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Albania: Unique, unspoilt and waiting for you to discover on a luxury charter yacht vacation
By Trina Howes on Sep 26, 2023 in Albania, Cruises & Boat Travel, Eastern Europe, Europe, Regions, Speciality Travel
We are delighted to bring readers a guide to yacht charter vacations in Albania, where the blossoming charter industry is excited to be welcoming visitors to the Adriatic and Ionian coastlines. Here, charming coastal towns, natural beauty and incredible history are ready to be discovered from the comfort of your private luxury yacht. ...

6 questions to ask yourself when choosing a wellness holiday
Amid our hectic modern lives, the quest for holistic well-being has taken centre stage. For us, true well-being doesn’t just come from juice cleanses and meditating all the time. Instead, we believe it can also come from meaningful experiences that can help you rebalance, and reconnect with yourself–and with nature. ...
10 compelling reasons to vacation in Patagonia
Huge – but barely inhabited — Patagonia is a unique getaway that’s incomparable with anywhere else in South America or perhaps even on the planet. This region, which cuts across all of southern Argentina and Chile, is a world of impossible natural landscapes begging to be explored. ...
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. ...
