The world’s biggest wine festival is held each year in Bad Dürkheim, Germany. Held during the second and third weekend of September, Wurstmarkt hits an important milestone year. 2016 will mark the 600 year occurrence of this popular wine festival. The very first German wine festival was held way back in the year 1417.

Wine making is big business in Germany. The European country has thirteen different wine growing regions. The regions produce incredible wines ranging from crisp Riesling wines to a floral Pinot Noir.

What is interesting is that the wine festival’s name – Wurstmarkt – translates to sausage market. Most people don’t associate wine and sausage together. The town of Bad Dürkheim is located in the premier wine-growing state, Rhineland Palatinate. The legend of how Wurstmarkt got its name is due to the large amounts of sausage that was eaten during the early years of the wine festival. Now it’s the World’s Biggest Wine Festival and people attend from all around the world.

It is expected that greater than 600,000 people will attend this year’s wine festival in Germany. Be sure to check out the Giant Cask, named Dürkheimer Riesenfass. It’s known as the biggest wine barrel in the world. Surprisingly, it even includes a restaurant inside.

Wine connoisseurs can try about 300 award-winning wines and sparkling wines. In addition to the many food and drink stands, plan on enjoying the various fairground carnival rides. There will also be music concerts and spectacular fireworks displays. This is an amazing cultural experience that should not be missed, especially for wine lovers.

This year’s Wurstmarkt wine festival will be held on the consecutive weekends of September 9 to 13 and 16 to 19.

Be sure to attend Wurstmarkt in Germany at the World’s Biggest Wine Festival. Contact The Life of Luxury today for help booking your luxury travel itinerary. Come back again to follow our luxury blog and read about other popular events from around the world.

It’s already been a busy year for The Meritage Resort & Spa. They have hosted numerous dinners to date, partnering with Joseph Phelps Vineyards, HALL Wines/St. Helena and Caymus Vineyards and Conundrum, which are part of Wagner Family of Wine. The luxury Napa report has announced their 2016 Masters Winemaker Dinner Series schedule.

Wine and foodie lovers will really enjoy the 2016 Masters Winemaker Dinner Series. Most of all, it’s a unique way to participate in a fine dining experience along with some of the best wines in the Napa / Sonoma area. The upcoming dinners will include: Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars, Silver Oak, Opus One and the iconic Robert Mondavi Winery.

Frederic Najem is The Meritage Resort director of food and beverage and was quoted, “These dinners are an opportunity for top Napa Valley wineries to showcase their wines in a unique way in their own backyards,” said . “Wineries often have these types of dinners at restaurants throughout the country and overseas, but rarely in the Napa Valley or Northern California. This is their opportunity to work directly with our culinary team to create a menu that pairs perfectly with their wines from the first sip to the last bite.”

The Meritage Resort & Spa is a spectacular, Mediterranean style property that offers its guests luxury accommodations. While located beside a hillside vineyard, this four-diamond resort provides endless luxury amenities. It is the perfect place to stay and discover all that Napa Valley has to offer. Furthermore, you can read a recent review we did on the luxury resort titled – The Meritage Resort and Spa – True Napa Valley Luxury

The 2016 Masters Winemaker Dinner Series has been developed to provide dinner guests a VIP experience. You can enjoy fine dining at Estate Cave restaurant, along with sipping delicious tasting wines. Many of these wines are often not made available to the public. Dinner guests are now in for a special treat. In addition, you will have the unique opportunity to talk to wine owners, their winemakers and other representatives.

The intimate setting of each winemaker dinner is a special event in itself. First of all, your night begins with a wonderful reception. Taste many, delicious appetizers and try local wines. The reception is held on the Vineyard Deck with views of the surrounding hillside vineyards. It’s a tranquil setting and the perfect way to begin your memorable night of great cuisine and wine drinking. An amazing multi-course dinners follows. Complement your meal with first release and exclusive wines that have been hand chosen for each event.

Below is the 2016 Masters Winemaker Dinner Series schedule:
June 17 – Master Sommelier Dinner: Old World vs New World (Siena at The Meritage Resort)
July 1 – Masters Winemaker Dinner with Opus One
July 17 – Masters Tequila Dinner with Don Julio (Siena at The Meritage Resort)
August 5 – Masters Winemaker Dinner with Pride Winery
September 2 – Masters Winemaker Dinner with Arkenstone
October 7 – Masters Winemaker Dinner with Robert Mondavi Winery, 50th Anniversary
November 18 – Masters Winemaker Dinner Series with Silver Oak and Twomey Cellars

Pricing for the 2016 Masters Winemaker Dinner Series ranges between $85 and $349 per person, inclusive of both taxes and gratuity.

