Category: Accommodation

Short stay: Al Seef Hotel by Jumeirah, Dubai, UAE

Short stay: Al Seef Hotel by Jumeirah, Dubai, UAE

By on Dec 09, 2018 in Accommodation, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Middle East, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, United Arab Emirates

Step out of time. Drop out of high-rise Dubai into a quieter almost biblical scene in Arabia’s history. Jumeirah has deconstructed the concept of the big hotel. There are ten “bayts”, traditional Arabic houses with clusters of rooms, dotted through the Al Seef heritage village to recreate the intimate hospitality of a bygone era. Altogether […]

Luxury travel news this week

Luxury travel news this week

By on Dec 09, 2018 in Accommodation, Air Travel, Cruises & Boat Travel, Europe, Hotels, North America, Regions, Speciality Travel, United Kingdom, USA, Western Europe, Worldwide

Here’s a round-up of luxury travel stories that have caught the eye this week. To make sure you receive these new weekly alerts in your web browser, please click on the red bell icon in the bottom right hand corner of the page and click ‘subscribe’ (works on desktop only – for other ways to […]

Top 6 luxury lodges in Australia

Top 6 luxury lodges in Australia

By on Dec 05, 2018 in Accommodation, Australia, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Oceania, Regions, Resorts, Speciality Travel

Known for its rust-red outback, ivory beaches, and culinary excellence, Australia’s quality of life is extraordinary, but what does it offer the luxury traveller? Plenty. Heralding a climate and landscape that covers the spectrum, the luxury traveller should demand an engaging sensory experience that takes advantage of Australia’s scenic beauty without foregoing the finer comforts. […]

8 ways to discover and enjoy Quito city center

8 ways to discover and enjoy Quito city center

By on Nov 30, 2018 in Accommodation, Attractions, Ecuador, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, South America

Very few travelers know about Quito and its history. Visitors are often surprised to discover the rich heritage as they walk the ancient streets of this city, and many regret not spending more time there. Many travel agencies and tour operators offer Quito as a stopover before or after their trip to the Galapagos Islands […]

The first five-star custom-designed couples-only hotel in Cyprus

The first five-star custom-designed couples-only hotel in Cyprus

By on Nov 27, 2018 in Accommodation, Cyprus, Going Out, Honeymoons, Hotels, Middle East, Regions, Restaurants, Speciality Travel

The Amavi is the first five-star custom-designed couples-only hotel in Cyprus. A destination where all facilities are created for refined side-by-side holiday experience. Situated directly on the golden sands of a ‘Blue Flag’ certified beach in Paphos, it offers unobstructed sea views and enchanting sunsets from each hotel room and all public areas, all within […]

Luxury hotels and fine dining in Tokyo

Luxury hotels and fine dining in Tokyo

By on Nov 26, 2018 in Accommodation, Asia, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Japan, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany

‘Luxury hotels and fine dining in Tokyo’ is a snapshot of our experience in the exciting capital city of Japan, a destination that conjures up images of bustling streets, towering skyscrapers and modern, urban and futuristic design; add to this the opportunity to dine at world class restaurants and stay at award-winning hotels, then we […]

Luxury travel news this week

Luxury travel news this week

By on Nov 25, 2018 in Accommodation, Asia, Camping, Europe, Health & Safety, Hotels, India, Italy, Middle East, Regions, Travel Miscellany, United Arab Emirates, Western Europe, Worldwide

Here’s a round-up of luxury travel stories that have caught the eye this week. To make sure you receive these new weekly alerts in your web browser, please click on the red bell icon in the bottom right hand corner of the page and click ‘subscribe’ (works on desktop only – for other ways to […]

A foodie break at Fishmore Hall, Ludlow, UK

A foodie break at Fishmore Hall, Ludlow, UK

By on Nov 24, 2018 in Accommodation, Europe, Featured, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe

Ludlow has for many decades been the Mecca for foodies in the UK and now it has another. Sitting just outside the town is the elegant Georgian house known as Fishmore Hall. This remarkable building has been lovingly restored and now operates as a 3 star boutique hotel and spa with fine dining. The 15 […]

