In These Places It Is Summer 12 Months a Year Sweeping cold fronts, freezing rain and the 1st snowfalls of the year are hitting destinations across the Northern Hemisphere, and the idea of escaping to a warmer front is on many peoples minds. And Yes there are lovely places untouched by these falling temperature. Now, […]
Some Spectacular South American Adventures South America is built for adventures, and explorers are attracted to its exotic shores. Glistening glaciers hug soaring granite mountains, condors circle over desert gorges, tumbling waterfalls inspire movies and vast steamy jungles host animals from monkeys to jaguars. Throw in the ancient ruins and you have a lifetime of […]
Antigua, Guatemala: November Thru April is the Time to Travel There From its pastel-colored colonial buildings to its church ruins, you might think Antigua lives up to its name (ancient). But there is a youthful energy that flows throughout the city, from its bustling markets to the slopes of neighboring volcanoes. Antigua is Guatemala’s most-visited […]
President Trump Has Authority to Block Migrant Invasion President Donald Trump has the “unique constitutional authority” to decide who comes into the United States and to use the same laws he used for a travel ban to block a migrant caravan from crossing the Mexican border. “I was involved with preparing the original travel moratorium,” Sebastian Gorka […]
When ‘On the Road’ Eat Well, Be Well Life’s regular schedules do not align with traveling, as the stress and upside down hours play havoc with our body. So, forget about fitting in regular workout between museum tours and activities. But, hang on, we can still eat well even when we are on the road, […]
Making the Most of Your Next Business Trip Traveling for business is always a terrific opportunity for those of us that are able to it. As, one can take great pleasure in being paid to attend meetings, meet clients and forge friendships in a new city or country and then possibly have enough time left […]
Travel Italy: 5 of Its Most Romantic Towns When it comes to setting a romantic mood the small towns and villages in Italy have so much more to offer than serenades along the canals of Venice. Some of the most dreamy holiday destinations are little-known towns and villages, from low-Key Sicilian seaside escapes to medieval […]
Banyan Tree Samui Lands Spot in Condé Nast’s ‘Best Resorts’ List The New York-based magazine announces its much-coveted Readers’ Choice awards for 2018. Banyan Tree Samui, an 88-villa property overlooking a secluded bay of sapphire waters in the Gulf of Thailand, has been recognized as one of Asia’s top resorts in Condé Nast Traveler’s Readers’ […]
Meet Canberra, the unsung hero of the Land Down Under aka OZ. It is a far cry from the hustle and bustle of Sydney and Melbourne, but this capital city deserves a spot on your Australian itinerary. A wholly Australian city, Canberra brings together the elements that make this nation so special – fantastic natural […]
Romantic Places to Travel with Your ‘Significant Other’ There are certain places in this world that are so special they are worth saving to share with someone. From sunset strolls along pristine beaches to thrilling adventures. Below are some very romantic destinations to take with your significant other, as follows: Udaipur, India Called India’s most […]
Volkswagen’s (OTCMKT:VLKAY) MEB EV Platform Unveiled $VLKAY Volkswagen (OTCMKT:VLKAY) has unveiled its Electric for All initiative, which will set out to introduce EVs over the better part of the next 10 yrs at what the automaker says will be affordable prices. VW is aiming to sell around 150,000 electric cars by Y 2020 and increase annual sales […]
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Thailand is one of the world’s most renowned holiday destinations, with a wide variety of things to see and do, from culture, religion, food, nature, water, adventure, sports and also relaxing activities. Thailand also growing as a health and wellness destination, with a huge number of healing and detox centres. Muay Thai is rapidly expanding […]
Avoid the Crowds, Try These Off the Beaten Path Destinations Now, the world’s Top tourist destinations are bracing themselves for an ever-increasing number of visitors Y-Y. For some, there is already an anti-tourism sentiment. So, if you are concerned, below are 5 destinations limiting tourists, and off the beaten path to go instead, as follows: […]
Traveling to Oaxaca, Mexico for a Weekend This multicultural hub in the highlands of Southern Mexico is known for its mild climate, rich culinary and craft traditions and complex history. Even as strong earthquakes have shaken the region, the centuries-old city of Oaxaca remains largely unrattled. In the shadow of Monte Albán, the hilltop capital […]
