Kristof Eyckmans, Author at A Luxury Travel Blog : A Luxury Travel Blog

The best and most luxurious trips to consider for this upcoming Autumn!

By Kristof Eyckmans on Jul 30, 2022 in Accommodation, Africa, Asia, Chile, Europe, Hotels, Italy, Maldives, Rail Travel, Regions, Resorts, South Africa, South America, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

While Summer is in full swing, many are already looking forward to the upcoming Autumn season because they prefer to avoid large crowds and high season prices.

The 5 best resorts in Sri Lanka to experience true luxury

By Kristof Eyckmans on May 26, 2022 in Accommodation, Asia, Hotels, Regions, Resorts, Sri Lanka

Sometimes we just want to leave everything behind and jet off to one of those unique places where you know you'll be able to relax and live life just that little bit slower and more intense. Sri Lanka is the perfect place to do so.

The 5 best resorts to stay with your family in Sri Lanka

By Kristof Eyckmans on Apr 14, 2022 in Accommodation, Asia, Family Travel, Hotels, Regions, Resorts, Speciality Travel, Sri Lanka

Listed here are the best resorts to stay at in Sri Lanka when travelling with the kids, making sure the whole experience will be a joy for every member of the family.

The ships you need to consider for your next expedition cruise to Antarctica

By Kristof Eyckmans on Feb 23, 2022 in Adventure Travel, Antarctic, Cruises & Boat Travel, Polar Regions, Regions, Speciality Travel

Antarctica, the 7th continent, the white continent, … you name it, we’re all dreaming of going there someday. While it used to be one of those destinations which would forever remain on our wish-list, it’s certainly much more accessible now! Thanks to a small armada of expeditions cruise ships that have been purpose-built for this

The ultimate resorts to have worldwide sun, sea and fun

By Kristof Eyckmans on Jan 23, 2022 in Accommodation, Africa, Asia, British Virgin Islands, Caribbean, Fiji, Indonesia, Maldives, Oceania, Regions, Resorts, Tanzania

By now I’m positive we all have the Lenny Kravitz feeling where we sing to ourselves “I wanna fly awaaaay….”. With Fiji opening up again, Maldives being a solid option throughout the whole Covid crisis and many other destinations looking for ways to welcome visitors again, it’s time to find out where you need to

The 5 best family resorts in the Maldives

By Kristof Eyckmans on Dec 04, 2021 in Accommodation, Asia, Family Travel, Hotels, Maldives, Regions, Resorts, Speciality Travel

While most of us may think of the Maldives as an archipelago created by a higher force with the sole purpose to entertain newlyweds, HNWI’s and wealthy retired couples, it is actually one of the best family destinations out there. Great weather year-round, incredible marine life, a plethora of luxurious resorts making sure everyones wishes

Top 5 resorts that won't break the bank in the world's most amazing locations

By Kristof Eyckmans on Nov 17, 2021 in Accommodation, Africa, Asia, Hotels, Indonesia, Maldives, Middle East, Regions, Resorts, Tanzania, Thailand, United Arab Emirates

Occasionally we all browse the internet to soak up some travel inspiration and dream about those amazing places which are still on our endless bucket list. Often these destinations are among the most sought after holiday spots in the world, resulting in increased prices and the need to book way ahead. And while most of

The 5 hotels where celebrities feel right at home

By Kristof Eyckmans on Oct 26, 2021 in Accommodation, Africa, British Virgin Islands, Caribbean, Celebrities, Europe, Hotels, Italy, Oceania, Pacific Islands, Regions, Resorts, South Africa, Switzerland, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

We might not always realise it, but we can pretty much travel anywhere on this globe and enjoy uninterrupted holidays. Celebrities however don’t always have that luxury. They are spotted and chased by paparazzi, fans, press and who knows what else. As a result they prefer travelling to places that aren’t always easy to reach

