Category: Spas & Pampering

Luxury in California, 12 shades of blue in the Maldives, family travel advice and top tips for a trip to Antigua

Luxury in California, 12 shades of blue in the Maldives, family travel advice and top tips for a trip to Antigua

By on May 04, 2014 in Accommodation, Antigua and Barbuda, Asia, Attractions, California, Caribbean, Family Travel, Going Out, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Maldives, New York, North America, Regions, Resorts, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, USA
Last month, whilst I was off reviewing an apartment in Kingston-upon-Thames on the outskirts of London, my fellow luxury travel bloggers and members of the Luxury Travel Blog Network were dotted across various other corners of the globe. Here’s what the others were up to in April. Nadine visited the recently renovated Relais and Châteaux
5 top tips for the luxury business traveler visiting Seattle

5 top tips for the luxury business traveler visiting Seattle

By on Apr 30, 2014 in Accommodation, Attractions, Business Travel, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, North America, Regions, Restaurants, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, USA, Washington
Seattle’s South Lake Union neighborhood is the tech start-up district and home to Amazon, Microsoft, and the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. It’s a hotspot for business. This former industrial area now bustling with fresh energy is right in the middle of Seattle, making it a convenient home base for exploring the city when you’re
Top 3 luxury wellness escapes

Top 3 luxury wellness escapes

By on Apr 30, 2014 in Accommodation, Asia, Caribbean, Europe, Family Travel, Greece, Indonesia, Regions, Resorts, Saint Lucia, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Western Europe
Discerning spa aficionados are increasingly looking for more complete retreats offering an all-encompassing wellness escape. Here are three of my favourite resorts, each with something unique to offer – whether that be working with specialist practitioners, training en famille on a beautiful white sand beach or getting back to nature in tropical island jungle surroundings.
4 reasons why there’s no place like home when you’re staying at Sri Panwa, Phuket

4 reasons why there’s no place like home when you’re staying at Sri Panwa, Phuket

By on Apr 30, 2014 in Accommodation, Asia, Food and Drink, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Thailand, Travel Miscellany
The minute I stepped out on my private deck it became crystal clear how Sri Panwa scored Hotel with the Best View in the World in The Best Beach Property Awards 2011 by Beach Tomato. If you’ve always dreamed of a secluded island retreat but unlike Richard Branson you can’t afford to buy a private
8 reasons to escape to the Four Seasons Resort Koh Samui

8 reasons to escape to the Four Seasons Resort Koh Samui

By on Apr 25, 2014 in Accommodation, Asia, Family Travel, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Thailand
An oasis of 42 lushly landscaped acres, the Four Seasons Koh Samui offers sweeping ocean views at every turn, a white sand beach, stand alone villas, each with its own private pool, and of course quintessentially gracious Four Seasons service. Whether you’re planning a honeymoon, anniversary trip or even trying to plan a romantic escape
Pamper the kids in Paris

Pamper the kids in Paris

By on Apr 25, 2014 in Accommodation, Attractions, Europe, Family Travel, France, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Western Europe
Every young girl’s dream is to become a princess as they gaze at their reflection in the mirror for long hours at a time. Even if they are too young for make-up and beauty treatments, there are still plenty of places in Paris specially designed for kids to get them started in the magical world
3 activities to help you make the most of Spring in Park City, Utah

3 activities to help you make the most of Spring in Park City, Utah

By on Apr 22, 2014 in Going Out, North America, Regions, Restaurants, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, USA, Utah
Spring is an absolutely wonderful time of year in Park City. During the day the temperatures are anywhere from low 60s to high 70s and mostly sunny. The crowds of the winter season have left and the summer biking and hiking enthusiasts have yet to home. If you want to get to know Park City
7 highlights you can't miss in Phuket

7 highlights you can't miss in Phuket

By on Apr 18, 2014 in Asia, Attractions, Going Out, Regions, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Thailand
Seducing travelers for years, Phuket, known as the Pearl of the Andaman Sea, is an alluring tropical destination. Appealing to all, from the dreamers and drifters to the hedonists and adrenaline junkies, Phuket has an intoxicating spirit bound to captivate even the most seasoned traveler. Offering the perfect combination of relaxation and indulgence, the island promises
6 luxury activities for a girls’ getaway in Queenstown

