Category: Spas & Pampering

5 things to do on a luxury break in Tunis

5 things to do on a luxury break in Tunis

By on Feb 16, 2015 in Africa, Attractions, Food and Drink, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Regions, Restaurants, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Tunisia
For the avid traveller, Tunis is the perfect prelude to the beautiful and diverse country of Tunisia. Not only is it the window to the heart and soul of the country but as its capital, it is the largest and home to a population of over 2,300,000 people. But this bustling city filled with charming
Short stay: Palais Namaskar, Marrakech, Morocco

Short stay: Palais Namaskar, Marrakech, Morocco

By on Feb 05, 2015 in Accommodation, Africa, Business Travel, Featured, Hotels, Morocco, Regions, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel
You may have already read the post ‘3 unique yet luxurious experiences in Marrakech‘ which details a handful of the opportunites that came about as a result of attending PURE Life Experiences, a great event that caters specifically for many of the smaller operators within the luxury travel industry. During my time at the conference,
4 luxurious ways to detox in Britain

4 luxurious ways to detox in Britain

By on Jan 16, 2015 in Accommodation, Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Regions, Restaurants, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe
Detoxing doesn’t have to be all virtuous sacrifices and gruelling regimes. Today people in Britain are more health conscious than ever and there are plenty of ways to treat yourself to a deep-cleanse that are not just enjoyable, but luxurious. Just in time to save you from breaking those resolutions, here are four of the
3 ways to experience your last night in France... in Chantilly

3 ways to experience your last night in France... in Chantilly

By on Jan 15, 2015 in Accommodation, Europe, Food and Drink, France, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe
There are many reasons to stay in Chantilly before leaving France – not the least being the location of this charming historic town, 25 minutes from Roissy Charles de Gaulle airport. Chantilly in fact abounds with hidden treasures, above and beyond its special value for lovers of horseraces (the famous Diane-Longines Prize is in June,
3 perfect cities for relaxation in Tuscany

3 perfect cities for relaxation in Tuscany

By on Jan 14, 2015 in Europe, Italy, Leisure Travel, Regions, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Western Europe
There’s no doubt that Tuscany is one of the best places on earth to enjoy an amazing, natural landscape as well as a lot of cultural activities related to nature. This region of central Italy is chosen by many people who want to escape the daily routine to recharge their batteries, relax and breathe healthy
5 of the best luxury wine hotels in Europe

5 of the best luxury wine hotels in Europe

By on Jan 14, 2015 in Accommodation, Europe, Food and Drink, France, Hotels, Italy, Leisure Travel, Portugal, Regions, Spain, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe
Sleeping in a winery is a great experience. You discover yourself opening a window and enjoying a landscape of vineyards on the horizon… a good awakening for the senses! Many years ago, many wineries decided to build small hotels. The main reason, in most cases, was to be able to accommodate special guests of the
5 beachside getaways on the KwaZulu-Natal coast

5 beachside getaways on the KwaZulu-Natal coast

By on Jan 13, 2015 in Accommodation, Africa, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Regions, South Africa, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel
Long days of sunshine, a sub-tropical climate, and miles of warm Indian Ocean washing footsteps off sandy beaches make KwaZulu-Natal a popular holiday destination in South Africa. Whether you prefer beaches with buzzing nightlife on its doorstep, or the quiet sanctuary of untouched sands, you’ll find the perfect spot on the KwaZulu-Natal coastline. Thonga Beach
Secret escapes - 3 'off-the-map' Alpine ski resorts‏‏

Secret escapes - 3 'off-the-map' Alpine ski resorts‏‏

By on Dec 30, 2014 in Accommodation, Europe, France, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Regions, Resorts, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Switzerland, Vacation Rentals, Western Europe
During the Cold War, there used to be a smattering of towns in the USSR that were ‘off the map’. Officially they didn’t exist. Soviet mapmakers hid them in their atlases with the clever use of whatever they had to hand at the time (presumably well-placed blobs of gravy from a hearty lunchtime goulash?). Fast-forward
The most luxurious hammams in Marrakesh

