8 Luxurious Hotels In America’s National Parks

Whether you’re a veteran hiker or just want to reconnect with nature, America’s national parks offer the perfect summer escape. For those who don’t want to rough it and prefer to sleep among those other kind of stars—four- and five-star hotels—there are many luxury properties near some of America’s most beloved national parks. Here are 8 luxury hotels located in (or near) some of the most picturesque parks, from the Smokies to the Rockies.

Bark Airlines Expands Its Routes

Less than a month after the launch of Bark Airlines, the dog-centric carrier has seen an enormous demand from travelers eager to fly with their pets. Bark’s initial routes only included flights between New York and Los Angeles and New York and London. Now Bark has announced five new routes (available for flights starting in the fall) to the metro areas of Chicago, San Francisco/San Jose, Phoenix, and Miami/Fort Lauderdale, and Paris.

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Where to Eat, Stay and Play in Zakynthos, Greece

For years, Zakynthos—part of the Greece’s Ionian islands—was primarily known for its Shipwreck Beach (which features a rust wreckage from the ‘80s) and as a destination for late-night revelers. Now with the addition of new luxury hotels and a boatload of seafront restaurants, it is experiencing a renaissance. Here’s where to eat, play and stay on Zakynthos.

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World’s Best Bars: The Nominees for the 2024 Spirited Awards

The champagne was flowing at the best bars around the world this week as the Tales of the Cocktail Foundation announced the nominees for the 2024 Spirited Awards. Considered to be among the hospitality industry’s highest honors, the awards honor the finest bars, bartenders, brand ambassadors and spirits journalists from around the world. (Forbes is the official media partner of the Spirited Awards.) In the United States, New York continues its dominance—but Washington, D.C. is right behind it. Internationally, Singapore confirmed its ascent as a top cocktail destination, matching London with five nominations.