Category: Worldwide

Four of the world’s most luxurious trains

Four of the world’s most luxurious trains

By on Jan 31, 2011 in Asia, Eastern Europe, Europe, India, Leisure Travel, Rail Travel, Regions, Russia, Speciality Travel, United Kingdom, Western Europe, Worldwide   - Read 1600 times

If you enjoy all things luxurious and are particularly inclined to luxury air travel, you will be glad to know that luxury train travel boasts many advantages over traditional luxury air travel such as gorgeous scenic views, less monotony, ample space, spacious amenities, comfortable sleeping areas and bathrooms. There is no doubt that the plane [...]

Top 100 destinations for 2010

Top 100 destinations for 2010

By on Jan 26, 2011 in Accommodation, Regions, Resorts, Worldwide   - Read 603 times

Kiwi Collection has released its first-ever Top 100 Destinations list. It was compiled from their website analytics and showcases the most popular hotel and resort destinations from a combination of consumer reservations and research browsing. Perhaps unsurprisingly trendy destinations such as Paris, Dubai, London, Florence, Milan, Rome, Barcelona, and Venice snapped up top spots with [...]

Predictions for the luxury villa industry in 2011

Predictions for the luxury villa industry in 2011

By on Jan 21, 2011 in Accommodation, Regions, Vacation Rentals, Worldwide   - Read 2659 times

Luxury Retreats has previewed trends in the villa rental industry since it started gathering statistics at the beginning of the last decade, and views 2011 as a bellwether year for an overall upswing in travel. “Not only have we seen the luxury villa market bounce back from the deepest valleys of the recession, but the [...]

Top 10 luxury hotels in the world

Top 10 luxury hotels in the world

By on Jan 20, 2011 in Accommodation, Czech Republic, Eastern Europe, Europe, Hotels, Regions, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Worldwide   - Read 664 times

It’s that time of year again when Tripadvisor come up with their Travellers Choice Awards based on ratings given by users of their site.  There are all sorts of categories for the awards, whether they be sorted by region, by budget or by something else.  Naturally, I headed straight for the luxury category to locate [...]

Top 10 spa destinations

Top 10 spa destinations

By on Jan 04, 2011 in Arizona, Asia, Caribbean, Central America, Costa Rica, Europe, Greece, Iceland, Indonesia, Mexico, New Mexico, North America, Oceania, Pacific Islands, Regions, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Turks and Caicos, United Kingdom, USA, Western Europe, Worldwide   - Read 1001 times

According to an email just received at A Luxury Travel Blog HQ from Tripadvisor, the top 10 spa destinations are as follows: 1. Sedona, AZ, USA 2. Bath, United Kingdom 3. Reykjavik, Iceland 4. Bora Bora, French Polynesia 5. Ubud, Indonesia 6. Playa Mujeres, Mexico 7. Oia, Greece 8. Providenciales, Turks and Caicos 9. Santa [...]

Some wonderful ideas for luxury breaks in 2011… be inspired!

By on Nov 25, 2010 in Air Travel, Cruises & Boat Travel, Events, Food and Drink, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Videos, Worldwide   - Read 235 times

January: Need a lift? Hot Air Ballooning in Chateau d’Oex, Switzerland for the International Hot Air Balloon Festival. February: A romantic weekend escape to Paris, or a luxurious winter sports break in Portes du Soleil. March: A perfect month to immerse yourself in magical Morocco. Or indulge in some retail therapy in super stylish Milan. April: Experience [...]

The world’s top 10 airport approaches

The world’s top 10 airport approaches

By on Nov 18, 2010 in Air Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Worldwide   - Read 853 times

Cameras at the ready… private jet booking network PrivateFly.com suggests the world’s Top 10 stunning and inspirational airport approaches. 1. Sion Airport Nestled in the heart of the Alps, the approach to Sion airport takes you down the Rhone valley. With the high mountain terrain to negotiate, your airline or private jet pilot will be [...]

The world’s top 10 luxury B&Bs

The world’s top 10 luxury B&Bs

By on Nov 09, 2010 in Accommodation, Africa, Asia, Australia, Bed & Breakfasts, California, Europe, Japan, Montana, New York, North America, Oceania, Regions, South Africa, United Kingdom, USA, Western Europe, Worldwide   - Read 1128 times

The latest in Tripadvisor’s top 10 lists, and this one’s luxury-specific. Take a look at the site’s top 10 luxury B&Bs below – it’s well represented by the US, UK and Australia which collectively make up all but two B&Bs in the list. 1. Saltcote Place, Rye, England 2. The Witchery by the Castle, Edinburgh, [...]

