Category: North America

10 of the most exciting new luxury hotel openings of 2018

10 of the most exciting new luxury hotel openings of 2018

By on Feb 10, 2018 in Accommodation, Alaska, California, Canada, Colorado, Europe, Featured, Florida, Hotels, Italy, North America, Oregon, Resorts, United Kingdom, USA, Western Europe
The luxury travel industry is booming, with surveys suggesting that travellers are keen to explore more and willing to pay a little extra when indulging on their travel experiences. This growing demand is reflected by a number of exciting new luxury hotel openings across the globe. Here are just 10 of the many to look
Top 7 Winter sun destinations for 2018

Top 7 Winter sun destinations for 2018

By on Jan 26, 2018 in Antigua and Barbuda, Asia, Caribbean, Europe, Florida, Maldives, Malta, North America, Regions, Spain, Thailand, USA, Western Europe
Swap the cold, wintry nights for sun-kissed coves and a spot of sightseeing in the sunshine with these seven Winter sun destinations. Explore the underwater worlds below in the Maldives, capture breathtaking viewpoints in Southeast Asia and discover a rich cultural heritage in Malta. The Maldives Picture a coastal paradise of turquoise water and deserted
Celebrating Day of the Dead in Mérida

Celebrating Day of the Dead in Mérida

By on Jan 19, 2018 in Attractions, Events, Going Out, Mexico, North America, Regions, Travel Miscellany
The biggest celebration in Mexico, the Day of the Dead (Hanal Pixan), takes place between 28th October and 2nd November and is becoming so popular, even London had its very own festival in 2017, sponsored by the popular restaurant chain Wahaca. The festival paid special tribute to victims of the tragic Earthquake in Mexico City
10 things to do in the Catskills – a weekend getaway from NYC

10 things to do in the Catskills – a weekend getaway from NYC

By on Jan 18, 2018 in Accommodation, Attractions, Bars, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, New York, North America, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, USA
Considered by many to be one of the most beautiful parts of New York State, the Catskill mountains play host to hundreds of thousands of visitors from NYC each year. The Catskills close proximity to the city, pristine nature, well developed tourist industry and affordable accommodations make it the perfect getaway for the ever stressed
Amazing animals to see in Canada

Amazing animals to see in Canada

By on Jan 16, 2018 in Canada, North America, Regions
Canada is well known for its bears & whales. Whether its Grizzly or Polar, Orca or Beluga, Canada has them covered and there are many trips offering chances to glimpse these wonderful creatures.  However, do you know the other animals that Canada has to offer? Moose Moose can be found across Canada, with heavily forested
London to New York: now more comfortable than ever

London to New York: now more comfortable than ever

By on Jan 09, 2018 in Air Travel, Europe, Featured, Food and Drink, New York, North America, Regions, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, USA, Western Europe
Thanks to a partnership between national carrier British Airways and leading lifestyle brand The White Company, travellers on the airline’s flagship route between London Heathrow and New York JFK are enjoying exclusive luxury with a better-than-ever sound night’s sleep in the sky. (New York also happens to be where The White Company has opened its
Luxury vacation rentals turn Disney World into a celebrity hangout

Luxury vacation rentals turn Disney World into a celebrity hangout

By on Jan 07, 2018 in Accommodation, Celebrities, Florida, North America, Regions, Travel Miscellany, USA, Vacation Rentals
Disney World has always had global appeal, the much-loved cartoon characters brought to oversized life are popular with children and adults alike. There is probably not a parent on the planet that hasn’t had the heartstrings tugged by a kid that just wants to see Mickey, Pluto and friends.  To be fair, it is a
Aspen

Top 5 luxury ski destinations in the USA

By on Jan 07, 2018 in California, Colorado, Featured, Leisure Travel, North America, Regions, Speciality Travel, USA, Utah
A country where mountains are impressively huge, snowfall is pristine and champagne powder is de rigueur: the USA certainly has sublime ski territory. We’ve chosen our favourite spots for a truly indulgent trip to the slopes. Aspen, Colorado Aspen has four spectacular mountains to choose from: Snowmass – home to the largest lift-served vertical descent
6 reasons to visit the Yucatan Peninsula

