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5 of the strangest tourist attractions in the world

By Michelle Stonehill on Jan 31, 2013 in Asia, Attractions, Czech Republic, Eastern Europe, Europe, Going Out, India, Mexico, Middle East, North America, Regions, Turkey, United Kingdom, Western Europe, Worldwide

If laying on a beach isn’t your thing and you’re not one for adrenaline-filled action but are looking for something a bit more unusual than the museums or standard tourist attractions, then this is for you. Hidden amongst some of the World’s most popular destinations are some of the strangest tourist attractions in the world.

A stunning underground oasis in Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula

By Paul Johnson on Nov 05, 2012 in Attractions, Featured, Going Out, Mexico, North America, Regions, Travel Miscellany, Videos

If you’ve ever ventured inland on Yucatan Peninsula, you may have noticed a distinct lack of major rivers in the area. This is because the prevailing rock type is porous limestone and the water makes its way into a network of underground channels and caverns. There are in fact thousands of freshwater sinkholes in the

10 of the most exclusive luxury hotel services

By Max Statham on Oct 25, 2012 in Accommodation, Arizona, Asia, Brazil, California, Caribbean, Europe, Hotels, India, Italy, Jamaica, Mexico, New York, North America, Regions, South America, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Switzerland, United Kingdom, USA, Western Europe

If you believe that a luxurious hotel is just a place to stay for a night, you are wrong. Luxurious hotels offer much more than fashionable interior and unusual exterior to attract visitors. A wish to amaze guests has no limits. Nowadays hotels offer exclusive services for the most sophisticated visitors: from unique spa-procedures to

12 of the most stunning winter sun locations in the world

By Simon Goddard on Oct 24, 2012 in Africa, Asia, Australia, Cape Verde, Caribbean, Cuba, Egypt, Europe, Florida, India, Leisure Travel, Malaysia, Mexico, Middle East, North America, Oceania, Regions, Spain, Speciality Travel, Sri Lanka, Thailand, United Arab Emirates, USA, Western Europe, Worldwide

Following one of the wettest summers on record, Britons are in much need of some rest and recuperation in a dry, warm and sunny climate. But where can you go for almost guaranteed winter sunshine? What are the best beaches to eat your Christmas dinner on? Where are the perfect spots of winter paradise? Don’t fret, we’ve thrown

Combining luxury and a care for the environment in Mexico

By Catherine D'Arcy on Oct 22, 2012 in Accommodation, Hotels, Mexico, North America

So, how do you have a luxury holiday with every comfort and convenience AND sleep well at night knowing you’ve done your bit for the environment? The answer, visit Hotelito Desconocido. Hotelito isn’t new, but having missed its previous incarnation I was fortunate enough to visit it just weeks after its grand re-opening. I must confess I

Highlights of the Condé Nast Traveler 25th Annual Readers' Choice Awards

By Paul Johnson on Oct 18, 2012 in Accommodation, Asia, Australia, Caribbean, China, Cruises & Boat Travel, Dominican Republic, Hawaii, Hotels, Illinois, India, Mexico, New York, North America, Oceania, Regions, Resorts, South Carolina, Speciality Travel, USA

The results are in for the Condé Nast Traveler 25th Annual Readers’ Choice Awards. The awards rank the best cities, islands, cruise lines, airlines, hotels, and resorts worldwide. A record 46,476 readers participated, rating 370 hotels, resorts, and cruise lines above a score of 90! (To put this in perspective, the first list in 1988

Suite of the week: Esmeralda EA 101, Esmerelda, Rocky Point, Mexico

By Paul Johnson on Oct 01, 2012 in Accommodation, Featured, Mexico, North America, Regions, Resorts, Suite of the Week

Suite name: Esmeralda EA 101 Resort: Esmerelda, Rocky Point, Mexico Size of accommodation: 5,000 sq ft Cost per night: 345 USD on week nights, 403 USD on weekends What makes it special? A subtle influence of low-key hacienda bursting with modern amenities. You’ll forget to visit the beach once you step inside this luxurious, million

5 of the world's creepiest places to visit

By Max Statham on Sep 11, 2012 in Asia, Belgium, China, Eastern Europe, Europe, Japan, Mexico, North America, Regions, Russia, Western Europe

It would be a platitude to say that tourist courtiers usually try to attract tourists and travelers by loud titles like “The best restaurant”, “The most expensive hotel”, “The best polar lights”, etc. Well, I’ve been to the best restaurant of Berlin and the best restaurant of Madrid, and I can’t tell for sure which one is better.