Tips to Staying Healthy When Traveling Staying healthy when traveling can be challenging. While traveling is an exciting because of the exposure to new people and environments, it is also contributes to new breeding grounds for unfamiliar germs and bacteria. The Key to avoiding getting sick while traveling is to combat the factors that cause […]
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Caution, Scams You May Encounter on Your Vacation Travelers are all prime for hustlers and scammers world wide. Everyone who has been on the road can recount a personal story of being a ‘mark’ while away from home. The 1st and only time it happened to me was in Mexico City 50 years ago on […]
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Although The Palm Beaches are known for luxury offerings, the area also offers a variety of cultural experiences for every type of traveler, including those seeking a value-driven getaway. With an assortment of cultural experiences, many of which cost $10 or less, the area has developed into one of the country’s hottest cultural destinations. A […]
Ride the Rails for the Best European Experiences Traveling in Europe better by train from capital cities to remote villages, and just about all of Europe is reachable by rail. The EuroRail offers passes and deals on tickets to help you travel around Europe from inexpensive to white tablecloth service. Below are some Key European cities best […]
Travel Etiquette: What We All Should Know and Practice Travel is a super experience, but there is an unwritten set of rules governing the travelers behavior. From the expectations of other tourists to ingrained traditions and customs of the country or region we are visiting, and we do not want to offend. To avoid making […]
The Top 5 Luxury Hotels in Russia 1. FOUR SEASONS HOTEL LION PALACE ST PETERSBURG Just 2 blocks from the Hermitage Museum and close to Nevsky Prospekt and the Mariinsky Theatre, Four Seasons Hotel Lion Palace St. Petersburg provides a dreamy luxury experience: living like Russian royalty in an authentic 19th-Century palace. This fully restored, 19th-Century […]
Improve Traveling While on Vacation Vacation travel is meant to be refreshing Most people can relate to the stress and anxiety that travel can bring. Between security lines at the airport and the exhaustion that comes with a day spent moving from place to place, a “vacation” does not always feel like a vacation. The […]
Banyan Tree Samui : Environmental Success Banyan Tree Samui Hailed as Eco-Friendly Torchbearer for Thailand Resort is first in country to receive EarthCheck ‘Gold’ accolade Banyan Tree Samui has become the first and only hotel in Thailand to be awarded “Gold Certification” at a single-property level by Earthcheck, the world’s leading scientific benchmarking, certification and […]
Dubai Real Estate Report Dubai Land Department (DLD) has revealed that real estate transactions in the emirate for the first half of 2018 reached AED111 billion, reaffirming Dubai market’s attractiveness and ability to compete with global investment destinations. The strengths portrayed by Dubai’s real estate investments underscore the leadership’s mandate to ease business processes and […]
Travel Warning: Indonesia is Anti-Gay Don’t be fooled in to thinking Bali is some special Buddhist Island, Bali is part of Indonesia and it is an increasingly dangerous place to be Gay. If you are Gay it is probably best to skip Bali, if you do not like a regime that deliberately oppresses Gay people, […]
President Trump’s Authority Upheld By the Supreme Court The Supreme Court’s ruling Tuesday upholding President Donald Trump’s travel ban reasserts the President’s constitutional authority to determine who comes into the country and “what yardsticks they are measured against,” former presidential adviser and security strategist Sebastian Gorka said Wednesday. “Back in the 1950’s, 1980’s, at the Supreme Court […]
The Supreme Court’s Travel Ban Ruling ‘a Moment of Profound Vindication’ Tuesday, US President Donald Trump said the Supreme Court’s ruling upholding his travel ban targeting several Muslim-majority countries was a victory for Americans and “a moment of profound vindication” for his policy. “Today’s Supreme Court ruling is a tremendous victory for the American people […]
California Has Banned State Sponsored Travel to 9 US States The State of California is continuing to ban state-funded travel to places with laws perceived to discriminate against Gay and/or Transgender people, adding Oklahoma as the ban’s 9th state, Attorney General Xavier Becerra announced in a press release Friday. The restrictions on Oklahoma were added […]
