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10 of the world’s best luxury hotels

By Dave Warne on Jun 15, 2019 in Accommodation, Africa, Asia, Australia, Cambodia, Canada, Chile, Europe, Featured, Finland, Hotels, Indonesia, Japan, North America, Oceania, Peru, Regions, Resorts, South Africa, South America, Tanzania, Western Europe, Worldwide

From luxury lodges in the middle of the Serengeti to private-pool beachfront villas, the world is jam-packed full of truly remarkable hotels. And, whether you’re after an exotic Asian getaway or adventurous Latin America retreat, here we’ve rounded up some of the world’s best luxury hotels for truly once-in-a-lifetime experiences, matched only by their just-as […]

Finding the perfect hidden cocktail bar in Paris

By Ravi Coutinho on Jun 15, 2019 in Bars, Europe, France, Going Out, Regions, Western Europe

While craft cocktails and speakeasy-style cocktail bars are a big part of American drinking culture, the phenomenon hasn’t quite taken over Europe yet. In places like Ireland and England, “cocktails” are sugary sweet concoctions, usually sold to young people who haven’t developed a more refined palate or can’t drink straight beer or whiskey. In France, […]

5 of the best ancient archeological sites to visit on a private yacht charter in the Greek Cycladic Islands

By Missy Johnston on Jun 14, 2019 in Attractions, Cruises & Boat Travel, Europe, Going Out, Greece, Regions, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

Amidst the white cubic houses with cobalt blue trim, the blue domed white churches, the white trimmed stepped walking streets, the arid beautiful terraced landscapes, the olive, lemon and orange trees, and the grazing goats, are remnants of the ancient civilizations that also once roamed these beautiful islands millenniums ago. And for the historian, and […]

8 unmissable holiday experiences in Cornwall

By Simon Tregoning on Jun 13, 2019 in Attractions, Europe, Going Out, Regions, United Kingdom, Western Europe

Conjure up an image of Cornwall and you’re guaranteed to think of the glorious beaches perfect for picnics, bathing in the warmth of the sunshine and splashing around in the crystal-clear waters. Perhaps you’ve visited a few times before or are still to take that much desired trip, or maybe you’ve a trip planned for […]

Top 5 ski resorts in the Alps

By Dan Frith on Jun 13, 2019 in Austria, Europe, France, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Switzerland, Western Europe

There are more ski resorts in the Alps than you could shake a stick at. It would probably take a lifetime to visit them all. If you’re a regular visitor to the Alps and you love to ski, then you’ll probably already have your favourite resort and perhaps you’ll return there year after year. Nothing […]

Exploring the Isle of Skye and the Highlands with Heart of Scotland Tours

By Viktoria Altman on Jun 12, 2019 in Attractions, Europe, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, United Kingdom, Western Europe

No visit to Scotland can be complete without a few days in the Highlands. A place of rare beauty, the Scottish Highlands are famous as the home of Loch Ness and the Isle of Skye. However, getting to Loch Ness and Skye from major cities such as Edinburgh can be complicated. Although some public transportation […]

Photograph of the week: Church of the Blessed Virgin of the Angel in Caorle, Italy

By Paul Johnson on Jun 12, 2019 in Attractions, Europe, Going Out, Italy, Regions, Western Europe

Where the rocks end and the Levante beach begins, on a cliff wedged into the Adriatic sea, you will find the Church of the Blessed Virgin of the Angel. For centuries this has been a pilgrimage destination for residents of Caorle, Italy, a place to worship and find peace. This is increasingly the case too […]

The Isle of Wight: 7 reasons to sail across

By Michael Edwards on Jun 10, 2019 in Accommodation, Attractions, Cruises & Boat Travel, Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Restaurants, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe

The short voyage across the Solent, sometimes as little as 22 minutes, makes a visit to the Isle of Wight an adventure. Not only are crossings fast, they are very frequent too. You are embarking on a mini-cruise when you take Wightlink from Lymington, Portsmouth or Southampton to the Isle of Wight. Although the ferry […]

7 places where you eat best in Spain

By Carmen Caballero on Jun 07, 2019 in Attractions, Bars, Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Regions, Spain, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

From Seville to San Sebastian making stops in Cáceres, Madrid or Segovia, these are the 7 best places to eat in Spain. The modern traveler chooses more and more frequently destinations where tourism offer goes beyond monuments, museums or beaches. We Spaniards love to enjoy a good meal or dinner to recover strength and get […]

I want to… discover my perfect holiday destination

By Nicholas Dean 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, […]

Barcelona in four seasons

By Sandra Roig on Jun 05, 2019 in Attractions, Europe, Events, Food and Drink, Going Out, Regions, Spain, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

The Catalan capital is a great destination whatever the season, be it the more than mild winter, or the scorching hot summer. No matter the weather, there are always things to do in the city, and many of the famous landmarks can be visited come rain or shine. Barcelona typically gets busy from May to […]

8 of the best destinations for October and November

By Matt Holmes on Jun 04, 2019 in Africa, Asia, Bhutan, Europe, Iceland, Japan, Morocco, Nepal, New Zealand, Oceania, Pacific Islands, Portugal, Regions, Spain, Tanzania, Vietnam, Western Europe

We know from experience that travelers often begin planning their trip 4-6 months in advance, which means that at this point in the year, people are thinking about their fall adventures. October and November are really great months to travel. Families with school-age kids are home, and there aren’t any college students on spring break. […]

Luxury travel news this week

By Paul Johnson on Jun 02, 2019 in Accommodation, Air Travel, Attractions, Cruises & Boat Travel, Europe, Featured, France, Going Out, Monaco, Real Estate, Regions, Speciality Travel, United Kingdom, 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 […]

Where to wine and dine in Bordeaux

By Paola Fiocchi Van den Brande on Jun 01, 2019 in Attractions, Europe, Food and Drink, France, Going Out, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

The City of Wine is understandably one of France’s top destinations. This glorious UNESCO World Heritage city of art, architecture, food and wine has French charm and elegance, as well as a genuinely welcoming ambiance. Here are our top tips for eating and drinking well in the city. La Cité du Vin museum Bordeaux is […]

Athens: 5 unique tours to enjoy the city

By Maria Nikolakaki on May 31, 2019 in Europe, Food and Drink, Greece, Regions, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

An all-year round destination and a European capital city that has multiple layers of history, Athens has a creative energy with numerous art exhibitions, live concerts and dance performances that will rock your world and countless great seaside restaurants that will have your taste buds craving for more. The history of this city has been […]

The island of Crete – a destination for nature lovers

By Manos Dafermos on May 23, 2019 in Attractions, Europe, Going Out, Greece, Regions, Western Europe

In the south of the Aegean lies Crete – an otherworldly island, naturally stunning, warm and inviting. Crete encapsulates Greece and charms everybody who visits it. It is an island with many destinations to admire: Heraklion, Rethymno, Chania, Agios Nikolaos, Elounda, Ierapetra, Malia, Hersonissos, Sitia and Sfakia to name just some. Nothing is re-hashed in […]

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