6 reasons to visit the Yucatan Peninsula

By on Jan 02, 2018 in Attractions, Events, Food and Drink, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Mexico, North America, Regions, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany
The view from the window of the new Dreamliner showed a thick green carpet below as we landed into Cancun airport. Quite surprising, since my perception of Mexico had been one of deserts and cacti, probably obtained from watching too many westerns. The Yucatan Peninsula is an altogether different place, full of lush vegetation, with
18 of the best countries to visit in 2018

18 of the best countries to visit in 2018

By on Jan 01, 2018 in Africa, Antarctic, Arctic, Asia, Belize, Bhutan, Botswana, Brazil, Canada, Central America, Denmark, Eastern Europe, Europe, Faroe Islands, Featured, France, India, Italy, Japan, Malawi, Malta, Mauritius, New Zealand, North America, Oceania, Poland, Polar Regions, Regions, South America, Spain, Sri Lanka, Western Europe
Travel and tourism is one industry that has continued to thrive in recent years, consistently out-performing the global economy, and 2018 looks to be no exception. We spoke to a number of experts in the industry to find out their opinions on the countries to visit in the year ahead. And so here are 18
The world's greatest theme park - Xcaret?

The world's greatest theme park - Xcaret?

By on Dec 23, 2017 in Attractions, Family Travel, Going Out, Mexico, North America, Speciality Travel
Imagine a rip-roaring Indiana Jones’ day-out. Swimming along a subterranean river, walking rope bridges high in a steamy jungle of touchwood trees, swimming with sharks and perilously hanging onto a rope across the ocean. Slammin’ down Tequila shots if you choose. If you’ve taken the chaotic horn-blaring road south from Cancun for 35 miles, you will have
6 ways to enjoy New Orleans in Winter

6 ways to enjoy New Orleans in Winter

By on Dec 22, 2017 in Attractions, Bars, Clubs, Food and Drink, Going Out, Louisiana, North America, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, USA
New Orleans has its own personality any time of the year, but the winter season in the Big Easy offers visitors a chance to experience attractions that aren’t offered during the peak summer months. New Orleans is not only one of the largest cities in Louisiana, but is also the Gulf of Mexico’s busiest northern
Bisate Lodge

7 luxurious stays to make a difference this Christmas

By on Dec 21, 2017 in Africa, Asia, Brazil, Cambodia, Canada, Europe, Kenya, New York, North America, Regions, Rwanda, South America, Sweden, USA, Western Europe, Worldwide
Sometimes when we travel, it’s easy to forget about the world around us and the communities we impact along the way. Although we love ultra-luxe villas, powder white sands and first class-service, we love it even more when we find resorts that give a little something extra back – not just to us but to
The 5 best prohibition bars in NYC

The 5 best prohibition bars in NYC

By on Dec 18, 2017 in Bars, Food and Drink, Going Out, New York, North America, Regions, Travel Miscellany, USA
On January 16, 1920 the 22nd Amendment was put into effect banning the sale and consumption of alcohol in the United States. As Prohibition agents patrolled the streets of New York City, illegal practices and criminal activity ran rampant. During the 13 years of Prohibition, more than 15,000 speakeasy bars were opened. Although many of
5 of the best luxury ski resorts for families

5 of the best luxury ski resorts for families

By on Dec 15, 2017 in Accommodation, Canada, Colorado, Europe, Family Travel, France, Hotels, Leisure Travel, North America, Regions, Resorts, Speciality Travel, Switzerland, USA, Western Europe
Skiing is a treasured family past time for many. Old or young, family members of all ages and abilities can enjoy the fun and beauty of snow-capped mountains across the globe. Whether your favorite part of the vacation is hitting the slopes, taking in the breathtaking views, or sipping hot chocolate in the lodge, these
5 of the best extreme ski runs in Canada

5 of the best extreme ski runs in Canada

By on Dec 14, 2017 in Adventure Travel, Canada, Leisure Travel, North America, Regions, Speciality Travel
Canada has some great, well known ski resorts such as Whistler Blackcomb on the west coast and Banff Lake Louise in the Alberta Rockies, but also many superb lesser known ones such as Panorama in the BC Rockies. They are not short of steep terrain but which resorts offer the most extreme ski run experience