Category: Leisure Travel

Hello! magazine's pick of the pistes

Hello! magazine's pick of the pistes

By on Feb 12, 2006 in Europe, France, Leisure Travel, Magazines, Regions, Speciality Travel, Travel Equipment, Travel Literature, Western Europe
With the Winter Olmypics now underway, Hello! magazine gives us their pick of the pistes. Chamnoix, Val d’Isère and the French resort of Tignes all get a special mention. Tignes has slopes galore for beginners, as well as more challenging runs for advanced boarders. They recommend you stay at the cosy converted farmhouse Chalet Trafalgar
Most romantic cross-country ski resorts

Most romantic cross-country ski resorts

By on Feb 12, 2006 in Accommodation, Adventure Travel, California, Canada, Colorado, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Michigan, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North America, Regions, Resorts, Speciality Travel, USA, Vermont, Washington
In true  Valentines spirit, MSNBC has published their list of the top 10 cross-country ski resorts for lovers. Making the  very US-biased  list are: Callaghan Country at Whistler, British Columbia Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, in Alberta Garland Resort in Lewiston, Michigan Lone Mountain Ranch at Big Sky, Montana Mohonk Mountain House in New Paltz, New
Valentine's with Stamford Hotels & Resorts, Australia

Valentine's with Stamford Hotels & Resorts, Australia

By on Feb 10, 2006 in Accommodation, Australia, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Oceania, Regions, Speciality Travel
At Stamford Hotels & Resorts they’re taking Valentine’s Day  a step further to provide a complete romantic experience with our Romance and Seduction Package. French Champagne on arrival, canapés, chocolate-dipped strawberries, a hand-drawn rose petal bath, and breakfast in bed for two is just the start with this special overnight package. Prices start from $299.
Golf Connoisseur goes digital

Golf Connoisseur goes digital

By on Feb 07, 2006 in Leisure Travel, Magazines, Speciality Travel, Travel Equipment, Travel Literature
Golf Connoisseur is to begin distributing  its magazine in digital form to some of the most affluent households in the world. The print version of the magazine  can already be found at  top private golf clubs in the United States, as well as at the finest hotels, resorts, and spas; airline’s VIP lounges; private aviation
Banyan Tree Bintan combined golf and spa package

Banyan Tree Bintan combined golf and spa package

By on Feb 01, 2006 in Accommodation, Asia, Indonesia, Leisure Travel, Regions, Resorts, Spas & Pampering, Special Offers & Packages, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany
Located just 45 minutes leisurely  ferry ride from Singapore, Banyan Tree Bintan has just unveiled  their Golf and Spa Escape package. Guests on this package will be treated to an all-you-can-play golf session and a set lunch at the Greg Norman designed Laguna Bintan Golf Course as well as a 90-minute massage at award-winning Banyan
Turner Hill Golf & Racquet Club, Ipswich MA

Turner Hill Golf & Racquet Club, Ipswich MA

By on Feb 01, 2006 in Leisure Travel, Massachusetts, North America, Regions, Speciality Travel, USA
Recently named one of America’s Top 100 Golf Communities by Travel + Leisure Golf (January 2006 issue), Turner Hill on Massachusetts’ North Shore combines the rich history of Boston with the elegance of world-class amenities, luxurious living and championship golf. This follows the news last September that Turner Hill will be hosting the 86th New

Gourmet food and fine wine weekend at Swinton Park

By on Jan 16, 2006 in Accommodation, Europe, Events, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Regions, Restaurants, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe
Swinton Park in Masham, North Yorkshire,  has planned an innovative weekend which is sure to delight the experienced food and wine connoisseurs – and convert the budding gourmet!   A packed but suitably leisurely weekend will allow guests to experience some of the finest local food, and the award-winning cuisine of Head Chef Andy Burton.