The Luxury Travel Magazine
The Luxury Travel Magazine
Life is short. We only have so much time to get out there and see the world. Whether you’re seeking a place to find inner peace, a heart pumping adventure or a jet set city, you’ll find it all here on Beau Monde Traveler. Our travel explorers have scoured the world to examine tried and true tourist haunts as well as out of the way hidden gems. Those experiences are shared throughout the website, in our digital publication and in our glossy magazine. The ancient question of “Where to go Next” is answered here for you to decide where in the world to quench your wanderlust.
With miles and miles of sandy beaches, Dunkirk France has blossomed and expanded its maritime offeri
I cannot get my head around China's vastness. The numbers are staggering. There are 8.5 billion peop
England’s major cities all have their idiosyncratic personalities. London is the Big Smoke and man
Southern Thailand is often associated with the busy tourist haven of Phuket Province and its appeal
Europe certainly isn’t short of a summer holiday destination. From the fantastique French Riviera
Italy has so many gifts to offer the intrepid traveler that it's hard to figure out which one to unw
For Francophiles, the three-bedroom gite in the grounds of the 15th century Chateau de la Fuye, is t
The winding road curves along miles of rugged coastline, showcasing the glimmering ocean before a ch
Walking through the atmospheric Georgian streets, it’s evident that this ancient city is uniquely
Walking through the atmospheric Georgian streets, it’s evident that this ancient city is uniquely
A few steps away from the glittering lanterns of Chinatown and the dazzling lights of the West End,
When it comes to enotourism, many wine enthusiasts overlook Portugal in favour of world-renowned reg
The rich musical legacy of this magnificent region of the Alps is only the beginning of what you’l
On a Monopoly board, Mayfair and Park Lane form are the poshest and most expensive streets in the ga
London’s skyline is a wonderful scene to paint. From the curved dome of St Paul's Cathedral juxtap
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With miles and miles of sandy beaches, Dunkirk France has blossomed and expanded its maritime offerings as well as establishing new leisure pursuits. Known primarily for Operation Dynamo, the biggest evacuation in military history Dunkirk is now home to France’s...
I cannot get my head around China’s vastness. The numbers are staggering. There are 8.5 billion people, with 3 ¼ million square miles of landmass. The last time I visited, I took a trip with an upmarket tour operator to...
England’s major cities all have their idiosyncratic personalities. London is the Big Smoke and manic-paced business hub, Manchester is known as the creative media production hub as well as the world’s most famous football team, and Liverpool is known for...
Southern Thailand is often associated with the busy tourist haven of Phuket Province and its appeal to young adult travelers looking for adventure. However, the region also offers plenty for travelers with more sophisticated tastes, including palatial beach resorts and...
Europe certainly isn’t short of a summer holiday destination. From the fantastique French Riviera to the glistening lakes of Italy, some places are truly synonymous with a sunny getaway. Somewhere that’s perhaps more likely to be on your travel radar...
Italy has so many gifts to offer the intrepid traveler that it’s hard to figure out which one to unwrap next. In the Italian Riviera, in a peninsula that juts out into the Ligurian Sea, is where you’ll find one...
For Francophiles, the three-bedroom gite in the grounds of the 15th century Chateau de la Fuye, is the most luxurious French gite. For romantics there is also a tower for two. Chateau de la Fuye is a white honey coloured...
The winding road curves along miles of rugged coastline, showcasing the glimmering ocean before a charming town comes into view along the Lighthouse Route. This idyllic coastal scenery is classic Nova Scotia, yet it’s only the beginning of this beguiling...
Walking through the atmospheric Georgian streets, it’s evident that this ancient city is uniquely special. There is something in the water here. Quite literally. For thousands of years, humans have bathed in the mineral-rich waters from the Romans to the...
Walking through the atmospheric Georgian streets, it’s evident that this ancient city is uniquely special. There is something in the water here. Quite literally. For thousands of years, humans have bathed in the mineral-rich waters from the Romans to the...