Work for Yourself Online, Travel the World Some of the World’s best places to ‘Work’ remotely (get started), as follows: In Asia: Chaing Mai, Thailand When you talk to online workers about their best remote work destinations, you’re bound to find someone who spent time in Chaing Mai. While it is not quite as well known […]
Muslim Refugee Burned Holocaust Survivor to Death in Paris A man was arrested after the body of an 85-year-old Holocaust survivor was found in her incinerated Paris apartment with 11 stab wounds. French-Jewish groups are calling on police to find out if the crime was anti-Semitic. Authorities have refused to name the suspect but there […]
Best of Bangkok: Mozza by Cocotte Based on the same principles as Cocotte Farm Roast & Winery, Mozza By Cocotte offers a great selection of premium Italian products. Pasta and Pizza but also cheeses and cold-cuts. Comfort food oriented, the venue brings back the memories of a typical Italian cuisine “come la faceva la nonna” […]
The Sanchaya Introduces Mindfulness Retreat With An Indulgent Bent While most practitioners of mindfulness retreat to the pagoda and the sangha for space and community, The Sanchaya is stepping up as an alternative venue for a retreat that indulges silence and calm, to be sure, but great food and fine wine, as well. The 10-hectare […]
Travel Warning: Paris is a Dangerous City Macron has failed France The levels of drug-related crime in parts of the Paris Metro have seemingly spiralled so out-of-control that train drivers are refusing to stop at certain stations. The Unsa RATP union, which represents the Paris Metro and bus network, has sent a letter to Gerard […]
Travel: Taking in Munich, Germany Munich’s combination of culture, history and hearty food makes it well worth a visit The Bavarian city of Munich has long held an allure with travellers the world over for its unique taste of German culture and tradition. But while the focus of many visitors may be the Oktoberfest celebrations, […]
Travel: Cambodia Not too long ago a trip to Cambodia could begin and end with the Khmer temples of Angkor Wat (pictured above: Ta Prohm Temple, part of the Angkor Wat temple complex in Siem Reap, Cambodia). Not anymore Interest in the country’s natural treasures now extends to the country’s untouched islands and mountainous rain-forest where […]
A UAE newspaper has said that the New Year’s Day will bring many things. Well-wishers and revellers will gather at tourist spots and significant sites around the UAE to mark the arrival of 2018 with a bang, as they come together to watch one of the official fireworks displays. In an editorial on Sunday, The […]
The economy in Dubai has continued to grow at a fast pace in 2017 guided by a leadership that has its eye on the future and a government committed to the emirate’s sustainable development and global leadership, said Sami Al Qamzi, Director-General of Dubai Economy. “The growth is expected to continue unabated in the next […]
Fly Like Marty McFly on The Sanchaya’s New Electric ‘OneWheel+’ Boards The Sanchaya has welcomed self-balancing electric ‘OneWheel+’ boards, giving riders the feeling of flying along one of the world’s most stunning stretches of beach. Similar to protagonist Marty McFly’s iconic hover board in the cult classic trilogy Back to the Future, the estate’s two […]
Saudi Travel Agencies Now Issuing Tourist Visas Travel to the Kingdom was previously restricted to pilgrims, businessmen and family members of residents. Saudi Arabia’s Commission for Tourism and National Heritage (SCTH) has reportedly issued the first licence allowing travel agencies to issue tourist visas. The move follows the restructuring of the travel and tourism sector […]
The Changing Face of the Luxury Market With disruption taking hold in the region’s luxury sector, Maya Kusybi examines how brands are being forced to rethink their mindset and operate in a new retail era Luxury was once defined simply by price and quality, but unless you have been living in a parallel universe, you […]
Modena Home to Ferrari and Maserati, a Car Lovers City $RACE, $FCAU, $VLKAY The 1st time I walked through the city center of Modena, Italy, cobblestone streets dating back centuries was in Y 1968, I has business at both the Ferrari and Maserati works. I saw couples walk arm-in-arm, laughing groups of friends stroll the […]
President Trump’s Travel Ban in Full Effect The Supreme Court is allowing The Trump Administration to fully enforce a ban on travel to the United States by residents of 6 mostly Muslim countries. The justices, with 2 dissenting votes, said Monday that the policy can take full effect even as legal challenges against it make […]
