Mar 1st, 2013 at 1:00PM: I was lying in a hammock with my two little boys, getting ready to sleep off lunch. We could hear the melodic, crashing surf of the Pacific Ocean on the golden beach at our backs and were enveloped in the luxurious shade provided by soaring trees on a perfectly toasty February afternoon. An invigorating breeze tempered the afternoon sun and my typical urge to habitually check my email had ...Click on a label to read posts from that part of the world.
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Florblanca: Rock Star Luxury In Costa Rica
Mar 1st, 2013 at 1:00PM: I was lying in a hammock with my two little boys, getting ready to sleep off lunch. We could hear the melodic, crashing surf of the Pacific Ocean on the golden beach at our backs and were enveloped in the luxurious shade provided by soaring trees on a perfectly toasty February afternoon. An invigorating breeze tempered the afternoon sun and my typical urge to habitually check my email had ...Powerball Winner Travel Options
Nov 26th, 2012 at 3:00PM:
The nation's multi-state Powerball lottery is up to $425 million for Wednesday night's drawing, the largest jackpot ever. Would-be winners have dreams of financial freedom, never working again for the rest of their lives and more. Odds are, travel may be one of the options the big winner will choose. With a cash value of $278 million, that's a lot of travel. But just what will $278 million buy? ...Still Want To Go To The Olympics? Have An Extra $100k?
Jul 26th, 2012 at 8:00AM: Travelers hoping to attend the Olympic Games in London probably should have booked their hotels and bought their tickets months ago. After all, the opening ceremonies are tomorrow and events are already starting to ramp up. But if you're the kind of person who puts everything off until the last minute, and you have a spare $100,000 burning a hole in your pocket, there are still some luxury options ...Travel magazines target the 1%
Mar 20th, 2012 at 10:00AM: An image of a striking, leggy blonde standing in the shadow of a seventeenth-century church in Mykonos graces the cover of the March issue of Condé Nast Traveler. She's wearing a short, silky dress and, as we find out on page 122 in the magazine's "where to buy" segment, it costs $6,900.
And if you like dresses that cost ten times the per capita GDP of Haiti, you'll love Condé ...Exclusive tour lets you go inside the Russian Space Program
Mar 7th, 2012 at 2:00PM:
If you missed your chance to sign up for Space Camp or just want a closer look at the Russian approach to space exploration, an exclusive tour inside the Russian Space Program this fall may be for you. Operated by the Mir Corporation (no relation to the former Russian Space Station), Inside the Russian Space Program will give you a near-space experience with opportunities to see a manned ...Serena Hotels: Opulence amidst squalor and bloodshed
Feb 29th, 2012 at 11:30AM: Anyone for a game of badminton and a round of emerald-hunting in Pakistan's Swat Valley? Or perhaps you fancy a beach resort on the shores of Lake Kivu, just minutes from the Democratic Republic of Congo?
The March/April issue of Foreign Policy features an interesting story and photo gallery on the luxury Serena hotel chain, which they dub the "Ritz Carlton of Failed States." The chain, which ...The continuing rise of Gulf state carriers
Feb 28th, 2012 at 10:00AM:
The rise of Gulf state carriers continues to impress. These airlines, which have defined themselves in part as hub-and-spoke carriers linking Europe (and the eastern coast of North America) to Asia, have developed exciting route maps over the last several years with a particularly strong reach into the Arabian Peninsula and India.
While other airlines have recently attempted to develop ...London hotel offers champagne baths
Feb 9th, 2012 at 12:00PM: While drinking a 2002 Dom Pérignon, have you ever thought to yourself, "Damn, this stuff is so good, I should take a bath in it!" Well, you're not the only one with such luxurious fantasies. Starting Valentine's Day and running through the next year, the Cadogan Hotel in London will be offering a menu of champagne baths to guests who want to try out the ultimate bubbly bath.
What's your ...Daily Secret offers insider intel for Istanbul, Athens, Shanghai and more
Jan 7th, 2012 at 12:00PM: Last month, I went to a designer-clothing pop-up sale in the back of a restaurant, scored an invite to an exclusive party with Champagne and gourmet truffles, and got the manager's private phone number of a hot new nightlife spot. I'm not famous or especially well-connected, I'm just a subscriber to DailySecret.com. Daily Secret is website and email newsletter that delivers insider intel for ...Luxury Vacation Guide 2012: Mexico
Jan 3rd, 2012 at 10:00AM:
US tourists have largely avoided Mexico in recent years due to increasing violence, but those looking for a deeply discounted luxury getaway can turn to areas like Riviera Maya and Los Cabos for safe yet affordable havens.
