Dubai dominates in the air again
Middle Eastern and Asian carriers have emerged the big winners in a list of the world’s top 20 airlines as decided by flyers from 160 countries. Emirates took the top spot at the 2013 edition of the Skytrax World Airline Awards held at the Paris Air Show this week, where the Dubai-based carrier succeeded in bumping rival Qatar from a place it’s occupied for the last two years. The winners are based on more than 18 million customer surveys which measure passenger satisfaction in areas such as check-in, boarding, onboard seat comfort, cabin cleanliness, staff, in-flight dining and entertainment. The awards covered 200 carriers. Here’s how the world’s airlines stacked […]
Where to book your next luxe stay with a conscience
It sounds like a contradiction in terms: opulent hotels that provide five-star service and amenities while respecting the environment. But according to Ecoluxhotels.com, helmed by a travel journalist and an environmental consultant, the two concepts don’t have to be mutually exclusive. As the world fetes the 43rd edition of Earth Day on April 22, globetrotters with deep pockets are encouraged to consider spending their money at eco-responsible properties that offer luxury experiences, guilt-free. See a selection of green-luxe stays from around the world on Luxuo and more info on Ecoluxhotels and even ‘glamping’. AFP-relaxnews, Luxuo, Ecoluxhotels