Holiday 2018

Romance, culture, beautiful beaches and plenty of pow-filled adventure all feature on our pick of the best luxury destinations to visit in February. Whether you’re up for the long-haul or prefer something closer to home our inspiring guide is sure to help shape your travel to do list. Chengdu, South China Best for: culture Since being chosen to feature on the iconic WWF logo over 50 years ago, the giant panda has become synonymous with the animal conservation movement and there is no better place for animal lovers to learn about crucial giant panda conservation work than at the Chengdu Panda Base, located in China’s Sichuan province. Following its foundation by the Chinese government in 1987, the centre has become a global reference point for the conservation of endangered species and you can gain an in-depth understanding of the cutting-edge scientific research being carried out here by visiting the centre’s very own museum experience. The centre also doubles as one … [Read more...] about Best Luxury Holiday Destinations in February 2020 –

Tra Phuong and her friend were having a good time. They swayed to the tune of jazz melodies crooned by a French singer, not put off by the sounds of clinking glasses and exhortations of "zo zo tram phan tram" (Vietnamese for "bottoms up") coming from a nearby table. Phuong came to the bar after her dance lesson at 9 p.m. The marketing and sales professional ordered a glass of beer, then a cocktail and she and her friend enjoyed the live music while making small conversation. At 11:30 p.m., the band stopped playing. The sounds of chitchat and clinking of glasses continued, but these were getting feeble, too. A few minutes later, Phuong and her friend paid their bill and left. All entertainment and other business establishments in the capital city, bars, pubs, restaurants, shops starting winding down close to midnight, when Hanoi police patrols set out, reminding them to shut down, turn off electricity, clear motorbikes off the sidewalk street - a practice aimed at maintaining public … [Read more...] about Don’t stop the clock at midnight, nightlife seekers tell Hanoi

News / Scottish News by Megan McEachern October 4, 2019, 1:09 pm Sign up to our Weekly newsletter The North Coast 500 helped to boost the Scottish economy by more than £22m last year, a new major report has found. The study, conducted by the Moffat Centre for Tourism at Glasgow Caledonian University, found that the North Coast 500 generated more than £22.89million in Gross Value Added (GVA) throughout 2018. The report also found the iconic touring route had created 180 full time equivalent jobs in the North Highlands within the same time period. Also known as the NC500, the 516 mile-long (805km) route has become a highly popular destination with tourists, with a network of roads around the region’s north, east and west coasts. Launched as a tourism concept in 2015, the NC500 report also highlights an additional £13.46million in sales for accommodation, attraction, activity and retail businesses on or near the route in 2018. North Highlands … [Read more...] about North Coast 500 has helped ‘boost Scottish economy by £22m’

HOME » Luxury Travel Destinations » UNITED STATES » A Weekend Guide to Santa Fe, New Mexico Sante Fe, known as “The City Different”, is a wonderful place for the senses. It is both rich in culture, history, and architecture, all set at the foothills of the beautiful Sangre de Cristo Mountains. With over 320 days of sunshine a year, it is the perfect destination to visit during any season! Santa Fe is also the oldest city in New Mexico, and has certainly earned its place as one of the most cultural cities in the U.S. There are numerous museums, galleries, and historic sites to explore, almost all of which offer a fascinating insight into Native American heritage and art. I recently enjoy a weekend getaway here and have compiled my top recommendations to make the most of your time! Enjoy reading all of the best places to eat, sleep, and explore in Santa Fe! Where to stay:  Hotel Santa Fe: The Hacienda & Spa is a sanctuary for the cultural and … [Read more...] about A Weekend Guide to Santa Fe, New Mexico

Valletta, the capital of Malta is a city I have always wanted to go to and when I finally got the chance to visit Malta back in August, I wasn’t disappointed with Valletta. The city is compact, ideal for a city break and is peppered with luxury hotel options ranging from small boutique hotels within the historical city walls to larger resort style properties outside the city walls. The latest luxury hotel option in Valletta is The Barrister, a boutique hotel which was a former lawyers office, just moments away from Republic Square. We were lucky enough to spend a night there enjoying a top floor hot-tub terrace suite. Read our review to discover more about this luxury hotel. Background & Concept This is one of the newest properties to open in Valletta having opened earlier in 2019, the space was a former lawyers office and has been renovated and enhanced to offer a luxury boutique experience right in the heart of Valletta. The hotel was the brainchild of owner Mark (who we … [Read more...] about The Barrister Hotel