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5 of the Caribbean's best luxury spas

By James Mannings on Jan 29, 2014 in Antigua and Barbuda, Barbados, Caribbean, Grenada, Leisure Travel, Regions, Saint Lucia, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Turks and Caicos

Your luxury vacation should be all about relaxation and taking in other cultures. You should be able to simply kick back and have everything brought to you, enjoying the total indulgence of complete luxury. This is certainly possible if you choose to include a relaxing and invigorating spa experience in your break. The Caribbean has

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

Top 10 private island holidays for private jet travellers

By Jack Lockyer on Oct 30, 2013 in Accommodation, Asia, Bahamas, British Virgin Islands, Cambodia, Caribbean, Croatia, Eastern Europe, Europe, Fiji, Florida, Indonesia, Maine, North America, Oceania, Regions, Resorts, Sri Lanka, Turks and Caicos, USA

Whilst the super wealthy have always dabbled in private island ownership, most travellers are more than happy to simply spend their holidays visiting and enjoying a luxurious private paradise. Indeed, the trend of visiting remote, secluded locations is on the rise as decades of tourism take their toll on the more popular tourist spots and

Interview with Paola Fiocchi Van den Brande, Founder and Director of Passepartout Homes

By Paul Johnson on Jun 19, 2013 in Accommodation, Asia, Caribbean, Celebrities, Europe, Food and Drink, France, Going Out, Hotels, Interviews, Italy, Maldives, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, Thailand, Travel Miscellany, Turks and Caicos, United Kingdom, Vacation Rentals, Western Europe

Paola Fiocchi Van den Brande, originally from Italy, moved to London in 2000, after working in Belgium and Germany. After 13 years as Direct Marketing Manager for international publishing and news companies, most recently for Bloomberg LP, Paola decided to launch Passepartout Homes in 2011. This is her first experience as an entrepreneur. Paola graduated from the Catholic University

10 restaurants worth travelling for

By Matthew Coe on Jan 04, 2013 in Africa, Asia, California, Caribbean, Featured, Food and Drink, Going Out, Maldives, Middle East, New York, North America, Regions, Restaurants, South Africa, Travel Miscellany, Turks and Caicos, United Arab Emirates, USA, Worldwide

For many people, food is one of the defining features of a holiday. It can make or break a vacation, depending on what experience you have. But with only a limited amount of time to choose, it can often be a daunting task trying to decide where to eat. We’ve compiled a list of the best restaurants worth

3 of the world's most magical travel experiences for children

By Paul Johnson on Nov 02, 2012 in Accommodation, Africa, Botswana, Caribbean, Europe, Family Travel, France, Regions, Resorts, Speciality Travel, Turks and Caicos, Western Europe

Any parent will know that if you find a holiday that the kids will enjoy, the chances are you’re going to have a great time too. Here we pick three very different luxury travel experiences – from three different continents – and hopefully you’ll find one to suit your family. Which one would you choose

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

19 of the world's sexiest hotels

By Paul Johnson on Mar 03, 2011 in Accommodation, Asia, Belgium, California, Caribbean, Czech Republic, Eastern Europe, Europe, Florida, France, Germany, Hotels, Italy, Jamaica, Nevada, New York, North America, Regions, Spain, Thailand, Turks and Caicos, United Kingdom, USA, Western Europe, Wisconsin, Worldwide

Just two weeks after The Luxury Travel Bible issued a press release with its top 10 sexiest hotels in the world for Valentine’s, I’ve been sent an email by Tripadvisor with their own top 10 sexy hotels. Perhaps not surprisingly, there aren’t many that are common to both lists. Here are the two lists:

Top 10 sultry island escapes

By Paul Johnson on Jan 21, 2011 in Africa, Anguilla, Asia, Caribbean, Europe, Fiji, Greece, Indonesia, Italy, Oceania, Regions, Saint Lucia, Seychelles, Spain, Thailand, Turks and Caicos, Western Europe

