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North Carolina is not a state I’ve spent much time visiting, except for Asheville. So, when I found out I would be spending 4 days in Raleigh, I was not sure what to expect. Well, what a pleasant surprise to find a clean, young, and vibrant city filled with gentrified areas, tons of restaurants, and culture to spare. And I also found there was no…
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When it comes to dining at Disney World, there’s much more to savor than beers around the world at Epcot or Dole Whips. Disney World is home to some of the finest restaurants in the country with premiere chefs and epic cuisine. Check out our favorite luxury dining choices at Disney World. Victoria and Albert’s Grand Floridian Resort At $60+ per dining adult, Victoria and…
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The New York Botanical Gardens is a must visit for anyone who either lives in or finds themselves visiting the New York area. It’s one of those places that you can visit multiple times because the character of the gardens changes with the season and the exhibits. Which begs the question for me…Why did it take me 20 years of living here to get there?…
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Nestled on the world famous Andaman Sea, without the hustle and bustle of crowded Phuket, lies the unmatched serenity of the Anatara’s Si Kao property. This luxurious jewel of a resort is located in Trang. This is the second most southern province in Thailand on the Malay Peninsula. Anantara believes that life is a journey. The company works hard to curate exceptional and exclusive activities…
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When there’s really only one place left in the world that you want to see before you die, you better believe your expectations are REALLY high… That place for me was New Zealand (notice I say was) and I honestly don’t know why. For years, I’ve had this notion that I simply had to see it AND go bungie jumping. In my mind, I’ve pictured…
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Monaco is this teeny tiny country (city-country) surrounded by France, Spain, and the Mediterranean Sea. Known for fast cars, expensive yachts, and, of course, Grace Kelly, Monaco is also packed with history, culture, grandeur, amazing food, and so much to see and do. Only 499 acres in total, the country is one of Europe’s leading resort areas. Although small – it’s actually the second smallest country…
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Imagine being so close to a humpbacked whale you could literally touch him, but don’t… Imagine being in your kayak within feet of an iceberg when it breaches… Then, imagine having a world renowned National Geographic photographer giving you photography lessons in the Antarctic… If you’ve ever thought about going on a cruise, but were scared off by being on board with 3,000 fellow passengers,…
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Have a taste for the finer things in life? Love to travel? Want to make that travel easier? And if you fit into the current trends, are you looking for access and experiences instead of “stuff”? Then these luxury travel apps are made for you. From booking hotels to private jets to scoring sold out tickets to concerts, you can find it all in these…
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We love certain airlines and we try to stay loyal with a few exceptions. Maybe there’s a great flight option or our airlines do not service where we are going. Also, we give up loyalty a lot when flying internationally. Truth is, Business and First Class with most airlines these days give you the benefits of loyalty on long-haul flights. BUT, we do not fly budget…
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In order to survive the cold midwest winters, most of us get out of dodge at some point and head for the sun. Since my husband and I love the desert, we often land in Palm Desert and rent a house with my sister-in-law. We mainly do five things during our time there; eat, sleep, walk/hike, shop, and swim. This year was no different, except…
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Discount cruise lines are aplenty, but there are so many reasons why you should splurge on a luxury cruise for your next vacation. Not only do you deserve it, but the amenities and perks will have you living in the lap of luxury. Here are just a few reasons why we’re cruising in high style and… Why You Should Splurge on a Luxury Cruise Spacious…
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Most people would not think about finding luxury on a road trip, especially if the whole family is tagging along. But we’re here to tell you it is indeed possible to do. There are ways you can make the experience special and posh, just by changing things up bit. This will require advance planning, however. It is not the type of trip you can just…
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We believe that life should be done well. From travel to food to fabulous finds, life should be lived with gusto, style, and sparkle, along with generosity and kindness. Because a life done well isn’t just about a luxury lifestyle, but it’s a great start!
