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Notes on properties, ships, and places I've come to know well. A luxury travel blog written by someone who books these trips, not just writes about them.


5 Reasons Curacao Needs To Be On Your Caribbean Radar
When it comes to planning a trip where the fun in the sun and beaches you only see on television are concerned, the Caribbean is one of the premier destinations in the world. It is an area that people flock from all over to admire the beauty and fun the Caribbean delivers. Often when people think about going to the Caribbean, they look into visiting St. Kitts, Grand Cayman, Saint Martin, or Antigua. These are amazing places that have so much to offer visitors, but they are no
Alex Ziselman
Aug 25, 20223 min read


Antigua: More Than Just The Beaches
Antigua is situated in the Caribbean east, southeast of St. Kitts and north of Guadeloupe and Dominica. It is a picturesque island that people dream of visiting when they fantasize about a Caribbean getaway. Antigua is categorized by its beautiful ocean views and turquoise blue waters. What most people don't realize is that there is a lot more to this island than just the beaches. There are beautiful beaches like Half Moon Bay, Dickenson Bay, Galley Bay, and Valley Church.
Alex Ziselman
Jul 14, 20222 min read


15 Reasons to Use a Professional Travel Advisor to book your next vacation
1. You already hire experts to get a better result We are all quick to call an expert when we are in a jam or out of our skillset; mechanic, accountant, attorney, dentist, or plumber. From cutting our hair to preparing our taxes, there are just some tasks that are better left for the pros. Travel is one of the biggest three purchases you’ll make in your life after a home and car (or college tuition if that’s in the cards for you). You use experts to save yourself time and s
Alex Ziselman
Jan 5, 20228 min read


My Review of Cliff House Maine
Cliff House Maine Property Overview Perched on the panoramic Cape of Neddick, this place began its life as an simple seaside inn in 1872, but these days it aims to fill the area's luxury void with stunning decor that will turn city folks into immediate fans. This hotel never rests on its laurels despite being on the heels of a major expansion that has to date included a stunning 9,000-sq-ft spa, two new dining rooms and a comprehensive recreational roster (not to mention add
Alex Ziselman
Sep 20, 20214 min read


Planning a St. Lucia Vacation? Choose Sugar Beach for an amazing Experience!
Sugar Beach is a Viceroy Resort located in St. Lucia. This iconic and luxurious resort has been a mainstay on this Caribbean Island for many years, dating all the way back to when it was originally a sugar plantation. However, the resort has recently embarked on a few upgrades to make your stay better than ever! From the day Sugar Beach originally opened, guests have been able to walk along the soft pristine sand of St. Lucia’s infamous Sugar Beach. In the distance, the twin
Alex Ziselman
Aug 23, 20213 min read


Sugar Beach in St Lucia
ISLAND SECLUSION, MAJESTIC VIEWS It’s clear from your first walk on the soft white sand: This luxury St. Lucia resort is here to renew you. Enjoy the privacy and beauty of 100 acres of pristine rainforest on the Caribbean Sea. It’s all at the site of an 18th-century sugar plantation and in the embrace of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Pitons. Seek seclusion in private accommodations amid vibrant gardens and soaring trees. Take the opportunity to reconnect and reflect as you
Alex Ziselman
Jun 14, 20211 min read


Daios Cove - Luxury Resort and Villas on Crete, Greece
Crete is the largest of the Greek islands and is in the Mediterranean Sea between the Sea of Crete and the Libyan Sea, south of the Peloponnese. Crete is approximately 160 miles long and 37 miles wide. If there was a beauty contest for Greek islands, Crete would surely be among the favorites. Indeed, some say there is no place on earth like Crete. Crete is well known for its seas and beaches but it has a very contrasting landscape. The island goes from fertile coastal plain
Alex Ziselman
May 30, 20214 min read


Would you like to stay in an underwater villa?
You can at the Conrad Maldives Rangali Island...Or you can dine underwater! The Muraka Experience Above water, enjoy living and dining areas fitting of one of the world’s most exclusive residences. * Two bedrooms and a bathroom with ocean-facing tub * Outdoor deck with infinity pool * Private 24-hour butler and private chef * On-call fitness trainer and spa treatments * Private jet skis Make your way down the spiral staircase or elevator to your private underwater aquarium an
Alex Ziselman
May 9, 20212 min read


My Review of The Chanler at Cliff Walk in Newport Rhode Island
While choosing our first vacation in over a year we considered several options but decided on Newport, RI. It is one of our favorite places to visit. Newport is a seaside city on Aquidneck Island in Newport County, Rhode Island. It is located in Narragansett Bay approximately 74 miles south of Boston and 180 miles northeast of New York City. It is known as a New England summer resort town and is famous for its historic mansions and its rich sailing history. It was the locat
Alex Ziselman
Apr 19, 20215 min read


5 Hawaii Resorts Visited by Reality TV
Reality TV shows love a trip to the Aloha State. The best thing about it is that the reality stars stay at hotels and resorts that people who live their lives outside of the spotlight can stay at, too. Relive the drama at these five Hawaiian spots. Four Seasons Resort Lanai In season two of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, the group heads to Lanai to celebrate the birthday of Kyle’s husband Mauricio, who may be one of the best househusbands across the entire franchise. T
Alex Ziselman
Mar 15, 20213 min read


The Best Adults Only Resort in Cancun
Le Blanc Spa Resort Cancun Le Blanc Spa Resort Cancun is my number one recommendation for adults only luxury at an all inclusive resort in Cancun. It is consistently raved about from my clients, colleagues and even #1 rated on TripAdvisor. Set on an idyllic white sand beach overlooking the serene blue Caribbean Sea, Le Blanc Spa Resort Cancun beckons with an experience that takes luxury to another level. Newly transformed, this luxe, adults-only, all-inclusive once again ra
Alex Ziselman
Feb 12, 20212 min read


How to kick-start your Love life... No Flowers or Candy required!
Are you one of those modern couples who already has all the pots, pans and china that you could ever use? One of the latest trends in Honeymoon/Romance travel is the use of a “Honeymoon Registry”. I can work with you to choose the perfect honeymoon and, once the reservation is made, I can help you set up an online registry through which you can have your guests contribute to the cost of the trip, instead of purchasing another silver flower vase! I recently had a bridal couple
Alex Ziselman
Feb 9, 20213 min read


5 Reasons Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi Resort Should Be on Your Bucket List
I am excited to get back to ultra-luxe bucket list travel. The Maldives are open for tourism with reasonable and safe Covid-19 protocols currently in place. The Maldives is a nation of islands in the Indian ocean that spans across the equator. They have coral reefs that account for 5% of the planet's reefs which offer vivid bands of color. The small islands have white, soft sand surrounded by the clearest shallow waters imaginable. This is the perfect destination for a buc
Alex Ziselman
Nov 8, 20202 min read
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