Month: April 2012

When the American economy was at its lowest point during the recent recession, the travel agency business was among the many industries feeling the effects. As the age of DIY ( do it yourself)  internet bookings had hit a climax, and people had less money to spend leisurely, the hit was obvious. Now that the economy…

One of the most magnificent areas which the Caribbean Sea encompasses, is the Riviera Maya. While the whole area is driven by tourism, the feeling is more authentically Mexican, and not anything  like the “spring break” party towns of Cancun & Cozumel. The Riviera Maya is well known for its more refined range of  luxury accommodations. What you will discover in abundance…

Baku is delightfully rich in oil, and it’s growth has happened at a very fast pace. While the 12th century Old City lures in visitors in awe of the museums, mosques, and relics, the modern White City is Baku’s modern counterpart. A haven of modern design, with many of the world’s top architectural firms having…

Partying in Colombia is storied, to say the least. With it’s warm, balmy climate, an exotic location far away from the stiffness of D.C., and plenty of very attractive locals, the scene was set for revelry this past weekend. During the sixth Summit of the Americas, the D.C. crew really let it ALL hang out! While…

The US Virgin Islands are America’s gateway to the Caribbean. St. Thomas and St. John are the quintessential spots in America’s collection of tropical vacation spots, and both provide entirely different opportunities for leisure as well as pleasure. They offer all of the best assets the islands can offer without the need for a passport.…

With so many travel sites on the internet, and quite a few that focus on upscale travel, it can definitely be a daunting task to drill down to the very best. Connoissuers of  luxury hotels want websites that focus only on a line-up of the finest hotels, offering the best deals, the most perks, and  top-notch customer service, offline. When…

Saint Lucia’s heavenly Jade Mountain resort is the ultimate honeymoon escape. So romantic, and perfect for intimacy, Brides Magazine has recently titled Jade Mountain as the number one resort in all of the Caribbean for honeymoons. It is also, by no coincidence, that it is one of only a few Caribbean resorts to have achieved…

Much hype has been surrounding the makeover the Miami Marlins have made before the start of the new Major League Baseball season. New colors and uniforms, new logo, a new manager and a beautiful new stadium. It’s pretty awesome to finally have a place of their own, rather than roughing it with the Dolphins as…

All who visit Scottsdale, Arizona will agree that it is one of America’s most alluring destinations. Staying at the Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale is simply perfection. Whether you are traveling as a couple for a romantic getaway, or as a family to enjoy the Arizona outdoors, the Four Seasons will tailor your vacation idyllically. The…

It’s no big secret that celebrities love being lavished in five star hotels, but there is more to it than just the elegant aura. The exclusivity means extreme privacy, it means that unique needs can be met, it means that no matter what frivolous whim comes up, it can be done. The following are the…