A few steps away from the glittering lanterns of Chinatown and the dazzling lights of the West End, there’s a slice of heritage to be found. An iconic venue that has seen Harry Houdini, Judy Garland, and Dame Shirley Bassey...
When it comes to enotourism, many wine enthusiasts overlook Portugal in favour of world-renowned regions like Bordeaux, Tuscany, and the Napa Valley. But while this compact coastal nation still flies under the radar of many a connoisseur, Portugal is very...
The rich musical legacy of this magnificent region of the Alps is only the beginning of what you’ll love about Saalfelden Leogang in Salzburgerland, Austria. The iconic setting that inspired Mozart’s symphonies and that was behind the timeless Sound of...
On a Monopoly board, Mayfair and Park Lane form are the poshest and most expensive streets in the game. The fine entrance of the Ritz has all the razzle dazzle up while Fortnum and Mason’s entices shoppers, as do the...
London’s skyline is a wonderful scene to paint. From the curved dome of St Paul’s Cathedral juxtaposed against the spire of the shard and the wheel of the London Eye to the wavy Walkie Talkie building and the cylindrical Gerkin....
There is a place in London hidden from the mainstream which is the epitome of fashion and lifestyle. Tucked behind some of the busiest shopping streets in the capital, yet right in the heart of Soho, Carnaby Street is a...
Tuscany is a part of the world that’s rich in natural beauty and impressive history. Unlike much of modern Italy, there’s a great deal of Tuscany that exists in much the same way that it has for hundreds of years....
In the heart of Japan, Osaka emerges as a kaleidoscopic canvas of tradition and modernity. Lanterns illuminate small side-streets and towering skyscrapers reach for the heavens. Visitors could wander for miles and always manage to find something new to explore,...
As ‘Chang: A Drama of Wilderness’ projects on the screen, it may be opportune to take another sip of the cocktail, or at least another bite of the fried spring roll. Everyone in attendance is captivated to find out how...
Inside the Basement East, there’s a local feel to the establishment, where Nashvillians gather to listen to music from artists trying to make it big. The venue has only enough standing room creating an intimate connection between the audience and...
“On the inside, gentlemen, is Guillermo. See how green she is and full of promise?” -Ernest Hemingway. Cuba was Hemingway’s long-time love and home of more than twenty years. He found solace in the country’s white sand beaches, vibrant cities, and...
For the traveler in search of the rich taste of Americana and the utmost in southern comfort, Memphis is the place to start. This is Music City and it’s for its famous son Elvis Presley as well as the sultry...
Italy, a land of enchanting landscapes, rich history, and culinary excellence, has long been a magnet for travellers seeking the epitome of luxury and culture. Its iconic cities, each with its own unique charm, beckon visitors to experience ‘the sweet...
Miami is one of America’s most popular travel destinations and with good reason. The patina of American, Latino, and European influences are everywhere, creating a culture that is unique onto its own. Its magnetic allure as a tourist’s paradise can...
A stroll through the cobbled streets of the former lace market presents the meeting of tradition and modernity that so defines Nottingham. The sun bounces off the jagged stones of the ancient St Mary’s Church and on to the gleaming...
A towering fortress looks out from the hillside across the rust-coloured roofs of the city. Cobbled streets traverse the land and steer visitors through ancient walkways framed by pastel landmarks and stone statues. A dappled river wends gently through the...
When heading to Cape Cod, there are so many incredible things to do an see that where to visit first is a hard choice to make. Chatham is a particularly lovely area within the Cape with plenty of small shops,...
Australia’s vast and diverse landscape offers an array of captivating day trip destinations that cater to every interest and traveler. From pristine beaches to ancient rainforests, and bustling cities to the tranquil countryside, this land down under has something for...
When one thinks of Transylvania, it often conjures images of the spooky Bran Castle and the chilling tales that inspired Bram Stoker’s Dracula – sinister figures, damsels in distress, and necks with fresh bite marks trickling blood. Endless Dracula films...
