Archive for the ‘United Arab Emirates’ Category

January 30th, 2012 - 10:03 am § in Destinations, Hotels Reviews and Deals, Malaysia, Spain, United Arab Emirates

Top 10 new luxury hotels for 2012

Jumeirah Vittaveli, Maldives Having opened in December 2011 Jumeirah Vittaveli is already gathering outstanding reviews and it’s little wonder with the Beach Villa lead-in room types spanning an interior of a whopping 184 sq m. It’s space, comfort and luxury all the way as each villa comes with it[...]

January 23rd, 2012 - 7:04 am § in Argentina, Australia, Destinations, Hotels Reviews and Deals, Indonesia, Japan, Spain, Thailand, United Arab Emirates

The top 25 luxury hotels in the world

Tripadvisor has once again published its Travellers’ Choice awards – this time for 2012.   The top 25 hotels in the worldwide luxury category are as follows: 1. Shangri-La Hotel, Tokyo – Chiyoda, Japan 2. Hotel Imperial Vienna – Vienna, Austria 3. Hotel Palacio de la Magdale[...]

January 19th, 2012 - 6:59 pm § in Destinations, Thailand, Turkey, United Arab Emirates

World Travel Awards – The Grand Final

Doha in Qatar was host of the Grand Final of the 2011 World Travel Awards last week, which saw the best of the best throughout the world of travel awarded for their services to the industry.  The Wall Street Journal recently dubbed the awards as the ‘Oscars of the Travel Industry’, and it’s not [...]

January 5th, 2012 - 4:26 pm § in Destinations, Events, United Arab Emirates

Test cricket comes to the Middle East

For the first time ever, the Middle East is to play host to an official ICC ranking Test series – and what’s more, it involves England who lock horns with Pakistan in the first Test beginning on 17th January 2012. So, if you’re planning to enjoy the average 24 degree temperatures of Dubai or Abu[...]

December 13th, 2011 - 7:13 pm § in Destinations, Greece, Thailand, United Arab Emirates

The 5 most luxurious family friendly holiday resorts

When planning a luxury holiday for the family, one of the key things parents want to know is how well the destination resort caters for children and teenagers. A 5 star hotel in a peaceful, tranquil and sun soaked destination may be the minimum requirement for adults, however, that much needed peace[...]

November 24th, 2011 - 6:48 pm § in Destinations, United Arab Emirates

Top travel tips for 5 fantastic honeymoon destinations

Maldives Much has been said about the beauty of the Maldives and it’s true that by air, the islands offer a truly dramatic sight, so if you can, choose a seaplane transfer to get the most impressive views. An underwater camera is also recommended as you really shouldn’t pass up the chance to go sn[...]

November 24th, 2011 - 6:48 pm § in Destinations, United Arab Emirates

Top travel tips for 5 fantastic honeymoon destinations

Maldives Much has been said about the beauty of the Maldives and it’s true that by air, the islands offer a truly dramatic sight, so if you can, choose a seaplane transfer to get the most impressive views. An underwater camera is also recommended as you really shouldn’t pass up the chance to go sn[...]

November 2nd, 2011 - 4:16 pm § in Destinations, Hotels Reviews and Deals, United Arab Emirates

Abu Dhabi: not what you think it is

OK, well maybe it is a little. There is desert, there are camels, and the locals do wear dish-dashes.  But to say Abu Dhabi is developing as luxury holiday destination is something of an understatement. Gradually, the make-up of the landscape of Abu Dhabi is evolving into a cosmopolitan, dynamic r[...]

September 5th, 2011 - 10:25 am § in Destinations, Greece, Hotels Reviews and Deals, United Arab Emirates

Luxury travel with the kids in tow

Well, after ten months away from my desk on maternity leave I have returned to work a changed woman. Well, changed in the way I am now looking at holidays that is. As a new Mum, my focus has moved away from the romantic island getaways I have previously favoured to something firmly focused on family[...]

August 30th, 2011 - 8:51 am § in Destinations, Thailand, Turkey, United Arab Emirates

Top 10 most luxurious stag destinations

Whether you want a calm and upscale stag holiday or a more rambunctious occasion where the drinks flow freely, you can find whatever you are looking for at some of the best stag destinations around the world. From Asia to Europe, there are countless attractions, bars, and nightclubs to entertain you[...]