Category: Hawaii

Top 5 luxury pool perks around the world

Top 5 luxury pool perks around the world

By on Jun 11, 2016 in Accommodation, Anguilla, Caribbean, Chile, Hawaii, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Mexico, North America, Puerto Rico, Regions, Resorts, South America, Speciality Travel, USA, Worldwide
One of the most requested hotel amenities is a gorgeous pool, but sophisticated travelers are no longer content splashing around in just any old swimming pool. The following five luxury hotels are gilding the lily with these additional perks. 1. Beauty tech No more sunburn worries while enjoying W Retreat & Spa – Vieques Island
Where to see the Northern Lights... and what to do if you don't

Where to see the Northern Lights... and what to do if you don't

By on May 13, 2016 in Europe, Finland, Hawaii, Iceland, North America, Norway, Regions, Sweden, USA, Western Europe
Sorry for the seemingly negative rider in the title, but we think it’s important to note that the Northern Lights – the eerily beautiful display of shimmering colour sometimes visible in the night skies over the Arctic Circle – are a natural phenomenon and so by no means guaranteed. I’m sure that’s stating the blindingly
Top 10 islands in the world

Top 10 islands in the world

By on May 02, 2016 in Africa, Asia, Brazil, Caribbean, Europe, Featured, Greece, Hawaii, Indonesia, Jamaica, Mauritius, North America, Oceania, Pacific Islands, Regions, South America, Spain, Thailand, Turks and Caicos, USA, Western Europe
An island getaway is many people’s dream holiday. If you’re looking for somewhere special to relax this year, whether you seek stunning scenery, beautiful golden sandy beaches or fine food, then Tripadvisor’s recently published top 10 islands in the world might be just what you’re looking for to narrow down your options. Based on the
6 of the world's most unique hotel gyms

6 of the world's most unique hotel gyms

By on Mar 11, 2016 in Accommodation, Africa, Asia, California, Hawaii, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Morocco, New Zealand, North America, Oceania, Regions, Speciality Travel, Thailand, USA
When it comes to staying in shape on a luxury getaway it can be difficult to muster up the motivation to keep the pounds off, what with the room service lobster, champagne by the bottle and the body-hugging king size bed that seductively whispers “never leave.” In fact, we’ve been conditioned to roll our eyes
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Road to Hana: 10 must-see places on Maui in a day

By on Mar 04, 2016 in Attractions, Going Out, Hawaii, North America, Regions, USA
The road to Hana is filled with mysteries. How long will it take to drive? Where should I stop? Should I go to Hana and back or do the full loop? The truth is there are as many ways to experience this road and they all depend on timing. The best way is to go
The best place on Earth to watch whales

The best place on Earth to watch whales

By on Feb 09, 2016 in Adventure Travel, Attractions, Cruises & Boat Travel, Going Out, Hawaii, Leisure Travel, North America, Regions, Speciality Travel, USA
Majestic North Pacific Humpback Whales, or Kohola as they were known in ancient Hawaiian, begin their migration from Alaska to the Hawaiian Islands around September of each year. While the exact number of Humpback whales visiting Hawaii is unknown, it is estimated to be as high as 21,000. And while their main reason for coming
Top 5 Winter sun holiday destinations

Top 5 Winter sun holiday destinations

By on Oct 12, 2015 in Africa, Asia, Attractions, Bahamas, California, Caribbean, Going Out, Hawaii, Indonesia, Jamaica, Mauritius, Middle East, North America, Regions, Saint Lucia, United Arab Emirates, USA
Winter is upon us, and the days are getting shorter and colder. There is no better time to escape to warmer climes and enjoy tropical surroundings and sunny weather abroad. We have picked a selection of winter sun holiday destinations you can choose to relax and unwind in away from the UK. Bali As Autumn
16 beauty experiences from around the world

