Category: Italy

5 luxury winery getaways

5 luxury winery getaways

By on Oct 15, 2014 in Argentina, California, Europe, Food and Drink, France, Italy, North America, Regions, South America, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, USA, Western Europe

There is nothing better than enjoying a great glass of wine while you relax on holiday somewhere luxurious. So why not plan your next trip to one of the world’s top wineries and wine-making regions? We’ve put together a wishlist of the places every wine-lover needs to visit. Each location is rich in flavour and […]

7 luxury travel experiences worth every penny

7 luxury travel experiences worth every penny

By on Oct 15, 2014 in Belize, California, Central America, Cruises & Boat Travel, Europe, Family Travel, Greece, Italy, Leisure Travel, Middle East, New York, North America, Speciality Travel, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, USA, Western Europe

If you had to spend the earth for the ultimate experience, would you? Where do you draw the line on luxury and extravagance? The perfect holiday is a fusion between accommodation, food, relaxation and attractions. From all the things we take away from our holidays only one really lasts: the experience we had. Over time […]

8 of the world's 'ultra luxe' bathrooms

8 of the world’s ‘ultra luxe’ bathrooms

By on Oct 09, 2014 in Accommodation, Africa, Asia, Austria, Europe, France, Hotels, Italy, Leisure Travel, Maldives, Regions, Resorts, Seychelles, South Africa, Speciality Travel, Tanzania, Western Europe

We spend a lot of time in the bathroom. A good bathroom is a necessity, a beautiful bathroom is a luxury, but the following bathrooms, are just out of this world. I like to put them in the ‘Ultra Luxe’ box. A section of the ‘marketing mix’ which has been thoroughly thought about and is […]

5 recommended superyacht honeymoon destinations

5 recommended superyacht honeymoon destinations

By on Oct 06, 2014 in Anguilla, Bahamas, Caribbean, Cruises & Boat Travel, Europe, Greece, Honeymoons, Italy, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Turks and Caicos, Western Europe

Set sail with the one you love and experience memories that will last forever on board your own luxury superyacht charter. Imagine watching the sun rise and fall over the glittering ocean, sipping chilled Champagne on the sun deck, indulging in a personal massage and dining beneath the stars, feeling the sway of the tide […]

5 favorite Summer cycle rides

5 favorite Summer cycle rides

By on Sep 28, 2014 in Caribbean, Colorado, Europe, France, Guadeloupe, Italy, Leisure Travel, Massachusetts, North America, Regions, Road Travel, Speciality Travel, USA, Western Europe

You know what makes me smile? Riding through gorgeous destinations in the warm, Summer sun. For me, nothing beats pushing myself to the limit as I climb a steep incline, biking through the most stunning locations, or cycling for a cause that is near and dear to my heart. In short, it’s all about the […]

3 action–packed European destinations that are hot in September

3 action–packed European destinations that are hot in September

By on Aug 31, 2014 in Europe, Greece, Italy, Middle East, Regions, Turkey, Western Europe

With much of the northern part of Europe cooling down significantly from the end of August onwards, there are still plenty of scorching European destinations you can visit if you want to top up your fading tan. Whether you are looking for amazing beaches and relaxation, culture and cuisine or action packed excitement, these destinations […]

Top 3 escapes for gourmands

Top 3 escapes for gourmands

By on Aug 28, 2014 in Accommodation, Caribbean, Europe, Events, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Italy, Middle East, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, Saint Lucia, Travel Miscellany, United Arab Emirates, Western Europe

Gourmands and epicureans will go where their taste buds lead; lovers of fine food know no bounds, scouring the world for fresh and innovative culinary experiences, and hotels are increasingly aligning themselves with this rise in gastronomic tourism. Here is our pick of the top three ‘foodie’ events this autumn. Arabian avant-garde in an urban […]

My top 5 wineries in Europe

My top 5 wineries in Europe

By on Aug 25, 2014 in Attractions, Europe, Food and Drink, France, Going Out, Italy, Regions, Spain, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

It is nearly impossible to choose my favorite wineries. It’s difficult enough for me to choose my favorite bikes, food, hotels… my travels have brought me to countless vineyards across the beautiful stretches of Europe, and all have impressed me. Now, with harvest season upon us, it feels like the proper moment to pick out […]

Post Ranch Inn

Top 10 luxury rooms with a view

By on Aug 22, 2014 in Accommodation, Africa, Asia, California, Chile, Europe, Featured, Hotels, Iceland, India, Italy, Japan, Mexico, New Zealand, North America, Oceania, Regions, Resorts, South Africa, South America, USA, Western Europe, Worldwide, Zambia