On the occasion of the UAE’s 46th National Day celebrations, the Emirates News Agency, WAM, has compiled a series of reports regarding the achievements of the state over the past year. In part nineteen, we look at the work in progress to ensure that EXPO 2020 will be a global success. On 15th January, 2017, […]
Julius Baer’s Lifestyle Index 2017: Wealth Report: Asia The Asian wealth management landscape Asia is Julius Baer’s second home market and a powerhouse of global wealth creation. The region’s pool of investable assets held by High Net Worth Individuals (HNWI) is on track to reach USD 14.5 trillion by 2020, representing growth of 160% in […]
Dubai Economy is Still Growing Dubai’s economy is expected to grow by 3-4 percent in the 2017-2018, Hamad Buamim, President and CEO of Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry, said at a ‘Meet the CEO’ event organised by the Government of Dubai Media Office, GDMO, on Monday. He pointed out that 98 percent of Dubai’s […]
Hong Kong: the World’s #1 City for International Visits Hong Kong to retain its status as the city most visited by international travelers this year in spite of strained relations with Mainland China. In a report published Tuesday, market research firm Euromonitor International said it estimates 25.7 million arrivals in Hong Kong this year, down […]
Before proceeding to your table at a new Paris restaurant, make sure to leave your coat in the wardrobe… as well as all other clothes. Known for their casual attitude towards nakedness, the French now have their first eatery to dine in the raw. On Thursday night, O’Naturel restaurant welcomed its first guests from the […]
Supreme Court ‘Tosses’ Challenges to President Trump’s Travel Ban Tuesday, the US Supreme Court threw out an appeals court ruling that struck down President Donald Trump’s previous temporary travel ban targeting several Muslim-majority nations countries that has now expired. In a 1-page order, the court acted in 1 of 2 cases pending before the 9 […]
China’s Travel Growth Outpacing All Other Nations Chinese tourists becoming the Key driver of global tourism China’s travel industry is projected to grow at an average rate of 8% Y-Y annually from Y 2017 to Y 2027, outpacing other major economies like India and the US, according to the World Travel and Tourism Council. The upcoming 1 […]
UAE’s Travel & Tourism Spend to Top $56-B by 2022 Tourism & Travel accounted for 12.1% of the UAE’s GDP in Y 2016 Spending within the UAE’s Travel & Tourism sector is expected to reach over $56-B in Y 2022 as new mega projects come to market, a new study conducted by the Dubai Chamber […]
Seychelles, Treasure of the Indian Ocean With lush forests, unique wildlife, and the possibility of pirate treasure, there’s much more to the 115-island Seychelles Archipelago. The Seychelles: that means endless days lying on the beach, listening to the sound of the sea and feasting on sumptuous seafood, right? Well, yes and no. Of course, its […]
Our Supreme Court Reinstates Our President’s Refugee Ban Tuesday, the US Supreme Court allowed President Donald Trump to broadly implement a ban on refugees entering the country from around the world. The Justices granted a request from The Trump Administration to block a federal appeals court decision that would have allowed up to 24,000 additional […]
Mantra Samui Resort Launches New Spa Featuring Home-Grown Botanicals Opening special “A Mantra for Mantra” package combines treatments, meditation and yoga With a new natural spa and the launch of a wellness experience “A Mantra for Mantra,” the all-new Mantra Samui Resort is attracting spa-goers to its peaceful perch overlooking the Gulf of Thailand. […]
Discovering Bali’s Last Wild Frontier: The Tabanan Regency Few destinations evoke visions of paradise like Bali. With its stepped terraces of rice, dramatic highland gorges, beaches of volcanic sand and omni-present Balinese dance-drama, the name of the place is a panacea. There’s one corner of Bali that remains largely untouched and truly delivers on these […]
Mothers Man the Kitchen At Luxurious New Beachfront Resort Resorts calls in mothers of staff for new culinary initiative called ‘Mama’s Cooking’ When it comes to cooking, nothing is as sacrosanct as a home-cooked meal. That’s why The Anam has recruited a half-dozen mothers of its staff to serve up an authentic slice […]
Sanctum Inle Resort Lauded As One Of The World’s Most Outstanding Hotel Debuts Sanctum Inle Resort, a new 94-room resort situated on the banks of storied Inle Lake, has won a coveted spot in Condé Nast Traveller India’s Hot List 2017. The Indian version of the prestigious magazine brand has announced its annual compendium […]
