The defining moment of awareness for me at qualia, is sitting in the Long Room, as the perfectly temperate languid breezes of the Whitsundays, caress and calm with their soft silkiness. Add to that, a glass of ‘house pour’ Champagne, Charles Heidsick, and the changing light over the water and islands across the way. Hmmm. Mesmeric. Hard to beat. And so say the reader’s of Conde Nast USA, who voted qualia ‘Best Resort in the World’ in recent months, giving them an incredible perfect 100/100 score. [Read more…] about Sensory Sophistication at qualia
The St. Regis Bora Bora: Luxury and Romance in Paradise
Bora Bora is undoubtedly one of the most romantic and awe-inspiring destinations on earth. The St. Regis Bora Bora offers guests exclusive island accommodations and exceptional service on a sprawling, 44-acre Polynesian paradise. [Read more…] about The St. Regis Bora Bora: Luxury and Romance in Paradise
The Great Wall remains a wonder of the world
China’s Great Wall stretches 5,500 miles across the nation’s historical northern border. Its construction took place over many centuries, and many dynasties, extending across all types of terrain — including mountains, towns, deserts and plains. [Read more…] about The Great Wall remains a wonder of the world
Wharekauhau Lodge: Combining The Best of the Old World and The New
Founded in the mid 1880’s, Wharekauhau Lodge in Palliser Bay, New Zealand is a country estate set on 5,500 acres of private land. [Read more…] about Wharekauhau Lodge: Combining The Best of the Old World and The New
A Private Tropical Island in Fiji – Laucala Island
Fiji is the heart of Melanesia and the South Pacific. It is where real men wear skirts, a woman is naked without flower in her hair and any time is a good time to break into the rhythmic songs that echo the South Pacific.
Amongst the singing islands of the Fijian archipelago is Laucala Island with its sugary white sands curving around lapping blue lagoons and tall emerald tipped coconut trees peering out from hilltops. [Read more…] about A Private Tropical Island in Fiji – Laucala Island
A Singita Safari at Ebony Lodge
Linda and I landed in Johannesburg late in the afternoon after our Emirates flight from New York (via Dubai). It’s always a treat to fly with Emirates – great service and aircraft. That night we were staying in the InterContinental O.R . Tambo, only a quick three-minute walk from the airport. The InterContinental O.R. Tambo sets the standard for airport hotels. [Read more…] about A Singita Safari at Ebony Lodge