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3 hours ago
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- Business Wire
CUT by Wolfgang Puck at Four Seasons Hotel New York Downtown Named to 2025 Star Bars List by Forbes Travel Guide
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--CUT by Wolfgang Puck at Four Seasons Hotel New York Downtown was named one of the world's 58 Hotel Star Bars verified by Forbes Travel Guide ('FTG'), the world's leading authority on luxury hospitality. The full list is featured on 'At CUT, the experience goes far beyond the plate. It's about creating an atmosphere where every detail, every pour, and every interaction is intentional,' said Byron Lazaroff-Puck. This year's honorees, spanning 19 countries, were identified through data gathered as part of FTG's 2024 and 2025 Star Ratings, based on exacting incognito inspections globally. The bars named to the list excelled in scores related to their beverage program and presentation, as well as providing seamless, luxurious service and an exceptional guest experience. The selection of 58 honorees is a tribute to Forbes Travel Guide's founding as Mobil Travel Guide in 1958. Located in the heart of Tribeca, Four Seasons Hotel New York Downtown is a 2025 Forbes Five-Star recipient, recognized for its outstanding hospitality, contemporary design, and refined sense of place. Adjacent to the hotel's lobby, the bar at CUT by Wolfgang Puck has emerged as a destination of its own, offering guests a vibrant yet intimate setting that seamlessly blends culinary innovation with elevated mixology. With its rich textures, warm lighting, and curated cocktail experience, the bar reflects the hotel's broader commitment to excellence, welcoming locals, travelers, and tastemakers to gather, unwind, and enjoy standout service in one of the city's most iconic luxury addresses. 'At Four Seasons Hotel New York Downtown, we are proud to deliver an experience that is both intimate and iconic,' said Igor Morosowski, General Manager at Four Seasons Hotel New York Downtown. 'Being named to Forbes Travel Guide's Star Bars list affirms our commitment to excellence and recognizes the bar at CUT by Wolfgang Puck as a place where sophistication, creativity, and community intersect in the most memorable way.' 'At CUT, the experience goes far beyond the plate. It's about creating an atmosphere where every detail, every pour, and every interaction is intentional,' said Byron Lazaroff-Puck. 'This recognition celebrates our commitment to hospitality that feels both personal and elevated. Being part of Four Seasons Hotel New York Downtown allows us to bring that vision to life in a setting defined by timeless luxury and world-class service. Guests come not just to unwind, but to connect, indulge, and be inspired. We're honored by this distinction and excited to continue raising the bar for what an unforgettable experience can be.' 'The 2025 Star Bars represent the pinnacle of hotel bar experiences,' said Hermann Elger, CEO of FTG. 'FTG's in-person inspections in more than 90 countries provide unmatched insight into hotel bars, with our research delving into two years of exacting data to surface the best of the best.' 'These awards highlight sophisticated ambiance, elevated service, artfully curated wine lists, and cocktails that are skillfully crafted and creatively presented," said Bastien Gardrat, Forbes Travel Guide's Global Spirits Ambassador. 'These are elements that come together to create an unforgettable hotel bar experience. Congratulations to the remarkable bars on this year's inaugural list.' To view the full list of 2025 Hotel Star Bars award winners, visit Connect with Forbes Travel Guide: Forbes Travel Guide is the only global rating system for luxury hotels, restaurants, spas and ocean cruises and their restaurants. Our anonymous inspectors evaluate hundreds of exacting standards, with an emphasis on exceptional service, to help discerning travelers select the world's best experiences. The only way to get a Five-Star, Four-Star or Recommended rating is by earning it through our exacting inspection process. For more information about Forbes Travel Guide, please visit About CUT by Wolfgang Puck at The Four Seasons Hotel New York Downtown The bar is an extension of CUT by Wolfgang Puck, the renowned chef's first Manhattan restaurant, located just next door off the lobby of The Four Seasons Hotel New York Downtown. More than just a place to grab a drink, it stands as a destination in its own right. Designed with rich textures, warm lighting, and striking architectural details, the bar offers an intimate yet energetic atmosphere that echoes the restaurant's refined ambiance. Guests can enjoy innovative cocktails and a thoughtfully curated wine list, whether as a pre-dinner indulgence or a standalone experience. On select evenings, curated DJ sets elevate the vibe, infusing the space with a dynamic rhythm. Whether reconnecting with friends or unwinding after work, the bar has become a favorite among locals, business professionals, travelers, celebrities, and tastemakers alike - a true hidden gem nestled within one of New York's most iconic addresses.
