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10 fascinating places that tourists can't visit

By Paul Johnson on Feb 01, 2023 in Asia, Attractions, Australia, Brazil, China, Europe, France, Going Out, Iceland, India, Japan, New Mexico, New York, North America, Norway, Oceania, Regions, South America, USA, Western Europe, Worldwide

There are many interesting places in the world that are off-limits to tourists and travellers. These places may be restricted for a variety of reasons, including political tensions, cultural considerations or environmental concerns.

New Mexican dining in Santa Fe

By Neil Wolkodoff on Oct 08, 2020 in Food and Drink, Going Out, New Mexico, North America, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, USA

Santa Fe, New Mexico, is an artist mecca. Creativity is supported by an incredible number of art studios and galleries. While that scene is well documented, it may be the food artistry where Santa Fe really shines. Per capita, Santa Fe is definitely the best dining in the U.S. and maybe the world. These dining

Your travel memories are hiding in your house - go find them

By Jamie Edwards on May 20, 2020 in Accessories, Africa, Asia, Japan, New Mexico, North America, Regions, South Africa, Travel Equipment, USA

Vivian Green wrote; “Life isn’t about waiting for the storm to pass…It’s about learning to dance in the rain.” It seems like the world is waiting for the storm to pass. As every news channel, inspirational Instagram post, and YouTube video, is collectively pointing out, I can look at this as a chance to restart,

The world's most beautiful Autumnal festivals

By Andrew Bezhenar on Oct 11, 2018 in Asia, Europe, Events, Germany, Mexico, New Mexico, New York, North America, Regions, Thailand, Travel Miscellany, USA, Western Europe

When it comes to the seasons, there is arguably none more beautiful or breathtaking than the season of Autumn. With its colourful leaves, crisp morning air and rainbow filled fields, it’s undoubtedly one of nature’s most marvellous masterpieces. Of course there are other things to be enjoyed in Autumn besides the beautiful scenery; Halloween, hot

Top 6 things to do in Albuquerque, New Mexico

By Leah DeAngelis on Dec 02, 2014 in Accommodation, Attractions, Going Out, Hotels, New Mexico, North America, Regions, Resorts, USA

There was a time when Albuquerque was mostly a place that travelers passed through on their way to Santa Fe or Taos, but in the last few years Albuquerque has become a destination in its own right. This is due to the city’s growth, the immensely popular Balloon Fiesta, and random things like the popularity

10 fun things to do in Santa Fe, New Mexico

By Leah DeAngelis on Nov 03, 2014 in Accommodation, Attractions, Family Travel, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, New Mexico, North America, Regions, Restaurants, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, USA

Santa Fe is a city for art lovers. They call it the “City Different” because it’s quirky and eclectic. It has a strong personality distinct from any other city. Outdoorsy people and foodies will love it too, but there is a strong emphasis on art with over 250 galleries and a ranking as the third

Top 5 things to do in Taos, New Mexico

By Leah DeAngelis on Oct 08, 2014 in Accommodation, Attractions, Going Out, Hotels, Leisure Travel, New Mexico, North America, Regions, Restaurants, Speciality Travel, USA

New Mexico is known for gorgeous lighting with epic sunsets of red, orange and purple blazing through the sky. Vast open spaces dotted with cedar trees, juniper, and sage brush in varying shades of green framed by mountains make you feel as though you’re in a painting. Adobe architecture against bright blue sky, and the smell

The 9 best bacon festivals across the US

By Breanna Wilson on Aug 09, 2014 in California, Events, Food and Drink, Illinois, Michigan, Missouri, New Mexico, North America, Ohio, Regions, Travel Miscellany, USA

Pure bacon madness. Bacon Sundaes, Miso Bacon Steamed Buns, Chicken Bacon Apple Sausage Sliders and Thai Style Curried Coconut and Bacon Paella all washed down with a Maple Bacon Old Fashion. That’s just the tip of the bacon iceberg when you attend bacon festivals like the first festival on our list, the annual Bacon &

Santa Fe, New Mexico: two unparalleled stays in "the land of enchantment"

By Joy Davidson on May 19, 2014 in Accommodation, Hotels, New Mexico, North America, Regions, Resorts, USA, Vacation Rentals

The American Southwest is a place of stark, almost unearthly beauty. And the city of Santa Fe is perhaps the most extraordinary urban locale in a region where everything transcends the ordinary. Condé Nast Traveler calls it one of the top 25 cities of the world, but locals would differ – they’d designate it city

