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10 of the best beaches on the planet

By Paul Shipway on Oct 21, 2013 in Africa, Asia, Attractions, Australia, Brazil, Caribbean, Europe, Fiji, Florida, Going Out, Greece, Grenada, New Zealand, North America, Oceania, Philippines, Regions, Seychelles, South America, Thailand, USA, Western Europe

Whether you are looking for a private patch of perfect sand, the best seaside party or a beach you can even enjoy in the rain, our round-up of the best beaches on the planet has something for everyone. If you know of some great beaches too, then feel free to add them in the comments

Some of the best luxury hotels around the world

By Jack Lockyer on Sep 20, 2013 in Accommodation, Africa, Asia, China, Eastern Europe, Europe, Hotels, Indonesia, Middle East, New York, North America, Regions, Resorts, Russia, Seychelles, Thailand, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, USA, Vietnam, Western Europe, Worldwide

If you are planning to charter a private for your holiday this year, you will no doubt be looking to stay in a luxury hotel. All of the major cities and tourist destination have a range of luxury hotels to choose from, but here are some of the best luxury hotels in the world that

5 luxury holidays you have to try at least once

By Andrea Crome on Aug 31, 2013 in Africa, Featured, Middle East, Nevada, North America, Regions, Seychelles, United Arab Emirates, USA, Worldwide

Luxury holidays aren’t just about staying in an excellent hotel or visiting a beautiful destination; the real luxury comes from the whole experience and the sense of fulfilment you get to take home with you when your holiday comes to an end. Here are five types of luxury holiday you have to try at least

Top quirky sights in the Seychelles

By Matthew Coe on Jul 23, 2013 in Africa, Attractions, Going Out, Regions, Seychelles

The Seychelles is famed for its luscious beaches and tropical foliage, but it is also a landscape filled with all manner of unusual sights and sounds. From ancient examples of architecture to some of the world’s most unusual creatures, those travelling to the Seychelles will be awed by the variety of sights on offer. We’ve grouped

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

Family fun at Desroches Island: kayaking, fishing and even tortoise feeding

By Paul Johnson on Jun 05, 2013 in Accommodation, Africa, Family Travel, Leisure Travel, Regions, Resorts, Seychelles, Speciality Travel

Desroches Island, the luxurious remote island in the Seychelles, is set to launch Kids’ Haven, to provide its younger guests with inspiring, exciting and unusual experiences and activities. Kids’ Haven launches on 1st June 2013 with a selection of stimulating and exhilarating activities for children and teens including fishing, kayaking, skills learning and tortoise feeding.

Luxury family escapes: 5 of the world's most unique experiences

By Maxine Roberts on Apr 10, 2013 in Accommodation, Adventure Travel, Africa, Asia, Bahamas, Caribbean, Europe, Family Travel, Featured, Greece, Hotels, Regions, Resorts, Seychelles, South Africa, Speciality Travel, Thailand, Western Europe

With such busy lifestyles, there is no comparable luxury than spending quality time together as a family. Searching for the right family holiday can be an overwhelming task, particularly if you are looking for a range of engaging activities to occupy your children. Here are some inspirational ideas to help you narrow down the right

Top 10 places in Africa to take your loved one this Valentine's

By Paul Johnson on Feb 08, 2013 in Accommodation, Africa, Djibouti, Featured, Honeymoons, Hotels, Kenya, Leisure Travel, Morocco, Mozambique, Namibia, Regions, Resorts, Seychelles, South Africa, Speciality Travel, Zambia

There are few places more romantic than Africa… why not forget Paris and escape to somewhere a little more exciting this Valentine’s Day. Here we present to you 10 wonderful – yet exceptionally varied – ideas that will give you a Valentine’s break you’re sure to remember for years to come… Djibouti Palace Kempinski, Djibouti

Top 10 most extravagant private island resorts

By Tom Marchant on Feb 05, 2013 in Accommodation, Africa, Asia, Australia, Bahamas, British Virgin Islands, Caribbean, Europe, Fiji, Indonesia, Maldives, Oceania, Pacific Islands, Regions, Resorts, Seychelles, Spain, Western Europe, Worldwide

