Category: Travel Miscellany

Hollywood couple in Barbados

Hollywood couple in Barbados

By on Jan 02, 2006 in Accommodation, Barbados, Caribbean, Celebrities, Regions, Resorts, Travel Miscellany
It looks as though the New Year  could mean a new beginning for one Hollywood couple. Charlie Sheen and former Bond girl Denise Richards have just returned from vacation at the luxurious Sandy Lane in Barbados.   The tabloids are having a field day and speculation on the trip is rife. InTouch writes: They hoped
Bollywood star at Royal Davui

Bollywood star at Royal Davui

By on Jan 02, 2006 in Accommodation, Celebrities, Fiji, Honeymoons, Oceania, Regions, Resorts, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Vacation Rentals
Bollywood star Fardeen Khan and his new bride have begun their honeymoon at as the the Royal Davui Island Resort on the island of Fiji. The resort consists of 16 private villas offering dramatic views over Beqa lagoon. Guests can explore the hidden undersea world of the barrier reef, go catamaran sailing, or thrill to
The Ritz London centenary

The Ritz London centenary

By on Jan 01, 2006 in Accommodation, Europe, Hotels, Regions, Special Offers & Packages, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe
Happy New Year! 2006  marks 100 years since the  opening The Ritz London.   The hotel was founded by César Ritz and opened its doors on 24th May 1906. The hotel has a ‘Centennial Celebration’ package which is valid throughout the year. For two people, the two night package starts at £1,500 (for a superior
Cancun's Le Blanc Spa Resort

Cancun's Le Blanc Spa Resort

By on Dec 31, 2005 in Accommodation, Central America, Mexico, Regions, Resorts, Special Offers & Packages, Travel Miscellany
Le Blanc Spa Resort opened last August but sadly had to close for repairs in October due to hurricane Wilma. It will re-open in February 2006. The rooms come with an ocean or lagoon view, balcony, double Jacuzzi, flat screen satellite TV, and much more. If you book before April 2006, you receive a 20%
Smoking can be a very expensive habit

Smoking can be a very expensive habit

By on Dec 30, 2005 in Air Travel, Celebrities, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany
The British media  is claiming  that Catherine Zeta-Jones recently went to a New York bash in a private jet, not because she sought privacy but instead because of her craving for nicotine.   The Mail on Sunday quoted a source as saying: She and Michael both smoke, and Catherine enjoys a cigarette when she flies,
Elton John on honeymoon

Elton John on honeymoon

By on Dec 29, 2005 in Celebrities, Europe, Gay & Lesbian Travel, Honeymoons, Italy, Regions, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe
Elton John and David Furnish – who are probably the world’s most famous honeymooners right now – are apparently spending the time in Venice.  They have a villa on Giudecca, one of the islands of Venice’s lagoon. They have ventured into St. Marks Square and been spotted having lunch at the famous  Harry’s Bar.
Welcome to A Luxury Travel Blog

Welcome to A Luxury Travel Blog

By on Dec 28, 2005 in A Luxury Travel Blog, Travel Miscellany
I would like to extend a warm welcome to readers of A Luxury Travel Blog. This blog is for those who love two things – travel and the finer things of life.  If you are looking for a  cheap backpackers’ hostel  then, I’m sorry, but this just isn’t the place.   Instead I shall keep