A journey to the White Continent is the ultimate in expedition travel. Tourist Visa for US Citizens: None for Antarctica. May be required by transit countries. US Department of State Antarctica Information WHITE DESERT – ANTARCTICA Early Emperors Itinerary: 6 days / 5 nights (4 spaces left 2023) South Pole … Read More
Thailand’s dizzying capital city is a culinary must-visit – a place where tiny street food stalls and Michelin-starred restaurants both draw a crowd. CAPELLA BANGKOK Sathon district, Chao Phraya River Size: 101 rooms Designer/Architect: Hamiltons International; Andy Miller and Richard Scott-Wilson Beyond the hustle and bustle of the city, you’ll … Read More
Most Asian countries with coastline experience at least part of their wet season from June to August, but The Central Gulf of Thailand is one of the few places we recommend visiting at this time of year because it is typically hot and relatively dry. Beautiful, fine sand beaches on … Read More
Northern Thailand and region Northern Thailand shares borders with Myanmar and Laos, as well as with the Central Plains and Isaan. This section is to include Chiang Rai, Chiang Mai and Sukhothai. The Golden Triangle (สามเหลี่ยมทองคำ Saam Liam Thong Kham) is in Chiang Rai Province, in the far north of … Read More
The cliffs of Capri have always been the place to get away from it all. It was rumored that if Emperor Tiberius was not pleased with his concubines, he simply would throw them off the cliffs. And while celebs, politicians, and artists have been visiting Capri since Roman times, their … Read More
Switzerland’s largest city The cosmopolitan city by the water combines creative urban life with nature in all its glory. Zurich is abuzz with activity day and night with its countless events, diverse museums, own food festival and Switzerland’s most vibrant nightlife. And if you’re after rest and relaxation, you can … Read More
Geneva is Switzerland’s most cosmopolitan city. Here is where the United Nations European headquarters and the Red Cross are based. The city on Lake Geneva is also the cradle of watchmaking and home to many chocolatiers. Geneva has many sights, including the Jet d’Eau fountain, the flower clock L’horloge fleurie, … Read More
A perfect hub city to explore South-East Asia Hong Kong (香港 hoeng gong – in Cantonese, meaning fragrant harbour) is a place with multiple personalities; the population is mainly Cantonese Chinese but British influence is quite visible. It is a unique destination that has absorbed people and cultural influences from … Read More
The United Kingdom’s most northerly country is every bit as spectacular as you’ve heard. Scotland is a beautiful country well known for its dramatic scenery of mountains and valleys, rolling hills, green fields and forests, and rugged coastline. While most know about the magnificent scenery of the Highlands, Scotland is … Read More
Year round destination Niseko and the Annupuri Range are one of Japan’s most popular holiday destinations, famed for powder snow, mountainous terrain and winter woods. Always prized for its ski resorts, the area has more recently become known as a family-friendly, year-round destination. Summer activities include golf, cycling, mountain biking … Read More
Gateway to the Caribbean I have grown to appreciate Miami for a few nights before heading off to a Caribbean Island resorts or a cruise. Do a little shopping, eat some Cuban food and off you go in the morning to Turks and Caicos. A bit of sightseeing in the … Read More
A collection of my favorite Private Island getaways on the islands of Tahiti. The Brando Tetiaroa, Society Islands French Polynesia 36 Rooms One of the more famous of private islands resorts, and for good reason. The Brando is an excellent resort. As an ecological study space they are doing amazing … Read More
