Christi Ruddy (third from left) and her extended family made the choice to spend the holidays in Jamaica. Christi shares her top five reasons why you should consider family vacation travel too. Over Christmas break this year, I had the pleasure of traveling with my extended family to Jamaica. We started making reservations for… Continue reading »
Jul
20
Luxury in the Turks and Caicos
If you are looking for a luxury hotel experience, isolated white-sand beaches and endless water activities, let me introduce you to the Turks and Caicos. This chain of 40 islands and cays (pronounced keys) lies southeast of the Bahamas in the British West Indies, and can be reached by direct flights from New York, Atlanta… Continue reading »
Jul
17
What’s Missing at Adults-Only All-Inclusive Resorts?
You are comfortably ensconced in your adults-only all-inclusive resort for the next few days. Your luxurious room has a private balcony with a view of lush gardens. Your first dinner was mouthwateringly delicious. The pool area has plenty of comfy chaises, fluffy towels and an attentive bartender. What could possibly be missing? The annoying reverberation… Continue reading »
Jul
10
A Family Affair at Grand Bahama Island
Post by: Laurie Scott My family of four recently visited Grand Bahama Island for some family fun during the kids’ summer break. We used Bahamas Air non-stop flight from Richmond to Freeport and in just over two hours, we were transported from the mid-Atlantic to the warm and hospitable Bahamas. The trip started out perfectly;… Continue reading »
Mar
27
Sun and Fun in Aruba
If you are looking for a vacation with great beaches, glitzy gambling, lively nightlife and sensational weather, Aruba is for you. One of the most popular Caribbean islands, Aruba is the farthest west of the Dutch “ABC” islands of Aruba, Bonaire and Curacao, only 15 miles off the coast of Venezuela. One thing Aruba is… Continue reading »
Dec
20
Luxury Included® at Sandals Resorts
A Sandals luxury all-inclusive vacation is a perfect choice for lovers. And that’s a big compliment coming from a Virginian (after all, Virginia is for Lovers)! Whether you are a couple looking for a beach wedding venue, a romantic honeymoon destination or just a luxurious resort to spend some time together, you will find that… Continue reading »
Sep
23
Why Discerning Travelers Choose Half Moon in Jamaica
Half Moon is a 400-acre luxury resort located on Jamaica’s North Coast, just seven miles east of Montego Bay. The elegant 56-year-old resort is located in a tropical setting nestled into the emerald green hillsides with two miles of private, white-sand beach along the azure Caribbean Sea. Half Moon is one of my very favorite… Continue reading »
Aug
16
Disconnect at Caneel Bay, St. John, USVI
There is no better antidote to our over stressed lives, than a serene Caribbean getaway where you can experience a complete “disconnect”, in simplistic natural surroundings and low-key luxury. Rosewood’s Caneel Bay, an exclusive resort nestled within the 5,000 acre Virgin Islands National Park on the island of St. John, remains faithful to this vision… Continue reading »
Jul
05
Live like Richard Branson at Necker Island
Breaking News Update: Sadly, on August 22, 2011, the magnificent Great House on Necker Island was destroyed by a fire caused by a lightening strike. All of the 20 guests escaped harm, but the luxurious house was a total loss. Sir Richard Branson says that he will rebuild. ____________________________________________________________ Necker, Sir Richard Branson’s private island… Continue reading »
