Category: USA
Photograph of the week: Lighthouse at Anacapa
In the summer of 2012, Josh McNair finally got the chance to take a boat out to the Channel Islands National Park and visit Anacapa. This island has a stark beauty that is very out of place in the industrial hodge-podge that is Southern California. After walking around the island, he started an approach to
5 of the best off-season luxury rental destinations
By John-Christian Moquette on Nov 20, 2012 in Accommodation, Africa, Australia, Europe, Italy, Mauritius, New York, North America, Oceania, Regions, South Africa, USA, Vacation Rentals, Western Europe
Saying farewell to the holiday season always leaves travelers feeling a little blue. The warmth turns to cold and you long for a vacation after your vacation. But keep your chin up; there are plenty of go-to places for off-season stays that will warm the cockles of your heart and save you a few pennies 
The magical burning waterfall that is Eternal Flame Falls
By Paul Johnson on Nov 15, 2012 in Attractions, Featured, Going Out, New York, North America, Regions, USA
I was surrpised not to have stumbled upon this one before and apologise to those readers that already know about it, but whilst recently browsing the Web I came across the magical Eternal Flame Falls. This is a double dose of nature in all its glory… a waterfall that happens to pass over a slight natural 
10 of the quirkiest hotel rooms in the world
By Matt Payne on Nov 12, 2012 in Accommodation, California, Canada, Europe, Featured, France, Fun Stuff, Hotels, Idaho, Nevada, New York, North America, Regions, Resorts, Sweden, Travel Miscellany, USA, Western Europe
Hotel rooms can be expensive, especially while on a city break – aiming to take in more sights than your balcony or window has to offer. Some of these suites offer more than just a stunning view. From quirky exteriors, underground caverns and tree top orbs, this post will take you through an alternate look on some of 
Interview with Michael Frye, Founder of British Heritage Chauffeur Tours
By Paul Johnson on Nov 06, 2012 in Accommodation, Attractions, Celebrities, Europe, Food and Drink, France, Going Out, Hotels, Interviews, Middle East, Nevada, North America, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, USA, Western Europe
Michael Frye, founder of British Heritage Chauffeur Tours, is one of those lucky people who has been able to enjoy two vastly different professions. For twenty years he was one of the principals of the London Symphony Orchestra, where he had the honour of meeting Stravinsky, and performing with musicians as diverse as Herbert Von 
Top 10 places you won't find on Google Maps
By Paul Johnson on Oct 28, 2012 in Alaska, Asia, Eastern Europe, Europe, France, Germany, Japan, Kuwait, Middle East, Netherlands, New York, North America, North Korea, Portugal, Regions, Russia, Travel Miscellany, USA, Videos, Western Europe, Worldwide
I stumbled upon this video recently, and thought it was rather interesting, so am sharing it here even though there’s no obvious luxury angle. Since even Nevada’s much-talked about Area 51 can be found on Google Maps (though admittedly, much of the operations there probably take place underground), it’s interesting to see what places are hidden. 
10 of the most exclusive luxury hotel services
By Max Statham on Oct 25, 2012 in Accommodation, Arizona, Asia, Brazil, California, Caribbean, Europe, Hotels, India, Italy, Jamaica, Mexico, New York, North America, Regions, South America, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Switzerland, United Kingdom, USA, Western Europe
If you believe that a luxurious hotel is just a place to stay for a night, you are wrong. Luxurious hotels offer much more than fashionable interior and unusual exterior to attract visitors. A wish to amaze guests has no limits. Nowadays hotels offer exclusive services for the most sophisticated visitors: from unique spa-procedures to 
12 of the most stunning winter sun locations in the world
By Simon Goddard on Oct 24, 2012 in Africa, Asia, Australia, Cape Verde, Caribbean, Cuba, Egypt, Europe, Florida, India, Leisure Travel, Malaysia, Mexico, Middle East, North America, Oceania, Regions, Spain, Speciality Travel, Sri Lanka, Thailand, United Arab Emirates, USA, Western Europe, Worldwide
Following one of the wettest summers on record, Britons are in much need of some rest and recuperation in a dry, warm and sunny climate. But where can you go for almost guaranteed winter sunshine? What are the best beaches to eat your Christmas dinner on? Where are the perfect spots of winter paradise? Don’t fret, we’ve thrown 
The 5 best wine destinations in the world
By Paul Johnson on Oct 19, 2012 in Africa, Argentina, Australia, California, Europe, Food and Drink, Italy, North America, Oceania, Regions, South Africa, South America, Travel Miscellany, USA, Western Europe
Love wine? Love to incorporate some great wines in your next trip? Then take a look at this list from TripAdvisor. According to the popular travel review site, these are currently the five best wine destinations in the world. I don’t suppose the French will be happy at not making the list, whilst California’s Napa Valley 
Highlights of the Condé Nast Traveler 25th Annual Readers' Choice Awards
By Paul Johnson on Oct 18, 2012 in Accommodation, Asia, Australia, Caribbean, China, Cruises & Boat Travel, Dominican Republic, Hawaii, Hotels, Illinois, India, Mexico, New York, North America, Oceania, Regions, Resorts, South Carolina, Speciality Travel, USA
The results are in for the Condé Nast Traveler 25th Annual Readers’ Choice Awards. The awards rank the best cities, islands, cruise lines, airlines, hotels, and resorts worldwide. A record 46,476 readers participated, rating 370 hotels, resorts, and cruise lines above a score of 90! (To put this in perspective, the first list in 1988 
The world's top 10 islands to visit
By Paul Johnson on Oct 16, 2012 in Asia, California, Caribbean, Europe, Italy, Massachusetts, Netherlands Antilles, North America, Oceania, Pacific Islands, Regions, Spain, Thailand, United Kingdom, USA, Western Europe, Worldwide
National Geographic has come up with a top 10 islands to visit. Now you might expect to see the islands of the Maldives or maybe one or two of the Greek islands, but no… this list is quite different. There’s no Fiji, no Seychelles, and it seems that even the Galapagos don’t make the grade 
Staying at home to explore Sedona
I’ve done my share of world traveling. I’ve backpacked and hitchhiked, I’ve done a few luxury tours, and I’ve gone the group route. The one thing that all of these different types of travels have in common is the getting out and exploring. No matter if you’re traveling alone, with loved ones or with strangers
The 4 best tour guides in the world?
By Paul Johnson on Oct 08, 2012 in Adventure Travel, Alaska, Asia, Central America, Guatemala, India, Magazines, Myanmar, Nepal, North America, Speciality Travel, Travel Equipment, Travel Literature, USA
Wanderlust magazine, the bible for independent-minded travellers, has announced the four winners in its annual World Guide Awards, which honour the very best tour leaders from across the globe. In a ceremony at London’s Royal Geographical Society, Italian Luca Alfatti from Dragoman, Burmese Nyi Nyi ‘Frankie’ Naing who guides for Panoramic Journeys, G Adventures guide 
Now you can explore the Great Barrier Reef courtesy of Google Street View
By Paul Johnson on Sep 26, 2012 in Adventure Travel, Asia, Australia, Hawaii, North America, Oceania, Philippines, Regions, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, USA, Videos
You may recall back in 2010 that Google Street View extended to parts of Antarctica. Now they’re going a step further and taking us underwater to explore Australia’s Great Barrier Reef. Thanks to a partnership between the Catlin Seaview Survey and Google Maps, it’s now possible to observe the reef just as divers do. Specially adapted 
