2016 Annual Spirited Awards: the year’s best bars, bartenders, writers and experts

Connaught Bar in London was named World’s Best 2016 at the Annual Spirited Awards. Saxon + Parole in New York took was crowned “Best American Restaurant Bar.” For the past nine years, The Spirited Awards have recognized the year’s best bars, bartenders, writers and experts, becoming the industry’s most prestigious and coveted award. Winners were … Read more

Driven to distraction: the Norway road trip where cool design meets dramatic scenery

Norway’s roadside architecture project, part of its National Tourist Routes, has led to the creation of bridges and viewing platforms that make every journey a tour de force – and more new designs are on the horizon

The first Banyan Tree property on the Mediterranean coast is a haven for families and spa fans

The first Banyan Tree property on the Mediterranean coast will open on September 1st. A new resort to inspire relaxation via its understated Mediterranean vibe. From September, the alluring northern coast of Morocco will have a new beach retreat in Tamouda Bay, a 20 minute drive from the UNESCO World Heritage city of Tetouan. This … Read more

World’s largest over-water villa became even better

Relaxation in total seclusion: First look at the Gili Lankanfushi (Maldives). The luxurious 1,700 square metre three-bedroom hideaway offers the utmost in natural chic. There’s a private spa with sauna and steam room for all pampering needs and a state-of-the-art cinema for film screenings of your choice at world’s largest over-water villa. A wide water slide … Read more

Australia, Italy, Fiji, Greece and New Zealand named the most popular playgrounds for the upscale travelers

Most popular types of travel and Top bucket list destinations. Luxury travel report. What are your top 10 trips of a lifetime. The 2016 Virtuoso Travel Dreams Survey asked respondents about their fantasy trip choices as well as their dream destinations and preferred travel styles. Demand from upscale travelers wanting to connect with their families … Read more

Richard Branson unveils villas on the picturesque Spanish island of Mallorca

Richard Branson’s vast estate on the island’s northwest coast covers 680 acres of stunning landscape and includes two villa. Last December, Richard Branson announced he has bought back an iconic estate in Majorca he sold 13 years ago. Now, the villas Sa Punta De S’Aguila and Sa Terra Rotja situated on the Son Bunyola Estate are … Read more