These are the 24 Best Beaches in the United States

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The absolute best beaches in the United States

1. Francis Beach, Half Moon Bay, California 

If you’re looking to do more than sunbathing, this is the beach for you. Francis beach is located on the south side of Half Moon Bay State Park. Visitors can cycle along the Coastside Trail, surf, or camp on one of the 52 campsites that accommodate RVs, tents, and trailers. Visitors can also ride horses along the numerous trails that surround the beach.  

2. Cannon Beach, Oregon

Known for its sprawling shore and stunning view of Haystack Rock, it’s no wonder that Cannon Beach has been dubbed one of the world’s 100 Most Beautiful Places by National Geographic. It is about an hour and a half from Portland, however, the seaside village has so much to offer– you probably won’t want to venture too far away. Cannon Beach is one of America’s top art towns,

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Checking In to the Carlton Hotel in St Moritz

If there’s anywhere in Europe you can guarantee you’ll enjoy in the ski season it is St Moritz. In fact, this town in the Swiss Alps only comes to life when there is snow. Sure, it is beautiful year-round but without a layer of white powder, St Moritz wouldn’t be half the fun. And indeed it is a lot of fun when the season is in full swing. Visitors come from around the globe – I myself included, having flown here all the way from Australia to check in to the Carlton Hotel in St Moritz and report back on what you can expect from this luxury five star hotel overlooking the beauty of St Moritz.

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Carlton Hotel St Moritz | World of Wanderlust
Carlton Hotel St Moritz | World of Wanderlust

Checking In to the Carlton St Moritz

Anyone who has visited St Moritz will tell you this town is like something out of a fairytale. And covered in a thick layer of fresh snow,

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10 Things to do for Christmas in Paris

Paris is enchanting any time of year but particularly so around Christmas. There is something magical about seeing the city come to life with festive cheer and light up under the holiday season glow. With Christmas just around the corner, we thought it time to share the best ways to spend Christmas in Paris with you.

Post updated Nov 2022.

Lafayette

1. Christmas Shopping at Lafayette

This luxury department store is the best place to come Christmas shopping, not only because you can buy every one of your Christmas gifts under one roof but also because of the festive decorations. The enormous Christmas tree which hangs from the ceiling always take centre stage and is a sight to behold. This year the 27-meter high tree will hang upside down and will be decorated in rich colours with thousands of brightly coloured jewels.

Lafayette

2. Christmas Window Displays at Printemps

The window displays

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Checking In to the Four Seasons Golden Triangle

There are few places in this world as special as the Four Seasons Golden Triangle. Take it from me, someone who has been fortunate enough to experience many of the world’s most magical destinations and luxury hotels, this particular property is the crème de la crème. So, what is it like to check in to the Four Seasons Golden Triangle? After my recent visit, I can tell you exactly what to expect from this luxurious getaway in Thailand, overlooking Myanmar and Laos.

Four Seasons Golden Triangle

The Golden Triangle

If you aren’t already privy to the region, the Golden Triangle is a small pocket where three neighbouring countries collide on the Ruak and Mekong rivers. Those countries are Thailand, Myanmar and Laos. Three extremely unique cultures that share also some similarities, making this a very unique place to visit.

Before I visited the Golden Triangle, I had little clue what to expect. I

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Escaping to the Four Seasons Chiang Mai

For as long as I can remember I have had a love affair with Thailand. In fact, I can probably even pinpoint the moment it happened and the love affair began. I was nineteen years of age when I first visited Thailand. On that trip I travelled straight to Phuket, spending a few nights in Bangkok on the way home to Australia.

But since that trip, I’ve been desperate to seek out more of the country. In particular, I have wanted to visit Chiang Mai.

One of my closest friends Sophie wrote about her time in Chiang Mai here on World of Wanderlust some five or so years ago and it was her sheer enthusiasm for Northern Thailand alone that put this city on the map for me.

