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Top 5 luxury Latin American holidays you need to plan in advance

By Simon Williams on Jan 16, 2020 in Adventure Travel, Antarctic, Argentina, Brazil, Central America, Chile, Costa Rica, Cruises & Boat Travel, Events, Polar Regions, Regions, South America, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany

As lovers of luxury travel, there is nothing more disappointing than designing the dream itinerary on paper, only to have availability at the top-level hotels scupper your vacation plans late on. We all know that certain destinations at certain times are busier than others, but without an in-depth knowledge of the regions you are planning […]

Travel beyond

By Nicholas Dean on Dec 29, 2019 in Antarctic, Argentina, Chile, Polar Regions, Regions, South America

The dawning of a New Year brings the opportunity to consider a host of exciting travel plans for 2020. Whether impassioned by a spirit for adventure or a long-term wanderlust, exploratory experiences are becoming a bucket list headline. Far flung destinations, perhaps not previously considered, are becoming far more accessible and a voyage of discovery […]

From Costa Rica to Colombia: our top 10 wildlife destinations around the world in 2020

By Thomas Ryves on Dec 10, 2019 in Adventure Travel, Antarctic, Asia, Botswana, Canada, Central America, Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, India, Japan, Malaysia, North America, Polar Regions, South America, Speciality Travel, Uganda

Face-to-face wildlife encounters are always a memorable highlight of a luxury holiday or safari adventure, and there are numerous ways wildlife fans can indulge their love of animals all over the globe – in destinations that also offer beautiful landscapes, unique experiences and exceptional hotels to stay in along the way. Here we round up […]

Latin America’s best stargazing spots

By Simon Williams on Oct 10, 2019 in Antarctic, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Polar Regions, Regions, South America

With the luxury of wide-open spaces in spectacularly remote locations, the rural hideaways of Latin America’s varied geography lie under some of the clearest skies on planet earth. From the arid deserts of northern Chile to the tropical wetlands of western Brazil, travellers seeking the bliss of isolation in the countryside are also treated to […]

Top 5 luxury holidays for a celebration

By Dave Warne on Jun 22, 2019 in Accommodation, Adventure Travel, Africa, Antarctic, Asia, Ecuador, Europe, Honeymoons, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Malaysia, Peru, Polar Regions, Rail Travel, Regions, South America, Speciality Travel, Sweden, Tanzania, Western Europe, Worldwide

From big birthdays to wedding anniversaries and honeymoons, there’s no better way to celebrate a milestone than with an extra-special getaway. Here, we’ve put together our ultimate list of luxury holidays to help you celebrate that special occasion in style, from unforgettable wildlife experiences to truly iconic train journeys. Journey on the Eastern & Oriental […]

Luxury travel news this week

By Paul Johnson on Dec 02, 2018 in Africa, Antarctic, Arctic, Cruises & Boat Travel, Europe, Events, Featured, Madagascar, Middle East, Norway, Polar Regions, Qatar, 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 […]

Top 5 cruises for an unforgettable luxury holiday in Antarctica

By Simon Williams on Oct 13, 2018 in Antarctic, Cruises & Boat Travel, Polar Regions, Regions, Speciality Travel

A holiday to the white continent of Antarctica is on many a traveller’s bucket list, but how can you decide on which cruise to take? There are now a number of operators offering exciting trips to this vast and icy part of the world, all with their own unique benefits. The ships are decked out […]

Top 7 magical experiences in Chile and where to stay

By Simon Williams on Jun 13, 2018 in Accommodation, Adventure Travel, Antarctic, Attractions, Chile, Going Out, Hotels, Polar Regions, Regions, South America, Speciality Travel

Chile is one of the hottest travel destinations for 2018, offering something for everyone along with magnificent scenery, friendly cities and delicious cuisine. We have chosen 7 of the best and most magical experiences to enjoy when visiting, and suggested 7 of the most luxurious hotels to match; 1. Hiking the W Trek One of […]

