Whether it’s for business, pleasure, vacation, world domination, or epic questing, at some point in our lives we all depart from the comfort of our personal “Shire” to visit another location. It might be a quick trip to the next town over for a business conference or a massive adventure halfway around the world for months at a time.Our normal routines get completely thrown out the window when traveling
Ask anyone who’s been to Barbados what they loved the most and they will say; ‘the people’. Barbadians are known for their warm and welcoming disposition, love for life and sense of fun. There’s no better way to get a feel for Barbados’ vibrant Caribbean Culture than to see how they celebrate during the many […]
A recent report by the British government makes the case that more not less automation is needed to create new jobs to provide work for the population. How does this counter-intuitive mindset change how we prepare people for work in the future?
Starting just outside the Lake District National Park in the centre of the market town of Kendal, this mountain bike ride enjoys a mixture of mostly quiet roads and a variety of off-road terrain. Ridgeback A hilly road climb to the west of Kendal (the same hill that is used for finish for the Gateshead […]
Often called “The Jewel of the North”, Harrogate attracts visitors for its urban charms, stunning gardens and its position as a Gateway to the Dales. It is close to Nidderdale, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, as well as the UNESCO world heritage site of Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal Water Garden. Within easy travelling […]
We all know that Alpine resorts can be a huge draw for visitors during the winter months, attracting skiers and snowboarders, but did you know that in Switzerland – unlike in France where the tendency is to choose the mountains in Winter and the coast in Summer – the Alps continue to lure tourists? The […]
The US House Judiciary Committee sends a letter to google over DNS-over-HTTPS concerns, Facebook will reportedly pay a minority of organizations for content in its News section, and WeWork delays its IPO.
Here’s a round-up of luxury travel stories that have caught the eye this week. To make sure you receive these new weekly alerts in your web browser, please click on the red bell icon in the bottom right hand corner of the page and click ‘subscribe’ (works on desktop only – for other ways to […]
People often ask me if there is more to it than just a fancy meal and a bed when flying first class. Well, there surely is. Aside from all the extras you get on the plane, there are tons of perks before and after your flight too. One of them is having access to the […]
Google claims to achieve quantum supremacy, Microsoft opens sign ups for a private Project xCloud beta, and Facebook says it will not block speech by politicians that violates policies if it’s newsworthy.
Facebook begins testing hiding reactions in Australia, Apple plans for theatrical runs prior to releasing TV+ movies on the service, and a DoorDash hack exposes information on 4.9 million people.
On completion of its construction in 2012, The Alpina Gstaad was the first five star hotel to be opened in Gstaad for over a century. Set in five acres in the Bernese Oberland, the hotel blends traditional Swiss architecture with contemperary flair – both inside and out. This 56-room luxury hotel is co-owned by Jean […]
With a fraction of what you would normally spend on a trip to Europe, we promise you that you can enjoy a luxurious trip to Egypt, one of the most historical and cultural countries in the world. Discover some of the most amazing attractions and learn all there is to know about the mesmerizing history […]
Developer Riley Testut has released a project called AltStore which lets you run an alternative app store on iOS including Testut’s own Nintendo emulator called Delta using Apple’s AltServer application. What does Apple do and will there be repercussions?
Starring Tom Merritt, Sarah Lane, Roger Chang, Justin Robert Young.
With its rich and diverse tourism offering, its privileged position within the heart of Europe and its incredible location on the northern shore of Lake Geneva, the Olympic capital of Lausanne is not just a famous sporting city but also a cultural one that springs to life during the Summer months. The Summer is also […]
It’s true; the plains of Africa, and the rainforests of Asia and South America, offer some of the most thrilling wildlife experiences on the planet. However, along with traditional safari wildlife encounters, there’s a whole host of unbelievable destinations and wildlife encounters you might never have thought about. From Alaskan grizzlies to the birds of […]
Built over a century ago, in 1915, the historic 140-room Lausanne Palace is a 5-star hotel in Lausanne. A member of Swiss Deluxe Hotels and Leading Hotels of the World, this Belle Epoque hotel faces out towards the city at the front and enjoys Alpine vistas across Lake Geneva (which goes by the preferred name […]
Amazon has revealed a raft of product announcements at its 2019 hardware event we dig and see what’s what. Plus Mark Zuckerberg announced a software update to the Oculus Quest and unveiled Facebook’s new VR environment.
Starring Tom Merritt, Sarah Lane, Scott Johnson, Roger Chang
Kuo predicts next year’s iPhone will look like iPhone 4, Microsoft starts taking signups for Project XCloud and Amazon starts a cross-platform voice assistant initiative.
Autumn is a lovely time to visit the Algarve with temperatures typically 20-25 degrees Centigrade throughout September and October, with bright sunshine. Here, Algarve Tourism share with us a number of events going on this during this period to make your visit memorable. Algarve Nature Festival The annual Algarve Nature Fest will take place on […]
Last week Valve lost a case in a Paris district court to decide if Steam customers had the right to resell the games they purchased on the site. Patrick Beja gives us insight into the thinking behind the decision and what it means for customers across Europe.
Starring Tom Merritt, Sarah Lame, Patrick Beja, Roger Chang
Luxury yacht charters are becoming more accessible the world over, catering to anything from a single guest to 150 at dockside functions; and it is for this reason that corporate event charters in the Mediterranean – the first and most popular yacht charter grounds – are an integral way to make your company stand out […]
Google claims to have achieved quantum supremacy after completing an experiment with a quantum computer in 3 minutes and 20 seconds that would have taken the traditional super computer, Summit, 10,000 years to solve.
With 8,516,000 km², Brazil is the largest country in South America and one of the ten largest in the world. Apart from the world-famous cities of Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo, the country has a number of places that invite you to experience isolation and connection with nature – whether in the heart of the […]
Google claims it has achieved quantum supremacy, Uber’s license to operate in London is set to expire, and the backing currencies for Libra are revealed.
Here’s a round-up of luxury travel stories that have caught the eye this week. To make sure you receive these new weekly alerts in your web browser, please click on the red bell icon in the bottom right hand corner of the page and click ‘subscribe’ (works on desktop only – for other ways to […]
Over the last decade, Sri Lanka has seen a deserving rise in tourism, becoming the place to go for holidaymakers and travel bloggers alike. The revered Tear Drop island of the Indian Ocean is a beautifully spirited nation; its flag is the only one of its kind in the world to recognise three religious’ beliefs: […]
YouTube overhauled its channel verification system, the Wall Street Journal reports that Amazon changed its search to surface more profitable items, and Huawei releases the Mate 30 Pro.
While planning a trip to Greece, it is impossible not to stubble upon a number of museums and archaeological sites that will catch your eye and will soon be a part of your itinerary. No matter if you’re about to hop from one Cycladic island to another, or if you’re going on a road trip […]