London is one of the world’s most visited cities, and it’s easy to see why. Not only is it a popular tourist hotspot, but it’s also one of the most culturally diverse and vibrant cities in the world. From iconic...
Visiting Egypt needs to be on the top of your destination list and it shouldn’t just be Cairo. Of course, seeing the beautiful Pyramids of Giza and the Great Sphinx is certainly one of the highlights of the trip, but...
Are you seeking day trips ideas from Verona Italy? Embrace an extraordinary long weekend steeped in opulence, passion, and excitement as you traverse the captivating cities of Verona, Venice, and Padua. This itinerary ushers you through Northern Italy, encompassing iconic...
Open the pages of any fairy tale and you’re sure to find a castle. These magical places ignite the imaginations of young and old alike. Throughout history, these magnificent buildings have been the homes of kings and queens and have...
It’s the quiet that gets you first. There’s no sound except the timid tweets of a lone bird. Then, it’s the canyon-shaped mountains, whose jiggered cliffs tower above sweeping clusters of trees, disappearing into the clouds and out of sight....
Overlooked among the prominent travel destinations in the United States, Ohio often plays second fiddle to the allure of illustrious metropolises such as New York City or Los Angeles. The state has become a significant destination thanks to strategic tourism...
If you consider yourself an adventurous holidaymaker there are probably dozens of locations on your bucket list. But one location that often gets overlooked is Patagonia . A remote and breathtakingly beautiful region located at the southern tip of the...
‘Mauritius was made first, and then heaven; and heaven was copied after Mauritius’ – Mark Twain A girl with African curls, Indian features, and a French accent dances the Sega. Her sandy stage lies on Mauritius Island; a place where...
From glimmering pools to palatial showrooms, Las Vegas offers extraordinary opportunities for luxury travelers. It’s a place of refinement and opulence where those looking for extravagant experiences can choose from an endless array of indulgences. This world-renowned destination is no...
Walking along the Avon River, the sound of the cascading current recedes into the background as one admires the surrounding architecture. As the sunset fades, light shines on the city’s neo-classical buildings, casting a yellow hue on the already honey...
India is a breathtakingly beautiful country with so much to offer the intrepid traveller. From the vast jungles in the north to the magnificent Himalayan mountains, the sun-drenched beaches to the sprawling plains, there is something for everyone. Plus, with...
Paris to Berlin isn’t fashionable anymore. Instead, Manila to Bicol is trending for luxury travellers. On the Philippines’ largest island, Luzon, steamed crab, coconut and taro leaves are the new bouillabaisse. Catwalks come in the form of white-sand runways overseen...
If you’re an avid traveller, the United States has likely been at the top of your ‘must-visit’ list for a while now, and we can’t say that we blame you. With fifty states, America attracts beach lovers, nature lovers, and...
The City of Sin certainly has plenty of things to keep even the most demanding traveler amused. From the live shows, trying your luck, and countless activities to see and do. Here’s an insider’s guide of where to stay and...
With inflation rates soaring, the cost-of-living crisis raging on and interest rates rising, many expats are choosing to up sticks and move abroad. One place that is piquing the interest of a growing number of expats is Turkey. Offering tremendous...
Planning your vacation is undoubtedly one of the most tiresome and challenging things. From choosing your next vacation spot to sorting out the safest and most private accommodations, you must invest some time researching to have the best time during...
Overhearing an American congressman compare the River Thames unfavourably with the Mississippi, MP John Burns famously retorted: ‘The Mississippi is muddy water, but the River Thames is liquid history.’ This exchange happened in 1929, but the phrase ‘liquid history’ has...
Sri Lanka is a pearl in the Indian Ocean, famous for its majestic temples, rich colonial history and stunning natural beauty. Despite recent disruptions, the island is filled with optimism and energy, and a wave of luxurious places to stay...
Chester’s history is rich, from the Roman Legionaires who marched to war, to the Viking raiders who wreaked havoc and Norman invaders who conquered the Anglo Saxons. Inside Chester’s city walls is the largest Roman Amphitheatre in Britain, a 1000...
