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5 must-see monuments and 5 luxury hotels to stay in

By Guido Graf on Feb 26, 2020 in Accommodation, Asia, Brazil, China, Europe, Hotels, Italy, Jordan, Middle East, Peru, Regions, South America, Western Europe

In the ancient world, the Greeks had made a list of seven places any sight-seeing tourists in the Hellenic world should make the effort to see. Since the days of the Greeks and the Romans, the only monument in this list that still stands is the Great Pyramid at Giza. Our world offers more unique […]

Photograph of the Week: Yosemite, Sierra Nevada Mountains, California

Photograph of the week: Yosemite National Park, Sierra Nevada, California, USA

By Paul Johnson on Feb 26, 2020 in Attractions, California, Going Out, North America, Regions, USA

Yosemite National Park is many things to many people. For climbers, it is revered as the birthplace of rock climbing as a sport, and home to the holy grail of that sport: the Dawn Wall, El Capitan. For photo enthusiasts, it is well-known as muse to famed black-and-white photographer Ansel Adams. For snow-seekers it is […]

Budget friendly but brilliant staycations

By Carl O'Neill on Feb 25, 2020 in Accommodation, Europe, Hotels, Regions, Road Travel, Speciality Travel, United Kingdom, Western Europe

Reducing our carbon footprint and impact on the environment has never been more important. Aviation alone accounts for at least 2% of global carbon emissions. Although ruling out flying altogether may be inconceivable, you can reduce your air miles and carbon footprint in 2020 by opting for a luxury staycation. Not only can staycation by […]

Travel Africa for good

By Paul Johnson on Feb 24, 2020 in Africa, Namibia, Regions

An African safari is a bucket list item for many. No doubt. The problem being: will there still be safaris to go on in years to come? Amazing African animals to see? With endangered species on the rise, and desperately decreasing numbers of some of the most magical beasts known to man, if African safaris […]

Luxury travel news this week

By Paul Johnson on Feb 23, 2020 in Air Travel, Canada, Cruises & Boat Travel, Europe, Health & Safety, Italy, North America, Regions, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, 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 […]

The top 5 best value luxury Tanzania lodges

By Marc Harris on Feb 22, 2020 in Accommodation, Africa, Camping, Hotels, Regions, Resorts, Tanzania

On most of the classic “fly-in” safaris, the lodges you stay at will all have a certain level of luxury which cannot be replicated on any other kind of holiday. The personalised safari experience really is unparalleled throughout the world of hospitality. The attention to detail, personalised service, friendly atmosphere and amazing food in the […]

5 museums you might not know in Athens

By Joanna Kalafatis on Feb 22, 2020 in Attractions, Europe, Going Out, Greece, Regions, Western Europe

Every traveler who visits Athens usually has one main goal: to see the Acropolis. Climbing up this Athenian hill to view the majestic Parthenon in person is almost every visitor’s first stop, followed by a trip to the splendid Acropolis Museum. While the sprawling Acropolis Museum shares deep insights into the history and daily life […]

Top 5 safari lodges for families in South Africa

By Kristof Eyckmans on Feb 22, 2020 in Accommodation, Adventure Travel, Africa, Family Travel, Hotels, Regions, Resorts, South Africa, Speciality Travel

We all know that safaris are increasingly popular among the travelers who are looking for something more adventurous than just a beach or city holiday. And where it used to be mummy and daddy who would go and explore the African bush, it is fast becoming a favorite holiday for families who like to add […]

Ecotourism and indigenous stewardship

By Miguel Andy on Feb 21, 2020 in Ecuador, Regions, South America

Ecotourism is generally hailed as the best form of tourism for environmentally conscious travelers. When the idea of a retreat into nature complete with wildlife observation and beautiful amenities is sold to customers, it is certainly easy to see why this may be preferable to other forms of tourism. Hence, it makes perfect sense that […]

Spectacular luxury villas in Thailand’s most unconventional locations

By Silvan Kitma on Feb 21, 2020 in Accommodation, Asia, Regions, Thailand, Vacation Rentals

The islands of Phuket and Koh Samui possess a uniquely extraordinary landscape. Its coastline is a mosaic work of multiple characters: from towering rock cliffs to dramatic hill slopes, from immaculate stretches of white sand to beaches dotted by house-size boulders half-buried in the sand. And following all these, a tropical woodland covers the shoreline […]

Children riding horseback at Ant's Collection

Family riding holidays in Africa

By Laura Burdett-Munns on Feb 21, 2020 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Botswana, Kenya, Leisure Travel, Regions, South Africa, Speciality Travel

Exploring a national park by 4×4 is exhilarating, but doing it on horseback brings with it a whole new level of excitement. Without the growling of an engine you can approach much closer before starting to disturb the game. Horses are not noisy, or invasive. Wild animals are aware of the horses’ presence but completely […]

Northeastern Brazil: a cultural stew of culinary delights!

By Simone Scorsato on Feb 20, 2020 in Brazil, Food and Drink, Regions, South America, Travel Miscellany

Rich in geographical and cultural diversity, Brazil is a delightful destination for those who love to eat and experience knowledge and flavors on a culinary journey through different regions of the country to stimulate the senses of sight, smell and, above all, taste. In fact, over more than 500 years of history, Brazilian cuisine results […]

April to September in Provence

By Su Stephens on Feb 20, 2020 in Attractions, Europe, France, Going Out, Regions, Western Europe

The mere mention of Provence conjures idyllic images of lavender fields bathed in evocative inspiring light. Whether you imagine the enchanting countryside clasping precarious hillside villages, or consider the cooler climes of medieval caves, Provence will not fail to delight. Here we offer ideas on things to do and places to visit in Provence from […]

What to find in the Plaza Grande of Quito

By Marcel Perkins on Feb 19, 2020 in Attractions, Ecuador, Going Out, Regions, South America

The Plaza Grande or Plaza de la Independencia, is located on Av. Venezuela between Chile and Espejo. It is one of the biggest attractions of the colonial center of Quito. In it some of the architectural jewels are discovered which were fundamental pieces so that it has been declared by the United Nations, as Cultural […]

Luxury skiing in Switzerland – 5 reasons to visit (and invest in!) Saas Fee

By Camilla Symington on Feb 19, 2020 in Accommodation, Europe, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Restaurants, Switzerland, Western Europe

If you have a serious passion for skiing, you may decide the odd holiday is not enough to quell your adrenaline urge. Investing in any property is a huge emotional and often financial upheaval, however the returns can be tempting and if you’re happy to let your property it can in some cases even pay […]

Photo of the Week: Lotte World Tower, Seoul, Korea

Photograph of the week: Lotte World Tower, Seoul, South Korea

By Paul Johnson on Feb 19, 2020 in Attractions, Going Out, Regions, South Korea

Soaring 123 floors into the Seoul sky, the Lotte World Tower in South Korea may not be the tallest building in the world (it comes in as the world’s fifth tallest for the record), but it can boast three other, possibly even more impressive, ‘world records’. One: it is home to the world’s highest glass-bottomed […]

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