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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 […]

Photograph of the week: Portland Head Lighthouse, Cape Elizabeth, Casco Bay, Maine, USA

By Paul Johnson on Jul 31, 2019 in Attractions, Going Out, Maine, North America, Regions, USA

“The rocky ledge runs far into the sea, And on its outer point, some miles away, The Lighthouse lifts its massive masonry, A pillar of fire by night, of cloud by day…” In 1849, poet Henry Wadsworth Longfellow began his poem “The Lighthouse” with this stanza in what was widely believed to be an ode […]

10 insider recommendations for an extra special luxury yacht charter

By Missy Johnston on Nov 19, 2018 in Alaska, Bahamas, British Virgin Islands, Caribbean, Croatia, Cruises & Boat Travel, Eastern Europe, Europe, Fiji, France, Greece, Italy, Maine, North America, Oceania, Regions, Speciality Travel, USA, Western Europe

Luxury yacht charter is already a special experience; however, for that extra dash of pizzazz, for an extra special experience, let us share with you our “insider recommendations” of what to see and do for the following 10 great yacht charter cruising locations. The wreck of the RMS Rhone, Salt Island, British Virgin Islands It […]

8 festive Christmas events on the East Coast

By Karyn Wofford on Nov 22, 2017 in Attractions, Events, Georgia, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Maine, North America, North Carolina, Regions, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, USA

The United States festively celebrates the holiday season, from coast to coast. Because it’s impossible to compare all of the events over this expansive nation, we’ve zeroed in on the East Coast with 8 events we hope you’ll love. Omni Grove Park Inn National Gingerbread House Competition – Asheville, NC Every year, the biggest gingerbread competition […]

10 astounding roadtrip stops in Maine

By Karyn Wofford on Oct 06, 2017 in Accommodation, Attractions, Going Out, Hotels, Maine, North America, Regions, USA

Maine; a place where coastal towns have been preserved in time, history oozes from every home or building, and the mountains meet the sea. Autumn boasts vibrant colors, apple picking and the benefit of catching sea excursions before everything closes up for the winter, making the season an optimal time to take a roadtrip through […]

The US National Parks centenary year

By Sandra Potter on Mar 17, 2016 in Adventure Travel, Alaska, Attractions, California, Colorado, Going Out, Idaho, Leisure Travel, Maine, Montana, North America, North Carolina, Regions, Speciality Travel, Tennessee, USA, Utah, Wyoming

2016 sees the centenary of the establishment of the National Park Service by President Woodrow Wilson on 25 August 1916. What a far sighted man he was! There were already 35 parks in existence; Yellowstone, the first National Park, having been established in 1872. The National Park System of the United States now includes more […]

6 unusual things to do during the New England Fall

By Sandra Potter on Sep 30, 2015 in Events, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Regions, Rhode Island, Travel Miscellany, USA, Vermont

Everyone knows that the Autumn colours in New England are glorious. However, I suspect that not everyone know the range of quirky activities that go on in this pretty part of the world. If you happen to be in New England this Fall and are looking for things to do, keep an eye out for these […]

10 things to enjoy in Maine

By Anna Parker on Jul 22, 2015 in Attractions, Food and Drink, Going Out, Maine, North America, Regions, Travel Miscellany, USA

As I rapidly discovered when planning 10 days in Maine, this part of America is enormous and trying to visit it all (or even more than a small corner) in 10 days isn’t possible. Instead we picked the area we most wanted to visit – the coastline between Kennebunkport and Camden. Next time we can […]

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 […]

6 of America’s most scenic food and wine festivals

By Janice Nieder on Feb 02, 2015 in Colorado, Events, Florida, Food and Drink, Maine, North America, North Carolina, Regions, South Carolina, Travel Miscellany, USA

If you’re looking for a mouthwatering food and wine festival but your mate happens to believe that “man does not live by bread alone” and would rather just relax at a fabulous resort with breathtaking views, then these six scenic food and wine festivals should help keep the marriage intact. They are all held in […]

6 of the most extravagant cocktails in the world

By Alexandra Howse on Jul 11, 2014 in Asia, Australia, Bars, Eastern Europe, Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Japan, Maine, Middle East, North America, Oceania, Regions, Russia, Travel Miscellany, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, USA, Western Europe

How much would you usually pay for a cocktail? If you thought that £40.00 was a bit steep then you’re about to be amazed. The current world record for most expensive cocktail stands at $50,000. It was created in Moscow to commemorate the opening of the Reka Moscow restaurant and was only served once (so […]

8 US destinations for active travelers

By Andy Levine on Jan 15, 2014 in Adventure Travel, Attractions, California, Colorado, Going Out, Hawaii, Maine, Massachusetts, North America, Oregon, Regions, Speciality Travel, USA, Utah

When choosing a vacation destination, I tend to look for a place that is alive with activity. Athletes are very focused on fitness, and I am no different. This is why, when I travel, I make sure I’m able to squeeze some much needed exercise into the holiday. These are what I consider to be […]

Top 10 private island holidays for private jet travellers

By Jack Lockyer on Oct 30, 2013 in Accommodation, Asia, Bahamas, British Virgin Islands, Cambodia, Caribbean, Croatia, Eastern Europe, Europe, Fiji, Florida, Indonesia, Maine, North America, Oceania, Regions, Resorts, Sri Lanka, Turks and Caicos, USA

Whilst the super wealthy have always dabbled in private island ownership, most travellers are more than happy to simply spend their holidays visiting and enjoying a luxurious private paradise. Indeed, the trend of visiting remote, secluded locations is on the rise as decades of tourism take their toll on the more popular tourist spots and […]

America’s pet friendly hotels

By Matthew Coe on Sep 20, 2013 in Accommodation, California, Florida, Hotels, Maine, Massachusetts, New York, North America, Pennsylvania, Regions, USA, Washington DC

Who says you have to be separated from your four-legged best friend when you go on holiday? With many sleek hotels now offering pet facilities, there’s no reason why you and Fido should ever be parted again! Here are 7 of America’s luxury hotels that are catering for pets as well as their more traditional […]

The Dreamlist

By Paul Johnson on Jul 11, 2008 in Accommodation, Africa, Argentina, Asia, Europe, Greece, Hotels, Maine, Maldives, Mexico, New York, North America, Regions, Resorts, South America, Spain, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Switzerland, USA, Vacation Rentals, Western Europe, Zambia

globrati has published The Dreamlist, debuting with a colleciton of their “favourite destinations to chill out this summer”. Making the grade are: Hidden Pond in Kennebunkport, ME Llao Llao Hotel & Spa, Bariloche, Argentina Amirandes, Crete, Greece The Lodge, Verbier, Switzerland The Beach House at Manafaru, Maldives La Purificadora, Puebla, Mexico The Surf Lodge, […]

America’s Top 10 Most Romantic Inns of 2007

By Paul Johnson on Jan 07, 2007 in Accommodation, Bed & Breakfasts, California, Georgia, Louisiana, Maine, Minnesota, New Mexico, New York, North America, Pennsylvania, Regions, Rhode Island, USA, Washington

Take note if you’re yet to book a stay for Valentines. We’re still only in January, but the the “Top 10 Most Romantic Inns of 2007” as chosen by the guidebook publisher, American Historic Inns, Inc, has been revealed as follows: Adobe & Pines Inn – Taos, NM McMillan Inn – Savannah, GA Magnolia Mansion […]

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