Riviera Nayarit is a lesser-known coastline than its sister Riviera Maya but this doesn’t mean that it is less beautiful. On the contrary, Riviera Nayarit has some of the most beautiful beaches in Mexico, still untouched by the heavy tourism...
Nicknamed “the City of Roses”, Portland, Oregon, is one of North America’s most unique cities. Indeed, Portland is a city where craft beer is mainstream, the weird and wacky is cool, and where amazing nature is intermingled throughout the concrete...
The setting sun transforms the sky and sea into a rainbow of colours that reflect off the shiny pebbles of the beach. Throughout this area are buildings with ornate facades built during the Victorian age. Across the skyline is a...
There is a place where the mangos grow wild, the weather is sunny, and the sleepy pace of life causes you to forget about any worries back home. This lush paradise has an extra helping of sandy beaches and two...
There’s something about the Med that makes it’s waters different than any where else in the world. Maybe it’s the glass clear water with a ting of blue and green. Or maybe it’s the sun that with its golden hue...
The Mediterranean is a favorite luxury travel destination for a number of reasons. The Beard Mag highlights the region’s pristine landscapes, beautiful weather, sumptuous cuisines, and even richer history as some of the many things you can enjoy on a...
This is cornucopian-style luxury: lofty tea plantations, fertile backwaters and lavish jungle. When it comes to luxury Kerala holidays, the hill stations sown with tea plantations and canals and the lagoons strewn with water hyacinths are merely the hors d’oeuvre....
Switzerland as a destination is most well-known for its winter sports activities. Spanning over Christmas into early Spring, travellers flock to regions all over the Swiss Alps to get their fill of adrenaline through skiing down sublime snow-topped mountains. However,...
While Rome might be the capital of Italy, Milan in the northern region of the country is a destination that exudes sophistication and perhaps even rivals Rome. The metropolis is one of the world’s fashion capitals since, twice a year,...
If you ever wanted to see the sights of Australia, chances are there is one attraction that is very high on your must-see list – the Great Barrier Reef. The Great Barrier Reef is Australia’s most popular and most visited tourist...
The saying goes we often don’t appreciate what’s in our own backyards. The same often holds true for travel, where most will often trapes off to some distant shore to laze about on a white beach in Bali. Yet, sometimes...
A towering skyline that reflects along the waves of Lake Michigan is the first thing you will notice upon arrival. A closer inspection will reveal ornate architecture, fine dining, and designer store fronts that dot the city’s sacred streets. And...
The Randolph Hotel and Frilford Heath Golf Club have combined to offer a “Stay and Play” experience that provides a city and country taster. Through the decades, both the Oxford hotel and the Oxfordshire golf club have acquired grand reputations...
Sicily is filled with an array of fine dining choices that bring a taste of the Mediterranean right to your plate. Locally sourced ingredients combined with a Michelin star chef’s twist present some of the most unforgettable dishes platted to...
A crisp white tablecloth smothers the table. Fine china teacups filled with steaming tea clinks against the dainty saucer. And a towering display of intricate sweets satisfy your sweet tooth for days to come. A dining experience such as this...
Planning your first time trip to China is indeed very daunting even for those who’ve visited other countries around the globe. The language, culture, geography, and food everything is so alien when compared to other parts of the world. One...
Amsterdam is hardly Europe’s shy little wallflower. The city has a reputation for the happening and enough culture to ensnare many passing tourists. Aside from museums, galleries, and theatre, Amsterdam is a scenic spot to explore on foot or by bike. Zigzagging...
“Paris ne s’est pas fait en un jour“ – Paris was not made in a day. The key to Parisian indulgence is a slow pace and conscious savouring of detail. There are many cities in the world that you can,...
As Gertrude Stein said: “America is my country and Paris is my hometown”. Paris has a knack for adopting its visitors. And Maison Mere echoes this Parisian sentiment with a gracious aim to provide a ‘second home’ in every room....
