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January Sale from ITC Classics

By Paul Johnson on Jan 23, 2009 in Accommodation, Antigua and Barbuda, Asia, Caribbean, Indonesia, Leisure Travel, Maldives, Middle East, Regions, Resorts, Saint Lucia, Special Offers & Packages, Speciality Travel, Thailand, Travel Miscellany, Turks and Caicos, United Arab Emirates, Worldwide

Still not yet decided where to go this year? Maybe luxury travel specialists ITC Classics will give you some inspiration. Here’s a selection of ideas from their January Sale: Indian Ocean Diva, Maldives Stay 7 nights and only pay for 5, plus book more than 45 days in advance and receive an extra […]

Bali’s newest super-luxury beachfront villa estate

By Paul Johnson on Jan 21, 2009 in Accommodation, Asia, Indonesia, Leisure Travel, Regions, Resorts, Speciality Travel

Situated at Pererenan, a largely deserted stretch of beach 25 minutes by car from Bali’s sophisticated and cosmopolitan shopping, dining and clubbing, the new Pantai Lima estate comprises five luxurious beachfront villas and 70 staff to wait on your every need. Each villa has been uniquely created by French designers Gaelle Echene and Charles Pelletier, […]

Coming soon: a new Raffles resort in Bali

By Paul Johnson on Jan 09, 2009 in Accommodation, Asia, Indonesia, Real Estate, Regions, Resorts

Located along the scenic Jimbaran coast, Raffles Resort Amartha will feature a resort comprising approximately 85 villas and 25 Raffles Residences for private ownership. Occupying a sprawling 11 hectares, Raffles Resort Amartha is built to resemble a Water Palace, with inspiration drawn from classical Javanese-Hindu architecture and style, characterised by open spaces, water features and […]

Interview with Kevin May of Travolution

By Paul Johnson on May 20, 2008 in Africa, Asia, Cambodia, Egypt, India, Indonesia, Interviews, Magazines, Mexico, Nepal, New Zealand, North America, Oceania, Peru, Regions, South America, Travel Equipment, Travel Literature, Travel Miscellany, Vietnam, Websites

Kevin May is editor of Travolution, an industry-focussed magazine for online travel and division of Reed Business Information. It consists of a blog, e-news service and a physical magazine, and is a leader in its field with an advisory board that comprises some of the biggest names in the travel industry. What is it […]

An alternative luxury experience in Bali

By Paul Johnson on Feb 18, 2008 in Accommodation, Asia, Indonesia, Regions, Resorts

If you are looking for something different from your next luxury vacation, then spare a thought for the world’s only interactive elephant experience. The Elephant Safari Park Lodge in Bali opens on 1st March 2008, and gives its guests the opportunity to live among 27 endangered, indigenous Sumatran elephants and, by doing so, to […]

Suite of the week: Dalem Jiwo Suite at Amanjiwo, Central Java

By Paul Johnson on Aug 13, 2007 in Accommodation, Asia, Indonesia, Regions, Resorts, Suite of the Week

Suite name: Dalem Jiwo Suite Resort: Amanjiwo, Central Java Size of accommodation: 1,300 sq m Cost per night: £1,278 per night (Rates are subject to 10% service charge and 11% government tax. Rates include airport transfer.) What makes it special? Amanjiwo is set in the countryside of Central Java with clear views of Borobudur, […]

World’s sexiest beaches

By Paul Johnson on Jul 30, 2007 in Africa, Antigua and Barbuda, Asia, Bahamas, Brazil, Cape Verde, Caribbean, Europe, Florida, Indonesia, Italy, Middle East, North America, Regions, Seychelles, South America, Spain, Turkey, USA, Western Europe

Concierge.com, the online home for inspired travel from Conde Nast has posted its picks for the third annual World’s Sexiest Beaches list. Beaches are both on and off the beaten path and are chosen for their beauty, buzz factor and overall steamy appeal. Here’s their top ten: Caprera Island, Sardinia, Italy Salvador, Bahia, […]

Interview with Tanya Schliff of DirectoryofHotels.com

By Paul Johnson on May 27, 2007 in Accommodation, Asia, California, Celebrities, Europe, Going Out, Hotels, Indonesia, Interviews, Italy, Mexico, North America, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, Websites, Western Europe

Tanya Schliff is founder of DirectoryofHotels.com, a unique hotel guide focusing on global travel. She started the site because she found that, when researching her own travels, there were very few resources that gave her direct access to the hotel for questions and reservations. She favours independent travel rather than using booking agents or […]

