The week in travel: Open House New York weekend

Today

The Open House New York weekend grants visitors access to private homes and institutions (www.ohny.org).

Sunday

The Aman at the Summer Palace is open in Beijing. The luxury resort has rooms housed in ancient dwellings (www.amanresorts.com).

Monday

The Artland Gallery, Manchester, opens with Jan Chlebik's photographic exhibition Manchester and New York (www.artlandgallery.co.uk).

Tuesday

Economy-class passengers start paying $15 (£8.50) for checking in a single bag on US domestic flights with Continental (www.continental.com).

Wednesday

It's Independence Day in Croatia, marking the nation's 17th birthday.

Thursday

The relocated Saatchi Gallery opens at the Duke of York's HQ, Chelsea, with a Chinese art show.

Friday

Many galleries, theatres and churches in Copenhagen open after hours for the Night of Culture.