There’s nothing better than rolling over and waking up to a stunning view of our beautiful world. So we’ve searched far and wide for the rooms with some of the most incredible views imaginable, ranging from those only accessible by flying in by helicopter to sleeping outside in the African wilderness for 360 degrees of […]

Interview with Kat Judge, Owner and Head Chef of AliKats Mountain Holidays

Interview with Kat Judge, Owner and Head Chef of AliKats Mountain Holidays

By on Aug 01, 2014 in Accommodation, Canada, Celebrities, Denmark, Europe, Food and Drink, France, Going Out, Hotels, Interviews, Italy, Jordan, Middle East, North America, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, Turkey, Vacation Rentals, Western Europe

Kat Judge, along with her husband Al, runs the chalet company AliKats Mountain Holidays based in Morzine, France. They offer truly exceptional catered Alpine chalet holidays to their guests. Ever since Al and Kat met at a fancy dress party in Stoke Newington in 2006, they talked about moving from London to the Alps to […]

Photograph of the week: Stars over the Adriatic

Photograph of the week: Stars over the Adriatic

By on Jul 16, 2014 in Croatia, Cruises & Boat Travel, Eastern Europe, Europe, Italy, Regions, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

This image was taken around midnight from Star Clippers’ ‘Royal Clipper’, looking straight up at the stars above the Adriatic while sailing from Venice to Rovinj in Croatia. Royal Clipper has five masts and 42 sails and is the largest commercial passenger vessel of its kind. The photographer used a 60 second exposure with the […]

Interview with Rana Florida, CEO of the Creative Class Group

Interview with Rana Florida, CEO of the Creative Class Group

By on Jul 08, 2014 in Accommodation, Air Travel, Celebrities, Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Interviews, Italy, Middle East, Regions, Restaurants, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, United Arab Emirates, Western Europe

Rana Florida is the CEO of the Creative Class Group, managing new business development, marketing, consulting, research and global operations. The firm’s clients include BMW, Converse, Starwood, IBM, Philips, and Zappos to name just a few. Rana has appeared as a guest on The Today Show and MSNBC and was featured on the front business […]

Top 8 unusual luxury retreats

Top 8 unusual luxury retreats

By on Jun 25, 2014 in Accommodation, Adventure Travel, Africa, Asia, Europe, Finland, Germany, Hotels, Indonesia, Italy, North America, Regions, Resorts, South Africa, Speciality Travel, Sweden, Tanzania, USA, Utah, Western Europe

There are countless beautiful hotels these days, with luxurious interiors and perfect locations making them pretty hard to beat. But we’ve been seeking something a little more extraordinary. From incredible tree houses you’ve always dreamed about to hidden underwater boltholes, we’ve uncovered the best places for a unique yet luxurious get away. A night in an igloo? […]

The Mediterranean’s top 3 surreal underwater destinations

The Mediterranean’s top 3 surreal underwater destinations

By on Jun 24, 2014 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Egypt, Europe, Greece, Italy, Regions, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

The Earth’s oceans and seas cover more than 70% of the planet’s surface and still 95% of this realm remains unexplored by human life. Life in the oceans is unrivalled in its beauty and yet we have better maps of Mars than we do of the ocean floor. Considering that there are more artefacts and […]

10 iconic World Heritage Sites and the places to stay when visiting

10 iconic World Heritage Sites and the places to stay when visiting

By on Jun 12, 2014 in Accommodation, Africa, Arizona, Asia, Attractions, Australia, Chile, China, Egypt, Europe, Going Out, Hotels, India, Italy, North America, Oceania, Peru, Regions, Resorts, South America, USA, Vatican City, Western Europe, Worldwide

There are currently 981 World Heritage Sites worldwide. To be considered one it has to have ‘outstanding universal value’ and falls into the following sites: cultural, natural and mixed. A World Heritage Site could range from being a building, a mountain, a lake to a desert, monument, forest and even a city. Here are just […]

Step back in time and discover the world's best kept secret beaches

Step back in time and discover the world’s best kept secret beaches

By on Jun 06, 2014 in Asia, Attractions, Australia, Europe, Going Out, Greece, Indonesia, Italy, Leisure Travel, Mexico, New Zealand, North America, Oceania, Portugal, Regions, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

There is nothing more satisfying than personally discovering hidden treasures of golden sand and crystal clear water. The simple pleasures of pristine beauty await those fortunate enough to research thoroughly enough, or travel far enough to find them. The thought of a day or more at the one of the best kept beaches rewards the […]