The travel industry changes lives. Do you remember your first trip abroad? How it opened your eyes to a new culture, new experiences, new food… Travel changed the life of this month’s 8 Questions subject, too. Before he made a major career change …
Our Favorite Places: Sydney, Australia
There’s nothing quite like flying into Sydney. As your plane descends and the iconic Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge come into view, you know your Aussie adventure has begun. This stunning coastal city boasts some of the most beautiful scenery in the …
Beyond black diamonds. The best of winter in Stowe.
By Jamie Edwards I’ve spent countless winters in Stowe, Vermont. My dad built a house there when I was 16 and we’d head north whenever we had a school break. It’s easy to solely associate Stowe with skiing. It isn’t considered the “Ski …
Now/Soon/Later: One&Only Ultra-Luxury Resorts
Are you a last-minute vacation planner? Or an obsessive pre-planner down to every minute detail? Perhaps you fall somewhere in the middle… No matter your travel style, CIRE Travel’s advisors are here to help! Introducing our newest luxury travel planning feature: Now/Soon/Later. In …
Just back from: Costa Rica
A Costa Rica vacation truly has something for everyone. Adventure, wellness, culinary delights, culture…whatever you’re looking for, pack your bag and get going! CIRE leisure advisor, Melissa Chaquea just returned from her Pura Vida adventure recently and had a magical stay at the …
8 Questions With… Simon Jones, General Manager of UJV Africa and One of Our Luxury Travel Team’s Favorite Safari Experts
An African safari seems to be on everyone’s bucket list. And if you’ve been on one, you know that one is not enough! So whether it’s your first safari or your fifth safari, CIRE’s travel advisors have you covered. We know all the …
Just the facts, please. Plan your visit to Joshua Tree National Park
By Jamie Edwards Joshua Tree National Park, while a short drive from dreamy Palm Springs, is another world altogether. A long weekend could suffice in this part of the dusty SoCal desert, but you’ll easily find a week’s worth of activities and adventures …
Wellness Insider’s Top 5 Healing Modalities
By Jackie Roby What does relaxation look like to you? One of the best parts of traveling is the chance to unwind where you open up to new experiences and are taken care of (starting with my friends at CIRE planning your trip). …
A Tale of Two Cocktails
Inspired to experience a luxury New York City Happy Hour in both a classic and modern hotel setting, CIRE’s Amy Fronczkiewicz recently visited the iconic Ritz-Carlton, Central Park and the brand new, Ritz-Carlton New York, NoMad. Modern renovations to the Central Park location …
Feeling Festive! Destinations for 8 Types of Holiday Travelers
By Jamie Edwards What is the Festive Season? According to the dictionary, ‘festive season’ is defined as the period of time leading up to Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, and New Year’s Eve. This informal designation has its origins at least as far back as …