Falling in love with Langkawi, Malaysia
Falling in love with Langkawi, Malaysia Just a short flight from Kuala Lumpur, Langkawi is a hive of 99 islands that are separated from mainland Malaysia by the Straits of Malacca. Best of all, they’re duty free! Once a haven for pirates, Langkawi is now a popular holiday destination, rich with interior jungle and fringed by pretty beaches scattered along the coast. What can... Read More
Anguilla - a standout Caribbean destination
Anguilla - a standout Caribbean destination Anguilla (Spanish for eel) became a standout Caribbean destination for Concierge Business Travel Advisor Clayton. Columbus noted and named this sandy isle in 1493 due to its length at 26km and narrow width of only 5km in certain points. Initially Anguilla’s economy was driven by its salt producing ponds, nowadays as a British... Read More
Northern Italian delights
Northern Italian delights When you’ve slurped your way through Tuscany’s wine country and taken an album full of photos in Rome’s Colosseum, the lesser-known delights of Italy’s Veneto region are calling. This area in the northeast corner of Italy is a food and wine lover’s dream, offering exciting holiday opportunities for everyone. From the towering Dolomites and the... Read More
Travelling in Thailand: Luxury in Southeast Asia
Travelling in Thailand: Luxury in Southeast Asia From sampling the finest, freshest, sweetest coconuts in the world to seeing the jungle on the back of an elephant, there’s something in Thailand to satisfy all ages and holiday desires. If you’re thinking of packing your bags for a luxury holiday in Thailand, here are few points to set your thoughts buzzing like Bangkok. Orient... Read More
Spicers - Winning Bounty
Spicers - Winning Bounty The success of the Spicers Group is the result of a brilliant team effort. Spicers retreats and restaurants, as well as its personnel, have attracted an increasing haul of awards throughout the past few years. Each retreat is boutique in terms of room numbers but expansive in benefits and beautiful locations. The keenest fans of these retreats, according... Read More
Legendary Breaks for Surf Lovers
Legendary Breaks for Surf Lovers For decades Echo Beach near Canggu in Bali has been a mecca for surfers. Now the place has assumed a fresh mantle of sophistication. Close to the beach, down a bamboo-lined laneway, Ametis Villa, lures travellers to a thrilling fate. Surfers of a generation ago have rediscovered a favourite haunt now offers gentle, butler-serviced living. Fourteen... Read More
St Barts: Shopping and yachting in the glamorous Caribbean
St Bart’s: Shopping and yachting in the glamorous Caribbean It’s no secret that St Bart’s (short for Saint-Barthélemy) in the French West Indies is one of the most attractive holiday destinations in the Caribbean. The rich and famous flock here to take advantage of all that the Caribbean‘s most elite and luxurious island has to offer, and so can you. You’ll... Read More
Diving, dining and climbing in the Dominican Republic
Diving, dining and climbing in the Dominican Republic The Dominican Republic might offer many resort holiday opportunities in the exciting Spanish New World, but it’s the ideal place to get away from the crowds too. No one could blame you for wanting a luxurious holiday in the Dominican Republic, including a visit to some of the oldest historical buildings, beautiful beaches and... Read More
Top 10 places to be for Christmas and New Years Eve
Top 10 places to be for Christmas and New Years Eve 1. PARIS - HOTEL PLAZA ATHENEE Enjoy a Parisian stay with your child in a stylish room opening onto the Avenue Montaigne, lined with magnificent chestnut trees or a side view of the Eiffel Tower. Our festive package: 2 NIGHTS IN A DELUXE ROOM WITH UPGRADE UPON AVAILABILITY • CHILD’S BREAKFAST DAILY AND SURPRISE GIFT UPON... Read More
The benefits of France in a European winter
The benefits of France in a European winter Winter time can evoke feelings of despair from sun-worshippers. For others, though, travelling in winter can make for some of the best holiday experiences. France – with its gourmet food and wine, exceptional spas and hotels combined with all the culture you can handle – is a great European winter destination. GourmetSki in Morzine If... Read More
