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The world's top resorts for scenic skiing

By Craig Burton on Dec 19, 2018 in Austria, Canada, Europe, Italy, Leisure Travel, Nevada, North America, Regions, Speciality Travel, Switzerland, USA, Western Europe

One thing many skiers want when they go on holiday is to escape the drab, urban town and cityscapes we are so used to seeing and instead marvel at the much more striking and beautiful scenery that can be found in ski resorts. From idyllic little Alpine villages to towering majestic mountain faces, this list

Luxury travel news this week

By Paul Johnson on Nov 18, 2018 in Air Travel, Austria, Cruises & Boat Travel, Europe, Featured, Regions, Speciality Travel, Western Europe, Worldwide

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

Top 9 rivers for luxury river cruising in Europe

By Kim Robertson on Nov 17, 2018 in Austria, Cruises & Boat Travel, Czech Republic, Eastern Europe, Europe, France, Germany, Hungary, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Portugal, Regions, Romania, Russia, Slovakia, Spain, Speciality Travel, Switzerland, Western Europe

River cruising is gaining in popularity, but is it for you, and which river do you choose? The average age is slightly higher than ocean cruising, and it is generally more expensive, but it offers more inclusions and there is a suitable itinerary for everyone. It particularly suits those with an interest in history and

Top 5 ski resorts in Europe for Christmas

By Dan Frith on Nov 15, 2018 in Austria, Europe, France, Regions, Switzerland, Western Europe

Imagine waking up on Christmas morning, you cast a glance out of the bedroom window and lo and behold the world has turned white. Actually, it’s been white ever since you arrived in resort but it’s still nice to see the ‘snow on Christmas day’ box ticked. Choose any of the resorts below and it’s

Travel video of the week: Vienna from an eagle eye's view

By Paul Johnson on Nov 01, 2018 in Austria, Europe, Regions, Travel Miscellany, Videos, Western Europe

Watch the spectacular 360-degree video of Vienna from the perspective of an eagle, a product of Red Bull Media House for the Vienna Tourist Board. A world premiere – equipped with a 360-degree camera, the eagles flew over Vienna to capture impressive moving images of the city. Vienna’s beauty can only be seen to its

19 must-see destinations in 2019

By Paul Johnson on Oct 03, 2018 in Africa, Asia, Australia, Austria, Barbados, Bulgaria, Canada, Caribbean, Croatia, Europe, Featured, Germany, Greece, Japan, Malta, Mexico, Middle East, Morocco, Nevada, North America, Oceania, Pennsylvania, Regions, Seychelles, South Africa, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, USA, Western Europe

Ever wondered what the next hot destinations are likely to be? British Airways has come up with its own predictions for the year ahead, choosing 19 must-see destinations for 2019, as determined by new routes and exciting events happening around the globe. Without further ado, here are the 19 they’re saying you should look out

Combining luxury and adventure in Austria

By Craig Burton on Sep 07, 2018 in Adventure Travel, Austria, Europe, Regions, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

The pursuit of skiing and of luxury go hand-in-hand for many winter sports aficionados. Austria always fits the bill, combining a thrilling, slope-based experience with spellbinding scenery and equally stunning accommodation options – not to mention top-class cuisine. With an array of indulgent Alpine experiences at your fingertips, we’ll help narrow your search with a

The World Ski Awards Best Ski Chalets

By Dan Frith on Aug 13, 2018 in Accommodation, Austria, Europe, Events, France, Hotels, Regions, Switzerland, Travel Miscellany, Vacation Rentals, Western Europe

The World Ski Awards were launched in 2013, with the aim to reward the best in each category as voted for by travel professionals and skiers across the globe. They vote for their favourite ski tourism products and brands or chalets and hotels, whilst the audience who gather for the unveiling of the winners serve

Our favourite gourmet ski hotels

By Craig Burton on Jul 13, 2018 in Accommodation, Austria, Europe, Food and Drink, France, Going Out, Hotels, Italy, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

If your holiday involves taking to the slopes in style, food and drink can add a luxurious finishing touch to your trip. After working up an appetite on your favourite runs, there’s nothing quite like descending the mountain knowing a 5-star meal awaits you. Here are a few of our favourite hotels for a dining

6 luxurious self-catered accommodation options for your next ski trip

By Craig Burton on Jun 29, 2018 in Accommodation, Austria, Europe, France, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Switzerland, Vacation Rentals, Western Europe

For those who are used to all-inclusive, the freedom of self-catering can be a treat in itself – particularly when you have a luxury apartment to come back to after a day on the slopes. Without being tied to set meal times, you can do as you like. Dine at gourmet restaurants or bring home

Europe's 5 best gourmet restaurants for après-ski dining

By Craig Burton on Mar 17, 2018 in Austria, Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Italy, Regions, Restaurants, Switzerland, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

Après-ski is no longer simply about sipping cocktails and glasses of well-chilled Grüner Veltliner on sun-soaked chalet terraces. Today, it can also include some of the world’s finest dining experiences. Even Michelin starred chef Heston Blumenthal has noted his appreciation for Alpine restaurants, particularly in Courmayeur. While most of Europe’s resorts have a tantalising selection

The world’s best retreats to help beat anxiety and depression

By Frances Geoghegan on Mar 09, 2018 in Asia, Austria, Europe, Health & Safety, India, Regions, Spain, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Thailand, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

It can be hard to clear your head at home, even when you take time out from work. Sometimes you need to get away from reality for a few days to completely escape your worries, and embarking on a luxurious retreat is a great way to alleviate stress. Here you can discover our pick of

5 of the best European ski destinations for 2018

By Callum Davies on Feb 15, 2018 in Austria, Europe, France, Germany, Italy, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Sweden, Western Europe

January is over and the winter blues should be beginning to clear, however, if you’re still feeling like your summer holiday is a long way off why not consider a short winter break? February is a great time to book a last-minute getaway for some fun and excitement on the snowy slopes on Europe’s Top

The top 5 European ski resorts for couples

By Craig Burton on Feb 12, 2018 in Austria, Europe, France, Italy, Leisure Travel, Norway, Regions, Speciality Travel, Switzerland, Western Europe

Heading away on a ski trip together with your loved one is guaranteed to be romantic. Discover snow-covered, enchanted kingdoms and let the open fires and candlelit dinners work their magic. Here are our top five European destinations to fall in love with. Escapism in Geilo Skiing in Norway is more relaxed than much of

6 luxurious trains that'll spoil you

By Nehad Zein on Feb 06, 2018 in Asia, Austria, Featured, France, India, Italy, Japan, Malaysia, Rail Travel, Singapore, Speciality Travel, Thailand, United Kingdom, Western Europe, Worldwide

Trains are one of the oldest means of long-distance travel. They do a good job of providing an uncluttered, simple and straightforward travel experience where the problems are few and the advantages many. However, for those of us who’d like a touch of sophistication added to this seemingly simple mode of transport, what are the

Viennese Modernism Highlights: Wiener Secession

10 Viennese Modernism gems for art fans

By Barbara Grüll-Cação on Feb 02, 2018 in Attractions, Austria, Europe, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

At the turn of the 19th century Vienna’s art scene was packed with aesthets, geniuses, revolutionaries and psychos. Together they created the Viennese Modernism that still enthuses art fans around the world. Exactly 100 years after its key protagonists Gustav Klimt, Koloman Moser, Egon Schiele, and Otto Wagner died, what are the must sees of

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