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5 InterContinental hotels and resorts for vegan luxury travel in Hong Kong and Vietnam

By Paul Eyers on Mar 13, 2018 in Accommodation, Asia, China, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hong Kong, Hotels, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, Vietnam

Having tried and tested these five InterContinental hotels and resorts for vegan luxury travel in Hong Kong and Vietnam, we are pleased to say that they all catered excellently for us as vegan guests. During our visits we enjoyed extensive vegan breakfasts, vegan canapes in Club InterContinental and vegan fine dining experiences in their signature […]

5 nights of luxury in the Maldives, with two nights in Dubai ‘thrown in’!

By Paul Johnson on Feb 16, 2018 in Accommodation, Asia, Hotels, Maldives, Middle East, Regions, Resorts, United Arab Emirates

Regular readers may recall that when we went to the Maldives a couple of years ago, we stayed a few nights in Dubai on the way there. It’s a great way to break up the journey from the UK, allowing you to adjust your body clock more gradually and take in some of the ‘City […]

Top 5 island escapes

By Claire Powell on Feb 12, 2018 in Accommodation, Africa, Australia, British Virgin Islands, Canada, Caribbean, Chile, Featured, Hotels, North America, Oceania, Regions, Resorts, Seychelles, South America

Getting away from it all is harder than ever thanks to Wi-Fi, constant connectivity and more iDevices than you can shake a charger at. Still, we’ve managed to pick our top five island escapes where you can adopt a ‘no shoes, no news’ ethos from the moment you arrive. Peter Island Resort & Spa, British […]

Top 6 romantic luxury properties in Africa

By Julian Carter-Manning on Feb 12, 2018 in Accommodation, Africa, Botswana, Hotels, Regions, Resorts, Rwanda, Seychelles, South Africa, Tanzania

With Valentine’s Day fast approaching, many may have romance on their mind – and how better to enjoy time with a loved one than exploring the vast plains of Africa or relaxing on an Indian Ocean island? Here are Africa’s Top 6 most romantic properties, for 14th February as well as any other time of […]

10 of the most exciting new luxury hotel openings of 2018

By Paul Johnson on Feb 10, 2018 in Accommodation, Alaska, California, Canada, Colorado, Europe, Featured, Florida, Hotels, Italy, North America, Oregon, Resorts, United Kingdom, USA, Western Europe

The luxury travel industry is booming, with surveys suggesting that travellers are keen to explore more and willing to pay a little extra when indulging on their travel experiences. This growing demand is reflected by a number of exciting new luxury hotel openings across the globe. Here are just 10 of the many to look […]

Where to go on a South African golfing safari

By Colin Dilland on Feb 09, 2018 in Accommodation, Africa, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Regions, Resorts, South Africa, Speciality Travel

Imagine playing a game of golf on a world-class golf course, teeing up for your next ball while looking out over a Big 5 game reserve. There’s a herd of giraffes in the distance, and earlier you spotted elephants drinking from a waterhole. This is what you can expect on a typical golf safari in […]

5 of the finest luxury hotels and resorts in Vietnam

By Paul Eyers on Feb 08, 2018 in Accommodation, Asia, Hotels, Regions, Resorts, Vietnam

Vietnam is an exciting and vibrant Southeast Asian country where you can spend your time exploring dynamic and bustling cities, embracing the culture and natural beauty or checking in to a luxury spa resort to relax and rejuventate. However you decide to spend your vacation there are some exceptional hotels and resorts to choose from; […]

7 of India’s most romantic spots

By James Jayasundera on Jan 18, 2018 in Accommodation, Asia, Hotels, India, Leisure Travel, Regions, Resorts, Speciality Travel

India may perhaps seem a place to be tackled, rather than somewhere to relax or romance, but we have had some of our most memorable moments with loved ones on the subcontinent. There is a wealth of places to escape to, whether for a honeymoon, anniversary or birthday celebration. What could be more passion-kindling than […]

Top 5 luxury resorts for a romantic honeymoon in Switzerland

By Courtney Myers on Jan 17, 2018 in Accommodation, Europe, Honeymoons, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Regions, Resorts, Speciality Travel, Switzerland, Western Europe