16 beauty experiences from around the world

By on Sep 19, 2015 in Africa, Asia, Central America, Costa Rica, Eastern Europe, Europe, Fiji, France, Greece, Hawaii, Hungary, Iceland, India, Indonesia, Mexico, Middle East, Morocco, North America, Oceania, Pacific Islands, Regions, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Thailand, Turkey, United Kingdom, USA, Western Europe
When traveling, make your days even more beautiful by experiencing beauty treatments based on ingredients and rituals native to the country you’re visiting. From Tahiti to Tulum and from Bali to Morocco, here are the 16 of the best beauty experiences you’re likely to find anywhere in the world! 1. Evian-les-Bains – hydrotherapy You know
The USA - a destination for all seasons

The USA - a destination for all seasons

By 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
Top 10 places in the world for whale watching

Top 10 places in the world for whale watching

By on Apr 28, 2015 in Africa, Asia, California, Canada, Europe, Hawaii, Mexico, New Zealand, North America, Oceania, Portugal, Regions, South Africa, Sri Lanka, USA, Washington, Western Europe, Worldwide
The mysterious behaviours and complex curiosity of whales have intrigued humans for centuries, with their lamenting song coupled with an elegant dance. The migration pattern of whales brings seasonal opportunities across the world to spot whales dancing in their natural habitat – the long journey taken by the Pacific Gray whale from Siberia and Alaska down to
Photograph of the week: Sunrise at Haleakala crater

Photograph of the week: Sunrise at Haleakala crater

By on Mar 04, 2015 in Hawaii, North America, Regions, USA
Everyone who ever traveled to Maui must have heard about the breathtakingly beautiful sunrises observed from atop the Haleakala crater. And everyone who ever attempted this trip can attest to its difficulty: driving up the winding mountain roads for a couple of hours in the dark and then enduring the unbearably cold temperature just to
4 of the best islands to visit in Hawaii

4 of the best islands to visit in Hawaii

By on Feb 18, 2015 in Accommodation, Attractions, Going Out, Hawaii, North America, Regions, Resorts, USA
If there ever was an Eden on Earth it would be Hawaii with her cluster of pristine islands offering the richest hues of blue, the cleanest waterfalls and the very best in luxury accommodations. From the verdant green cloak of Maui to the rolling waves and ancient charm of Oahu, hop on a private jet
3 unexpected honeymoon destinations

3 unexpected honeymoon destinations

By on Feb 16, 2015 in British Virgin Islands, Caribbean, Europe, Food and Drink, Hawaii, Honeymoons, Leisure Travel, North America, Regions, Spain, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, USA, Western Europe
When it comes to luxurious honeymoons, there are the tried and true standards: destinations like Maui, St. Barts and Santorini that will never go out of style. But what if you’re looking for something a little off the beaten track? Here are three surprisingly romantic destinations you may not have considered. Wine and dine in
Experiences worth bragging rights!

Experiences worth bragging rights!

By on Feb 05, 2015 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Air Travel, Canada, Europe, France, Hawaii, Italy, Kenya, Monaco, Mozambique, North America, Regions, Rwanda, Speciality Travel, USA, Western Europe
It’s all about the experience. That’s what we are told. With reports coming from BCG and American Express, consumers are spending their money on luxury experiences instead of premium goods. The UK has recently looked into Britain’s ‘Super Rich’ where Jacques Peretti investigates how the super-rich are transforming Britain and where they spend their money.
5 Hana views and the fun ways to find them

5 Hana views and the fun ways to find them

By on Jan 07, 2015 in Attractions, Going Out, Hawaii, Leisure Travel, North America, Regions, Speciality Travel, USA
Heavenly Hana. From the surf and sand to the lush, tropical foliage that surrounds its many waterfalls. Only 50 or so miles from bustling Kahului, it’s another side of Maui. The legendary Road to Hana has a view at just about every turn. Trouble is there are a lot of turns. The Hana Highway, HI-360,
3 dream beaches on the North Shore of Oahu

3 dream beaches on the North Shore of Oahu

By on Oct 10, 2014 in Hawaii, Leisure Travel, North America, Regions, Speciality Travel, USA
The North Shore of Oahu is home to some of the most famous and beautiful beaches in the world. About an hour’s drive from Honolulu, the North Shore is also more relaxed and less congested than Hawaii’s biggest city. It truly has a hang-loose island vibe to it. Spend a week or even a day