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Who doesn’t love a beautiful beach? Here at Oyster.com, hitting the sand isn’t just something we daydream about as we are bundled in puffy jackets or huddled for warmth on subway platforms (though we do spend a lot of time conjuring up images of warm rays and rolling surf during winter). For us, it’s a…
Does the thought of this spectacularly beautiful nation in the Indian Ocean conjure up (lots and lots of) dollar signs? There’s a valid reason for this: Of the Maldives‘ nearly 1200 islands, only 200 of them are inhabited, and most of these are private island resorts surrounded by their very own “house reef” with stunning…
Did the billion-dollar Powerball jackpot have you dreaming of what you would do with that money? Us too. As typical travel enthusiasts, we imagined (re)visiting the hundreds of luxe island properties on our site that are typically frequented by celebrities and others with deep pockets. (Trust us, when we went, it was in the name…
Private islands are usually reserved for the rich and famous, but there are a number of them around the world where you can actually spend the night — although to do so on most, you still have to have some serious cash. Whether it’s a tiny resort or a standalone estate property for a single…
We love historic hotels. From grand dames to iconic landmarks, hotels that have successfully withstood the test of time are few and far between. After all, maintaining a hotel over the years, through various stages of management, is no easy feat — and keeping them relevant is even more difficult. But there’s also something (well,…
Here at Oyster, we’ve been to thousands of incredible places around the world, from the tropical jungles of Costa Rica to skyscraper-filled Dubai. And while there are some destinations that are continuously on our travel list — Paris, Miami, and Berlin (you can never go too often!) — we thought long and hard about which…
When the clocks go back and the dark evenings start to set in, it’s only natural that we want to jet off to warmer climes. Here are some our four top picks for chasing away winter blues with some winter sun this season.
While family vacations are undoubtedly fun and bring everyone together, sometimes you want to skip the kid-friendly activities and leave the tots with grandma and grandpa. Whether you’re looking to have a romantic getaway with your significant other, or simply cut travel expenses (and annoyances? maybe we’re going too far…), there are plenty of destinations…
Today’s society is obsessed with celebrity culture. From what fashion models are wearing, to what pop stars listen to, to what chefs like to eat, we are enthralled by how the other (more famous) half live. A growing trend has been emerging in print and online — more of us than ever are eager to…
Photo: Thinkstock, iStock Traveling can be an incredibly freeing experience, but that doesn’t necessarily mean you’re free to do whatever you want. Tourists often find themselves in hot water with locals or law enforcement for being ignorant of laws or cultural norms. At best, this can be embarrassing. At worst, illegal. Switching into relaxation mode…
