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5 ways to experience luxury in Berlin

By Olivier Templar-James on Apr 27, 2017 in Accommodation, Attractions, Bars, Europe, Germany, Going Out, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

Berlin, the capital city of Germany and a city that was so marked by numerous unfortunate events during its history, managed to rise and impress the world through its power and desire to be the best. It managed to exceed all the hardships that tried to destroy it in the past and is now today

6 things to do in Brussels for fashion and design lovers

By Olivier Templar-James on Mar 09, 2017 in Belgium, Europe, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

Brussels is an incredible city to visit if you are a fashion enthusiast. The city is filled with so many young and highly talented designers, which create everything from luxury clothing, to shoes, accessories, leather products, frames for glasses and so on. If you care for exceptional quality and desire to wear items that respect

5 innovative concierge apps for luxury travelers

By Olivier Templar-James on Feb 02, 2017 in Accessories, Gadgets, Travel Equipment

Internet enabled smartphones have been around for about a decade, and in that time the more forward-looking travel industry players have spared no expense or effort to offer increasingly tech-savvy consumers ways to access compelling content and services. It seems that every year brings a wave of new trends, promises and innovations, most in the

6 fun things for foodies to do in Brussels

By Olivier Templar-James on Jan 09, 2017 in Belgium, Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

Brussels is a stunning city from all points of view. If you want to see a part of Europe that you are not going to forget, you need to come to Brussels. Even if the city is packed with historic and cultural vestiges, there is something else that will make you stay here pleasant, especially

Top 8 things to do in Malta for luxury travellers

By Olivier Templar-James on Dec 10, 2016 in Accommodation, Attractions, Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Malta, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

Malta can best be described as a hidden paradise tucked in the heart of the Mediterranean. This amazing island is blessed with amazing views of the surrounding waters, the impressive yachts and temples from yesteryears. The island lays claim to a rich history and this is evident in the 17th century buildings that adorn the

6 things to do in Brussels for architecture and art lovers

By Olivier Templar-James on Nov 01, 2016 in Accommodation, Attractions, Belgium, Europe, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Western Europe

Brussels is not a very large city but it sure has its appeal. It is the capital of the European Union and boasts of a distinctive charm that makes it a truly intriguing location. When one thinks of fun and interesting things to do in Brussels, many options readily cross the mind; from the stunning

6 things to do in Berlin for architecture and art lovers

By Olivier Templar-James on Oct 03, 2016 in Accommodation, Attractions, Europe, Germany, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Western Europe

Germany is one of the favorite tourist destinations in the world and one of the favorite places to visit is Berlin. Berlin is known for its rich history and it remains one of the top destinations for lovers of modern art. The most vibrant part of Berlin history happened in the 1920s when the world

6 luxurious things to do on a weekend in Prague

By Olivier Templar-James on Sep 05, 2016 in Accommodation, Attractions, Czech Republic, Eastern Europe, Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany

Prague is one of the world’s most romantic destinations. It is situated in the Vltava River and it is the embodiment of scenic views and unique blend of history. The city centre is a UNESCO World Heritage site and it has long been a favorite tourist destination. One of the stunning things about Prague is

Best 6 Things to do in Hamburg, Germany on Vacation

By Olivier Templar-James on Aug 02, 2016 in Accommodation, Attractions, Bars, Europe, Germany, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Western Europe

The city of Hamburg is located in the northern part of Germany just on the Elbe River. It’s easily the country’s largest port and commercial centre, and one of the busiest and largest in Europe and the ninth largest in the world. Hamburg is the next highest populated city after Berlin. The people of Hamburg

6 things to do on the Aeolian Islands of Vulcano and Lipari

By Olivier Templar-James on Jul 03, 2016 in Accommodation, Attractions, Europe, Going Out, Hotels, Italy, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, Western Europe

The Aeolian Islands located in the Tyrrhenian Sea consists of seven beautiful islands that have a “Y-shaped” configuration when viewed from the sky. The islands include Stromboli, Vulcano, Alicudi, Filicudi, Panarea, Lipari, and Salina. They are collectively called the “seven pearls of the Mediterranean” and according to history, they were named The Aeolian Islands after

5 things to do on a luxury stay in Madeira

By Olivier Templar-James on Jun 02, 2016 in Attractions, Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Portugal, Regions, Restaurants, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

Madeira is a really beautiful island and apart from its beautiful sights, a fascinating thing about it is the contrast in the weather. The northern and southern parts are different, with the north being more humid and it is also possible to travel from the sunny coast to mountain peaks donned in snow in the

3 luxury boutique hotels for a casual chic weekend in London

By Olivier Templar-James on May 11, 2016 in Accommodation, Europe, Hotels, Regions, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, United Kingdom, Western Europe

London is one of the most exciting, diverse and eclectic cities in the world. As many people say, if you can’t find something that suits your particular preferences or tastes in the eclectic British capital, it probably doesn’t even exist! It might sound like a silly old proverb, but there is much truth in the

6 things to do for a relaxing weekend on the Montreux Riviera

By Olivier Templar-James on Apr 21, 2016 in Accommodation, Attractions, Europe, Events, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Switzerland, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

If you are looking for a traveling destination that will be able to help you achieve that Zen-like feeling of relaxation, look no further than the charming Montreux Riviera. Located just a little ways from the beautiful Lake Geneva, the area is part of the canton of Vaud, one of the most distinctive cultural poles

Top 5 things to do for a foodie weekend in Budapest

By Olivier Templar-James on Mar 07, 2016 in Eastern Europe, Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hungary, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany

Budapest, the capital of Hungary, is definitely one of Europe’s rising stars when it comes to quality destinations with a luxury feel. The city is one of the most beautiful capitals in Eastern Europe, featuring hundreds of thermal sources, includings the famous Gellerts Baths. The architecture of the city is also stunning, rich and diverse,

5 top tips for a luxury weekend in Amsterdam

By Olivier Templar-James on Feb 02, 2016 in Accommodation, Attractions, Europe, Going Out, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Netherlands, Regions, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

Amsterdam, the stunning capital city of The Netherlands, is quickly becoming one of Europe’s premier destinations for the “high end” crowd. The Dutch city is able to cater to the most discerning visitors (as well as locals enjoying luxurious lifestyles) with a diverse, appealing and compelling offering of prestigious hotels, fine restaurants and of course,

Top 6 things to do for a perfect weekend in Lisbon

By Olivier Templar-James on Jan 13, 2016 in Accommodation, Attractions, Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Portugal, Regions, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

The city of Lisbon, Portugal, has always been somewhat of an underdog. Even though this European capital is undeniably charming, it managed to fall under the mainstream radar for quite some time, failing to attract big tourist crowds. This was in direct contrast to more popular destinations such as Paris or Barcelona. The capital of

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