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5 of the world’s most breathtaking hot air balloon flights

By Candice Bain on May 15, 2017 in Africa, Air Travel, Australia, Egypt, Leisure Travel, Middle East, Namibia, Oceania, Regions, Speciality Travel, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, Worldwide

Driving or hiking through incredible scenery is something most of us love to do on holiday. But imagine, instead, serenely floating above spectacular landscapes for a true birds-eye view of the beauty of nature. Taking a hot air balloon flight over some of the most memorable locations on earth is something you are likely to […]

Top 5 off-the-beaten track things to do in Istanbul

By Anna Moggia on Dec 07, 2016 in Attractions, Food and Drink, Going Out, Middle East, Regions, Travel Miscellany, Turkey

I visited this mesmerizing city for the first time in February of this year and fell in love! Fell in love with it’s dazzling colors, vibrant sounds, intriguing scents and wonderful people. I have only just returned from my second visit to find that I am infatuated! Friends and family were flabbergasted that I should […]

Failed Turkish coup reinforces the notion that airline seats are commodities

By Lars Condor on Sep 21, 2016 in Air Travel, Health & Safety, Middle East, Regions, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Turkey

On a Friday in late July, the world watched tanks rather than planes rolling down the runway at Istanbul’s International airport. Though the coup attempt proved was short-lived, its impact on promoting air travel to and through Turkey was catastrophic. Specifically, Turkish Airlines had spent significant time and money establishing itself as an elite global […]

Unlock Turkey: your key to luxury travel in Turkey

By Paul Johnson on Aug 07, 2016 in Accessories, Middle East, Regions, Travel Equipment, Turkey

For the first-time visitor, Turkey is full of surprises. This bridge between the East and West is as fascinating as it is mesmerising, but at the same time it can also be a little daunting if you’ve never been before. Hiring a guide is one option but if you’re the sort of person who prefers […]

The foothills of Atlas Mountains in Morocco

Top 6 family travel destinations for October half-term

By Craig Burkinshaw on Jul 29, 2016 in Africa, Asia, Family Travel, Japan, Massachusetts, Mauritius, Middle East, Morocco, New Hampshire, North America, South Africa, Speciality Travel, Turkey, USA, Worldwide

As the nights begin to draw in and the temperatures start to fall, it’s tempting to get away with your family for a change of scene. October half-term is the last chance in the school holidays calendar to make tracks before Christmas. You don’t always have to choose the most obvious destinations. These six family […]

Top 3 tantalising Turkish adventures

By Filip Boyen on Jun 23, 2016 in Attractions, Bars, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Middle East, Regions, Restaurants, Speciality Travel, Turkey

There are many sides to a country, some well-travelled and others left untouched. This is no truer of any country than it is of Turkey, a land steeped in rich history, a vibrant culture, and a bevy of magical destinations to fulfil your each and every desire. From the bustling streets of one of the […]

My latest challenge: running at least 10K every day throughout 2016

By Paul Johnson on Feb 18, 2016 in A Luxury Travel Blog, Europe, Featured, Middle East, Regions, Travel Miscellany, Turkey, United Kingdom, Western Europe

I have never been a particularly good runner but it’s something I enjoy doing and I’ve run a handful of marathons over the years (nothing particularly fast so don’t be too impressed!). This year, though, is a little different. I have set myself a running challenge that will really test me: to run at least […]

Top 10 cities for art lovers

By Rosario Gorgone on Feb 08, 2016 in Asia, Attractions, Austria, Europe, France, Germany, Going Out, Italy, Japan, Middle East, New York, North America, Regions, Turkey, United Kingdom, USA, Washington DC, Western Europe

In the art capitals of the world, art is everywhere – not only in the famous galleries and churches, but even in the most unexpected places. Turn the corner in Rome to discover a shrine high in the wall, or a colourful mural under a bridge. If you’re visiting a city for the first time, […]

Top 7 luxury city breaks in Europe for 2016

By Jack Huang on Jan 14, 2016 in Croatia, Eastern Europe, Europe, France, Italy, Malta, Middle East, Netherlands, Regions, Turkey, United Kingdom, Western Europe

