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Èze Village

Èze Village is a hilltop medieval community between Nice and Monaco with two 5-star hotels and an endearing garden you won't forget long after your visit. The village attracts about 5,000 visitors daily...

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Place Masséna

Place Masséna, the city’s most prominent square, is its proverbial heart. A place where locals and tourists come to...

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Discovering Genoa

Genoa is one of Italy's most fascinating coastal cities. Overlooking the Ligurian Sea, it has long been a gateway between...

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15 top luxury travel destinations

Luxury travel goes beyond a first class airplane ticket to an exotic locale. It’s about...

Islands

Greece’s Most Captivating Islands

It’s said that there are over 6000 of these, 200 of which are inhabited. While that sounds incredulous...

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Ritz-Carlton Mediterranean Voyage

The best way to enjoy a cruise along the coastline of the French Riviera is via a superyacht or megayacht...

London

London, the English capital is regularly voted as one of the most popular travel destinations in the world. There are many reasons for this. With its eclectic combination of history and modern...

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London Heathrow Airport

London Heathrow Airport is one of the busiest airports in the world with more than 219,000 passengers arriving and departing every day. The Airport is located 32km (20 miles) to the west of central London.

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London

Many major museums are widely accessible to visitors, helping London stand out as a city where culture can fill an entire itinerary.

London

The River Thames frames many of London’s big sights, and river walks are one of the easiest ways to connect neighborhoods on foot.

Dubai

Palm Jumeirah is an artificial island shaped like a palm tree, created to add beachfront space and now lined with resorts and restaurants.

Nice

Jeanne Augier (1923-2018), former owner of the legendary Le Negresco hotel, reportedly turned down a purchase offer from Bill Gates, wanting to preserve the hotel's French heritage.

Cannes

During the Cannes Film Festival, suites at the Carlton and Hotel Martinez can command over €40,000 per night and are reserved years in advance by celebrities and film studios.

Abu Dhabi

Louvre Abu Dhabi’s iconic dome creates a “rain of light” effect, with sunlight filtering through geometric patterns across the museum’s courtyards.

Dubai

The world’s tallest building anchors Downtown Dubai, and the observation decks are designed for panoramic views that stretch from desert to coastline on clear days.

Cannes

The InterContinental Carlton Cannes opened in 1913 and is an icon of the French Riviera, known for its Belle Époque architecture and connection to classic cinema, including *To Catch a Thief*, which was filmed on its balconies.

Corsica

Corsica is home to under-the-radar wineries like Domaine Comte Abbatucci, which produces biodynamic wines only available through select private allocations.

Cannes

The Lérins Islands include Île Saint-Honorat, owned by Cistercian monks who produce artisanal wines and liqueurs exclusively available on-site.

Budapest

Budapest is famous for its thermal bath culture, with historic bathhouses that turn spa time into a major event.

Abu Dhabi

The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque is one of the city’s signature landmarks, celebrated for its grand scale, white marble, and intricate craftsmanship.

Santorini

Santorini’s most famous villages, like Oia and Fira, sit on the rim of a volcanic caldera, which is why many hotels have dramatic “cliffside” views over the Aegean.

Manama

Manama’s waterfront areas become especially lively in the evenings, when temperatures cool and locals and visitors head out for walks and cafés.

Milan

Milan is a global fashion center, and certain shopping districts and historic arcades have become sightseeing stops as much as retail destinations.

Santorini

Akrotiri is a Bronze Age settlement preserved under volcanic ash, often compared to Pompeii for how it captures daily life from thousands of years ago.

Santorini

Oia’s sunset is a daily ritual - many visitors arrive early to secure viewpoints, and the whole village quiets as the sun drops into the sea.

Manama

The Bahrain National Museum is one of the most popular cultural stops for visitors, offering a broad look at the island’s archaeology and traditions.

Abu Dhabi

The Corniche is a long waterfront promenade with beaches, walking paths, and skyline views—especially popular in the cooler evening hours.

Milan

Milan’s aperitivo tradition turns early evening into a social ritual, with neighborhoods filling up for drinks and small bites before dinner.

Santorini

Red Beach near Akrotiri gets its color from iron-rich volcanic rock, creating a striking contrast between red cliffs, dark sand, and blue water.

Milan

The Duomo is famous not just from the piazza. Visitors can go up to the rooftop to walk among spires and see the city from above.

Manama

Bab Al Bahrain is a well-known gateway into the souq area, where shopping streets offer spices, textiles, and local crafts.

Portimão

Praia da Rocha is known for broad sand and dramatic cliffs, with viewpoints that are especially striking at sunrise and sunset.

Budapest

Many of Budapest’s most iconic photos come from viewpoints along the Danube, where bridges and riverside landmarks create a dramatic panorama.

Monaco

Hotel de Paris and Casino de Monte-Carlo featured prominently in multiple movies, including 'Golden Eye', 'Iron Man 2' and 'Monte Carlo' enhancing their mystique for high-spending fans.

Paris

The Seine shapes Paris’s most classic views, many landmark walks trace its banks, and several central islands sit right in the middle of the river.

Milan

Milan’s rail links make it a convenient hub for day trips, which is why many travelers use it as a base to explore northern Italy.

Monaco

The annual Monaco Yacht Show is the world’s most prestigious showcase of superyachts, often debuting vessels worth over €200 million with helipads, submarines, and underwater lounges.

Nice

Le Negresco is not just a hotel but a private museum, housing over 6,000 pieces of art, including 17th-century Louis XIII furniture and contemporary works.

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Monte Carlo - The Heart of Monaco

Monte Carlo is a district within Monaco famous for its glamour and display of wealth. It is a symbol of sophistication, attracting celebrities, royalty, and billionaire visitors from around the globe...