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Luxury travel news this week

Luxury travel news this week

By on Jan 13, 2019 in Air Travel, Asia, Cruises & Boat Travel, Featured, Health & Safety, Japan, Middle East, Regions, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, United Arab Emirates
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
The top places to visit in 2019 according to Rough Guides

The top places to visit in 2019 according to Rough Guides

By on Jan 08, 2019 in Africa, Argentina, Asia, Central America, China, Europe, Featured, Ireland, Kyrgyzstan, Norway, Panama, Regions, Rwanda, South Africa, South America, United Kingdom, Western Europe
Rough Guides has announced its annual list of must-see destinations. A team of expert writers and editors have recommended a list of 19 places that it would be best to see in 2019. The list comprises 8 top towns and cities, 6 top regions, and 5 top countries. Below is a selection of the Rough
10 good intentions for A Luxury Travel Blog in 2019... plus your suggestions, please!

10 good intentions for A Luxury Travel Blog in 2019... plus your suggestions, please!

By on Jan 01, 2019 in A Luxury Travel Blog, Featured, Travel Miscellany
Happy New Year! We hope all our readers have had a very Merry Christmas and are looking forward to the year ahead. We also want to thank you for your past support and take this opportunity to share with you some of our plans for the site for the year ahead. 2019 is set to
18 of the most-read luxury travel stories of 2018

18 of the most-read luxury travel stories of 2018

By on Dec 25, 2018 in A Luxury Travel Blog, Featured, Travel Miscellany
With the New Year just around the corner, we thought we’d celebrate yet another successful year for A Luxury Travel Blog (we are now entering our 14th year of running the blog!) by looking back on the past 12 months and sharing with you our 18 most popular stories from 2018. These are the most
Imagine... a luxury home from home in Cyprus, just metres from the sea

Imagine... a luxury home from home in Cyprus, just metres from the sea

By on Dec 24, 2018 in Accommodation, Cyprus, Featured, Going Out, Middle East, Regions, Restaurants, Vacation Rentals
After staying at Chloe Villa on the outskirts of Protaras, we moved to another Imagine Villas property, closer to the town centre of this eastern Cyprus resort. Referenced as property ME16 on their website, this luxurious 4-bedroom villa enjoys sea views from a quiet residential setting just a short walk from Protaras centre and the
Luxury travel news this week

Luxury travel news this week

By on Dec 23, 2018 in Asia, Australia, California, China, Cruises & Boat Travel, Europe, Events, Featured, Gadgets, North America, Oceania, Regions, Space Travel, Speciality Travel, Travel Equipment, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, USA, 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
Top 10 luxury travel gifts for her this Christmas (US & Canada edition)

Top 10 luxury travel gifts for her this Christmas (US & Canada edition)

By on Dec 10, 2018 in Accessories, Clothing, Featured, Gadgets, Luggage, Photography, Travel Equipment
Find your travel companion the perfect gift this Christmas from this wonderful selection of luxury treats. The lead-up to Christmas can often be a stressful period but hopefully some of the ideas presented here will help to alleviate the perennial dilemma of what to buy. Whether she prefers to wrap up warm around the fire
Top 10 luxury travel gifts for him this Christmas (US & Canada edition)

Top 10 luxury travel gifts for him this Christmas (US & Canada edition)

By on Dec 09, 2018 in Accessories, Canada, Clothing, Featured, Gadgets, Luggage, North America, Photography, Regions, Travel Equipment, USA
Can’t think want to buy him this Christmas? Don’t despair… help is at hand! With our gift guide for the festive season, you’ll find all manner of ideas of the man in your life who loves to travel – from a stylish watch inspired by one of the America’s most iconic landmarks to the ultimate
Top 10 luxury travel gifts for her this Christmas (UK & Europe edition)

Top 10 luxury travel gifts for her this Christmas (UK & Europe edition)

By on Dec 08, 2018 in Accessories, Clothing, Featured, Gadgets, Luggage, Photography, Travel Equipment
Still looking for the perfect gift for your significant other this Christmas?  If the lady in your life loves to travel but is difficult to buy for, then look no further than our luxury travel gift guide.  With everything from snug wraps to keep you warm through Winter or keep you cosy on your travels
Top 10 luxury travel gifts for him this Christmas (UK & Europe edition)

Top 10 luxury travel gifts for him this Christmas (UK & Europe edition)

By on Dec 07, 2018 in Accessories, Clothing, Featured, Food and Drink, Gadgets, Luggage, Photography, Travel Equipment, Travel Miscellany
The festive season is upon us which of course means the pressure is on to find the perfect gift. The task of Christmas gift-giving is not always an easy one – especially if he already seems to have everything – so we hope our list helps you out! From a Harrods hamper packed with luxury
Luxury travel news this week

Luxury travel news this week

By on Dec 02, 2018 in Africa, Antarctic, Arctic, Cruises & Boat Travel, Europe, Events, Featured, Madagascar, Middle East, Norway, Polar Regions, Qatar, Regions, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, 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
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
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,
Luxury travel news this week

Luxury travel news this week

By on Nov 18, 2018 in Air Travel, Austria, Cruises & Boat Travel, Europe, Featured, Regions, Speciality Travel, 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
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
Luxury travel treats: MX4 mountain bike from Ridgeback, jackets from Simply Hike and Helly Hansen, and more

Luxury travel treats: MX4 mountain bike from Ridgeback, jackets from Simply Hike and Helly Hansen, and more

By on Nov 14, 2018 in Accessories, Clothing, Featured, Gadgets, Luggage, Photography, Travel Equipment
We have a great round-up of products to share with you this week – everything from bags to bikes. Whether you’re heading out to explore the outdoors, wanting to wrap up warm for the forthcoming ski season or currently in the market for travel-friendly apparel or an affordable digital camera, we have a slew of