Forbes
a day ago
- Forbes
How To Spend Two Days In Cuzco
The gateway to Machu Picchu has its own magnificence. The Peruvian city of Cuzco is the typical starting and ending point for trips to Machu Picchu, as it has the closest airport to the world-renowned attraction. Yet there's plenty to do in this historic city itself that makes it a worthwhile stopover. You'll want to explore Cuzco slowly. It's set high in the Andes Mountains at a breath-sucking altitude of more than 11,000 feet. Fortunately, if you base yourself at the Forbes Travel Guide Recommended JW Marriott El Convento Cusco, a beautifully restored heritage property built around the 16th-century colonial Convent of San Agustín in the heart of the city, you can acclimate with a welcoming cup of mate de coca, an herbal tea used throughout the region to combat the effects of high altitude. Even better, the property pumps extra oxygen into each of its 153 guest rooms, making it a little easier to breathe. The hotel is a short walk from the Plaza de Armas — this main square is anchored by the grand Cusco Cathedral — and numerous museums, cafés and places to eat. Here's how to make the most of your time in that area and other parts of the city. JW Marriott El Convento Cusco is a beautifully restored heritage property. After a generous buffet breakfast at the luxury hotel, walk a few blocks through Cuzco's narrow streets to Qorikancha, where the ruins of a once-grand, sacred Incan temple are visible beneath the Church and Convent of Santo Domingo, which the Spanish constructed in the 1500s atop the Incan site. Several Inca-era rooms are visible on the edges of the colonial courtyard, while paintings throughout the building document both Incan and Spanish heritage. Take time to wander the gardens, too. Your next stop is Mercado San Pedro, Cuzco's central market. Browse the crowded aisles for everything from fresh fruit juices to spices to religious objects. Enjoy a leisurely lunch nearby at Chicha, the Cuzco outpost of celebrity chef Gastón Acurio, where Andean ingredients appear in innovative preparations. You might sample cuy (guinea pig), served in the style of Peking duck, atop a purple corn pancake with a 'hoisin' sauce made from rocoto peppers. Or try alpaca carpaccio, the rich meat brightened with a pesto-style sauce. Mercado San Pedro, Cuzco's central market, is filled with fresh flavors. In the afternoon, you can visit two museums that will help you prepare for your Machu Picchu visit. The Museo Inka has informative exhibits about Incan culture while Museo de Machu Picchu, which claims the world's largest collection of Machu Picchu artifacts, takes you through the history of the site's 'discovery' during American explorer Hiram Bingham's famous 1911 expedition that brought Machu Picchu into the world spotlight. Both museums have captions in English and Spanish. Make sure you're back at the hotel in time for a late-afternoon lesson on crafting a pisco sour, Peru's best-known cocktail, or a tour of the property, which takes you through its restoration, its history as a convent and its even earlier heritage, visiting pre-Inca ruins visible on the Marriott's lower level. For a light supper, take a short walk to Organika, where many of the ingredients in the salads, soups and plates, such as quinoa with grilled vegetables, are sourced from their own Sacred Valley gardens. The tiradito de trucha, made with local trout and paired with sweet potato chips, is an excellent choice. The hotel courtyard hosts demonstrations and photo opportunities. The next morning, after breakfast, stop into the hotel courtyard, where women from the Sacred Valley community of Chinchero offer demonstrations of traditional textile weaving techniques. You can also snap your photo with Panchita, the resident baby alpaca. Afterward, take an Uber or taxi — or book a guided tour — to Sacsayhuamán, an impressive archeological site built in the 1400s at an elevation of more than 12,000 feet. Allow at least a couple of hours to properly explore the multiple areas. Its walls and gates were constructed of massive stone blocks, fit together precisely without the use of mortar. From several vantage points around the site, you'll have expansive views across the entire Cuszo region. When you finish, walk