Want to visit? 2012 might be your year. With the economy still teetering on the brink and more tourists turning away from the country due to reports of violence, those ...After Black Friday, Hotel reminds shoppers of true holiday spirit
Nov 26th, 2011 at 10:00AM: After Black Friday, shoppers need a quiet escape that will remind them of the true meaning of the holidays. In that spirit, the Ritz-Carlton Coconut Grove in Miami invites us to stop by and enjoy some of the best holiday movie classics.
Sipping Hot Toddies and enjoying seasonal favorites, the public is invited to rekindle childhood memories with family and friends at an evening under the stars ...Top 8 attractions in Vail, Colorado for 2011/2012
May 16th, 2011 at 2:00PM:
Measured at approximately 5,289 acres, the Vail Ski Resort is the largest single mountain ski resort in the United States and the second largest resort in all of North America (next to Whistler Blackcomb). With a rich history and lively village surrounding the base of the resort, it's a destination that has plenty to offer both avid skiers & relaxation seekers.
As the 2010/2011 ski ...GadlingTV's Travel Talk - Thailand Part 12: Going Home
Apr 11th, 2011 at 6:00PM:
Gadling TV's Travel Talk, episode 42 – Click above to watch video after the jump
After riding elephants, eating scorpions, walking through Hellfire Pass, visiting the famous bridge at the River Kwai, and seeing a Red Shirt movement up close - it's finally time to say goodbye to Thailand and wrap up the biggest adventure Travel Talk has had.
Our last day was a blur of packing, ...At one year old, the Trump SoHo is still rockin
Apr 8th, 2011 at 6:00PM: It pains us to see one of the best properties in the world not profiled in the Gadling database, so taking advantage of a recent assignment with The Trunk Club and a planned team happy hour we stopped in to take a look.
The Trump Soho is just finishing up it's first year of operation in the posh corner of Manhattan known as SoHo. It's a great part of town, were 9 out of 10 tourists head like ...Ireland's Powerscourt Estate: beauty, luxury, and a Ritz-Carlton just an hour from Dublin
Feb 23rd, 2011 at 12:00PM:
Myself, like many Americans, fantasize about visiting Ireland. We've all seen the calendars scattered throughout malls and bookstores -- cover to cover spreads of lush, green flora, craggy hills and the occasional Leprechaun. We all think we know what Irish music is thanks to the soundtrack of Boondock Saints. And the seasoned travelers in attendance know that DUB is one of the, if not the, ...The Ritz-Carlton, Toronto opens its doors, streams it all live on Facebook
Feb 16th, 2011 at 8:30AM:
It's been a long, long road for The Ritz-Carlton, Toronto. If you'll recall, we actually were led to believe that it would open its doors in the fall of last year, but after a few setbacks and delays, the day has finally come for the elusive property to welcome its first guests. No longer will Ritz-Carlton execs have to answer questions related to the infiltration into Canada, as this new ...Paradores: the historic luxury hotels of Spain
Jan 13th, 2011 at 1:30PM:
Spain is known for its rich history, fine art, and excellent cuisine. By staying at a government-owned Parador, you can get all three right in your hotel.
Just look at this shot by Michael Stallbaum . This castle in Zafra, Extremadura, dates to 1437 and was once home to a duke. It's the sort of place where you'd expect to pay a few euros, get your ticket stamped, and line up for the guided ...Daily Pampering: Private helicopter rides add romance to luxury travel for Valentine's Day
Dec 28th, 2010 at 4:00PM: Now that Christmas is over and New Year's Eve plans have been laid, it's time to start thinking about the next big event: Valentine's Day. Omni Bedford Springs Resort & Spa is getting a head start on the planning this season by offering an over-the-top luxury travel getaway package, starting with a personal helicopter ride to the resort.
The Sky's the Limit Valentine's Day Package includes ...Daily Pampering: Celebrate the holidays on the shores of Lake Geneva
Nov 25th, 2010 at 4:00PM: The holidays can be a stressful time. To ease the stress La Réserve Genève is offering a special menu of spa treatments for the holiday season from December 1-January 15. And after a day at the spa, celebrate with Christmas Eve dinner or the New Year's Eve fete, which turns into a DJ-fueled dance party at midnight.
For the spa aficionado, La Réserve Genève is ...Daily Pampering: Escape to White Elephant Loft in Nantucket from $6,000
Nov 18th, 2010 at 4:00PM: The holidays are a stressful time. Whether you're cooking a feast for the family or the only adult stuck at the kids table, the holidays are nothing if not memorable. And every year, you say you're not going to do again... and every year, you do... But this year, why not try something different?
Cook the bird, make the stuffing, crush the cranberries and then get out of town! This daily ...