Stratford-upon-Avon is perhaps one of England’s most famous towns, for it contains the birthplace, childhood home, and final resting place of William Shakespeare. What’s even more striking is that, today, it’s a town of contrasts; and it’s perhaps this duality...
December in London is uncompromisable. The city clicks into full festive action from the first day of the month. Markets pop up with mulled wine, ice rinks welcome skaters, and shopping quickly becomes the priority of every Londoner. But, for...
To quote Ralph Waldo Emerson, “It’s a luxury to be understood”. Fortunately, at The Grand York, we can assure you that you will be. From original Edwardian architecture to a Nordic dry sauna, The Grand York offers guests a taste...
“I always loved the idea that a photograph was a memory frozen in time,” Ed Gass-Donnelly admitted. The concept is a popular one, the idea of a piece of history locked to the present – luxuriously interactable. However, in York,...
After reading this title, you are either enticed or disbelieving. Albania remains clouded by negative stigma for many travellers, seemingly unable to shake its shadow of misconception. But, maybe you are aware of Albania’s beauty and ridiculous suitability to the...
Narrow steeples of cathedrals, the long arms of the iconic yellow cranes Samson and Goliath, Victorian glass-domed buildings and slender modern infrastructures dominate the Belfast skyline. Such a unique combination of sites, history, and architecture has culminated into the Belfast...
“Wilderness is not a luxury but a necessity of spirit” – American novelist Edward Abbey advocates of experiences in nature. And a blue-tinged expanse of eucalyptus-covered valleys is a wilderness that could quickly become a necessity. The Blue Mountains are...
Our three most important possessions are our health, relationships with the people we love, and time. Time, measured in seconds, minutes, hours, days, or years is our metre of that third most important valuable that is calculated the same by...
The air is scented with spice and sweet oranges in a city where, at every turn, one uncovers fascinating history and places to dine on wonderful food. The ancient Moorish city walls, Roman ruins, and Baroque basilicas behold an astonishing...
On Miami’s South Beach, it’s not just the waves that are flowing. Metres away from the salty shore, dozens of white-peaked stalls are alive with the murmur of a well-fed crowd, aroused by an afternoon of boundless champagne and culinary...
As you’ll read in our Palm Springs Guide, visitors typically fall into a few camps. You’ve got your aficionados of Mid-Century modern design and fashion and others who can’t get enough of that global “bohemian chic” vibe unleashed by Coachella....
The colossal white structure of the Neasden Temple is revered as the UK’s first purpose-built Hindu temple. A regal product of limestone and marble, its flag-flying domes cut an ornate section of the London skyline. However, the temple is not...
“An English village could never be mistaken for an American one: the outline against the sky differs; a thatched cottage makes a very wave line on the blue above”. Or, at least, this was the consensus when Maria Mitchell visited...
Every autumn, the Parisian district of Montmartre fills with flamboyant celebration and ever-flowing fine wine. The festival is marked by the classic white basilica of Sacre-Coeur, the symbolic church atop Montmartre Hill. Streets fill with pointed medieval-style tents. Vendors flock...
On a hot afternoon, the sun sets over Café Del Mar in Cartagena and the accordion Andres Herrera accompanies the crooning voice of Kaleth Morales: Es como estar en ningún lugar, vivo en el limbo – It’s like being nowhere,...
On Sydney’s doorstep is an epicurean haven full of delectable indulgences. If the wine, the cheese, and the award-winning restaurants were not enough to convince you to head north two hours to The Hunter Valley, the outstanding spa and wellness...
Naples is a very special, more ‘secret spot’ considered the crown jewel located along the Gulf of Mexico in Southwest Florida. It’s the polar opposite of ‘show-off-y’, loud, brash Miami with fast cars and scantily-clad women everywhere. Subtlety is the...
Crystalline blue waters, towering mountain ranges, and a long and rich Ottoman history; Albania is a country full of secrets buried far from the flocks of tourists who rain down on mainland Europe every summer season. Albania is a country...
