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Top 5 luxury travel experiences for 2020

Top 5 luxury travel experiences for 2020

By on Dec 12, 2019 in Accommodation, Asia, Cruises & Boat Travel, Ecuador, Europe, Hotels, India, Italy, Rail Travel, Regions, Resorts, South America, Speciality Travel, Sweden, Thailand, Western Europe

As 2019 draws to a close, perhaps you’ve started thinking about your 2020 travel bucket-list? To help inspire, we’ve picked out the very best travel experiences for next year, whether you’re after a luxury rail journey or Arctic adventure. Discover our top picks below. Italy & the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express We all know the Orient Express […]

Luxury travel news this week

Luxury travel news this week

By on Nov 24, 2019 in Accommodation, Asia, California, Cruises & Boat Travel, Europe, France, Hotels, Italy, Japan, North America, Regions, Speciality Travel, USA, 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 […]

5 "must sees" on a trip to Italy's Amalfi Coast

5 “must sees” on a trip to Italy’s Amalfi Coast

By on Nov 19, 2019 in Attractions, Europe, Going Out, Italy, Regions, Western Europe

As soon as you see the beauty of the Amalfi Coast, you will understand why it has become one of the most visited destinations in the country. Sitting between Naples and Salerno, the coastline boasts mountain vistas and the Sorrento Peninsula. The scenery is magnificent and takes several days to see everything worth seeing, so […]

Luxury travel news this week

Luxury travel news this week

By on Nov 17, 2019 in Cruises & Boat Travel, Europe, Italy, Regions, Speciality Travel, 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 […]

Top 5 historical hotels you need to experience

Top 5 historical hotels you need to experience

By on Nov 13, 2019 in Accommodation, Africa, Asia, Europe, France, Hotels, Italy, Regions, South Africa, Vietnam, Western Europe

There is something about staying in a place which is riddled with a very rich past. It feels like you are writing a page in a history book, but with all the modern trimmings one enjoys in the 21st century. Some of these historical hotels however are taking it to another level. Let me take […]

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Christmas is a time for giving (back)

By on Nov 02, 2019 in Africa, Asia, Belize, Cambodia, Caribbean, Central America, Costa Rica, Europe, Hawaii, Italy, Mexico, New Zealand, North America, Oceania, Regions, Saint Lucia, Thailand, USA, Western Europe, Zambia

The fast-approaching Christmas and Chanukah seasons are a special time, especially so for families. It is regarded as the time for giving, and it is even better to give-back. Travel and celebrate the essence of Christmas and Chanukah: give back and help those less fortunate on a festive family trip that changes lives… not just […]

6 of Europe's most luxurious rail journeys

6 of Europe’s most luxurious rail journeys

By on Oct 24, 2019 in Eastern Europe, Europe, Italy, Leisure Travel, Portugal, Rail Travel, Russia, Spain, Speciality Travel, United Kingdom, Western Europe

While there are myriad ways to experience Europe’s heritage-filled cities, spectacular landscapes and world-class gastronomy, we think it’s all perhaps best showcased with a luxury rail journey. Expect centuries-old tradition and five-star service framed by iconic views that range from the rolling hills of the Scottish Highlands to the coastal charm of Spain’s north. See […]

Europe’s top 9 private jet airports

Europe’s top 9 private jet airports

By on Oct 13, 2019 in Air Travel, France, Italy, Regions, Speciality Travel, Switzerland, United Kingdom

Private jets have access to over 3,000 airports in Europe, but which airports are most popular with private jet users? We look at the busiest airports in Europe based on the number of movements (landing and take-offs) throughout the year by private jet. Although Paris Le Bourget is top of the list with the most […]

10 things you need to know when visiting Italy

10 things you need to know when visiting Italy

By on Oct 11, 2019 in Europe, Italy, Regions, Western Europe

Italy is a country of great beauty, great culture and most importantly, great gelato! Seeing a place with fresh, naïve eyes is often a brilliant way to soak up your surroundings and experience the wonderment that you may have left behind in your childhood years. However, it is wise not to go into it completely […]

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Meaningful trips inspired by the Rugby World Cup

By on Oct 09, 2019 in Africa, Argentina, Australia, Europe, Fiji, Italy, New Zealand, Oceania, Regions, South Africa, South America, Western Europe

We are well into the Rugby World Cup, hosted for the first time in an Asian nation – Japan. This year’s event is set to be the most openly contested ever – so hard to pick the winner, with at least 6 countries laying plausible claim to the title. Japan’s historic win over one of the […]

Luxury travel news of the week

Luxury travel news of the week

By on Sep 29, 2019 in Accommodation, Attractions, Europe, Events, France, Going Out, Hotels, Italy, Monaco, Regions, Travel Miscellany, 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 […]

5 amazing corporate event yacht charter destinations in the Western Mediterranean

5 amazing corporate event yacht charter destinations in the Western Mediterranean

By on Sep 24, 2019 in Business Travel, Cruises & Boat Travel, Europe, France, Italy, Monaco, Regions, Spain, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

Luxury yacht charters are becoming more accessible the world over, catering to anything from a single guest to 150 at dockside functions; and it is for this reason that corporate event charters in the Mediterranean – the first and most popular yacht charter grounds – are an integral way to make your company stand out […]

6 things to do in Rome this Winter

6 things to do in Rome this Winter

By on Sep 17, 2019 in Attractions, Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Italy, Regions, Travel Miscellany, Vatican City, Western Europe

When Starbucks introduces their seasonal Pumpkin Spice Latte, it usually means cooler weather is inevitably on its way.  Summer is almost behind us, but that doesn’t mean your travels should halt until warmer weather prevails. Visiting Rome in the winter is an experience you shouldn’t miss. Regarded as one of Europe’s most beautiful cities, Rome […]

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The top 5 Fall destinations… to be transformed

By on Sep 04, 2019 in Africa, Asia, Australia, Bhutan, Europe, India, Italy, Morocco, Nepal, Oceania, Regions, Western Europe

Mid-September to mid-December can be tricky to get right in terms of travel destinations, mostly due to unsettled weather, rains and even hurricanes. But help is at hand! There are parts of the world where these months are ideal: the rainy season has finished and resplendent in greenery in India and Bhutan, the scorching heat […]

Top 5 destinations for making (what’s left of) the Summer meaningful

Top 5 destinations for making (what’s left of) the Summer meaningful

By on Aug 26, 2019 in Africa, Central America, Costa Rica, Europe, Italy, Kenya, Namibia, Regions, Western Europe, Zambia

We may be in the second half of summer, but there is still time to get out and make a difference with your family. Here are my top 5 recommendations for where to go make your Summer meaningful and bond closer with your kids, creating memories that will last a lifetime. 1. Zambia Zambia co-hosts […]

5 halal-friendly city breaks in Europe

5 halal-friendly city breaks in Europe

By on Aug 23, 2019 in Eastern Europe, Europe, Food and Drink, Italy, Poland, Regions, Spain, Switzerland, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe

Looking to visit halal-friendly Europe sometime soon? These bustling European cities are ready to provide you with the ultimate city break. Whether it’s history, architecture, famous landmarks, nature, the countryside, or the halal food that you’re looking to explore, we’re sure our selected 5 City Breaks in Europe will give you something to look forward […]