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The rules of travel to Europe have changed. Starting in 2024, anyone traveling from one of some 60 visa-exempt countries is required to have authorization to enter most European countries. The process should only take minutes, cost $7, and approvals will be given almost immediately once the payment has gone through. But there are many things to consider. Not least the fact there are several scam websites trying to steal your personal information with fake ETIAS applications. ETIAS is currently not in operation and no applications are collected at this point. However, if you want to make sure the ETIAS application doesn’t disrupt your 2024 travel plans and that you’re fully prepared, you’ll want to check out our answers to the most common questions surrounding its rollout.

The biggest attraction of island resorts in the Maldives is being able to leave the frenetic pace and stress of the world behind. Some resorts, however, with their over-attentive staff and bustling social hubs don't understand this. Hurawalhi island resort, on the other hand, claims to be designed especially for sophisticated idleness—allowing you to guiltlessly do nothing so you can experience complete immersion and disconnection.

One of the smaller luxury resorts in the Maldives, Kudadoo uses its size as one of its major advantages. Not only do guests have a private island with only fourteen other residences (all overwater) to themselves, the compact eco-resort is 100% powered solely by the sun. These credentials have placed the resort on the radar of travelers who care about seclusion and not leaving a huge footprint. It has also led to Kudadoo Maldives private island receiving numerous accolades, including The World’s Best New Luxury Hotel by Luxury Travel Intelligence (2018) and first place in the Sustainable Resort category (2019) at The Hospitality Design Awards.

As far as modern adventures go, they don't come much more thrilling than exploring renowned destinations in an exotic supercar. ‍Acclaimed as the world’s greatest driving adventure, The Run to Monaco takes this concept to the extreme. It combines the finest supercars ever built with spectacular roads and the world's most glamorous race to create an utterly unique and exhilarating driving spectacle. ‍A true journey of a lifetime, participants are treated to a fully-curated experience consisting of the finest cuisine, accomodation, and entertainment on the planet. Not to mention, it all culminates in a Monaco Grand Prix VIP experience that is the epitome of extravagance and glamor.‍The upcoming Run to Monaco 2023 gets underway on May 19th in Rome, makes its way through Tuscany and Portofino, and ends on May 25 in Monaco, the weekend of the F1 Grand Prix.‍

Of all the hidden sanctuaries tucked away in the clear emerald waters and white sandy islands of the Maldives, Cheval Blanc Randheli is the most elegant and impressive. This is the inevitable result of one of the world’s leading luxury hotel groups, LVMH, deciding to put down its roots in one of the world’s most spectacular destinations: the Maldives.

Over 40 years ago, luxury property developer David Victor Johnson suffered a paralyzing neck injury. Left with several bolts screwed in his neck, David’s priorities were suddenly put into perspective. Instead of continuing the path he was on, he decided to dedicate the rest of his life to creating unique, generational properties that exist in harmony with nature. Fast forward several decades, David turned his attention to creating the ultimate sustainable, private island paradise. He searched for over 6 years and visited 13 countries trying to find the perfect location.

Few destinations in the world boast ancient archeological sites, quaint whitewashed villages, stunning beaches, epic party islands, and world-class cuisine. Greece is one of them. The Mediterranean country is made up of a mountainous mainland and 6,000 idyllic islands and islets—only 227 of which are inhabited—dotted in the crystal-clear Aegean and Ionian Seas. With natural beauty abound and endless things to do and see, the only problem with traveling to Greece is figuring out the best way to spend your time there.

Few products sit at the vanguard of technology, design, and craftsmanship. Only a small handful of companies in the world dedicate resources to testing crazy ideas, breaking new ground, and achieving the impossible. The result of such labors of love is pieces of art that act as testaments to the ever-expanding limits of human potential. They are like diamonds—only possible due to huge spans of time and an immense amount of pressure and force. Everyone wants to own these precious diamonds, but, due to being so exclusive, not everyone can get their hands on them.

Luxury vacations are packed full of exclusive events and activities. However, if they are missing the personal touch that allows for individual expression and discovery, they will always feel like something is missing. Booking a vacation through a standard commercial agency or with a large hotel or resort chain often leads to this disappointing feeling. Their specialty is helping thousands of people travel. This means the individual with their personal tastes and preferences are overlooked and all but forgotten.

With crowded cities and hours of screen time as staples of modern life, going away on a retreat has never been so necessary and valuable. To fully disconnect from the modern world and reconnect with yourself, strong and sophisticated measures are required. Thankfully, several cutting-edge and ultra-luxurious wellness retreats are powerful enough for complete renewal and rejuvenation—even if you're living the most high-stress life. So, are you ready for a full physical and mental reboot or to realize some other profound inner and outer transformation? Check out our pick of the top five luxury wellness retreats around the globe in 2022.

It's not difficult to find a “luxury” travel experience. The problem is, the word “luxury” has been abused and degraded over years of deceiving marketing and promotion campaigns. You cannot plan an elite-level vacation based on marketing language. If you are a discerning and seasoned traveler who wants nothing less than the best, you have to find different criteria. So what are these factors that help in judging the quality of a villa or hotel? What are the ingredients that make a “luxury” villa or hotel truly luxurious?

The market of luxury villa rentals is growing at a rapid pace and shows no signs of slowing down. This is presenting an exciting opportunity for luxury villa owners across the globe. Guests are traveling further and wider—seeking privacy and comfort in ever more exotic and remote destinations. The 21st-century traveler is also looking for greater safety, and, crucially, to save more of their most precious resource: time. Taking an international trip or vacation, therefore, needs to be smooth and hassle-free from the first second to the final moment when they arrive home.