The Meritage Resort & Spa also offers other monthly dinners. Due to these events being smaller than the winemaker dinners, they’re held on the patio in partnership with Siena, its farm to fork restaurant. As a respected dining establishment, Siena is known for sourcing local ingredients. These dinner events take guests on a unique wine journey. From sampling both New World and Old World wines, New York City Master Sommelier Brian Cronin shares his extensive expertise.

Contact us to book your reservation to Napa and attend a 2016 Masters Winemaker Dinner Series event at The Meritage Resort & Spa. Be sure to folow our luxury blog for more fine dining and luxury travel stories.

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Upon first seeing Lake Tahoe in person, many people are left speechless. The deep blue color of the lake and surrounding peaks of the Sierra Mountains, showcases the best Mother Nature has to offer. Be sure to stay at the luxury Lake Tahoe Resort Hotel and enjoy an alpine, luxury experience

Lake Tahoe straddles both the states of California and Nevada. Besides rain and snowfall, Lake Tahoe is filled by over 60 different streams plus two hot springs. Located in South Lake Tahoe, the Lake Tahoe Resort Hotel is the perfect choice for luxury accommodations and centrally located to enjoy all the Lake Tahoe area has to offer.

The amazing property is the only all-suite hotel that can be found in all of South Lake Tahoe. This property first opened in 1991 and was originally named the Embassy Suites Lake Tahoe Hotel & Ski Resort. But in 2013, the hotel was renamed the Lake Tahoe Resort Hotel. Since then, it has undergone about $8 million in upgrades and renovations to all of its 400 two-room suites.

The Lake Tahoe Resort Hotel is located bear the base of world famous Heavenly Mountain Resort ski resort, one of the premier ski resorts in the world. To the left is Harrah’s Lake Tahoe hotel and to the right is the Grand Residences by Marriott and Marriott’s Timber Lodge. A little further you’ll find the Shops at Heavenly Village. As you walk or drive up and down Lake Tahoe Blvd, you can enjoy many casinos, restaurants and shopping choices. Due to the fact the Lake Tahoe Resort Hotel is located in California, you will not find a casino on-site.

As you first enter the Lake Tahoe Resort Hotel, you’ll notice the impressive atrium. Gaze up the expansive center of the resort. All rooms at this luxury property overlook the atrium from the door side of your suite. From your large bedroom window, take in the local Lake Tahoe area views.

In total, guests can stay in one of 400 all-suites, each offers two rooms. They are spacious and provide a lounge and dining area, in addition to a spacious bedroom and bathroom. Each of the suites comes with a King or two Queen beds.

The bedroom is quite roomy compared to standard hotels. You’ll find plenty of closet space and drawers to unpack and put away your clothes and other personal belongings. In addition, there’s wall mounted TV to watch your favorite show laying down in the comfortable bed. The beds are fitted with 200-thread-count linens to help provide a peaceful night’s sleep. You’ll find an extra comforter in the closet to snuggle under if the weather outside is chilly.

The suite bathroom is also offers ample space. Get ready in the morning in front of the long, marble vanity and large mirror. Choose between taking a warm soak in the bathtub or a shower. Each bathroom has a blow dryer, plus a choice of body lotions, soaps, and hair products.

The other room is a lounge area. Enjoy watching TV or socializing on the sofa bed and comfortable chair. There’s also a coffee table. Adjacent is a small kitchenette with mini refrigerator, sink and microwave oven. Enjoy a meal or late-night snacks and sit down at the large dining table.

Start your day right each morning with a complimentary buffet breakfast. The Lake Tahoe Resort Hotel provides a delicious meal daily, during your stay. You can choose from a wide selection hot and cold entrees. For example there are pancakes, french toast, eggs, muffins, bacon, sausage, fresh fruit, toast, muffins, cereal, oatmeal, fresh pastries, yogurt, and much more. You can even have a made-to-order omelette for a small, additional fee. Your free breakfast also includes unlimited drinks. Try coffee, hot chocolate, milk, in addition to various juices. We found the food very tasteful. The seating area was open and surrounded by large plants and flowers for a relaxing vibe.

The luxurious Lake Tahoe Resort Hotel property offers guests many luxury amenities to enjoy during your visit to Lake Tahoe. Swim and splash around in the year-round indoor pool. Since it’s heated, guest can enjoy the pool even when is cold and snowing outside in the winter. After a long day of outdoor activities, take a soak in hot tub. Be sure to check out the outdoor sundeck. It’s the perfect place to take in the incredible, Lake Tahoe scenery.

