Top Travel Destinations for 2013 – Part II

Luxe Travel brings you our list of the hottest top travel destinations for 2013.

Amsterdam

Amsterdam is always a attractive destination, known for its miles of canals, beautifully landscaped parks, cobbled streets and old world charm. The city of Amsterdam can be whatever you desire; from romantic tours through the canals, artistic excursions through museums such as Van Gogh and Rijksmuseum, iconic imagery of Amsterdam’s famed windmills, or entertaining and colorful festivals such as the family friendly Tulip Festival. Amsterdam is celebrating many landmark anniversaries in the upcoming months, making it a top travel destination for 2013. The Canal Ring that traverses Amsterdam marks its 400^th year of intersecting waterways through the city. In addition, the Rijksmuseum is commemorating a full renovation, The Royal Concert Orchestra turns 125 and the Artis Royal Zoo celebrates 175 remarkable years. Luxe Travel Advisors recommend staying at the historical Sofitel Legend The Grand Amsterdam hotel, with legendary suites dating as far back as 1578.

Top Travel Destinations for 2013 – Part I

Luxe Travel brings you our list of the hottest top travel destinations for 2013.

Myanmar

Since opening its gates to outside visitors in 2010, Myanmar is fast becoming an exotic new locale for those travelers who’ve seen it all. Even if you haven’t been everywhere, Myanmar will delight you with friendly people, its golden lands and rich archeological sites. Myanmar, formally Burma, borders China and Thailand to the north and east, and the Bay of Bengal to the west. To fully enjoy all the country has to offer, let a Luxe Travel Advisor select a tour highlighting Burmese temples, scenic Inle Lake, the colorful markets of Mandalay and local cuisine and culture. Experience an authentic lunch with the Intha family, sitting on pillows and eating from low tables. If you visit Myanmar in early winter or late fall, ask your Luxe Travel Advisor about adding on an early morning hot-air balloon flight over the plains of Bagan. In mid-April, come for the Burmese New Year Water Festival which celebrations including water throwing to wash away sins, traditional dances and parades.

Try a Luxury Vacation with a Local "Staycation"

Whether it’s limited vacation days, weather conditions, or a simple desire to stay closer to home, staycations are becoming more popular all around the country. These vacations allow a person to take time off work and enjoy local areas rather than travel far from home. And what better time of year to try a staycation than during the holidays. Avoid the stress of holiday travel when your travel doesn’t range far from home.

Prague as a Luxury Destination

See why Prague and the Czech Republic are a top class luxury destination

Often an overlooked destination, Prague offers a beautiful blend of Western European luxury and Eastern European history. Once part of the soviet bloc, Prague and the Czech Republic may seem like a forgotten city of the cold war. Dig deeper in the city and find baroque churches alongside bohemian boutiques, an emergence of unique cuisine and gorgeous deluxe accommodations.

A Great Concierge Helps Turn Travel into Luxury Travel

Want a true native experience? Work with your luxury travel advisor AND your hotel's concierge to gain access to the best local events with insider benefits. 

It’s Christmastime in New York City

New York City offers a wondrous mix of magic, luxury and activity for every type of visitor. Winter in New York City holds more magic when the splendor of the holiday season adorns the city streets with majestic Christmas trees, dazzling shows and illuminating Christmas window displays. Contact a Luxe Travel Adivsor to schedule your luxury getaway to one of the finest cities in the world, New York.

Top 6 Luxury Ski Resorts

The weather is turning colder and it's time to start thinking about where to book this year’s ski vacation. Luxe Travel Advisors recommend the following luxury ski resorts with exclusive amenities and travel packages for you and your family through the Virtuoso travel program.

For the ultimate in luxury travel, have your luxury travel advisor make reservations for you at one of the city’s most prestigious addresses: The Surrey.

Perhaps a trip to “The City,” as those who live close to Manhattan call it, is a quick hop, skip, and a jump for you to take in a play or to have a special dinner. Or maybe it’s a weekend away from the kids. Or maybe it’s a luxury travel week in Manhattan with theater, wonderful cuisine, and shopping, shopping, shopping. And of course, there are fabulous places to stay.  There’s always something exciting going on, day and night, in “the city that never sleeps.” Whatever the reason, Manhattan is an incredible place to visit, any time of the year.

Rocco Forte Christmas Specials

Christmas is a magical time and Rocco Forte hotels are making it more magical with exclusive specials for Virtuoso travel advisors and Luxe Travel.

The Rocco Forte Difference

3…2…1…Happy New Year!

Are you looking for an escape from the traditional noise and crowds of a New Year’s Eve celebration? Look no further than the Chateau de La Barre in the Loire Valley of France. Celebrate New Year’s Eve with a festive gala dinner, hosted by the Comte and Comtesse de Vanssay in their 17^thcentury grand dining room of the Chateau de La Barre.