Your next luxury hotel booking could be free

By on Oct 28, 2010 in Accommodation, Hotels, Regions, Worldwide   - Read 581 times

Kiwi Collection’s latest promotion is now live which offers the opportunity to cover the cost of every 100th luxury hotel booking made through its site and call centre — each 100th booking will be covered regardless of its value. The program launched on 21st October 2010 and will run for 100 days. You can learn [...]

The world’s top 10 over-the-top rentals

The world’s top 10 over-the-top rentals

By on Oct 19, 2010 in Accommodation, Regions, Vacation Rentals, Worldwide   - Read 291 times

I’ve lost track of trying to work out how Tripadvisor determine its top 10 lists. Suffice to say, they seem to generate plenty of interest and discussion so here’s the latest in their series. This time it’s the turn of the most over-the-top rentals in the world: 1. MIT PED, $112K/week* 2. BS GRE, $105K/week* [...]

Hotel Indigo just keeps growing… see where it’s going next

Hotel Indigo just keeps growing… see where it’s going next

By on Oct 03, 2010 in Accommodation, Hotels, Regions, Worldwide   - Read 241 times

Hotel Indigo, IHG’s upscale boutique brand, continues to expand. In the last year, the brand has signed franchise agreements to open 13 new hotels in key global markets around the world, including London, Madrid, Shanghai, Hong Kong and New York. As the first global branded boutique, Hotel Indigo has shown rapid growth since its inception [...]

Top 10 UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Top 10 UNESCO World Heritage Sites

By on Sep 28, 2010 in Africa, Arizona, Asia, Attractions, Chile, Egypt, Europe, Going Out, India, Indonesia, Italy, Jordan, Middle East, North America, Regions, South America, Syria, USA, Western Europe, Worldwide   - Read 1941 times

Did you know that there are now more than 900 UNESCO World Heritage Sites? According to Tripadvisor, the top 10 – as rated by their users, I assume - are: 1. Taj Mahal, India 2. Petra / Wasi Muda, Jordan 3. Palmyra, Syria 4. Grand Canyon National Park, Arizona, USA 5. Abu Simbel, Egypt 6. Prambanan Temples, Indonesia [...]

Top 10 island escapes

Top 10 island escapes

By on Sep 21, 2010 in Asia, Caribbean, Cyprus, Europe, Fiji, Greece, Maldives, Middle East, Oceania, Pacific Islands, Philippines, Regions, Thailand, Turks and Caicos, Vietnam, Western Europe, Worldwide   - Read 1108 times

There’s something magical about islands.  The isolation… the privacy… wonderful beaches and complete solitude.  According to Tripadvisor, the world’s top 10 island escapes are: 1. Providenciales, Turks and Caicos 2. Cook Islands 3. Mykonos, Greece 4. Maldives 5. Cyprus 6. Boracay, Philippines 7. Ko Lanta, Thailand 8. Phu Quoc Island, Vietnam 9. Bora Bora, French Polynesia [...]

First ever rewards program from Ritz-Carlton

First ever rewards program from Ritz-Carlton

By on Sep 16, 2010 in Accommodation, Hotels, Regions, Resorts, Worldwide   - Read 2546 times

It’s rather surprising that it hasn’t happened sooner but at long last, Ritz-Carlton Hotels & Resorts has come up with its own loyalty scheme, The Ritz-Carlton Rewards.  The scheme starts with immediate effect and rewards guests who are regular visitors. Those participating in the program will be eligible for members-only tours, shopping experiences, photography workshops, [...]

Win a copy of the fabulous book ‘Dive in Style’!

Win a copy of the fabulous book ‘Dive in Style’!

By on Aug 19, 2010 in Adventure Travel, Books, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Travel Equipment, Travel Literature, Worldwide   - Read 1845 times

A Luxury Travel Blog has teamed up with the publishers Thames & Hudson to offer you a great chance to win one of 5 copies of the fabulous book ‘Dive in Style‘ by Tim Simmond. I have a copy of this beautiful book myself and it contains over 700 fabulous illustrations of where you can [...]

LUXE City Guides go mobile

LUXE City Guides go mobile

By on May 26, 2010 in Accessories, Gadgets, Regions, Travel Equipment, Worldwide   - Read 623 times

The LUXE City Guides range which feature the best of the best of a city in one handy, unique pocket guide, has just introduced 10 of its most popular destinations in mobile format. The apps are compatible with a multitude of handsets including iPhone, Blackberry, Sony Ericsson, Nokia, Samsung and HTC and can be downloaded [...]

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