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Royal Caribbean’s Oasis of the Seas in New York

By Paul Johnson on Sep 20, 2021 in Cruises & Boat Travel, New York, North America, Regions, Speciality Travel, USA

Memorable vacations from the Northeast are back and bolder than ever. Royal Caribbean marked its comeback in the Big Apple with the highly anticipated New York debut of the iconic Oasis of the Seas, the largest and most innovative cruise ship to sail from the area. Returning from its first cruise last week, Oasis once […]

5 must-visit hotels from around the world

By Kristof Eyckmans on Aug 06, 2021 in Accommodation, Asia, China, Europe, France, Hong Kong, Hotels, Italy, New York, North America, Regions, Singapore, USA, Western Europe

We all travel for different reasons. Some are looking for those unique locations, others want to travel back in time. And then there’s those who travel for a particular hotel, just because it’s unique or iconic….or possibly even both. Below is my favourite top 5 when it comes to hotels which I like to categorise […]

These luxury hotels will open in 2021

By Guido Graf on Jun 19, 2021 in Accommodation, California, Europe, France, Hotels, Middle East, New York, North America, Regions, Resorts, Switzerland, United Arab Emirates, USA, Western Europe

2021 is a year packed with transformation in the hospitality and tourism industry where landmarks become 5-star luxury hotels, and these luxury hotels are promoting destinations. The new luxury hotels to open this year target millennials and advocate advanced technological features. These 5-star hotels have a mission to maintain a holistic and futuristic take on […]

6 luxury vacation ideas to quell your wanderlust right now

By Eric Hrubant on Dec 16, 2020 in Accommodation, California, Europe, Florida, France, New York, North America, Regions, USA, Vacation Rentals, Western Europe

If quarantine has you itching to leave your four walls, we can relate. The truth is, the only cure for wanderlust is travel, but that can feel like a daunting feat right now. The good news is, with approved vaccines being distributed and as borders, businesses, and accommodations begin to re-open, our options are broadening, […]

9 ways to find unpretentious luxury in Brooklyn, New York

By Eric Hrubant on Nov 30, 2020 in Accommodation, Attractions, Bars, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, New York, North America, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, USA

For fellow world explorers, travel bans and restrictions haven’t killed the travel bug — in fact, it’s probably “bugging” you more than ever before! But even though all the corners of the world may not be at your fingertips just yet, there’s still plenty of exploring to do. I asked my colleague, Esther Klijn, a […]

Supporting New York’s bars, cafés and restaurants with ‘Dine in NYC’

By Paul Johnson on Apr 23, 2020 in Bars, Food and Drink, Going Out, New York, North America, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, USA

NYC & Company, New York City’s official destination marketing organization, today announced the launch of Dine in NYC. The digital initiative encourages those who are able to, to continue to patronize more than 200 select, currently open bars, cafés and restaurants—located in 62 neighborhoods across all five boroughs and serving 27 distinct cuisines*—by gathering the […]

Luxury travel news this week

By Paul Johnson on Dec 22, 2019 in Accommodation, Air Travel, Asia, Cruises & Boat Travel, Europe, Featured, Hotels, Japan, Mexico, New York, North America, Regions, Speciality Travel, United Kingdom, USA, Western Europe

Here’s a round-up of luxury travel stories that have caught the eye this week. To make sure you receive these new weekly alerts in your web browser, please click on the red bell icon in the bottom right hand corner of the page and click ‘subscribe’ (works on desktop only – for other ways to […]

Win: 9 global getaways and a luxury round-the-world trip!

By Paul Johnson on Nov 21, 2019 in A Luxury Travel Blog, Air Travel, Attractions, Featured, Going Out, New York, North America, Regions, Restaurants, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, USA

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Celebrate Woodstock’s fifty-year anniversary – NYC weekend getaways

By Viktoria Altman on Apr 25, 2019 in Attractions, Events, Going Out, New York, North America, Regions, Travel Miscellany, USA

It is hard to believe, but it has been fifty years since the historic Woodstock festival in 1969. Woodstock’s effect on music, art, and culture is indisputable. However, many people don’t realize that the Woodstock festival did not take place in the New York town of the same name. Instead, due to logistical reasons, the […]

Top 10 most expensive cities in the world

By Nina Hobson on Mar 21, 2019 in Asia, California, China, Denmark, Europe, France, Hong Kong, Israel, Japan, Middle East, New York, North America, Regions, Singapore, South Korea, Switzerland, USA, Western Europe

Ever raised an eyebrow at the price of a meal on holiday? Spare a thought for those that live there. The Economist Intelligence Unit has published its annual Worldwide Cost of Living survey and it makes for very interesting reading. The survey was created to help companies calculate cost-of-living for expatriates and business travellers. Comparing the cost of […]

The top 10 alternative treasures of New York

By Scott Anderson on Dec 11, 2018 in Attractions, Cruises & Boat Travel, Food and Drink, Going Out, New York, North America, Regions, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, USA

While the likes of the Empire State Building, the Statue of Liberty and the Museum of Modern Art rightly grab the headlines, it’s perhaps in the breaths between highlights that New York really comes to life. Here are our top recommendations for getting the most out of the city’s hidden – and not so hidden […]

The best cities to celebrate New Year’s Eve

By Andrew Bezhenar on Nov 30, 2018 in Asia, Australia, China, Europe, Events, France, Hong Kong, Leisure Travel, Middle East, New York, North America, Oceania, Regions, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, USA, Western Europe

After packing away the decorations and preparing yourself to go back to work, it is easy to become deflated after Christmas. As the festive spirits slowly start to dissipate, you may be seeking another source of celebration. Why not perk yourself up by welcoming in the New Year in style? New Year’s Eve is a […]

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 […]

The world’s most luxurious bars

By Andrew Bezhenar on Aug 12, 2018 in Asia, Bars, Europe, Food and Drink, France, Going Out, Italy, Japan, Nevada, New York, North America, Regions, Sweden, Travel Miscellany, USA, Western Europe

When it comes to travelling the world, whether you’re enjoying a decadent city break, relaxing on white tropical sands, or even trekking across far off lands, sometimes there’s no better way to unwind in the evening than indulging in an exquisite glass of something bubbly. To help you make the most of your evenings whilst […]

5 luxury midtown Manhattan hotels for your next New York visit

By Nick Kontis on Aug 02, 2018 in Accommodation, Bars, Clubs, Going Out, Hotels, New York, North America, Regions, Restaurants, USA

Midtown Manhattan is the epicenter for visitors to New York City. The bright lights, and massive billboards selling everything from fast cars to the latest Star Trek flick. Globally, the imagery of the Big Apple exists between the confines of Times Square continuing along Broadway Theatre District culminating two blocks away at world’s most revered […]

6 of the most romantic places to propose around the world

By Andrew Bezhenar on Jun 26, 2018 in Arizona, Attractions, Australia, Europe, France, Going Out, Iceland, Italy, New York, North America, Oceania, Regions, USA, Western Europe

There’s no greater feeling than being in love. That oh so happy, feeling like you’re going to burst, heart soaring, all consuming love, and for many people, there’s no greater way to showcase that love then promising to spend your life with the person who means more to you than anyone else in the world. […]

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