Club 1 Hotels: guaranteed savings at over 1 million hotels

Club 1 Hotels: guaranteed savings at over 1 million hotels

By on Nov 23, 2018 in Accommodation, Hotels, Regions, Special Offers & Packages, Travel Miscellany, Websites, Worldwide

Club 1 Hotels, a global hotel travel club, is currently offering a year’s free membership and there is no credit card required to access that offer. So you don’t need to worry about auto-renew or auto-bill coming into action. Nor are there any black-out dates. Members can make huge savings every day of the year […]

Inspiring Villas for luxury holidays in Thailand’s Koh Samui and Phuket

Inspiring Villas for luxury holidays in Thailand’s Koh Samui and Phuket

By on Nov 21, 2018 in Accommodation, Asia, Regions, Thailand, Vacation Rentals

Inspiring Villas have over 200 luxurious villas in Koh Samui and Phuket, two of Thailand’s most beautiful and serene locations. They provide the perfect base to experience Thailand’s vibrant colours: turquoise lagoons, orange-robed Buddhist monks and vivid pink sunrises. Ideal locations for discovering the very best of all that Thailand has to offer, the fabulous […]

Short Stay: Audleys Wood Hotel, Basingstoke, UK

Short Stay: Audleys Wood Hotel, Basingstoke, UK

By on Nov 20, 2018 in Accommodation, Europe, Featured, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Restaurants, United Kingdom, Western Europe

Oak panelling, intricately carved fireplaces, sombre portraits, vaulted ceilings and a grand staircase make the 4 star Audleys Wood Hotel a charming country retreat from the hectic 21st Century. With just 72 rooms, it’s easy to find a luxuriant leather sofa to slump into or a cosy nook in the Bar or Long Lounge. No, […]

Imagine... 326 days of sunshine a year

Imagine… 326 days of sunshine a year

By on Nov 15, 2018 in Accommodation, Attractions, Cyprus, Featured, Food and Drink, Going Out, Middle East, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, Vacation Rentals

On the outskirts of Protaras in southern Cyprus, close to Konnos Bay and set back from the fairly busy Kavo Greko Road that runs between Ayia Napa and Protaras, lies Chloe Villa available through Imagine Villa Rentals (their reference CV614). It might not seem like much at first – it’s shielded from the road by […]

5 of the best places in Africa to see big cats

5 of the best places in Africa to see big cats

By on Nov 15, 2018 in Accommodation, Adventure Travel, Africa, Hotels, Regions, Resorts, Speciality Travel, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia

For many visitors to Africa, getting to see the continent’s ‘Big Cats’ sits high on their wish-list of experiences. First on that list is usually the lion, ‘king of the beasts’ and apex predator, with the fierce and often elusive leopard, and lightning-fast cheetah not far behind. In this blog we are taking a look […]

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Top 5 hotels in Japan

By on Nov 12, 2018 in Accommodation, Asia, Hotels, Japan, Regions

Japan is without a shadow of doubt one our favourite destinations: from its iconic beauty and extraordinary attention-for-detail to its interesting idiosyncrasies, we always leave this wonderful country feeling inspired. It’s no secret that this striking island is home to spectacular culture, unique sites and world-class cuisine (most of which the Western mind cannot easily […]

Luxury travel news this week

Luxury travel news this week

By on Nov 11, 2018 in Accommodation, Asia, China, Cruises & Boat Travel, Europe, Featured, Hotels, Middle East, Regions, Speciality Travel, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, Western Europe

Here’s a round-up of luxury travel stories that have caught the eye this week. To make sure you receive these new weekly alerts in your web browser, please click on the red bell icon in the bottom right hand corner of the page and click ‘subscribe’ (works on desktop only – for other ways to […]

5 of the world's most luxurious ski chalets

5 of the world’s most luxurious ski chalets

By on Nov 09, 2018 in Accommodation, Canada, Europe, France, North America, Regions, Switzerland, Vacation Rentals, Western Europe

When it comes to luxury group ski holidays, you can’t beat an Alpine chalet. You have all the privacy and freedom you desire, coupled with the attentiveness of a private staff. However, not all chalets are created equal. The following five go above and beyond to create extraordinary and unique experiences. Chalet Bighorn, Revelstoke, Canada […]