Lake Tahoe is known for it’s year-round indoor and outdoor activities. Scenic Lake Tahoe can be enjoyed by skiing, cycling, hiking, canoeing or simply walking. Receive a VIP experience when you return to the resort, with a choice of several in-room massage and spa services. Feel pampered and unwind after a busy day.

For lunch or dinner, the resort has a fantastic restaurant named Echo. Dine in style as the restaurant serves terrific tasting seasonal fare, including steak, chicken, fish, pizza, sandwiches, hamburgers, plus a lot more. The prices are reasonable and the food was very delicious. Enjoy classic American cuisine meal without leaving the hotel. Sit out on the outdoor deck and try their amazing BBQ menu. For a culinary delight, consider their new Shabu Shabu tables from Chef Sal. Meals consist of thinly sliced meat and vegetables that are cooked to perfection in a warm broth right at your table. There’s a selection of dipping sauces to choose from as well. Yum, yum!

Before you go out for a night on the town, stop by for your favorite cocktail and spirit. The resort offers a two hour Happy Hour each night between the hours of 5:30 and 7:30 pm. It’s a great way to socialize and also enjoy a complimentary beer. You can also munch on tasty snacks.

For a wonderful experience and really enjoy Lake Tahoe, try the M.S. Dixie II boat cruise. Take your pick of a lunch or dinner cruise. It’s the perfect way to take in the natural beauty of Lake Tahoe, with a relaxing boat cruise.

Contact The Life of Luxury if you are interested in visiting scenic Lake Tahoe and stay at the luxury Lake Tahoe Resort Hotel. Our travel specialists can assist planning and booking your Lake Tahoe luxury getaway. Be sure to return again and follow our popular luxury blog and read about top luxury travel destinations.

After an extensive renovation project by The Rockwell Group, the Penthouse Suite at The Time New York hotel is available for booking. The multi-million dollar redesign now provides guests the best in luxury accommodations.

Offering 2,000 square feet of living space, the penthouse suite covers three separate floors of The Time New York Hotel. Near iconic Times Square at 224 W 49th Street, this Midtown Manhattan luxury hotel is convenient to the best New York City has to offer. The triplex Penthouse suite also includes an expansive, 500 square feet private terrace. Gaze out and take in the incredible Hudson River views.

First opened in 1999, The Time New York hotel is popular with well known entertainers, artists and celebrities. As you enter its open lobby, there’s an enclosed bar and lounge to enjoy drinks and socialize. Enjoy a VIP experience in the Big Apple.

The newly remodeled, triplex penthouse suite is luxurious from top to bottom. Enjoy lavish decor including high-end furniture and the marble bathroom with luxury amenities such as an over-sized soaking tub. You’ll find a large bedroom on the second floor with a king-size bed with Italian frette linens. Relax and unwind in the large living / dining area on the first floor. There’s a pull-out sofa, kitchenette, gourmet minibar and a stylish glass table to enjoy your in-suite meals.

The suite includes complimentary wireless internet, a work desk with USB ports, secure safe, ironing board with iron, and 3 Samsung Smart TV’s. When it’s time to go to sleep, take advantage of the blackout drapes for a peaceful night’s rest.

You can now take advantage of the hotel’s current promotion. Stay in the luxurious penthouse suite and book the “Penthouse on Point” package. It includes:
· Enjoy a late night dining delight in your suite with caviar pizza from Serafina along with a Magnum bottle of Dom Perignon Rose Champagn.
· Enjoy Overnight accommodations in the triplex penthouse suite
· Receive limo transfers both to and from the NYC airport
· Pricing begins at $7,500

Contact The Life of Luxury today to plan and book your trip to New York City and stay at The Time New York. Come back again and follow our popular luxury blog. Read about the latest luxury travel news.

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The Nova Scotia province of Canada boasts endless natural beauty on the East Coast of this North American country. To visit Nova Scotia is a chance to explore this beautiful part of the world. From whale watching to spending time on its many lakes and long coastline, there are countless activities available. Make the most and enjoy all this beautiful area offers.

Ciclismo Classico specializes in developing and offering innovative, travel cycling itineraries. They have created a new travel program that will appeal to people you love the outdoors and fitness. The cycling and hiking tour is a great way to visit Nova Scotia and see the country. For cycling enthusiasts, it’s a dream come true. Per the company, the program is categorized as an intermediate cycling tour. Participants will average about 29 miles per day.

