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8 ways to immerse yourself in America's natural wonders

By Andrew Morten on Jan 17, 2023 in Arizona, Attractions, California, Connecticut, Delaware, Georgia, Going Out, Illinois, Indiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, New Hampshire, North America, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Regions, Rhode Island, USA, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington DC, West Virginia, Wisconsin

The United States has so much to offer in terms of natural beauty. Leave your gadgets, calendars and busy life behind to immerse yourself in America’s natural wonders and emerge on the other side with a clear mind and fresh perspective.

Hotspots and cool yachts: escape in 2022

By Nicholas Dean on Jan 14, 2022 in Bahamas, Caribbean, Connecticut, Cruises & Boat Travel, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, North America, Regions, Rhode Island, Speciality Travel, USA, Vermont

An extraordinary number of spectacular superyachts are available to charter worldwide with many people now looking to plan a summer getaway in 2022. Many of the most fabulous charter yachts can be found anchored either in the glorious coves of the Bahamas or the historical harbours of New England during the summer months, and it’s

Island-hopping by yacht in New England

By Nicholas Dean on Jun 19, 2021 in Connecticut, Cruises & Boat Travel, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, North America, Regions, Rhode Island, Speciality Travel, USA, Vermont

Fair winds, cool culture and untold idiosyncrasies, a New England yacht charter delivers an great opportunity to holiday in style. From tranquil spots on secluded beaches to mouth-watering cuisine in lively townships, this is the trip of a lifetime, wherever you choose you cannot go wrong. The greatest time to visit these coastal isles is

New England's best luxury hotels

By Guido Graf on Jun 12, 2020 in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, North America, Pennsylvania, Regions, Rhode Island, USA, Vermont

When it comes to picturesque landscapes, seaside sunsets, and rich cultural heritage, there are few places in the New World that can compare to the New England region of the United States. From Maine down to Maryland, this countryside of seaports and cities is rich in history and patriotic spirit. The birthplace of the dream

5 worldwide mini cruises to savor

By Linas Ceikus on Jan 03, 2020 in Africa, Barbados, Caribbean, Connecticut, Cruises & Boat Travel, Europe, Hawaii, Netherlands, North America, Regions, Speciality Travel, USA, Western Europe, Zambia, Zimbabwe

If giant cruise liners dropping thousands of passengers at every port-of-call isn’t your idea of fun, perhaps something a little more compact, and a little more luxurious would be closer to your tastes. All around the world mini cruises – some lasting only several hours – can offer unique and unusual perspectives to many seemingly

6 of the best in New England

By Scott Anderson on Aug 11, 2019 in Canada, Connecticut, Cruises & Boat Travel, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, North America, Regions, Rhode Island, Speciality Travel, USA, Vermont

New England – that six-state huddle in America’s northeastern corner – retains all of the rural charm that first greeted the pioneers some 400 years ago. Dense forests carpet reaching peaks and ring shimmering lakes – scenery that’s particularly pretty in autumn’s bright reds and deep browns. It’s a region that wears its rich history

The Mayflower Grace opens in Washington, Connecticut

By Paul Johnson on Mar 19, 2014 in Accommodation, Connecticut, Hotels, North America, Regions, USA

This month, Grace Hotels formally takes over the Mayflower Inn & Spa in Washington, Connecticut following an extensive refurbishment. The property, now named the Mayflower Grace is also introducing an impressive new dining restaurant – ‘Muse’ by highly acclaimed Grand Chef Relais & Château Jonathan Cartwright. Muse specialises in international food and wine, drawing on

3 great casino resorts close to NYC, not in Atlantic City

By Anna Macsai on Mar 17, 2014 in Attractions, Connecticut, Going Out, Leisure Travel, North America, Pennsylvania, Regions, Speciality Travel, USA

Gaming in New York State is limited to slot machines but if you’re feeling lucky and want to hit the jackpot or roulette tables, there are plenty of casinos to choose from close to the Big Apple. Atlantic City is probably the first thing that comes to mind but did you know there are some

More expansion at Foxwoods, Connecticut

By Paul Johnson on Apr 09, 2008 in Accommodation, Connecticut, Going Out, Hotels, North America, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, USA

The MGM Grand at Foxwoods will open next month. This new hotel will have 825 rooms, meeting space, a theatre, spa casino and restaurants by celebrity chefs Tom Colicchio and Michael Schlow. Shops from Dunhill, Bally and Apple, among others, will also form part of the resort. Meanwhile, the Foxwoods Resort has grown significantly since

The luxury category in the Spa Finder Readers' Choice Awards

By Paul Johnson on Nov 28, 2007 in Accommodation, California, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Hotels, Nevada, North America, Regions, Resorts, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Texas, USA

In addition to the Crystal Award winners at the 2007 Spa Finder Readers’ Choice Awards, there’s a multitude of addtional winners sorted by both country and category. Among the categories, one of particular interest to this blog is the luxury category. Perhaps it is due to Spa Finder’s readership, but all the winners are

Top 20 US restaurants

By Paul Johnson on Feb 10, 2007 in Arizona, California, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Going Out, Hawaii, Louisiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Nevada, North America, Pennsylvania, Regions, Restaurants, Texas, USA, Virginia

I sometimes find myself dwelling on hotels and accommodation too much on A Luxury Travel Blog, and don’t pay enough attention to others such as bars, restaurants and the like. To make up for that, I’m listing the first 20 of Zagat’s current top 100 restaurants (even if they are mostly situated in hotels

Great places to snack at a seafood shack

By Paul Johnson on Aug 28, 2006 in Connecticut, Going Out, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Regions, Restaurants, USA

There were some interesting choices in today’s USA Today article on great seafood shacks. Those with websites that made the editorial are: Costello’s Clam Shack, Noank, Connecticut Arnold’s Lobster & Clam Bar, Cape Cod, Massachusetts Brown’s Seabrook Lobster Pound, Seabrook, New Hampshire Five Islands Lobster Co., Georgetown, Maine

AAA Five Diamond Award winners: Connecticut

By Paul Johnson on Aug 06, 2006 in Connecticut, North America, Regions, USA

The latest AAA inspection identified only one Five Diamond Award winner in the whole of Connecticut: The Mayflower Inn – Washington

The Best of New England 2006

By Paul Johnson on Jul 30, 2006 in Accommodation, Connecticut, Hotels, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, North America, Regions, Rhode Island, USA, Vermont

Boston Magazine has published 137 winners in its first ever New England Travel & Life Best of New England awards. Among the many winners are Rhode Island’s Hotel Providence (Best City Hotel, other than Boston), the Cranwell Resort and Spa (Best Resort in Massachusetts) and The Wauwinet, Nantucket (Best Hotel for Privacy).

New website for Premier Limousine, Inc.

By Paul Johnson on Jul 11, 2006 in Canada, Connecticut, Europe, North America, Regions, Road Travel, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, USA, Websites

Connecticut’s own Premier Limousine, Inc. – winner of five ‘Best Limousine Company’ awards from the Hartford Advocate – has recently completed a full website upgrade harnessing the Internet’s global reach technology to provide each client with unmatched service. The website is equipped with Live Chat, and an online reservation tool. Premier Limousine’s network reaches 450

Tanner & Haley Destination Clubs

By Paul Johnson on Jan 13, 2006 in Connecticut, North America, Regions, USA, Worldwide

Founded in 1998 as Private Retreats, Connecticut-based Tanner & Haley Destination Clubs grew out of the vision of its founder, Rob McGrath, the 2003 Ernst and Young Entrepreneur of the Year, to create a club of clubs which would address the shortcomings of luxury resort real estate ownership and the inefficiencies of the high-end travel

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