Luxury Lifestyle

When you visit the  Great Barrier Reef  – one of the most famous  Australian tourist attractions  -there are lots of small islands that will make an ideal place to make your base. Some of the ones that have been best developed for short term tourists are Dunk, Lizard and Orpheus and this makes it much easier to see more of the area as you can spend the night there rather than having to go back to your hotel each night. When you are at the  Great Barrier Reef  there are plenty of things to see and do and you don’t have to spend the whole time in the water although there is plenty to see there. You can go snorkelling and learn about the marine life and it you do this from Orpheus there is a catamaran attached to the island so the trip can be undertaken right away. If you want to go for a walk there are few places nicer than the rain forest. On Dunk Island there are some spectacular sites and if you want to relax the next day then there is a golf cours...

If you want to get a taste of a few places before booking a full holiday there, then there is a  a European tour  that will allow you to spend a few days in a few places. It will be just enough to help you decide if you like the area but not too much to make a return pointless. One European trip is London/Paris/Amsterdam and the time you are there will be a perfect sample of what each City has to offer. Starting out in London you will spend the first day walking around some of the sites including Covent Garden and Soho. If you are lucky you may even have been able to book a show at the West End. You will spend 2 days here and there is plenty to see. If you like culture then there is The British Museum, The National Portrait Gallery and the Science Museum. Big Ben and The Houses of Parliament can be seen and it is possible to go round Buckingham Palace. You can learn all about the people who ended up in the Tower of London and each night there will be plenty of places to ...

If you want to have an ideal base to see all that Beijing has to offer then one of the best places to stay will be the Novotel as it is situated in the middle of the Wangfujing shopping area and the large entertainment centre. From this luxury hotel you will be able to visit the Forbidden City and  Tian'anmen  Square before returning tired and happy to the hotel in order to eat or relax in the bars. There are plenty of restaurants near to the hotel but the food has such a good reputation and as there are 4 different restaurants, it will make sense to eat here. The Novotel has 700 rooms and 31 suites and there are four different grades, Standard, Superior, Exceptional and Premier. This is the range expected from luxury hotels. Standard Room – this has either a King sized bed or 2 singles and is of course en-suite. There is an area to work in case you are here on business and also a TV, internet, safe, drink making machine and hairdryer, air conditioning, smoke alarm...

Regardless of whether or not you want to be active there is going to be something special for you are Anse Chastanet. It is a beautiful 600 acre resort that will give you an ideal opportunity to relax on one of the two beaches As with many  luxury holidays  there is going to be the chance to partake in activities that you may not have tried before. Most water sports will be free but if you want to take advantage of the many activities at the spa there will be a cost. For a nature lover there is everything that you could wish for as the walks are amazing and there are plenty of unusual birds to watch. If you decide to go for a bike ride there will be a cost but it will mean that you get to see some beautiful tropical sites. All 49 rooms are different and come complete with a much needed fan, a fridge and drink making machine and minibar. They are of course en suite. There are a variety of levels of accommodation and while you may be enjoying a lot of the great outdoor...

The Four Seasons Resort is set on the Big Island it is on the Kona-Kohala coast and is a prime example of a  luxury hotel  in the area. One of the reasons that so many people love this hotel is because of the fresh seafood that is serve each day, but visitors will soon realise that it is so much more than a great menu. Wherever you are in the hotel you will have an excellent view and the rooms are all carefully decorated to make sure that you have the most comfortable stay possible. The rooms are set on different levels and if you choose to be on one of the lower levels you will be able to take advantage of the garden and lava rock shower. To make sure that you really do manage to unwind and enjoy your stay there is a maid service leaving you free to do just what you want. When it comes to doing what you enjoy then you get a good choice of activities as you can play golf or tennis, spend time in the sea snorkelling or really unwind and pamper yourself in the spa. W...

With Africa being a popular holiday destination now there are many countries that are gearing up to receive all the visitors that are looking for  travel and leisure.  Malawi seems to have earned a reputation for being a friendly country and when advertising it many travel agents refer to it as “The warm heart of Africa”. Set at the tip of the Great Rift Valley Malawi has a lot to offer and there will be something for everyone to enjoy. There is some beautiful scenery and areas such as the Zomba Plateau are renowned for being the place to go if you enjoy bird watching. The area is ideal for walking trips and is a safe place to go. If you choose to stay in this area then the Ku Chawe Inn is an ideal location as you are also close to the old colonial houses that were set up alongside the tea plantations. For a more energetic holiday you can make the most of the beautiful waters around Malawi and stay on Likoma Island where you can get the best of both worlds by either re...