While tropical locales have long been the conventional honeymoon choice for newlyweds looking to celebrate, there’s something to be said about eschewing tradition and jet-setting to a mountainous terrain instead. A backdrop of snow-capped peaks and ski lifts offers the ideal place to snuggle up and begin a new life together. Arguably nowhere is this […]

10 of the most luxurious new safari properties

By Laura Burdett-Munns on Jan 15, 2018 in Accommodation, Adventure Travel, Africa, Botswana, Camping, Hotels, Kenya, Leisure Travel, Regions, Resorts, Rwanda, Speciality Travel, Tanzania, Zambia, Zimbabwe

This year Africa has experienced a real boom in high-end safari properties, with extraordinary new lodges and camps opening across the continent. We have already checked out some of the most exciting openings so they can share their firsthand observations and opinions with you. Below you’ll find 10 of our favourites. Sable Alley, Botswana Built around […]

Understanding Sandals and Beaches resorts

By Kim Robertson on Jan 14, 2018 in Accommodation, Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Barbados, Caribbean, Family Travel, Grenada, Honeymoons, Jamaica, Leisure Travel, Regions, Resorts, Saint Lucia, Speciality Travel, Turks and Caicos

Sandals, a brand synonymous with couples only, ultra all inclusive, stunning beaches, luxury and fun, began its life in Montego Bay in Jamaica in 1981, and is still owned by the same Jamaican family today, but now boasts 7 resorts in Jamaica, 3 in St Lucia, 2 in Bahamas, 2 in Barbados, 1 in Antigua […]

Top 5 luxury resorts in Australia that are perfect for families

By April Sutphen on Jan 13, 2018 in Accommodation, Australia, Family Travel, Hotels, Oceania, Resorts, Speciality Travel

The land down under. Well-known for its wildlife, beaches, big cities, and natural wonders, Australia is a diverse and amazing destination for adults and children alike. If you’re considering traveling from the United States to this continent, keep in mind the flight is between 14 and 15 hours, depending on where you’re departing from, and […]

5 outstanding Six Senses resorts in southeast Asia

By Paul Eyers on Jan 10, 2018 in Accommodation, Asia, Cambodia, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Indonesia, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, Thailand, Travel Miscellany, Vietnam

With a mission to “create exceptional guest experiences in stunning settings “Six Senses have long been associated with offering exemplary service in extraordinary locations; the Six Senses style of luxury travel is delivered in a manner that truly compliments the natural beauty of the surroundings by ensuring that the impact on the environment is minimal. […]

Botswana’s top 5 romantic retreats for 2018

By Francesca Lynagh on Dec 25, 2017 in Accommodation, Adventure Travel, Africa, Botswana, Camping, Leisure Travel, Regions, Resorts, Speciality Travel

There’s no doubt that Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are the couple of the moment. The wedding planning is well underway, and the world’s media can’t get enough of it. But there’s something else about the golden couple that has peaked the public’s interest — their penchant for Botswana. Harry’s first visit came only two […]

5 of the best luxury ski resorts for families

By April Sutphen on Dec 15, 2017 in Accommodation, Canada, Colorado, Europe, Family Travel, France, Hotels, Leisure Travel, North America, Regions, Resorts, Speciality Travel, Switzerland, USA, Western Europe

Skiing is a treasured family past time for many. Old or young, family members of all ages and abilities can enjoy the fun and beauty of snow-capped mountains across the globe. Whether your favorite part of the vacation is hitting the slopes, taking in the breathtaking views, or sipping hot chocolate in the lodge, these […]

Traveling to Italy with children: 5 luxury resorts that are perfect for families

By April Sutphen on Nov 30, 2017 in Accommodation, Europe, Family Travel, Hotels, Italy, Regions, Resorts, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

Are you a mother that enjoys the finer things in life? Do private jets, designer luggage, yachts, and luxury vacations excite you? Motherhood doesn’t mean the end of enjoying luxury travel. With a little research and effort, you can discover luxury excursions that the whole family will love. Italy is the perfect place to start […]

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