Sensory Travel: Destinations That Delight All Five Senses
2025-10-07Richard Shane Founder and CEO The World’s Greatest Vacations Travel is more than just seeing new places—it’s about how those places make you feel, smell, taste, and hear. In 2024 and beyond, travelers are seeking immersive, sensory-rich experiences that awaken every sense and connect them more deeply to the destination. Here are five destinations […]
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Epicurean Rail Journeys: Fine Dining on the Tracks
2025-09-29Richard Shane Founder and CEO The World’s Greatest Vacations The romance of train travel has returned, and this time, it’s plated with Michelin-level dining. Around the globe, luxury rail operators are turning train journeys into rolling gourmet experiences, serving exquisite cuisine alongside breathtaking scenery. Here’s where to indulge in five-star dining—without ever leaving your […]
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Island Hopping with a Twist: Private Yachts and Boutique Hideaways
2025-09-22Richard Shane Founder and CEO The World’s Greatest Vacations Island hopping has long been a favorite for travelers seeking sun, sea, and adventure. But today’s discerning vacationers are giving this classic itinerary a luxury upgrade. Forget crowded ferries or cookie-cutter resorts—2024’s island escapes are about privacy, personalization, and once-in-a-lifetime moments. Here’s how to explore […]
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Stargazing in Style: The Best Luxury Destinations for Dark Skies
2025-09-15Richard Shane Founder and CEO The World’s Greatest Vacations Few travel experiences rival the magic of looking up at a sky filled with stars. Away from light pollution, under the world’s clearest skies, stargazing becomes an unforgettable luxury. Pair this celestial spectacle with five-star accommodations, and you have the ultimate night under the stars. […]
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Journeys Through Time: Luxury Travel with a Historical Twist
2025-09-09Richard Shane Founder and CEO The World’s Greatest Vacations Luxury travel isn’t always about infinity pools and fine dining—it can also be about stepping into the past. Around the world, travelers are seeking experiences that combine indulgence with immersion in history, offering a chance to live, quite literally, inside the stories of centuries gone […]
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Wellness by the Waves: Oceanfront Spas Worth Traveling For
2025-09-02Richard Shane Founder and CEO The World’s Greatest Vacations There’s something inherently healing about the ocean—the rhythm of the waves, the salt in the air, the endless horizon. Now imagine combining that natural therapy with world-class spa treatments. Oceanfront spas are redefining wellness, offering travelers a chance to restore body and soul where land […]
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Unplugged & Unbothered: Digital Detox Retreats That Actually Work
2025-08-25Richard Shane Founder and CEO The World’s Greatest Vacations In a world of constant notifications, endless scrolling, and being “always on,” the idea of disconnecting can feel radical—yet it may be exactly what we need. More travelers are trading Wi-Fi for waterfalls, emails for meditation, and screen time for serene escapes. Enter the digital […]
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Luxe for Less: Where the Dollar (or Euro) Still Goes Far in Style
2025-08-18Richard Shane Founder and CEO The World’s Greatest Vacations Luxury travel doesn’t always require an unlimited budget. In fact, some of the most indulgent experiences can be found in destinations where your dollar—or euro—stretches further without compromising on style. Whether it’s savoring five-star cuisine, enjoying a private villa, or unwinding at a world-class spa, […]
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Why I Loved Explora Journeys – Part 2: The Mediterranean, Refined
2025-07-28Richard Shane Founder and CEO The World’s Greatest Vacations The only difficult part of an Explora Journeys voyage? Choosing where to go. Explora Journeys spans the globe: the Mediterranean, Northern Europe, the Caribbean, the Red Sea, South America, Iceland, Alaska—even the Amazon. I chose Rome to Barcelona, a captivating westward sailing that included Naples, […]
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Castles, Caves & Cliffside Villas: The Most Unique Luxury Stays Around the World
2025-07-28Richard Shane Founder and CEO The World’s Greatest Vacations When it comes to unforgettable travel, where you stay is just as important as where you go. For those looking to blend luxury with once-in-a-lifetime experiences, the world is brimming with incredible accommodations that go far beyond the typical five-star hotel. From sleeping in ancient […]
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