Do the toilets flush the opposite way in New Zealand? 12 common questions I get about New Zealand.
For whatever reason, there are a lot of random questions that come up about New Zealand, this tiny island nation at the bottom of the world. However, it wasn’t until my friends began asking me for videos of a toilet flush, that I knew I needed to do a better job at educating.
The 5 biggest misconceptions when it comes to using a travel advisor.
I’ve heard people ask, “Why would I need a travel advisor when I can use Google to do it myself?” or that perhaps “it sounds expensive to use a travel advisor.” Alas, today I'm here today to address the five biggest misconceptions I hear the most when it comes to trusting someone else with your trip.
The hotel insider: Belmond Cap Juluca
Tucked away on the sparkling shores of Maundays Bay in Anguilla, Belmond Cap Juluca is the ultimate island hideaway. If you're dreaming of endless white-sand beaches, crystal-clear waters, and luxurious, laid-back elegance, this is the place to be.
Let me walk you through what makes this resort such a hidden gem in the Caribbean.
Travel Insurance FAQs
We receive lots of good questions about travel insurance, so in this blog post we’re sharing them and our answers in an FAQ style. We hope you find it useful!
Get to know the founder: 12 facts about me (Abbay!)
Travel is personal. Between all the calls, emails, and texts from the first call to the time my clients get home, my clients end up becoming my friends (which makes this a super fun job!).
Let’s get to know each other. I’m sharing 12 facts about me and would love to hear if we have any in common…
The Beauty of Bhutan
Abbay traveled to Bhutan in early 2024 with Rebecca Recommends and its DMC partner, Ventours International. Her report was featured in the Luxury Travel Advisor magazine.
An Englishman in Paris: Top 5 Highlights
Hi, my name is Chris and I'm Abbay's Escapes' first hire. I'm also Abbay's husband (which may have helped me get the job!) and guest blog writer this month. Nice to meet you!
Today I'm going to be sharing with you my top 5 highlights as an Englishman in Paris.
Is luxury travel for you? 6 things you didn’t know about luxury travel.
Luxury travel isn't what it used to be. Years ago, luxury travel was synonymous with 5-star hotels, each with a luxury cookie-cutter vibe and a Michelin-starred restaurant. While there is nothing wrong with those things, luxury travel has since evolved. These days it's less about the sheet count and boujee chandeliers and more about authentic and meaningful experiences tailored for the individual traveler…
The hotel insider: Chablé Maroma.
Let’s talk about my current hotel crush. I’m loving Chable Maroma, a member of one of my favorite Mexican boutique hotel brands, Chable Hotels, with a unique focus on sustainability, architecture, and design.
The hotel insider: Sensei, Lana’i.
Sensei Lana'i is like no other hotel property in all of Hawaii. Why? The location might be the biggest factor. Sensei is perfectly situated in the heart of Lana'i, a lesser-known Hawaiian island. Some even call Lana'i Hawaii's last unspoiled island.