Living like locals or lolling about in luxury seem to be the two main factors for consideration for travellers choosing accommodation, according to the readers of this blog and Life in a Venti Cup. Those who want to live like locals want to immerse themselves in a place, absorb the culture and learn the language … Read more about Living like locals versus luxury and the lifestyle upgrade
After you’ve decided on your luxe hotel, or narrowed it down to a short list (see previous post), here’s how to make the most out of your indulgent getaway:1. Club access: check on the hotel site to see if there are ‘club’ rooms. While the rate may be slightly higher, you’ll be spoilt by the … Read more about Top 5 tips to planning a luxury escape: getting the most out of your hotel
So what should you look for in a luxury hotel, to continue from my last post on luxury travel planning?1. Rooms: scrutinize the website pics and list of amenities – the longer the better! You want a big bath or jacuzzi, not just a shower, a plasma TV, DVD and CD player or iPOD docking … Read more about Top 5 tips to planning a luxury escape: selecting your hotel
So you’re planning a luxury getaway, and this isn’t something you do everyday, so where do you start? First, decide on your destination. Are you staying somewhere locally, heading inter- state, sticking to the region, or going to some far-flung destination? Perhaps your budget will determine that. Do some research or simply dream – this … Read more about Planning a luxury escape
It’s often said that if you have to ask how much you can’t afford it. I don’t agree. Luxury travel shouldn’t only be for the rich. Everyone deserves to be spoilt and pampered. Especially if it’s a special holiday, a honeymoon, anniversary, or birthday for instance. Or simply because you’ve been working really hard and … Read more about The price of luxury?