Category: California

Photograph of the Week: Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco

Photograph of the week: Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco, California, USA

By on Mar 18, 2020 in Attractions, California, Going Out, North America, Regions, Road Travel, Speciality Travel, USA

In 2011 the American Society of Civil Engineers chose the Golden Gate Bridge for inclusion in its Seven Wonders of the Modern World. It’s not a stretch to understand why: not only is this iconic orange span of graceful steel recognized the world over, it is also, quite simply, a marvel of engineering, architectural design, […]

Photograph of the Week: Yosemite, Sierra Nevada Mountains, California

Photograph of the week: Yosemite National Park, Sierra Nevada, California, USA

By on Feb 26, 2020 in Attractions, California, Going Out, North America, Regions, USA

Yosemite National Park is many things to many people. For climbers, it is revered as the birthplace of rock climbing as a sport, and home to the holy grail of that sport: the Dawn Wall, El Capitan. For photo enthusiasts, it is well-known as muse to famed black-and-white photographer Ansel Adams. For snow-seekers it is […]

Beyond LEGOLAND®: why Carlsbad, California is the ultimate destination for the whole family

Beyond LEGOLAND®: why Carlsbad, California is the ultimate destination for the whole family

By on Dec 31, 2019 in Attractions, California, Going Out, North America, Regions, USA

As multigenerational travel continues to trend, families want to visit destinations where there are activities to satisfy everyone from toddlers to grandparents. A recent study by the U. S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation reported that Gen Z influences $600 billion of family spending, playing a pivotal role in the decision to take family trips. What […]

Luxury travel news this week

Luxury travel news this week

By on Nov 24, 2019 in Accommodation, Asia, California, Cruises & Boat Travel, Europe, France, Hotels, Italy, Japan, North America, Regions, Speciality Travel, USA, Western Europe

Here’s a round-up of luxury travel stories that have caught the eye this week. To make sure you receive these new weekly alerts in your web browser, please click on the red bell icon in the bottom right hand corner of the page and click ‘subscribe’ (works on desktop only – for other ways to […]

Celebrate the holidays in these 5 cozy US festival towns

Celebrate the holidays in these 5 cozy US festival towns

By on Nov 07, 2019 in California, Colorado, Florida, Maine, North America, Regions, USA, Vermont

The winter holidays are coming! For some, the holidays come with Christmas cheer, family gatherings and cozy cuddles. For others, the winter months can be isolating and lonely. Our cure? Travel. What better way to change things up than by going somewhere new? You don’t have to stay at home and watch a Hallmark movie. […]

6 reasons why Carlsbad, California should be your next wellness destination

6 reasons why Carlsbad, California should be your next wellness destination

By on Nov 02, 2019 in California, Leisure Travel, North America, Regions, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, USA

Nestled in the coastal foothills of north San Diego County, travelers will find the seaside town of Carlsbad, California. Known for its landmark attractions including The Flower Fields and LEGOLAND® California resort, it may come as a surprise that the destination is a mecca for wellness experiences. Originally drawing wellness seekers with its mineral spring […]

Luxury travel news this week

Luxury travel news this week

By on Jun 16, 2019 in Accommodation, Air Travel, California, Cruises & Boat Travel, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Middle East, North America, Regions, Space Travel, Speciality Travel, Turkey, USA

Here’s a round-up of luxury travel stories that have caught the eye this week. To make sure you receive these new weekly alerts in your web browser, please click on the red bell icon in the bottom right hand corner of the page and click ‘subscribe’ (works on desktop only – for other ways to […]

Where to play, stay and chill in Greater Palm Springs this Summer

Where to play, stay and chill in Greater Palm Springs this Summer

By on Jun 05, 2019 in Accommodation, Attractions, California, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, North America, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, USA

Sunrise hikes, mornings at the pool, midday spa retreats, mister-cooled dining al fresco, and dive-in movies under the stars—summer has arrived in Greater Palm Springs. Follow my blog with Bloglovin Ask any local or frequent warm weather guest, summer and fall in the oasis offer plenty of perks—unbeatable prices, super affordable family vacation packages, fewer […]

San Diego secrets

San Diego secrets

By on Jun 03, 2019 in Attractions, Bars, California, Featured, Food and Drink, Going Out, Leisure Travel, North America, Regions, Restaurants, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, USA

