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12 of the dreamiest pool villas on the planet

By Spencer Groves on Dec 31, 2015 in Accommodation, Africa, Antigua and Barbuda, Asia, Barbados, Caribbean, Europe, Greece, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Maldives, Middle East, Oman, Regions, Resorts, Saint Lucia, Seychelles, Speciality Travel, Thailand, United Arab Emirates, Western Europe

Discerning travellers are becoming increasingly hard to impress; impeccable service, fancy bathroom toiletries and spacious rooms are all taken for granted when you stay at a 5-star hotel. But there’s one room type that even the most hard-to-please globetrotters still get excited about: the pool villa. There’s something about staying somewhere with your very own

4 destinations to embrace the holiday spirit (rum)

By Diana Cherry on Sep 30, 2015 in Africa, Barbados, Caribbean, Food and Drink, Jamaica, Mauritius, Regions, Seychelles, Travel Miscellany

Stunning white sandy beaches, clear crystal blue waters – what better way to relax and get into the holiday spirit…..by getting into the holiday spirits! As well as the stunning scenery, first class service, idyllic views some of our favourite island destinations seem to have one thing in common – their love of rum! Here

5 getaways where a carry-on is all you need

By Michael Wilkens on Sep 14, 2015 in Asia, California, Europe, Fiji, Indonesia, Italy, North America, Oceania, Regions, Seychelles, USA, Western Europe

Sometimes you just need to get away from it all, even if it’s just for a long weekend. These are the trips that refresh and rejuvenate your soul – so don’t let them to break your back with a heavy bag. Your revitalization should begin when you pack and continue as you walk past the

Top 5 sexiest Summer pools

By Chinmoy Lad on Aug 07, 2015 in Accommodation, Africa, Asia, Fiji, Hotels, Indonesia, Leisure Travel, Oceania, Regions, Resorts, Seychelles, Speciality Travel, Thailand

It is common in many of the world’s best tropical hotels and resorts to have private pools, but from our extensive travels, we’ve realised that it’s just as rewarding relaxing at a resort’s main pool – in a few cases such as the below, more so! So we’ve created a list of the resorts where

The best all inclusive hotels in the Seychelles

By Matthew Coe on Jul 18, 2015 in Accommodation, Africa, Hotels, Regions, Resorts, Seychelles, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel

The Seychelles specialises in decadence, and is constantly redefining the meaning of luxury. This is partly due to its natural splendour, including its endless white sandy beaches and sparkling turquoise waters, but also because of the slew of luxurious all inclusive hotels which inhabit the Seychelles. Here’s a list of our favourite all inclusive hotels

Photograph of the week: Sunrise in the Seychelles

By Paul Johnson on Feb 18, 2015 in Africa, Regions, Seychelles

Many people visit the Seychelles for a relaxing beach holiday, complete with lengthy lie-ins, casual strolls on the sand, or lazing on the beach under the tropical afternoon sun. However, for those willing to sacrifice a bit of sleep, the Seychelles are also home to some of the world’s most spectacular sunrises, such as this

Photograph of the week: A luxury Seychelles ‘toes-in-the-sand’ dinner

By Paul Johnson on Dec 10, 2014 in Accommodation, Africa, Regions, Resorts, Seychelles

The Seychelles always conjures up dreamy images of untouched white sand beaches privately enclosed by palm trees, glorious granite outcrops and the most pristine azure blue waters. The rich and famous have often chosen the Seychelles as their isolated tropical destination for romantic escapes, honeymoons, private holidays and exclusive pampering, and with this picture of

Top 10 most romantic luxury honeymoon destinations

By Tom Barber on Nov 17, 2014 in Accommodation, Africa, Asia, Botswana, California, Caribbean, Europe, Greece, Guadeloupe, Honeymoons, Hotels, Indonesia, Italy, Leisure Travel, Maldives, Mexico, New Zealand, North America, Oceania, Regions, Resorts, Seychelles, Speciality Travel, USA, Western Europe

Chances are that newly-weds would feel the love even if they spent their honeymoon in a caravan in a parking lot, but most tend to set their sights a little higher. Here are our top ten tips for the most romantic luxury destinations for post-wedded bliss, and without even a car park in sight. Sumba

8 of the world's 'ultra luxe' bathrooms

By Holly McQueen on Oct 09, 2014 in Accommodation, Africa, Asia, Austria, Europe, France, Hotels, Italy, Leisure Travel, Maldives, Regions, Resorts, Seychelles, South Africa, Speciality Travel, Tanzania, Western Europe