Tripadvisor have emailed me with their “top 10 sultry island escapes”. What do you think of their selection? Any notable omissions? 1. Providenciales, Turks and Caicos 2. Bali, Indonesia 3. Anguilla 4. Phuket, Thailand 5. Santorini, Greece 6. St. Lucia 7. Ischia, Italy 8. Formentera, Spain 9. Fiji 10. Seychelles

Top 10 spa destinations

By Paul Johnson on Jan 04, 2011 in Arizona, Asia, Caribbean, Central America, Costa Rica, Europe, Greece, Iceland, Indonesia, Mexico, New Mexico, North America, Oceania, Pacific Islands, Regions, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Turks and Caicos, United Kingdom, USA, Western Europe, Worldwide

According to an email just received at A Luxury Travel Blog HQ from Tripadvisor, the top 10 spa destinations are as follows: 1. Sedona, AZ, USA 2. Bath, United Kingdom 3. Reykjavik, Iceland 4. Bora Bora, French Polynesia 5. Ubud, Indonesia 6. Playa Mujeres, Mexico 7. Oia, Greece 8. Providenciales, Turks and Caicos 9. Santa

That luxury villa has... WHAT?!

By ojacq on Nov 04, 2010 in Accommodation, Asia, Bahamas, Caribbean, Europe, Jamaica, Leisure Travel, Massachusetts, Netherlands Antilles, North America, Regions, Speciality Travel, Switzerland, Thailand, Turks and Caicos, USA, Vacation Rentals, Western Europe

If you’re looking for the ultimate vacation rental, look no further than these truly startling vacation homes. Taking luxury to the next level, these luxury vacation rentals each bring something new to the table that will fulfill even the most discerning tastes. Summer dreams and water fun Villa with Swim-Up Bar: The beachfront Villa Avalon in Turks and

Top 10 island escapes

By Paul Johnson on Sep 21, 2010 in Asia, Caribbean, Cyprus, Europe, Fiji, Greece, Maldives, Middle East, Oceania, Pacific Islands, Philippines, Regions, Thailand, Turks and Caicos, Vietnam, Western Europe, Worldwide

There’s something magical about islands. The isolation… the privacy… wonderful beaches and complete solitude. According to Tripadvisor, the world’s top 10 island escapes are: 1. Providenciales, Turks and Caicos 2. Cook Islands 3. Mykonos, Greece 4. Maldives 5. Cyprus 6. Boracay, Philippines 7. Ko Lanta, Thailand 8. Phu Quoc Island, Vietnam 9. Bora Bora, French Polynesia

A look at Amanyara on the island of Providenciales

By Paul Johnson on Sep 09, 2010 in Accommodation, Caribbean, Regions, Resorts, Turks and Caicos

Amanyara is located deep within a 5,000-acre nature and wildlife reserve called Northwest Point, on the island of Providenciales. The Aman hotel chain provides some of the best luxury resorts as well as the most expensive in the world. Amanyara looks incredibly spacious, yet it gives you complete privacy depending on whether you are here

New exclusive brand from Ritz-Carlton: Ritz-Carlton Reserve

By Paul Johnson on Apr 06, 2009 in Accommodation, Asia, Caribbean, Central America, Costa Rica, Hotels, Middle East, Puerto Rico, Regions, Thailand, Turks and Caicos, United Arab Emirates

The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. is launching a new exclusive brand for high-end travellers; Ritz-Carlton Reserve. Phulay Bay in Krabi, Thailand, will be the first property to open in spring 2009. The philosophy behind the Ritz-Carlton Reserve portfolio is to create idyllic retreats where guests can escape into an exclusive leisure experience. It offers guests

Interview with Tom Barber of Original Travel

By Paul Johnson on Feb 17, 2009 in Accommodation, Africa, Anguilla, Asia, Caribbean, Celebrities, Eastern Europe, Europe, Family Travel, Hotels, Hungary, Interviews, Maldives, Namibia, Regions, Resorts, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Turks and Caicos

Before starting Original Travel Tom Barber was a journalist for GQ and then freelance for the Evening Standard, Independent, Tatler and Brides. He went on two or three ‘honeymoons’ a year for Brides, and in 2003 set up OT with two friends – Nick Newbury, who was in corporate finance, and Alastair Poulain, a venture

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

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