Category: Books
Remembering Wildlife
5 years ago, Margot Raggett wrote to Sir David Attenborough, wanting to raise £1m for conservation through books which would help protect those animals.
20 luxury travel gifts for him this Christmas – US & Canada edition
By Paul Johnson on Dec 08, 2021 in Accessories, Books, Clothing, Featured, Gadgets, Luggage, Photography, Travel Equipment, Travel Literature
Christmas is upon us once again! Whether you’re a regular visitor to our Christmas gift guides, or in need of a little inspiration and some ideas for what to buy him this year, we’re hope you’ll find this post useful. There’s are some really useful and practical items in this round-up – everything from a 
5 luxury travel treats that you can enjoy now
By Paul Johnson on Feb 27, 2021 in Accessories, Books, Clothing, Featured, Gadgets, Photography, Travel Equipment, Travel Literature
To say that it’s been a challenging 12 months is an understatement. For most people around the world, international travel has sadly been largely off-limits for much of the past year. Don’t let that put you off travel, though. Throughout the pandemic, we’ve been posting just as frequently on A Luxury Travel Blog, in addition 
10 essential travel books to read during self-isolation
“Reading gives us someplace to go when we have to stay where we are,” according to Mason Cooley. This idea is especially poignant at this time in our history. Myriad global authorities are advising social distancing and self-isolation because of the COVID-19 pandemic. As a result, most of us find ourselves with some time to
Top 5 books about the history of Barcelona
By Sandra Roig on Oct 14, 2019 in Books, Europe, Regions, Spain, Travel Equipment, Travel Literature, Western Europe
Through books about Barcelona, you will be able to find out the secrets of the city that guides and review pages rarely tell you. The writers, enticed by the beauty of Catalonia´s capital, show the reader a new perspective about the city of Barcelona. Why not dedicate time to books about the city, in order 
Your complete reading list for Bhutan
By James Jayasundera on Apr 12, 2018 in Asia, Bhutan, Books, Regions, Travel Equipment, Travel Literature
In order to really make the most of your holiday, it is worthwhile to do a bit of reading about the country before you go. Bhutan has just four bookshops – three of them in Thimphu – and a limited selection of books in English, so we do recommend you try to buy before you 
14 books to read before you go to India
By James Jayasundera on May 16, 2017 in Asia, Books, India, Regions, Travel Equipment, Travel Literature
At Ampersand we feel that to really make the most of your holiday it pays off to swot up and do a bit of homework before you fly. Indians are avid readers and throughout the country, as well as at airports and hotels, you will find excellent bookshops, stocking titles on everything from art and 
Transforming your luxury travel memories into a stylish photo book
There are many photo book printing services out there. Competition is quite fierce and buyers are often led by price. But don’t forget the old adage of ‘you get what you pay for’ and you’ll quickly avoid the cheapest, with the realisation that, to cut costs, there must be some compromise on quality. Step aside
Cambodia - a journey by book
By Melissa Matthews on Jan 13, 2015 in Asia, Books, Cambodia, Regions, Travel Equipment, Travel Literature
Cambodia’s history spans from the magnificence of Angkor to the tragedy of the Khmer Rouge years. There are hundreds of books worth reading before or during your travels; some provide valuable insight into the history, while others paint a vivid and exotic picture of the country and its people. Here are just five recommended reads. 
Top 10 travel photography gifts for the holiday season
By Jerroid Marks on Dec 04, 2014 in Accessories, Books, Gadgets, Luggage, Magazines, Photography, Travel Equipment, Travel Literature
If you know someone who lives for life behind the lens and adores tramping the globe with a camera in hand then, these gifts can be perfect for the holiday season. Photography trips can be a budding photographers dream allowing them to peek behind the scenes and discover the secrets of far-flung places. Give them 
Re-live your Summer villa holiday with these enticing cookbooks
By Susie Marquis on Oct 16, 2014 in Books, Europe, Food and Drink, France, Greece, Italy, Portugal, Regions, Travel Equipment, Travel Literature, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe
One way to continue the memories of summer is to indulge in one of these relatively new cookbooks, all of which, with tempting recipes and lavish photographs, evoke the atmosphere of warm and relaxing Mediterranean days. The Amalfi Coast: A Collection of Italian Recipes by Katie and Giancarlo Caldesi Just thinking of the Amalfi Coast conjures up images of 
Top 10 luxury travel gifts for him this Valentine's Day
By Paul Johnson on Feb 10, 2014 in Accessories, Books, Clothing, Featured, Gadgets, Travel Equipment, Travel Literature
Men aren’t always the easiest people to buy for, especially when it comes to buying a romantic gift. So, to make the task a little easier for you, here are 10 suggestions for you to make the process a little less challenging. Whether the man in your life travels for business or pleasure, we hope 
Interview with Sarah Lee, Founder of LiveShareTravel and Author of The Luxury Traveller’s Handbook
By Paul Johnson on Jun 21, 2013 in Accommodation, Asia, Books, Canada, Caribbean, Celebrities, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Interviews, Mexico, Middle East, North America, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, Saint Lucia, Thailand, Travel Equipment, Travel Literature, Travel Miscellany, United Arab Emirates
A journalist and editor, Sarah Lee started Maia Communications, a marketing communications company, with her husband Terry, in 2009. She has a PR diploma, 17 years’ experience on newspapers, magazines and corporate publications. Sarah also founded luxury travel and lifestyle magazine LiveShareTravel in 2010. What is it that you do exactly? We’ve taken our hobby and made it 
3 Valentine's Day "classics" that have inspired British authors
By Mark Davis on Jan 21, 2013 in Attractions, Books, Europe, Events, Going Out, Regions, Travel Equipment, Travel Literature, United Kingdom, Western Europe
Romance is created by many different things – landscapes, music, food and art can all spark the emotion of romance. Over the years artists, playwrights and authors have been inspired by the UK’s beautiful stunning landscapes, towns and villages to create some of the world’s most famous works. These same locations can provide a perfect 
And the Restaurant of the Year is...
By Paul Johnson on Sep 05, 2012 in Accommodation, Adventure Travel, Air Travel, Bars, Bed & Breakfasts, Books, Cruises & Boat Travel, Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Italy, Magazines, Middle East, Regions, Restaurants, Speciality Travel, Travel Equipment, Travel Literature, Travel Miscellany, Turkey, United Kingdom, Western Europe
Spanish chef José Pizarro, two-Michelin-starred Tom Kerridge and Raymond Blanc protégée Ollie Dabbous were among the big winners at the inaugural Food and Travel Reader Awards held at The Royal Automobile Club on London’s Pall Mall on 3 September, 2012. In total 29 awards were handed out during a glittering evening hosted by comedian Simon 