18 of the best countries to visit in 2018

By Paul Johnson on Jan 01, 2018 in Africa, Antarctic, Arctic, Asia, Belize, Bhutan, Botswana, Brazil, Canada, Central America, Denmark, Eastern Europe, Europe, Faroe Islands, Featured, France, India, Italy, Japan, Malawi, Malta, Mauritius, New Zealand, North America, Oceania, Poland, Polar Regions, Regions, South America, Spain, Sri Lanka, Western Europe

Travel and tourism is one industry that has continued to thrive in recent years, consistently out-performing the global economy, and 2018 looks to be no exception. We spoke to a number of experts in the industry to find out their opinions on the countries to visit in the year ahead. And so here are 18 […]

The best unique experiences in Antarctica

By Simon Williams on Nov 20, 2017 in Adventure Travel, Air Travel, Antarctic, Cruises & Boat Travel, Leisure Travel, Polar Regions, Regions, Speciality Travel

As Christmas approaches us once again, the winter sun holidays are as popular as ever. However, for many travellers, this time of year signals the ideal opportunity to visit colder regions and really embrace the spirit of this snowy season. As the southern hemisphere begins to warm, we slip into winter, and it opens up […]

5 unique destinations best experienced by yacht

By Geoff Moore on Sep 05, 2017 in Antarctic, Caribbean, Central America, Cruises & Boat Travel, Cuba, Polar Regions, Regions, South America, Speciality Travel, US Virgin Islands

For those looking for the ultimate getaway, chartering a yacht can allow you to go one step further and discover some of the world’s most amazing landscapes in a completely unique way. In addition to allowing you to set sail and enjoy views from your own private deck, yacht charter also provides you with on-hand […]

10 winning facts about Antarctica to disarm every opponent

By Matt Schwachofer on Aug 07, 2017 in Antarctic, Polar Regions

The next time someone says they don’t understand why anyone would take an Antarctic cruise, here’s some interesting trivia that might change their mind. We hope you enjoy our 10 winning facts about Antarctica to disarm every opponent. 1. NASA uses the Antarctic to test space gear The coasts of Antarctica are usually quite mild […]

10 exceptional wildlife experiences in Latin America

By Simon Williams on Jun 14, 2017 in Adventure Travel, Antarctic, Argentina, Brazil, Central America, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cruises & Boat Travel, Ecuador, Featured, Peru, Polar Regions, South America, Speciality Travel

It doesn’t matter what type of holiday or trip you are looking for; Latin America has something to offer everyone. There are idyllic beaches, fascinating historical sites, exciting adventurous activities, off-the-scale luxury hotels and award-winning restaurants to name but a few. However, if you are interested in wildlife, the options are endless. From sweeping mountainous […]

8 exciting ways an Antarctica cruise might change your life

By Matt Schwachofer on May 10, 2017 in Antarctic, Cruises & Boat Travel, Polar Regions, Regions, Speciality Travel

People who have taken an Antarctic cruise will tell you it is an experience not quite like any other vacation experience they’ve ever had. And chances are, they’ll keep trying to tell you, again and again, how life-changing the trip truly was, only pausing when they take a moment to book their next trip to […]

9 interesting facts about Antarctica

By Matt Schwachofer on Mar 16, 2017 in Adventure Travel, Antarctic, Featured, Polar Regions, Regions, Speciality Travel

Why the heck would you head to Antarctica? Most of us get our fill of snow and ice at home, thank you very much. Isn’t that all there is to see around the South Pole? As it turns out, not even close. Antarctica and the nearby islands are part of an amazingly vital ecosystem that […]

7 magical places to watch the sunset in Latin America

By Simon Williams on Jan 11, 2017 in Antarctic, Bolivia, Brazil, Central America, Chile, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Regions, South America

Latin America boasts some of the worlds most postcard worthy beaches, particularly in Brazil and Costa Rica. As top honeymoon destinations, they wouldn’t be complete without some truly magical sunsets, and both offer them almost every night of the year. However, these aren’t the only two places to consider if you’re in search of the […]

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