Twitter, the traveller’s megaphone

The development of social media channels has led to new usages: new ways to travel, new interactions, new uses for smartphones, new expectations, new rhythms. Globe-trotters look to Twitter for travel tips, good deals, get directions or complain to local travel professionals, according to the findings of Allianz Global Assistance’s first #HELPME observatory. 65% of … Read more

Camel milk mixologist introduced in Abu Dhabi

  Camel milk, a real taste of the Middle East, has only recently been introduced to the main-stream consumer. The newly opened Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal is offering guests a part of the Middle East in the most unique manner — with concoctions created by their in-house Camel Milk Mixologist. The Camel Milk Mixologist … Read more

Bucket list experiences: the 7th annual Travel Dreams Survey.

Top luxury destinations and bucket list experiences for rich travelers. Upscale travelers are willing to go the distance to fulfill their travel wishes. Perennial favorites such as Australia, was named the top dream destination for the third consecutive year in the 7th annual Travel Dreams Survey released by luxury travel magazine Virtuoso, a roadmap for … Read more

Relaxation al fresco: The rebirth of Limassol’s very first 5-star hotel

  Named after Apollon, the ancient God of light and the sun, The Royal Apollonia in Limassol, Cyprus has opened its doors after a complete renovation. The project led to the rebirth of Limassol’s very first 5-star hotel. Limassol’s most centrally located five-star hotel now features totally revamped, bright and welcoming public areas with chic … Read more

Seychelles embraces renewable energy

Almost entirely dependent on imported fossil fuels for power, the tiny Seychelles, the popular tourist archipelago– the only one in the world where half the land is a nature reserve — is now embracing renewable energy like wind farms, energy from waste incineration and solar panels. Currently, the islands are 95 percent dependent on imported … Read more

Monte Carlo Sea Land Project – the next eco-jewel of Monaco

The next eco-jewel of Monaco. The visionary project of the offshore urban extension of the Principality of Monaco already attracted the worldwide attention, especially because the project is expected to propose new solutions to friendly urban environment development. Monaco is ready for a 3 percent expansion of its city-state’s territory, expanding to the sea by … Read more