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5 reasons to join the Carnival revelry in Brazil

5 reasons to join the Carnival revelry in Brazil

By on Jan 27, 2020 in Brazil, Events, Leisure Travel, Regions, South America, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany

One of the most anticipated parties on Brazil’s calendar, Carnival has, over the centuries, become an integral part of national culture. However, it is neither a Brazilian invention nor is it celebrated in Brazil only. In fact, Carnival dates back to Ancient Mesopotamia, Greece, and Rome. In Brazil, the revelry began in the colonial period […]

Luxury travel news this week

Luxury travel news this week

By on Jan 26, 2020 in Accommodation, Air Travel, Asia, China, Europe, Featured, Health & Safety, Hotels, Regions, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe, Worldwide

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 […]

5 of the world's most overlooked animals

5 of the world’s most overlooked animals

By on Jan 25, 2020 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Argentina, Asia, Bolivia, Botswana, Brazil, Brunei Darussalam, Central America, Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Indonesia, Kenya, Madagascar, Malawi, Malaysia, Mexico, Mozambique, Namibia, North America, Paraguay, Peru, Regions, South America, Speciality Travel, Tanzania, Uganda, Venezuela, Zambia, Zimbabwe

One of the most enticing things about travelling abroad is the chance to see the fascinating and unusual creatures of the world. There are many iconic wildlife experiences, whether it be looking at lions laze in the grasses of South Africa, meeting mountain gorillas in the dense jungles of Rwanda and Uganda or watching wildebeest […]

New decade, new travel goals: 12 reasons to go on an African safari in 2020

New decade, new travel goals: 12 reasons to go on an African safari in 2020

By on Jan 23, 2020 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Kenya, Regions, Speciality Travel

All around the world, countdowns have been shouted, loved ones kissed and champagne bottles popped, signaling the start of a new year and a new decade. For some, this is also the time to revisit last year’s resolutions and write new goals for the year ahead. If travel has made your list in 2020 and […]

Madagascar - a birder's paradise

Madagascar – a birder’s paradise

By on Jan 22, 2020 in Africa, Leisure Travel, Madagascar, Regions, Speciality Travel

If you saw the DreamWorks film Madagascar, you could be forgiven for getting very confused about what sort of wildlife inhabits this vast, Indian Ocean island off the south-eastern coast of Africa. There are no penguins, and no escapees from Central Park Zoo. What you will find, however, is an extraordinary hotpot of biodiversity: 90% […]

5 positives to a ski holiday lacking in snow

5 positives to a ski holiday lacking in snow

By on Jan 22, 2020 in Leisure Travel, Speciality Travel

The snow sports industry is entirely at the whim of the weather and – as much as we wish that we could – we simply cannot control it. Having a bad snow season unfortunately goes with the territory, though of course our disappointment is entirely valid when we fly across the globe only to find […]

5 of the best places to take a boat trip in Europe

5 of the best places to take a boat trip in Europe

By on Jan 21, 2020 in Croatia, Cruises & Boat Travel, Eastern Europe, Europe, France, Italy, Regions, Spain, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

Renting a boat is a great way to enjoy a different perspective of a place. Whether you chose to join a group boat tour on your next travelling experience, or hire a boat for a private trip, there are plenty of opportunities to make the most of the scenery and views from a position on […]

9 of the best luxury sailing cruise adventures

9 of the best luxury sailing cruise adventures

By on Jan 20, 2020 in Africa, Asia, Cruises & Boat Travel, Ecuador, Egypt, Europe, Greece, Indonesia, Regions, South America, Speciality Travel, United Kingdom, Western Europe, Worldwide

The days of sail were thought to be over but they’re coming back with a vengeance. More and more people want to be environmentally friendly when they take a cruise these days and you can’t get much greener than a luxury sailing ship especially one that has been converted into a 5 star cruise liner. […]

Family holidays with a difference: our top five family beach hotels for 2020

Family holidays with a difference: our top five family beach hotels for 2020

By on Jan 20, 2020 in Accommodation, Caribbean, Europe, Family Travel, Greece, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Mexico, Middle East, North America, Oman, Regions, Resorts, Saint Lucia, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

Treat your family to a memorable luxury beach holiday by picking the perfect hotel in the perfect destination, offering everything your family could want – and more. We have handpicked our top five hotels and resorts for an extra-special family holiday in 2020, where children can enjoy adventures from water sports to wildlife tracking, while […]

Luxury travel news this week

Luxury travel news this week

By on Jan 19, 2020 in Accommodation, Air Travel, Australia, Cruises & Boat Travel, Hotels, Mexico, North America, Oceania, Regions, Speciality Travel, USA

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 […]

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The 5 most romantic spots to propose in Portugal

By on Jan 19, 2020 in Europe, Honeymoons, Leisure Travel, Portugal, Regions, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

Are you planning the most special occasion of your life, your wedding proposal? The proposal of marriage to the person you love is something that should be treasured for ever. The setting, timing and location are so important. You will be talking about this moment for the next seventy years, so you really do need […]

Top 5 up-and-coming golf destinations for 2020

Top 5 up-and-coming golf destinations for 2020

By on Jan 18, 2020 in Asia, Bulgaria, Eastern Europe, Europe, Italy, Leisure Travel, Mexico, North America, Portugal, Regions, Speciality Travel, Thailand, Western Europe

Anyone who loves golf and travel has a few bucket list golf courses on their minds, like The Old Course at St. Andrews or Pebble Beach. But when you are truly devoted to traveling the world to play golf, you start to crave new challenges. Here are our top five up-and-coming golf destinations to add […]

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21 things to do in Nepal

By on Jan 18, 2020 in Adventure Travel, Air Travel, Asia, Attractions, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Nepal, Regions, Restaurants, Speciality Travel

Nepal is the ultimate mountain country; home to the magnificent 8,848-metre-high Mt. Everest, breathtaking Himalayan scenery and high-octane paths – it’s difficult to match Nepal for dramatic scenery. But with seven UNESCO World Heritage Sites in the Kathmandu Valley alone, from ancient temples to stunning palace complexes, and epic wildlife and bird spotting opportunities, there’s […]

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Top 10 swim-up rooms in Mallorca hotels

By on Jan 17, 2020 in Accommodation, Europe, Featured, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Regions, Spain, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

Wake up to a pool on your doorstep, and within a few feet of your bed. For many tourists, the pool is a main feature of any holiday.  By staying in a swim-up room, you have your own private terrace with direct access to the pool therefore enabling you to take a welcome dip whenever […]

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

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

By 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 […]

Cycling in Provence – the best way to see this beautiful region?

Cycling in Provence – the best way to see this beautiful region?

By on Jan 15, 2020 in Europe, Food and Drink, France, Regions, Road Travel, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

Claimed by the Romans, this charming region of South-East France was christened ‘La Provincia’ by Caesar. The Romans are remembered for many things, not least the incredible network of roads they built. Today, whilst original Roman roads are few and far between, Provence is criss-crossed by some fabulous stretches of tarmac which lend themselves perfectly […]