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5 fabulous seaside resorts in Phuket

By Carolyn O'Donnell on Jun 03, 2015 in Accommodation, Asia, Clubs, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, Speciality Travel, Thailand, Travel Miscellany

With sea, sun and Champagne, Thailand’s largest island has evolved into a destination travellers return to again and again, with European trends and local hospitality converging to produce what has been called “Riviera spirit”. The wonderful beaches, friendly people and local attractions such as the Old Town still attract a wide range of visitors, but […]

5 exciting dining experiences for you to try in Reykjavik, Iceland

By Laura Lynch on Jun 01, 2015 in Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Iceland, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

Not too many years ago, Iceland faced an economic recession that threatened to put restaurants out of business due to the inability to obtain expensive imported ingredients. Out of necessity, chefs turned to locally-grown and raised ingredients and the resulting culinary innovation has turned up the heat on fine dining in the capital city of […]

5 unusual facts you probably didn’t know about Carmel-by-the-Sea

By Ron Stern on May 31, 2015 in Attractions, California, Food and Drink, Going Out, North America, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, USA

Visitors to this sleepy California coastal town come for the fresh sea air, charming English-style architecture, white sand beach, cozy inns and great food. Situated on a hill overlooking the Pacific Ocean with towering pine and cypress trees, Carmel by the Sea has a distinctive natural beauty all its own. Lurking just below the surface, […]

6 of the most authentic restaurants in London

By Olivier Templar-James on May 31, 2015 in Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe

As one of the most vibrant and eclectic cities in the world, London treats its visitors and inhabitants to a staggeringly diverse and tantalising range of dining options. Because of its cosmopolitan nature, London truly transcends the usual high dining standards of a capital and can easily compete with gastronomic giants such as New York […]

5 of the best luxury experiences in Zurich, Switzerland

By Leah DeAngelis on May 30, 2015 in Accommodation, Attractions, Bars, Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Regions, Restaurants, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Switzerland, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

Known as one of the top cities in the world with the best quality of life, Zurich is located in central Europe, in the heart of Switzerland. An excellent public transportation system that will get you from the airport to downtown in ten minutes makes it easy to enjoy an extended layover. If you are […]

5 luxury vegan experiences in Siem Reap

By Paul Eyers on May 27, 2015 in Asia, Cambodia, Food and Drink, Going Out, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany

Siem Reap in Cambodia is home to the ruins of the ancient Khmer city of Angkor which include famous sights such as Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom and Ta Prohm (the magical ruins overgrown by giant trees where Tomb Raider was filmed). It’s hot, dusty and busy; yet it’s an amazing travel destination that will leave […]

Bruges: Belgium’s capital of fine dining

By Paola Fiocchi Van den Brande on May 25, 2015 in Belgium, Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

The small Belgian town of Bruges is an enchanting place of medieval buildings, narrow cobblestone streets and romantic canals. It also has an exceptional culinary scene, with many outstanding restaurants run by some of the world’s top chefs and a total of eight Michelin-starred restaurants. Of the three restaurants in Belgium which have received the […]

New York’s best pancakes

By Hilary Stockton on May 19, 2015 in Food and Drink, Going Out, New York, North America, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, USA

Brunch in NYC is a favorite weekend meal for couples, families, friends and visitors. And while it’s possible to eat everything from Chinese dim sum to lobster eggs benedict or even carbonara pizza for brunch in NYC, a great plate of pancakes is one of our all time favorite brunch comfort foods. Here are our […]

European cheat sheet for wonderful, winey weekend in Napa, CA

By Janice Nieder on May 18, 2015 in Accommodation, Attractions, California, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, North America, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, USA

If you’re planning a trip to San Francisco and you’d like to add on a couple of relaxing days to experience wine country but you’re in the throes of a dilemma trying to choose between the different regions, to say nothing of the hundreds of wineries, then the short answer is choose Napa. Napa is […]

Lima’s top luxury restaurants

By Zach Smith on May 15, 2015 in Food and Drink, Going Out, Peru, Regions, Restaurants, South America, Travel Miscellany

Lima is swiftly becoming one of the most elite restaurant destinations in the world. This is a short list of some of the most acclaimed restaurants in Lima. With the exception of Chez Wong, all of these restaurants are located in the trendy Miraflores district. All of these restaurants strive to showcase unique Peruvian ingredients. […]

6 secrets of the Maldives

By Colin Matthews on May 13, 2015 in Accommodation, Adventure Travel, Air Travel, Asia, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Maldives, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, Speciality Travel

The Maldives is one of the world’s most romantic destinations, but you’d be forgiven for not knowing it can also be a place, where even the most avid adventurer would be at home. The Maldives is renowned for its luxurious resorts that offer intimate settings, but it’s also home to breath-taking dive sights, deserted islands, […]

Top 5 restaurants in Rioja, Spain

By Luis Lechuga on May 03, 2015 in Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Regions, Restaurants, Spain, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

La Rioja is Spain´s second-smallest Autonomous Community (after the Canary Islands). Despite this, the tiny province located in northern Spain is recognized worldwide thanks to its incredible wines. It is important to know that the Rioja wine-producing region does not consist solely of the region of La Rioja. It spreads itself through Rioja as well […]

6 luxurious experiences in Munich

By Leah DeAngelis on Apr 30, 2015 in Accommodation, Attractions, Clubs, Europe, Germany, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Restaurants, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

When you think of Munich, some of the first things that might come to mind are Oktoberfest, lederhosen, and the blue and white checked Bavarian flag. While Munich has the charm of a cozy Bavarian hamlet, it’s full of the hustle and bustle of a thriving metropolis. The prosperous capitol of Bavaria has one foot […]

Tuscan connoisseurs wanted: your very own castle, world-class golf course and Michelin-starred chef

By Sage Russell on Apr 30, 2015 in Accommodation, Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Italy, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

Halfway between the Tuscan jewels of Pisa and Florence, there is a smooth, wide valley framed by fields of silver wheat, rows of vineyard grapes and thick swatches of undisturbed forest. Perched at the high point of a ridge above the valley is a tall, stone castle. The castle is 800 years old. It sits […]

7 of the best restaurants in London

By Rikke Mikkelsen on Apr 30, 2015 in Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe

“First we eat, then we do everything else.”- M.F.K. Fisher From top-notch venues run by the likes of Heston Blumenthal and Gordon Ramsay to innovative and upcoming eateries, London is the place to go if food is your thing. We bring to you a list of some of the best restaurants of the city. Book […]

10 Javanese experiences not to be missed

By Paul Eyers on Apr 29, 2015 in Accommodation, Asia, Attractions, Going Out, Hotels, Indonesia, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants

Quite simply, Java is the heart of Indonesia; go here to soak up the culture and the natural beauty; mingle with the locals, absorb sights, smells and sounds you’ve never experienced and you’ll begin to understand a little bit about this amazing island. Java is a luxury destination with heart, soul, culture and beauty at […]

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