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Top 10 unusual things to do in New York City

By Matthew Coe on Jan 28, 2013 in Attractions, Events, Featured, Going Out, Leisure Travel, New York, North America, Regions, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, USA

For many, New York is a ‘must’. Its legendary skyscrapers, cuisine and entertainment rival that of any other place in the world. No matter what time of year you visit, be it in the hot summer or enchanting winter, you are promised an unforgettable holiday. But besides the obvious, what is there to do in […]

7 ways not to irritate your fellow passengers when flying

By Paul Johnson on Jan 25, 2013 in Air Travel, Featured, Speciality Travel

We spoke to the people at Fly.co.uk about what really irritates passengers when they travel by air. A little thought for your fellow travellers can go a long way so here are 7 top tips on how not to irritate them when flying. Of course, there are lots more – feel free to post a […]

Top 10 luxury travel gifts for Valentine’s

By Paul Johnson on Jan 24, 2013 in Accessories, Clothing, Europe, Featured, Gadgets, Italy, Luggage, Regions, Road Travel, Speciality Travel, Travel Equipment, United Kingdom, Western Europe, Worldwide

Our top 10 Christmas round-up of gift ideas proved to be such a huge success that we thought we’d run with something similar for Valentine’s Day. Whether you are buying for him or for her, we hope you’ll find something here to give you inspiration. And so, without further ado, here are 10 luxurious ideas […]

Photograph of the week: Embracing technology in Southeast Asia

By Paul Johnson on Jan 23, 2013 in Asia, Featured, Gadgets, Regions, Travel Equipment

Travellers sometimes unnecessarily fret that visiting Southeast Asia will cut them off from all modern conveniences that their homes offer, but that is simply not the case. In fact, luxury hotels in Southeast Asia offer most of the same amenities that they do elsewhere like flat-screen televisions, satellite cable access, Wi-Fi, state-of-the-art exercise equipment, round-the-clock business […]

Extravagance in the Alps: 4 of Europe’s most luxurious ski lodges

By Dan Balchin on Jan 21, 2013 in Accommodation, Europe, Featured, France, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Switzerland, Vacation Rentals, Western Europe

Skiing can be a pretty glamorous experience from the outset (if you ignore the pulled muscles and slushy boots of course), but if you’re heading out to the slopes this season and want to go the extra mile when it comes to accommodation, then you may be in need of some inspiration. Whether you’re looking […]

The most romantic restaurants in the world

By Sam Richardson on Jan 19, 2013 in Africa, British Virgin Islands, Caribbean, Europe, Featured, Food and Drink, France, Going Out, Greece, Morocco, New Zealand, Oceania, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

If the cliché dinner by candlelight is not enough for what you have in mind, then you might want to check out some of the most romantic restaurants in the world. For the guys, whether you are planning on the big proposal or you would like to give your woman a special date for her birthday, these are […]

4 special ideas for a luxury Valentine’s Day in Paris

By Magali Déchelette on Jan 15, 2013 in Europe, Featured, France, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Regions, Restaurants, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

Trust me, a romantic getaway in Paris for Valentine’s Day is far from being just another cheesy cliché… The City of Love has way more to offer than the obvious, traditional things, like romantic strolls at sundown along the banks of the Seine, or candlelit dinners by the Eiffel Tower (although these are certainly boxes […]

The best resort in the world

By Madeleine Hann on Jan 14, 2013 in Accommodation, Asia, Featured, Hotels, India, Regions, Resorts

The Oberoi Udaivilas was ranked as ‘The Best Resort in the World’ by the Readers Service Award 2012. Last year alone, it was also recognized by Condè Nast readers as the ‘Top Hotel in India’, and the ‘Top Hotel in Asia’ by the readers of Travel and Leisure. The Oberoi Udavilas is nestled on the banks […]

7 top tips to running a successful travel blog

By Paul Johnson on Jan 07, 2013 in A Luxury Travel Blog, Featured, Travel Miscellany

I’m often being emailed for tips by people starting out with a travel blog, but replying to those emails can be a little time-consuming. For this reason, I’ve decided to jot down my thoughts in a blog post – this way I can simply refer any future similar enquiries here, and hopefully some aspects of […]

10 restaurants worth travelling for

By Matthew Coe on Jan 04, 2013 in Africa, Asia, California, Caribbean, Featured, Food and Drink, Going Out, Maldives, Middle East, New York, North America, Regions, Restaurants, South Africa, Travel Miscellany, Turks and Caicos, United Arab Emirates, USA, Worldwide

For many people, food is one of the defining features of a holiday. It can make or break a vacation, depending on what experience you have. But with only a limited amount of time to choose, it can often be a daunting task trying to decide where to eat. We’ve compiled a list of the best restaurants worth […]

To infinity & beyond – Asia’s top 5 infinity pools

By Chinmoy Lad on Jan 04, 2013 in Accommodation, Asia, China, Featured, Hong Kong, Hotels, Indonesia, Leisure Travel, Regions, Resorts, Singapore, Speciality Travel, Thailand

There was once a time when infinity pools were a novelty. In recent years, they have become the standard, and any new hotel worth its salt will have one. But despite the abundance of infinity pools in hotels nowadays, let’s face it – some do it better than others. If you’re touring Asia and an […]

If money was no object, where would you choose to travel in 2013 and why?

By Paul Johnson on Jan 01, 2013 in Featured, Regions, Worldwide

We put the following question to our Twitter followers: If money was no object, where would you choose to travel in 2013 and why? And here are just some of your responses: @luxury__travel to Paris, Italy and South Africa, From storming Faubourg saint-honoré shops, REAL pizza in Naples and a REAL safari!! :D @keyong92 @luxury__travel […]

3 great sporting events not to miss in Europe in 2013

By Paul Johnson on Dec 28, 2012 in Accommodation, Europe, Events, Featured, France, Hotels, Monaco, Regions, Russia, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

2012 saw some great sporting events in Europe – most notably the UEFA Euro 2012 in Poland and Ukraine, and – of course – the London 2012 Olympics. And 2013 will also be a great year for catching some unique sporting events across the continent. The Six Nations Championship is looming, and the Rugby League […]

Special feature: The Roxburghe Hotel & Golf Course, Kelso, Scotland

By Judy Johnson on Dec 18, 2012 in Accommodation, Europe, Featured, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Restaurants, Special Features, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe

The wonderful welcome from Robyn at reception is typical of the staff at the Roxburghe. Always at hand, always willing, yet never interfering. This wonderful Georgian house, owned by the Duke of Roxburghe, is situated on the banks of the River Teviot. This river, together with the Tweed where the Duke also has beats available […]

Top 10 last minute luxury travel gifts for Christmas

By Paul Johnson on Dec 17, 2012 in Accessories, Clothing, Featured, Luggage, Travel Equipment

Christmas is a desperately hectic time for many of us. If you’ve left things to the last minute and are still seeking to buy the ideal Christmas gift for that special someone who already has almost everything, then perhaps you’ll find the perfect item from our last minute luxury travel gift ideas. Here’s a round-up […]

Morocco made easy: the Sofitel Agadir Thalassa Sea and Spa Hotel

By Harriet Dedman on Dec 14, 2012 in Accommodation, Africa, Featured, Going Out, Hotels, Morocco, Regions, Restaurants, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel

Agadir’s new kid on the block, the Sofitel Agadir Thalassa Sea and Spa, is indulgent, elegant, and oh so impressive, striking a mellow and tranquil chord against the smouldering backdrop of this dusty, Atlantic-coast city. Fresh from the exotic, piquant and chaotic haze of Agadir airport, I arrived at the cool, subtle opulence of the […]

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