Coquelicot Luxury Boat Sets A New Standard Of Sophistication In Slow Travel in France

 Float into a world of ageless French refinement and discover the bright, bubbling soul of Champagne from the luxury of the water. Belmond x Ruinart are reimagining slow travel aboard the luxury barge Coquelicot. The Guests of this new luxury barge are free to design their personal journey as they revel in the Champagne region’s … Read more

How to Make the Most out of Slow Travel around Portugal: Tips and Advice

Going on a holiday to Portugal is a great choice, with all of the fantastic sceneries, historical and cultural background, lovely people, and overall vibe you get to experience. However, if you wish to truly get to know the country in-depth, genuinely learn about the authentic traditions and locals, and see remote and less-known places, … Read more

Shifting traveler trends reveal how consumers are planning to travel this year. Report

    Hands up who’s ready for holidays. Despite the fact that many countries around the world are still grappling with high infection rates of COVID-19, many travelers are feeling optimistic that they will be able to vacation abroad this year, says Tripadvisor’s new survey. The report reveals increased intent in international travel and dining … Read more

2020 New Designers Awards: The winners of The Belmond Award for emerging creative talent

    Now in its third year, The 2020 Belmond Design Award recognized not one but two recent graduates in 2020 for projects that demonstrate an intrinsic knowledge of how design and craftsmanship are married together. Great design shapes the human experience. New Designers provides a unique platform for fresh design talent to connect with … Read more

Slow Travel: The best of the France’s countryside enjoyed on a luxury barge

  Luxury leisure and hotel company Belmond creates luxury barge adventures in rural France. Belmond Afloat is visiting the verdant and picturesque regions of Champagne, Burgundy, Alsace, and Provence. In 1966 Richard Parsons, a Reuter’s news reporter, had the idea to convert an old coal barge into a passenger ship accommodating 20 guests to travel … Read more