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Extraordinary Journeys Packs a Month's Worth of Ethiopia Into 8 Days

Oct 7, 2013  |   Contributor: Tara Imperatore

One of the most frustrating things about being on vacation is trying to fit everything into that one short stay. It seems you never have the time to see and do everything you’d like to and you may never have the chance to return. Extraordinary Journeys (EJ)—specializing in bespoke African tours—knows it’s not that often people get to travel around this captivating continent. So, to help get the most out of your time there, they’ve has taken their offerings to new heights…literally.... Read More

Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Announces 12-Day Cruise and Asia 2014 Itineraries

Oct 7, 2013  |   Contributor: Nicolle Monico

Along with releasing their 2014 Asia Boutique River Cruise and Tour brochure, Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection is also introducing a new 12-day Treasures of China & the Yangtze cruise/tour. The luxury itineraries throughout China, Vietnam and Cambodia allow for a more lavish option for discovering the country’s history and culture. Along with the cruise, the itineraries will consist of both land and cruising tours along the Yangtze and Mekong Rivers.... Read More

Utah's Montage Deer Valley is More Than Just a Winter Destination Resort

Oct 7, 2013  |   Contributor: Cynthia Dial

Here’s your assignment. From your travel thesaurus select another phrase for mountaintop luxury. If you’re stumped, don’t worry, I’ve got an answer: Deer Valley in Park City, Utah.... Read More

Travel Brand Eleven Experience Sets Sights on 6 New Destinations by 2015

Oct 3, 2013  |   Contributor: Nicolle Monico

“Life is about the experience,” claims Eleven Experience, a Colorado-based experiential travel brand. And if those moments include top-notch accommodations, unique activities and tours or globe-trotting to find the best cuisine, they’ve got you covered. From heli-skiing to rock climbing and river rafting to fly fishing; the professional team of guides hopes to give travelers a better understanding of their destination and create an unforgettable vacation.

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Make a Difference on Your Next Vacation with Six New Expeditions by Earthwatch

Sep 26, 2013  |   Contributor: Tara Imperatore

We’re always being told that we should become more green, save endangered species and protect important habitats, but we never really know how to go about it. Environmental charity, Earthwatch is ready to not only tell you how, but show you. Since 1971 the organization has conducted 1,400 conservation research expeditions, turning these overwhelming ideas into reality for thousands of people.... Read More

Chip Conley Brings 'Joy of Life' Philosophy to Airbnb as Head of Hospitality

Sep 25, 2013  |   Contributor: JustLuxe Team

Chip Conley has put an emphasis on creating “joy of life” for guests and employees of his boutique hotels for over 25 years, and is looking to do the same for Airbnb as the new head of global hospitality. He's ready to employ some fresh ideas to enhance the user experience and bolster the popularity of this rapidly growing company. With listings in 192 countries and 8.5 million guests in just the first five years, he certainly has a good head start.... Read More

La Estrella Amazonica Joins IE as The Newest Peruvian Amazon River Vessel

Sep 19, 2013  |   Contributor: JustLuxe Team

International Expeditions (IE) welcomed a new riverboat to their fleet with a blessing ceremony on the Peruvian Amazon River earlier this month to celebrate the vessel. La Estrella Amazonica will offer travelers the same range of amenities as its sister boats as well as exclusive items that will only be available to its guests.... Read More

Plan a 2014 Adventure Cruise Through Snowy Greenland on Hurtigruten's MS Fram

Sep 16, 2013  |   Contributor: Nicolle Monico

I’ve always been intrigued by the thought that Iceland is green and Greenland is icy. If you’re anything like me, you may have the same curiosity guiding you to take a trip to either of the (confusing) countries to see this irony for yourselves. Now’s the time to start planning, as Hurtigruten cruises has recently announced a new, longer route in the north-west region of Greenland in the summer of 2014.... Read More

Welcome in Autumn with a Glamping Trip in the Colorado Rockies

Sep 13, 2013  |   Contributor: Carly Zinderman

Autumn is coming and the leaves will be changing, but it doesn’t mean that you have to head to the East Coast for the seasonal overhaul.... Read More

Ultra Luxurious Seven-Night Peruvian Amazon River Cruise

Sep 9, 2013  |   Contributor: JustLuxe Team

When you think of a river cruise through the Amazon, most can picture a small flat-bottom boat with a colorful and hardworking chap pushing you along with a long stick. Well the team at Aqua Expeditions had another scene in mind...

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The Broadmoor's Newly Opened Five-Star Ranch at Emerald Valley an Outdoorsman's Retreat

Aug 27, 2013  |   Contributor: Carly Zinderman

The Broadmoor’s Ranch at Emerald Valley in Pike National Forest has officially opened, giving guests the ultimate in rustic luxury experiences with activities like horseback riding, fly fishing and rock climbing.... Read More

Hotels Get Super Creative with Specialty Programming

Aug 26, 2013  |   Contributor: Lena Katz

We’ve seen luxury, we’ve seen convenience and we’ve seen high tech in hotels. But the latest trend seems to suggest that even the busiest and wealthiest travelers still place a high premium on playfulness.... Read More

Can you Dig it? Jump in the Driver's Seat of a Bulldozer in Las Vegas

Aug 23, 2013  |   Contributor: Nicolle Monico

Move over, Tonka trucks, we’re ready to play with the big boys now. Yeah yeah, we’ve all done Vegas before, we know the drill. Maybe it’s time for something a little bit different, something that doesn’t involve an adult beverage. Crazy, right? This is where Dig This comes into play, a unique experience that lets you drive actual bulldozers and play on equipment you would normally only find at construction sites.... Read More

Sweden's ICEHOTEL: All the Cool Kids Are Doing It

Aug 19, 2013  |   Contributor: Stefanie Payne

Every once and awhile you have the desire to stay at a hotel with a succeeding reputation. The world famous ICEHOTEL in northern Sweden is just one of those places, a hotel composed almost entirely of ice. It’s worth the jaunt too, to the Lapland Wilderness north of the Arctic Circle. From the moment we arrived by snowmobile, the encounters were otherworldly. At the original Ice Bar, the Champagne arrived on ice, literally. The suite I stayed in, Beam Me Up!, was a forest of icy evergreens, flying saucers and light beams — perfect for a professional space geek.

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A Snow-Covered Adventure: Dog Sledding in Sweden’s Northern Regions

Aug 16, 2013  |   Contributor: Stefanie Payne

My first taste of dog sledding came with a side of powerful joy — one that I can only imagine is equivalent flying a plane for the first time or winning a large sum of cash — yes, that joyful.... Read More

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