"Exhausted by sunshine, the backs of the crimson chairs were a thin light orange; a smell of camphor and animals drawn from skins on the floor by the glare of morning still hung like dust on the evening chill." - Elizabeth Bowen, The Last September
Marrakech is far more than a mere place name. It's a word which conjures all the magic and mystery of the Moroccan desert. Once a tiny oasis lost amid the brick-red North African sands, it is today a thriving destination for travelers.
On a peaceful, picturesque corner of the Sorrento peninsula, overlooking the Mediterranean Sea and the Gulf of Naples, lies a 16th century Jesuit Monastery, now the Grand Hotel Cocumella.
"Picture yourself in a boat on a river with tangerine trees and marmalade skies"… Arriving at Las Alamandas reminded me of the Beatles' song, Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds because it is a kaleidoscope of colors and a place of happiness on Mexico's Costalegre "Coast of Joy" with a river running through the sprawling 1,500-acre oceanfront estate.
Queen Elizabeth II is set for a visit to New York City on July 6th, 2010, causing a stir in London and giving us a little royal fever. The Queen is expected to pay her respects at Ground Zero and address the UN General Assembly for the first time in 50 years.
From the moment I first stepped foot in Italy an infatuation began. Each city, from Florence to Venice, was more fascinating than the last.
Face it: there are very few "new" places left in the world to discover. Here, cities like Mandalay and Yangon (formerly Rangoon) have modern conveniences, but head to Bagan and Inle Lake, for instance, and it's as if you're transported through time. Simply put, Myanmar mesmerized us.
England's historic region of Yorkshire, renowned as one of the country's greenest regions, offers stately homes, ancient ruins and sweeping vistas of National Parks – the Yorkshire Dales, North York Moors and Peak District.
Deep in the heart of Central Turkey, giant droplets of volcanic ash and colossal sandstone cliffs piece together to form Cappadocia's outlandish landscape.
Our European correspondent, Jessica Colley, visits the Mediterranean country of Malta and discovers authentic old Europe, sophisticated cuisine and golden beaches.
Visit spellbinding England and enjoy touring a number of the film locations from the Harry Potter movies, including some of the country's most historic and magical sites, many of which are likely to have inspired the famous writings of J.K. Rowling.
With world-class art, architecture, restaurants, and hotels, Chicago is a premier destination. In Chicago there is something for everyone, no matter your interest. From theater and museums to shopping and professional sports, Chicago's activities are the perfect recipe for a great getaway.
Writer Nick Walton explores the Seychelles for Luxury Travel Magazine.
Where else can you see grazing water buffalo over cocktails or sample food as wild as the landscape? Toss aside the bow-ties, guidebooks and stilettos and head to Australian Northern Territories for true bush luxury.
Nick Walton discovers a different side to Southeast Asia as he travels aboard the region's most luxurious train.
