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
Mayan Riviera (more than just Cancun)
Mayan Riviera (more than just Cancun) Situated on the eastern part of the Yucatan Peninsula, the tropical destination of the Mayan Riviera covers more than 90 miles and will keep beach lovers as occupied as history buffs. From Mayan ruins and amazing Mexican food to a host of activities and amenities, there’s more to the Mayan Riviera than just Cancun in Mexico. Rent a luxury... Read More
Five reasons why you should go to Brazil
Five reasons why you should go to Brazil Aside from the upcoming World Cup in 2014 and the Summer Olympic Games in 2016, there are many reasons why you should be planning a holiday to Brazil in the near future. With stunning beaches, waterfalls, buzzing cities and a nightlife and food to die for, Brazil is everything in one place. Here are our top five reasons why you should go... Read More
Where to stay in Bali with a group
Where to stay in Bali with a group A visit to the Island of Gods is bound to be blissful no matter how you do it. But if you’re looking to holiday in Bali with a group, hiring a villa is definitely the best way to go. From rolling mountains to emerald rice paddies to sparkling seas, there are lots of great locations in which to hire a villa in Bali, so all you need to do before... 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
Get back to ‘natural’ in southern India
Get back to ‘natural’ in southern India Whether you’re on safari in the wilds of Mudumalai National Park, trekking with the pilgrims in Madurai, riding a train through the scenic tea plantations in Ootacamund or snapping a million photos of the colonial mish-mash that is colourful Kochi, southern India is a lush and tropical paradise just waiting to delight. Let’s take a... Read More
Having a whale of a time in Tonga
Having a whale of a time in Tonga Tonga is “the land where time begins” – a quietly paced and eclectic country that sees ancient traditions sitting happily alongside tourism and modern technology. Situated in the Pacific Ocean between Tahiti and Fiji, the Kingdom of Tonga consists of 171 beautiful islands in four distinct groups. Known for having some of the best snorkelling... 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
Ecuador delights: magic in the middle of the world
Ecuador delights: magic in the middle of the world Ecuador is said to reflect the whole of South America in one country. An impossible amount of mountainous landscapes, impressive Inca ruins, colonial cities, miles of emerald Amazon rainforest and palm-fringed beaches await when you pack your holiday bags for the middle of the world. Go turtle spotting in the Galapagos The Galapagos... 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
