Category: Caribbean

Idyllic island getaways: our top five Caribbean hotels

Idyllic island getaways: our top five Caribbean hotels

By on Nov 13, 2019 in Accommodation, Anguilla, Antigua and Barbuda, Caribbean, Featured, Grenada, Hotels, Regions, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines

The Caribbean certainly ticks all the boxes for a luxury holiday – beautiful beaches, five-star resorts, irresistible island hideaways, fantastic food and exceptional experiences from snorkelling to gourmet dining – if you can drag yourself away from the pool and the pristine sands on your doorstep. It’s hard to narrow it down, but we have […]

5 perfect beach barbecue destinations to enjoy on a luxury yacht charter

5 perfect beach barbecue destinations to enjoy on a luxury yacht charter

By on Nov 11, 2019 in Asia, Bahamas, Caribbean, Cruises & Boat Travel, Europe, Food and Drink, Greece, Indonesia, Leisure Travel, Maine, North America, Regions, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, USA, Western Europe

You are on board your luxury charter yacht with your own private chef and your perfect charter crew attending to your every need, in a lovely yacht charter cruising destination with beautiful deserted beaches all around, and blue green water. What could be missing? A “pop-up” beach barbecue where once there was nothing but sand. […]

Luxury family volunteer vacation Belize

Christmas is a time for giving (back)

By on Nov 02, 2019 in Africa, Asia, Belize, Cambodia, Caribbean, Central America, Costa Rica, Europe, Hawaii, Italy, Mexico, New Zealand, North America, Oceania, Regions, Saint Lucia, Thailand, USA, Western Europe, Zambia

The fast-approaching Christmas and Chanukah seasons are a special time, especially so for families. It is regarded as the time for giving, and it is even better to give-back. Travel and celebrate the essence of Christmas and Chanukah: give back and help those less fortunate on a festive family trip that changes lives… not just […]

Luxury Christmas vacations: 5 amazing yachting destinations this Winter

Luxury Christmas vacations: 5 amazing yachting destinations this Winter

By on Oct 12, 2019 in Africa, Asia, Australia, British Virgin Islands, Caribbean, Cruises & Boat Travel, Cuba, Oceania, Regions, Seychelles, Speciality Travel, Thailand

If you’re making plans to celebrate Christmas and the New Year away from home then a luxury yacht charter in one of these five fantastic destinations could be exactly what you’re looking for: Not only do you have complete privacy on board and a personalised service, you can also choose a vessel with amenities to […]

Top 5 festivals in Barbados

Top 5 festivals in Barbados

By on Sep 30, 2019 in Attractions, Barbados, Caribbean, Events, Going Out, Regions, Travel Miscellany

Ask anyone who’s been to Barbados what they loved the most and they will say; ‘the people’. Barbadians are known for their warm and welcoming disposition, love for life and sense of fun. There’s no better way to get a feel for Barbados’ vibrant Caribbean Culture than to see how they celebrate during the many […]

Magic in the Cayman Islands

Magic in the Cayman Islands

By on Sep 13, 2019 in Attractions, Caribbean, Cayman Islands, Going Out, Regions

With shimmering turquoise waters and vibrant coral reefs, the Cayman Islands are renowned as a natural playground and yachting haven. The three islands of Grand Cayman, Little Cayman and Cayman Brac, all within easy cruising distance, are filled with wonderful attractions such as Seven Mile Beach, Boatswain’s Beach turtle farm and Queen Elizabeth II Botanic […]

The 5 best beaches in Curacao

The 5 best beaches in Curacao

By on Sep 10, 2019 in Attractions, Caribbean, Going Out, Netherlands Antilles, Regions

When you set Curacao as your vacation destination, you’ll be spending a considerable amount of time on the beach. But with so many beaches and so few vacation days, you need to make the most of your time during this vacation getaway. To help, here are the best beaches in Curacao you absolutely need to […]

Luxury travel news this week

Luxury travel news this week

By on Sep 08, 2019 in Accommodation, Air Travel, Asia, Bahamas, Caribbean, Cruises & Boat Travel, Hotels, Regions, Speciality Travel, Thailand

Here’s a round-up of luxury travel stories that have caught the eye this week. To make sure you receive these new weekly alerts in your web browser, please click on the red bell icon in the bottom right hand corner of the page and click ‘subscribe’ (works on desktop only – for other ways to […]

