5 ways to indulge in London during October
Are you planning a visit to London this month? The month of October in England’s capital city isnt just…
Recipe of the week: Roast loin of Dorset lamb and braised shoulder shepherds pie
This delicious plateful of local Dorset lamb is a fine example of an English dish rejuvenated with a modern…
5 of the best sunsets in the world
One of the most magical moments of any holiday is watching the sun set over stunning scenery. The sunset…
Helicopter skiing in Iceland
Ever fancied helicopter skiing in Iceland? This is adventure heli-skiing at its best: thousands of never before skied peaks…
Recipe of the week: Fresh tuna tartar with wasabi ice cream and soya and passion fruit sauce
This weeks recipe is a refreshing delicacy from the heart of the Algarve. The fresh bluefin tuna melts in…
Impressive panorama of Preikestolen, Norway
Regular visitors to A Luxury Travel Blog may recall the video I posted a couple of days ago, showing…
The world’s most luxurious spa pools and baths
Some of the world’s most opulent hotels seem to be competing for bragging rights on the most over the…
Top 5 wine tours in Italy
Some of the best things to come from Italy: Leonardo da Vinci, the Fiat 500, pizza, limoncello, Dolce &…
3 walks in SW Cornwall and 3 good lunches
I’ve written about my love of Cornwall before, much of it related to my own mining heritage and exploring…
Top 5 luxury skiing destinations
Now summer’s gone we’re looking for holidays which make winter seem a little bit brighter. There’s nothing more exhilarating…
Hiking to Preikestolen, Norway
The iconic Preikestolen – also known as Pulpit Rock – rises over 600 metres above Norway’s Lysefjord. Take the…
5 wines to taste in Umbria
Wine production in Umbria dates back to ancient times. Archaeological artifacts show evidence that the Etruscans engaged in viticulture…
Fascinating ice sculpture festivals from around the world
Ice sculpting continues to not just intrigue but to fascinate many people. It is the extreme skills of the…
The top ski destinations for 2013/14
As the end of the year draws nearer and the colder weather rapidly closes in, thoughts naturally turn to…
Berlin’s top ‘lesser known’ art galleries
As the gorgeous European summer fades into memory and the leaves begin turning orange and gold here in the…
Private jet versus business class – which would you choose?
Willem de Kooning, the Dutch American artist once said, The trouble with being poor is it takes up all your time. Whilst…