Top 5 North American road trips

By Alison Crabb on Nov 06, 2013 in Arizona, Attractions, California, Featured, Florida, Going Out, Illinois, Kansas, Leisure Travel, Massachusetts, Mississippi, Montana, New Mexico, North America, Oklahoma, Regions, Road Travel, Speciality Travel, Texas, USA

North America is the home of the road trip. Whether you’re sitting on a Greyhound bus, riding pillion on a Harley-Davidson or behind the wheel of a classic Cadillac, your vehicle choice doesn’t matter half as much as the journey itself. Our top five choices are the stuff of movies and the best way of

Top 10 unusual vacation rentals

By Paul Johnson on Apr 21, 2011 in Accommodation, Arizona, Canada, Caribbean, Dominican Republic, Europe, Florida, Hawaii, Massachusetts, New Mexico, North America, Portugal, Regions, Tennessee, USA, Vacation Rentals, Virginia, Western Europe, Worldwide

Looking for something a little bit different and not just another hotel? Perhaps Tripadvisor’s list of the top 10 unusual vacation rentals will tempt you… 1. Unique Hilltop Windmill Rental, Odemira, Portugal 2. Hawaii Volcano Genuine Treehouse, Volcano, HI 3. My Sedona Place – Unique Dome Home, Sedona, AZ 4. SUITABLE DIGS…cool green lodgings, Santa

Top 10 spa destinations

By Paul Johnson on Jan 04, 2011 in Arizona, Asia, Caribbean, Central America, Costa Rica, Europe, Greece, Iceland, Indonesia, Mexico, New Mexico, North America, Oceania, Pacific Islands, Regions, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Turks and Caicos, United Kingdom, USA, Western Europe, Worldwide

According to an email just received at A Luxury Travel Blog HQ from Tripadvisor, the top 10 spa destinations are as follows: 1. Sedona, AZ, USA 2. Bath, United Kingdom 3. Reykjavik, Iceland 4. Bora Bora, French Polynesia 5. Ubud, Indonesia 6. Playa Mujeres, Mexico 7. Oia, Greece 8. Providenciales, Turks and Caicos 9. Santa

Interview with Aaron Ritoper, Vice President of Business Development at fly.com

By Paul Johnson on Jun 10, 2010 in Air Travel, Arctic, Celebrities, Europe, France, Hawaii, Iceland, Interviews, New Mexico, North America, Polar Regions, Regions, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, USA, Websites, Western Europe

Formerly with Skyscanner, Aaron Ritoper is the Vice President of Business Development at Fly.com, a website which scours major airlines, international carriers and online travel sites, and helps people easily sort and refine results by criteria such as number of stops and departure times and traveller class. What is it that you do exactly? I’m

Luxury golf package from the Inn and Spa at Loretto

By Paul Johnson on Jun 03, 2008 in Accommodation, Hotels, Leisure Travel, New Mexico, North America, Regions, Spas & Pampering, Special Offers & Packages, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, USA

The Inn and Spa at Loretto, a 134-room boutique hotel in the heart of Santa Fé, is beckoning golfers to come bask in the mild early summer sun and enjoy a golf excursion with their Golf Getaway Package. The packages includes one night’s lodging, two rounds of golf (with cart) at the Black Mesa

Hyatt Regency Tamaya Resort & Spa

By Paul Johnson on May 18, 2008 in Accommodation, New Mexico, North America, Regions, Resorts, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, USA, Videos

On the banks of the Rio Grande within the ancient lands of the Native American Pueblo of Santa Ana, the Hyatt Regency Tamaya Resort & Spa offers luxurious amenities and beautiful natural surroundings with an ideal year-round climate. Just 20 minutes from Albuquerque and 40 minutes from historic Santa Fé.

Picture Perfect Package from Eldorado Hotel & Spa

By Paul Johnson on May 08, 2008 in Accommodation, Going Out, Hotels, New Mexico, North America, Restaurants, Spas & Pampering, Special Offers & Packages, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, USA

Here’s another of those packages where you wonder if it’s truly just for media consumption rather than with the expectation of a likely buyer. Eldorado Hotel & Spa is offering a Picture Perfect Package for $100,000. Whilst that might sound a lot for a 3-night stay, the reason is that the guests are

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