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Live like a VIP: Top 10 private jet charter destinations for the rich and famous

By Ricky Gomulka on Mar 10, 2023 in Air Travel, Asia, Bahamas, Caribbean, Colorado, Europe, Florida, France, Greece, Hawaii, Indonesia, Middle East, Monaco, North America, Regions, Spain, Speciality Travel, United Arab Emirates, USA, Western Europe, Worldwide

Private jets, the ultimate in highfalutin travel, are the preferred mode of transportation for the creme de la creme. These luxurious flying machines offer an unparalleled level of comfort, privacy, and speed that regular airlines can't even begin to compare with.

Top 5 boats for whale watching in Maui

By Chris Norberg on Dec 15, 2022 in Cruises & Boat Travel, Hawaii, North America, Regions, Speciality Travel, USA

Every winter, the Hawaiian islands are graced by the sometimes overwhelming presence of humpback whales as they migrate through from colder waters. But which boat should you choose?

Where to watch the most beautiful sunsets in the world

By Efrat Sagi-Ofir on Oct 16, 2022 in Africa, Alaska, Arizona, Asia, California, Egypt, Europe, Greece, Hawaii, Indonesia, Italy, North America, Regions, South Africa, United Kingdom, USA, Western Europe

Sunsets are a glorious and awe-inspiring time of the day. The notorious golden hour magically lights up the sky as the day's magic slowly fades into the evening.

5 best hotels on Waikiki Beach, Honolulu

By Guido Graf on Jul 30, 2022 in Accommodation, Hawaii, Hotels, North America, Regions, USA

Waikiki Beach in Honolulu, Hawaii is one of the most beautiful places on earth and is home to some of the best hotels in the world.

The best of The Big Island

By Andrew Morten on Jun 23, 2022 in Attractions, Going Out, Hawaii, North America, Regions, USA

Honolulu attracts tourists from all around the world but The Big Island feels like it is a world away, with fewer crowds and so many natural treasures to discover.

10 of the best vacation homes in the USA

By Paul Johnson on Jun 19, 2022 in Accommodation, California, Colorado, Florida, Hawaii, Michigan, Montana, New York, North America, Oklahoma, Regions, South Carolina, Tennessee, USA, Vacation Rentals

Vrbo has revealed its list of Vacation Homes of the Year to recognize the ten best-in-class vacation homes across the USA.

Is this the future for accessing hotel rooms?

By Paul Johnson on Jan 30, 2022 in Accommodation, California, Florida, Hawaii, Hotels, Illinois, North America, Regions, Texas, USA

A new video from Apple Inside shows how you can use a digital room key stored in Apple Wallet to access your hotel room. It looks to work a charm but they do warn that you shouldn’t expect to be able to open your hotel room door with your iPhone everywhere just yet. The 56-second

The Big Island: massive activities

By Neil Wolkodoff on Jul 05, 2021 in Attractions, Going Out, Hawaii, North America, Regions, USA

The Big Island of Hawaii is built on an active volcano and some dormant ones, which, when measured from the seafloor to the summit, is over 33,496 feet tall. There are endless activity options, so how to spend your precious holiday time? Hawaii Volcanoes National Park The top of the active volcano is usually the

Big Island dining experiences

By Neil Wolkodoff on Jun 26, 2021 in Food and Drink, Going Out, Hawaii, North America, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, USA

The Big Island of Hawaii is renowned for beaches and the Volcanoes National Park. However, with visitors from all over the world for these two facets of the island, you can be sure that food has some unique takes on Hawaiian influence that you have not likely tasted before. These dining experiences are sure to

Some favorite organic Maui restaurants during the pandemic

By Chris Norberg on Nov 08, 2020 in Food and Drink, Going Out, Hawaii, North America, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, USA

In light of everything that’s going on in the world, sharing some of the healthiest foods available on Maui is important. And with its rich, volcanic soil and perennially-warm climate, it ought to arrive as no surprise that Maui lends itself well to organic dining. Indeed, what yields from its natural world—coupled with an active,

Top 10 island getaways

By Cindy McNaull on Mar 05, 2020 in Anguilla, Asia, Belize, Caribbean, Central America, Croatia, Eastern Europe, Europe, Greece, Guadeloupe, Hawaii, Italy, Leisure Travel, Massachusetts, North America, Regions, Spain, Speciality Travel, Thailand, USA, Western Europe

In today’s fast paced world, our lives are super busy with constant ties to technology that always leave us feeling ‘on”. I remember back to a time between graduating from university and starting out in the work world when there was a feeling of being able just to go and explore, without boundaries. In recent

5 unique luxury hotel experiences in Oahu

By Neil Wolkodoff on Jan 11, 2020 in Accommodation, Hawaii, Hotels, North America, Regions, Resorts, USA

When you think of Hawaii, you want to wake up to waves and ocean breezes. Possibly the best place to combine a great hotel with matching luxury amenities and off-site experiences is Oahu. Because it gets constant visitor business, the competition is stiff, hotels and resorts tend to go the extra pillow and slippers. These

Compelling Hawaiian-inspired dining in Oahu

By Neil Wolkodoff on Jan 06, 2020 in Events, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hawaii, North America, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, USA

Oahu, the gathering spot of the Hawaiian Islands, has become the center point of exceptional dining experiences. While most people who visit Hawaii might want the cultural experience of a Luau, the fusion of cooking styles and cuisines make this a one of a kind destination. Expect dishes where Hawaiian culture meets international influence. And

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

Top 5 luxurious winter holiday golf trips to escape the cold

By Ravi Coutinho on Nov 14, 2019 in Africa, Attractions, Caribbean, Dominican Republic, Going Out, Hawaii, Leisure Travel, Mexico, Morocco, North America, Regions, South Africa, Speciality Travel

With cold weather in full swing in most of the northern hemisphere, playing golf outside is probably the last thing on your mind. But that doesn’t mean you can’t slip away for a few days on the course in a warmer destination. Check out some of our favorite winter holiday golf trips to find a

Christmas is a time for giving (back)

By Christopher Hill on Nov 02, 2019 in Africa, Asia, Belize, Cambodia, Caribbean, Central America, Costa Rica, Europe, Hawaii, Italy, Mexico, New Zealand, North America, Oceania, Regions, Saint Lucia, Thailand, USA, Western Europe, Zambia

The fast-approaching Christmas and Chanukah seasons are a special time, especially so for families. It is regarded as the time for giving, and it is even better to give-back. Travel and celebrate the essence of Christmas and Chanukah: give back and help those less fortunate on a festive family trip that changes lives… not just

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