Privacy and exclusivity often rank high on a luxury traveller’s list of priorities. For those looking for something truly indulgent, discrete and filled with luxury, we have compiled a list of the most extravagant private island resorts in the world. These islands offer the ultimate in privacy and exclusivity. Beginning at a paltry £100,000 and

Deluxe your detox in the Seychelles

By Victoria Brenner on Jan 29, 2013 in Accommodation, Africa, Regions, Resorts, Seychelles, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel

With 2013 well under way, many of us are finding our resolve for keeping New Year resolutions coming under pressure. Post-Christmas detoxes are under threat from the recent cold weather, back-to-work blues and long dark evenings. So what could be better than escaping to warmer climes and giving your detox a boost with a taste

The top 20 most expensive hotels in the world

By Paul Johnson on Sep 17, 2012 in Accommodation, Africa, Asia, Australia, Bhutan, Cambodia, Caribbean, Europe, Hotels, Italy, Japan, Maldives, Middle East, Morocco, Oceania, Pacific Islands, Regions, Seychelles, Turks and Caicos, United Arab Emirates, Western Europe, Worldwide

Luxury-Hotels.com has conducted a survey that identifies the most expensive hotels in the world. The findings came from an analysis of average room rates for standard double rooms in hotels around the world during the June to August 2012 summer season. Interestingly, half of the top 10 most expensive hotels in the world are all

A luxury holiday in the Seychelles

By Sean Thompson on Apr 04, 2012 in Africa, Leisure Travel, Regions, Seychelles, Speciality Travel

If you’re looking for the perfect place for a luxurious and relaxing getaway, then look no further than the Seychelles. With one hundred and fifteen islands to choose from – forty-three ‘inner’ and seventy-two ‘outer’ ones, to be precise – there is also a lot more to do than you’d think… Of course, one major

The world's 4 most luxurious villa holidays, from VIP Villas

By Paul Johnson on Mar 07, 2012 in Accommodation, Africa, Antigua and Barbuda, Barbados, Caribbean, Regions, Seychelles, Vacation Rentals

With so many holiday villas to choose from it’s a hard task finding four that can truly carry the word luxury in their description. This list courtesy of VIP Villas was narrowed first by destination because you may have a fantastic villa but, if the location isn’t just right, it can’t be called ‘luxury’. 1.

Luxury for passengers of stricken Costa Allegra

By Paul Johnson on Feb 28, 2012 in Accommodation, Africa, Cruises & Boat Travel, Regions, Resorts, Seychelles, Speciality Travel

Passengers from the stricken liner, Costa Allegra, left adrift in the Indian Ocean after a fire on board, are being shipped to the luxurious Desroches Island in the Seychelles, and to safety. Desroches Island has been chosen as a sanctuary for distressed passengers from the ship due to its ability to facilitate them comfortably. Desroches

More bad news for Costa Cruises - fire on board one of their ships

By Paul Johnson on Feb 27, 2012 in Africa, Cruises & Boat Travel, Regions, Seychelles, Speciality Travel

There’s more bad news for Costa Cruises. A fire has reportedly broken out on Costa Allegra – a vessel from the same fleet as the ill-fated Costa Concordia which sank last month. Early indications are that the generators caught fire and that it took a few hours until the flames were extinguished. The ship is

Top 10 new luxury hotels for 2012

By Carole Booth on Jan 30, 2012 in Accommodation, Africa, Asia, Europe, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Malaysia, Maldives, Middle East, Regions, Resorts, Seychelles, Spain, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, United Arab Emirates, Western Europe, Worldwide

Jumeirah Vittaveli, Maldives Having opened in December 2011 Jumeirah Vittaveli is already gathering outstanding reviews and it’s little wonder with the Beach Villa lead-in room types spanning an interior of a whopping 184 sq m. It’s space, comfort and luxury all the way as each villa comes with its own private L-shaped swimming pool with

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