Author Archive for Paul Johnson
Paul Johnson is Editor of A Luxury Travel Blog and has worked in the travel industry for more than 30 years. He is Winner of the Innovations in Travel 'Best Travel Influencer' Award from WIRED magazine. In addition to other awards, the blog has also been voted "one of the world's best travel blogs" and "best for luxury" by The Daily Telegraph.
Gorilla trekking in Uganda: The ultimate luxury experience
By Paul Johnson on Jun 05, 2022 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Featured, Regions, Speciality Travel, Uganda
The ultimate luxury experience in Uganda is seeing the endangered mountain gorillas in the remote Virunga Mountains or the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park. 
Banyan Tree Escape opens in Bali, Indonesia
By Paul Johnson on Jun 04, 2022 in Accommodation, Asia, Indonesia, Regions, Resorts, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel
Buahan, a Banyan Tree Escape, set in an off-the-beaten-track, untouched part of northern Ubud marks Banyan Tree's first official Banyan Tree Escape opening. 
New luxury airport lounges at Singapore Changi Airport Terminal 3
Singapore Airlines (SIA) has unveiled its all-new flagship SilverKris and KrisFlyer Gold lounges at Singapore Changi Airport Terminal 3.
ACRO Suites: Luxury wellbeing resort opens in Crete
By Paul Johnson on Jun 01, 2022 in Accommodation, Europe, Greece, Hotels, Regions, Resorts, Western Europe
Situated in the peaceful Mononaftis Bay on the island of Crete, ACRO Suites offers the ultimate Zen experience. 
New luxury hotel opens in Doha in time for FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022
European-born brand, Le Méridien Hotels and Resorts, has today debuted its first Qatar hotel as Le Royal Méridien Doha welcomes its first guests.
Why Ireland should be your next Summer destination
By Paul Johnson on May 25, 2022 in Attractions, Europe, Events, Going Out, Ireland, Leisure Travel, Regions, Road Travel, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe
If your vision of an ideal summer vacation starts with breathtaking landscapes, welcoming communities, and an ancient culture rich with fascinating history, Ireland is for you. 
Queen Elizabeth 2 (QE2) becomes part of the Accor portfolio
By Paul Johnson on May 23, 2022 in Accommodation, Cruises & Boat Travel, Hotels, Middle East, Regions, Speciality Travel, United Arab Emirates
Queen Elizabeth 2 is to become a landmark property for the MGallery brand from Accor, and for Dubai overall. 
10 of the most breathtakingly scenic places in South America
By Paul Johnson on May 23, 2022 in Argentina, Attractions, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Ecuador, Going Out, Peru, Regions, South America
Wherever you go in the world, there are breathtaking sites to see. In terms of beauty, the continent of South America is second to none. 
Suite of the week: Spa Suite, Chatham Bars Inn, Chatham, Massachusetts, USA
By Paul Johnson on May 23, 2022 in Accommodation, Featured, Hotels, Massachusetts, North America, Regions, Resorts, Suite of the Week, USA
Experience luxury and grandeur the New England way, just steps from the sea at Chatham Bars Inn, one of Cape Cod’s most beloved destinations. 
New ultra-luxury yacht club set to compete with Monaco and the Caribbean
By Paul Johnson on May 23, 2022 in Cruises & Boat Travel, Leisure Travel, Middle East, Regions, Saudi Arabia, Speciality Travel
AMAALA, the ultra-luxury development located along Saudi Arabia’s north-western coast, has revealed its iconic design for the new Triple Bay Yacht Club, set to compete with Monaco and the Caribbean. 
Suite of the week: Presidential Suite, Grand Residences Riviera Cancun, Puerto Morelos, Mexico
By Paul Johnson on May 16, 2022 in Accommodation, Featured, Hotels, Mexico, North America, Regions, Resorts, Suite of the Week
The Presidential Suite at Grand Residences Riviera Cancun provides offers an opportunity to indulge in luxury. 
The best stands at this year's Arabian Travel Market in Dubai
By Paul Johnson on May 12, 2022 in A Luxury Travel Blog, Events, Middle East, Regions, Travel Miscellany, United Arab Emirates
I was honoured to be on the judging panel for the best stands at this year's Arabian Travel Market where the SAUDIA stand was crowned as winner of the Best Stand Design. 
Tomorrowland to open magical desert destination Terra Solis in Dubai
By Paul Johnson on May 09, 2022 in Attractions, Events, Going Out, Middle East, Regions, Travel Miscellany, United Arab Emirates
Tomorrowland, one of the most iconic music festivals in the world, is set to open Terra Solis, a brand-new unique desert destination in Dubai. 
SAUDIA launch brand new in-flight entertainment system
By Paul Johnson on May 09, 2022 in Air Travel, Middle East, Regions, Saudi Arabia, Speciality Travel
Saudi Arabian Airlines (SAUDIA) has officially revealed its brand-new in-flight entertainment (IFE) system, Beyond, during Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2022, which started today, at the Dubai World Trade Centre. The new IFE system will further transform SAUDIA’s onboard experience with over 5,000 hours of HD content, including, but not limited to, Western and Eastern films and 
Suite of the week: Presidential Suite - Terrace Hot Tub, Radisson Collection Hotel, Magdalena Plaza Sevilla, Spain
By Paul Johnson on May 09, 2022 in Accommodation, Europe, Hotels, Regions, Spain, Suite of the Week, Western Europe
This luxury suite features a stunning terrace, with a personal hot tub with magnificent views of Seville’s Magdalena Plaza. 
