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Dubrovnik's Fall calendar: The season's must-attend events
By Christian Larss Kreković on Sep 22, 2023 in Croatia, Eastern Europe, Europe, Events, Regions, Travel Miscellany
As the Summer sun gently yields to the embrace of autumn, Dubrovnik, the pearl of the Adriatic, awakens with a vibrant tapestry of cultural and seasonal events that beckon travelers and locals alike. From the rustle of fallen leaves along the historic city walls to the mellowness of the Adriatic breeze... ...
Top 7 excursions on Silversea's Summer 2025 voyage collection
By Paul Johnson on Sep 21, 2023 in Arctic, Australia, Canada, Cruises & Boat Travel, Europe, Greece, Italy, Middle East, North America, Norway, Oceania, Polar Regions, Regions, Speciality Travel, Turkey, United Kingdom, Western Europe, Worldwide
Silversea Cruises® has opened an exclusive pre-sale on a new collection of 206 voyages for summer 2025 — set to depart between March and November 2025. An expression of the brand’s destination leadership, the new voyage collection includes some of the most diverse regional offerings in ultra-luxury cruising. ...
Review: The Grand, Brighton, Sussex, UK
By Michael Edwards on Sep 20, 2023 in Accommodation, Europe, Featured, Hotels, Regions, United Kingdom, Western Europe
This palace by the sea has the ultimate wish-you-were-here location. Opening in 1864, The Grand combined Italianate-style with aspirational Victorian architecture. Since Regency times, Brighton had been a royal favourite, and the hotel’s design was suitably palatial. ...
Talayotic Menorca declared UNESCO World Heritage site
Talayotic Menorca, the enchanting jewel cradled in the Mediterranean's azure embrace, has recently garnered the most prestigious of laurels - UNESCO World Heritage status. This accolade shines a brilliant spotlight on the island's cultural heritage. ...
Where to stay in style in Torres del Paine National Park, Chile
Torres del Paine National Park is widely regarded as one of the most spectacular natural destinations in the world and is celebrated for its awe-inspiring landscapes, diverse ecosystems, and outdoor recreational opportunities. ...
Dali Wish Tree: A gateway to your dreams in the Maldives
The Maldives, a tropical paradise known for turquoise waters and white sandy beaches, holds many wondrous secrets within its fabulous flora and fauna. At the heart of one of the archipelago’s most luxurious resorts stands the Dali Wish Tree, renowned for its mystical allure. ...
6 of the most beautiful beaches in Ecuador
By Marcel Perkins on Sep 16, 2023 in Attractions, Ecuador, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Regions, South America, Speciality Travel
Ecuador, the small country of the Four Worlds, offers incomparable experiences to its visitors. For lovers of warm temperatures and trips to destinations close to the sea, Ecuador undoubtedly offers several interesting options. ...
Top 10 most expensive celebrity yachts
By Paul Johnson on Sep 15, 2023 in Celebrities, Cruises & Boat Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany
New analysis reveals the most expensive celebrity yachts, with David Geffen taking the top spot. The research, conducted by Yacht Charter experts Ritzy Charters, examined celebrity-owned yachts and their price tags to determine a ranking of the most expensive celebrity yachts on the planet. ...
Victoria Falls conservation: A green initiative
By Paul Johnson on Sep 14, 2023 in Accommodation, Africa, Attractions, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Zambia
Ahead of World Clean Up day on 16 September, the two Minor Hotels located in Zambia, namely The Royal Livingstone Hotel and Avani Victoria Falls Resort, have embarked on a clean-up project at the Victoria Falls. ...
13 luxury beachfront fine dining and club experiences at J1 Beach in Dubai
By Paul Johnson on Sep 13, 2023 in Clubs, Food and Drink, Going Out, Middle East, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, United Arab Emirates
J1 Beach, the eagerly anticipated urban Riviera by Merex Investment, is set to debut 13 luxurious beachfront fine dining and club experiences for the first time in the UAE in the first quarter of 2024. ...
Luxury arrives in one of Japan's most historic and scenic leisure destinations
The Luxury Collection, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s global portfolio of 31 extraordinary hotel brands, has announced the opening of Shisui, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Nara in one of Japan’s most historic and scenic leisure destinations. ...
Autumn in the Canary Islands
By Paul Johnson on Sep 11, 2023 in Europe, Leisure Travel, Regions, Spain, Speciality Travel, Western Europe
With 10 hours of sunlight a day and an average temperature of 26°C, the gentle climate of the Canary Islands offers total freedom in how to spend your time: strolling by the sea, sunbathing on the beach, hiking or visiting endless scenic spots. ...
Celebrating the festive season with Mexican flair and luxury experiences
Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita, the award-winning oceanfront resort on Mexico’s Pacific coast, invites guests to celebrate the holiday season and toast to a Feliz Navidad and Nuevo Año with exciting new experiences and activations for families and friends to enjoy. ...
The best casino outside of Las Vegas
Yaamava' Resort & Casino at San Manuel has been named the winner in two categories in the 2023 USA Today 10Best Readers' Choice Awards. First for the Best Casino Outside of Las Vegas, ranked No. 1 among fans nationwide. ...
W Hotels' first opening in Macau
W Hotels, part of Marriott Bonvoy's global portfolio of 31 extraordinary hotel brands, today announced the highly anticipated opening of W Macau – Studio City, marking the debut of the iconic W Hotels brand in Macau, a spirited city of culture, cuisine and captivating experiences. ...
Rivieria's voyage around Corsica on the Star Clipper
By Michael Edwards on Sep 08, 2023 in Cruises & Boat Travel, Europe, Featured, France, Regions, Speciality Travel, Western Europe
Sailing south-east from the glamour of the Côte d’Azur - the glittering trio of Nice, Cannes and St Tropez - the Star Clipper leaves one of France’s richest departments for a rugged, rural island. The four-masted Star Clipper, a nautical tribute to the golden age of sail, slices through the Mediterranean as we approach Corsica. ...
