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How to Research Your Destination Before Your Trip

November 5, 2019 by Rob Bensh2 Comments

So you’ve chosen your destination, and you’re counting down the days until you leave for your trip. You’re ready for your next step: researching your destination! Although the process may seem daunting at first glance, you have endless resources at your disposal, especially via the internet. Learning more about your destination is not only exciting, but putting in a little time researching ensures that you’ll be well prepared for when you step … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Other · Tagged: Culture, History, Internet, Luxury Travel, Restaurants, Shoestring Budget

Luxury Travel Reinvented

February 6, 2019 by Stefanie Nissen1 Comment

Luxury is no longer a thing of the past. As Samantha Shankman stated “Luxury is in the midst of a metamorphosis. While luxury once meant the most expensive or most well-known product or experience, today it’s become a way of being or moving throughout the world.” Luxury travel, fashion and technology go hand-in-hand and these areas are constantly evolving because our expectations of certain experiences are changing at a more rapid pace. Luxury … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Other · Tagged: Culture, Fashion, Journey, Luxury Travel, Technology, Travel Technology

Sarah Dandashy, Founder Ask A Concierge

February 16, 2018 by DaveLeave a Comment

I first discovered Sarah's Ask a Concierge website when reviewing the list of speakers at the annual Los Angeles Travel and Adventure Show (held every February). I was intrigued by her impressive background including extensive international travel experience especially in Europe and the Middle East. She is a prolific writer, creates entertaining travel videos and is a well-regarded concierge. In 2015 Les Clefs d'Or named her "The World's Most … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Interviews · Tagged: America, Arabic, Art, Bicycle, Culture, Czech Republic, Dancing, Drinking, England, Europe, Georgia, History, Hollywood, Italy, London, Los Angeles, Luxury Travel, Music, New York City, Paris

7 of the Most Luxurious Boltholes around the World

December 24, 2015 by Rob FLeave a Comment

Luxury boltholes are perfect options to have some wonderful experience away from busy and noisy city life. If you want a change of scene and a break from the hustle and bustle atmosphere, consider spending some wonderful moments in some of the following luxurious boltholes around the world and escape your daily life: Water Villas in the Maldives The Maldives is always among one of the most popular luxury travel destinations in the world for … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Architecture, Art, Britain, Culinary travel, Culture, England, France, Garden, History, Luxury Travel, Maldives, Ski Trip, Tuscany, Vineyards

New Hawaiian Airlines Credit Card Launches with Bonus Miles and a Gift for Sustainability

March 11, 2014 by Catherine SweeneyLeave a Comment

Up to $100,000 Total Donation to the Polynesian Voyaging Society For All New Credit Cards Activated Between Today and May 31, 2014 HONOLULU - Hawaiian Airlines® with MasterCard®, Barclaycard US and Bank of Hawaii today announced the official launch of the richly rewarding Hawaiian Airlines World Elite MasterCard® for consumers and the Hawaiian Airlines Business MasterCard for small businesses. In celebration of the new card, new consumer and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Airline, America, Art, Australia, Beijing, China, Culture, Hawaii, Japan, Journey, Korea, Luxury Travel, Markets, New Zealand, North America, Paradise, Tahiti

A New Generation of Travellers

October 15, 2013 by Giorgia PLeave a Comment

Luxury travel is an affair that is no longer the preserve of the few. Indeed, over the last few decades, a new generation of traveller has emerged: one that was has been inquisitive enough to venture beyond the confines of the short-haul package holiday from a young age. With parents placing a greater emphasis on the importance of travel, this passion for exploration has been definitively been passed on to the new generation of traveller, who … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Luxury Travel

The Privileged Pooch

July 11, 2011 by DaveLeave a Comment

The Privileged Pooch by Maggie Espinosa We spend a fair amount of time in the Los Angeles area and when "The Privileged Pooch" came across our desk we jumped at the opportunity to review it. Southern California with its great year round weather is one of the friendliest pet destinations in the country. This book is the essential guide to luxury travel in Southern California with your pet. Long time San Diego resident and travel journalist Maggie … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Guide Books · Tagged: California, Los Angeles, Luxury Travel, Paradise, Restaurants, San Diego, Santa Barbara, Shopping Mall

Travel like you’re in First Class without breaking the Bank

June 3, 2011 by DaveLeave a Comment

Six Luxury Travel Tips From The Experts Who Brought You The "Virtual Visits" iPhone App Want to travel in style but don't have the budget? The free "Virtual Visits" app, from the luxury boutique travel provider Spirit Quest Tours, lets you live the dream from the comfort of your own home, taking you to 26 exotic locales around the world, right from your iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch. The simple, elegant app contains a mix of familiar spots, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Airline, Airport, Amsterdam, Animal Rescue, Canyon, China, Dallas, Drinking, England, Flowers, Greece, iPhone, Jet lag, Journey, Luxury Travel, Machu Picchu, Massage, Mosque, Museum, Music

“The Privileged Pooch” Book Review

May 3, 2011 by DaveLeave a Comment

We spend a fair amount of time in the Los Angeles area and when "The Privileged Pooch" came across our desk we jumped at the opportunity to review it. Southern California with its great year round weather is one of the friendliest pet destinations in the country. This book is the essential guide to luxury travel in Southern California with your pet. Long time San Diego resident and travel journalist Maggie Espinosa reviewed 69 hotels from San … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Los Angeles · Tagged: California, Los Angeles, Luxury Travel, Paradise, Restaurants, San Diego, Santa Barbara, Shopping Mall

TripAlertz is Giving Away a Free Trip to Space

March 16, 2011 by DaveLeave a Comment

TripAlertz is taking one giant leap for mankind by offering Collective Buying for Space Travel BOSTON, MA (March 16, 2011) To celebrate its Grand Launch, TripAlertz, a private, members-only travel site that uses the power of collective buying to deliver guaranteed best prices, is offering the chance to win a Free Epic Journey into Space! You can lift-off with Colonel Rick Searfoss (retired), who is one of only seven astronauts with more than … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Arizona, Beach, Bermuda, Boston, Budget travel, Celebrity, Costa Rica, Cruising, History, Journey, Luxury Travel, Napa Valley, New York City, Orlando, Resort, Spa, Technology, Travel Insurance

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