From hot dogs to hoppers: around the world in food

From hot dogs to hoppers: around the world in food

By on Sep 05, 2019 in Africa, Asia, Caribbean, China, Colombia, Europe, Food and Drink, India, Mexico, Morocco, North America, Regions, South Africa, South America, Spain, Sri Lanka, Travel Miscellany, USA, Western Europe

From hot dogs in New York to egg hoppers in Sri Lanka, food plays a big part in any travel experience, and is one of the things that defines a country, its people and its culture – and often forms some of our favourite and most enduring holiday memories. We pick our top ten foodie […]

5 spas worth getting on an airplane to visit

5 spas worth getting on an airplane to visit

By on Aug 31, 2019 in Accommodation, Arizona, Asia, Caribbean, Hotels, Mexico, North America, Regions, Resorts, Saint Lucia, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, USA, Vietnam

Sure, there are some amazing spas out there, but are they actually worth getting on a plane to visit? Here are a few which actually ARE worth getting on a long airplane ride to experience first-hand. 1. Dorado Beach​, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, Dorado, Puerto Rico, US ​The exquisite spa at Dorado Beach rests on 5 […]

The best luxury retreats in Latin America for photographers

The best luxury retreats in Latin America for photographers

By on Aug 08, 2019 in Accommodation, Argentina, Attractions, Brazil, Caribbean, Chile, Colombia, Cuba, Going Out, Regions, South America

With landmasses than span mountain ranges, deserts, icefields, rainforest, salt-plains, rivers and savannahs, Latin America’s natural diversity is one of the region’s greatest attractions. Speckled with sophisticated modern metropolises and older towns of crumbling colonial charm, the human element is equally as compelling. For those with a keen interest in photography, the cocktail of cultural […]

I want to... discover my perfect holiday destination

I want to… discover my perfect holiday destination

By on Jun 07, 2019 in Asia, Bahamas, Caribbean, Croatia, Eastern Europe, Europe, Featured, France, Greece, Guadeloupe, Italy, Malaysia, Oceania, Pacific Islands, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Spain, Thailand, Western Europe, Worldwide

Seeking travel inspiration can often be daunting and is dependent upon countless factors. Focusing on the absolute basics of what you really do want to do can lead to discovery of the best opportunities. Here we explore some key destinations that, quite simply, hit the spot. Escape The spot: Southeast Asia To truly get lost, […]

Caribbean castaways – a brief guide to 5 authentic islands

Caribbean castaways – a brief guide to 5 authentic islands

By on May 21, 2019 in Bahamas, Barbados, Caribbean, Regions, Saint Lucia, Turks and Caicos

Travel trends can be fickle – one moment the whole world and her dog want to marvel at steamy geysers in Iceland; and then next season it’s all about devouring culture in Malta. Yet some destinations stand the test of time; visit after visit. Undoubtedly that includes the Caribbean. The luxurious playground of the world, […]

5 benefits to choosing a villa in the Dominican Republic

5 benefits to choosing a villa in the Dominican Republic

By on May 19, 2019 in Accommodation, Caribbean, Dominican Republic, Regions, Vacation Rentals

Since the Dominican Republic hosted its first PGA Tour event in 2018, there’s never been a better time to check out the spectacular golf that the Caribbean paradise has to offer. The island’s best courses speak for themselves: Teeth of the Dog, Punta Espada, and newly-featured Tour host Corales are all among the world’s best. […]

Top 5 sailing destinations for 2019

Top 5 sailing destinations for 2019

By on Mar 21, 2019 in British Virgin Islands, Caribbean, Croatia, Cruises & Boat Travel, Eastern Europe, Europe, Greece, Italy, Regions, Spain, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

Thinking about a sailing holiday this year? With data collected over the last five years, leading boat holiday platform Zizoo has released its predicted sailing trends for 2019. Whether you’re an experienced sailor looking to navigate a more adventurous route, or a complete beginner embracing your sea legs for the first time, here are the […]

Luxury travel news this week

Luxury travel news this week

By on Mar 10, 2019 in Accommodation, Africa, Caribbean, Cruises & Boat Travel, Cuba, Europe, France, Hotels, Morocco, Regions, Road Travel, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

Here’s a round-up of luxury travel stories that have caught the eye this week. To make sure you receive these new weekly alerts in your web browser, please click on the red bell icon in the bottom right hand corner of the page and click ‘subscribe’ (works on desktop only – for other ways to […]