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Exploring the Seas and Lands of the Vikings with Oceania Luxury Cruises

Nov 10, 2017 | Contributor: Glenn Harris

Scandinavia and the Baltic region are lands of impressive fjords, vast seas and idyllic coastlines. The Vikings and Czars left their mark on these lands with opulent palaces as well as fortressed medieval villages. The Viking homeland is the focus

8 of the World's Best Heli-Skiing Destinations

Jan 23, 2017 | Contributor: Nicolle Monico

There’s nothing like fresh, untouched powder when you’re heading out on a ski trip. But finding that perfect snow can be difficult, especially at crowded resorts where waiting in lift lines and battling less experienced skiers can get in the way of a good shred sesh. This is why ski enthusiasts look to heli-skiing for unbroken snow, more challenging topography and the kind of epic conditions you’re likely to only catch once a year. If this sounds like your kind of adventure, here are eight of the world’s best heli-skiing destinations to visit:

Baccarat Celebrates 250 Years With $300K Around the World Trip

Jul 11, 2016 | Contributor: Nicolle Monico

In its 250 years of existence, Baccarat has made a name for itself in the crystal business, becoming one of the most respected and recognizable brands in the game. To celebrate their centuries-long success, the luxury label is offering a 12-day trip around the world starting off in New York.

7 Elite Tennis Academies Producing Pros

Jun 27, 2016 | Contributor: Nicolle Monico

In 2014, Time published an article entitled, “What It Costs to Raise a U.S. Open Champion.” The article dove into the competitive world of tennis players and broke down the price tags of getting your child into the best academies, private lessons and tournaments. “In the United States, families of elite tennis players easily spend $30,000 a year so their kids can compete on the national level,” Tim Donovan, founder of Donovan Tennis Strategies, a college recruiting consulting group told the magazine. “That can start as early as age 11 or 12. At the high end, Donovan says, some parents spend $100,000 a year.

Scenic Announces Its First Ocean-Cruising Luxury Yacht With Private Helicopter On-Board

Jan 18, 2016 | Contributor: Susan Kime

This weekend, Scenic River Cruises announced the launch of the Scenic Eclipse, the brand’s first ocean-cruising vessel. The new ship defines a new direction for the luxury travel operator, currently celebrating its 30th anniversary. Setting off from Istanbul to Venice, the Scenic Eclipse will embark on her maiden voyage on August 31, 2018.

Sweet, Funny, Loving: We Share Your Fondest Travel Memories of Mom for Mother's Day

May 10, 2015 | Contributor: Nicolle Monico

As we gear up for Mother’s Day on May 10, we began considering a fun and unique way to honor mom this year. Realizing that sometimes it’s the things that can’t be purchased that really mean the most, we decided to focus on the intangible gifts. Whether it’s flying to another country, road tripping to a nearby state or fulfilling your mother's lifelong dream, we hold our travel memories with mom close to our hearts. So we took to social media to ask you about your favorite sojourn stories involving your mother. The responses were touching, funny and deeply personal. We complied 12 of them to share with you. To get things started, here’s my own personal memory of an adventure shared with my mom:

Belmond Grand Hotel Europe Unveils 3,770-Square-Foot Presidential Suite

Nov 12, 2014 | Contributor: Nicolle Monico

The five-star Belmond Grand Hotel Europe has unveiled six new grandiose suites created by Tihany Design, just in time for the property’s 140th anniversary next year. Designed to complement the historic hotel’s neo-baroque décor, the five new accommodations and the presidential suite are inspired by 20th century Russian artists and have been created from 19 first-floor rooms.

A Significant New Exhibition: Fabergé Revealed at the Bellagio Gallery Of Fine Art

Nov 4, 2014 | Contributor: Susan Kime

If you ask many people what first comes to mind when the word Russia is introduced, some don’t immediately think of the Kremlin, Putin, the Kirov Ballet, Stolichnaya Vodka or Doctor Zhivago. However, many think of the iconic Fabergé egg.

Swissôtel Krasnye Holmy in Moscow Unveils New 2,927-Square-Foot Penthouse Suite

Jul 23, 2014 | Contributor: JustLuxe Team

Last week, Swissôtel Krasnye Holmy in Moscow unveiled their new 2,927-square-foot Penthouse Suite on the 19th floor of the hotel. Offering views of Russia’s capital, the opulent suite is both elegant and comfortable.

Cruise from St. Petersburg to Moscow for 15 Days in an All-Inclusive Russian River Trip

Jul 11, 2014 | Contributor: Donald Herrera-Fairbairn

Scenic Cruises has put together a 15-day Imperial Jewels of Russia River Cruise that takes guests from St. Petersburg to Moscow visiting picturesque architecture and experiencing guided tours. Guests will also enjoy accommodations aboard the brand's comfortably appointed Scenic Tsar cruise ship.

See the World Inside a Romantic Rail Car With These 6 Luxury Train Tours

May 15, 2014 | Contributor: Nicolle Monico

It’s no secret around here that our Executive Editor has an ~~crush~~ extreme love of travel-by-train excursions. Maybe it’s the slow-paced life inside the richly decorated, wood-paneled rail cars, or the hours of conversations you’re afforded with other passengers as you pass through beautiful countrysides, either way, there really is something very romantic about locomotive travel today.

Paul Allen and Vladimir Putin Rule the Superyacht Scene at the Sochi Olympics

Feb 10, 2014 | Contributor: Jared Paul Stern

$186M was spent to transform a cargo port into a marina capable of berthing large yachts in Sochi, site of the Winter Olympics, in anticipation of the mega rich visitors who would arrive by sea. So far, Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen’s Tatoosh is the only really recognizable vessel to have taken advantage of the pricey port.

Russia's Outbound Tourism is Second Largest Globally

Dec 11, 2013 | Contributor: Tara Imperatore

A report conducted by industry experts and booking site Hotels.com reveals that Russia has become the second fastest growing outbound travel market. Last year alone, Russians spent $43 billion on international travel, making it the fifth largest foreign travel market in the world. The number of tourists has jumped from 7.7 million in 2006 to 35.7 million in 2012, and is projected to continue growing an average of 7.5 percent each year to 2017.

Marriott to Expand on Properties in Russia and CIS by 50% in 2015

Oct 26, 2012 | Contributor: James Rothaar

Global hotelier Marriott International, Inc., announced that it will double its portfolio in Europe, increasing it to 80,000 rooms from 40,000 by 2015. New development in Russia and the CIS countries is spurring this 100-percent initiative to grow.... Read More

Discovering the Surprisingly Modern Side of Moscow

Sep 4, 2012 | Contributor: Slavica Monczka | 1 Comment

It is just over twenty years now since the collapse of the Soviet Union, and it is my very first time in Moscow. I have read about government reform and social advances, but it was my firsthand experience that amazed me of this new revitalized cosmopolitan city.... Read More