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A white Christmas on Mnemba Island – without the cold, sleet and snow

By Paul Johnson on Jul 30, 2013 in Accommodation, Africa, Leisure Travel, Regions, Resorts, Speciality Travel, Tanzania

Northern hemisphere guests wishing to celebrate a white Christmas without the cold weather, sleet and snow are guaranteed a delightful twist to the festive season on the white sands of tropical &Beyond Mnemba Island, situated off the coast of Zanzibar. While the island’s coral sands are as pure and soft as driven snow, the traditional Christmas […]

Suite of the week: The Hadiprana Villa, The Chedi Tanah Gajah Ubud, Bali, Indonesia

By Paul Johnson on Jul 29, 2013 in Accommodation, Asia, Hotels, Indonesia, Regions, Resorts, Suite of the Week

Suite name: The Hadiprana Villa, The Chedi Tanah Gajah Ubud, Bali Location: Bali, Indonesia Size of accommodation: 550 sq m (villa and garden) Cost per night: IDR 11,500,000 What makes it special: Tanah Gajah’s founder and owner, Hendra Hadiprana originally built this one-of-a-kind twobedroom estate as the master accommodations for him and his wife and features some of the finest […]

Special feature: Domes of Elounda, Crete

By Paul Johnson on Jul 25, 2013 in Accommodation, Attractions, Bars, Cruises & Boat Travel, Europe, Family Travel, Featured, Going Out, Greece, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, Spas & Pampering, Special Features, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

This month we had one of our most relaxing breaks in a long time, enjoying an 11-day stay at the Domes of Elounda on the eastern side of the biggest of the Greek islands, Crete. Arriving quite late in the evening, we were welcomed to the resort with a complimentary drink at the Grand Domes Lobby […]

New Maasai warrior experience for children

By Paul Johnson on Jul 25, 2013 in Accommodation, Africa, Family Travel, Kenya, Regions, Resorts, Speciality Travel

Children staying at Cottar’s 1920s luxury safari camp in the Maasai Mara are being invited to join in a Maasai warrior session which includes fun-learning on how to make fire, spear throwing, bow and arrow practice and other activities incorporating the fascinating culture of the Maasai people. The activities are organised by Cottar’s own Maasai […]

Top 10 luxury country breaks in Central America

By Paul Johnson on Jul 24, 2013 in Accommodation, Belize, Central America, Costa Rica, Featured, Guatemala, Honduras, Hotels, Nicaragua, Panama, Regions, Resorts, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel

In Central America there are so many luxuries awaiting your discovery. Here we’ve selected 10 of the best remote luxury escapes to be found across the region, from a boutique hotel in Costa Rica – possibly all too often overlooked by luxury travellers as a budget destination – to a world class resort in Belize, […]

Soak up the luxuries of India’s Pink City

By Madeleine Hann on Jul 22, 2013 in Accommodation, Asia, Attractions, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, India, Regions, Resorts, Travel Miscellany

Jaipur is the capital city of Rajasthan, a northern state of India. It is affectionately known as the “Pink City”, as the walls of Jaipur’s historic City Palace are washed in a vibrant salmon hue. The pink colour was used to create an impression of red sandstone Mughal buildings, and was repainted in 1876 during […]

Got a taste for the sun? 6 ideas to tempt you away

By Maxine Roberts on Jul 22, 2013 in Accommodation, Asia, Barbados, Caribbean, Cyprus, Europe, Florida, Hotels, Maldives, Middle East, North America, Portugal, Regions, Resorts, Spain, USA, Western Europe

The British weather can be so unpredictable, just as we thought summer would never arrive, this month’s glorious sunshine has got us all in the holiday mood. However, as we know only too well, this can be quickly dampened by howling winds and sharp showers leaving many of us wishing we had booked that luxury […]

The top 5 golf courses in South Africa

By Albert van Niekerk on Jul 22, 2013 in Accommodation, Africa, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Regions, Resorts, South Africa, Speciality Travel

Luxury golf estates are quite a common sight in South Africa. Known for it’s majestic landscapes and beautiful wildlife, South Africa has a lot going for it in terms of creating the perfect scenic golf course. It is no wonder that this country has delivered their fair share of golfing legends like Gary Player, Ernie […]

