Articles & Videos by Richard Crawford

Ancient Sophistication Meets Modern Luxury in Jordan's Dead Sea Region

Ancient Sophistication Meets Modern Luxury in Jordan's Dead Sea Region

The melding of ancient sophistication and modern luxury was the theme of my recent trip to Jordan where I enjoyed a fantastic stay at the Kempinski Hotel Ishtar Dead Sea and got to make a long-time dream come true with a tour of the ancient city of Petra.

A Back Stage Tour of the Sydney Opera House

A Back Stage Tour of the Sydney Opera House

Sydney Australia's iconic Opera House is famous throughout the world for its distinctive shell-like roof and prominent place in Sydney Harbor.

Experiencing the Palio di Siena with Palio Tours

Experiencing the Palio di Siena with Palio Tours

My favorite travel experiences go beyond just seeing the sights and my recent journey to Siena, Italy for the Palio, was just such an experience.

Video: Fairmont The Palm Dubai

Video: Fairmont The Palm Dubai

While there are many fine five-star hotels in Dubai, the Fairmont The Palm offers several unique touches that really set it apart. For one thing, the location is unbeatable.

The Milestone Hotel – The Mark of Luxury Accommodation and Service in London

The Milestone Hotel – The Mark of Luxury Accommodation and Service in London

A milestone is not just a measure of distance but also in many cases a significant plateau of achievement. In both of these senses London's Milestone Hotel lives up to its name.

Raffles Dubai - See the World Differently

Raffles Dubai - See the World Differently

The Raffles Hotel Dubai is nothing if not striking to look at. Built in a pyramid shape, the building is anchored with heavy, hieroglyphic inscribed stele and stone columns at the entrance.

The Aldrovandi Villa Borghese - Five Star Luxury in Rome

The Aldrovandi Villa Borghese - Five Star Luxury in Rome

I'm really excited to tell you about a very special hotel, the Aldrovandi Villa Borghese, which is offers the ultimate in luxury accommodation and five-star services in the center one of the world's most magnificent cities, Rome, Italy.

Cayman Islands Luxury at The Caribbean Club

Cayman Islands Luxury at The Caribbean Club

Vacation travel at its best makes you feel at least a little bit at home in exotic surroundings. Nowhere is this more delightful than at the Caribbean Club Boutique Condominium Hotel on Grand Cayman Island.

A Taste of Timeless Luxury at Raffles Singapore

A Taste of Timeless Luxury at Raffles Singapore

Recently, I had the opportunity to travel to Singapore and enjoy a stay at the iconic Raffles Hotel, one of the oldest, grandest and most fabled luxury hotels in the world.

VIDEO: The Amazing Huilo Huilo Biological Reserve in Patagonia, Chile

VIDEO: The Amazing Huilo Huilo Biological Reserve in Patagonia, Chile

In this episode of Eco Postcards Powered by Atwell, Richard Crawford visits the spectacular Huilo Huilo Biological Reserve in Patagonia, Chile.

'Glamping' on Safari in Kenya at Olare Mara Kempinski Masai Mara

'Glamping' on Safari in Kenya at Olare Mara Kempinski Masai Mara

Experience the freedom of a vacation with no barriers. Enjoy luxury tent accommodations within the 35,000-acre Olare Motorgi Conservancy at the Olare Mara Kempinski Masai Mara in Kenya.

The Villa Rosa Kempinski 5 Star Luxury in Nairobi, Kenya

The Villa Rosa Kempinski 5 Star Luxury in Nairobi, Kenya

Did you know that Kenya is one of the largest exporters of flowers? If you didn't know that before, you will know that when you step inside the Villa Rosa Kempinski hotel.