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Uruguay's top 5 new luxury properties

By Craig Burkinshaw on May 13, 2015 in Accommodation, Hotels, Regions, Resorts, South America, Uruguay

Uruguay is not usually at the top of travellers’ wish lists but with relatively few visitors, some surprisingly stylish accommodation options and excellent wild beaches that knock the socks off their Argentinian equivalent, it offers a slice of South America to suit most palates. It’s also fantastic for birders and wine lovers, not to mention

Top 3 luxury properties in New England

By Craig Burkinshaw on Apr 29, 2015 in Accommodation, Hotels, Massachusetts, North America, Regions, Rhode Island, USA

With rich colonial heritage, a reputation for excellent dining and a varied and memorable scenic canvas, visiting the area of New England on the East Coast of the USA has never been more popular. Boston, New England’s gateway city, is served daily by a three international airlines from London, and with a flight time in the

Australia's top 5 luxury reef experiences

By Craig Burkinshaw on Mar 12, 2015 in Australia, Oceania, Regions

The Great Barrier Reef is one of Australia’s iconic attractions and for good reason, but this is not the only part of the country where you can experience the beautiful coral reefs and marine life that make the country so popular. Whether on your first of fifth visit to Australia you will always find a

Visit Moscow and St Petersburg in style

By Craig Burkinshaw on Feb 12, 2015 in Accommodation, Eastern Europe, Europe, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Restaurants, Russia

With a scale of luxury rarely found outside of Dubai and Abu Dhabi, Russia is a country that revels in unabashed indulgence. From sipping champagne on an ultra-modern balcony overlooking the mighty Moscow Kremlin, to nibbling caviar in a palatial St. Petersburg ballroom – Russia has endless opportunities for a quality, luxurious experience. I’ve picked out

Luxury in the land of Maharajas: India's top palace hotels

By Craig Burkinshaw on Jan 12, 2015 in Accommodation, Asia, Hotels, India, Regions, Resorts

In amongst India’s 1.2 billion population, this extraordinary country enthralls its visitors with ancient inhabited cities, astonishing colourful festivities and beautiful landscapes; it’s a real overload of the senses. To add to the many incredible experiences India has to offer, the country is home to a number of undeniably luxurious palace hotels, all of which

Top 5 luxury lodges on New Zealand's South Island

By Craig Burkinshaw on Dec 28, 2014 in Accommodation, Hotels, New Zealand, Oceania

New Zealand is a small country, but what is lacks in size it makes up for in stunning scenery, an incredible choice of activities and fantastic wildlife viewing opportunities. While the North Island is home to cosmopolitan cities and is where you’re likely to experience Maori culture and geothermal activity, it’s the South Island that

Top 5 luxury lodges on New Zealand's North Island

By Craig Burkinshaw on Nov 20, 2014 in Accommodation, Hotels, New Zealand, Oceania, Regions

A country famed for its rugged and varying landscapes, extreme sports and Maori heritage, New Zealand is also home to a vast array of welcoming accommodation options, where you can enjoy a touch of luxury coupled with wonderful Kiwi hospitality. Here are my top five luxury lodges on New Zealand’s North Island: Kauri Cliffs, Matauri

Luxury Botswana for families

By Craig Burkinshaw on Oct 31, 2014 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Botswana, Family Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel

Botswana is one of my favourite safari destinations, for its glittering selection of wildlife and the equally glittering water world of the Okavango Delta. Elephant, giraffe and zebra roam the plains, and hippo and crocodile lounge in lagoons – there isn’t much wildlife you won’t encounter here. If you’ve the added consideration of a family

Top 5 luxury hotels in Colombia

By Craig Burkinshaw on Jul 31, 2014 in Accommodation, Colombia, Hotels, Regions, South America

A country still in its infancy somewhat where tourism is concerned, Colombia may not jump out as a luxurious destination when compared to other areas of the world. But don’t let this fool you into thinking luxury can’t be found here. The cities of Bogota and Cartagena in particular are home to some wonderful properties,

Luxury in the wilderness: Canada's best lodges

By Craig Burkinshaw on Jun 20, 2014 in Accommodation, Canada, Hotels, North America, Regions, Resorts, Vacation Rentals

Canada is a country that evokes a sense of untouched landscapes and pristine wilderness teeming with wildlife, where pure mountain air blows across crystal clear glacial lakes. There is no better way to experience this tranquillity than with a stay in a luxury lodge, and Canada has some indulgent options for those looking to do

The world's best rail journeys

By Craig Burkinshaw on May 22, 2014 in Africa, Asia, Canada, China, Eastern Europe, Europe, Leisure Travel, Malaysia, Mongolia, North America, Peru, Rail Travel, Regions, Russia, Singapore, South Africa, South America, Speciality Travel, Thailand

Train journeys offer a more relaxed pace of travel and often evoke a feeling of a bygone era, with elaborately decorated carriages and the opportunity to mingle with likeminded people. There are countless rail journeys across the world all of which offer something different, but for me there are a few that really stand out.

Home of the gaucho: Argentina’s best estancias

By Craig Burkinshaw on Apr 30, 2014 in Accommodation, Argentina, Hotels, Regions, South America

Argentina is famous for many things: great wine; spectacular landscapes; the tango; Maradona… but for a truly authentic taste of this South American giant spend some time at one of the country’s beautiful estancias. Home to rugged gauchos – or cowboys – estancias are places where you can get your hands dirty with activities such

Alternative Africa: 7 things to do besides a safari

By Craig Burkinshaw on Mar 26, 2014 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Air Travel, Leisure Travel, Madagascar, Namibia, Regions, South Africa, Speciality Travel, Tanzania, Zambia

Africa is renowned for its safari experiences, and rightly so. Wildlife viewing opportunities abound, from the world-famous Great Migration that sees over two million wildebeest journey across the plains of the Serengeti and into the grasslands of the Masai Mara, to gorilla trekking in the smoky mountains of Uganda and the countless endemic species that

Africa's top 10 most romantic properties

By Craig Burkinshaw on Feb 28, 2014 in Accommodation, Adventure Travel, Botswana, Kenya, Leisure Travel, Malawi, Namibia, Regions, South Africa, Speciality Travel, Tanzania, Zambia

True romantics don’t need Valentine’s Day to show their loved ones how much they care. With these dreamy properties in Africa you’ll be looking for any excuse to spend a few nights away! Read on for our guide to the 10 most romantic places to stay on the continent. Kaya Mawa, Malawi The name of

The best luxury river cruises in the world

By Craig Burkinshaw on Jan 29, 2014 in Africa, Asia, Cambodia, China, Cruises & Boat Travel, Eastern Europe, Egypt, Europe, Featured, India, Leisure Travel, Myanmar, Namibia, Regions, Russia, Speciality Travel

If you’re the type of traveller that likes exploring a destination at a relaxed pace, one of the best ways to do this is on a river cruise. Not only does this offer a more peaceful mode of travel, it also allows you to view a country from a completely different perspective, experiencing things not

Morocco's top 5 luxury stays

By Craig Burkinshaw on Jan 15, 2014 in Accommodation, Africa, Featured, Hotels, Morocco, Regions

From traditional riads in Morocco’s bustling cities, to more secluded and off-the-beaten-path kashbahs throughout the countryside, traditional Moroccan accommodation offers both comfort and luxury. Whatever your preference may be, here is my pick of Morocco’s top five luxury accommodation options. Capaldi Hotel Morocco has its fair share of wonderful accommodation options, but the Capaldi Hotel, which

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