Holiday 2018

With an abundance of stylish resorts and picture-postcard views, the Maldives is one of the world’s leading luxury beach destinations. Comprised of over 1,000 stunning coral islands, it is no surprise that the country boasts some of the world’s most spectacular beaches. Our personal favourites include Fulhadhoo’s beach, known for its breathtaking blue lagoons and coral reefs, which are perfect for snorkelling. One of its lagoons has even formed into a natural paddling pool, making it a perfect location for families. Dighurah’s beach is also a must-see due to its stunning palm trees and the clarity of the water – keep your eyes peeled for flying fish and dolphins emerging from the crests of waves. As an island nation it is only logical that the fishing industry is the country’s lifeblood and you can take in all the action at the vibrant Malé fish market, where hundreds of fishermen bring in the daily catch, including yellow fin tuna, barracudas … [Read more...] about Best Luxury Holiday Destinations in February 2020 –

The sounds of police sirens and loudspeakers startled Elle Moore a few minutes before midnight. She was scared she would be punished for drinking beer on the streets and rushed back to her hotel in the Old Quarter. The Irish native could not help but think that if she were in Dublin at this time, she would be heading out to some bar. … [Read more...] about Don’t stop the clock at midnight, nightlife seekers tell Hanoi

David Whiteford, chair of the North Highland Initiative, said: ‘From the very beginning, the North Highland Initiative’s aim in creating the North Coast 500 was to market the North Highland area’s wonderful tourism offerings in a way that would stimulate economic growth. … [Read more...] about North Coast 500 has helped ‘boost Scottish economy by £22m’

For those looking for the ultimate dining experience, Hotel Santa Fe’s Amaya Restaurant offers a unique private dinner option in a traditional teepee. These are available seasonally, from Memorial Day – Labor Day, and are perfect for 2-4 guests. This is family-style dining at its best, in a fun and adventurous way. You can get comfortable with traditional hides and blankets inside while enjoying native cuisine. This is something I’ve never seen before in a hotel! … [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. … [Read more...] about The Barrister Hotel