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9 reasons to visit the Czech Republic in 2022

By Paul Johnson on Jan 19, 2022 in Accommodation, Attractions, Czech Republic, Eastern Europe, Europe, Events, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Travel Miscellany

From crafts that have been perpetuated by generation after generation to recipes closely guarded by families and traditional festivals that are preserved as national heritage, there are many reasons to visit the Czech Republic in 2022. Anniversaries and festivals will mark part of the country’s tourism calendar, as well as the new openings of hotels […]

Latest news from A Luxury Travel Blog (Q1, 2022)

By Paul Johnson on Jan 18, 2022 in A Luxury Travel Blog, Travel Miscellany

Hello readers! I haven’t written an update in a while so I thought I would just do a post with some latest news from the blog. TravMedia Awards First off, I’m delighted to report that A Luxury Travel Blog has been shortlisted for another award. We’ve been lucky enough to be a finalist every year […]

Luxury travel news this week

By Paul Johnson on Jan 16, 2022 in Accommodation, Air Travel, Caribbean, Cruises & Boat Travel, Cuba, Europe, Health & Safety, Mexico, North America, Regions, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, US Virgin Islands, USA

Here’s a round-up of luxury travel stories that have caught the eye this week. To make sure you receive regular updates from A Luxury Travel Blog, please make sure you subscribe to our mailing list. International travel expected to jump after Europe relaxes restrictions Some industry executives are predicting international travel will reach 90 percent […]

5 of South America’s headiest wine tours

By Alfonso Tandazo on Jan 16, 2022 in Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Food and Drink, Regions, South America, Travel Miscellany, Uruguay

Soon, travel will resume at full pace to South America, where you can always discover a certain “magic in the wind, a stirring in the air, and an enthralling glass of wine in your hand.” For experiences such as those, you’ll find that South American wine tours are superb – whether you’re an experienced wine […]

Top 5 restaurants on the West Coast of Scotland

By Dorothy Welsh on Jan 15, 2022 in Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe

Visitors to Scotland’s West Coast will discover that this region has a rich local larder to offer which includes a wealth of seafood. With the Atlantic on the doorstep, the West Coast is renowned for the unrivalled quality of its seafood, from lobsters, langoustines, prawns and scallops to salmon, halibut and a range of shellfish. […]

The Tres Tombs Parade in Barcelona

By Sandra Roig on Jan 14, 2022 in Europe, Events, Leisure Travel, Regions, Spain, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

The Tres Tombs Parade is a celebration of the feast of St Anthony Abbot, celebrated across towns and cities in Spain every 17th of January. Saint Anthony Abbot was a Roman Catholic monk and patron saint of domestic animals, basket weavers, farmers, grave diggers and the sick. This celebration is especially noticed throughout Catalonia where […]

New year, new you? Make your New Year resolutions happen by visiting the Lake District

By Rachael Thomas on Jan 13, 2022 in Attractions, Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Regions, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe

Every year, millions of us make our New Year’s resolutions. From getting fit to seeing friends, eating healthier food to trying new things. And there’s one place where all of these can happen. The English Lake District. The Lake District National Park Located in the north-west corner of England, the Lake District National Park covers […]

New ‘Keen on Green’ concept introduced by The Lux Collective

By Paul Johnson on Jan 12, 2022 in Accommodation, Food and Drink, Resorts, Travel Miscellany

Vegans, vegetarians or reducetarians on vacation do not have to limit their diets to salads whilst at LUX* Resorts & Hotels, SALT and Tamassa. This Veganuary, all restaurants operating in the three hospitality brands under The Lux Collective’s umbrella launched their Keen on Green concept that everyone (regardless of dietary preference) will love. Under the […]

What’s new in Mississippi

By Paul Johnson on Jan 10, 2022 in Accommodation, Attractions, Events, Going Out, Hotels, Mississippi, North America, Regions, Travel Miscellany, USA

No other place embodies the heart and soul of the true South like Mississippi: From the Gulf Coast to the Delta, Mississippi has produced many of the world’s most renowned musical artists of all time. Tupelo, in the northeast, is where Elvis Presley was born and raised, and Meridian, the current home of Peavey Electronics […]

Explore the spectacular wine regions of Tasmania

By Andrew Morten on Jan 05, 2022 in Australia, Food and Drink, Oceania, Regions, Travel Miscellany

Are you a wine lover? Let’s explore the stunning wine-growing regions of Tasmania. Located on the southeast coast of Australia, Tasmania is the 26th largest island in the world. Named after the Dutch explorer Abel Tasman, this beautiful part of the world is especially popular for nature lovers and hikers. But did you know that […]

6 things to look out for in Okinawa in 2022

By Paul Johnson on Jan 03, 2022 in Accommodation, Asia, Events, Hotels, Japan, Regions, Travel Miscellany

Japan’s southernmost prefecture, Okinawa, comprises 160 subtropical islands boasting a year-round warm climate comparable to Hawaii, Miami and Cancun. Just 3 hours by air from Tokyo and blessed with incredible natural beauty, from lush forests to crystal blue waters with abundant coral and golden sands, Okinawa is perfect for beach lovers and sport enthusiasts alike […]

5 fab reasons to visit Anguilla in 2022

By Paul Johnson on Jan 01, 2022 in Accommodation, Air Travel, Anguilla, Caribbean, Food and Drink, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Regions, Resorts, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany

Nestled in the northern Caribbean is the alluring island of Anguilla, a picture-perfect paradise with a relaxed pace and the warmest of welcomes. The under-the-radar Caribbean gem has been named one of the top 10 countries to visit next year, by global travel authority, Lonely Planet, but there are many other reasons for sunseekers to […]

Are these the 22 best holiday destinations for 2022?

By Paul Johnson on Dec 31, 2021 in Adventure Travel, Family Travel, Featured, Food and Drink, Regions, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Worldwide

Some of you have already seen the clock strike midnight and welcomed in the New Year, but most of us aren’t quite there at the time of writing. But wherever you happen to be in the world, we would like to take this opportunity to wish all readers of A Luxury Travel Blog a very […]

Wine, dine and discover: Seattle’s best festivals for 2022

By Paul Johnson on Dec 30, 2021 in Events, Food and Drink, North America, Regions, Travel Miscellany, USA, Washington

Each New Year brings new adventures and exciting events we may not yet have had the opportunity to experience. Known for its music scene and coffee culture, Seattle has a range of festivals and experiences that offer travellers exciting reasons to visit for a 2022 city break, in addition to its fantastic attractions, Pacific Northwest […]

Where have you visited? The travel app that does it all for you

By Paul Johnson on Dec 27, 2021 in Regions, Travel Miscellany, Websites, Worldwide

Like many people who love to travel, I’m sure at some point in time you have probably sat down and counted how many countries you have visited. But what you’ve possibly not been able to do so easily, is use this information – and more – to learn more about your past and future travel […]

22+ luxury travel events to attend in 2022

By Paul Johnson on Dec 23, 2021 in Events, Featured, Regions, Travel Miscellany, Worldwide

2021 has been another long and difficult year for the travel industry. If you turn the clock back to the start of the year, I don’t think it would be unreasonable to assume that travel would have made a significant recovery by the Summer, what with the roll-out of vaccines, and so on. However, all […]

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