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Luxury hotel and travel company Belmond will host a virtual cooking class with Michelin star chef Raymond Blanc live on Instagram as part of its blossoming Invitations program. Belmond, which operates some of the world’s most luxurious hotels, train services and river cruises throughout the world, has seen a significant downturn in business due to... View Article

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From his humble roots selling photographs at a swap meet in Los Angeles to working with global brands and selling a single image for $18,000, Gray Malin has become one of the world’s most exciting photographers. His work is easily recognizable — whimsical, dreamlike images of some of the planet’s prettiest spots. He’s shot everywhere... View Article

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At this time of year, in normal times, thousands of people would be planning their trip to the French Riviera. The beautiful stretch of coastline is at its best in spring, but this year the bustling strips of Monaco and Saint Tropez will more more-or-less deserted. If your Monte-Carlo vacation has been canceled due to... View Article

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He went from being a director of music videos and a celebrity photographer to becoming one of the most renowned and record-setting polar explorers of our day. Sebastian Copeland is also an award-winning nature photographer and activist who fights to bring awareness of the climate crisis to the forefront. Here, he shares his stories with... View Article

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The Covid-19 pandemic has brought a near-total halt to the travel industry. Our vacations have been canceled, your vacations have been canceled and right now there is no telling when we might return to normal. However, thanks to the wonders of modern technology, we can traverse the globe from the safety of our own homes.... View Article

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Swiss hotel brand Le Bijou has leveraged its state-of-the-art, fully automated accommodations to provide a safe environment for guests to self-isolate if they suspect they have contracted Covid-19. The Quarantine Apartments allow guests to live in complete isolation whilst enjoying many of the amenities and services of a luxury hotel. Each unit is completely automated... View Article

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Giving back while traveling allows you to connect on a deeper level with the planet, local communities and philanthropists aiming to improve the world in which we live. We may not be able to travel right now owing to the Covid-19 crisis, but once life returns to normal we all need to be kinder to... View Article

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One of the most illuminating (and fun) ways to truly experience a destination is through its food and drink. Embark on an eight-country, 15-day journey with TCS World Travel and uncover the best delicacies and distilleries at every turn. The tour begins in Kentucky — aka bourbon country — where you’ll meet fellow guests for... View Article

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A new hands-on conservation experience in the Seychelles will allow guests to learn how to preserve the delicate eco-system while enjoying naturally beautiful and luxurious surroundings. Part of the exceptional Blue Safari Seychelles: Alphonse, Bijoutier and St Francois islands form a pristine paradise in the Seychelles Archipelago, considered one of the purest natural idylls in... View Article

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US hotels have committed to helping the government’s Covid-19 response by providing vital accommodation for first responders. The new program aims to make use of the thousands of properties that are now empty due to the complete collapse in the travel industry. The AHLA has identified over 6,500 properties nationwide located in close proximity to... View Article

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The coronavirus pandemic has brought the travel industry to a standstill and put paid to hundreds of thousands of vacations across the world. It is a worrying time for those who have stumped up thousands of dollars in reservation fees. Fortunately, despite the obvious financial strain it places on the business, the vast majority of... View Article

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Just a few weeks ago, people were happily planning business trips, spring break getaways and summer vacations. How quickly things have changed. Travel has been restricted, flights have been canceled, hotels and restaurants are closing, and there is a pervading sense of fear and uncertainty as Covid-19 spreads across the world.  At Elite Traveler, our... View Article

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