The most luxurious hammams in Marrakesh

By on Dec 28, 2014 in Africa, Morocco, Regions, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel
You know what they say – clean body, clean mind. Or something like that, at least. Despite the dust and the heat, Marrakesh is the place to go if you want to experience cleanliness like never before. Forget your lukewarm showers with a squirt of sterile-smelling shower gel – what you want, weary traveller, is
5 of the most relaxing retreats in Marrakech

5 of the most relaxing retreats in Marrakech

By on Dec 16, 2014 in Accommodation, Africa, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Morocco, Regions, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel
The hectic pace of life in Marrakech might not make the city the most likely of candidates for a therapeutic retreat, but this historic city hides a number of soothing and relaxing gems that provide the ideal spot to recharge mind, body and soul. Amongst the scenic backdrop of beautiful riads and the breath-taking landscape
5 top tips for a luxurious Christmas and New Year in Barcelona

5 top tips for a luxurious Christmas and New Year in Barcelona

By on Nov 20, 2014 in Attractions, Europe, Events, Going Out, Regions, Spain, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe
Another year is rolling to a close. Are you going to let it slide away into the archive of forgotten memories, or might you seize the moment and treat yourself to a taste of luxury in Barcelona? It’s worth remembering that luxury isn’t necessarily about extravagance and over-spending, and that Christmas is a time when
The most luxurious airport experiences in the world

The most luxurious airport experiences in the world

By on Nov 08, 2014 in Air Travel, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel
More often than not, airports are places where time slows down, money magically drains from your credit card and small children suddenly decide to start playing up. Put simply, they’re one of the most stressful places in the world. However, if you have the funds and the inclination, there are places dotted around the world
10 of the most luxurious London experiences

10 of the most luxurious London experiences

By on Oct 29, 2014 in Accommodation, Attractions, Bars, Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Regions, Restaurants, Road Travel, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe
Ah, London. One of the world’s most exciting, cosmopolitan, culture-rich and diverse cities. If you’ve never been, this sprawling mass of fun, fashion, food and high living should definitely be on your bucket list. But what to do when you arrive? Well, luckily for you, there are plenty of luxurious experiences to immerse yourself in.
Short stay: Table Bay Hotel, V&A Waterfront, Cape Town, South Africa

Short stay: Table Bay Hotel, V&A Waterfront, Cape Town, South Africa

By on Sep 29, 2014 in Accommodation, Africa, Bars, Family Travel, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Regions, Restaurants, South Africa, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany
The 5-star Table Bay Hotel, a Sun International property set on the breakwater wall of Cape Town’s historic Victoria & Alfred waterfront, is a contemporary architectural treasure with 329 rooms that either overlook the bay to Robben Island, where Nelson Madela was for a long time famously imprisoned, or – as in the case of
4 luxurious hotels in Florida's Palm Beaches

4 luxurious hotels in Florida's Palm Beaches

By on Sep 25, 2014 in Accommodation, Florida, Hotels, Leisure Travel, North America, Regions, Resorts, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, USA
Florida’s Palm Beaches is comprised of 38 towns and cities that make up Palm Beach County including Palm Beach, West Palm, Jupiter, and Boca Raton. It’s a destination filled with luxury resorts, world class shopping, fine dining, and 47 miles of beaches along the Atlantic Ocean. Drive down the segment of A1A known as Millionaire’s
8 reasons to love Lech

8 reasons to love Lech

By on Sep 20, 2014 in Austria, Clubs, Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Regions, Restaurants, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe
I have skied in Lech since I was a child, and it is the resort that I keep returning to. Lech fuses tradition and modernity perfectly. In the 25 years or so that I have been going, its charming character has remained reassuringly constant; strict planning laws means that expansion and development is virtually non-existent