Tired of winter’s chill and wondering where to travel for a warm weather beach vacation? These tropical islands are waiting to welcome you. Thailand Thailand’s rich culture, friendly locals, and warm turquoise seas make this Southeast Asian country an excellent warm weather beach vacation destination. Koh Samui With islands galore, it can be difficult to decide where …
When the West was still wild, I’m sure Arizona’s cowboys and cowgirls fantasized about an oasis in the desert like the luxurious Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale. Where an outside garden shower washes away the dust, outdoor fireplaces illuminate the desert landscape, and the American canteen Proof serves up hearty portions of chicken and waffles, New York …
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Top Summer Travel Destinations 2016 Summer travel began early this year, and I would love it to continue for a few more months. If you want to get away, these top summer travel destinations will help you plan your next vacation. London, England We began our European summer vacation with a few days at the …
Air New Zealand Business Premier 777-300 From the champagne-filled beginning in Los Angeles to the on-time arrival in London, flying Air New Zealand Business Premier 777-300 was pure pleasure. Air New Zealand Business Premier, advertised as First Class service at Business Class prices is one of the top Business Class flights I have experienced. As …
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Located steps from award-winning Kapalua Bay, the 24-acre Montage Kapalua Bay Resort is the perfect place for a family vacation on Maui. Here is why I love to stay at Montage Kapalua Bay Resort and think you will too. Prime Kapalua Bay Beach Location The resort overlooks sparkling Kapalua Bay and the Montage Kapalua Bay …
Fresh off the plane from Hawaii, I wrote about the Four Seasons Lanai and described how the redesigned resort is more authentic and better than ever. At the end of the article, I promised to share a few more of my favourite things about the exclusive resort – here are a few more reasons to …
Four Seasons Resort Lanai – Oh So Authentic Rest assured longtime Lanai lovers, after a top to bottom renovation, the Four Seasons Resort Lanai is more authentic than ever. The staff’s love for Lanai and genuine hospitality continues to fill the resort with the spirit of aloha. And now, through a thoughtful redesign, guests of the …
From little kids to grown ups here are the best luxury hotel pools for family fun, based on our travels so far. The Best Luxury Hotel Pools for Little Ones North America Four Seasons Hualalai – Hawaii Toddlers and fretful parents rejoice at the sight of the shallow sand bottom pool, a treasure trunk filled …
Top Travel Experiences in 2015 2015 was a huge travel year for me, with thirty-five flights and thirteen countries if you include Canada, my home. After sifting through the photographs, stories, and memories from the past year, here are my top travel experiences in 2015 in chronological order. Swimming in Four Seasons Hualalai King’s Pond Snorkeling …
Beautiful Cities Around the World With so many beautiful cities around the world, I was excited to learn that the #FriFotos theme on Twitter this week is Urban. Here are a few of my favorite cities, in no particular order. Vienna Vienna, a city in Europe with a serious luxury factor, is bursting with attractions ranging …
Palm Springs Art Museum – A Gem in the Desert The excited chatter and arm-tugging were the first signs I had picked a winner. Museums are tricky with children and for some, a visit to the museum is as welcome as a trip to the dentist. This was not the case at the Palm Springs …
We love spending time in Hawaii and have visited all of the islands except Moloka’i. Each island has a different vibe, and we have favourite family activities at each destination. A visit to the Kalahuipua’a Fishponds Mauna Lani Resort is one of our favourite family activities on the island of Hawaii. On the Big Island, we …
A visit to Bamboo Restaurant Hawi on the island of Hawaii is a family tradition. On a recent visit, we shopped for island-inspired gifts in the galleries and boutiques before stopping in for lunch at our favourite table at Bamboo Restaurant. Not much appeared to have changed at one of the island’s oldest dining establishments – the same welcoming hospitality, …
As our black SUV careened through rush hour traffic on our way from New York’s JFK Airport to TriBeCa, I began having second thoughts about New York City with the kids. I knew our ultimate destination was The Greenwich, Robert de Niro’s 88-room luxury hotel in TriBeCa, but I was having serious doubts we would …
