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Corinthia Hotels offering 50% off annual sale!

By Paul Johnson on Jan 12, 2017 in Accommodation, Czech Republic, Eastern Europe, Europe, Hotels, Hungary, Malta, Portugal, Russia, Special Offers & Packages, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe

Yes, you read that right. Corinthia Hotels is back with their superb annual sale so if you’re looking to book your next European getaway, look no further. If there’s one collection of European hotels that never fails to deliver a sense of luxury and wonder to its guests, it has to be Corinthia Hotels. Located […]

3 must-try restaurants in St. Petersburg, Russia

By Hilary Stockton on Aug 18, 2016 in Eastern Europe, Europe, Going Out, Regions, Restaurants, Russia

St. Petersburg, Russia may not come to mind when you’re thinking of foodie destinations, but this “Venice of the North” has come into its own recently, with gastropubs serving new Russian cuisine popping up, in addition to a number of stalwarts serving excellent classics, not to mention restaurants serving the justly popular dishes of the […]

Bottlenose dolphins off the coast of KwaZulu-Natal

The best places to travel to this season

By Craig Burkinshaw on Apr 24, 2016 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Asia, Attractions, Australia, Brunei Darussalam, California, Caribbean, China, Eastern Europe, Europe, Events, Going Out, India, Indonesia, Japan, Leisure Travel, Malaysia, North America, Oceania, Peru, Regions, Russia, Saint Lucia, South Africa, South America, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, USA, Worldwide, Wyoming

Whether you’re seeking wildlife spectacles, otherworldly scenery or the buzz of a festival, there is a wide range of options for travelling to a new destination this season. We’ve listed ten of the best places to visit at this time of year to help you plan your next spring-summer adventure. Australia’s Ningaloo Marine Park While […]

Great deals to be found in Corinthia Hotels’ Annual Sale

By Paul Johnson on Jan 11, 2016 in Accommodation, Czech Republic, Eastern Europe, Europe, Featured, Hotels, Hungary, Malta, Portugal, Regions, Russia, United Kingdom, Western Europe

Corinthia Hotels’ Annual Sale goes live this week, giving you the opportunity to enjoy a luxury five-star stay at just half the usual rate. 50% discounts on the Best Available Rates can be enjoyed at the group’s hotels in Malta, Budapest, Lisbon, Prague and St Petersburg. And at the flagship Corinthia Hotel London, you can […]

Top 5 adventurous holidays

By Colin Matthews on Nov 05, 2015 in Adventure Travel, Antarctic, Asia, Brazil, Colombia, Eastern Europe, Ecuador, Europe, Guyana, Leisure Travel, Myanmar, Peru, Polar Regions, Rail Travel, Russia, South America, Speciality Travel, Venezuela

For those looking for something a bit different to your typical beach holidays, we have compiled our favourite adventurous holidays, perfect for those wanting to experience something unique. From an exploration of the South eastern nation of Burma, the depths of the vast Antarctica to an epic rail journey across several countries and a trek […]

5 tips for a perfect weekend in St. Petersburg, Russia

By Hilary Stockton on Oct 16, 2015 in Accommodation, Attractions, Eastern Europe, Europe, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Restaurants, Russia

St. Petersburg, Russia is a romantic destination, especially during the White Nights of May-June, when it never gets completely dark. It’s no wonder this former capital of Russia built by Peter the Great has been nicknamed the “Venice of the North” for its many canals and the beautiful European facades that line its main street, […]

Photograph of the week: A stormy evening in Moscow’s Red Square

By Paul Johnson on Oct 07, 2015 in Eastern Europe, Europe, Regions, Russia

Located in the heart of the city and surrounded by four of its most iconic buildings: namely the Kremlin, GUM Department Store, the State Historical Museum and St. Basil’s Cathedral, nowhere epitomises Moscow quite like Red Square. Established in the 15th Century and originally known as Trinity Square after the cathedral that stood on the […]

5 top tips for a perfect weekend in Moscow, Russia

By Hilary Stockton on Sep 17, 2015 in Accommodation, Attractions, Eastern Europe, Europe, Events, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Russia, Travel Miscellany

Moscow, Russia is sometimes skipped by visitors focused on the European charm of St. Petersburg. But that would be a mistake. Even if you only have a couple of days, don’t miss the vibrant blend of the old and new in Russia’s cosmopolitan capital, home to nearly 12 million. Here are my tips for a […]