US Warns About Travel to Cancun, Mexico, Murders Rise The US State Department warned citizens about traveling to parts of Mexico including Cancun and Playa del Carmen, as homicides rise at resorts popular with American tourists. The advisory issued Tuesday upgraded the warnings for 2 states, Quintana Roo and Baja California Sur, saying turf wars […]
US State Department Travel Alerts in Effect There are 2 types of US State Department travel notifications: Travel alerts and Travel warnings. The US Passports & International Division clearly defines the difference between these 2 terms, as follows: Travel warnings: “We issue a Travel Warning when we want you to consider very carefully whether you […]
Ways to Deal with Long Flights There was a time decades ago when taking a flight was truly a privilege. People looked forward to comfy seats, cold drinks and friendly service. Today? Not so much. With the cramped seating and impossibly long security lines, flying is the unpleasant grunt work of travel — something you […]
Dubai Backed Hyperloop One Completes Phase 2 Testing The company would open its 1st international office in Dubai in September. Dubai-backed Hyperloop One, the company building the high-speed hyperloop transportation system, has successfully completed the second phase of testing in the Nevada desert, it announced on Wednesday. The company completed Phase 2 testing on 29 […]
Air Traffic to Dubai Still Growing Passenger numbers at Dubai World Central, DWC, Dubai’s second airport, grew by more than 35 percent in the first half of the year, according to the traffic report issued by operator, Dubai Airports, today. DWC welcomed 554,993 passengers in the first half of 2017 compared to 410,278 passengers during […]
Travel Review: Azerbaijan Calls The ‘Fire Country’ has an eclectic mix of historical attractions set alongside new-world wonders to satisfy the taste of any visitor If mud-spouting volcanoes and a mountain fire that’s been burning ceaselessly for the last 4,000 years are things you want to tick off your travel bucket list, Azerbaijan is the […]
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Travel News: Top 10 “Game of Thrones” Tours TripAdvisor®, the travel site that helps you find the latest reviews and lowest prices, today announced the top 10 most popular “Game of Thrones” tours throughout the world, based on TripAdvisor attractions booking data, leading into the Season 7 premiere on July 16. In recognition of its […]
Strong Week for Dubai Stocks UAE markets saw a bullish trend this week, ratcheting gains booked by trading companies across five sessions to break the AED21 billion mark, with ADX and DFM indices recording one-month high gains at the end of today’s session, rising 2.46 percent and 1.23 respectively. Across the week, ADX General Index […]
Dubai’s non-oil foreign trade grew 2.7 percent to reach AED327 billion in the first quarter of 2017, compared with the AED318 billion in the same quarter of 2016, according to the data published by Dubai Customs. H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of the Dubai Executive […]
Keeping Your Pet Safe While on Vacation The Big Q’s: Have you planned your Summer vacation yet? You may know when and where you are going, but have you planned how your 4-legged family members will spend their vacation? The Big A’s: Many pet owners choose to take their pets with them, but when beloved […]
President Trump’s Travel Ban Gets a Boost in Federal Court US District Court Judge Derrick Watson cut back the injunction he issued against President Donald Trump’s revised travel ban order. Judge Watson’s move comes after the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals upheld his injunction, but noted portions that blocked The Trump Administration from reviewing vetting […]
Seabourn, the world’s finest ultra-luxury cruise line, will feature new worldwide itineraries for the fall 2018 and winter 2019 seasons. The new program includes 37 unique sailings to hidden harbors, marquee ports and must-see cities accessible only by smaller ships. As always, Seabourn guests can look forward to exceptional personalized service, lavish amenities and unique […]
President Trump Tightens Rules on Americans Traveling to Cuba and More Friday, expect US President Donald Trump to tighten rules on Americans traveling to Cuba and significantly restrict US companies from doing business with Cuban enterprises controlled by the military. President Trump will lay out his new Cuba policy in a speech in Miami that […]
Anglers can take advantage of more Gulf red snapper fishing starting this weekend This Friday, June 16, begins the first weekend of an additional 39-day season for recreational red snapper fishing in Gulf federal waters and changes to the state season. The U.S. Department of Commerce announced these expanded fishing opportunities today, and the Florida […]
