The Ship Holland America Line’s Nieuw Amsterdam The Cruise From Venice to Barcelona. What’s it like? VENICE is showing off tonight as we sail down the Grand Canal peering at twinkling chandeliers through windows of expensive hotels and Michelin-starred restaurants while gondoliers serenade tourists. Our sleek ship, Holland America Line’s Nieuw Amsterdam is taking her […]
Chicago sits on the south-eastern corner of Lake Michigan, with a shoreline of 42kms and a swag of white sand beaches which provide a striking contrast to the blue, blue water of the lake. The city was redesigned after being destroyed in the Great Chicago Fire in 1871 (caused by a cow apparently), and […]
VOMO Island Resort reopened its doors in March 2015 following an extensive renovation to build on its world-class reputation. All Hillside and Beachfront Villas received a total makeover to bathrooms and bedrooms featuring chic handcrafted furnishings made exclusively for the resort, with bespoke daybeds, coff ee tables, mirror frames, cabana and new decks for the […]
This newcomer has burst onto the Queenstown dining scene in a big way, with its vibrant, artistic interiors almost as pretty as the surreal lake and mountain views outside. The cocktails are as cool as the menu is hot, with the cuisine termed ‘Polynasian’ – a delicious union of Asian and Pacific flavours. The entrees […]
Cocoa Island by COMO, Maldives Cocoa Island by COMO is an intimate private Maldives island resort with 33 overwater suites allowing you to slip right into the turquoise lagoon to explore an exceptional house reef. Encircled with powder white sand, the carefree, understated luxury experience includes holistic wellness treatments at COMO Shambhala Retreat, South Indian-influenced […]
David Beckham Introduces Instinct Gold Edition In 2015, David Beckham once again proves that anything is possible. 10 years, and 10 million bottles later, he proudly launches Instinct Gold Edition. This limited edition fragrance reinvents the best-selling Instinct scent, capturing the elegance, style and modern masculinity that is synonymous with David himself. The Instinct story […]
Avalon Waterways has launched its newest Suite Ship on the banks of the Seine outside Paris, bringing new levels of space and comfort to the rivers of France. Avalon Tapestry II was christened yesterday by best-selling US author Diana Gabaldon at the picturesque village of Les Andelys, marking the debut of Avalon’s successful Suite […]
Shop for Mum for Mother’s Day Introducing you to two new additions to the Escape Collection – the oversized Cityscape and compact Flying Solo. Gorgeous additions to any winter wardrobe. STATE OF ESCAPE has expanded its coveted Escape Collection with the introduction of two new styles, the Flying Solo and Cityscape. The original, universal Escape […]
True South Culinary Series With Fine Malborough Wines From Loveblock The Rees Hotel’s very popular Culinary Series goes from strength to strength with the next Series a delicious marriage between True South Dining Room, the Rees Hotel’s fine dining venue, and fine Marlborough Wines from Loveblock. On Friday 17 April, 2015, indulge in a five-course […]
The Langham, Hong Kong unveils its latest addition of stylish signature suites that heightens its new era of luxury. “We are proud to introduce two new signature suites, the Penthouse Suite and Director Suite. Only one of each kind, these suites provide luxury at its finest,” said the hotel’s Managing Director, Bob van den […]
The Pumphouse Pumphouse Point Tasmanian Wilderness Retreat on the shores of Lake St Claire in Tasmania, is front and centre on our radar for its clever design marrying history, location and architecture in a striking way. The property has taken the Lake St Claire Pumphouse, built in the 1920s, and revived it, with the five […]
The first ascent of the Matterhorn took place on 14 July 1865 and Switzerland Tourism has announced that travellers to Zermatt in July this year will be in for a treat as celebrations will be in full swing with many activities taking place throughout July and August. Director or Switzerland Tourism, Mark Wettstein, says Zermatt […]