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The World’s Most Instagram-Worthy Holiday Hotel Destinations

From breathtaking landscapes to architectural marvels, these destinations offer an unparalleled opportunity to frame your unforgettable moments. Whether you’re a travel enthusiast, keen photographer or social media influencer, you’re sure to delight and find inspiration in the captivating charm of these handpicked holiday hotels promising picture-perfect moments. Ras Al Khaimah, UAE With over 7,000 years of fascinating history, traditions and culture, Ras Al Khaimah promises an authentic and easily accessible Arabian experience. A haven of year-round sunshine, the Emirate features pristine beaches, lush mangrove trees and...

Luxury Travel

Any Plane, Any Time, Any Place

Arts & Collections

Leader in the Business Aviation Industry, Global Jet is specialised in the following activities: Charter Brokerage, Aircraft Management, Aircraft Sales & Acquisitions, and Design & Completion. Here the company tells us about its devotion to excellence at every touchpoint With more than 23 years of experience, Global Jet always keeps innovating to ensure the highest level of safety, quality, and service for our customers. Our team of more than 600 dedicated employees based in our...

Luxury Travel

What is a Luxury Travel Concierge?

Arts & Collections

So, what exactly is a travel concierge and why do you need one? A luxury travel concierge is a highly trained professional that helps clients plan every detail of their dream trip, incorporating personal wishes and giving exclusive access to the best experiences in luxury destinations. Taking into account the entire group and each and every individual need. Organizing flights and private jets, hotels, tours and transportation, and providing expert advice on the best accommodations,...

Art Focus

Wall Power: Why We Are All Aboard For Iconic Travel Posters

Arts & Collections

In this article, Bonhams’ vintage poster expert Richard Barclay explains the value behind ‘once here today, gone tomorrow’ travel posters.Richard Barclay is just about to travel from his home in Brittany to London on Eurostar to set up the latest Bonhams’ vintage posters auction. He is understanding, but frustrated, over recent travel restrictions and has witnessed lockdowns creating ‘a renewed nostalgia’ for holidays and travel – and, in turn, many more people are looking for...

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Luxury Travel in an Environmentally Proactive Aviation Industry

Chris Jenkins

The world is becoming more environmentally aware – with aviation embracing carbon-reducing initiatives. From lighter materials in aircraft manufacture, to ground-breaking engine technology and the development of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), changes are underway that will positively change the impact of aircraft on this planet. By 2050, there is an industry-wide push to halve net CO2 emissions. For private aviation, carbon offsetting is key in reducing carbon footprint. “Carbon offsetting is becoming more visible in...

Luxury Travel

The Retreat at Blue Lagoon Iceland

Arts & Collections

A landmark of luxury Built into an 800-year-old lava flow in the heart of a UNESCO Global Geopark, the Retreat at Blue Lagoon Iceland was conceived and created to expand the horizons of the Blue Lagoon experience. Encompassing a subterranean spa, a mineral-rich lagoon, a luxury hotel, and a restaurant that honors and reinvents Iceland’s culinary traditions, the Retreat is a place where guests can leave the world behind and enter a timeless realm of...

Modern Collectables

CuleM Watches Feature Unique World Time Zone Function

Chris Jenkins

Designed for the modern traveller, the Swiss-made watches in the collection start at €1,499.00 (approximately £1.350) including free worldwide shipping. Watch collector Matthew Cule created CuleM Watches by combining his two passions; a love of travel and luxury watches of the highest craftmanship. Each watch is delivered in a miniature elegant luxury ‘travel trunk’ box. CuleM’s World GMT Collection consists of three designs; The Portal, The Frame and The Lights. The dial of each watch...

Luxury Travel

The New Luxury Cruises for 2020

Robyn White

For those looking to get away from life on land next year, Arts & Collections has put together a list of the most anticipated and luxurious new cruise ships taking to the seas. Seven Seas Splendor Sister ship to the Seven Seas Explorer, the Seven Seas Splendor aims to continue the luxurious traditions of the cruise line. With the maiden voyage departing in February 2020, the ship will sail from Barcelona to Miami, and include...

Collections

Bookseller Peter Harrington Exhibits Pacific Voyage Collection from Hawaiian Collector

Chris Jenkins

Rare bookseller Peter Harrington has recently acquired a large collection of books on voyages in the Pacific Ocean from legendary book dealer Louis (Lou) Weinstein, formerly of Heritage Book Shop, Beverly Hills, California. Since his retirement to Maui in 2007, Lou has been an enthusiastic collector of Hawaiiana with his collection boasting over 1,000 unique items. See also: Peter Harrington Contemporary Prints Catalogue Features Dali, Banksy and Picasso Harrington’s first selection of books from the...

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Why Money Spent on Private Aviation Saves You Valuable Time

Anetha Sivananthan

Founder of Air Advantage, Andrew Douglas and Marketing Manager, Gillian Johnston answer our questions on why private aviation is a logical step for the time-pressed air traveller. What catalysed the creation of Air Advantage’s spin-off, At Pretium Jet Charter? Andrew Douglas, CEO of Air Advantage and At Pretium Jet Charter: “We weren’t happy with the way the aviation industry was working. I have a military background and precision, making an effort and not accepting lower standards are...

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