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The world's most expensive macaron, along with your own private butler

By Paul Johnson on May 25, 2017 in Accommodation, Florida, Food and Drink, Hotels, North America, Regions, Travel Miscellany, USA

Temptation comes in all shapes and sizes, doesn’t it? St. Regis Hotels are especially talented at creating quirky, luxurious temptations. In Istanbul, St. Regis has a special Champagne Sabering Ceremony one evening each week, that kicks off with the manager opening Champagne with a saber. It’s flamboyant, fun and of course a top of the

Cruise the mighty North American rivers

By Sandra Potter on May 15, 2017 in Canada, Cruises & Boat Travel, Florida, Idaho, Mississippi, New York, North America, Regions, Speciality Travel, USA

The rivers of North America have long been transport routes. They helped the early travellers explore the continent. Today they are a marvellous way to slowly explore the countryside. Is it the Mississippi in the south or the St. Lawrence in the north that pulls at your heart strings? let us look at the options.

The 4 most spectacular Hard Rock Cafe locations in the USA

By Karyn Wofford on Mar 24, 2017 in Accommodation, Attractions, California, Florida, Going Out, Hotels, Nevada, New York, North America, Regions, Restaurants, USA

Hard Rock owns countless hotels, casinos and cafes which are sprinkled through 74 countries. 174 cafes have popped up in major cities all over the world. While they serve your typical American fare, like cheeseburgers, ribs and steak, Hard Rock Café is perhaps more famous for its massive rock memorabilia display. In fact, they boast

The Palm Beaches 4 ways

By Tom Marchant on Feb 25, 2017 in Adventure Travel, Attractions, Florida, Food and Drink, Going Out, Leisure Travel, North America, Regions, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, USA

Blessed with year-round sunshine, brimming with wildlife, teeming with art-galleries and packed with restaurants; it’s no wonder Palm Beach County is no longer just a playground for the wealthy, but a glistening getaway for all adrenaline junkies, nature enthusiasts, food fanatics and art aficionados alike. Here’s how to do The Palm Beaches, four ways… For the

3 ethical dolphin experiences in Florida

By Karyn Wofford on Feb 03, 2017 in Cruises & Boat Travel, Florida, Leisure Travel, North America, Regions, Speciality Travel, USA

Florida is home to countless dolphin experiences, but the following adventures allow the ocean dwelling mammal to stay out of captivity, in their natural environment. Dolphin excursions are an incredible way to spend part of your day in the Sunshine State; tours are often educational and provide an up close look at a variety of

7 unsuspected gems in Key West

By Karyn Wofford on Jan 17, 2017 in Attractions, Cruises & Boat Travel, Florida, Food and Drink, Going Out, North America, Regions, Restaurants, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, USA

Several places in Key West, Florida have a lot of hype built up around them, like Blue Heaven and Sloppy Joe’s Bar. There are places and things to do that aren’t in every travel blogger’s posts. If you ever wander to the United State’s southernmost city, you’ll find the following to be hidden treasures. Ibis Bay Resort Once booming

5 of the best eco-luxury lodges on the Florida coast

By Karyn Wofford on Oct 07, 2016 in Accommodation, Florida, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, North America, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, USA

Luxury hotels and resorts are taking notice of the public’s demand for green practices and natural products. Not only are consumers looking to protect their health, but the environment as well. What is a gorgeous hotel on the beach without breathtaking views of pristine nature? Sandpearl Resort, Clearwater Beach The Sandpearl is certainly the showstopper

6 of the world's best bucket-list breaks

By Spencer Groves on Aug 17, 2016 in Africa, Asia, Florida, Indonesia, Malaysia, Maldives, Mauritius, Mexico, Middle East, North America, Oman, Regions, South Africa, Sri Lanka, Tanzania, United Arab Emirates, USA

When choosing a holiday, do you ever struggle to decide whether to embark on an action-packed adventure, or default to a lazy beach-based getaway? Go for a snappy city break, or relaxed romantic retreat? Or how about – both? Combine two, three or even four destinations for a once-in-a-lifetime holiday – there’s nothing quite like