When you book to stay in the wealthiest part of India you are going to have a wonderful holiday and spend a few weeks relaxing and recharging your batteries. There is going to be plenty for you to do regardless of whether you want to go sight-seeing or relaxing. You will find that the Portuguese and Indian cultures work well side by side and that reflects just as much in the cuisine as it does the way of life. You can have the best of the Portuguese love of music and the smell of their food, mixed with the warmth of the Indian weather and a combined love of the laid back way of life. Most visitors wish to be on the beach and as the weather is so good you can choose nearly any time of year and be sure to get a tan. It does not have to be all days by the beach and hanging around the luxury resorts as there are a number of trips that are organised to allow you to get the most out of the holiday. If you want to visit the jungle then there is a great jungle experience waiting ...

There are several cities around the world surrounded by water but which little or no effort is made towards investment in ocean transportation. There is the need to look at what transportation will the masses pay the least amount?  What transportation has the accident severity rate and accident frequency rate? TRAVEL TRANSPORTATION COST Comparing travel transportation cost, air transportation is the most expensive, followed by road transportation and the least is water transportation. TRAVEL TRANSPORTATION ACCIDENT SEVERITY RATE From incident reports, air transportation has the highest severity rate as there is little or no chance for survival if a plane has problem on air.  The impact of the plane due to its speed and distance from ground makes survival near impossible.  Human beings are not made to fly, so, it is not possible to jump down from a problematic plane on air.  Road transportation is next, however, there is survival chance, as people can be...

If you want a truly amazing holiday for your child then a   luxury holiday  to Lapland is just what is needed. Adults will love the snow covered land and children will love meeting Santa Claus. There is a great deal to do during the day and then the nights can be spent in a beautiful hotel or log cabin. Most travel agencies will advice going for about 4 or 5 days as any longer will mean that children get tired and can miss out towards the end of the trip. Levi is an ideal place to stay as it is a  ski resort  and the adults and children alike can enjoy skiing, husky rides and trips to see the reindeers undertaken on snowmobiles.  As you approach the forest you will become aware of a very special person living there and that is Santa himself. Although the weather is very cold a log cabin is going to keep you warm. The semi detached cabin can be modern or designed in the old Lappish way.  There are at least 2 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, saun...

It will be hard to decide what you are going to notice first when you arrive at Pelican Hill. It could be the astounding architecture that is reminiscent of Andrea Palladio and his 16 th  Century work, the wonderful weather or the views that you will get of the Pacific Ocean. There are a few choices when it comes to accommodation and your travel agent will advise you can have a room or suite. The Bungalows have a terrace that looks out onto the ocean, and you can relax in the marble bath at the end of each day. In case you plan to explore the area, you will have your own parking space so don’t have to be far from your car. If you want to go the whole way and have the  luxury holiday  of a lifetime, then you could rent a villa and choose from 2, 3 or 4 bedrooms. Not only do you get a much larger place to stay but there is a butler and other staff waiting to look after you. On top of that there is a pool and club house so you can get to know the other people staying...

At o ne time it will have only been the very rich who would have been able to afford a safari, but nowadays they are more readily available to a wider section of society. While they are still luxury holidays there are more people going on them and more options opening up. For a short break there is the option of a flying safari. A travel agent will have all the details of everything that is available but there is one that allows you to see parts  of Southern   Tanzania In  a way that most people will never see it. Some of the most amazing animals can be seen at Selous – this is the biggest protected wildlife reserve  in Africa   and you can view them either by jeep or boat. Now there is a new way to visit and that is by plane.  To make sure that the safari is as exciting as possible, you will sleep in a domed tent and you cannot get much closer to the animals than this. This will not be the ideal safari for someone who has never been on one before, ...

Think of Hong Kong and you can think of a number of things. Firstly there will be the sky scrapers that are a vital part of the economy. Next there is likely to be the markets with dozens of food stalls and shops that can provide you with anything from a watch to a custom made suit and finally there will be the luxurious places to stay and visit. If you go to Kowloon you can spend your days wandering around the markets, but for the real luxury you will need to go to Hong Kong Island. There you can stay in amazing luxury hotels and eat at Michelin star restaurants. There is plenty to see while you were there and depending on which month you visit, you could be lucky enough to see a special festival. In February there is the Chinese New Year and the Dragon Boat Race in June, and if you decide to go in August there is the Hungary Ghost Festival. In Hong Kong you will find luxury travel taken to the extreme. With thousands of years of history you will find traces of the historica...