Photograph of the week: Swimming pool at the Four Seasons Kuda Huraa, Maldives

By Paul Johnson on Jul 17, 2013 in Accommodation, Asia, Maldives, Regions, Resorts

This pool and pool bar can be found at the Four Seasons Kuda Huraa in the Maldives, located on its own private island. You arrive at the airport and get whisked away to the hotel on the Four Seasons’ boat; the resort features a variety of accommodation including over-water bungalows (very “Maldives postcard”) and beautiful […]

Suite of the week: The Beach House, Legian Bali, Indonesia

By Paul Johnson on Jul 15, 2013 in Accommodation, Asia, Hotels, Indonesia, Regions, Resorts, Suite of the Week

Suite name: The Beach House, GHM Legian Bali Location: Bali, Indonesia Size of accommodation: 800 sq m Cost per night: IDR 36,450,000 What makes it special: This private beach house is set amidst a walled tropical garden fronting a tranquil stretch of Legian Beach, this one-of-a-kind accommodation offers breathtaking views of the Indian Ocean and a 16 metre infinity edge […]

Top 10 luxury city breaks in Africa

By Paul Johnson on Jul 14, 2013 in Accommodation, Africa, Attractions, Bars, Botswana, Djibouti, Egypt, Featured, Ghana, Going Out, Hotels, Kenya, Morocco, Namibia, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, South Africa, Tanzania

Africa is a continent well known for its vast plains and amazing wildlife, but perhaps less recognised for its potential as an urban getaway. African cities, though, are worthy destinations in their own right and here we round-up 10 of the best African city breaks and hope they might give you an insight into an […]

Top 10 luxury country breaks in Africa

By Paul Johnson on Jul 14, 2013 in Accommodation, Adventure Travel, Africa, Botswana, Celebrities, Featured, Honeymoons, Kenya, Namibia, Regions, Resorts, Seychelles, South Africa, Speciality Travel, Tanzania, Travel Miscellany, Zambia

If you are looking for a rural getaway with a difference, then look no further than Africa – a continent so diverse and beautiful, both in its landscapes and, of course, its flora and fauna. Whether it’s a hot air balloon ride over the Maasai Mara, fly fishing on the Zambezi or simply relaxing on […]

Your own private island, just a short hop from Ibiza

By Paul Johnson on Jul 12, 2013 in Accommodation, Europe, Regions, Resorts, Spain, Western Europe

Just a short boat or helicopter ride from Ibiza, Tagomago Island is described as “one of the most beautiful islands in the Mediterranean”. On the island, you’ll find a single dwelling that can accommodate up to 10 people, a lighthouse, bird reserve, beach and various “toys”, including two jetskis, two rib boats, a Magusta 108 […]

5 places to take your honeymoon in South East Asia

By Alison Crabb on Jul 12, 2013 in Accommodation, Asia, Attractions, Cambodia, China, Going Out, Honeymoons, Hong Kong, Hotels, Laos, Leisure Travel, Regions, Resorts, Speciality Travel, Vietnam

A honeymoon is only supposed to happen once in a lifetime and there is no excuse to not make it a special occasion. Why not head out to South East Asia for fantastic weather, top notch hotels and some memorable sights? You could take a trip to South East Asia where you can enjoy a spa […]

Unearthing Thailand’s luxury accommodation

By Paul Johnson on Jul 09, 2013 in Accommodation, Asia, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Regions, Resorts, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Thailand, Travel Miscellany, Websites

A new website from the Tourism Authority of Thailand, called Thailand Super Quality, is offering travellers a glimpse into Thailand’s premier vacation services. This is a country with a vibrant choice of luxury accommodation, ranging from contemporary designed resorts close to pristine beaches to heritage inspired hotels amidst breathtaking mountain ranges. Here are three of […]

Top 10 luxury country breaks in Europe

By Paul Johnson on Jul 07, 2013 in Accommodation, Austria, Europe, Featured, France, Greece, Hotels, Ireland, Italy, Regions, Resorts, Spain, United Kingdom, Vacation Rentals, Western Europe

If you’re looking to escape the city this Summer, in favour of somewhere more rural, then how about a country getaway in Europe? Here we’ve rounded up 10 of the best plays to stay across the continent where you can truly get away from it all and forget the pressures and stresses of urban life. […]

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