And so when I found myself with an invitation to Bangkok to visit and write about the newly opened Four Seasons Bangkok,

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Checking In to the Four Seasons Koh Samui

I first visited Thailand ten years ago and since then, I’ve told anyone who will listen that it is the best holiday destination for Australians. For starters, the location is ideal. Thailand can be reached directly from Sydney in just 8 hours, adding a few hours for connecting flights either side. Secondly (and in my opinion more importantly), the paradise available when you get there is oh so worth the travel time, regardless of your flight path. For this trip a decade later, I had my sights set on visiting Koh Samui. I had never yet visited the island, having previously opted for Phuket on two occasions. So for my return to travel after the pandemic, I decided now would be as good a time as any to splurge on flights to Koh Samui and stay at the Four Seasons Koh Samui.

Four Seasons Koh Samui

Island time in Koh Samui

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8 Must do Things when spending Christmas in London

There is no better time to be in London than during the month of December. This is when the streets come to life in streams of fairy lights, so pretty that it often feels like you are inside a Christmas tree! You can also enjoy traditional European Christmas Markets, a new tradition that has swept London.

This year I travelled to London to soak up the Christmas spirit and see for myself just how magical this city can be at Christmas time. Here are my top picks for everything you should do for a magical Christmas in London.

Post updated December 2021.

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How to spend Christmas in London

1. Winter Wonderland

As the Brit’s version of a traditional European Christmas Market, Winter Wonderland is the most important Christmas activity for any visitor to London in November/December because it truly is a world of wonder. Think pop-up German stalls selling glühwein,

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10 Fun Things to Do in Houston Texas

Wondering what are some fun things you could enjoy in Houston, Texas? Read our guide below for the 10 fun things to do and places to visit in Houston, Texas.

Houston, Texas, is among the top 4 most populated cities in the US, having approximately 2.3 million inhabitants. Its unique historical value, diversity of attractions, remarkable architecture, and state-of-the-art museums make it one of the top tourist hotspots. NASA’s Space Center and Astronaut Training Complex in Houston also draw the attention of visitors.

10 Fun Things to Do in Houston Texas
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10 Fun Things to Do in Houston Texas

1. Have a Luxury Experience at Houston’s RV Parks

RV Parks and resorts are highly safe and splendid points near the Texas Med Center in the South of Houston. Houston RV Parks provide highly luxurious facilities to its visitors, such as cleaning, laundry, wifi, an

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3 Reasons to Book a Cruise for Your Next Vacation

There are several reasons to book a cruise for your next vacation. From ease and convenience to financial savings, a cruise can be one of the best ways to explore the world.

3 Reasons to Book a Cruise for Your Next Vacation
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Traveling by sea has always had an air of romance attached to it. Crossing the oceans with the wind in your hair and the panoramic backdrops of stunning sunsets and endless waves can instantly transport passengers to the glamor and golden age of sail.

In modern times, this mode of transport has been superseded by air travel, which takes people across waters and countries in a fraction of the time. Fast does not necessarily mean better. However, there are many benefits that a slower and more scenic way of travel can bring you.

This article will show why you should consider booking a cruise for your next vacation.

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The Best Destinations To Spend Christmas

Believe it or not, Christmas is right around the corner. For some, that might mean booking a flight home for the holidays– for me, it means looking for new places to soak up a little  Christmas magic. Below are 8 destinations around the world that have their own, unique Christmas traditions– add them to your holiday travel lists asap! 

Strasbourg France

Strasbourg, France 

Strasbourg is known as the “Capital of Christmas” for a good reason. Christkindelsmärik, France’s oldest Christmas market, is straight out of a fairytale. There are over 300 chalets that line the snow covered cobblestone streets. Couple that with twinkling shop windows, wafts of gingerbread, cardamom, and cinnamon, and the 98ft Christmas tree at the Place Kléber, known for being the most decorated Christmas tree in Europe, and it’s truly a little slice of heaven on Earth. 

New York City 

Everything about New York City at Christmas is magical– the

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