A time capsule in the Caribbean, Cuba remains one of the few destinations untarnished by the monotonous big box stores and chain restaurants of globalisation, and alive with the same authenticity it has held for decades. A country just 93...
The sun-drenched coast of the Costa Del Sol literally oozes glamour and on these Andalusian shores lies an exclusive holiday spot sprinkled with opulent hotels that glitter like diamonds. In fine dining establishments and nightspots, one can mingle with millionaires....
A vacation in Greece offers a wealth of sensational sites to see, exquisite food, a captivating history and vibrant culture, and of course, the wonderful Greek people. One place to visit in Greece is Rethymno, Crete, known for all of...
Despite paying homage to the Bard, like almost every hotel in Stratford-upon-Avon, and maintaining the elegance of the IHG brand, The Crowne Plaza Hotel has managed to establish an identity of its own – one with a chic yet homely...
Views from the Cavendish London’s Royal Suite are gloriously regal. Taking breakfast on the terrace of this 15th-floor penthouse, you look out on a dramatic skyline that many regard as the capital of the world. A vista that sweeps across...
From delving deep through the Okavango Delta to hiking the Tiger’s Nest nestled on the cliff faced mountains of Bhutan; AndBeyond offers some of the most unique experiences, whilst caring for and supporting the communities they bring business to. A...
Luxury’s changing meaning has been with us for some time now: what was once defined as opulence with excessive cost with one-of-a-kind perfection is now merging into dimensions of sustainability, as well as a belief in the positive, rare, meaningful...
The excitement of a holiday on the Isle of Wight begins after the first sighting of the iconic white cliffs followed by the isles with winding roads, stunning hills and valleys. The villages there remind us of days of old...
There’s a buzz in the air on Brighton Beach. Along the promenade, the smells, sounds, and sights are filled with the sweet aroma of hot doughnuts, salty scents of fish and chips, and the sounds of crashing waves as brave...
If you’re lucky enough to live in or visit the gorgeous Denver area, you likely enjoy the long foliage season the region enjoys. Denver’s eye-catching fall colors make the perfect viewing for a family outing or personal day off. Whether...
Most visitors are quick to think of Orlando = Disney. While Disney is only a short drive outside of Orlando, the history of this beautiful city is much more than just being Mickey’s home. Today, Downtown Orlando is an area...
Japan’s ninth-largest city, Kyoto, became a popular destination because of its glamour, inherited from Japan’s medieval years where it served as its national capital. That rarified presence is everywhere, from the Golden Pavilion, the Kyoto Imperial Palace, maze-like Fushimi-Inari Shrine,...
There is arguably no hospitality in America more welcoming than what you’ll find in South Carolina. There, time seems to have stood still where the sounds of horse-drawn carriages echo off the cobblestone streets as they pass magnificent old pillared...
Beer, pretzels, men in lederhosen and women in dirndls, and the backdrop of the majestic Alpine mountains. This along with fairy-tale castles and Oktoberfest is what comes to mind when we think of Germany’s most iconic region, Bavaria. Travel influencer...
For too many Western poets, the idea of winter relates to hibernation, quiet, and loneliness. It is the stillness, the cold, the Shakespearian “old December bareness” combined with that winter slant of light that, as Emily Dickinson wrote, “oppresses/ like...
Nowadays, travellers are tired of staying in glamorous resorts in urban settings comprised of standard horizons and impersonal atmospheres. It’s no secret that the great outdoors heals, calms and rejuvenates the mind, body and soul. Many are looking for this realignment...
Peru and Argentina have long embodied the spirit of Latin America, boasting the continent’s finest food, wine and spectacular ancient history which flows into its modern culture and artwork. Often a bucket list destination, the magic of Machu Picchu is...
Kazakhstan. What images does that conjure up? Ancient history, poor economy, and the Silk Road? Well, be prepared for some surprises. Unlike the other ‘stans’, Kazakhstan is wealthy, modern and safe. It’s where tulips and apples come from and it’s...
