Another reason to visit South Africa: Richard Branson’s Mont Rochelle Hotel and Mountain Vineyard

Richard Branson to buy Mont Rochelle Hotel and Mountain Vineyard in South Africa.   Mont Rochelle Hotel and Mountain Vineyard in South Africa will become the latest addition to the already eclectic portfolio of Sir Richard Branson’s luxury collection of award-winning retreats. “I’m thrilled to be able to announce that we are in the process … Read more

After more than 100 years of service, Paris’ landmark hotel Lutetia closes for renovation

  Following similar makeover moves by hospitality rivals, Paris’ luxury hotel Lutetia built in 1910, a modern-day reflection of the Belle Epoque and Art Deco periods closed for a three-year renovation. The renovations will be overseen by French architect Jean-Michel Wilmotte. Ambassador since 1910 for the French art de vivre and symbol of prestige and … Read more

The Royal Australian Tour – a luxury travel package fit for a royal couple

  How to travel Australia like the British royal couple? Inspired by the royal itinerary of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge in New Zeeland, London-based luxury retailer VeryFirstTo.com has created a £341,000 / $571,110 luxury travel package that includes visits to the places on the royal itinerary. Royal Australian Tour created in partnership with … Read more

20,000 km touring ride created for motorcycle enthusiasts

Discover More – Harley-Davidson’s motorcycle journey spanning 20,000 km. Harley-Davidson Motor Company announced the biggest single touring ride ever hosted by the heavyweight custom, cruiser and touring motorcycles manufacturer across Europe, Middle East and Africa. “Discover More” project will showcase the incredible adventures and discoveries that can be made while riding a Harley-Davidson touring motorcycle. … Read more

Queen’s old toys among items to go on display in exhibition of royal childhood

Buckingham Palace exhibition will offer small glimpse into toy boxes and wardrobes of generations of young royals

The sailing experience: the tall-ship cruising

People looking for an alternative to big-ship cruising need only try tall-ship cruising. As interest in small-ship cruising has grown, so has the number of ships, increasing 200 percent in the past decade. Now, every year more than 350,000 Americans opt for small-ship cruises carrying just hundreds of passengers. Smaller does mean fewer shipboard amenities … Read more