down the stone staircases and through the narrow lanes lined with colorful street art to the San Blas neighborhood. At Green Point, you can lunch in the garden on plant-based dishes that might range from vegetarian quinoa soup to the 'Vegan Cusco Grill,' consisting of stuffed rocoto pepper, grilled oyster mushrooms, fresh greens and local potatoes in a creamy golden huancaína sauce, made from aji amarillo peppers. Be sure to try one of the fruity kombuchas or opt for the tangy, slightly fermented purple corn variety. Sacsayhuamán is an amazing archeological site built in the 1400s. Nearby, refresh with a coffee or a rich dark hot chocolate at Xapiri Ground, an art gallery/café close to the Plaza San Blas that shows work by contemporary artists from the Peruvian Amazon. Head back to the hotel for a rest or to lounge in the relaxation pool in the lower-level spa. As dusk approaches, visit Planetarium Cusco, a family-run star-gazing site, for an informative presentation that explores the Incas' view of the cosmos. You'll hear the Incan names for various constellations, learn some of the differences between the skies in the Northern and Southern hemispheres and, weather permitting, look through a telescope to spot celestial bodies. The planetarium offers presentations in English and provides transportation to and from the city center. When you return to town, a pisco sour in the JW Marriott's bar makes for a fitting finale to your two days of Cuszo adventures.
Forbes
2 days ago
- Forbes
The 5 Best Ibiza Hotels
When many travelers think of Ibiza, it tends to conjure images of bass-thumping music and nightclubs packed with revelers. Though there's no shortage of partying on this island off Spain's coast, the dreamy destination has so much more to offer. Discover winding cobblestone streets, a rich history featuring Romans and Moors, agritourism and a burgeoning art scene. And if you're still not sold, the island's 100-plus miles of postcard-perfect beaches should do the trick. Whether you seek a sustainable wellness retreat or the buzziest rooftop in town, you can trust Forbes Travel Guide's exclusive list for it. Since 1958, we have rated hotels using an objective data-driven process designed to help luxury travelers. In 1960, we created the world's first independent Five-Star rating for hospitality. To find the best hotels in Ibiza, our incognito inspectors posed as ordinary guests and stayed multiple nights at each property. The inspectors tested hundreds of exacting standards, with an emphasis on exceptional service, which accounts for 70% of a property's rating. The remaining 30% comes from the quality and condition of the facilities. FTG does not require a business relationship from the properties it rates, and it does not earn a commission if you book one of the following hotels. BLESS Hotel Ibiza is a beauty near the beach. Dip into a pool as blue as the Mediterranean Sea that rolls just outside the doors of BLESS Hotel Ibiza. After all, the Es Canar resort is all about immersing yourself in beauty and luxury, from those aforementioned pools — including a stunning adults-only rooftop spot with daybeds — to the indoor-outdoor spa and one of the finest restaurants in the country. There are more than 150 rooms on the property, including six suites with seaside views, and one very large and refined presidential suite. All accommodations have a balcony and some of those rooms come complete with a hydromassage tub for a truly luxurious bathing experience. See more. Unwind at the refined Nobu Hotel Ibiza Bay. Overlooking Talamanca Bay, Nobu Hotel Ibiza Bay is a haven for foodies. The culinary offerings run the gamut, from celebrity chef Nobu Matsuhisa's fine-dining restaurant to Chambao, a casual dinner spot where your feet can nestle in the sand. Anything goes at this laid-back yet elegant property. But there's much more to Nobu Hotel Ibiza Bay than its epicurean exploits. Unwind in the onsite Ibiza Bay Spa by Six Senses, work out in the reimagined gym or partake in guided hikes, sunset yoga, sound baths and other wellness activities. See more. Six Senses Ibiza is a sustainable stunner at Xarraca Bay. Wade into the serene waters of Xarraca Bay while staying at Six Senses Ibiza, a 137-room hotel on the northern edge of