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Plain sailing: 3 things to know about insuring a cruise
Luxury is a funny old word. One that means different things to different people.
But one thing is for sure: there are few more luxurious ways of seeing than the world than a cruise.
Maybe thats why more and more travel-lovers are grabbing their glad rags and taking to the water. More than 66
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Riding the Venetian gondolas
Venice always makes appearances in books (my favorite portrayal of it is in Jeanette Wintersons The Passion). It was an easy decision to travel there. But Id never done much research into the place and really didn’t know anything about it beyond what Id read in books. So I started my r
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Monaco Grand Prix: the top 5 VIP places to be seen
Fancy rubbing shoulders with the rich and famous? Consorting with celebrities? Hobnobbing with Hollywood heartthrobs? Then the Monaco Grand Prix is the perfect place for you.The Monaco Grand Prix is a Mecca for the worlds jet-set and it is firmly entrenched in their summer itinerary. They co
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Fit to be Thaid
In Alex Garlands seminal novel The Beach a young man search in southern Thailand for a seaside Utopia goes awry. In the Hangover Part Two a group of young men find a different kind of Thai experience. I went to Thailand looking for my own paradise idyll. I didnt expect what I would disco
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Inside Passage adventures
The Inside Passage is one of the most stunning and memorable cruise experiences I’ve ever had. The passage connects the Canadian port cities with the Alaskan cities Ketchikan, Juneau and Skagway. The passage is comprised of two sections, the northern and southern portions. The southern
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5 amazing luxury travel recommendations for Peru
Home to some of the oldest and most impressive ruins in the world, and featuring one of the most diverse collections of biomes within a single nations borders, Peru has long been a popular destination for travellers seeking adventure and legend.
But an increasing number of travelers are disc
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Top 10 river cruises from AmaWaterways
To coincide with National Cruise Week, AmaWaterways has come up with its top 10 pick of river cruises for 2012/2013, chosen for their cultural enrichment, specialist interest and access to spectacular sightseeing.
Top romantic cruise
Seine cruise Paris in the springtime
Take the train to Pa
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Discover the sights, sounds and smells of vibrant Vietnam
Having moved on from its recent turbulent and troubled past, Vietnam has emerged as a hot favourite with holidaymakers in search of dramatic scenery, a fascinating culture and some of the most exciting cuisine on the planet.
From the rice paddies of the Mekong Delta to the colourful markets
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Sailing with the WAOW factor in Indonesia
Have you ever dreamed of setting sail around the islands of Indonesia? Well… now you can. And in style, too. Welcome to WAOW (Water Adventure Ocean Wide) – the largest wooden sailing vessel in the whole of Indonesia – and the dream of designer Michel Deville. This 60-metre
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Travel around London like a celebrity on your stag weekend
During the day, London is an enthralling city filled with historic, cultural and regal exploits to enjoy. By night, the scene changes dramatically. A multitude of hip night spots come to life where you will make memories to last for years to come. Filled with booze and scorching hot dance fl
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5 reasons to choose all
Luxury cruise holidays are popular with those wishing to see a multitude of beautiful locations and sights in onesingle trip. Cruising can save travellers significant money compared to making similar trips using other means oftransport. This is particularly true for passengers who book all-i
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Andrey Melnichenko's $300 million, 394
Designed by Philippe Starck, the “A” mega-yacht cost more than $300 million to build.It’s owned by the Russian businessman and billionaire, Andrey Melnichenko, one of the top 100 richest people in the world, has 3 swimming pools, a helipad and lots more. Watch the video bel
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The solar
MS Turanor PlanetSolar set sail from the port of Monaco on 27th September 2010 in a bid to become the first solar-powered ship to circumnavigate the globe. On 6th May this year, 587 days and 28 countries later – not to mention 3 oceans, 11 seas and 60,006 kilometres – the PlanetS
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The best ways to sea in the New Year around the world
The New Year is cause for great celebrations as people ring out the old and ring in the new, with cities across the world celebrating in style with parties and huge fireworks displays. Some of the best displays can be seen in Madeira, Sydney and Rio, with the best view being available from a
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Discovering the heart of Greenland
Did you know that only two of Greenlands towns are connected by road? And that the main mode of transport during the winter is the humble dog sled? You can find out more about this fascinating island and its unique culture on a series of special voyages with Hurtrigrutenin 2013 (which couldn
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Steve Jobs' luxury super
Apple Co-Founder Steve Jobs’ luxury super-yacht, ‘Venus’, was unveiled on the anniversary of his death at the Dutch shipyard Koninklijke De Vries (Royal de Vries) in Aalsmeer. This sleek vessel is 80m (260 feet) long and was designed by Jobs himself along with designer Phil
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Cruising with Disney
When one hears the word ‘Disney’, they think of amusement parks, Mickey Mouse, or the collection of classic movies this brand has inspired. And once one has kids, a Disney vacation is almost considered a mandatory destination or a trip that parents aspire for their children to ha
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Cruising one of the most stunning fjords in Norway
For the first time in two decades, Hurtigruten has expanded its sailing schedule by adding the Hjrundfjord, one of the most stunning fjords in Norway. Located in the Sunnmorsalp mountains, all ships will sail into the fjord between 1st September and 31st October 2013 as part of their daily j
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The 5 most decadent cruise ships in the world
If youre looking for a luxury getaway, its no secret that a cruise is many a travellers topchoice. With a wealth of decadent facilities on-board most cruise liners, and five-star service asstandard, cruising really can unlock a new world.Whether youre completely new to cruises, or youve sail
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Photograph of the week: Riding the paraw in Boracay
The Philippines is proud of Boracay Island, hailed as one of the top beaches in the world. One of its attractions is riding the “paraw”, a double outrigger sail boat. The outriggers are made of bamboo, and the sailboat can glide smoothly in the waters, letting you enjoy a quiet r
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