The Splendid Life

04/02/2025

The Ionians are like nowhere else in Greece. Pastel buildings, moated fortresses, and cypress forests showcase the country’s green side, while tranquility reigns. With fewer crowds and a lot of charm, this archipelago invites you to uncover its quieter treasures. 🌿



📷: Greek National Tourism Organization

The Ionians maintain an air of urbane tranquility; travelers encounter Italian-inflected dishes and philharmonic symphonies alongside lush mountains and resident sea turtles.

01/02/2025

This week at U.S Forum, we connected with some of our esteemed members and partners who shared their insights on the top travel trends for the year ahead.

What do you think is on the horizon for travel in 2025? Share your thoughts below!

30/01/2025

Explore Florence’s creative side and meet the sculptors, painters, and designers redefining the city’s artistic legacy with works that honor and reimagine its Renaissance roots.

📷: Sofie Delauw

These sculptors, painters, and designers represent a new wave for the Renaissance capital.

28/01/2025

Uncover the year’s most stylish hotels, where bold design meets unforgettable experiences. From Dubai’s Miami-inspired retreat to Tokyo’s reimagined icon, these destinations are setting the standard. Read more to learn which ones deserve a spot on your travel list.



📷: Natelee C***s

These new and reimagined spots are turning heads.

23/01/2025

Ancient souks, hidden beaches, and nights under desert stars—Oman welcomes you with its timeless charm. Read more about the beauty and hospitality of this captivating destination.

📷: Paul Thuysbaert

Out and about in the sultanate.

21/01/2025

Private villas are where vacation dreams get personal. Think Andalusian stables, backyard swimming coves, and kitchens fully stocked for you. Ready to escape to one of these six extraordinary stays?

📷: Villa Macakizi

International dream houses where vacation living gets personal.

16/01/2025

Thessaloníki, Greece’s first UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy, boasts a food scene as layered as its history. Start with bougatsa and uncover the flavors that earned this city global acclaim.

📷: Yadid Levy

Tour the sweetest treats in Greece’s second-largest city.

14/01/2025

Baja California Sur invites you to uncover towering waterfalls and cultural gems. Explore Los Cabos’ best day trips, where desert, sea, and mountains meet. ☀️

📷: Luis García

How to explore the desert, mountains, and sea during a Baja California Sur beach trip.

09/01/2025

A new year means new horizons to chase. This guide to 2025’s must-visit destinations will inspire your travels, from heli-skiing South America to cruising Peru’s rivers.

https://www.virtuoso.com/advisor/eysaport48694/travel/articles/the-12-best-places-to-travel-in-2025

Image: Secret Bay Resort

07/01/2025

Fall for the charm of Marseille! Picture yourself exploring the vibrant port, savoring local delicacies, and shopping in France's second-largest city.

https://www.virtuoso.com/advisor/eysaport48694/travel/articles/how-to-spend-a-port-call-in-marseille

Image: Anthony Lanneretonne

20/12/2024

To MOM & DAD🥰🍾

As you celebrate your 55th anniversary, I am filled with immense gratitude and admiration. Your love story is a testament to the enduring power of commitment, patience, and unwavering support. You’ve faced life’s highs and lows together, always emerging stronger and more united. Your journey has been an inspiration, not just to me, but to everyone fortunate enough to witness the beautiful bond you share. I LOVE YOU 😘

🤗❤️🙌🏽🤗❤️🙌🏽🤗❤️🙌🏽🤗❤️🙌🏽

Verlos celebrar su 55 aniversario me llena de una inmensa gratitud y admiración. Su historia de amor es un testimonio del poder duradero del compromiso, la paciencia y el apoyo incondicional. Han enfrentado las altas y bajas de una larga vida juntos, siempre enfocados en la familia en el futuro más fuertes y más unidos. Con mucho amor…😘

31/10/2024

Check out – then check into – these hotels that are doing the most with design.

https://www.virtuoso.com/advisor/eysaport48694/travel/articles/more-is-more-at-these-maximalist-hotels

29/10/2024

A second journey to South Africa reveals that each safari brings fresh perspectives. Read more on this family’s adventure.

https://www.virtuoso.com/advisor/eysaport48694/travel/articles/on-a-familys-second-trip-to-south-africa-new-perspectives-beat-new-destinations

Image: Crookes & Jackson

24/10/2024

Beyond the champagne-soaked beach clubs, Mykonos reveals peaceful surprises. Explore the island’s secluded beaches and charming villages for an enchanting experience.

https://www.virtuoso.com/advisor/eysaport48694/travel/articles/meet-the-quiet-side-of-mykonos

Image: Lucy Laucht

22/10/2024

Get to know Madeira, "The Island of Eternal Spring,” where blue skies, floral-scented breezes, and mountainous landscapes create a year-round paradise.

https://www.virtuoso.com/advisor/eysaport48694/travel/articles/heres-why-madeira-is-called-the-island-of-eternal-spring

Image: Clara Tuma

17/10/2024

Hike New Zealand’s latest Great Walk: the Hump Ridge Track. This three-day, 38-mile loop on the South Island visits Tuatapere, Mussel Beach, Port Craig, and more.

https://www.virtuoso.com/advisor/eysaport48694/travel/articles/new-zealand-great-walks-hump-ridge-track

Image: Jen Judge

15/10/2024

Award-winning cocktails have solidified Hong Kong’s status as a cocktail capital. Discover the best bars in the city and dive into its vibrant scene.

https://www.virtuoso.com/advisor/eysaport48694/travel/articles/heres-where-to-drink-now-in-hong-kong

10/10/2024

Step aside, Noma – North Jutland is the home of New Nordic cuisine now. Read more about Denmark’s culinary revolution.

https://www.virtuoso.com/advisor/eysaport48694/travel/articles/denmarks-culinary-revolution-is-on-the-move

Image: Simon Bajada