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Portugal is one of the most popular places for luxury golf holidays, and the Algarve is the country’s star attraction. This region, located on Portugal’s sunny south coast, is a real golfer’s delight. There are plenty of highlights to be found on an Algarve golf holiday, and listed below are some of the best [...]

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With the promise of balmy weather and a growing collection of some of the best courses in Europe, golf holidays in Portugal have plenty to offer the avid golfer. While there are good courses throughout the country, the majority are concentrated in the Algarve and near Lisbon, with a couple of hidden gems on [...]

SmarterHolidays blogVal d’Isère is one of the most exciting winter destinations in the Alps and offers visitors a combination of top class skiing, lively après ski and upmarket boutiques while still retaining an authentic Alpine village atmosphere. As a result, it has come to be recognised as one of the world’s top ski destinations and [...]

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The largest island in Thailand, Phuket is an incredible tourist destination, blessed with magnificent island-dotted blue seas, hidden coves and secluded bays, beautiful lagoons, forested hills, lush green forests, and enchanting view of tropical sunsets.
However, the glory of Phuket lies on its wonderful coastline, with an exceptional variety of beaches such as Patong, Kata [...]

SmarterHolidays blogSituated about 120 km north of Vancouver on the Highway 99 is Whistler, acknowledged as the ‘Natural Year-Round Playground.’ With its soothing mountain air, pristine clear lakes, and luxuriant emerald forests, Whistler is a mecca for a host of recreational activities during both winter and summer.During the winter, Whistler becomes a sought after destination [...]

SmarterHolidays blogCopyright (c) 2008 Terry HelyPalm Beach is not just exclusive residential enclaves of millionaire’s winter beach houses, nor is it only about shopping for wildly expensive designer labels in exclusive boutiques. The region has a lot more to offer than just a peek at the lifestyles of the rich and famous.The city is synonymous [...]

SmarterHolidays blogIf you are looking for a Caribbean Island Getaway, for a Belize Honeymoon Destination, then look no further than Caye Chapel Island Resort, an offshore paradiseA Caribbean Island Getaway for your honeymoon vacation spot in Belize isn’t as hard to find as you make think. Just twelve miles off the coast of Belize in [...]

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Picture a land where golf runs to the very heart of society, where there’s brilliant sunshine, a guaranteed friendly welcome and some outstanding courses. You’ve just pictured California’s golf scene - and with its varied and stunning environments and excellent food and wine, it’s no wonder that the region is quickly becoming a must [...]

SmarterHolidays blogLocated about two hours from Vancouver - Whistler is perhaps the first destination that comes into the mind when you are thinking of a wonderful ski holiday. Along with a range of other activities such as canoeing, kayaking, fishing, snowboarding, ice skating, swimming, snowmobiling, and rafting - Whistler offers excellent options for an enjoyable [...]

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Few places in the world can live up to the sheer density of high quality golf courses you see in northern France. I’ve played in over 40 countries and there are some fantastic places but I keep coming back to Cote d’Opale….Just 110 miles from London. As well as the renowned courses, there are [...]