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If you ever speak to a traveller who has been on a Tauck cruise or tour, it instantly becomes clear that their experience was something else. Their eyes light up and they have no hesitation when recommending Tauck to others. It’s a reputation that family-owned Tauck has worked hard to cultivate since its beginnings in 1925, according to vice president of global sales and reservations Steve Spivak. It’s this principle that provided the groundwork for Tauck’s unique four pillars on which it bases every experience. 1. NEVER SETTLE FOR ORDINARY While Tauck travels every continent and offers more than 170 itineraries across land, river and sea, not a single one is allowed to be average. “Tauck never settles for ordinary,” explains Spivak. “If it can’t deliver exceptional in a destination,…
My favourite kind of travel has always revolved around seeking out culture. On a trip to New York City as a 17-year-old student, the Edward Hopper and Jean-Michel Basquiat paintings I saw in its museums left an indelible mark; as did watching a Knicks basketball game at Madison Square Garden: both experiences a portal to understanding the place I was in. And so I was excited to bring our annual 100 issue to life as an ode to cultural experiences. Whether expressed through art and architecture, food and festivals, customs and traditions, culture is a driving force behind travel for so many of us. Experiences can be grand journeys, such as cruising the Nile to take in the scale of Egypt’s history. Or they can take the form of simple…
Onboard Sun Princess Magic shows in secret bars. Adults-only pools with views. Live shows every night. Expectations are high, but what is Princess Cruises’ most elevated ship really like? We cruise from Athens to Barcelona onboard the 4300-guest Sun Princess to find out. How to avoid overtourism Sick of travelling to places only to find them overcrowded and overrated? Well, we’ve found some lesser-known destinations you can swap out for the tourist hotspots that truly pack a punch, maybe even more so than their popular counterparts. YOUR GUIDE TO PALM BEACH Luxury and leisure collide to create the ultimate oasis on Florida’s coast, with lavish hotels, top-notch food and stunning beaches just scratching the surface. If you’re keen to see what all the fuss is about, here’s where to eat,…
ALPINE IDYLL The storied Kulm Hotel put St. Moritz on the map as a high-end ski haven when it was established in 1878. Following its latest reimagining, the Swiss hotel has revealed an opulent layering of art and design that pays tribute to the heritage of the hotel as the birthplace of winter tourism. This vibrant alchemy of pattern, kaleidoscopic colour and texture has re-established the hotel as a hub for the arts in the Alpine community. Turn to page 34 for more.…
NOMAD | Places The Ligurian landscape beckons in the first of a new series of cookbooks presented by Belmond and cult interior design magazine Apartamento that will drop anchor in culinary communities around the world. Woven into Liguria: Recipes & Wanderings Along the Italian Riveria are essays by writers such as Luca Cesari and recipes by chef Corrado Corti, who runs the kitchens at Splendido, A Belmond Hotel, Portofino. It’s a creative meditation on regional cuisine. belmond.com IT…
LIVE THE DREAM Pure Amazon is the new Abercrombie & Kent riverboat aimed at nature lovers and thrillseekers across the globe. Named for the pristine beauty of the Amazon River, this new luxe way to discover Peru’s rich biodiversity embodies A&K’s commitment to sustainable exploration and cultural immersion. Eyeball the schedule and add a river cruise to your bucket list. abercrombiekent.com.au A case in point The celebrated Australian luxury brand MAISON de SABRÉ has expanded into the travel sector with its range of hard-shell luggage and travel apparel. Hero pieces in the collection – inspired by celebrities strutting their stuff through airports – include The Carry On, designed with advanced durability, and The Weekender Tote, which is perfect for seamless travel integration and a touch of swagger. Complete the look…
