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Champagne in the Sand Dunes, Dubai, UAE
Champagne in the sand dunes, Dubai, UAE
Al Maha Resort, Dubai, UAE
Al Maha Resort, Dubai, UAE
The Reefs Hotel, Bermuda
The Reefs Hotel, Bermuda
Hong Kong Harbour from Four Seasons Hotel
Hong Kong Harbour from Four Seasons Hotel
Phinda Private Game Reserve, South Africa
Phinda Private Game Reserve, South Africa
Huahine, French Polynesia
Huahine, French Polynesia
Bora Bora
Bora Bora
New Caledonia
New Caledonia
Abel Tasman National Park, New Zealand
Abel Tasman National Park, New Zealand
Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
Glacier National park, Montana
Glacier National park, Montana
San Blas Islands, Panama
San Blas Islands, Panama
Nha Trang, Vietnam
Nha Trang, Vietnam
Sydney Opera House
Sydney Opera House
Dog Sledding in Alaska
Dog Sledding in Alaska
Hippos in Zambia
Hippos in Zambia
Bugattis at Grassmere Sheep Station, New Zealand
Bugattis at Grassmere Sheep Station, New Zealand
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About Authentic Luxury Travel, About Me

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Personal Transformation and Adventure Travel

Personal Transformation and Adventure Travel

Personal transformation: Standing on the “Roof of Africa” at sunrise. Can personal transformation be achieved through adventure travel experiences? This is part 2 of a two-part article by Louis Amoroso on his recent journey to the top of Africa —…
October 3, 2016 | Updated: October 3, 2016 | By Elizabeth | 4 Replies More
Mt Kilimanjaro, Climbing to the Top of Africa

Mt Kilimanjaro, Climbing to the Top of Africa

Kilimanjaro: I love reading well written accounts of other travelers’ adventures – and that’s just what this is. Louis Amoroso is a popular life coach who uses travel as a medium to lead successful professionals to even higher levels of…
September 22, 2016 | Updated: September 23, 2016 | By Elizabeth | Reply More
Secrets To an Extraordinary SE Asia Holiday

Secrets To an Extraordinary SE Asia Holiday

SE Asia. I’ve been there. Maybe you’ve been there, too. But I doubt that any of us had a trip like Authentic Luxury Travel contributor Larry Kessler. For this San Diegan, the “luxury” is always meeting local people and making…
September 18, 2016 | Updated: September 19, 2016 | By Elizabeth | 1 Reply More
My Favorite Santa Barbara Hotel (by far)

My Favorite Santa Barbara Hotel (by far)

I love the view of the Channel Islands from the pool at Belmond El Encanto. My favorite Santa Barbara hotel? That’s easy. Belmond El Encanto won my heart with gracious suites in historic cottages, beautiful gardens, and a panoramic ocean…
September 14, 2016 | Updated: September 14, 2016 | By Elizabeth | 1 Reply More
Peruvian Paradise – Eat, Ride, Love

Peruvian Paradise – Eat, Ride, Love

Peruvian paradise: Pablo and his Paso. Peruvian Paso horses were on my radar when we went to Peru last year. I’d read about their oh-so-smooth gait and wanted to experience this ride for myself. Nina Fogelman of Ancient Summit planned…
September 8, 2016 | Updated: September 8, 2016 | By Elizabeth | 1 Reply More
Why I love this New Zealand Beach Resort

Why I love this New Zealand Beach Resort

Majestic water fowl and native plants thrive in the Waikanae Estuary. New Zealand beach communities are dotted along the country’s coast. Until recently, I thought I’d experienced the best of them – but then I found Waikanae. In a roundabout…
August 26, 2016 | Updated: August 27, 2016 | By Elizabeth | 1 Reply More
Yoga for Travelers and a Yummy Retreat

Yoga for Travelers and a Yummy Retreat

A yoga twist in Tuscany with Anne Marie Welsh. Yoga, as taught by Anne Marie Welsh at the Community Center in my hometown, changed my life. It’s not just the way she demonstrates the asanas that make her special, it’s…
August 6, 2016 | Updated: August 7, 2016 | By Elizabeth | 3 Replies More
Shell Beach – Best Central CA Vacation Spot

Shell Beach – Best Central CA Vacation Spot

In Shell Beach, native grasses and red bougainvillea bloom on the oceanfront bluffs. Shell Beach: What makes this area the perfect spot for a summer vacation? Great weather and a relatively laid-back atmosphere. Further north, coastal fog can be a…
July 30, 2016 | Updated: August 1, 2016 | By Elizabeth | Reply More
Solo Travel Made Easy and Authentic

Solo Travel Made Easy and Authentic

Solo travel provides quiet moments for getting to know yourself. Solo travel can be a wonderful way to see the world. For a couple of decades, I went everywhere alone and loved the independence and freedom. Even now, having married…
July 26, 2016 | Updated: July 27, 2016 | By Elizabeth | Reply More
Trip Planning Help Just For You

Trip Planning Help Just For You

Good trip planning led me to the beautiful Saratoga Arms in Saratoga Springs, New York. Trip planning making your head spin? I feel your pain. Even though I’ve been planning trips for myself and others for a long time, I…
July 12, 2016 | Updated: July 12, 2016 | By Elizabeth | Reply More
Galapagos Islands for Authentic Travelers

Galapagos Islands for Authentic Travelers

Galapagos icons: a pair of blue footed boobies. Galapagos adventures top many travel bucket lists. Blue footed boobies, sea turtles, and reef sharks draw travelers from around the world to the popular South American destination. Some people only dream of…
June 26, 2016 | Updated: June 27, 2016 | By Elizabeth | 1 Reply More
Restaurants in La Jolla Shores – Part 2

Restaurants in La Jolla Shores – Part 2

Avenida de la Playa: “A short walk from the beach…a simple but wonderfully comfortable setting.” Restaurants in La Jolla Shores are my favorites, and this isn’t just because they are close to our house. What I really enjoy is the…
June 15, 2016 | Updated: June 15, 2016 | By Elizabeth | 1 Reply More
La Jolla Shores Restaurants Rock

La Jolla Shores Restaurants Rock

La Jolla Shores restaurants: The juice bar at Everyday California is the new kid in the neighborhood. La Jolla Shores restaurants have a special place in my heart – and not just because they’re walking distance from our house. What…
June 7, 2016 | Updated: June 15, 2016 | By Elizabeth | Reply More
Seattle – in Two Bookstores and a Library

Seattle – in Two Bookstores and a Library

Seattle landmark: Elliot Bay Book Company located in the colorful Capitol Hill area. Seattle is one of my favorite cities, so I was happy to receive this guest post from Karen Adams, a talented local writer. I love her focus…
May 24, 2016 | Updated: May 25, 2016 | By Elizabeth | Reply More
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