Bursting into Spring with Holi, the Festival of Colours

This amazing festival, begun in India, is now celebrated across the world and marks the arrival of Spring. Vibrant, festive and more than a bit messy, spectators and festival-goers alike are doused with coloured powders to dye them every colour under the sun.

Holi is celebrated in March each year, and is an excellent time to visit India if you are keen to join in the celebrations! You can read more about Mumbai, Chennai, New Delhi or Bangalore on the World Executive India Travel Guide here.

Photo by Chris Willis - California, USA

Photo by Chris Willis - California, USA

Photo by Chris Willis - California, USA

Photo by rudesh_calls

 
 

Photo by Ian Brown - San Francisco, USA

 

 

Photo by Peter de Wit - Netherlands

Photo by Diganta Talukdar - Nagaon, India

Photo by Nester Lacle - Singapore

Unspoilt Summers in the South of France

The South of France has long been associated with sumptuous gastronomy, endless rolling fields, and long, balmy Summer nights. Boasting an array of wine farms, lavender fields, gourmet restaurants, small villages and sparkling beaches, it is a perfect destination for a Summer road-trip or even a short countryside getaway.

Towns such as Aix-en-Provence and Marseille will seat you right in the middle of the action, whilst offer more to see off the beaten path. If you are planning a honeymoon and surprise getaway, why not book a luxurious five-star hotel with LuxuryTravel.com.

Photo by Maarten Danial - Netherlands

Photo by Denise

Photo by Bart Rousseau - Antwerp, Belgium

 Photo by Jean-Louis Zimmermann - Moulins, France

 Photo by Jmt-29 - Brest, France

 Photo by Oliver Martin

 Photo by Denise

Photo by Fabrice Terrasson - Draguignan, France

 Photo by Bart Rousseau - Antwerp, Belgium

Feasting and Fasting in Barcelona

Barcelona is one of Spain's most diverse and cosmopolitan cities, and the array of offerings found at its many markets are testament to this. This week we explore Barcelona's food and vegetable markets in a vivid photo-entry.

You can view our full tourist guide of Barcelona here, or else treat yourself to a luxury stay with LuxuryHotels.com.

Photo by Oh-Barcelona.com - Barcelona, Spain

Photo by Ivan Mlinaric - Slovenia

Photo by Oh-Barcelona.com - Barcelona, Spain

 Photo by Kate Fisher - Brighton, United Kingdom

Photo by Her Own Journey - Frankfurt, Germany

Photo by discofiasko 

Photo by Oh-Barcelona.com - Barcelona, Spain

  Photo by Oh-Barcelona.com - Barcelona, Spain

The Isle of Capri - A thousand shades of blue

Capri is one of Italy's most luxurious and beautiful locations, a playground for the rich and famous, and a photographer's delight. If this photo-entry isn't enough to whet your appetitie, you can find out more about Capri, including budget and five-star hotels, here.

Photograph by Zdenek Svoboda - Prague, Czech Republic

Photo by Paul Asman and Jill Lenoble

Photo by Nenita Casuga

Photo by Kelsey Ohman - Boston, USA

Photo by Walter Rodriguez - Guatemala

Photo by Morgan Johnston - Port Chester, NY, USA



Photo by Kelsey Ohman - Boston, USA

Flora and Fauna of Mexico

Stunning pictures of the flora and fauna of Mexico, a land rich in cultural and natural diversity.

Find Hotels in: Cancun  |  Mexico City |  Acauplco

Cactus by Benjamin Earwicker - Idaho, USA

Iguana by Benjamin Earwicker - Idaho, USA

Sleeping Seal by Jake Freedman - USA

Veracruz Jungle by Maria Herrera - Izaclli, Mexico

Iguana on the Hunt by Betsy Ray - Florida, USA

 Monarch Butterfly in Morelos, Mexico by Andres Ojeda - Distiro Federal, Mexico

Hotels in: Cancun  |  Mexico City |  Acauplco

Chinese New Year - Year of the Rabbit

Happy Chinese New Year!
Some stunning pics from Chinese New Year celebrations, past and present, from around the world...

Photo by scazon - Vancouver, Canada

 Photo by kypmbangi - Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

 Photo by Daniel Whartwig - San Francisco, USA

Photo by tanakawho - Yokohama, Japan

 

Photo by Walter Lim - Singapore city, Singapore

Monday Travel Photo: Champagne Region, France

Photograph by Megan Mallen.
Find luxury or leisure hotels in the Champagne region of France.

Top Valentine's Day Hotels in Europe

If you really want to 'wow' your Valentine this year, why not book a suprise weekend away in an iconic European destination like Venice, Tuscany or Paris? Or for those who prefer to keep things a bit more original, there are several luxurious hotels in more remote destinations such as the Oxford countryside in England, or Roscommon County in Ireland.

Our Top Choice Valentine's Hotel

Le Manoir Aux Quat Saisons
Le Manoir, nestled in the picturesque Oxfordshire village of Great Milton, is one of the England's most intimate and original hotels, with 32 individually designed guest rooms.




TripAdvisor's Top Valentine's Hotels in Europe

1. Whitley Hall Hotel, Sheffield
2. Hotel Palazzo Barbarigo Sul Canal Grande, Venice
3. Strozzi Palace Boutique Suites, Cheltenham, Cotswolds
4. Villa Cicolina, Montepulciano, Tuscany
5. Hotel Villa Marstall, Heidelberg, Baden-Wurttemberg
6. Prestonfield, Edinburgh, Scotland
7. Hotel Montanus, Bruges
8. Apostrophe Hotel, Paris, Ile-de-France
9. Hotel Gotisches Haus, Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Romantic Road
10. Kilronan Castle Hotel & Spa, Roscommon, County Roscommon