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World's sexiest beaches

By Paul Johnson on Jul 30, 2007 in Africa, Antigua and Barbuda, Asia, Bahamas, Brazil, Cape Verde, Caribbean, Europe, Florida, Indonesia, Italy, Middle East, North America, Regions, Seychelles, South America, Spain, Turkey, USA, Western Europe

Concierge.com, the online home for inspired travel from Conde Nast has posted its picks for the third annual World’s Sexiest Beaches list. Beaches are both on and off the beaten path and are chosen for their beauty, buzz factor and overall steamy appeal. Here’s their top ten: Caprera Island, Sardinia, Italy Salvador, Bahia,

Get snapping...

By Paul Johnson on Jul 24, 2007 in Arctic, Ecuador, Europe, Norway, Photography, Polar Regions, Regions, South America, Travel Equipment, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

Fancy a trip to Arctic Norway or the Galapagos Islands? National Geographic, famed for its own stunning travel photography, is running its 19th World in Focus photography competition. First prize is a trip to your choice of the above two destinations. If instead you just want to gawp at the amazing images from

Seven New Wonders of the World

By Paul Johnson on Jul 09, 2007 in Asia, Attractions, Brazil, Europe, Going Out, India, Italy, Jordan, Mexico, Middle East, North America, Peru, Regions, South America, Western Europe

The ancient Mayan city of Chichen Itza in Mexico, the Great Wall of China, the Incan ruins of Machu Picchu in Peru, Brazil’s Statue of Christ Redeemer, the Colosseum in Rome, India’s Taj Mahal, and Jordan’s Petra have been voted the Seven New Wonders of the World at a ceremony in Lisbon, Portugal on 7th

Scuba diving off San Andres Island

By Paul Johnson on Jun 13, 2007 in Colombia, Regions, South America, Travel Miscellany, Videos

Discover the Colombian tropical island of San Andres… a scuba diver’s paradise.

Pumalin Park, southern Chile

By Paul Johnson on Apr 30, 2007 in Adventure Travel, Chile, Regions, South America, Speciality Travel

There’s a fascinating article from ABC News entitled ‘Millionaires with a Mission’. It’s all about how one of the most remote parts of the world, in southern Chile, has been bought by an American millionnaire who wants to preserve it. The 800,000-acre Pumalin Park is as remote as it comes, and it would take you

Luxury travel links of the week

By Paul Johnson on Apr 07, 2007 in Accommodation, Canada, Central America, Europe, France, Going Out, Hotels, North America, Real Estate, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, South America, Travel Miscellany, Websites, Western Europe

A weekly pick of luxury travel links for your perusal… Hotels and tours courtesy of Luxury Latin America Simplicity and sobriety make Restaurant Initiale Privileged resorts from Domaine Haut-Gardegan Luxury blogging from Luxist

Interview with Romina Cambiasso of Las Balsas

By Paul Johnson on Mar 25, 2007 in Accommodation, Africa, Argentina, Asia, Brazil, Celebrities, Egypt, Europe, Hotels, Indonesia, Interviews, Israel, Italy, Middle East, Regions, South Africa, South America, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

Romina Cambiasso is General Manager of Las Balsas in Patagonia, Argentina. Born in Buenos Aires, she majored in Tourism and has extensive experience in the industry, including posts at Park Hyatt Buenos Aires, The Aryaduta Jakarta and Iguazu Grand Hotel Resort & Casino, among others, prior to moving to Las Balsas. What is it that

Interview with Doug Gollan of Elite Traveler

By Paul Johnson on Mar 20, 2007 in Accommodation, Africa, Asia, California, China, Egypt, Europe, France, Going Out, Hong Kong, Hotels, Interviews, Italy, Magazines, New York, North America, Regions, Restaurants, South America, Travel Equipment, Travel Literature, Travel Miscellany, USA, Western Europe

Doug Gollan is one of three founders of the Elite Traveler magazine. While his title is President and Editor-in-Chief, his responsiblities include overseeing editorial, sales, marketing and distribution. What is it that you do exactly? I would say my time is divided mainly between the editorial, sales and marketing, with about 10% spent on

Suite of the week: Villa Inkaterra at the Inkaterra Machu Picchu, Peru

By Paul Johnson on Mar 19, 2007 in Accommodation, Hotels, Peru, Regions, South America, Suite of the Week

Suite name: Presidential Villa Hotel: Inkaterra Machu Picchu, Peru Size of accommodation: 3,000 sq ft Cost per night: US $ 1350.00 for 2 people for 2 nights What makes it special? Unique and exclusive, and located in a secluded setting, overlooking the orchid garden at Machu Picchu.