Interview with Romina Cambiasso of Las Balsas

By Paul Johnson on Mar 25, 2007 in Accommodation, Africa, Argentina, Asia, Brazil, Celebrities, Egypt, Europe, Hotels, Indonesia, Interviews, Israel, Italy, Middle East, Regions, South Africa, South America, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

Romina Cambiasso is General Manager of Las Balsas in Patagonia, Argentina. Born in Buenos Aires, she majored in Tourism and has extensive experience in the industry, including posts at Park Hyatt Buenos Aires, The Aryaduta Jakarta and Iguazu Grand Hotel Resort & Casino, among others, prior to moving to Las Balsas. What is it that […]

Outrigger Panorama Bali Resort & Spa

By Paul Johnson on Mar 14, 2007 in Accommodation, Asia, Indonesia, Regions, Resorts

Outrigger Enterprises Group has announced its second project in Bali: a brand-new luxury resort condominium within dense rainforest on the Bukit Peninsula. Currently under development, it will be called the Outrigger Panorama Bali Resort & Spa and the group will own 35 of the proposed 170 units. The newly opened Bvlgari Resort and other resorts […]

Suite of the week: Petanu Presidential Villa at Maya Ubud Resort & Spa, Bali

By Paul Johnson on Mar 05, 2007 in Accommodation, Asia, Indonesia, Regions, Resorts, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Suite of the Week, Vacation Rentals

Suite name: Presidential Villa Resort: Maya Ubud Resort & Spa, Bali, Indonesia Size of accommodation: 360 sq m Cost per night: 11,000 RP. (approx. $1200) What makes it special? Beautiful scenery of river valley and private pool. Leisurely spread throughout hillside gardens, between a steep […]

Interview with Tahnya Butterfield of Style Clinic

By Paul Johnson on Feb 06, 2007 in Accommodation, Air Travel, Asia, Australia, Celebrities, Going Out, Hotels, Illinois, Indonesia, Interviews, Massachusetts, North America, Oceania, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, Speciality Travel, Thailand, Travel Miscellany, USA

Tahnya Butterfield is ‘Head Honcho’ for Style Clinic by Astin Brown Inc., having previously worked in the hotel industry, human resources and organisational development consulting. She is a relentless collector of successful talent who immerse themselves in generating dynamite bespoke luxury shopping tours, style guides and precision personalised itineraries. What is it that you do […]

Borobudur in Central Java

By Paul Johnson on Feb 04, 2007 in Asia, Attractions, Going Out, Indonesia, Regions, Travel Miscellany, Videos

I hadn’t heard about the World Heritage site of Borobudur until quite recently. It is a mind-blowing Buddhist monument in Central Java, Indonesia. Watch the video and see this impressive sight for yourself!

Interview with Nicolas Peluffo of Ponta dos Ganchos Exclusive Resort

By Paul Johnson on Jan 26, 2007 in Accommodation, Africa, Argentina, Asia, Australia, Brazil, Europe, Fiji, Food and Drink, France, Going Out, Hotels, Indonesia, Interviews, Maldives, Monaco, Oceania, Pacific Islands, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, Seychelles, South Africa, South America, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

Nicolas Peluffo is General Director of Ponta dos Ganchos Exclusive Resort, located in the beautiful Santa Catarina province of Brazil, 45 minutes from Florianopolis airport. It is a Relais & Chateaux member and a Virtuoso Preferred Hotel. What is it that you do exactly? I am obsessed about my work and a bit of […]

Waka Shorea, Bali

By Paul Johnson on Jan 18, 2007 in Accommodation, Asia, Going Out, Indonesia, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel

Waka Shorea consists of eco-friendly, stilted bungalows nestled in dense forest in the Bali Barat National Park. Despite its seclusion, the resort has a spa and restaurant, yet is wonderfully tranquil. Keep your eyes peeled and you might spot deer, boars, birds and other animals. Go for one of the two de […]

Anantara Resorts expanding

By Paul Johnson on Jan 17, 2007 in Accommodation, Asia, Indonesia, Maldives, Middle East, Regions, Resorts, Sri Lanka, Thailand, United Arab Emirates, Vietnam

Anantara Resorts appears to be expanding rapidly. New resorts for Dubai, Bali, Vietnam, Thailand and Sri Lanka are all anticipated in 2008. This will see the number of Anantara Resorts rise from 4 to 11. The unique essence and individual lifestyle of the Anantara brand, as demonstrated by the resorts that already exist in […]

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