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Olympic fever: 8 things to do on a luxury Summer break in London

By Luke McCormick on May 26, 2011 in Accommodation, Attractions, Bars, Clubs, Europe, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Restaurants, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, United Kingdom, Western Europe

With the Olympics coming to London next year there will be thousands more visitors than usual in an already busy city throughout the Summer. As well as the sports fans, competitors and accompanying family and friends, there will also be dignitaries, government officials, leaders of industry and a host of VIPs who will want to […]

The best spas in North America and the Caribbean

By Paul Johnson on May 18, 2011 in Accommodation, Canada, Caribbean, Cruises & Boat Travel, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Mexico, North America, Resorts, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, USA

Now in its 21st year, the Condé Nast Traveler Spa Poll has revealed its readers’ favourite spas on the US mainland, in Canada, Hawaii, Mexico and Central America, the Atlantic and the Caribbean, and even those at sea. Here are the top 10 for each category they cover – the number indicates the average score […]

Monaco: motorcars and manicures!

By Naomi Whiteley on Apr 28, 2011 in Accommodation, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Monaco, Regions, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel

Monaco is the perfect destination for jet-setting this Spring. With the most exciting Formula One racing in years, this year’s Monaco Grand Prix is a ‘must’ for any racing fanatic. The exclusive and stylish event takes place May 27th – 30th Ladies – if you’re heading out to the Monaco Grand Prix with a true F1 […]

Lowcountry luxury at Palmetto Bluff

By Peter Rerig on Apr 21, 2011 in Accommodation, Going Out, Hotels, North America, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, South Carolina, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, USA

In the early morning mist, with a languid calm settling over the Live Oaks dripping with Spanish moss, a strange sound in the distance roused me from sleep. Having spent enough time in the heart of the South Carolina Lowcountry, I immediately recognized the stirrings of an alligator clambering up a muddy bank on the […]

Movenpick Hotel in Amsterdam

By Jan Ross on Apr 18, 2011 in Accommodation, Europe, Going Out, Hotels, Netherlands, Regions, Restaurants, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

At first glance, the Movenpick Hotel in Amsterdam looks like a pile of children’s blocks placed neatly in a pile by the side of the river Lj. Angular, modern, stark against the gray fall sky, we were amazed at the modernistic beauty when we stayed there last fall. Conveniently located only a couple of blocks […]

eforea: spa at Hilton

By Paul Johnson on Apr 13, 2011 in New Jersey, North America, Regions, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, USA, Videos, Worldwide

Using the experience perfected at its 123 spas around the globe, Hilton Hotels & Resorts launched a new spa concept towards the end of last year – eforea: spa at Hilton. The first eforea spa was opened at Hilton Short Hills in New Jersey, a AAA Four Diamond hotel located 45 minutes from Manhattan. eforea […]

New opening: Sofitel Essaouira Mogador Golf & Spa, Morocco

By Paul Johnson on Mar 30, 2011 in Accommodation, Africa, Family Travel, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Morocco, Regions, Resorts, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel

There’s a new opening from Sofitel this month – the Sofitel Essaouira Mogador Golf & Spa. Located in the heart of Mogador and adjoining the historical port of Essaouira, the hotel is Sofitel’s seventh establishment in Morocco. Sofitel Essaouira Mogador Golf & Spa consists of 147 bedrooms and suites as well as 28 villas with […]

The latest pampering craze… fish pedicure anyone?