5 of the world's most inspirational resorts

By Carole Booth on Aug 13, 2012 in Accommodation, Africa, Caribbean, Mexico, Middle East, Morocco, North America, Regions, Resorts, Saint Kitts and Nevis, South Africa, United Arab Emirates

I’ve selected the following five resorts for special praise based on a number of metrics. We all love to discover somewhere unique, somewhere exciting or unusual when looking for the ideal place to stay- so I just wanted to share with you five of my personal recommendations that have inspired me on my own travels. Capella

Glamping shows its alternative side

By Abby Jeffords on Jul 31, 2012 in Accommodation, Camping, Chile, Hotels, Mexico, North America, Regions, South America, USA

Luxury camping is not just about safari tents, yurts and tree houses. While these types of accommodations are unique in their own rights there is an otherworldly side of glamping that many travelers have never seen before and could possibly never imagine. The most intriguing thing about glamping is that sites can be built practically

Luxury travel links of the week

By Paul Johnson on Jun 10, 2012 in Accommodation, Cruises & Boat Travel, Europe, Hotels, Mexico, North America, Portugal, Regions, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

A weekly pick of luxury travel links for your perusal… Luxury holidays from Carrier Explore Mexico’s Riviera Maya Stylish European cruises from Silversea Heaven on the Algarve at the Hotel Quinta do Lago

Luxury spa experiences in the Riviera Maya

By Rodolfo Gonzalez on Apr 26, 2012 in Accommodation, Hotels, Mexico, North America, Regions, Resorts, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel

The luxury spa industry has experienced an incredible growth in Mexico during the last decade. According to the Spa Latin American Association, the spa industry in Mexico has registered a 25% annual growth since 2007. Several destinations such as Cancun, Puerto Vallarta, and Cabo San Lucas offer state-of-the-art spa resorts. But one destination that is

Top 10 holiday cocktails and their origins

By Carole Booth on Mar 12, 2012 in Asia, Brazil, Caribbean, Cuba, Europe, Food and Drink, France, Ireland, Italy, Mexico, North America, Puerto Rico, Regions, Singapore, South America, Travel Miscellany, USA, Western Europe

We all love a good cocktail whilst on holiday, the two go hand in hand like Bonnie and Clyde or roast beef and Yorkshire pudding. I’ve put together this little fun list of the best ones out there, where they hail from and how they are made: Singapore Sling, Singapore This fabulous cocktail was famously

Top 10 Caribbean dream escapes

By Paul Johnson on Nov 16, 2011 in Antigua and Barbuda, Aruba, Barbados, Caribbean, Cayman Islands, Dominican Republic, Jamaica, Mexico, Netherlands Antilles, North America, Puerto Rico, US Virgin Islands

In an email just in, Tripadvisor tell me that their top 10 Caribbean dream escapes are as listed below. Grand Cayman tops the pile, whilst many others are notable in their absence (eg. Bahamas, Bermuda, British Virgin Islands, St. Kitts, St. Lucia, etc.) What do you make of the list? 1. Grand Cayman 2. Aruba

In profile: One&Only Luxury Resorts

By Carole Booth on Jul 31, 2011 in Accommodation, Africa, Bahamas, Bars, Caribbean, Central America, Going Out, Mauritius, Mexico, Middle East, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, South Africa, United Arab Emirates, Worldwide

With a name like One&Only, you really can’t afford to have too many properties in your portfolio, and true to the name, this luxury hotel brand feature just seven luxury spa hotels worldwide. Dubai is the only place in the world to boast two One&Only resorts; the distinctive Royal Mirage featuring three separate accommodation wings

10 hidden gems for wining and dining

By Paul Johnson on Jun 22, 2011 in Africa, Australia, Europe, Food and Drink, France, Going Out, Italy, Lebanon, Malta, Mexico, Middle East, North America, Oceania, Portugal, Regions, Restaurants, South Africa, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe

Tripadvisor has released its ’10 hidden gems for wining and dining’. Making the shortlist are the following: 1. Enoteca de Belem, Lisbon, Portugal 2. La Vineria Bollicine, Sorrento, Italy 3. Chez Marcel, Paris, France 4. Voyager Estate, Margaret River, Australia 5. The Wine Cellar, Willemstad, Curacao 6. Rust en Vrede, Stellenbosch, South Africa 7. La

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