72 hours in St Petersburg

By Katie Cosstick on Jul 17, 2015 in Attractions, Eastern Europe, Europe, Going Out, Regions, Russia

Russia’s second city has been known as St Petersburg, Petrograd, Leningrad and finally became St Petersburg again when it was renamed in 1991. It is the most northern city in the world and whilst winters are long and cold, the short summer is warm and with almost 24 hours of daylight. Both times of year […]

7 ports for a superyacht charter in the Baltic Sea

By Carl Sputh on Feb 24, 2015 in Cruises & Boat Travel, Denmark, Eastern Europe, Estonia, Europe, Leisure Travel, Norway, Russia, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

From the illuminations of the Auroras Borealis to picturesque fairy-tale villages steeped in snow, the Baltic Sea is home to a plethora of rare wonders to delight and inspire. When planning a summertime holiday, consider chartering a superyacht to take you on an exploration of nature’s finest playground. With sumptuous surroundings out at sea, a […]

Visit Moscow and St Petersburg in style

By Craig Burkinshaw on Feb 12, 2015 in Accommodation, Eastern Europe, Europe, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Restaurants, Russia

With a scale of luxury rarely found outside of Dubai and Abu Dhabi, Russia is a country that revels in unabashed indulgence. From sipping champagne on an ultra-modern balcony overlooking the mighty Moscow Kremlin, to nibbling caviar in a palatial St. Petersburg ballroom – Russia has endless opportunities for a quality, luxurious experience. I’ve picked out […]

The best new luxury hotel openings of 2014

By Hilary Stockton on Dec 16, 2014 in Accommodation, Asia, Austria, China, Eastern Europe, Europe, Florida, Hotels, Japan, New York, North America, Regions, Russia, USA, Western Europe

The best new luxury hotel openings of 2014 include beautiful new properties in Beijing, Kyoto, Moscow, NYC, Orlando and Vienna. Some of these hotels are entering extremely crowded markets, while others are in the enviable position of having only a few luxury competitors, making them the go-to property for most luxury travelers to that destination. […]

Top 10 highlights in St. Petersburg, the captivating City of the Czars

By Janice Nieder on Nov 09, 2014 in Accommodation, Attractions, Eastern Europe, Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Regions, Russia, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany

St. Petersburg is a beautiful city filled with extravagant historical palaces, cathedrals and royal gardens. Long recognized as the intellectual and cultural center of Russia, this former capital has been spiffing things up with a growing number of luxury hotels and a vibrant restaurant scene truly befitting this City of the Czars. Below are my […]

5 of the best hotels in Moscow

By Marina Chetner on Sep 25, 2014 in Accommodation, Eastern Europe, Europe, Hotels, Regions, Russia

Moscow’s rich cultural heritage infuses the city; her historic architecture and monuments, some dating to the 15th century, emanate majestic beauty. Hardly stagnant, this bustling metropolis has welcomed modernity in the form of internationally renowned high-end hotel brands. These five luxury establishments have added five-star polish to the vibrant Russian capital. Lotte Hotel Moscow The […]

Saturday in St Petersburg: the Belmond Grand Hotel Europe

By Harriet Dedman on Aug 09, 2014 in Accommodation, Eastern Europe, Europe, Hotels, Russia

The cold was abrupt and biting as we disembarked the Moscow train. It was 10.30am in Saturday’s St Petersburg, and loud, nationalistic fanfares blared out through metallic speakers at the station. Wrapped in cashmere sweaters, suede boots and thick, bright scarves, we marched out into the dry, cold weekend. St Petersburg, Peter the Great’s ‘Venice […]

12 luxury hotel openings to be excited about this year

By Daniel Moran on Jul 16, 2014 in Accommodation, Africa, Asia, Australia, China, Colombia, Eastern Europe, Europe, France, Hotels, Illinois, Indonesia, Middle East, New York, North America, Oceania, Pacific Islands, Regions, Resorts, Russia, South America, Tanzania, Turkey, United Kingdom, USA, Western Europe, Worldwide

Every year sees a great many new hotels open and 2014 is no different. The major hotel brands are reacting to the market and diversifying as it is no longer enough to offer one brand and one product. Hilton, Marriott and Starwood amongst many others have different brands to suit different market needs. Whether it […]

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