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The French Riviera's top 5 Summer music festivals

By Chrissie McClatchie on Jun 24, 2013 in Celebrities, Europe, Events, France, Leisure Travel, Monaco, Regions, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

It’s not all pleasure for the famous names in music who descend to the Côte d’Azur each Summer, perfect tabloid fodder when captured frolicking on board superyachts or beachside in St Tropez. In fact, there’s rarely a free weekend in the event calendar and a variety of music festivals allow visiting artists the opportunity to balance out all

Spice up 2013 with 5 great Argentine festivals

By John-Christian Moquette on Jun 10, 2013 in Argentina, Events, Regions, South America, Travel Miscellany

With the first six months of the year spent working hard and meeting deadlines, it’s time for a little passion to be added to your life. Why not escape to the southern hemisphere and add a dash of sexy rhythm to your Latin getaway? Although celebrations like the International Festival of Independent Cinema and the

New York's top 5 'All American' music festivals this Summer

By Paul Johnson on Jun 05, 2013 in Events, Leisure Travel, New York, North America, Regions, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, USA

Thinking of hitting a music festival abroad this summer? Then look no further than New York state’s amazing line-up of the biggest and best music festivals. Discover the hidden gems in a music scene beyond Manhattan’s hot and humid city walls. Follow the hipsters in-the-know and head upstate to sample some authentic American festival life… Taste of

5 of the world's top sports experiences

By Greg Eyjolfson on Jun 04, 2013 in Europe, Events, Georgia, Leisure Travel, Monaco, North America, Regions, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, USA, Western Europe, Worldwide

Are you a sports enthusiast? Here we’ve compiled 5 of the ultimate sports experiences to be enjoyed from across the globe. In the multi-billion dollar sports industry, these sporting events are the world’s greatest. Imagine the envy of your friends when you tell them you’re experiencing these sports events from the stands… The Master’s PGA

Don't miss The Wife Carrying World Championships in Finland!

By Paul Johnson on Jun 01, 2013 in Europe, Events, Finland, Fun Stuff, Regions, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

If you happen to be in Finland next month, you might like to get yourself along to The Wife Carrying World Championships for a spectacle with a difference. The event – held on 5th and 6th July this year – sees male competitors race each other while carrying a female team mate to whom, perhaps

5 reasons not to miss Ibiza’s Summer party season

By John-Christian Moquette on May 31, 2013 in Accommodation, Europe, Events, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Regions, Resorts, Spain, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

There are few places in the world that epitomize sea, sex and sun (or is that ‘sin’) better than the stunning Balearic island of Ibiza. The official birthplace of the ‘rave’, it is not surprising that it has the reputation of being the quintessential clubbing island of the Mediterranean. Ibiza has the beautiful people, the

Top 10 European Summer events for private jet travellers

By Carol Cork on May 28, 2013 in Air Travel, Eastern Europe, Europe, Events, France, Germany, Italy, Leisure Travel, Poland, Regions, Russia, Speciality Travel, Switzerland, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe

Summer 2013 is set to showcase an exciting blend of sport, arts and music events all across Europe. From Grand Prix, to Art Basel and the Venice Film Festival, there is something for everyone. Here are some of the most exciting events taking place this summer – and how to get there by private jet. Sport

Light, music and ideas come to Sydney Harbour

By Paul Johnson on May 24, 2013 in Attractions, Australia, Events, Going Out, Oceania, Regions, Travel Miscellany

The 5th annual Vivid Sydney has officially opened with Sydney’s iconic Opera House illuminated in a stunning 3D-mapped visual feast of colour, movement, and world-class lighting artistry by Australian creative innovators The Spinifex Group. The largest light, music and ideas festival in the Southern Hemisphere, Vivid Sydney features lighting installations around the harbour foreshore, live music

6 Summer festivals to be held in Iceland this June

By Paul Johnson on May 24, 2013 in Europe, Events, Food and Drink, Iceland, Regions, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

As temperatures start to rise just a little during the Spring months, so too does activity within the tourist industry. If you happen to be visiting Iceland this June, you’ll find a diverse range of festivals taking place throughout the month. Whether you’re interested in Icelandic history and traditions, the country’s music or its food

Stars queue up for West End roles

By Simon Harding on May 23, 2013 in Celebrities, Europe, Events, Regions, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe

The cast for London’s Theatreland is particularly impressive this month as those whose runs started in the Spring are still to be found in the theatres of London whilst the curtain is raised on several intriguing Summer shows boasting an even broader aray of stars. I suppose it would behove us well to start with

Discover St Petersburg's new 19 billion ruble theatre

By Kristi Rorison on May 23, 2013 in Attractions, Eastern Europe, Europe, Events, Going Out, Regions, Russia, Travel Miscellany

Opera and theatre lovers throughout the world are rejoicing as the amazing 19 billion ruble Mariinsky II theatre (one of the most expensive cultural projects ever built) has finally opened its doors, after years of problems and delays with its financing and construction. Boasting a huge auditorium with a capacity of 2,000, the new theatre

Boutique Hotel Summit 2013

By Paul Johnson on May 17, 2013 in A Luxury Travel Blog, Accommodation, Europe, Events, Hotels, Regions, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe

The boutique hotel industry is an area which has shown considerable growth in recent years and seems to be going from strength to strength. If you happen to be involved in the industry and in London next week, then do get yourself along to the Boutique Hotel Summit. Sadly I can’t be there but A

The 10th Noosa Food & Wine Festival, Queensland, Australia

By Paul Johnson on May 13, 2013 in Australia, Events, Food and Drink, Oceania, Regions, Travel Miscellany

This year sees Noosa celebrating its 10th annual Food & Wine Festival, and to mark the anniversary they have lined up ten Guest Chefs from the 2012 San Pellegrino World’s Best Restaurants list. The Queensland Virtuosi Orchestra will open the event which runs from 16th to 19th May 2013 with a line up of over 200

Go cocoa-mad at Belize Chocolate Festival

By Paul Johnson on May 13, 2013 in Belize, Central America, Events, Food and Drink, Regions, Travel Miscellany

Chocolate lovers can enjoy three days of sheer indulgence at the “Chocolate Festival of Belize” from 24th to 26th May 2013 in the Toledo District, the chocolate mecca of Belize. This annual event reflects Belize’s rooted history in cacao production, dating back to the times of the Maya, and includes a full programme of fun

Explore Milan’s canal district and welcome the arrival of Summer at the Festa dei Navigli

By Susie Marquis on May 12, 2013 in Attractions, Bars, Europe, Events, Going Out, Italy, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

While walking around the centre of Milan, it is hard to believe that the city was, in Medieval times, an important port, with a whole network of canals used to transport goods in and out of the city and the surrounding region of Lombardy. As canals became less important as a method of transport, many

Luxurious Louisville – adventures beyond the Kentucky Derby

By Tracie Heffernan on May 02, 2013 in Accommodation, Attractions, Events, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Kentucky, North America, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, USA

With the storied Kentucky Derby taking place this weekend – a highbrow event as famous for its carnival atmosphere, elaborate hats and socialite attendees as it is for excitment on the racetrack – Louisville, Kentucky is enjoying its share of attention this week as a luxury destination. What travellers might not realize is that beyond the festivities

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