The new one-week “Nova Scotia Bike + Hike Tour” is filled with scenic bike rides and hiking. You’ll cycle and walk among marshland, gorgeous beaches, vineyards and small villages. You’ll have the experience of visiting many UNESCO World Heritage Sites and their rich history. Lauren Hefferon is founder of Ciclismo Classico and was quoted, “Quiet coastal roads, delicious local food, colorful fishing villages and fertile farmland combine to make Nova Scotia a hidden gem for cyclists. There’s no bonding experience like hitting the pavement or a well-maintained trail and digging into scallops, fresh lobster and other fresh seafood at the end of the day.”

Below is a day by day itinerary of the new “Nova Scotia Bike + Hike Tour” by Ciclismo Classico:

Day 1 – Halifax to Lunenburg
Fly into Halifax airport and be picked up for a direct van transfer to charming Lunenburg, just an hour’s ride away from the Nova Scotia capital.

Day 2 – Lunenburg
Start off the day with a great loop ride. Golf, hiking, and kayaking all have a strong presence in this UNESCO World Heritage town. Nautical types will get a kick out of the maritime museum or a cruise on the famous Bluenose schooner.

Day 3 – Lunenburg
Delve deeper into more of the Lunenberg countryside on today’s exhilarating yet peaceful rolling loop ride. With stunning countryside and seaside views, Lunenburg is often lauded as the prettiest small town in Canada.

Day 4 – Wolfville
This Acadia university town is home to some of the region’s finest hiking, so we’d be remiss not to hop off the bike for a bit and stretch our legs on a short, easily manageable group hike. The vineyards and farms near Wolfville make for stunning scenery, whether you’re cycling or walking.

Day 5 – Wolfville/Grand Pre
Make sure you’ve put away a hearty breakfast, because our longest ride is here. You’ll pedal along flats, hills, and stunning coastal views as we make our way to the UNESCO World Heritage-designated Grand Pre.

Day 6 – Lunenburg
After we warm up on our way back to Lunenberg, you’ll have the chance to enjoy even more stunning scenery on a brief hike from Hirtles Beach to Gaff Point. The well-maintained, ocean-weathered trail will take you through forest before opening up to the pounding surf. We’ll ride back to Lunenberg, or a shuttle will be available for those who prefer to zip back to town.

Day 7 – Farewell
After breakfast, it’s time to bid adieu to the charming villages you’ve called home for the past six days and to all your new friends. Shuttle service to Halifax is available, or you can stay behind and explore Nova Scotia independently.

Nova Scotia is well known for its diverse wildlife from seals, whales and adorable puffins. You will enjoy terrific tasting food. Enjoy dining on local area cuisine and fabulous fresh seafood.

The trip is scheduled from September 19th to the 26th, 2016. Tour pricing begins at only $2,795 per person. If you would like to know more about this incredible VIP experience, please contact us today.

Make your plans to visit Nova Scotia. Out travel concierge specialists are available to help plan your dream vacation getaway. Come back again and follow this luxury blog. Hear about more luxury travel opportunities from around the world.

Photo: Ciclismo Classico

Show your Dad the love you have for him with a wonderful Father’s Day gift. The gift of travel is becoming increasingly popular. There are many Father’s Day travel experiences to choose from. How do you know which one to pick and which ones are a ripoff?

It’s time to give Dad a trip of his dreams. Does he have a strong desire to go to a magical place or enjoy a VIP experience? Show your Dad how much you appreciate everything he does and give him a memorable gift he can cherish forever.

To honor all the wonderful Dads out there, we wanted to suggest 6 Father’s Day travel experiences. Give Dad an amazing VIP style gift. We can also offer VIP access to over 50,000 events around the world. We can provide access to sporting events, red carpet events, movie premiers, “celebrity meet and greets”, fashion shows and much more!

Be a Star In Hollywood – Tinsel Town is all glitter … all the time. As we move into the peak summer movie season, many blockbusters will be released. How would you like to attend a movie premier and rub elbows with its actors? Attend a private showing at the premier. Afterwards, head to the after-party where you can enjoy food, drinks and music. It’s a wonderful VIP experience and make Dad feel like Hollywood royalty.

Adventure Time – Travel to the Caribbean. Spend time on Saba. It’s actually the smallest island that’s part of the Dutch Caribbean islands. Saba is a great tropical destination. Walk in its quaint towns and view the stunning green landscape. Mt. Scenery is a volcano. Hike up its slope for an exhilarating experience. Next take to the waters of the Caribbean and be treated to the stunning coral reefs. Try scuba diving for up close view of the abundant marine life.

