Welcome to beautiful Peru
By Paul Johnson on Sep 28, 2006 in Peru, Regions, South America, Travel Miscellany, Videos - Read 164 times
A former Miss World gives an insight into her country – Peru.
Category: South America
New members of The Starwood Spa Collection
By Paul Johnson on Sep 18, 2006 in Accommodation, Arizona, Asia, Europe, Fiji, Hotels, Nevada, North America, Oceania, Pacific Islands, Regions, Resorts, South America, Spain, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Uruguay, USA, Vietnam, Western Europe, Worldwide - Read 188 times
The Starwood Spa Collection – an amalgam of some of the best spas in the world – has welcomed eight new members. They are: Convento do Espinheiro Heritage Hotel & Spa, Portugal Sheraton Colonia Golf & Spa Resort, Uruguay Sheraton La Caleta Resort & Spa, Spain Sheraton Saigon Hotel & Towers, Vietnam St. Regis Resort, [...]
Patios de Cafayate Hotel & Spa, Cafayate, Argentina
By Paul Johnson on Aug 21, 2006 in Accommodation, Argentina, Hotels, Regions, South America, Spas & Pampering, Special Offers & Packages, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany - Read 57 times
The Patios de Cafayate Hotel & Spa, situated in the heart of the CalchaquĂes Valley, is running a Luxury Romance package where you can leap into a world beyond your imagination blending romance and elegance. As well as luxury accommodation, you’ll enjoy Champagne and flowers upon arrival and a daily breakfast for two at their [...]
Iberostar Bahia, Brazil opens
By Paul Johnson on Aug 04, 2006 in Accommodation, Brazil, Hotels, Regions, South America - Read 173 times
Iberostar Bahia, Brazil has just opened its doors for all inclusive vacations. This five star hotel is located in Praia do Forte, only 60 km north of Salvador, the capital of Bahia State. The resort is situated in a privileged location, near the Atlantic Forest, natural lagoons, wonderful beaches where sea turtles lay their eggs. [...]
Spas of America welcomes 400th member from Brazil
By Paul Johnson on Aug 02, 2006 in Brazil, Regions, South America, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel - Read 138 times
Spas of America have announced that their 400th spa listing and their first South American member spa will be the Kurotel Longevity Center and Spa, in Gramado, Brazil. This spa has an international reputation for excellence in health and wellness. It is located in southern Brazil, in the town of Gramado, 126 km from [...]
A year of island hopping: November
By Paul Johnson on Jul 21, 2006 in Accommodation, Africa, Asia, Brazil, Central America, Europe, Hawaii, Hotels, India, Madagascar, Malta, North America, Panama, Regions, Resorts, South America, USA, Western Europe - Read 169 times
This is post eleven of twelve in our daily look at the best islands in the world to visit, when to visit them and where to stay (where individual recommendations are made). For November, the following are recommended: Andaman and Nicobar Islands, India: Wild Orchid Resort Big Island of Hawaii: Jacaranda Inn Fernando de Noronha, [...]
A year of island hopping: October
By Paul Johnson on Jul 20, 2006 in Africa, Asia, Brazil, Croatia, Eastern Europe, Europe, Indonesia, Massachusetts, North America, Oceania, Pacific Islands, Regions, Seychelles, South America, USA - Read 96 times
This is post tem of twelve in our daily look at the best islands in the world to visit, when to visit them and where to stay (where individual recommendations are made). For October, the following are recommended: Bali: Uma Bali and Maya Ubud Cristalino Island, Brazil: Cristalino Jungle Lodge Hvar, Croatia: Hotel Adriana and [...]
A year of island hopping: September
By Paul Johnson on Jul 19, 2006 in Accommodation, Africa, Asia, Europe, France, Georgia, Hotels, North America, Oceania, Pacific Islands, Regions, Resorts, South America, Sri Lanka, USA, Venezuela, Western Europe, Zambia - Read 336 times
This is post nine of twelve in our daily look at the best islands in the world to visit, when to visit them and where to stay (where individual recommendations are made). For September, the following are recommended: Cook Islands: Rarotonga Beach Bungalows and Pacific Resort Aitutaki Corsica, France: Hôtel Corniche (website unknown) Cumberland Island, [...]