Rubbing elbows with local residents can offer visitors a unique look at a destination, but knowing where to go can be tricky, especially when locals want to keep their favourite hangouts a secret. Amidst San Diego’s vast and varied landscape – ranging from a bustling city centre and colourful neighbourhoods to 70 miles of sparkling […]

Top 10 most expensive cities in the world

Top 10 most expensive cities in the world

By on Mar 21, 2019 in Asia, California, China, Denmark, Europe, France, Hong Kong, Israel, Japan, Middle East, New York, North America, Regions, Singapore, South Korea, Switzerland, USA, Western Europe

Ever raised an eyebrow at the price of a meal on holiday? Spare a thought for those that live there. The Economist Intelligence Unit has published its annual Worldwide Cost of Living survey and it makes for very interesting reading. The survey was created to help companies calculate cost-of-living for expatriates and business travellers. Comparing the cost of […]

Luxury travel news this week

Luxury travel news this week

By on Feb 17, 2019 in Accommodation, Africa, Asia, California, Cruises & Boat Travel, Hotels, Japan, Middle East, North America, Regions, Speciality Travel, Tanzania, United Arab Emirates, USA

Here’s a round-up of luxury travel stories that have caught the eye this week. To make sure you receive these new weekly alerts in your web browser, please click on the red bell icon in the bottom right hand corner of the page and click ‘subscribe’ (works on desktop only – for other ways to […]

9 of the best California theme parks

9 of the best California theme parks

By on Jan 17, 2019 in Attractions, California, Going Out, North America, Regions, USA

California is renowned for its theme parks, amongst other things.  Above all, they offer a variety of ways to have fun – only limited by your time, your energy and, adrenalin.  Providing everything from castles, characters, thrill rides and incredible places which help us learn about the world around us.  And history too, the Louff […]

Luxury travel news this week

Luxury travel news this week

By on Dec 23, 2018 in Asia, Australia, California, China, Cruises & Boat Travel, Europe, Events, Featured, Gadgets, North America, Oceania, Regions, Space Travel, Speciality Travel, Travel Equipment, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, USA, Western Europe

Here’s a round-up of luxury travel stories that have caught the eye this week. To make sure you receive these new weekly alerts in your web browser, please click on the red bell icon in the bottom right hand corner of the page and click ‘subscribe’ (works on desktop only – for other ways to […]

7 ways to enjoy a luxurious multi-generational travel experience

7 ways to enjoy a luxurious multi-generational travel experience

By on Oct 07, 2018 in Accommodation, Adventure Travel, Africa, Argentina, Australia, California, Caribbean, Central America, Chile, Croatia, Cruises & Boat Travel, Eastern Europe, Europe, Family Travel, Featured, France, Greece, Leisure Travel, Mexico, North America, Oceania, Panama, Regions, Resorts, Road Travel, South America, Speciality Travel, USA, Vacation Rentals, Western Europe, Wyoming

Have you ever been on a multi-generational vacation? If you’re unfamiliar with the term, these are holidays that can be enjoyed by grandparents, parents and children alike, and something that is not always easy to achieve. Finding a single travel experience that will keep a wide age range entertained can be a challenge, but here […]

5 of Sonoma County's most exceptional wine tasting experiences

5 of Sonoma County’s most exceptional wine tasting experiences

By on Sep 24, 2018 in California, Food and Drink, North America, Regions, Travel Miscellany, USA

According to the Wine Institute, in 1996 Americans drank 1.89 gallons of wine per capita. Twenty years later, this figure increased to 2.94 gallons. Now considered an important part of American culture, wine is so popular in the U.S.A. that there are 7,700 wineries spread across all fifty states. As wine drinking has become more […]

Top 6 Summer destinations for luxury jet travelers

Top 6 Summer destinations for luxury jet travelers

By on Jun 23, 2018 in Africa, Air Travel, Asia, Bahamas, California, Caribbean, Europe, Fiji, Malta, North America, Oceania, Regions, South Africa, Speciality Travel, Thailand, USA, Western Europe

The definition of luxury travel continues to evolve. A new one is long overdue, anyway, as the term becomes more and more watered down with too many purveyors anxious to apply the misnomer to their brand. Price can lend to exclusivity, but shouldn’t be the only factor. True luxury tends to also revolve around authentic, […]