If, like me, you have young boys, you’ll know that a family day out at a top waterpark is hard to beat. Whilst many of the world’s best waterparks are in the United States, there are still a number of gems to be found on the other side of the Atlantic. Here we share with [...]
So you’ve done the tour of French vineyards and you’re looking for something new, or perhaps you’ve been to and done the Tuscan wineries and you want a different take on the grape scene. Andalucia makes for a surprisingly sophisticated harvest experience; and let’s face it, la fiesta is in the Spanish blood so it’s [...]
When someone says “Costa del Sol” the mind flashes to crowded beaches, of hundreds and hundreds of tourists flocking from sun-starved countries just to clamour for a few square-inches of beach. Since the massive tourism boom in the area, many a coastal town in Andalusia has swelled in size and great concrete colossi have grown, [...]
While traversing the continent this summer, I find that intercontinental travel in Europe (and especially in the Eurozone) is relatively cheap and easy even at the level of luxury at which you’re accustomed. Between Eurail passes and relatively inexpensive airfare, you can cover the whole of Europe during the course of an extended vacation. When [...]
With the best climate in Europe and hundreds of miles of Mediterranean coastline, it’s little wonder that the Costa del Sol became such a popular destination for European sun-seekers. Some will lament the nature-spoiling megalopolis of tourist towns that grew together along the coast, though Marbella and Puerto Banus continue to attract the economic elite. [...]
Ibiza is one of the most popular summer party spots on the planet, and also one of the most luxurious. If you want to enjoy a tailor-made holiday on the island this year, why not get an expert concierge service on board to plan things for you? These kinds of services go hand-in-hand with luxury [...]
When going on holiday on Gran Canaria you’re going to expect the best of the best. The super red status of the resort all year around means that you have the most glorious weather and the premier beaches which were imported especially – yes you read that right, sand from the Sahara and Coral from [...]
The world has long been aware of the bountiful delights on offer across Spain, be it those glorious beaches, the world renowned Spanish cuisine or the overwhelmingly diverse choice of holiday activities. One part of the Spanish holiday experience that is often undersold, however, is the choice of accommodation, with all-inclusive resorts remaining a firm favourite amongst budget-conscious [...]
Blue Palace Resort & Spa, Crete Elounda’s Blue Palace is part of the Luxury Collection of resorts and boasts a world class Thalasso Spa and over 140 room types with private pools all with sea views. The location is a star too, with a delightful private beach, crystal clear waters and soaring coastal vistas over [...]
Suite name: Modernista Paseo de Gracia Agency: ChicRoom Barcelona Size of accommodation: 150 sq m Cost per night: from €760 What makes it special? Views over the modernist avenue Paseo de Gracia, original modernist elements from 1906 and its private spa. This 150m2 apartment has two rooms with one bathroom with chromo therapy system and [...]
Jumeirah Vittaveli, Maldives Having opened in December 2011 Jumeirah Vittaveli is already gathering outstanding reviews and it’s little wonder with the Beach Villa lead-in room types spanning an interior of a whopping 184 sq m. It’s space, comfort and luxury all the way as each villa comes with its own private L-shaped swimming pool with [...]
A Luxury Travel Blog has teamed up adults-only-holidays.com, the first professional website dedicated to the sale of children free hotels, to offer you a the opportunity to win a 7 night stay at the B&B for 2 adults at the five star Hotel Villa Vik on the island of Lanzarote. This beautiful hotel is nestled [...]
Tripadvisor has once again published its Travellers’ Choice awards – this time for 2012. The top 25 hotels in the worldwide luxury category are as follows: 1. Shangri-La Hotel, Tokyo – Chiyoda, Japan 2. Hotel Imperial Vienna – Vienna, Austria 3. Hotel Palacio de la Magdalena – Soto del Barco, Spain 4. La Casa [...]
Spain is known for its fantastic nightlife: staying out late, eating tapas, going to clubs and bars, socializing with friends until the early hours of the morning. Stores and businesses may close at a normal hour, but the rest of the city comes alive with an energetic vibe late at night. It doesn’t matter whether [...]
“Feeling the moment” isn’t hard to do in Southern Spain. The historical diversity, unique gastronomy and vibrant folklore is unlike any other place/destination. Everywhere you turn there is an aliveness surrounding you- in the cities and the people. But there is also a relaxed lifestyle that unquestionably welcomes the spontaneous and unexpected. Whether you are [...]
Iberostar Hotels & Resorts’ historic Grand Hotel Mencey in Santa Cruz de Tenerife (Canary Islands) opens its doors today after a €25,000,000 renovation that re-affirms the Spanish chain’s commitment to expanding its portfolio of all-inclusive beach resorts to include urban lodgings in select locations, most recently in Budapest, Hungary. Set in a romantic Spanish colonial-style [...]