At one time most people would have equated Vietnam with war and destruction but since the war ended, the country has been partially rebuilt and become popular for international travel. When you add this to the beautiful scenery that never went away, it is an ideal place to have a luxury holiday. One of the most popular places to visit is the Seahorse Resort and it will be perfect for views of the sea and the chance to sit out and enjoy a beautiful beach. While there is so much to do outdoors, there is going to be just as much to entertain you indoors and luxury travel has never been as much fun. There are 101 rooms and all of them are fully equipped with air conditioning and after a long day out in the sun you will be glad of that. There is a television, indoors and in most cases, a bathroom outdoor. To start or end the day, you will be able to sit out on wither a beach or balcony. All rooms are designed in a traditional Vietnamese way and will give you a great view of differ...

For a luxury holiday, you will have a great time when you visit Velassaru. This is a beautiful and modern resort that caters for those who want to be spoiled and have a great sense of style and want somewhere that will cater for that. You are going to be staying in a wonderful room that has been elegantly designed, an amazing beach that you will not want to leave and a great choice of excellent places to eat. The pool faces out towards the ocean and when you eat you can either be among the other guests or book somewhere a little more secluded to allow you a little more time for yourselves. The food that is on offer  is Mediterranean   Japanese, or a grill that is looking out onto the ocean and provides you with fresh curries. With 5 restaurants and 2 bars you will find something to suit you each day and night. The accommodation is built from stone, thatch and teak while the colours that are added, blues, yellows and greens all add to the ambience. This secluded locatio...

Not all luxury hotels have to be extravagant in design and if you want to visit the area around Holetown then  the Discovery Bay on  St James Beach will be an ideal place to stay. With an all-inclusive deal you will know that once you arrive all the money you have taken can be spent on treats for yourself and not on essentials such as food. If you want to just book a room this is also possible. Travel agencies will be able to give you all the information you need. If you want to wander around the area you can spend your time either soaking up the rays as you stroll along the beach, or enjoy the environment of the landscaped gardens. If you want to cool down you have the choice to do this in the sea or the swimming pool. The place is so peaceful and you can easily combine travel and leisure. There are 88 rooms at the hotel and all of them have air conditioning -  a must most of the time – a TV, fridge, drink making facilities, telephone and you will have a balcon...

Dubai, Part 2   Day 3 No guided tour but I woke up early so I can eat breakfast at the earliest time and be off to explore the city. I set out to the downtown area. Though the malls opened at 10 am, I wanted to visit the attractions early. I  wasn't  in much of a hurry so I strolled the streets until it was time to head to Dubai Mall. It was quite impressive. I got lost a couple of times inside the mall. You can’t really fault me as this is the largest mall in the world! I figured since it was right by the Burj Khalifah, I just had to visit the world’s tallest building, too. The views from the view deck were amazing but I wish the deck was at the topmost floor. That would have been perfect! By evening, my tour group reunited for a beautiful Dhow Cruise dinner along Dubai Creek. The river was really beautiful. The shows were also fantastic. At the end of the cruise, I was full – from the food and music.   Day 4 We went  to Abu   Dhabi For ...

Dubai, Part 1   The Middle  East Has  always held fascination with me ever since I was a child, listening wide eyed to the stories featured in  One Thousand and One Nights . I don’t even know for certain  if Dubai  was ever mentioned but it was the very first place in  the Middle  East that I had set out to visit. As a woman traveling alone, I know it would be hard to go anywhere in the rest of the UAE  but Dubai is  friendly to most travelers. Grabbing the first chance I got, I planned my vacation  to Dubai   I figured that it would take me at least 2 weeks to really enjoy the city but since I also wanted to visit other places,  I'd  cut the trip by half. The best deals I found in a website selling vacation packages that included tours and hotel stays for 5 nights and 6 days.   Day 1 The long-haul flight was tiresome but I quickly forgot about it the moment I had a glimpse of the beauty  of Du...

A few months after I went  to Dubai   I was ready for The Philippines. My parents had visited the country and only had high praises so I decided to visit it myself.   Manila And  Surrounding Cities I stayed 5-star The Peninsula Manila and was definitely awed by their amazing service and the fantastic fountains. Not sure what my parents had so raved  about Manila but  the traffic jams kinda made the trip unimpressive. I was stuck in traffic for an hour or so trying to reach the Mall of Asia from my hotel. But once in the mall, I forgot about my frustrations as I got lost in the many boutiques and shops that I almost hit the limit on my credit card that very day. I  didn't  really have a fixed itinerary so I was thankful that there was a travel agency in the mall. The guy recommended tours to Boracay  and Palawan so  I took them but I also got a last tour to Ifugao because I like the poster of the rice terraces they had. ...