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Luxury Travel for the Unrich and Unfamous
The full title of this book – Luxury Travel for the Unrich and Unfamous: How to See the USA in an Affordable Way: A Family Guidebook – gives a fuller insight into what this paperback is all about. It is a handy guide for anyone looking to save time and money in the US, without […]
W950i Walkman
The W950i Walkman from Sony Ericsson is a slim and stylish 3G phone with an advanced digital music player and large touchscreen for optimal ease of use. Using the W950i is easy. A touchscreen and stylus are a comfortable way to choose and open menu items. The keypad of the slim W950i is smooth and […]
Zimbali Lodge, Near Durban
With an idyllic location in a coastal forest reserve, this wonderful retreat just 40 minutes by road north of Durban, offers horse riding in the forest or on the beach and an 18-hole championship golf course. But it is the superb spa and full butler service that makes Zimbali Lodge truly excel.
TUMI Travel Adaptor
The TUMI Electric Adapter makes going international easier now with this innovative design: it has 4 adaptor configurations in one unit. The adaptor works for laptops, cell phones and small appliances in 150 countries and features a replaceable electric fuse and convenient case. The product is priced at £45.
Rio Carnival
For the next four days, until the last day of the month, one million people will gather in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The centrepiece is the Sambadromo parade, when neighbourhood groups compete for the title of best samba school; flashy floats and fancy costumes will no doubt feature prominently. The Masquerade Ball is almost as […]
Dior Homme Classic iPod Travel Case
In perfect coordination with the Dior Vintage collection, this fine Dior Homme Classic iPod Travel Case protects and neatly stores your iPod during your travels. The tonal Dior logo exterior unzips to secure compartments for your iPod, headphones, and other accessories. Made in Italy and available for $295 through eLuxury.
InterContinental Hotels Group signs contracts in China
InterContinental Hotels Group said it has signed four new management contracts with Shanghai Greenland Group, one of the top real estate and property management companies in China. The deals include an InterContinental hotel in Nanjing, a Holiday Inn property in Xian and two Express by Holiday Inn hotels in Shanghai, representing a total of more […]
Win a stay at Charlton House & Monty’s Spa in SOMERSET
Celebrating the launch of a new website for romantic holidays and the release of “Imagine Me & You” on 31st March 2006, South West England has teamed up with UIP/Universal to give away the perfect romantic gift: 2 nights at the fabulous award-winning Charlton House & Monty’s Spa in Somerset, with 1st class rail travel […]
Sumo Cases
If you’re looking for plenty of padding on your luggage, then check out Sumo Cases. They currently specialise in cases for laptops and iPods. One item in their somewhat limited range is a bright red women’s laptop case. Hardly inconspicuous but comes with plenty of padding to help live up to the company’s tagline […]
Blonde antelope
Antelopes – found in both Africa and Asia – come in a multitude of different species. But have you ever seen a Blonde Antelope? Click the link to watch a short video of this antelope in an attempt to evade capture. Now, that’s something you don’t normally see on safari…
Holland America’s Noordam in New York
With more than 1,000 spectators on hand here to partake in the festivities, Holland America Line officially inaugurated its newest ship, the Noordam yesterday. The ceremony included Academy Award-winning actress Marlee Matlin, the ship’s godmother, christening the vessel with the traditional breaking of a Champagne bottle on the ship’s bow. The Noordam, an 81,769-ton ship […]
Yangtze River cruises
In its third year in China, Viking River Cruises is swapping ships on its Yangtze River cruise tour series, adding a third ship while pulling out its earliest entry. Joining its twin sister ship, the Viking Century Sky, is the 306-passenger Viking Century Sun, which is replacing the 186-passenger Viking Century Star. According to Viking, […]
South Beach Food and Wine Festival 2006
The prelude to the 5th annual South Beach Food and Wine Festival is today, with the main event continuing tomorrow and through the weekend. Presented by Food & Wine magazine, the festival invites the world to attend South Florida’s premier culinary extravaganza. Meet some of the greatest chefs in the world, not to mention winemakers, […]
Heaven on Earth
This ‘calendar of divine hotels around the world’ – as the book is sub-titled – provides a superb review of some of the top hotels in the most wonderful destinations in the world. For the families out there, there’s also a chapter on hotels that cater for children. Sir Richard Branson said of Sarah Siese’s […]
Top 10: Travelers’ Choice luxury hotel winners
No need to take a chance on your next vacation. Pamper yourself at the 10 most luxurious hotels, as chosen by TripAdvisor travelers. 1. Ritz-Carlton Hong Kong 2. Mina A’ Salam at Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai 3. Le Royal Meridien Beach Resort & Spa, Dubai 4. Four Seasons Hotel Gresham Palace, Budapest […]
Choco-Laté Belgian chocolate festival
The town of Bruges is about to host Belgium’s first chocolate fair. Choco-Laté – the first chocolate festival in the country of chocolate – will be an ode to chocolate. The event is the brainchild of the Bruges chocolate museum, Choco-Story. If you’re a chocoholic, don’t miss out! The event runs from 28th April […]