Palacio Duhau Park Hyatt opens in Buenos Aires, Argentina
By Paul Johnson on Jul 17, 2006 in Accommodation, Argentina, Hotels, Regions, South America, Special Offers & Packages, Travel Miscellany - Read 112 times
The long-awaited Palacio Duhau Park Hyatt has finally opened in Buenos Aires. Their website currently states that you can enjoy their introductory offer for a limited time period until 31st August 2006. The rate is apparently per room per night excluding service charges and taxes, but they neglect to tell you what the rate is! [...]
A year of island hopping: June
By Paul Johnson on Jul 16, 2006 in Accommodation, Africa, Asia, British Virgin Islands, Caribbean, Ecuador, Europe, Hotels, Italy, Japan, Kenya, Massachusetts, North America, Regions, Resorts, South America, USA, Western Europe - Read 183 times
This is post six of twelve in our daily look at the best islands in the world to visit, when to visit them and where to stay (where individual recommendations are made). For June, the following are recommended: British Virgin Islands Capri: Grand Hotel Quisisana and Villa Brunella Galápagos, Ecuador Martha’s Vineyard, Massachusetts: The Edgartown [...]
A year of island hopping: January
By Paul Johnson on Jul 11, 2006 in Accommodation, Africa, Asia, Canada, Caribbean, Europe, Falkland Islands, Greece, Hotels, Mali, North America, Philippines, Puerto Rico, Regions, Resorts, South America, Western Europe - Read 440 times
This is post one of twelve in our daily look at the best islands in the world to visit, when to visit them and where to stay (where individual recommendations are made). For January, the following are recommended: Cebu, Philippines: Alegre Beach Resort and the Shangri-La, on Mactan Island Crete, Greece: Casa Delfino Suites Djenné, [...]
Inti Raymi
By Paul Johnson on Jun 23, 2006 in Events, Peru, Regions, South America, Travel Miscellany - Read 199 times
The second largest festival in South America, Inti Raymi, begins tomorrow in Cusco, Peru. It’s an ancient Inca festival of the sun and the week-long celebrations start at the Cusco fortress, Sacsayhuamán. The event will attract hundreds of thousands of Peruvians who will come to see free concerts, dance displays and more.
Top 10 summer resorts
By Paul Johnson on May 10, 2006 in Accommodation, Africa, Asia, Canada, Chile, Europe, Hotels, Indonesia, Ireland, Maldives, Massachusetts, Morocco, New York, North America, Regions, Resorts, Seychelles, South Africa, South America, USA, Western Europe, Worldwide - Read 245 times
The excellent Luxist blog has run a feature entitled “Top Ten Summer Resorts” in preparation for the forthcoming summer and have given us their pick of the best: 1. Soneva Gili, Maldives 2. North Island, Seychelles 3. Four Seasons Resort Bali at Sayan 4. Kasbah Tamadot, Morocco 5. Ashford Castle, Ireland 6. King Pacific Lodge, [...]
Enraged guest at five-star resort in Chile
By Paul Johnson on May 10, 2006 in Accommodation, Chile, Fun Stuff, Leisure Travel, Regions, Resorts, South America, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany - Read 159 times
From Ananova: A couple are suing a five star resort after its swimming pool allegedly turned a woman’s hair green. Carolina Carreno and Francisco Vargas were on their honeymoon at a top resort in Quinta Region, Chile. Carolina’s waist-length blonde hair turned green after the went for a swim on the first night, reports La [...]
W Hotels heading for South America
By Paul Johnson on May 08, 2006 in Accommodation, Chile, Hotels, Regions, South America - Read 196 times
W Hotels has revealed plans to open its fifth international property and its first in South America. The 205-room W Santiago will be located across from Plaza Peru, on Avenida Isidoro Goyenechea in Santiago, Chile, and is expected to open in 2008. The development is a joint venture between the Territoria Group and Starwood Hotels [...]
Top skylines in the world
By Paul Johnson on May 06, 2006 in Asia, Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, Europe, Germany, Hong Kong, Illinois, Japan, Malaysia, Middle East, New York, North America, Oceania, Pennsylvania, Regions, Singapore, South America, South Korea, Texas, United Arab Emirates, USA, Washington, Western Europe - Read 242 times
According to diserio.com, the best skyline in the world is that of Hong Kong, pictured right. Personally, 15th-placed Seattle gets my vote, thanks to the beautiful backdrop of Mount Rainier. The article sums up the top 18 skylines in the world as: 1. Hong Kong (China) 2. Chicago (USA) 3. Shanghai (China) 4. New York [...]
