Five star luxury in Venice
Surely there is no better way to approach a hotel than travelling up the Grand Canal in the beautiful…
Arriving in style – Mauritius
Getting to Mauritius from Yorkshire was a pretty straightforward affair: train to Kings Cross, taxi to Paddington, Heathrow Express to…
Photograph of the week: Sunset in the Cordillera Blanca of the Peruvian Andes
This photo was shot near sunset, high in the Cordillera Blanca of Peru’s Andes mountains. On this particular climb…
3 sophisticated European locations to celebrate the New Year in style
There are many different ways in which you can choose to celebrate your New Year – these ideas will…
Secret London: the St James’s Hotel and Club
Checking into the St James’s Hotel and Club is an understated affair. This is one of London’s most discrete,…
How to live like a Maharaja in Rajasthan
Rajasthan, the Land of Kings showcases royal India at its best. Ancient forts and exquisite palaces are the perfect…
3 of the ultimate luxury Peru vacations
If you are tempted by luxury travel in South America, have you considered a trip to Peru? Most luxury…
A little luxury in Colombo, Sri Lanka
“Walk down the stairs, it’s good for you”; commands the late Cyril Gardiner with refreshing disparity directed at the…
The biggest Christmas tree in the world
Often dubbed as ‘the biggest Christmas tree in the world’, the Mount Ingino Christmas Tree can be found near…
3 luxurious getaways in Japan
For those looking to experience a mix of tradition and luxury in Japan, it’s important to choose the right…
Is this the world’s most luxurious train?
The opulent Palace on Wheels train was rated as one of the worlds top ten luxury train journeys last…
Ancient Agadir: beyond the booming beach
Agadir is Moroccos major south-western city, the capital of the Agadir province, and the Sous-Massa economic region. Tourism has…
A luxury family break in Marbella
Marbella has always been synonymous with a jet set lifestyle. Puerto Banus’ Marina is a sight to behold, crammed…
5 menus not to miss in Malta
Just a 90 minute ferry ride from Sicily and just north of Tunisia and Libya, this country is small…
Photograph of the week: Waterfall in southern Iceland
The waterfall is on the south coast of Iceland and is called Seljallandsfoss. In the summer the midnight sun…
Taking luxury to new heights in Italy
Great Hotels of the World member, Hotel Brunelleschi in Florence has now opened its unique Tower Suite which occupies…