There are a handful of destinations in this world – from the Great Wall of China to the Banaue Rice Terraces of the Philippines – that evoke a profound sense of wonder, inquiry and euphoria. Surpassing perhaps even these, are...
Iran is not the first destination that springs to mind when one imagines their next holiday. For decades we have wrongly come to see it as a place of danger, of the unknown, and of conflict. This, however, is not...
Pristine coastal stretches, majestic baobab trees, leaping lemurs and a gold mine of natural reserves. Some call it the ‘Red Island’ of the Indian Ocean, but to most, it is known as Madagascar. Madagascar is home to the beautiful island...
Greece is one of the most popular Mediterranean destinations, and with its 100’s of inhabited islands to visit, historical landmarks, its discourse throughout political history…after all, the country is the birthplace of democracy. A guide to greece must include their...
Spain, France and Italy are an unrivalled trio, famed for being holiday destinations of romance, cuisine and sightseeing. From the Eiffel Tower to the Pantheon, there are numerous wonders to behold, but with hundreds of thousands flocking every year, they...
When it comes to finding the perfect holiday destination, it’s not easy. The perfect holiday destination should have activities, experiences and ideally, the best weather possible.Well, we know of a beautiful place that offers not only all of the above,...
Las Vegas has a little bit to offer just about any kind of traveler these days. For visitors seeking the thrills and nightlife the city is so famous for, there are buzzing casino floors, world-class bars, and pulsing nightclubs. Those...
Although Cape Verde is undoubtedly Africa, its remarkable landscape and bounty of Portuguese influences make these islands hard to define other than beguilingly mysterious and enthrallingly beautiful. As a group of ten islands floating some four hundred miles off the...
Slovenia may not be a tourist hotspot, nor at the top of your travel bucket list, but its perhaps for these reasons that it really is a hidden gem. Surrounded by the Alps and the Adriatic Sea, its settled in...
For those who love winter, there’s nothing like the fresh air and the pristine white blanket of snow covering Alpine mountains that you’ll find in Switzerland. St. Moritz has always been a top jet-set destination full of ski trails, frozen...
There’s something particularly rare about Portugal. It’s unlikely one will find another place with villages so quaint, cities as vibrant or locals so genuine and affectionate. While most think Lisbon embodies such qualities, Porto exceeds in them. It is not...
For most, Iceland is the final frontier. A mystical and remote land with the draw of northern lights, blue ice caves, the midnight sun, glacier hikes, whale watching, puffin spotting and natural hot pools. As remote as Iceland may be,...
When most think Burgundy they will think of the color that is somewhere between red, brown and purple. For others, it is the world class Burgundy wine, which the colour is named after. But for the avid traveler, they know...
Sicily is what many Italians call the “Real Italy”. Located only a few miles off the mainland at the toe of the boot, this large island is a dream destination full of beaches, baroque villages, mountains, volcanoes and wine estates....
Japan is a must-visit destination for the well-heeled traveler. For westerners, it is an indulgence into the exotic. The culture, architecture, landmarks, and culinary experiences are simply unforgettable. The Golden Route is Japan’s most visited areas by Western tourists: Osaka,...
Tintswalo Safari Lodge is a special place with an atmosphere, unlike any other game lodge. From the moment guests arrive, usually greeted by the local herd of elephants having a drink in front of the deck, they are swept into...
Like a well-tuned chorus, the railways band, resplendent in its crisp, military-style uniform, strikes up as the towering red locomotive of the Golden Eagle Trans-Siberian Express wheezes its way into Moscow’s Kazansky Railway Station. It’s nothing if not impressive, nine...
It’s that magical moment between day and night, when the sun puts on an awe-inspiring encore while the inky darkness of night swallows up its stage. Far below, another performance is being enjoyed by guests of a sleek superyacht; a...
Croatia is a fascinating country with many attractions to keep you busy all summer. Whether you’re looking for beaches and crystal clear waters, historic sites and charming villages, or nightlife and entertainment options, these are the top destinations in Croatia...