We spend a lot of time in the bathroom. A good bathroom is a necessity, a beautiful bathroom is a luxury, but the following bathrooms, are just out of this world. I like to put them in the ‘Ultra Luxe’ box. A section of the ‘marketing mix’ which has been thoroughly thought about and is

3 favourite private island hotspots

By Holly McQueen on Sep 30, 2014 in Accommodation, Africa, Asia, Maldives, Regions, Resorts, Seychelles

Just this month Conde Nast released the winners of their ‘Readers Travel Award’ destinations, as voted for by you. After 3 years the Maldives are back in prime position, which is great news. The Maldives is often an alternative for non-skiers looking for winter sun, hotly followed by the Seychelles, Barbados and Hawaiian Islands. Here

Recipe of the week: Baby octopus tempura

By Paul Johnson on Sep 19, 2014 in Accommodation, Africa, Food and Drink, Regions, Resorts, Seychelles, Travel Miscellany

Served with fruit tartar sauce and creole coconut chutney, savour this feather-light battered, baby octopus tempura with a unique flavour. Imagine the lightest, and crispiest coating of flavours enveloping the tender octopus and this would be it. Octopus, is a low calorie, lean seafood making it a good way to get your protein without adding

Business class with Qatar Airways, cocktails in Cuba, the beautiful Four Seasons Seychelles and a little R&R in Nantucket

By Paul Johnson on Jun 10, 2014 in Accommodation, Africa, Air Travel, Business Travel, Caribbean, Cuba, Hotels, Massachusetts, Middle East, North America, Qatar, Regions, Resorts, Seychelles, Speciality Travel, USA

Wow… another month has gone by which means it’s high time for me to provide an update from my fellow members of the Luxury Travel Blog Network. How time flies when you’re having fun! Whilst I’ve been exploring Athens and, at the tail end of month, been to Shanghai (links yet to come), here’s what

The 25 best beaches in the world

By Paul Johnson on Mar 21, 2014 in Africa, Asia, Australia, Brazil, British Virgin Islands, Caribbean, Central America, Costa Rica, Cuba, Europe, Greece, Hawaii, India, Italy, Mexico, North America, Oceania, Philippines, Puerto Rico, Regions, Seychelles, South Africa, South America, Spain, Turks and Caicos, United Kingdom, USA, Western Europe

Ever wondered what are considered to be the best beaches on the planet? According to online reviewers on Tripadvisor, the best beach in the world – where even the sharks are supposedly friendly – is in Brazil. Baia do Sancho lies on the fantasy archipelago of Fernando de Noronha, Brazil, just a short flight from Sao

Top 10 white-sand beaches in the world

By Pierre Fortier on Dec 20, 2013 in Accommodation, Africa, Asia, Attractions, Australia, Caribbean, Cuba, Europe, Going Out, Guadeloupe, Hawaii, Honeymoons, Italy, Leisure Travel, Malaysia, North America, Oceania, Pacific Islands, Philippines, Regions, Resorts, Seychelles, Speciality Travel, USA, Western Europe, Worldwide

Does cold weather have you dreaming of a warm beach in an exotic location? Sun, sand, and surf tempt the winter-weary to enjoy marvelous fun and relaxation. Where the sparkling water meets gorgeous white sand, the penultimate imagination of paradise beckons. Here’s a look at ten of the best white sand beaches from around the

10 of the absolutely dreamiest beach resorts in the world

By Pierre Fortier on Dec 05, 2013 in Accommodation, Africa, Asia, Australia, Brazil, Caribbean, Europe, Fiji, Greece, Hotels, Maldives, Mexico, North America, Oceania, Regions, Resorts, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Seychelles, South America, Thailand, Turks and Caicos, Western Europe

Oh, relaxing on exotic beaches, taking in the sun and surf, with sand between your toes and a drink in hand. All the better, of course, when put together with an incredibly luxurious beach resort, complete with world-class accommodations and service. We scoured the globe for some of the dreamiest destinations, so before you plan

The top 10 places to visit in 2014

By Paul Johnson on Nov 13, 2013 in Africa, Antarctic, Asia, Australia, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Caribbean, China, Cuba, Eastern Europe, Europe, France, Illinois, India, Japan, Latvia, Macedonia, Malawi, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, North America, Oceania, Pacific Islands, Polar Regions, Regions, Seychelles, South Africa, South America, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Texas, United Kingdom, USA, Western Europe, Worldwide, Zambia, Zimbabwe

Lonely Planet’s “travel experts” have come up with three lists for where to visit in 2014. The top 10 cities to visit in 2014, the top 10 countries to visit in 2014 and the top 10 regions to visit in 2014. I do feel it lacks credibility when one of the “countries” they list is

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