The pursuit of pleasure: a buyer’s guide to Europe’s most luxurious ski chalets in 2020
The concept of a luxury chalet hadn’t evolved when I started out in the ski holiday business 25 years ago. Back then, a luxury ski chalet was one that had…
Top 10 animals to spot in Costa Rica
Costa Rica is bursting with nature and beauty – in fact it’s one of the most biodiverse corners of the globe. The small country in Central America is undoubtedly one…
France
Large-scale strike action across France began on 5 December and may continue for some time. Expect demonstrations and significant disruption to public transport, train, air and other public services. Avoid…
Mozambique
We've reviewed our travel advice for Mozambique and have added new information on safety. There is a kidnapping risk in parts of Mozambique.We haven't changed our level of advice: Exercise…
Bolivia
While political and social tensions continue, the situation in Bolivia is now relatively calm. Accordingly, we have lowered our level of advice to exercise a high degree of caution. Large-scale…
Luxury travel treats: Farpoint Wheels 65, the PLIQO, Helly Hansen jacket and more
Whether you’re a backpacker or a business traveller, there’s something for you in our latest round-up of ‘luxury travel treats’. In this edition, we have some really versatile luggage –…
Photograph of the week: Volcanic crater, White Island, New Zealand
If staring into a red-hot bubbling abyss sounds like the adventure getaway of your dreams, look no further than White Island, New Zealand. Often referred to as the world’s most…
Top 10 luxury hotel spas in Australia
Travelling all the way to Australia can be a big undertaking, especially if you’re coming from the other side of the world. If you think that you’ll need some time…
Luxury travel news this week
Here’s a round-up of luxury travel stories that have caught the eye this week. To make sure you receive these new weekly alerts in your web browser, please click on…
Bawah Reserve – a hidden treasure for luxury travelers in the Anambas Archipielago
Located in one of the remote Indonesian archipelagos that escapes Google Maps, is the remote eco-chic resort Bawah Reserve. A complex of safari-style villas that was born to protect the…