The Douro, Portugal’s famous River of Gold, starts its westward journey to the sea in France, crossing into Portugal at Barca d’Alva. From there it flow another 125 miles until it reaches the Atlantic at the historic city of Porto,...
With summer drawing to a close in the Southern Hemisphere, it’s easy to start feeling anxious about the beginning of the dark depths of winter. And if you’re in the Northern Hemisphere, you’re obviously in the depths of above mentioned...
The mention of the word Basel and what comes to mind will invariably be wealth, luxury, and art. This well-earned reputation has been cultivated over the eons to become one of the world’s most revered and the most vibrant metropolis...
“17 lions, 2 leopards and more giraffes than you can shake a stick at,” said a middle-aged sunburnt man in Jo’burg departures. With all the naive enthusiasm of a schoolboy playing Top Trumps, he showed off his safari scorebook to...
Although Jackson Hole is known as a top ski destination, the spring shoulder season is an excellent time for other outdoor activities. Ski resorts are closed, but the picturesque outdoors of the American West beckons to be explored. Offering a...
Jetsetters know where to find the next hip scene and for 18 years the Buddha-Bar has been such a place. Whether it’s their entrancing electro-ethnic lounge music or their uber-cool restaurants around the world, Buddha-Bar is known for creating an...
Bali. The word is synonymous with a place of utter peace and tranquility, beautiful beaches, and the place to literally get away from it all. Bali is large island with many areas offering a completely different holiday. From Ubud’s tropical...
Amsterdam is one of Europe’s most beguiling cities. It’s known for its liberal lifestyle as well as a place of rich history, culture, nightlife and culinary scene. The idea of taking a boat through centuries-old canals or strolling on cobblestone...
Italy has so much to offer travelers from its stunning Roman cities steeped in millenniums of history, museums filled with countless treasures, and outdoor piazzas with mesmerizing statues. Italy is a mecca for devotees of wine and culinary experiences and...
Inspired by its beautiful surroundings, Singita Boulders Lodge is set along the banks of the Sand River in Singita’s privately owned reserve within the Sabi Sand Reserve. Singita Boulders Lodge assists with travel to and from the Lodge as they...
When we think of gourmet food and fine wine, most will instantly think of France. And when we think of where to find the finest wine in France is of course Bordeaux. It was Napoleon III, who first organized the...
With a keen sense of its history and a vision to preserve the future, Sabi Sabi Private Game Reserve is ecologically and geographically integrated with the Greater Kruger National Park. Situated within one of the oldest and largest proclaimed private...
With summer drawing to a close in the Southern Hemisphere, it’s easy to start feeling anxious about the beginning of the dark depths of winter. And if you’re in the Northern Hemisphere, you’re obviously in the depths of above mentioned...
There’s something particularly fascinating about Scotland and especially in the highlands. Perhaps it’s the people with their thick brogue and their ginger hair. Or perhaps that it is an untrampled destination without the herd of travelers streaming out of double-decker...
In the evening, along Melbourne’s Yarra River boardwalk, eight pillars shoot massive fireballs high into the sky. Every hour these brilliant meteor-like flashes reflect off the downtown waterfront’s skyscrapers as well as the river itself and can be seen from...
For those who have never been to Dubai, you are somewhat behind the times on your international travel must-do list. Over the past few decades, it has gone from an exotic destination only for the Avant-garde to one of the...
France is a region known for doing things well. Where luxury is a word that applies to their fashion, lifestyle, and of course the best in food and wine. Viking River Cruises takes guests on an eight-day journey into the...
In Belfast Ireland, overlooking Belfast Lough and the County Antrim Coastline is where you’ll find The Culloden estate. This palatial estate with a rich history dating back to 1876 when it was originally built for the Bishop of Down. Today...
185 years ago, Arthur Hardy, a wealthy businessman and bon vivant decided to create a summer estate where he could leave the smothering heat of Australia’s Adelaide city for the cooler atmosphere on top of the nearby mountains overlooking the...