What’s on the travel horizon for you for 2016? Here are some of the most elegant and luxurious city breaks that Europe has to offer. It might just be time to plan your next getaway… 1. Dubrovnik, Croatia Surrounded by ancient city walls and azure water, the Old Town of this Croatian city holds an […]

Turkey 4 ways

By Tom Marchant on Nov 23, 2015 in Attractions, Going Out, Middle East, Regions, Turkey

Turkey combines the best that the Mediterranean has to offer. From ancient mountains to golden beaches; it is in Turkey that the collision of exotic east with cosmopolitan west is most palpable. The by-product of this collision? A country that has something for everyone… Turkey for the historian Once home to some of the world’s […]

16 beauty experiences from around the world

By Anna Paparizou on Sep 19, 2015 in Africa, Asia, Central America, Costa Rica, Eastern Europe, Europe, Fiji, France, Greece, Hawaii, Hungary, Iceland, India, Indonesia, Mexico, Middle East, Morocco, North America, Oceania, Pacific Islands, Regions, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Thailand, Turkey, United Kingdom, USA, Western Europe

When traveling, make your days even more beautiful by experiencing beauty treatments based on ingredients and rituals native to the country you’re visiting. From Tahiti to Tulum and from Bali to Morocco, here are the 16 of the best beauty experiences you’re likely to find anywhere in the world! 1. Evian-les-Bains – hydrotherapy You know […]

6 of the best regional sporting events

By Katie Cosstick on Aug 14, 2015 in Asia, Australia, Cambodia, Canada, Chile, Events, India, Leisure Travel, Middle East, North America, Oceania, Regions, South America, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Turkey

Sport taps into a universal sense of passion and enthusiasm. With the excitement running up to the Olympic games in Rio de Janiero next year, we looked into some of the more local sporting events that are worth a look – and might otherwise be missed. So here are six of the best regional sporting […]

Top 5 things to do in Cappadocia, Turkey

By Chloe Gunning on Jun 01, 2015 in Accommodation, Air Travel, Attractions, Going Out, Hotels, Middle East, Regions, Speciality Travel, Turkey

Take to the skies with a hundred other hot air balloons and spot some sci-fi scenery at sunrise, then head underground to explore the ancient cave cities. Whether you’re above or below the ground, one thing is for sure – Cappadocia is a totally magical place! Read on for our top 5 suggestions on what […]

Istanbul in the footsteps of John Malkovich

By Jackie de Burca on May 16, 2015 in Accommodation, Attractions, Going Out, Hotels, Middle East, Regions, Turkey

Palaces line the shores of the Bosphorus Strait. Mosques and minarets mingle with European colonial buildings, which are punctuated from time to time with skyscrapers. In between there are bazaars and an abundance of luxury brands. I’m visiting one of the world’s most vibrant cities – inspirational Istanbul; former Constantinople and originally Byzantium. I’m on […]

Suite of the week: Bentley Suite, St. Regis Istanbul, Turkey

By Jackie de Burca on May 11, 2015 in Accommodation, Featured, Hotels, Middle East, Regions, Suite of the Week, Turkey

Suite name: Bentley Suite Location: St. Regis Istanbul, Turkey Size of accommodation: 140 sq metres plus over-sized terrace Cost per night: starts from €5,050.00 What makes it special: The Bentley Suite brings unique luxury motoring indoors, in a prime location, overlooking Istanbul’s answer to Fifth Avenue. You don’t need to be a Bentley owner, or […]

6 hot destinations on the trend-o-meter

By Tom Barber on Mar 13, 2015 in Africa, Asia, Central America, Europe, Greece, Guatemala, Middle East, Morocco, Regions, Sao Tome and Principe, Sri Lanka, Turkey, Western Europe

‘Darling, didn’t you know, fuchsia is the new black.’ And so someone in the fashion industry might deliver the ultimate put down – that you are…. wait for it…. off-trend. Well fear not, when talking travel it’s possible to avoid the same fate because here are some oh-so hot destinations that are most definitely the […]

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