By Paul Johnson on Mar 08, 2011 in Asia, Cambodia, Middle East, North America, Regions, Singapore, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Turkey, USA, Videos

Instead of having your feet scrubbed to get rid of dead skin cells, how about a fish pedicure? This is a practice that first became popular in Turkey before moving to other parts of Asia and on to the US where fish feed on the dead skins cells on your feet. Supposedly, it’s therapeutic although […]

Peace, tranquillity and luxury in the Himalayas

By Rupa Ganatra on Mar 05, 2011 in Accommodation, Asia, India, Regions, Resorts, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel

Ananda is located in the hamlet town of Narendra Nagar in the Himalayas, close to the spiritual town of Rishikesh and the holy town of Haridwar, where the River Ganges flows through. The surrounding scenery and nature is ideal for the holistic lifestyle approach that Ananda takes towards rejuvenation and wellbeing of the body, mind […]

Sensational special offers at Peter Island Resort & Spa

By Paul Johnson on Mar 03, 2011 in Accommodation, British Virgin Islands, Caribbean, Regions, Resorts, Spas & Pampering, Special Offers & Packages, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany

An enchanting island, offering the utmost in privacy, Peter Island is a hidden gem with all the natural beauty and peace of a far-flung Caribbean dream getaway. The resort’s secluded charm can mean it takes a little longer to get to and with this in mind Peter Island is offering guests their first night complimentary! […]

5 of the most luxurious hotels in the world

By David Wilcox on Feb 17, 2011 in Accommodation, Attractions, Europe, Florida, France, Germany, Going Out, Hotels, Middle East, North America, Restaurants, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, United Arab Emirates, USA, Western Europe

For some, the ‘perfect holiday’ involves relaxing and getting away from the stresses of modern life. For those people, staying in a luxury hotel is a great way of achieving this. Whilst this certainly isn’t a cheap holiday option, it is one of the best. If you are planning a trip to a luxury hotel […]

Tibet’s first international luxury hotel, complete with blinging pool

By Paul Johnson on Feb 15, 2011 in Accommodation, Asia, Bars, China, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Restaurants, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Tibet

Standing on the “Roof of the World” at 12,000 feet above sea level, The St. Regis Lhasa Resort offers refined luxury and superlative service in a storied city. The resort boasts awe-inspiring views of the Himalayas and the Lhasa Valley from each of the 162 guest rooms, suites and villas which feature distinctive architectural details […]

Luxury defined: Tenerife’s Abama Golf & Spa Resort

By Jack Jones on Feb 14, 2011 in Accommodation, Europe, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Resorts, Restaurants, Spain, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

In recent years the Spanish Canary Island of Tenerife, situated just off the west coast of Africa, has undergone something of a transformation. It’s shaken off its reputation as a tacky, 18-30s drinking resort and emerged on to the world stage as a luxurious, classy getaway. Well, parts of it at least. The Abama Golf & […]

Party like a rock star at Anantara Seminyak Resort & Spa – Bali’s rooftop penthouse

By Paul Johnson on Feb 11, 2011 in Accommodation, Asia, Indonesia, Regions, Resorts, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel

Welcome to Bali’s most sought after destination, edging fashionable Seminyak Beach. A boutique retreat of unassuming minimalist chic. A five star brand, revered for its heartfelt hospitality, impeccable service and creative flair. And now, raising the roof for eventful incentives, Anantara Seminyak Resort & Spa launches its one-of-a-kind rooftop Penthouse suite as the ultimate party […]

The new Sheraton Sharjah Hotel & Resort, UAE

By Paul Johnson on Feb 10, 2011 in Accommodation, Business Travel, Going Out, Hotels, Middle East, Resorts, Restaurants, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, United Arab Emirates

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. has announced that it has signed an agreement to manage its first hotel in Sharjah, a business and leisure travel destination designated as an Arab Capital of Culture. The new Sheraton Sharjah will open beginning of 2013, and is part of the company’s commitment to growth in the Middle […]

Treat yourself to the best on the Riviera

By Wes Davidson on Feb 08, 2011 in Accommodation, Going Out, Hotels, Monaco, Restaurants, Road Travel, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel

The French Riviera and the small enclaves of opulence that dot its legendary shores are synonymous with pleasure. The fragrance of lavender permeates the air and the heat is perfectly tempered by the buoyant waters of the Mediterranean. Some of the finest dining in the world can be had here as the coast of Cote […]

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