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by Malcolm Johnson For the athletes travelling to British Columbia this winter, it’s all about the focus of competition. For the rest of us, though, it’s all about the fun. From the deep snows of the mountains to the bright lights of the city, the Vancouver 2010 Olympic and... [Read More...]

Combine a Unique Investment with a Luxurious Lifestyle Michael Hobbs and Dawn Cavanagh-Hobbs fell in love with the beautiful area of Le Marche, Italy five years ago. In 2007 they decided to spend more time in Italy, creating their fractional ownership business, Appassionata. This... [Read More...]

Here’s just a sampling of some noteworthy – and sometimes offbeat – happenings across the globe over the next couple of months. NORTH AMERICA February 24 through April 25, the Philadelphia Museum of Art continues its tradition of hosting major traveling exhibitions that... [Read More...]

Arcos Gardens Golf Club & Country Estate is set in the stunning countryside of Cadiz province near the picturesque town of Arcos – an area that many refer to as “The Real Spain.” In contrast to the busy and overdeveloped Costas, Arcos Gardens offers countryside views... [Read More...]

Affluent Leisure Travelers Remain Committed To Vacations Affluent leisure travelers interested in resort real estate strongly believe in the value of their vacations, as nearly nine in 10 report that vacationing is important to their well-being and to the health of their personal... [Read More...]

Jefferson Ochoa lives with his family in a 3-room shack made of unfinished cement blocks in La Vega, the most dangerous barrio in Caracas, Venezuela. His parents, both illiterate, were barely fifteen years old (the same age Jefferson is now) when he was born. Without education... [Read More...]

10 Quirky Facts for the Intrepid Traveler By Sandra Scott Prague is a magical city but along with the outstanding architecture, artwork, and food there are side stories that add interesting twists to the sites and make them more memorable. 1. The eyes have it: On the hour tourists... [Read More...]

Kimberley, British Columbia is in the Purcell Mountains in the East Kootenay Region. It is 370 kilometers from Calgary (4 hour drive, 50 minute flight), 845 kilometers (9 hour drive, 90 minute flight) from Vancouver and 300 kilometers (3.5 hour drive) from Spokane, Washington.... [Read More...]

Upscale ski-in, ski-out Mountain Spirit Resort in British Columbia, Canada, a wise choice with $11 million investment in conference center. Offering upscale resort luxury at Kimberley Alpine Resort, Mountain Spirit Resort and Spa is located in the heart of the Kootenay region... [Read More...]

The Caribbean’s Best-Kept Secret By Sandra Scott “I made 22 dives this week. How many did you make? “I only did 21 dives because I didn’t do the night dive. I wish I had because they saw a huge moray eel.” “My favorite dive site is Green Outhouse Wall. Did you dive... [Read More...]

A New Phuket Lifestyle Icon Absolute Bangla Suites, a new lifestyle experience located on Phuket’s famous nightlife and entertainment road, Bangla, is now open. Absolute Bangla Suites is a one-of-a-kind resort in Phuket, located at Bangla Square on Bangla Road. With convenient... [Read More...]

Here’s just a sampling of some noteworthy – and sometimes offbeat – happenings across the globe over the next couple of months. NORTH AMERICA Toronto’s WinterCity Festival runs January 29 to February 11. The award-winning festival returns for its seventh year, offering... [Read More...]

Two Caribbean Islands with a Touch of France Sun shines through Martinique’s rainforest canopy, lighting more shades of green than the eye can discern. Hiking paths wind among tall mahogany trees, lianas trail in rope-like ladders, giant tree ferns and fan-shaped traveler’s... [Read More...]

By Matt McDaniel, Editor Unless you’re the type of person who believes a vacation is not truly a vacation unless the fetters of technology have been severed, the travel applications detailed in this article are a must-have for your next out-of-town excursion. So, get out your... [Read More...]

History, Luxury and Island Tranquility In 1922, The Red Book of the West Indies reported “The Crane hotel occupies a high cliff on the Southeast of the Island swept by fresh, invigorating breezes. From its windows is displayed the beautiful sea, fringing with exquisite colors... [Read More...]