Photograph of the week: Scuba diving in Devil's Den

By Paul Johnson on Aug 17, 2016 in Adventure Travel, Florida, North America, Regions, Speciality Travel, USA

Florida is mostly known for its sandy beaches and tropical diving. However, scuba diving addicts know that Florida best underwater secrets lie north of Orlando, where a network of crystal-clear water springs can be dived all year long. The most amazing of all is called the Devil’s Den. The spring of Williston, FL, is a

Culture and coastlines in the Palm Beaches

By Tom Marchant on Jun 23, 2016 in Florida, North America, Regions, USA

One thing that always stands out on any visit to the Palm Beaches is the relaxing lifestyle. Imagine whiling away the day on a beach, sipping a Mojito and gazing across the ocean at a local bar, or delving into the famed shopping boulevards. Well, with this selection of the best ways to shop and

Top 5 things to do in Flagler Beach, Florida

By Leah DeAngelis on Apr 25, 2016 in Accommodation, Attractions, Florida, Food and Drink, Going Out, Leisure Travel, North America, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, USA

Flagler, Florida is a small, laid back beach town between Daytona Beach and Jacksonville. It’s a sleepy little haven with a lot of personality and color. Flagler has character and it’s fun to visit. The best way to get there is to travel Florida’s Historic Highway along A1A so you can take in pretty ocean

Suite of the week: Reunion Resort 2500, Reunion Resort, Orlando, Florida, USA

By Paul Johnson on Mar 28, 2016 in Accommodation, Florida, North America, Regions, Suite of the Week, USA, Vacation Rentals

Suite name: Reunion Resort 2500 Location: Reunion Resort, Orlando, Florida, USA Size of accommodation: 11,700 sq ft Cost per night: from £1,155 per night What makes it special: Reunion Resort 2500 is unlike any other vacation home, intricately designed throughout with 13 unique themed bedrooms and various other extraordinary facilities, perfect for the larger family group. Set in the

Our favourite Winter escapes

By Tom Marchant on Oct 19, 2015 in Asia, Attractions, British Virgin Islands, Caribbean, Florida, Going Out, Jamaica, North America, Philippines, Regions, USA

As we ready ourselves for the coming months that require scarves, coats and central heating, we mustn’t forget that there’s plenty of winter sunshine waiting for us elsewhere. From the vibrant shores of Jamaica to the magnificent coastlines of the Florida Keys; here are a few of our favourite destinations for that perfect winter getaway.

5 of the most family friendly destinations to consider for your next trip

By Matthew Coe on Oct 14, 2015 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Attractions, Family Travel, Florida, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Middle East, New York, New Zealand, North America, Oceania, Oman, Regions, South Africa, Speciality Travel, USA

The perfect family holiday requires copious amounts of planning, but before any of that can begin you and your loved ones need to decide where to travel! With so many diverse landscapes gracing the planet, it can be difficult figuring out which of them you want to explore. However, whether you’re in search of a

The USA - a destination for all seasons

By Tom Barber on Jul 16, 2015 in Alaska, California, Florida, Hawaii, Maine, Massachusetts, Nevada, New Hampshire, North America, Regions, USA, Vermont, Washington DC, Wyoming

It shouldn’t necessarily come as a surprise that a continent-sized country has something to see all year round, but British visitors to the USA do still tend to trend towards the obvious places in the obvious months. Nothing wrong with that, per se, because there are very good reasons for going to, say, New York

A luxury Orlando vacation home with a difference!

By Paul Johnson on May 31, 2015 in Accommodation, Florida, North America, Regions, USA, Vacation Rentals

Are you looking for something a little different for your family next time you head to Florida? Then look no further than this amazing 6-bedroom luxury vacation home from Jeeves Holiday Homes. This unique property is just 12 minutes from Walt Disney World and boasts accommodation that your kids are sure to love… Let’s start with the

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