US AG Jeff Sessions says, “Trump’s Travel Ban Needed for Security” US Attorney General Jeff Sessions says he disagrees with the US court of appeals decision to keep blocking President Donald Trump’s travel ban. AG Sessions said Monday that the ban is necessary to protect national security. He says the President was within his lawful […]
US Center for Disease Control, Zika Affects 5% of Infected Babies Five percent of women in the US territories who were infected with the Zika virus while pregnant had fetus or babies with defects, including microcephaly, government health data said Thursday. The report by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention covered the US […]
Singapore Airport Opens Canopy Park Singapore Changi Airport, named “World’s Best Airport” for five consecutive years, today unveiled plans to maintain its hold on the prestigious #1 ranking with new attractions for its landmark Jewel Changi Airport (Jewel), located in the heart of the airport. Changi Airport serves close to 60 million passengers from around […]
President Trump Renews Calls for Travel Ban Yes, Enough is Enough, time to get really Tough Mr. President Sunday, President Trump 2X’d down on his call for a travel ban in the wake of 2 murderous attacks in London. After news of the attacks broke, the President urged the federal court system to remove the […]
White House Ignores Newbe French “Bit Player” Macron’s Twisted TV Address Thursday night in Paris: immediately after French President Emmanuel Macron, 39 anni, wrapped an Hussein Obama inspired televised address in which he criticized US President Trump’s decision to pull the US out of the Paris Accord than social media went viral with comments. The […]
US Supreme Court Asked to Revive President Trump’s Muslim Travel Ban Thursday, President Donald Trump’s Administration asked the US Supreme Court to revive his plan to temporarily ban travelers from 6 Muslim-majority nations after it was blocked by lower courts that found it discriminatory. In deciding whether to allow the ban to go into effect, […]
Our Elegant First Lady, Melania Trump, Driving Sales of Luxury Goods US First Lady Melania Trump has reopened style, elegance and luxury world over at the weekend G7 Summit of wealthy nations in Italy. There the First Lady was dressed in the most exclusive haute couture that come from the highest level of 1-off hand […]
Travel in the Treetops – The Travel High Life: Hotels.com sees demand for treehouse hotels rise by almost 30% – Branching Out: New Loved by Guests awards category unveiled to support the treehouse trend – Tip Top Travel: A third of global travelers dream of sleeping among the treetops – Top Trunks Travel: Treehouses more […]
President Trump to “Shred” Hussein Obama’s Cuba Policy US President Donald Trump plans to announce the end of Barack Hussein Obama’s Cuba policy. LTN learned of the plans Sunday, the information was confirmed by the nonpartisan US-Cuba Trade and Economic Council. The Trump Administration has been ‘ready’ since February 2017 to announce changes, but issues […]
Hong Kong Dragon Boat Carnival In Hong Kong, an ancient Chinese festival has become one of the world’s greatest parties — the Hong Kong Dragon Boat Carnival. And every year, boats, beers and cheers draw hundreds of thousands of revellers and spectators to stunning Victoria Harbour. Thousands of the world’s top dragon boat athletes battle […]
Travel News: Ramadan in Dubai Discover the delightful taste of tradition Ramadan is a time of reflection and worship, where Muslims submit to regular prayer and daytime fasting. As the sun sets, the city comes to life as people head to elaborately decorated Ramadan tents to break their fasts with an Iftar buffet (sunset feast) […]
Travel: Essex, Countryside and Coastlines Traveling in the southeastern county of Essex, UK, finding a rich history, varied landscape and family-friendly destinations With the United Kingdom’s longest coastline, oldest recorded town, most islands, longest pleasure pier, largest Norman Castle Keep, smallest town and largest village, the county of Essex is a mixture of quaint facts […]
Vivid Sydney will bathe Sydney in breathtaking colour and a dizzying array of special effects as the world’s largest festival of light, music, and ideas switches on for 23 nights from 6pm tonight, 26 May 2017. Featuring seven light precincts and more than 90 large scale light installations and projections, Vivid Sydney will run bigger, […]