Wellness Escape – Dads often have a lot of stress. It’s not healthy for you so take time to relax and unwind for a change. Consider a visit to Mexico. Stay in Cancun and get pampered at Gem Spa. It’s one of the most popular spas in the Cancun area. The spa is located in the luxurious Grand Fiesta Americana Coral Beach Cancun Resort. Bedy and spirit.

Get Spiritual – The “Southwestern Spa and Healing Immersion trip” is offered by Cox & Kings. It’s a fantastic luxury travel experience to get recharged. Allow dad to find his inner “zen.” Sedona in Arizona and Santa Fe in New Mexico awaits. This trip is fabulous. Take a soak in the healing waters of Ojo Caliente. Get a cultural treat by visiting some of the top Native American galleries. While in Taos, New Mexico meet a Native American healer and receive a private tour of the city. If your dad love nature, he’s in luck. See both the awesome Grand Canyon and Petrified Forest.

Fun In The City – There’s no place like the Big Apple. New York City has so much to offer and things to do. Maybe Dad wants to watch a sporting event like watch the New York Yankees or New York Mets. Stay in luxury accommodations at The Sherry-Netherland hotel. This luxury boutique hotel was voted by TripAdvisor as the #1 Top Hotel in the United States. Take walk in world famous Central Park. The Sherry-Netherland hotel offers endless luxury amenities to make your Dad feel like a King. Ride the elevators with white-gloved operator service. The building features sensational architectural details. Enjoy a fine dining treat at the hotel’s top Italian restaurant – Cipriani.

Start The Day Right – Breakfast has often been called the most important meal of the day. At all Salt Hotels, you can start your day off right with a delicious breakfast in bed. There are three Salt Hotels to choose from. The Chequit on Shelter Island in New York and both Salt House Inn and Eben House in Provincetown, Massachusetts. The hotels provide a daily breakfast menu that rotates based on the seasons. In addition to the more common meal choices, be treated with several sweet treats including Pan Au Chocolat, Seasonal Fruit Crisps, flaky, plus Blueberry Scones. It’s a foodie paradise!

The Life of Luxury takes pride in offering wonderful Father’s Day travel experiences. The sky is the limit for your loving Dad. Contact us today to arrange a last minute luxury getaway. Come back again and read more luxury travel destinations in our luxury blog.

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Each year, voodoo followers celebrate of the important “feast day”, named St. John’s Eve on June 23. Also called Bonfire Night, this midsummer festival occurs on the the shortest night of the whole year.

St. John’s Eve is also significant because it’s the evening before the feast of St. John the Baptist. Voodoo has a long history in the city of New Orleans. The practice still thrives to this day. Voodoo can be categorized as a group of native religions from West Africa. You can get a taste of the cultural influence of voodoo at the iconic International House hotel in New Orleans.

This luxury boutique hotel is located in downtown New Orleans. St. John’s Eve has been celebrated there for 17 years and next month you can experience a true “voodoo” ritual. Between 6 and 8pm on June 23, a voodoo ceremony including a ritual head-washing will take place. This year’s ceremony will be led by Sallie Ann Glassman. She is the ordained vodoo priestess who owns the nearby Island of Salvation Botanica, located on Piety Street. It’s a supernatural celebration honoring the birthday of St. John the Baptist.

The International House building is a New Orleans landmark. It started out as a bank, then became the world’s first World Trade Center. The building was designed with neoclassical architecture. It became the International House hotel in 1998. The hotel was the inspiration of local owner Sean Cummings, Los Angeles interior designer LM Pagano and New Orleans architect Brooks Graham. The hotel has become an ideal place of sophisticated travelers who desire luxury accommodations along with the cultural vibe of New Orleans.

As you enter the hotel you’ll see a 10-foot-tall papier-mache statue of Marie Laveau. She was the legendary founder, queen and practitioner of voodoo. Marie Laveau died on June 16, 1881 and is buried at the city’s St. Louis Cemetery #1 on Rampart Street. Popular with visitors to New Ortleans, her tomb is surprisingly the second most seen tomb in the entire U.S.

The hotel’s guest rooms provide guests local, urban views and luxury amenities. The International House has been recognized for years as one of the top boutique hotel anywhere. The French Quarter in New Orleans is just 2 block from the hotel, so it’s a perfect property for a luxury stay.

The motivation behind the hotel’s voodoo’s interested was discussed by Sean Cummings, “The idea is to share with guests how joyful, exotic, spiritual, and completely authentic this city remains, a proud people shunning the Brooklyn | Portland-ization that strips identity from so many other places in this Instagram age. We offer a glimpse of New Orleans today, a city of architecture, food, music, joyful culture and colorful characters unlike any other place, living it like a local beyond the obvious.”