the island. You could spend your whole time on the beach, but this relaxed luxury retreat aims to be a place for sustainability and wellness, too. Here you can meditate in your private space or explore the natural beauty that surrounds the property, including beachfront caves overlooking the pristine Platja de Cala Xarraca. Plus, there are also 20 acres of lush and stunning land you can take in without ever leaving the resort. See more. Despite its hometown's reputation as a paradise for partiers, Ibiza Gran Hotel manages to seamlessly bring timeless elegance and trendy modernity into one luxurious, low-key retreat. Perched along the picturesque marina overlooking the old walled town of Dalt Vila, the Ibiza resort lays claim to an enviable location for exploring — if you can pry yourself away from the nearly endless list of creature comforts that await inside. A museum-quality contemporary art collection, top-shelf cuisine, a casino and two-story suites with private hydrotherapy plunge pools are just a few of the reasons this luxurious hotel is the stay of choice for countless high-profile guests. See more. Party, get pampered and have poolside fun at The Unexpected Ibiza Hotel. Partying meets pampering at the pink-hued paradise of The Unexpected Ibiza Hotel. The exclusive accommodation boasts all the best parts of the Ibiza lifestyle, including unfettered access to the adjacent beach club, with an extra dose of stylish seclusion whenever you want it. The island experience is literally elevated here, thanks to an upscale rooftop bar and spacious suites that offer stellar ocean views from higher floors. VIP indulgences are de rigueur, from the poolside Oyster & Caviar Bar to gratis onsite shows and the Hi Club. See more.
Forbes
13-06-2025
- Forbes
The World's Best Bars, United's New JetBlue Partnership And More Travel News
. Spending a day on a boat is the ultimate upgrade for almost any European vacation. But what are the best spots to charter a motorboat or charter a yacht? The boat rental site recently released its list of Europe's top destinations for 2025 based on its internal booking data. From Lake Como to Ibiza, here are Europe's top 10 boating destinations this summer. . United Airlines and JetBlue announced a new partnership this month that's set to launch this fall. While JetBlue isn't joining the Star Alliance network, under the new Blue Sky program, United's MileagePlus members will be able to earn and redeem miles on most JetBlue flights, and vice versa. Flights will be bookable through the airlines' respective sites with cross-carrier connections, mileage availability and connecting flight options. Here's what you need to know about United and JetBlue's new Blue Sky program. . Hotel bars have become travel destinations in their own right. The finest examples are familiar yet transporting, offering a welcome respite for weary travelers, a launching pad for an exciting night out or the elegance of a perfectly crafted cocktail. The inaugural Forbes Travel Guide Star Bars for 2025 honors the world's most exceptional hotel bar experiences. From San Francisco to Seoul, these 58 extraordinary watering holes serve up exceptional cocktails, stunning design and world-class service. This is the published version of Forbes' Passport newsletter, which offers a first-class guide to luxury travel. Click here to get it delivered to your inbox every Friday. . Taking a pet on vacation can be a joy—especially with so many hotels offering perks and specials for four-legged family members—but it's always best to be prepared. From finding the pet-friendly accommodations to navigating air travel, here are veterinarian-approved tips for traveling with animals. 'Don't drink in the hotel bar. That's where I do my drinking.' . There were likely a few of drinks on the house this week at the best bars in the world when the Tales of the Cocktail Foundation announced its nominees for the 2025 Spirited Awards. Launched in 2007 and considered to be among the hospitality industry's highest honors, the Spirited Awards are part of the annual Tales of the Cocktail festival held in New Orleans in July, honoring the top bars, bartenders, brand ambassadors, and spirits journalists from around the world. The winners will be announced on July 24.
