Author Archives: Ales Struna

JOTS Luxury Travel Newsletter: April 2012

Welcome to our first JOTS – Luxury Travel newsletter! A personal note from Ales My son and I just returned from a wonderful 3 day skiing trip to Whistler, Canada. It is something we do every year in spring and … Continue reading

Around the World in a Private Jet: Let your dreams take flight

I have done several round the world trips and find it to be an amazing experience seeing the world this way. Travcoa, one of our preferred luxury travel tour operators, offers some exciting itineraries, including a round the world trip … Continue reading

Hurtigruten: A coastal voyage through Norway’s fjords

Hurtigruten is not a luxury cruise line per se but the journey is so extraordinary that it deserves a special place in our Luxury Cruise category. The 12 day return trip from Bergen to Kirkenes will take you to 34 … Continue reading

Seabourn: Intimate luxury cruising

Cruising one of Seabourn’s ships, or should I say yachts, is unlike any other form of travel. The experience is luxurious, yet relaxed — elegant, yet casual — sumptuous, yet understated. Seabourn’s intimate ships visit the most desirable destinations worldwide, … Continue reading

Rayavadee: A piece of heaven in Thailand

Reading about the Rayavadee Resort is like something coming straight out of a fairy tale. This 5 star luxury resort located in Thailand’s Southern province of Krabi is the perfect place to stay if you are looking to get away … Continue reading

Voyages to Antiquity: Cruises to ancient civilizations

Combining the comfort of boutique-style cruising with the very best of cultural travel, Voyages to Antiquity is very unique to other cruise lines by offering an opportunity to explore the rich history and colorful culture of western civilization, as well … Continue reading

Canada’s Westcoast: Tofino & the Pacific Rim National Park

Living in Vancouver I frequently go to Vancouver Island, especially to Tofino on the West Coast of the island. It’s the perfect place to just get away, go for long walks on one of the many amazing beaches, take a … Continue reading

World Cruises: Experience the world in luxury & comfort

More and more cruise lines are offering an itinerary which spans around the entire globe. I am very intrigued by this trend as I have done a few round the world trips myself, however, those were done by air. Circumnavigating … Continue reading

Jimbaran Puri Bali: An Orient Express Luxury Resort

The Jimbaran Puri Bali, part of the Orient Express hotels, is one of the original properties on Jimbaran Beach. Set on one of the most breathtaking beaches in Bali this resort provides an intimate and exclusive setting. A white sand … Continue reading

Crystal Cruises: Luxury cruising at it’s best

Crystal Cruise Lines is one of the most luxurious and most awarded cruise lines in the world. Aboard the two highest-rated ships in the world, Crystal Symphony and Crystal Serenity, you will discover the hallmarks of Crystal… extraordinary service, abundant … Continue reading