Luxury and Performance With the G650ER
The Gulfstream G650ER shwon at the Farnborough International Air Show exemplifies innovative civil and business aviation. It is the top of the range in cabin size for the production line which includes the G150, G280, G450, G550, and G650 as well. Gulfstream went above and beyond their last model in developing the G650ER to be…
Read MoreEast-West Jet Lag is Worst
Jet lag affects every traveler differently, but a common trend among those flying east has shown that travel in that direction produces worse jet lag than any other direction. A scientific model has been prepared to demonstrate the effects on time-keeping cells in the body. In the hypothalamus pacemaker cells synchronize and determine whether it is…
Read MoreSafari With Wine, Smoothies, and a Lounge
A newly renovated safari property has added amenities and luxury facilities. The Singita Lebombo Lodge recently reopened with a new winter lounge, smoothie and espresso bar, wine boutique, lap pool, and interactive kitchen with rooftop dining. The designer drew inspiration from the location, citing meditative spaces and giant euphorbia trees for a less is more…
Read MoreLightweight Carry-Ons for Your Next Vacation
If you are not planning on traveling via private jet, extra checked baggage can really add up. Fitting as much as you can into your carry-on will help relieve the pain of travel. Try to bring these to maximize space and weight. Inflatable Pillow: A place to lay your head in comfort and weighing only…
Read MoreUpgrade Your Summer Vacation Options in Upstate New York
Enjoying a great summer vacation does not necessarily mean that one must go abroad. The nation’s northeastern region is the ideal vacation destination for those who want to explore nature, visit cultural sites and avoid the sweltering heat that characteristically plagues most U.S. residents during the summer months. Specifically, visitor attractions in upstate New York…
Read MoreVillas Above Hotels
It’s okay to browse hotels for your fantasy holiday destination, but privacy and luxury will only be found in the villas. Hotels can be stylish but villas have exclusivity that many desire, the freedom to have breakfast on your time or all the free space you might need. In looking for villas for your vacation…
Read MoreTravel & Leisure World's Best Hotel 2016
The island of Sumba is home to perfect surf, perfect beaches, and apparently the perfect hotel. The Nihiwatu Hotel in Indonesia was rated the best hotel in the world for 2016 by a reader survey in Travel & Leisure. From the beginning, the Nihiwatu hotel was founded for the perfect wave to surf. And the…
Read MoreHotel Floating in Paris
OFF Paris Seine is a floating hotel in Paris, a wild change from the usual hotels we have seen. The hotel consists of two floating hulls with a hallway connecting them. Booking options include choosing which side of the hotel you would like to reserve. Suites on the hotel-boat are all individually decorated by different…
Read MoreHow to Plan the Perfect Las Vegas Bachelorette Party
Sin City is the perfect place for any bride-to-be to have one last weekend of freedom before her wedding. If you want to throw the bride to be an amazing bachelorette party, do not worry. With a little advance planning, you can throw an amazing bachelorette party that she will not forget. Where to Stay…
Read MoreSleep Better on International Flights
Jet lag is one of the most common and aggravating downsides to long distance flights. Advice usually abounds around sleeping on international flights to avoid jet lag. But sleep may be more difficult to catch on a crowded airplane. Keep stress low by planning earlier than usual. Double checking your hotel and flight details, and…
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