Athletic Resort Destination Life Time Celebrates Opening in Fort Washington Nearly 800 jobs coming to region, including all-star cast of performers to lead exclusive programming at healthy living, healthy aging, healthy destinations in Fort Washington, King of Prussia and Ardmore. Life Time®, the nation’s only Healthy Way of Life lifestyle company and brand, today announced […]
More than 153 years after first opening its doors, one of the oldest hotels east of the Suez, The Galle Face Hotel, will cut the ribbon on a new L’Occitane spa that pays tribute to the property’s glamorous association with Hollywood over the decades. Adorned in a romantic palette of soft textures, alpine and iced […]
Vietnam Travel News: La Siesta Resort and Spa Hoi An A major expansion, refurbishment and rebrand has propelled La Siesta Resort and Spa Hoi An into the elite category of hotels in Hoi An – a UNESCO-listed ancient port famous as one of the most Vietnam’s premier tourist destinations. The property, which is owned and […]
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, today visited Dubai Holding, the global investment holding company, where he announced the launch of ‘Marsa Al Arab’. Marsa Al Arab is a comprehensive tourist destination that aims to elevate family tourism in Dubai, as well as provide supporting […]
Travel News: Exotic Voyages in Oman, India and Japan Exotic Voyages is trading on the success of its seventeenth year of operation by expanding its luxury global portfolio to include three new countries for adventurous travelers: Oman, India and Japan. Designed with privacy and authenticity in mind, the Asia-based luxury travel company is also launching […]
Hotel News: Six Senses Coming to USA Six Senses Hotels Resorts Spas creates places in which to reconnect, in settings of incredible natural beauty together with exceptional guest experiences. whilst being part of the local fabric and culture, Six Senses is very much in tune with the wider world. It offers crafted guest experiences to stimulate, […]
Christie Brinkley: Beverly Hills city of Wellth A Citywide Initiative Highlighting The Luxury Destination’s World-Class Health And Wellness Offerings. Kicking off with an expert panel discussion featuring Supermodel and Actress, Christie Brinkley, the city will offer a host of experiences at hotels, restaurants, and spas throughout the summer. Iconic Supermodel Christie Brinkley, a vegetarian since the […]
Hotel News: Marriott International (NASDAQ: MAR) in Oahu Offering mid-century modern design with island influences, this stylish hotel is a 6-minute walk from Waikiki Beach and 3 miles from Diamond Head hiking area. Airy, colorful rooms have balconies and tropical accents, and feature flat-screen TVs and free Wi-Fi, as well as sitting areas and minifridges. […]
Art News: “HOTEL ART FES” to Be Held at Park Hotel Tokyo Park Hotel Tokyo announced on May 9 that it will hold an art event titled “HOTEL ART FES” for 2 days, on August 5 and 6, 2017. It is designed to embody and have guests experience the hotel’s concept “Infinite time and space […]
Japan’s Luxury Train Takes Travel to New Levels of Opulence The Japanese have taken travel by train to a new level with the recently revealed luxury shiki-shima train suite. Designed by Ken Kiyoyuki Okuyama, the former head of design at Pinninfarina, and the designer behind Ferrari’s Enzo and P4/5, a rider may never want to disembark […]
Travel: Buenos Aires, a Mesmerizing “Melting Pot” The vibrant Argentine capital of Buenos Aires, is a destination where food, dance and football can leave an indelible impression Strolling around the sprawling city of Buenos Aires, you can feel the passion rising from the history-soaked streets, where experiences are as varied as the cultures and traditions that […]
Travel Thailand: Vogue Lounge Bangkok Our Travel Thailand section contains some of best Places to dine and party in Bangkok, and the Vogue Lounge certainly qualifies. The world’s first VOGUE Lounge is a new destination for the highest quality food, classic cocktails and contemporary music. The VOGUE Lounge cuisine is presented in bite-sized servings created by […]
HK Health Department Investigating Imported Case of Zika Virus Infection The Center for Health Protection (CHP) of Hong Kong is investigating an imported case of Zika virus infection, in which a young woman who has been to South American countries got infected, the health department of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) said last […]
Terrorist Alert: US Warns American’s Off of Europe Travel The US State Department issued a travel alert for Europe Monday, saying US citizens should be aware of a continued threat of terrorist attacks throughout the Continent. In the alert, the State Department cited recent incidents in France, Russia, Sweden and the United Kingdom and said […]