Cummings focuses on seven different rituals that annually make up the key festivals New Orleans honors each year. They are – Carnival, St. Joseph’s Day, the Inauguration of Summer Dress, St. John’s Eve, Winter Dress, All Saint’s/All Soul’s Day and Christmas.

Visiting New Orleans is a wonderful experience anytime of the year. Consider a trip to learn more about the city’s various voodoo rituals at the International House Hotel. Our luxury travel specialists are here to help. Stop by again and follow this luxury blog. Read about more interesting travel ideas.

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First opened in March 2014, the Sugarlands Distilling Company is the top tourist attraction in Gatlinburg, Tennessee, according to TripAdvisor.com. The city is found close to the Great Smoky Mountain National Park entrance, making it an ideal place to visit for area tourists.

The Sugarlands Distilling Company is offering guests a premium tour package. You will the opportunity to see their still house and see up close how Sugarlands Shine is actually made. The company produces a variety of great tasting spirits, including moonshine and whiskey. As part of your tour, guests can also enjoy tasting their award-winning spirits. For alcoholic drink lovers it doesn’t get any better than this, right?

Sugarlands Distilling Company is not only popular withtourists, but is rated as America’s Top Distillery experience. According to TripAdvisor.com, this eastern Tennessee company leads all U.S. distilleries in receiving the most desirable, five-star reviews. What is so impressive is the only other distillery in the world with more five-star reviews is the iconic Guinness Storehouse in Dublin, Ireland.

Due to the fact that Gatlinburg has distilleries and wineries in the area, it’s obviously a city many spirits enthusiasts wan to visit. Although the distillery only opened in March of 2014, it’s popularity is impressive. Since then, greater than 2 million people have stopped for a visit.

Another tour option is their “Distiller for the Day Workshops.” You will get to spend a full day meeting Greg Eidam, who is the Head Distiller. There’s no better way to learn than doing something yourself. So have fun making your own batch of Sugarlands Shine. You will be educated on the entire moonshine distilling process. Start out by grinding corn and then mix up mash. You will next proof the distillate. By the end of the day, you’ll be ready to fill up jars with the actual, award-winning moonshine you created.

It’s a fascinating process and this tour will give you a VIP experience you will always remember. Of course, that’s assuming you don’t sample too much moonshine yourself. Get immersed in the moonshine distilling process and take lots of pictures along the way.

While you’re at the distillery, be sure to sample the moonshine. There are 14 different flavors and you can taste just 1 or all 14 if you want. The behind the scenes tour is wonderful and enjoy the pleasure of listening to bluegrass and country live music and Appalachian storytelling. It’s a great cultural experience for everyone.

Touring the Sugarlands Distilling Company is a great activity for both friends and family. While you are there, be sure to load up on the different flavors of moonshine flavors, in addition to high-quality mountain apparel and other merchandise.

The moonshine brand is working hard to roll out additional flavors. Since last November, five new varieties have been introduced. They include Peppermint, Root Beer plus Mark and Digger’s Rye Apple Moonshine. Yum!

The current pricing for the tours at Sugarlands Distilling Company are:
1) Private Tour and Tasting – $12.50 per person
2) Distiller Workshop – $40.00 per person
3) Distiller For The Day Workshop – $250.00 per person

Of course when finished, be sure to visit the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Historically this beautiful area with fascinating natural scenery is knows as “moonshiners’ paradise.”

If you would like to make plans to visit and tour Sugarlands Distilling Company and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, contact us today. We’ll help arrange your luxury travel experience. Return soon to follow our luxury blog for more travel destination recommendations.

Photo: Sugarlands Distilling Company

Easily recognized by its iconic Gothic minaret, The Sherry-Netherland hotel has been hosting guests since 1927. This luxury hotel in New York City is known for its impeccable, European-style service and luxury amenities.

In 2014, The Sherry-Netherland completed a refurbishment project that brought the hotel back to its original glory. The hotel has won many awards through the years. We published an article earlier this year, detailing the hotel was named the 2016 TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice awards for Hotels as the #1 Top Hotel in the U.S. The article can be viewed here – The Sherry-Netherland Hotel – #1 Top Hotel in U.S. by TripAdvisor

With the warmer days of spring and approaching summer, people love to get outdoors and enjoy a picnic. Now this New York hotel is ready to pampers its guests with a memorable, Central Park package. The new “Picnic in Central Park Vacation Package” includes a wonderful goodie-filled picnic basket!

