Luxury Travel
South African winery plays host to a Hollywood legend
Beau Bridges, whose illustrious career in the film industry has spanned several decades, first dropped in to the specialist wine estate, Alluvia, near Stellenbosch in South Africa looking for accommodation in February 2009, during filming for Free Willy South Africa, the latest movie in the Free Willy series.
Footie madness for fans in South Africa
After England’s 5-1 victory over Croatia at Wembley, the team and fans are looking towards the start of the FIFA World Cup in South Africa kicking off on 11th June 2010.
Special offers mark the opening of new luxury Bahamas resort
The grand estate of Sandals Emerald Bay is set along a one-mile stretch of white sand beach on Emerald Bay, Great Exuma, Bahamas. This all-suite resort will offer a selection of 183
Ponta Dos Ganchos voted “Resort of the Year 2010”
Ponta Dos Ganchos Exclusive Resort, located on the Emerald Coast of Brazil has been awarded the title of “Resort of The Year 2010” by Guia 4 Rodas, the most prestigious Brazilian Travel Guide.
Count down to 2010 with a glittering beach-side party
Exclusive villa enclave Cotton Bay Village in Saint Lucia will welcome in 2010 with a huge gala dinner, to celebrate the end of its first year since being comprehensively revamped under new management.
Top Egyptian resort to host special anniversary celebrations
One of the world’s top Egyptian resorts is set to play host to the country’s most lavish oasis gig in the middle of the Sahara Desert.
Louis Vuitton to open at Marina Bay Sands
Marina Bay Sands, Singapore, has announced that Louis Vuitton, a world leader in luxury, will open a unique “island” store that will “float” on the water in front of the region’s premier integrated entertainment destination.
Short break ski packages in France
To celebrate the launch of P&V’s new ski brochure for the 2009/2010 season, the French ski accommodation specialist has announced the introduction of short ski breaks to the French Alps and Pyrenees.
The Landmark London takes luxury to a new level
The magnificent five-star deluxe Landmark London in fashionable Marylebone is renowned as one of the UK’s truly stunning luxury hotels. With the introduction of its spectacular new “Lifestyles Suites” The Landmark London is now taking luxury and guest experience to a new level.
Diwali lights up gastronomy at Le Méridien Al Aqah
Swaad Restaurant will celebrate Diwali, the festival of lights, during October with mouth-watering sweets, reflecting each region of India, from October 16 to 31, while Taste Thai Restaurant will offer Asian healthy hot pots from October 1 to 15.
New luxury hotel prepares to open in Hong Kong
The Upper House, Hong Kong, has joined Preferred Hotels & Resorts, a collection of more than 700 of the world’s most desirable destinations.
Blanket Bay named as among world’s best hotels
Readers of one of the world’s most influential travel magazines have named Glenorchy’s Blanket Bay lodge as the best leisure hotel in Australasia and the South Pacific.
Ol Seki unveils new suites and VIP safari experience
In August 2009, Ol Seki, a stylish and contemporary Mara camp in Kenya, will reveal two new exclusive suites that will offer its guests the ultimate VIP safari experience.
A wine and safari Cape escape
Kichaka Luxury Game Lodge is ideally situated in the heart of the malaria-free Eastern Cape overlooking a tranquil waterhole, home to various species including the Big 5, and with sweeping expansive decks nestled in the African bush. Kichaka combines fine wine and dining with a luxurious safari experience.
Zambian safari camp opens luxury private suite
Zambian safari operator Chongwe River Camp has recently opened a new, luxurious private suite. The Cassia Suite is a custom-designed exclusive retreat for two on the confluence of the Zambezi and Chongwe Rivers.