African safaris have been around for a long time, and while it has evolved from a purely trading/hunting activity to one that focuses on observing/studying animals and nature in their natural habitat, luxury safaris only really began in the 70s-80s. Its major distinguishing feature was the incorp…
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Four Seasons announces a New Luxury Lifestyle Project: The Four Seasons Yachts
There appears to be something in the water, as luxury hotel brands are flocking to it, with the newest entrant being Four Seasons with its yet-to-be-named yachting service. Earlier this year, Ritz-Carlton unveiled the maiden vessel of its yacht collection, the Evrima, while promising to add two m…
The Top 10 Most Expensive Hotels in the World, 2022
Ever wondered what the most expensive hotels in the world are, how much they cost and whether these costs are commensurate to the services offered? According to a recent survey conducted by Travel Mag, top of the list is a private island resort in Seychelles, followed by luxury lodges in places y…
Top 5 African Destinations to Consider for a Memorable Vacation
Already planning your next vacation but want a destination closer to home? Wondering which African country should make it to your ‘must-visit’ list? Here’s a list of the top African destinations to consider, according to Time’s 2022 Top 50 list of World’s Greatest Places Nairobi, Kenya You probab…
Top Private Safari Lodges to consider for Group Vacations
Travelling in groups can be fun yet exhausting. You have to take care of accommodation, activities to indulge in, transportation and all the other maddening little details that make group vacations fun. Of course, you could enlist the help of a travel concierge company, or you could just consider…
Sky Cruise Hotel wants You to Vacation in the Clouds
Have you ever thought, ‘what would a vacation in the skies look like?’ No? Well, someone apparently because a video of a ‘flying hotel that never lands’ has now surfaced on the internet. Released by Hashem Al-Ghaili, a well-known video producer who specialises in science and tech communication, t…
This Summer, go Glamping in France’s Loire Valley
France’s Loire Valley might be popular for its dry white and sparkling wines, but a new resort in the heart of the forest might just make it a choice vacation spot in the country for other reasons. A one-hour train ride from Paris, Loire Valley Lodges is offering visitors an elevated glamping exp…
Ritz-Carlton Takes its Luxury Accommodation to the Seas. Here are 5 Things to Expect
You have driven to a dozen destinations on your quest to discover new places. You have gone by air to new countries and different continents. Through trains and trams, on foot or even astride an animal, new worlds and cultures have revealed themselves to you in your vast travels. Now, it is defin…
Airbus Brings Down the Curtains on the A380 as it Makes Its Last Delivery
The last Airbus A380 has been delivered to Emirates, effectively commencing the end of the double-decker jumbo jet era. The A380 was first announced in 1990 and it made its flying debut on October 25, 2007, with Singapore Airlines. It was conceptualised to overtake the Boeing 747, but unfortunate…