Anybody who has stayed there knows they have received world-class accommodations. It’s a VIP experience that everyone should enjoy at least once in their lifetime. But what better way to enjoy all that the Big Apple has to offer than a luxury picnic in world famous Central Park. Now you can truly say “Life is a Picnic.”

The “Picnic in Central Park Vacation Package” includes a two-night stay. By booking either a suite or room, you will receive several picnic accessories. For example, a luxurious, insulated hamper and a soft blanket are included. Each of these have been decorated with the hotel’s signature gold crest. In addition, the luxury picnic basket is stocked with a hand-selected assortment of fabulous treats. You will enjoy savory charcuterie, delicious tasting cheeses, gourmet cookies and fresh fruit. What’s a nice picnic without a glass of fine wine. Sip to a fun time with an included bottle.

Central Park is across the street from The Sherry-Netherland hotel, so it’s ideal to walk over and find a quiet spot for your picnic. Relax on expansive the Great Lawn, ride on a horse and carriage or unwind and try boating on the Lake. What a great way to spend a day outdoors – in VIP style.

This luxury hotel features 164 residential units. Of those, 50 are dedicated hotel rooms and suites. Each are uniquely decorated with numerous, original architectural details. They feature high ceiling, gorgeous crown molding and stunning fireplaces.

All rooms and suites at this luxury property come with free WiFi, in-room refrigerators stocked with a selection of mineral waters and soda, plus a Louis Sherry chocolates gift box and fresh flowers.

If you are interested in booking the “Picnic in Central Park Vacation Package”, rates begin at just $659.00 per night. A two-night minimum stay is required.

Let us know if we can help you plan your New York City trip. Stay at The Sherry-Netherland hotel and book the “Picnic in Central Park Vacation Package” for a wonderful time. Our luxury concierge agents are available to assist. Stop by soon and follow our luxury blog for more luxury travel package deals.

Photo: The Sherry-Netherland

Although Father’s Day isn’t until next month (June 19), it’s never too early to plan that special gift for that special Dad in your life. Make it a great holiday by choosing from an incredible list of travel adventures.

Forget about the lame tie, give dad something he will remember the rest of his life. There are many travel adventures available no matter what his tastes are. Does your father like to golf, hike, swim, or cycle? Does he enjoy ancient history or the beauty of nature? Give him an adventure that maybe he’s dreamed of doing his whole life. Show your Dad love and make it a VIP experience of a lifetime!

Of course there are many travel adventures to pick. Many sound great at first, but a little research determines there’s not much “meat on the bone.” We wanted to share with our readers 8 travel adventures that will a big hit with dad. No we’re not talking about taking him to a baseball game either. These are over-the-top travel adventures to die for. There’s dog sledding in Siberia, hiking Machu Picchu, brewery hopping in Belgium and even fly fishing in Bolivia. Here we go ….

1) Siberia Escapade
This amazing experience is ideal for your daring Dad who has seen it all. Your father can race teams of sled dogs UNESCO-listed Lake Baikal. He’ll also ice-fish and glide across the lake by hovercraft. He will discover one of Siberia’s Buddhist monasteries in the city of Ust-Ordynski, Participate in a sunrise shaman ceremony at Shaman Rock, which is best-known spot on Olkhon Island.

2) Machu Picchu, Cusco, and The Sacred Valley
Your dear Dad will be able to access the most iconic site of the Incan Empire – Machu Picchu. Your trip will be led by experienced tour guides. Learn about the history of the mighty Incan Empire. You’ll be able to wander the winding streets of Cusco. This is an incredible trip to Peru.

3) Cycle Remote Vietnam
Adventure to the remote region of Ha Giang. This area is located in the north-eastern corner of Vietnam and consists of primary forests and rice paddies. Jump on your bike and ride up through vertiginous passes to view incredible scenery. This is an amazing cultural trip that should not be missed from Ride & Seek.

4) Roping and Ranch Skills Retreat
Many travelers don’t get the chance to take advantage of an inaugural trip. Now you can. Your father can take part in the “Roping and Ranch Skills” retreat. This experience will be five days long and your Dad will learning various roping fundamentals and cattle work techniques. Feel what it was like back in the Old West and be taught western horsemanship from expert horse trainers, wranglers and riding instructors. This western retreat will be held at the luxury Red Reflet Ranch. There will be numerous ranch activities, plus wine tastings. Dine in style with ranch-to-table haute cuisine.

