As our world shrinks into a “global village” thanks to a surge in technology and travel options, a rising middle class with higher disposable incomes and a deep-rooted quest for something bigger, better, more interesting and authentic, travel operators around the world are scrambling to redefine luxury travel. Luxury, for today’s traveller, takes root in the richness of a country’s heritage and culture. Travellers are increasingly turning away from the cookie-cutter options and repackaged holiday experiences to strike out on their own in search of the more cultural and timeless. This is borne out by tourism statistics and trend reports, endorsed by travel pundits and reinforced by personal experience… READ MORE