Ponta dos Ganchos Exclusive Resort, Brazil

By Paul Johnson on Mar 09, 2007 in Accommodation, Brazil, Regions, Resorts, South America, Travel Miscellany, Videos

A beautiful and exclusive beach resort in Santa Catarina on the southern coast of Brazil.

Take a world tour in luxury

By Paul Johnson on Mar 04, 2007 in Accommodation, Australia, Brazil, Eastern Europe, Europe, Hotels, Hungary, Oceania, Regions, Resorts, South America, Special Offers & Packages, Travel Miscellany

Why not plan ahead for late spring and early summer travel? Take advantage of these great offers from Leading Hotels of the World taking you to the unique destinations of São Paulo, the Great Barrier Reef and Budapest. Fasano, Hotel e Restaurante – São Paulo, Brazil For more than 100 years, the Fasano family has

Interview with Richard Beck of Classic Travel

By Paul Johnson on Feb 09, 2007 in Accommodation, Australia, Brazil, Celebrities, Cruises & Boat Travel, Europe, Fiji, France, Hotels, Interviews, New York, North America, Oceania, Regions, Resorts, South America, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, USA, Western Europe

Richard Beck is President of Classic Travel, a luxury travel website supported by a full service travel agency that has been operating in New York City since 1962. As well as enabling you to book hotels online, the website goes a step further and actually allows you to customize your room, letting you decide what

Rio Carnival - please share your experiences!

By Paul Johnson on Feb 09, 2007 in Brazil, Events, Regions, South America, Travel Miscellany

The main event of the Brazilian calendar is once again upon us. Next week the Rio Carnival, known for its elaborate parades, will set Rio de Janeiro alight with a fantastic spectacle of costumes and colour. If you happen to be going, or have ever been to the event in the past, please share

Interview with Ala Osmond of Exeter International

By Paul Johnson on Jan 28, 2007 in Accommodation, Africa, Argentina, Asia, Celebrities, Eastern Europe, Europe, Hotels, India, Interviews, Regions, Russia, South America, Travel Miscellany, Uganda, United Kingdom, Western Europe

Ala Osmond is Managing Director of Exeter International, a recognized leader in upscale luxury travel to Eastern Europe and Russia and one of the few companies listed on both Condé Nast Traveler’s and Travel + Leisure’s list of top travel specialists for Russia travel as well as Eastern Europe. What is it that you do

Interview with Nicolas Peluffo of Ponta dos Ganchos Exclusive Resort

By Paul Johnson on Jan 26, 2007 in Accommodation, Africa, Argentina, Asia, Australia, Brazil, Europe, Fiji, Food and Drink, France, Going Out, Hotels, Indonesia, Interviews, Maldives, Monaco, Oceania, Pacific Islands, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, Seychelles, South Africa, South America, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

Nicolas Peluffo is General Director of Ponta dos Ganchos Exclusive Resort, located in the beautiful Santa Catarina province of Brazil, 45 minutes from Florianopolis airport. It is a Relais & Chateaux member and a Virtuoso Preferred Hotel. What is it that you do exactly? I am obsessed about my work and a bit of

Interview with Christine Gray of Luxury Travel Magazine

By Paul Johnson on Jan 18, 2007 in Accommodation, Attractions, Brazil, Celebrities, Colorado, Europe, France, Going Out, Greece, Hotels, Interviews, Magazines, Middle East, North America, Regions, Resorts, South America, Travel Equipment, Travel Literature, Travel Miscellany, United Arab Emirates, USA, Western Europe

Christine Gray is founder and editor of Luxury Travel Magazine, a leading global information resource for high-end travellers, featuring the “A-List of Travel” – the world’s finest hotels and ultimate travel experiences. She was formerly a Beverly Hills travel agent to the stars. What is it that you do exactly? I’m continually traveling every day

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