Category: Asia
The top 3 luxury resorts in the Maldives
By Alexandra Matts on Nov 08, 2012 in Accommodation, Asia, Leisure Travel, Maldives, Regions, Resorts, Speciality Travel
For unparalleled beach holiday luxury there is little that can match the secluded resorts available in the Maldives. Below we give you 3 of our top picks for those looking to unwind on some of the most stunning islands in the world. 1. Constance Halaveli Resort, North Ari Atoll Sparkling with a thoroughly-deserved 6* reputation, 
The ultimate use for those old phone boxes?
With more and more people owning mobiles over the last two decades, telephone boxes have become pretty much obsolete. Here in the UK they’ve been used for mini-libraries and even for plant exchanges. But in Japan it seems they’ve come up with something even more original – a giant goldfish aquarium. The idea comes from
The top 10 things to do on a luxury trip to Indonesia
By Cristy Elmendorp on Nov 05, 2012 in Accommodation, Asia, Going Out, Hotels, Indonesia, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants
Indonesia, an archipelago comprised of more than seventeen thousand islands, is known for its richness in culture, exotic cuisine, and an extensive variety of ethnicities and cultures. Described by Lonely Planet as ‘the last greatest adventure on Earth’, Indonesia is a country that will appeal to any traveler. Whether you want to discover the ‘Ring 
Book your own private island in the Maldives
By Carole Booth on Nov 03, 2012 in Accommodation, Asia, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Maldives, Regions, Resorts, Speciality Travel
The islands of the Maldives are without doubt some of the most beautiful on the planet. There’s nothing quite like the vibrant blue of the Indian Ocean, the majestic white sand beaches and the array of snorkelling sites teeming with coral and diverse marine life. It’s up there on many people’s travel wish list. Boasting some 
Top 10 places you won't find on Google Maps
By Paul Johnson on Oct 28, 2012 in Alaska, Asia, Eastern Europe, Europe, France, Germany, Japan, Kuwait, Middle East, Netherlands, New York, North America, North Korea, Portugal, Regions, Russia, Travel Miscellany, USA, Videos, Western Europe, Worldwide
I stumbled upon this video recently, and thought it was rather interesting, so am sharing it here even though there’s no obvious luxury angle. Since even Nevada’s much-talked about Area 51 can be found on Google Maps (though admittedly, much of the operations there probably take place underground), it’s interesting to see what places are hidden. 
5 top luxury holiday destinations to spend Winter
By Andy Butler on Oct 27, 2012 in Accommodation, Anguilla, Asia, Caribbean, Europe, France, Hotels, Maldives, Middle East, New Zealand, Oceania, Regions, Resorts, United Arab Emirates, Western Europe
Summer is almost over and winter upon us in the northern hemisphere. It is that time when you start to plan how to spend the months ahead. Should you go for the sunny beaches of the Caribbean, or the skiing paradises of France? There are a lot of options to choose from and each is 
10 of the most exclusive luxury hotel services
By Max Statham on Oct 25, 2012 in Accommodation, Arizona, Asia, Brazil, California, Caribbean, Europe, Hotels, India, Italy, Jamaica, Mexico, New York, North America, Regions, South America, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Switzerland, United Kingdom, USA, Western Europe
If you believe that a luxurious hotel is just a place to stay for a night, you are wrong. Luxurious hotels offer much more than fashionable interior and unusual exterior to attract visitors. A wish to amaze guests has no limits. Nowadays hotels offer exclusive services for the most sophisticated visitors: from unique spa-procedures to 
Interview with Richard Szkiler, Founder and Videographer of The View South
By Paul Johnson on Oct 24, 2012 in Accommodation, Argentina, Asia, Canada, China, Europe, Going Out, Hotels, Interviews, North America, Regions, Restaurants, South America, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe
Richard Szkiler is the Founder of The View South which produces, stocks and distributes videos specifically for the travel and leisure industry. Prior to establishing the business in Buenos Aires, Richard filmed and directed for various charities, companies and philanthropic organisations in Sierra Leone and the United Kingdom. Following this, Richard traveled to Argentina where he 
12 of the most stunning winter sun locations in the world
By Simon Goddard on Oct 24, 2012 in Africa, Asia, Australia, Cape Verde, Caribbean, Cuba, Egypt, Europe, Florida, India, Leisure Travel, Malaysia, Mexico, Middle East, North America, Oceania, Regions, Spain, Speciality Travel, Sri Lanka, Thailand, United Arab Emirates, USA, Western Europe, Worldwide
Following one of the wettest summers on record, Britons are in much need of some rest and recuperation in a dry, warm and sunny climate. But where can you go for almost guaranteed winter sunshine? What are the best beaches to eat your Christmas dinner on? Where are the perfect spots of winter paradise? Don’t fret, we’ve thrown 
Palatial India – the top 5 places to live like a king
In a country that spans 3,000 km east to west and north to south, and with a rich history stretching back 5,000 years and more, it is no surprise that India has more than its fair share of castles, forts and palaces adorned with artefacts fit for a king. Many of these structures have seen
The best new hotels and resorts in the Asia-Pacific region
The annual Luxe List showcases DestinAsian‘s picks of the best new hotels and resorts in the Asia-Pacific region. This year, the region’s best new places to stay is as alluring as ever, spanning a dozen countries and featuring no fewer than 30 hotels that truly stand out from the rest. From sumptuous private islands in the Maldives
The top 5 pool villas in Thailand
Once you’ve stayed in a pool villa you really don’t want to stay anywhere else! Of course, there are some amazing hotel rooms across the world, but who doesn’t love the concept of a pool villa – with generally more space and of course the option to take a dip in privacy, a concept that is
Highlights of the Condé Nast Traveler 25th Annual Readers' Choice Awards
By Paul Johnson on Oct 18, 2012 in Accommodation, Asia, Australia, Caribbean, China, Cruises & Boat Travel, Dominican Republic, Hawaii, Hotels, Illinois, India, Mexico, New York, North America, Oceania, Regions, Resorts, South Carolina, Speciality Travel, USA
The results are in for the Condé Nast Traveler 25th Annual Readers’ Choice Awards. The awards rank the best cities, islands, cruise lines, airlines, hotels, and resorts worldwide. A record 46,476 readers participated, rating 370 hotels, resorts, and cruise lines above a score of 90! (To put this in perspective, the first list in 1988 
The world's top 10 islands to visit
By Paul Johnson on Oct 16, 2012 in Asia, California, Caribbean, Europe, Italy, Massachusetts, Netherlands Antilles, North America, Oceania, Pacific Islands, Regions, Spain, Thailand, United Kingdom, USA, Western Europe, Worldwide
National Geographic has come up with a top 10 islands to visit. Now you might expect to see the islands of the Maldives or maybe one or two of the Greek islands, but no… this list is quite different. There’s no Fiji, no Seychelles, and it seems that even the Galapagos don’t make the grade 