Malay Mail
10-06-2025
- Business
- Malay Mail
Da Nang to target luxury tourism from Dubai's elite
The inaugural Emirates flight to Da Nang received a ceremonial welcome. Sun World Ba Na Hills continually unveiling a diverse range of performances and attractions throughout the year. DA NANG, VIETNAM - Media OutReach Newswire – 10 June 2025 -Emirates, recently named a global leader in aviation by Forbes Travel Guide 2025, is the largest airline in the Middle East with over 4,100 flights each week from Dubai International Airport to more than 140 cities across 80 new direct route to Da Nang is a gateway for billionaires from one of the wealthiest regions on earth to access Vietnam's central coast, carrying immense spending power. It also facilitates the arrival of high-end travellers from Europe and the Americas, as Dubai ranks among the world's busiest international transit to the Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism of Da Nang, as of April 2025, over 13,000 visitors from Middle Eastern countries had arrived in the city. This figure represents 0.73 percent of total international visitors, with most travellers coming from Iran, Israel and Turkey. With the new Emirates route now in operation, this number is expected to rise sharply, potentially adding trillions of Vietnamese dong in tourism revenue to the local recent years, Da Nang has made notable progress in diversifying into new high-potential markets. With a keen focus on growth, the city is extending its tourism outreach to areas including the Middle East and Central Asia. Charter flights to Da Nang have already launched from several cities, including Astana and Almaty in Kazakhstan, with seven airlines offering 10 weekly flights from April to October 2025. Centrum-Air Airways is also operating a weekly service from Tashkent, to Tran Chi Cuong, Vice Chairman of the Da Nang People's Committee, the launch of the Emirates Dubai–Da Nang route reduces the travel gap between Da Nang and major global markets such as the Middle East, Europe, North America and Africa. It also helps to strengthen tourism development and opens new avenues for trade, investment, and cultural serve high-end tourists, a destination must offer diverse experiences and premium resorts. Travelers from the Middle East are increasingly seeking new places to explore beyond the typical Southeast Asian favourites like Thailand, Indonesia and Singapore. It's a prime opportunity for Da Nang, a city that combines natural beauty with world-class hospitality services, to welcome this affluent May 2025, Da Nang had around 1,290 tourist accommodations, including 111 four and five-star hotels. InterContinental Danang Sun Peninsula Resort, Premier Village Danang Resort, Novotel Danang Premier Han River and Mercure Danang French Village Ba Na Hills, along with international brands such as Hyatt, Sheraton and Marriott which are favoured by Middle Eastern city boasts 16 tourist sites, with top destinations like Sun World Ba Na Hills and its iconic Golden Bridge, Da Nang Downtown and Than Tai Mountain Hot Spring Park drawing global attention. Golf tourism is another asset for Da Nang. The city features three international-standard golf courses. Ba Na Hills Golf Club, a masterpiece designed by golf legend Luke Donald and managed by IMG, which lauded as Asia's Best Golf Course five Nang is embracing Halal tourism, to make Middle Eastern guests feel at home. This travel model respects the religious and cultural practices of Muslim travellers, has become a core part to serve this market. Currently, the city has nearly 30 restaurants and eateries offering Halal-certified or Muslim-friendly cuisine. Among them, Halal Indrapura and Bharata Restaurant at Sun World Ba Na Hills, have received official Halal Vu Quynh Anh, Deputy CEO of Sun Group and CEO of Sun Hospitality & Entertainment Group, said:By establishing itself on the Emirates flight map, Da Nang has taken a strategic step forward in tapping into the Middle Eastern tourism market. This new air route is not only a catalyst for tourism growth but also a gateway for expanding trade, investment and cultural cooperation, said Truong Thi Hong Hanh, Director of the Da Nang Department of Culture, Sports and #DaNang #Sungroup The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.
