Travel Stories

My trip to Australia began in Brisbane (or “Brissie” as the locals call it), the capital and most populous city in Queensland. Our flight arrived early in the morning, so we pre-registered for early arrival at our hotel, the Emporium Hotel South Bank located in Brisbane’s cultural epicenter. After a quick check-in and breakfast, our […]...

Welcome to the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, a captivating destination that combines rich ancient history, biblical significance, and breathtaking desert landscapes. In this blog post, we will take you on an exciting itinerary through Jordan, exploring its remarkable heritage and natural wonders. Day 1: Arrival in Amman Visiting Amman, the capital city of Jordan, for […]...

My South African adventure began with an arrival in Cape Town. We were then met by our safari director who gave us a brief tour of the scenic city, before proceeding to the luxury waterfront resort: One&Only Cape Town. The next day we enjoyed a guided full-day tour around the beautiful Cape Peninsula. This tour […]...

My Costa Rica trip began with a flight into San José, through an airline that services the south of the country. After landing, I hopped onto a small airplane for a quick 25-minute flight to the Nicoya Península. Separated from the mainland of Costa Rica by the Gulf of Nicoya and the Tempisque estuary, tourism […]...

By Ashley Gallo I recently had the incredible opportunity to visit Saudi Arabia with Travel & Leisure Academy and to experience all the country has to offer firsthand and learn about the mesmerizing ancient city of AlUla. I have always wanted to visit The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, especially when I lived in the UAE, […]...

Kendra Thornton, a T+L Advisory Board Member, offers suggestions for trips to take your pandemic hobby to the next level. While the past 17 months may have brought you a lot of family time and an impressive collection of banana bread recipes, chances are that it may have also resulted in a new hobby to indulge in. […]...

Vacations, by definition, are supposed to be relaxing and enjoyable. And I think I speak for everyone when I say, all of us need some of that, now more than ever. With the growing number of options and a wide array of services being offered, people are opting for luxurious villa stays. A recent travel sentiment […]...

Thanksgiving is typically a time for family gatherings at home, but with vaccination rates continuing to grow worldwide and many schools giving students a full week off for Thanksgiving break, why not take the stress out of the holiday season this year by gathering your loved ones together for a well-deserved Thanksgiving getaway. Connecting with […]...

Privacy and space are the most sought-after travel amenities right now, so it comes as no surprise that demand for private island getaways has skyrocketed since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. As a strong supporter of the Virgin Limited Edition properties owned by Sir Richard Branson, Royal Travel had the privilege of a private […]...