6 luxury activities for a girls’ getaway in Queenstown

By on Apr 04, 2014 in Attractions, Bars, Food and Drink, Going Out, Leisure Travel, New Zealand, Oceania, Regions, Restaurants, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany
From the moment I land in Queenstown, I’m hit with an overwhelming sense of excitement. Soaring white-capped mountains greet me as I step out of the plane. There is a majestic ambience blanketing Queenstown, it’s easy to see I’m going to have a good time here. While it’s not my first time in Queenstown, this
Special feature: Amanfayun, Hangzhou, China

Special feature: Amanfayun, Hangzhou, China

By on Apr 01, 2014 in Accommodation, Asia, China, Featured, Food and Drink, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany
When Marco Polo visited the ancient Chinese city and former capital of the Song dynasty of Hangzhou in the late 13th century, he christened the city: “beyond dispute the finest and noblest in the world.” Part of an old Chinese saying transliterated reads: “there is paradise in heaven, on earth there is Hangzhou,” marking Hangzhou as
3 trips to take with your girlfriends in Southern California

3 trips to take with your girlfriends in Southern California

By on Mar 31, 2014 in Accommodation, Attractions, Bed & Breakfasts, California, Going Out, North America, Regions, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, USA
With spring comes the inevitable appetite for renewal–for new life, new wonders and new experiences. Take this changing of seasons as the perfect reason to round up your closest gal pals and explore sunny Southern California. Head for places where you can enjoy the outdoors and let the Golden State’s natural elements work their wonders
Top 7 reasons to use a luxury travel advisor

Top 7 reasons to use a luxury travel advisor

By on Feb 28, 2014 in Accommodation, Air Travel, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Restaurants, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany
Think you’re getting the best deal booking luxury travel yourself online? Think again. While if you’re a budget traveler, you probably can get many of the best bargains yourself, the same isn’t true for luxury travel. If your taste runs to the very best luxury hotels and airline products the world has to offer, here’s
3 top spots to enjoy on Negros, Philippines

3 top spots to enjoy on Negros, Philippines

By on Feb 28, 2014 in Asia, Food and Drink, Philippines, Regions, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany
Negros is one of the lesser known islands in the Philippines but is full of hidden treasures. Whether your focus is watersports, food or the beach, there are a number fantastic sites well worth the detour. Here our three top spots not to miss on your visit to Negros. 1. Hanging loose in Sipalay This
The top 5 spas at sea

The top 5 spas at sea

By on Feb 24, 2014 in Cruises & Boat Travel, Leisure Travel, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel
Fully equipped on board spas are integral parts of any cruise. Whether it’s a chilly sea day in Alaska or after a busy day exploring the cities of the Mediterranean, an hour or two being pampered head to toe can be just what you need. Wondering which cruise ships boast the best spas at sea?
Suite of the week: Presidential Suite at Antara Palace, Wellness and Destination Spa, Polis Chrysochous, Cyprus

Suite of the week: Presidential Suite at Antara Palace, Wellness and Destination Spa, Polis Chrysochous, Cyprus

By on Feb 03, 2014 in Accommodation, Cyprus, Hotels, Middle East, Regions, Resorts, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Suite of the Week
Suite name: Presidential Suite, Antara Palace, Wellness and Destination Spa Location: Polis Chrysochous, Cyprus Size of accommodation: 1,000 sq m Cost per night: from €7,040 EUR Who’s stayed there: N/A, newly opened What makes it special: Private Spa for your exclusive use, including a sea-view swimming pool, Jacuzzi, sauna, infrared cabin, hydrotherapy bath, two treatment rooms and a gym. Antara Palace’s
Top 10 things to do in Barbados for couples

Top 10 things to do in Barbados for couples

By on Jan 31, 2014 in Attractions, Barbados, Caribbean, Food and Drink, Going Out, Honeymoons, Leisure Travel, Regions, Restaurants, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany
Barbados is one of the best destinations in the Caribbean to escape with your significant other. If you’re travelling to this exotic island, you’ll find isolated beaches, stunning subterranean caves, and hundreds of other unique and interesting places to see with your partner. From the best places to catch the Caribbean sunset to the island’s best