Billionaire Darwin Deason lets Forbes on to his 205-foot megayacht. This $70 million-dollar luxury yacht, Apogee, can be chartered for a mere $400,000 per week… plus fees. Complete with a lounge designed after the Hôtel de Paris in Monte Carlo ...[...]
Posts Tagged ‘Cruises & Boat Travel’
May 14th, 2013 - 11:04 am § in Destinations
8 sensational luxury cruises
Experience the ultimate luxury on the high seas; from floating boutique hotels to the feeling of owning your own private yacht. Choose from unusual exotic itineraries, see some of Europe’s gems or discover the rugged beauty of the Hebridean Islan...[...]
The super-yacht, the Sofitel and mad, mad Macau
Well, my arrival into Macau, on a racing yacht from Hong Kong, had set the weekend bar at a rather high level. One of the first boats over the finish line, we had plenty of time to glide up into the Macau marina (situated adjacent to one of the 34 ‘I...[...]
Top 5 destinations when chartering a superyacht in the Mediterranean
The West Mediterranean is the place in Europe to charter a superyacht during the Summer months. There are many different destinations to head to from May through to September, each with their own unique appeal and where you can enjoy a life of luxury....[...]
May 2nd, 2013 - 8:45 am § in Destinations, Hotels Reviews and Deals
Top 5 secret London concierge tips
These tips are from Jose Pauco, Head Concierge at the luxury Milestone Hotel and a member of the Golden Keys. As well as being a 5 star hotel concierge, Jose is also a proud Londoner who writes his own newsletter about things to do in the city which ...[...]
April 30th, 2013 - 4:44 pm § in Destinations, Oceania Travel Blogs
Auckland wins prestigious international cruise award
Auckland has been named Best Turnaround Destination by the world’s leading cruise line executives, capping off a record cruise season. The award from Britain’s Cruise Insight magazine is based on a survey of industry leaders and ranks Auckland as t...[...]
April 20th, 2013 - 4:30 am § in Destinations, Greece travel blogs
3 luxury Greek itineraries you really should try
Greece is one of the most popular destinations to enjoy the sea, the sun and the unique Summer light. For the rising connoisseur travelers looking for more pure experiences and authentic luxury we recommend the following designed itineraries in some of...[...]
April 7th, 2013 - 6:57 pm § in Destinations, Hotels Reviews and Deals, United Arab Emirates travel blogs
Extraordinary cruises part 1: cruising the Arabian Gulf
The Queen Mary II called on Abu Dhabi for the first time in March. Dubai is moving again at warp speed to entice and enthral travelers with new hotels and experiences. Other ports in the Middle East are a little iffy at this time and pirates are still ...[...]
April 5th, 2013 - 5:08 pm § in Africa Travel Blogs, Argentina travel blogs, Asia Travel Blogs, Brazil travel blogs, Destinations, Hotels Reviews and Deals, India travel blogs
6 of the best luxury hotels at the world’s most iconic locations
There are certain sites in the world which many of us would count as ‘must see’ travel highlights. For some of these iconic spots there are nearby places to stay which really do have the best positions imaginable. Staying in such top luxury propert...[...]
March 28th, 2013 - 7:03 am § in Argentina travel blogs, Brazil travel blogs, Chile travel blogs, Colombia travel blogs, Destinations
Top 10 places in South America to visit this Easter
South America is very proud of its Roman Catholic heritage and traditions, and none more so than the present with the recent appointment of the first South American Pope, Pope Francis. If you are deliberating on where to go in South America this Easter...[...]