5 Unique Luxury Hotel Spas and Services |
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| A visit to the spa tends to be at the top of many travelers’ lists when on vacation. While we know that some of the best hotel spas offer a calming environment, range of services and knowledgeable staff, the ones on this list are taking a day at the spa to a whole new level—these facilities feature igloos, use ancient remedies, employ former Surgeon Generals and master sommeliers, and span tens of thousands of square feet, make them among the most elaborate hotel spas in the world. So if you're interested in a run-of-the-mill massage or facial, you may want to look elsewhere. |
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Discovering the Surprisingly Modern Side of Moscow |
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| It is just over twenty years now since the collapse of the Soviet Union, and it is my very first time in Moscow. I have read about government reform and social advances, but it was my firsthand experience that amazed me of this new revitalized cosmopolitan city. |
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6 Unlikely Wine Regions Around the World |
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| Certain parts of the world are like sacred ground for oenophiles, namely France and Northern California. But a number of unexpected locales are also getting into the wine business and turning out vintages that are receiving a lot of attention. |
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Luxury Villas That Cost Over $20,000 a Week |
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| How much would you be willing to spend on a weeklong stay in a luxury villa? Keep in mind these properties are expansive (up to 12,000 square feet), completely private, fully staffed, located in top travel destinations around the world, and filled with the latest technology and comforts of home that you could expect from any five-star hotel. |
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Warm Weather U.S. Beach Resorts to Stay at This Fall |
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| So you’ve been slaving behind a desk the entire summer while it seems like everyone else is on the beach perfecting their tans. You have vacation time to burn up come fall, but where can you go to experience the same summer fun after Labor Day has symbolically ended the season? You don't have to travel too far—plenty of hotels and resorts right here in the U.S. still keep the relaxed summer vibe alive with lounge chairs firmly planted in the sand and outdoor activities aplenty; and of course, you can sport your favorite white outfits all you want. Here are a few of the best luxury beach resorts that stay true to their tropical spirit well into the autumn months. |
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Touring World Famous Architecture Destinations |
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| One unsung bonus of travel is that it makes students of us all. Subjects like religion, world history and art—which many people snoozed through in school—become a thousand times more interesting when you’re actually in the place that that the saints walked and the world-changing battles were fought. |
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Fun Adventure Tours For Thrill-Seekers |
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| It’s a bird...it’s a plane...it’s a tourist! While fear of flying is a common travel deterrent, “flight-seeing” is an ever-more-popular luxury tourism trend. Ignore the vertigo and see the world from the greatest possible heights with adventures including everything from hot air ballooning to heli-skiing to paragliding. |
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4 Private Jet Tours Flying Around the World This Fall |
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| Traveling to some of the world's most sought after, remote and exotic locations used to mean extensive research, weeks of planning and crammed airplanes...but not anymore. Now, under the care of private jet travel companies, all you have to do is choose your dream tour, relax in the comfort of your private plane, and know every last detail is taken care of. They offer some of the best luxury vacations with itineraries revolving around everything from extraordinary islands to the Golden Triangle, to UNESCO World Heritage sites. Here are a few of the once-in-a-lifetime educational and enriching trips taking place this fall. |
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Olympic Host Cities After the Games | From London to Sydney (Photos) |
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| Host cities are expected to marshal tremendous resources in a relatively short time-span to create state-of-the-art constructions, first-class athletic facilities and streamlined infrastructure–all of which is under a worldwide spotlight during the Olympic Games. But these are not set pieces, to be broken down after the curtain falls. |
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Costa Rica Luxury Villa | Hacienda Santa Inés |
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| If you’re looking for a luxury villa rental in Costa Rica that is so secluded most don’t even know about it, then you want to check out Hacienda Santa Inés. Located 5,000 feet above sea level and just 20 minutes outside of the capital city of San Jose, Santa Inés is great for family and friends or for the solo traveler looking to recharge and get back to nature. |
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Morocco Travel | Where to Stay, Eat & Discover Hidden Gems |
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| Things are not always what they seem, and Morocco is a luxurious travel destination that has been branded in a way that doesn’t do it justice. Morocco is always billed as a destination with sand dunes as far as the eye can see, and camel rides to dinners in the desert. The Real Housewives TV show and The Sex and the City movie release did little to dispel such images—and instead, simply added Manolo Blahniks to the mix. |
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Travel to Cartagena, Colombia | A Caribbean Crown Jewel in South America |
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| Faceted at the northern peak of South America and surrounded by the Caribbean Sea is the Colombian gem Cartagena. This historic city is as far from danger as any of the hot spots of the international glitterati. It's beaches, architectural charms and gourmet dining make it a "must-see" on the bucket list for the traveler in the know, as well as a popular port city for the luxury cruise ship crowd. |
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Glamping in Top Travel Destinations Around the World |
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| Tree houses, yurts, modified Airstream trailers and other alternative shelters are making a big-city comeback as the “glamour camping” trend moves into urban centers around the world. As to the appeal of urban glamping—well, any child of the city or the suburbs who ever “camped” in the back yard on a summer night can understand. |
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Villa Vals | Subterranean Luxury in Switzerland |
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| Usually when people think of luxury villas they think of pampering, relaxation, and maybe a flashy architectural appearance. Maybe they're in the heart of a famous city or off on a tropical island with sandy beaches, but the idea is usually the same. Sometimes you may want to deviate from the expected and stay somewhere that is a unique surprise. |
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Vacation in Beautiful Cancun at Villa Albatros |
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| Cancun, Mexico is definitely a favorite spot to have a luxury vacation, and with the warm tropical weather, we're really not surprised. While it can get a little warm during the summer, it usually rains a bit in June in the afternoons, which helps to beat any humidity in the air. |
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AMResorts Expands into Curacao and Cabo |
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| Luxury all-inclusive hotel management company AMResorts continues its path of rapid growth with an Ixtapa opening and a West Coast triumph—soon to be followed by a major move in the Caribbean. Classic Baja del Sur luxury outpost Marquis Los Cabos is now Secrets Marquis Los Cabos—right in time for 2012. |
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Fiji's Vomo Private Island Resort Offers Romantic Luxury Getaways |
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| Vomo Private Island Resort is located in Vomo, Fiji, and is exactly what it sounds like: a 30-villa luxury beach resort on a private island in the Mamanuca Islands Group. Just a 15-minute helicopter transfer from Nadi International Airport, the resort is the only hotel on the 225 acre private island. With plenty of activities, great cuisine, and breathtaking views, what’s not to love? |
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