Category: Travel Miscellany
Valentine's Day package at The Hermitage Hotel in Nashville
By Paul Johnson on Feb 10, 2006 in Accommodation, Celebrities, Hotels, North America, Regions, Special Offers & Packages, Tennessee, Travel Miscellany, USA
The Hermitage Hotel in Nashville is offering a Valentine’s Day package that includes Champagne and truffles, with rates start at $349.00. This classic grand hotel was originally built in 1910 but has undergone significant changes since that time. Famous guests of the hotel include 6 US Presidents (JFK, Nixon and Roosevelt included), Bette Midler, Al 
Valentines at the K West Hotel & Spa in London
By Paul Johnson on Feb 09, 2006 in Accommodation, Europe, Hotels, Regions, Special Offers & Packages, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe
From 10th to 19th February 2006, couples can celebrate the most romantic night of the year at London’s K West Hotel & Spa. You can enjoy an overnight stay in a stunning Deluxe Room with a king-size bed for only £119 per person. Or why not spoil yourself and upgrade to an Executive Room 
Got $200,000 to spare for Valentine's weekend?
By Paul Johnson on Feb 09, 2006 in Accommodation, California, Caribbean, North America, Regions, Resorts, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Special Offers & Packages, Travel Miscellany, USA, Vacation Rentals
You’re going to have to be quick if you want to take advantage of this extravagant Valentine’s package as it starts on Friday. For $200,000 (yes, you read that right!), you’ll get a weekend experience is brought to you by the wine gift specialists, Vinamor. A limousine pick-up, Cessna to the Napa Valley and a 
Another celebrity pilot?
The trend for celebrity pilots goes far beyond John Travolta. The latest in an ever-growing line-up of celebrity pilots is Justin Hawkins, lead singer from the band The Darkness. He is said to be learning to fly a helicopter. The singer is known for his theatrical performances and it’s thought he might attempt
Spam Karma 2
Although this blog is still only new, I’m already getting a lot of comment spam (around 30+ per day). Comments are moderated but that doesn’t mean to say it’s still not a pain to deal with. I’ve now added the WordPress Spam Karma 2.1 plug-in and am hoping that it’ll enable me to spend
A Luxury Travel Blog teams up with Travel Rants
I’ve exchanged links with the Travel Rants blog run by Darren Cronian. I’ve known Darren for a number of years now – he used to be a fellow moderator on the Aardvark Travel Forums until he sadly became too busy to frequent the place. Darren also runs the excellent Worldwide Holiday Homes website,
Valentines at Pavilion de la Reine, Paris
By Paul Johnson on Feb 08, 2006 in Accommodation, Europe, France, Hotels, Regions, Special Offers & Packages, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe
The Pavilion de la Reine on the romantic Place des Voges in Paris has suites on special offer for the Valentines period (from 9th to 20th February 2006). Prices start from 385 euros per night and include a bottle of Champagne, fine chocolates and roses, as well as a surprise gift from Tiffany & Co. 
A truly special offer from Dusit Laguna, Phuket
By Paul Johnson on Feb 07, 2006 in Accommodation, Asia, Regions, Resorts, Special Offers & Packages, Thailand, Travel Miscellany
Special offers aren’t always as special as they might seem, but the Dusit Laguna‘s current promotion is most certainly an exception. With rates starting from $90 for a Deluxe Lagoon View room, there’s been no better time to enjoy a luxury vacation. With an unrivalled location overlooking a sandy white beach and flanked by two 
Hong Kong Arts Festival
Running from 9th February and until 13th March 2006, the 34th Hong Kong Arts Festival celebrates the city’s cultural dynamism with theatre, opera, classical music and dance. Billed as the premier arts event in Hong Kong, it features overseas and local artists of renown in an eclectic array of music, theatre, dance, popular entertainment, film
Family fun at Warwick Castle, UK
By Paul Johnson on Feb 07, 2006 in Attractions, Europe, Events, Family Travel, Going Out, Regions, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe
Schools across the UK will be breaking up for February half term very soon. And if you’re looking for something a little different to occupy them, get yourself along to Warwick Castle between 11th and 26th February 2006. During the two weeks there will be a series of displays and activities, highlighting the ‘terrible tortures 
The Informed Traveler
A Luxury Travel Blog has teamed up with Five Star Alliance who specialise in providing information on the world’s best luxury hotels. The company has close partnerships with a number of hotels including the Hotel de Crillon in Paris, New York’s Carlyle Hotel, Cambridge Beaches in Bermuda, the Burj al Arab in Dubai, One Aldwych
Russian evening at W Los Angeles - Westwood
By Paul Johnson on Feb 06, 2006 in Accommodation, California, Events, Going Out, Hotels, North America, Regions, Travel Miscellany, USA
Indulge yourself with an evening of vodka, caviar, and all things Russian. Spend an evening inside W Los Angeles‘ most exclusive suite and be a part of this ode to Russian opulence. Sip on Imperia, Russia’s purest ultra-premium vodka, tempt your palate with divine caviar, surround yourself with Russia’s iconic fashion, and top off the 
The Vineyard At Stockcross extends January Sale
By Paul Johnson on Feb 05, 2006 in Accommodation, Europe, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Restaurants, Special Offers & Packages, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe
Looking for a UK hotel outside of London where you can enjoy exceptional food? Then look no further than The Vineyard At Stockcross. It’s situated in Newbury, Berkshire, just 45 minutes from Heathrow Airport and has a Michelin-starred restaurant serving delicacies such as roast Anjou squab with treacle, and turbot with oxtail. What’s Central Otago Wine and Food Festival 2006
It’s back again and even better. Today Queenstown Gardens will see Queenstown’s best chefs and wine makers come out to showcase their signature dishes and complimenting wines for the serious food and wine palettes as part of the Central Otago Wine and Food Festival 2006. To top the day off, local entertainment is played for
The Winter Olympics, Turin, Italy
By Paul Johnson on Feb 03, 2006 in Europe, Events, Italy, Regions, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe
The biggest event in the winter sports calendar – the Winter Olympics – kick off in just one week’s time (10th-26th February 2006). You’re a bit late if you’re thinking of entering, but possibly not to late if you simply wish to marvel at the skiing, sledding, skating and more against the spectacular backdrop of 
