New York has consistently ranked amongst the top 10 cities in the world  for traveller footfall, and its popularity has remained as strong as ever in the  aftermath of the pandemic. Whether you are visiting for the first time or simply  want to find new spots to unearth on your next trip, we returned to the Big  Apple to see what tourist experiences are truly standing out from the crowd  (page 54).

Bangkok is another destination that has remained wildly popular with  tourists since borders have reopened and, in this edition, Andrew Mills explores  what to do and where to stay during a 48-hour trip to the Thai capital (page 40). We also take a look at the emergence of new travel experiences with our focus  on the ambitious Saudi Vision 2030, which aims to transform the Middle Eastern country into a premier destination for years to come (page 78).