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St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort Abu Dhabi

Aleksandr Shatskih

The St. Regis Hotel brand has paved the way for its expansion into the Middle East with the debut of the first of three new resorts planned for the region this year.

14 years ago

Don’t Mess With the Yaks and Other Tips for Surviving a Trek in Nepal

Guest Author

In a country like Nepal, a trek in the Himalayas is all part of the experience and provides chances to see some of the highest mountains in the world as well as discovering remote villages along the way. With some careful planning, walking a classic route such as Everest Base Camp is possible and a real achievement.

14 years ago

London Activities During the 2012 Olympic Games

Guest Author

The London 2012 Olympic Games have opened up a range of new and exciting activities and business ventures for thousands of people.

14 years ago

Magnuson Hotels Extends to Southeast Asia

Phil Butler

An exclusive press release from Magnuson Hotels tells of their expansion into the Southeast Asia hospitality market. According to the news, the world’s largest independent hotel group adds the Grand Royal Panghegar Hotel in Bandung. A 450 room, four star hotel, the Grand Royal is situated in the center of Bandung, once referred to as “the Paris of Java.”

14 years ago

A Valentine’s Getaway for Singles

Aleksandr Shatskih

For all those lonely hearts that are desperate to escape this Valentine’s Day, help is at hand thanks to the UK’s top hotel comparison site Trivago.co.uk. With singles in mind, their recently published list of select hotels offers solo guests the chance to hide away from all that yucky, mushy romance stuff and get down to some serious, self-centered pampering.

14 years ago

Hotel Spotlight: Ireland’s Cliff House Hotel

Phil Butler

Doing our research as per usual, we ran across a fabulous hotel in Ireland, a dream getaway discovery we just had to share with you. The Cliff House Hotel, a five star revelation from out of the past, offers not only breathtaking sea views – but a taste of charm not many places hint of. Cascading gardens, terraces, and the salt air here mix inextricably with Irish hospitality.

14 years ago

Warm Winter Spots: Freeport On A Budget

Aleksandr Shatskih

If your Winter is working out anything like ours here in Germany, it’s about time for a more tropical outlook. Using Atlanta, Georgia as an example starting point, just consider what 19°F with a 23 mph wind will feel like tomorrow morning. Without spending a king’s ransom, next weekend you and a co-conspirator could be warm and toasty, having fun in Freeport in the Bahamas.

14 years ago

Valentine’s Weekend Getaway: Eureka Springs

Aleksandr Shatskih

For the most fun in Eureka Springs, Argophila Travel News recommends the 1905 Basin Park Hotel – a Magnuson Hotels Grand hotel.

14 years ago

Enjoy Your Trip: 5 Holes to Avoid During Your Gap Year

Guest Author

Volunteering abroad is a great way of seeing the world and simultaneously giving something back. There’s no age limit – just an attitude limit – and that’s down to you!

14 years ago

NYC Hotels Get Panic Alarms After Strauss-Khan Scandal

Aleksandr Shatskih

Almost ten months after former French Presidential hopeful and IMF chief Dominique Strauss-Khan was accused of sexually assaulting a house keeper at his luxury Manhattan suite, hotels across New York are set to hand out panic alarms to their employees so they can call for immediate help.

14 years ago

Napa Valley – A Guide to a Romantic Wine Getaway

Guest Author

Spend Valentine’s Day wine tasting with your loved one.

14 years ago

Travel Giveaways and Special Deals This Valentine’s Day

Aleksandr Shatskih

Most Valentine’s Day travelers plan to spend the special day, or following weekend, far from the madding crowds, in a romantic location, candlelit dinner, soft music, and end the evening with sweets and champagne. Argophilia found some of the most enticing Valentine’s Day offers for travelers.

14 years ago

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