5) Explore Canadian Rockies by 4×4
Your father will love this awesome adventure. He will travel in a 4X4 vehicle, driving around both Banff and Jasper National Parks. A dream of many nature lovers is to see the famous Northern Lights. Now Dad can check that off his Bucket List. This outdoor opportunity is a wonderful way to enjoy the diverse wildlife and natural beauty of the Canadian Rockies

6) Fly Fish Amazon
Fly fishing for Golden Dorado is a treat for many anglers. Now your father can fish in the Amazon for the mighty fish. At the point the Amazon River meets the Andean hardwoods, fly fish in a remote freestone stream. This package is four nights and he’ll stay in a lodge near Chimán Indian village. Fishing the nearby rivers and try your luck catching two different Dorado species, in addition to other fish from the Amazon basin. Maybe you can catch an Amazon Pacu, Pirapitinga or even the the Yatorana.

7) Belgium Beer Bike Tour
If your Dad loves drinking beer and cycling, we have the trip for you! Having the chance to travel to Europe and cycle in Belgium is a terrific experience. Belgium offers beer lovers more than 1,130 brewed beers to choose from. This unique cycling tour allows you to visit more boutique breweries than other, available European bicycle tours. Don’t settle for second best.

8) Galapagos Multisport Tour
What a perfect getaway. Explore the magnificent Galapagos Islands. Enjoy the natural beauty of this iconic location with a variety of outdoor activities. Dad can try biking, hiking, kayaking, snorkeling, plus seeing stunning wildlife up close! He’ll be able to paddle with sea lions, turtles, dolphins, view a wide variety of native birds.

Give your Dad that special gift for father’s Day. Travel Adventures are an amazing experience and we can help plan and book for travel itinerary. Travel the world in luxury style. Return soon to follow this luxury blog. Read more travel industry articles on unique opportunities.

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Located on the southern tip of the Baja California peninsula in Mexico, Cabo San Lucas is a popular tourist mecca. Gorgeous white sand beaches and pulsating nightlife, plus an abundance of outdoor water sports lure people from all around the world. The reopened ME Cabo hotel is an ideal place to stay and enjoy a Cabo vacation.

ME Cabo hotel just completed a $16 million renovation. This luxury hotel underwent extensive changes to all of its guest rooms and suites, in addition to public spaces.

The Cabo hotel also formed a partnership with Blue Marlin Ibiza, the acclaimed, international lifestyle brand. ME by Meliá is a worldwide, experience-based lifestyle brand from Meliá Hotels International. In a collaboration with Blue Marlin Ibiza, they jointly created Blue Marlin Ibiza Los Cabos. It will become the first beach club in the Americas. It’s also the first location at a hotel. Blue Marlin Ibiza Los Cabos is scheduled to open later this year, in November 2016.

Blue Marlin Ibiza Los Cabos will be a trendy, multi-concept poolside beach club. Enjoy terrific local cuisine and awesome cocktails by day. When the sun sets, the beach club really comes alive with music from cutting-edge DJs. The club atmosphere will be electric and will definitely be a top, local attraction.

Mattia Ulivieri is the managing Director for Blue Marlin Ibiza Group and stated “We are thrilled to bring the spirit of Blue Marlin Ibiza to the Americas at ME Cabo. The resort and locale offer the perfect blend of sun, sea and international travelers looking for a world-class nightlife experience.”

To kick off the opening of Blue Marlin Ibiza Los Cabos later this year, there will be monthly series offered. “Pop You Up” themed parties will be available to showcase the top notch DJs and offer an intro of the beach club’s atmosphere. The current schedule of planned events are:

· June 4 – Pop You Up Kick-Off Party The Rise of the Phoenix
· July 2 – Pop You Up 2nd Edition
· August 6 – Pop You Up White Party
· September 17 – Pop You Up Made in Mexico
· October 22 – Pop You Up Grand Finale
· November 19 – Blue Marlin Ibiza Los Cabos Grand Opening

A summary of the comprehensive renovation at ME Cabo hotel includes the brand’s presidential suite standard, named Suite ME. For use while hosting private parties, enjoy a miniature production booth. Celebrity DJs can play pulsating music and entertain your guests in VIP style. The luxury suite merges three separate with a gorgeous, grand stairway.

The ME Cabo hotel also updated its portfolio of popular restaurants and bars. TullPu is a new signature Peruvian restaurant concept that features authentic, Mexican cuisine and great tasting Pisco cocktails. The most popular bar at Me Cabo is Rose Bar. This bar features the best, international DJs. Relax and socialize in the new, members-only Sub Rosa lounge.

Cabo San Lucas is a great destination anytime of the year. Consider a stay at the CE Cabo hotel. Enjoy all Cabo has to offer and be treated to a wonderful VIP experience. Follow our luxury blog for more luxury travel stories.

Photo: ME Cabo