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Africa’s top 5 places to spot rhino

By Laura Burdett-Munns on Sep 19, 2019 in Accommodation, Africa, Botswana, Camping, Kenya, Namibia, Regions, Resorts, South Africa

The 21st September is World Rhino Day and to celebrate, I thought that sharing my knowledge of Africa’s best places to spot these magnificent, yet endangered creatures was a must. Not only did I want to highlight my favourite places to simply see them, but I wanted to showcase some of Africa’s finest conservation programmes, […]

Luxury travel news this week

By Paul Johnson on Sep 15, 2019 in Accommodation, Arctic, Asia, Featured, Hotels, Nevada, North America, Polar Regions, Regions, Resorts, Space Travel, Speciality Travel, Thailand, USA

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 […]

6 outstanding eco-lodges in South Africa

By Paul Campbell on Sep 13, 2019 in Accommodation, Africa, Hotels, Regions, Resorts, South Africa

As travellers we are all more aware than ever of our environmental impact and want to make choices that will help preserve and protect the places we visit. Safari lodges and nature camps are essentially very eco-friendly, and without them (and tourists they attract) far less land would be set aside for conservation and the […]

5 spas worth getting on an airplane to visit

By Tisha Neufville on Aug 31, 2019 in Accommodation, Arizona, Asia, Caribbean, Hotels, Mexico, North America, Regions, Resorts, Saint Lucia, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, USA, Vietnam

Sure, there are some amazing spas out there, but are they actually worth getting on a plane to visit? Here are a few which actually ARE worth getting on a long airplane ride to experience first-hand. 1. Dorado Beach, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, Dorado, Puerto Rico, US The exquisite spa at Dorado Beach rests on 5 […]

Top 3 dreamy honeymoon island escapes

By James Jayasundera on Aug 24, 2019 in Accommodation, Asia, Honeymoons, Hotels, Indonesia, Myanmar, Regions, Resorts, Speciality Travel

Planning a wedding is an exciting experience, but it’s no secret that it can be relatively stressful too! For some, deciding upon the perfect honeymoon destination can be just as tricky… let us eliminate the pressure for you and let you in on our favourite romantic retreats. If you are after a taste of paradise […]

Botswana: thoughts on the all-new Selinda Camp

By Laura Burdett-Munns on Aug 23, 2019 in Accommodation, Africa, Botswana, Camping, Hotels, Regions, Resorts

The Selinda Spillway is one of the most unspoilt and wildlife rich places in the Okavango Delta. Great Plains’ Selinda Camp has long been one of our favourite places to stay in Botswana, and it has now reopened after a complete rebuild. This is what you can expect from the new Selinda Camp. The location […]

Short stay: Fairmont St Andrews, Scotland, UK

By Michael Edwards on Aug 19, 2019 in Accommodation, Europe, Featured, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe

St Andrews is the spiritual home of golf pulling in players from afar. Hosting a final qualifier for the British Open, the Sam Torrance and Kittocks Course provide a challenging course for serious golfers. Scottish hospitality blends with top notch American-style service at Fairmont St Andrews to provide far more than just golf. The welcome […]

Saving the planet: our top 5 eco-friendly hotels around the world

By Thomas Ryves on Aug 18, 2019 in Accommodation, Africa, Asia, Ecuador, Featured, Hotels, Malaysia, Oceania, Pacific Islands, Regions, Resorts, South Africa, South America, Thailand, Worldwide

With environmental awareness an increasing concern across the globe, especially when it comes to hot topics such as global warming and plastic waste, luxury hotels are also increasingly doing their bit for the planet, with guests encouraged to play their part during their holiday. Ditching plastic water bottles for reusable non-plastic ones is just the […]

Vegan food at Marriott Hotels and Resorts in Southeast Asia

By Paul Eyers on Aug 17, 2019 in Accommodation, Asia, China, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hong Kong, Hotels, Resorts, Restaurants, Singapore, Thailand, Travel Miscellany, Vietnam

Our eternal vegan travel travel adventure has taken us to many glorious destinations and long may this continue. As much as we love checking into a luxury hotel and resort, our true raison d’être is to find, eat and write about the best vegan food in the world. One brand that seems to deliver delicious […]

The ultimate luxury resort experience in Crete

By Paul Johnson on Aug 10, 2019 in Accommodation, Europe, Greece, Hotels, Regions, Resorts, Western Europe

When visiting Crete, the opportunity to indulge in the deep blue Aegean Sea and an incredible resort might be too much to resist. Thankfully, Daios Cove is ready to capture your imagination. This 5-star luxury resort in Crete is situated in Vathi near Agios Nikolaos in the north east part of the island. Its wonderful […]

9 wilderness retreats to experience the real Australia

By Mat Lewis on Aug 05, 2019 in Accommodation, Australia, Hotels, Oceania, Regions, Resorts

Did you know that Australia is the third least-densely populated countries in the world after Namibia and Mongolia? With about 1.1 million square miles of interior land (or the Outback) mostly unchanged and uninhabited, the country offers an almost endless array of wildlife and wilderness adventures you can include during your visit. To help you […]

Rooms with a view: our top 6 scenic hotels around the world

By Thomas Ryves on Jul 16, 2019 in Accommodation, Africa, Asia, Australia, Canada, Central America, Europe, Greece, Hotels, Morocco, Nicaragua, North America, Oceania, Regions, Resorts, Vietnam, Western Europe, Worldwide

With more and more luxury hotels opening their doors all around the world, alongside existing hotels continually upping their game and guests becoming ever-more discerning, the bar is set ever higher all the time, from accommodation to cuisine, and from spa facilities to unique activities. But whether all those boxes are ticked or not, often […]

5 of the best ultra-luxurious lodges in Kruger

By Paul Campbell on Jul 12, 2019 in Accommodation, Africa, Hotels, Regions, Resorts, South Africa

Everyone who goes on a safari will want to have the best possible wildlife experience, however when it comes to the type of lodge or camp that people are looking for we find that going on safari means different things to different people. Some will conjure up an image in their mind of a simple safari […]

The most luxurious horse-riding retreats in Latin America

By Simon Williams on Jul 09, 2019 in Accommodation, Argentina, Brazil, Central America, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Regions, Resorts, South America, Speciality Travel

One of the most geographically diverse regions on the planet; Latin America is not short of charming rural retreats set amongst striking scenery, perfect for a relaxed countryside getaway, especially for those who are keen riders. Mountains, rivers, valleys and rolling green hills are always best explored on horseback – a relaxed and peaceful way […]

Top 10 luxury honeymoon retreats in Australia

By Mat Lewis on Jul 04, 2019 in Accommodation, Australia, Honeymoons, Hotels, Oceania, Regions, Resorts, Speciality Travel

From dinner under a canopy of stars to relaxing couples massages, every retreat on this list offers outstanding experiences, spectacular locations and plenty of privacy to make your Australian honeymoon all you dream it could be. Whatever your preference — quiet pampering or outback adventures — these incredible retreats offer something for everyone. Emirates One&Only […]

Combining wellness with luxury travel: how to find the best places to stay

By Paul Johnson on Jul 01, 2019 in Accommodation, Health & Safety, Resorts, Travel Miscellany, Websites

Yoga vacations, healing holidays, detox breaks… wellness tourism is here to stay. With such a plethora of options available, undoubtedly the hardest part about combining wellness with luxury travel is finding the right retreat. Yoga, health and wellness retreat specialist Yovada.com collaborates with the most trusted yoga and wellness retreats around the world. Whether your’re after […]

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