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Split, Croatia: The Adriatic City Where Ancient History Meets Modern Luxury
Scenic view of the Adriatic coast in Croatia with small boats anchored near a charming coastal village surrounded by lush greenery and historic architecture. Some destinations reveal themselves immediately. Others ask you to slow down, look beyond the obvious, and allow your character to emerge. Split belongs firmly to the second category. Set against the brilliant blue of the Adriatic, Croatia’s second-largest city is often introduced as a gateway to the Dalmatian islands. F
Jason Moniz
Jul 124 min read


The Luxury Travel Trends That Will Define the Second Half of 2026
Every year, travel has its own personality. Some years are defined by destinations, others by technology and others by changing traveller behaviour. But as we approach the second half of 2026, something more interesting is taking place. Luxury travel is becoming increasingly personal. Not more extravagant. Not more complicated. Simply more intentional. The travellers shaping the industry are no longer asking: "Where is everyone else going?" They are asking: "What kind of expe
Jason Moniz
Jun 302 min read


If You Could Only Return to One Destination for the Rest of Your Life, Where Would It Be?
There is a particular question that tends to emerge whenever travellers gather over dinner. Sometimes it appears between courses, sometimes over a glass of wine and sometimes, somewhere between stories of missed flights and unforgettable sunsets. The question is deceptively simple: If you could only return to one destination for the rest of your life, where would it be? Not visit once. Do not revisit occasionally. But return to, year after year, as your one enduring place in
Jason Moniz
Jun 283 min read


Why Most Travellers Are Already Planning Winter 2026/2027?
Luxury travel has always been about access. In 2026, it is increasingly about foresight. As summer begins to unfold across Europe, beach clubs are filling, airport lounges are bustling, and millions of travellers are eagerly anticipating their long-awaited holidays. Yet among the most seasoned travellers, attention is already drifting elsewhere. Not towards July or August, but towards the Winter. Because while much of the world is focused on the present season, experienced tr
Jason Moniz
Jun 233 min read


The Best Father's Day Gift Isn't a Tie, a Watch, or a Gadget. It's Time.
Celebrating Father's Day with love and style, featuring classic ties and a heartfelt message. Father's Day arrives every year with the same familiar question: "What should I get Dad?" A new watch. A bottle of his favourite drink. A gift voucher. A gadget he may or may not use. They're thoughtful gestures, of course. But as we get older, something becomes increasingly clear. The gifts we remember most are rarely things. They're experiences, moments, memories and time spent tog
Jason Moniz
Jun 213 min read


The New Luxury Travel Trend Nobody Saw Coming: The Return of the Journey
Gourmet dining experience aboard a luxury private jet, complete with champagne and an exquisite salad, embodying the essence of opulent travel. For years, travellers have been obsessed with the destination. The hotel, the beach, the villa, the restaurant reservation, and the view. And whilst these elements remain important, something interesting is happening within luxury travel in 2026. The journey itself is becoming part of the luxury experience once again. After decades of
Jason Moniz
Jun 162 min read


Would You Rather Visit 10 Countries or Truly Experience One?
A traveller proudly displays a well-worn passport featuring various stamps, a testament to adventures and visits to places like Machu Picchu, set against a backdrop of majestic mountains. There is a question that divides travellers more than almost any other. Would you rather visit ten countries in two weeks… Or spend two weeks fully immersing yourself in one destination? At first glance, the answer seems obvious. More countries mean more experiences, more cultures, more memo
Jason Moniz
Jun 142 min read


Florida Reimagined: The Luxury Side of the Sunshine State That Most Travellers Never See
Aerial view of a vibrant Florida coastal town, featuring picturesque waterways, marinas with boats, and modern residential buildings set against the backdrop of the stunning blue ocean. For decades, Florida has occupied a familiar place in the minds of British travellers. Mention Florida, and most people immediately think of theme parks, family holidays, and bustling attractions. And whilst there is no denying the appeal of Orlando and its world-famous entertainment, there is
Jason Moniz
Jun 93 min read


If Hotels Could Talk: The Stories Hidden Inside the World's Great Properties
A tranquil evening at a luxury hotel, with palm trees silhouetted against a vibrant sunset sky, overlooking a serene poolside setting adorned with loungers and umbrellas. Something is fascinating about great hotels. Not their architecture. Not their restaurants. Not even their service. But the stories they quietly hold. Every hotel room, every corridor, every terrace overlooking a city skyline or a distant ocean has witnessed moments that will never appear in a brochure. Mome
Jason Moniz
Jun 73 min read
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