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Lesser-known luxury island escapes

By Nick Van Gruisen on Aug 21, 2014 in Africa, Australia, Caribbean, Leisure Travel, Massachusetts, Mozambique, North America, Oceania, Regions, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Speciality Travel, USA

Ask people to draw up a bucket list of islands they would most like to visit and Zanzibar, Barbados,, Tahiti and Sri Lanka are the likeliest candidates to top the polls. Here, we look at a quartet of smaller, lesser know islands that offer an intriguing alternative to the A list and might well be […]

Summer fun in Lake Tahoe

By Dana Rebmann on Aug 09, 2014 in Accommodation, Attractions, California, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Nevada, North America, Regions, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, USA

It was the 1960 Winter Olympics at Squaw Valley that introduced the world to Lake Tahoe. Snow is big here. The more of it the better. From skiing to snowboarding to tubing; if it requires snow, there’s a stretch of mountainside here where you can do it on. But as winter comes and goes, so […]

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 & […]

Top 10 stops along Florida’s A1A Scenic Byway

By Leah DeAngelis on Aug 09, 2014 in Florida, North America, Regions, Road Travel, Speciality Travel, USA

Florida’s Historic Coast is an eclectic combination of old-world charm and history, natural habitat, and beachy fun. The drive south along the A1A Scenic & Historic Coastal Byway from Ponte Vedra to Flagler beach is a visual feast of fish shacks, colorful beach houses, and 42 miles of unspoiled cinnamon sugar beaches. Step back into […]

The top 5 seafood restaurants in Boston

By Parul Lahoti on Aug 07, 2014 in Food and Drink, Going Out, Massachusetts, North America, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, USA

Having lived in Boston for a few years, I came to appreciate what fresh seafood really can taste like. Being on the coast has major advantages, like fish caught the same morning, lots of availability, and a sustainable mindset. When looking for where to dine on seafood in Boston, there are many places to choose […]

9 adrenaline thrills for the daredevil in you

By Daniel Moran on Jul 31, 2014 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Asia, Australia, Bahamas, Caribbean, Central America, Nepal, Nicaragua, North America, Oceania, Regions, South Africa, Speciality Travel, USA, Worldwide

Seeking out danger is not everyone’s idea of a luxury vacation yet for many a week or two of bliss in a lovely hotel is prime time for a thrill or three, if only just to reaffirm just how much you enjoy the feel of a marble floor beneath your feet and a finely made […]

Top 10 places to see the stars

By Tom Marchant on Jul 31, 2014 in Africa, Asia, Australia, Bolivia, Chile, China, Europe, Indonesia, Namibia, New Zealand, North America, Oceania, Regions, South Africa, South America, Sweden, USA, Utah, Western Europe, Worldwide

Minimal light pollution, meteors streaking across the sky and the glow of the Milky Way. The dark skies as nature intended are becoming rarer, but as soon as you step out of the luminous cities and into the wilderness, you won’t believe your eyes as you take in over 15,000 shimmering fireballs lighting up the […]

6 of the best hotels for art

By Maxine Roberts on Jul 31, 2014 in Accommodation, Africa, Caribbean, Europe, France, Guadeloupe, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Morocco, New York, North America, Regions, South Africa, Speciality Travel, Sweden, USA, Western Europe, Worldwide

There is a definitive synergy between art and travel and, increasingly, we are finding that hotels are embracing this superlative relationship to offer guests an enriching and thought-provoking experience. Challenging the norm, art is becoming the new hotel accessory, serving to accentuate the concept that people do not want culture in prescribed pockets. Whether it […]

The best luxury hotels in Hawaii

By Hilary Stockton on Jul 31, 2014 in Accommodation, Hawaii, Hotels, North America, Regions, Resorts, USA

The best luxury hotels in Hawaii command high premiums, and for good reason: each has a loyal following that returns year after year, in addition to the many couples visiting for the first time on a special honeymoon or anniversary trip, or families splurging on a very special Hawaiian vacation. As a Virtuoso luxury travel […]

Photograph of the week: Just Room Enough Island, 1000 Islands, New York State, USA

By Paul Johnson on Jul 30, 2014 in New York, North America, Regions, USA

Located close to the famouse Boldt Castle and only a few boat minutes away from Alexandria Bay, this island has it all. The island offers even enough room for the essential life – as its name implies “Just Room Enough Island”. Hub Island, as it’s also called, offers one of the best terrace views in […]

12 luxury hotel openings to be excited about this year

By Daniel Moran on Jul 16, 2014 in Accommodation, Africa, Asia, Australia, China, Colombia, Eastern Europe, Europe, France, Hotels, Illinois, Indonesia, Middle East, New York, North America, Oceania, Pacific Islands, Regions, Resorts, Russia, South America, Tanzania, Turkey, United Kingdom, USA, Western Europe, Worldwide

Every year sees a great many new hotels open and 2014 is no different. The major hotel brands are reacting to the market and diversifying as it is no longer enough to offer one brand and one product. Hilton, Marriott and Starwood amongst many others have different brands to suit different market needs. Whether it […]

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 […]

Interview with Matthew Savage, Sales Director at Smart Aviation

By Paul Johnson on Jul 08, 2014 in Accommodation, Asia, Europe, Food and Drink, France, Hotels, Interviews, Nepal, New York, North America, Regions, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, USA, Western Europe

I’ve been in the aviation industry for 25 years in charter sales roles, working for two major airlines and another large broker prior to Smart Aviation. I spend my time running the Smart Aviation charter broking team, as well as personally arranging private jet flights for my clients. My clients can be the rich and […]

5 of the world’s best bars with a view

By Matthew Coe on Jul 07, 2014 in Asia, Bars, Caribbean, Dominican Republic, Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, India, Indonesia, New York, North America, Regions, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, USA, Western Europe

No matter where you are in the world, there’s nothing quite like enjoying a good ol’ thirst quencher. Whether you fancy knocking back a pint of ice-cold beer or sipping on an expertly mixed martini, you won’t be able to resist our pick of the world’s best bars, all of which boast spectacular views. From […]

8 ridiculously expensive and mouth-watering desserts

By Gypsycouple on Jul 05, 2014 in Africa, Asia, Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Louisiana, Nevada, New York, North America, Regions, Restaurants, Sri Lanka, Tanzania, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, USA, Western Europe

Some food is more expensive than others, it depends on where you are having it, who’s making it and what rare ingredient has been added to it. One can understand the main course being expensive with that logic, but explaining how you splurged a few thousand dollars on desserts alone can take some explaining. Let’s […]

10 reasons why Atlanta makes a perfect girlfriend getaway

By Janice Nieder on Jun 30, 2014 in Attractions, Georgia, Going Out, North America, Regions, USA

Atlanta has always received high marks as one of the South’s most stylish cities; however this year Atlanta has really hit the sweet spot. Between all the new museum openings, the expansion of the Atlanta Beltline, exciting retail developments and a fabulous local food scene spearheaded by passionate chefs, all you need is a pair […]

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