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3 of the best laid-back luxury hotels in the Caribbean

By Emily Wilson on Jul 22, 2015 in Accommodation, Caribbean, Hotels, Regions, Resorts, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines

Our top pick of laid back luxury hotels in the Caribbean feature the first private island escape in the Grenadines, a laid back retreat set in tropical gardens on the island of St Lucia and a unique and artistic hideaway on the sleepy island of Bequia. Laid back luxury is all about the no frill’s

Top 6 luxury experiences in St Vincent and the Grenadines

By Carl Sputh on Apr 09, 2015 in Bars, Caribbean, Cruises & Boat Travel, Food and Drink, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Regions, Restaurants, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany

No less than thirty two stunning azure islands belong to the collection of St Vincent and the Grenadines making them a treasure trove of exploration on a charter. Whether you are skimming the surface snorkeling at the rich Tobago Cays, stretching out on the perfect sands of sleepy Bequia or splashing the cash in the

Top 6 places for a digital detox

By Tom Marchant on Dec 15, 2014 in Accommodation, Africa, Asia, Bhutan, Camping, Caribbean, Hotels, Jordan, Middle East, Namibia, Regions, Resorts, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, South Africa, Tanzania, Zambia

When was the last time you felt truly free from the constant buzz of an email, text or call? Prepare to log off and indulge back in a time when conversation and old-fashioned fun remained uninterrupted by the goings-on of others. We’ve put together some of our favourite remote boltholes for a sense of total

6 of the Grenadines you won't want to miss

By Nick Van Gruisen on Sep 16, 2014 in Caribbean, Leisure Travel, Regions, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Speciality Travel

Over 6,000 islets make up the Grenadines’ island chain in the Caribbean, with each one just as beautiful as the next. All of the islands come surrounded by a halo of white beaches and waters covering the full spectrum of colours from blue to green and beyond. Once on the ground though, the contrast between

Top 10 luxury beach retreats

By Tom Marchant on Sep 12, 2014 in Accommodation, Africa, Asia, Australia, Brazil, Caribbean, Central America, Costa Rica, Honeymoons, Hotels, Indonesia, Leisure Travel, Maldives, Middle East, Mozambique, Oceania, Oman, Pacific Islands, Regions, Resorts, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, South America, Speciality Travel, Tanzania, Worldwide

We all need a trip to the beach every now and then to relax with a good book and get lost in our thoughts. So we’ve compiled our favourite beach retreats from the dazzling waters of the Maldives to the mystical mountains of Oman. The chilly end to this summer may have left you yearning

Lesser-known luxury island escapes

By Nick Van Gruisen on Aug 21, 2014 in Africa, Australia, Caribbean, Leisure Travel, Massachusetts, Mozambique, North America, Oceania, Regions, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Speciality Travel, USA

Ask people to draw up a bucket list of islands they would most like to visit and Zanzibar, Barbados,, Tahiti and Sri Lanka are the likeliest candidates to top the polls. Here, we look at a quartet of smaller, lesser know islands that offer an intriguing alternative to the A list and might well be

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 5 "musts" of Mustique

By James Mannings on Nov 24, 2013 in Attractions, Caribbean, Food and Drink, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Regions, Restaurants, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany

Visiting Mustique isn’t as popular as it once was. The celeb party crowd has all but moved on but it doesn’t mean the luxury resorts have changed at all. There’s a wide range of fantastic facilities, luxury excursions and wonderful experiences you can enjoy on Mustique. Once you’ve booked into your private villa and are

Hidden Caribbean islands waiting to be explored

By Michael Wilson on Nov 13, 2013 in Antigua and Barbuda, Caribbean, Cruises & Boat Travel, Dominican Republic, Regions, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Speciality Travel

It probably comes as no surprise to hear that the Caribbean is one of the most tourism-dependent regions in the world. The islands aren’t known for their great working opportunities or fantastic living conditions, but they are known for their pristine sand beaches, clear blue waters, and almost endless opportunities for sunbathing and water sports

The Caribbean’s best kept secrets

By Carole Booth on Jan 08, 2013 in Accommodation, Anguilla, Antigua and Barbuda, Caribbean, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Regions, Resorts, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Speciality Travel, Trinidad and Tobago

The Caribbean is a fantastic winter sun destination with average temperatures on most of the islands sitting above 80 degrees Fahrenheit. These perfect weather conditions make for ideal sunbathing weather and as such, interest in the Caribbean tends to surge around this kind of time. Whilst many of the leading branded resorts like Sandals and Beaches will

Raffles Resort, Canouan Island

By Paul Johnson on Mar 26, 2008 in Accommodation, Caribbean, Going Out, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines

This Raffles Resort is located on Canouan Island in the heart of the Grenadines, just 40 minutes from Barbados. Nestled on 300 lush acres with white sand beaches, it is surrounded by one of the world’s largest coral reefs. High on a hill with sweeping views over the resort is the exclusive Villa Monte

Why not escape and be pampered at the Raffles Resort Canouan Island in The Grenadines?

By Paul Johnson on Feb 08, 2008 in Accommodation, Caribbean, Leisure Travel, Regions, Resorts, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel

Weaving the enchantment of the Caribbean with ultimate refinement, the romantic Raffles Resort Canouan Island offers sumptuous suites and private villas enjoying panoramic vistas across the Grenadines. Luxuriate in the award-winning RafflesAmrita spa, with tranquil over-water or hillside treatment rooms.

Docking a cruise ship - how difficult can it be?

By Paul Johnson on Jan 09, 2008 in Caribbean, Cruises & Boat Travel, Fun Stuff, Regions, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany

Surely it’s not that difficult, is it? Try this fun, interactive game from easyCruise and get an insight into just how difficult it might really be. I got as far an attempt to dock in the Grenadines but was scuppered by strong winds. Hats off to easyCruise for a great idea for

Relax like a rock star in the Grenadines

By Paul Johnson on Jan 16, 2007 in Accommodation, Caribbean, Celebrities, Regions, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Travel Miscellany, Vacation Rentals

The Japanese-style residence that goes by the name of Stargroves Villa, on the island of Mustique in the Grenadines, is in fact owned by Mick Jagger. The 6-bedroomed beachfront property offers wonderful views of scattered islands for a typically weekly sum of $16,000. Now you can truly can get satisfaction by relaxing like a

Galley Bay, Antigua and Palm Island, The Grenadines

By Paul Johnson on Apr 05, 2006 in Accommodation, Antigua and Barbuda, Caribbean, Regions, Resorts, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines

These award-winning and very private hideaways are designed for elegant escape and tropical adventure, available through Elite Island Resorts. Whichever one you choose, your stay will include beachfront dining, exotic cocktails, complimentary watersports and tennis, not to mention as much peace and quiet as you can handle.

Raffles Resort Canouan Island hosts Trump Million Dollar Invitational

By Paul Johnson on Jan 14, 2006 in Accommodation, Caribbean, Events, Regions, Resorts, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Travel Miscellany

Donald Trump has issued the challenge to 100 golfers to participate in the Trump Million Dollar Invitational. The Trump Million Dollar Invitational is a new golf tournament being held in May 2006 at the Trump International Golf Club at the Raffles Resort Canouan Island in the Grenadines. The resort is set on 300 acres of

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