The 5 hotels you need to stay at when visiting Italy

By Kristof Eyckmans on Sep 21, 2021 in Accommodation, Europe, Hotels, Italy, Regions, Western Europe

Italy, a land that has always been a major attraction for tourist from around the world, and for good reasons. Who doesn’t love a country where the most amazing food is always around the corner, historic buildings, sites and names are more frequent than the Piccadilly line in London and where people always seem to

5 must-visit hotels from around the world

By Kristof Eyckmans on Aug 06, 2021 in Accommodation, Asia, China, Europe, France, Hong Kong, Hotels, Italy, New York, North America, Regions, Singapore, USA, Western Europe

We all travel for different reasons. Some are looking for those unique locations, others want to travel back in time. And then there’s those who travel for a particular hotel, just because it’s unique or iconic….or possibly even both. Below is my favourite top 5 when it comes to hotels which I like to categorise

The most ultra-luxurious island retreats you need to know about!

By Kristof Eyckmans on Jun 03, 2021 in Accommodation, Africa, Asia, Featured, Fiji, Hotels, Indonesia, Madagascar, Middle East, Oceania, Pacific Islands, Regions, Resorts, United Arab Emirates

What could be better than an island retreat to ease back into the rhythm of traveling? It’s certainly one of the best solutions if you want to avoid the crowds, but equally a reward towards yourself for the tough times we’ve all had to face recently. In case you don’t know where to start looking,

Unique places to stay in South Africa

By Kristof Eyckmans on May 16, 2021 in Accommodation, Africa, Hotels, Rail Travel, Regions, Resorts, South Africa, Speciality Travel

South Africa is one of those destinations that has everything to offer for travellers, irrelevant if they are looking for culture, natural wonders, history or even culinary delights. It does’t matter how many times you’ve visited this stunning country, there is always more to explore, more to experience and certainly more to learn. Those who

Planning to travel with kids? These are some of the best places to consider!

By Kristof Eyckmans on May 12, 2021 in Africa, Asia, Family Travel, Featured, Indonesia, Kenya, Leisure Travel, Maldives, Middle East, Regions, South Africa, Speciality Travel, United Arab Emirates

While vaccinations are going forward, an increasing number of travellers are starting to plan new adventures as for most it has been way too long since their last escape into another world. This also goes for the children that have endured months of online classes, missed playing with their friends or just being able to

The ultimate eco-friendly places you can visit during the COVID pandemic

By Kristof Eyckmans on Apr 19, 2021 in Accommodation, Africa, Asia, Botswana, Canada, Europe, Health & Safety, Hotels, Maldives, North America, Regions, Resorts, South Africa, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe

Sustainability and responsible travel have become one of the most important words in the tourism industry as guests are increasingly interested in eco-friendly ways and places to stay, and as a result want to limit their footprint while travelling all across the globe. Offsetting your carbon emissions with an airline has become a norm for

5 of the best family retreats to plan for your next holiday

By Kristof Eyckmans on Mar 22, 2021 in Accommodation, Africa, Asia, Europe, Family Travel, Hotels, Ireland, Maldives, Regions, Resorts, South Africa, Speciality Travel, Thailand, Western Europe

While the Covid 19 restrictions continue to limit our freedom to travel whenever and wherever we want, we tend to forget the fact that our children also miss going abroad and experience new adventures. Who would have though that youngsters would get bored of looking at a computer screen all day every day?! Lucky enough

Unique wildlife experiences to look forward to after the pandemic

By Kristof Eyckmans on Jan 21, 2021 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Alaska, Asia, Congo, Democratic Republic of the, Featured, India, Indonesia, North America, Regions, South Africa, Speciality Travel, USA

By now most of us have become so eager to travel that we would even consider taking dodgy low cost carriers and indulge in all-day buffets without any hesitation or thought. Talking about lowering our standards just to get out of our pandemic routine. Personally, I’ve been trying to cope just by planning ahead and

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