Saturday, May 19, 2012

Resort trends

Resort trends looks at how resorts are faring and different aspects that affect their success

Island Resorts

Europe: Private Castle Island of Brecqhou Now Open to Public

(Image Courtesy of F. Vladi)

A small Channel Island owned by the prominent Barclay Brothers has opened its magical gardens and vineyards to the public with new day tours.

(Image Courtesy of F. Vladi)

When booking a trip to the storied isle of Sark, one of the last traditional Norman fiefdoms in Europe, visitors will now have the …Read More: Europe: Private Castle Island of Brecqhou Now Open to Public

Island Resorts

Worldwide: Ditch Your Blackberry at a Black Hole Island Resort

(Image Courtesy of Young Island/Caribisles)

A new trend is sweeping our information-overloaded world as holiday makers take refuge from electronics on private island resorts.

(Beach Villas on Soneva Fushi)

‘That’s where you wanna go to get away from it all,’ sang the Beach Boys in their 1988 hit Kokomo, about a beautiful island free from stress and hassle, …Read More: Worldwide: Ditch Your Blackberry at a Black Hole Island Resort

Island Resorts

Worldwide: Private Isles Still Available for Christmas or New Year’s

(Bonefish Cay, Bahamas)

While most people associate Christmas and New Year’s Eve with festive fir trees and snowy weather, some prefer palms and sandy beaches! Read on for some tropical isles still available for an unforgettable holiday celebration.

(Bonefish Cay, Bahamas)

One of the most prominent families enjoying a non-traditional Christmas this year (with plenty of …Read More: Worldwide: Private Isles Still Available for Christmas or New Year’s Eve

Island Resorts

Seychelles: Royal Honeymoon Still Fuels Tourism, Including to Private Isles

(Image of North Island Courtesy of VPI)

When Prince William and Kate Middleton announced their impending nuptials, rumors flew over which exotic island the couple would choose for their honeymoon. Even months later, interest in these exotic isles is still booming.

(Image of North Island Courtesy of VPI)

In a recent article …Read More: Seychelles: Royal Honeymoon Still Fuels Tourism, Including to Private Isles

Resort Trends

Caribbean: New Scrub Island Resort in BVI is Making Waves

(Image Courtesy of Mainsail Resorts)

From infinity pools to infinite sea views, this new luxury resort set on the rolling hills of Scrub Island has breathed new life into the BVI’s image as an exclusive travel destination.

(Image Courtesy of Mainsail Resorts)

As the first new resort to open in the British Virgin Islands (BVI) in over …Read More: Caribbean: New Scrub Island Resort in BVI is Making Waves