I’ve spoken to a few media outlets lately about the art of the stopover and how to make long-haul travel work harder and feel better (see my stories for my recent feature on this subject in travelandleisure !) Treat the stopover as a destination, not a delay. More travelers are choosing to slow the journey down. Instead of rushing through connections, a well-planned stopover turns dead time into culture, food, design, and real rest. If you’re already flying long-haul, adding a city en route is often the smartest way to maximize both value and experience. Choose the right cities and the right airlines. Some places are simply built for stopovers. Cities like Singapore, Iceland, and Tokyo deliver an incredible experience even in just a few days, especially when paired with airlines designed for seamless routing. Singapore Airlines, Icelandair, and Japan Airlines make it easy, and in some cases, strategic routing can unlock significant savings or smoother journeys. Even something as sim...