luxury

On my recent trip to Kenya, I was able to spend some time at Hemingways Ol Seki Mara Camp. This luxury tent camp is located on the Naboisho Conservancy, a couple hours north of the Massai Mara. As we flew into the Ol Seki air strip all I could see …

I’ve ridden several trains in my day and usually they have been close to nature.  I love the landscape, the vast wilderness, rivers, endless waterfalls and small towns going by as the locals wave hello.  I can’t think of a finer place for train travel than the Canadian Rockies! I …

When I hear the name Orient-Express, I think of the fabled Venice-Simplon Orient-Express: offering fine dining and vintage cabins complemented by ever-changing panoramas.  Today those same two evocative words include an elite collection of enriching experiences.  The Orient-Express collection embraces iconic hotels, great train journeys, river cruises, inclusive vacations and …

Tucked into a corner of Lake Wakatipu is the luxury lodge of Blanket Bay; full of charm and luxury, and surrounded by snow capped peaks and a pristine lake shore. There is a peacefulness that energizes your soul and takes your breath away.  You can fill your days with adventures …

After a long flight from the US, we landed in Frankfurt to spend a couple of nights before our scheduled travel plans. We chose to stay at Villa Kennedy, which opened in 2006. It was originally the home of a wealthy banking family. Frankfurt is the financial capital of continental Europe, so …

Serian Camp is the bush home of Alex Walker, a filmmaker and a guide in the Masai Mara. This exclusive camp sits along a secluded valley of the Mara River. In the shade of the walburgia trees, the private luxury tents view the water in a tranquil setting. The Masai Mara has a wealth of wildlife and …

Everyone may know that Vail Resorts offer world class skiing, but one of the special secrets of Vail is the Vail Cascade Resort and Spa. Not only do they offer a family friendly ski in-ski out location, but they also boast a 10,000 square foot spa with state of the art …

If you want luxury with an unusual flair, spend a week or weekend at the Rosewood Mayakoba. Travel in wooden boats from room to room in the manmade lagoons. Also enjoy an intoxicating spa treatment, horseback riding, yoga or any of the water sports. With the azure blue of the Caribbean …

A new luxury tented camp is opening in Thailand called Elephant Hills. With the style of the African camps in mind, it offers the flavor of the Thai tropical forest atmosphere.

The Lodge at Kauri Cliffs has been named to the 2011 gold list of Conde Nast Traveler. This beautiful oceanfront plantation style property has all that you would imagine, including subtle colors and patterns to make you feel at home in the country. Located in the Northland region of New …