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7 Incredible destinations to extend your Luxury Gold vacation

April 17, 2023 by Luxury Gold No Comments

Maybe it’s a new destination, somewhere you have always wanted to see, or just time for an extra treat. Why not extend your Luxury Gold vacations and spend extra time in some superb locations?

You can  extend your stay at the start or end of your trip, on each of our limited-edition tours. Or make your journey even more spectacular by choosing one of our extended vacations.

Venice, Italy and the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express

Gondola in the Grand Canal at sunset in Venice

Venice, ‘La Serenissima’, is a divine location and a hard act to follow. A highlight of Italy, its winding canals, stunning architecture, and rich history make it one of the most romantic and enchanting destinations in the world. You’ll never tire of exploring the city’s hidden corners, charming back alleys and secluded squares. Sip coffee in the Piazza San Marco and marvel at the opulent Basilica di San Marco and the stunning Doge’s Palace. Float along the canals on a gondola, absorbing the sights and sounds from the water.

Read more: Dine, Sleep, Do: How to spend a blissful 24 hours in Venice

Luxurious interior of the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express train, an extension to Ultimate Italy, Luxury Gold Vacations

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For the ultimate treat and crescendo to your stay, treat yourself to a journey on the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express. Continue basking in the timeless elegance of Venice on a luxurious journey to Paris, as an extension to Ultimate Italy, of our most popular Luxury Gold vacations. Opulent carriages, first class service and gastronomy courtesy of a Michelin-starred Chef, make this an unforgettable step back in time.

Read more: Meet the Michelin star chef putting his stamp on the Orient-Express menu

Discover this on: Ultimate Italy with Venice Simplon-Orient-Express

Auckland, New Zealand

Aucklands skyline showing the water in the background.

A stunning coastal city, Auckland offers luxury travelers a unique blend of natural beauty and urban sophistication. Whether you are strolling along the waterfront and enjoying views of Waitemata Harbor and the Hauraki Gulf, or exploring the city’s world-class museums and galleries, you’ll be longing for some extra time in this vibrant city.

Visit the iconic Sky Tower for panoramic views or take a helicopter ride. Explore the city’s underground lava caves and the stunning Waitakere Ranges rainforest. And pass the time enjoying fresh seafood and fine wine in the city’s many waterfront restaurants and bars.

Making your visit to Auckland even more memorable, travel with us and you’ll be treated to an exclusive dinner with one of the country’s famous former All Blacks rugby players. Just one of the exclusive moments that await on Luxury Gold vacations.

Read more: How to spend a decadent weekend in Auckland

Why not take a few extra days at the end of The Long White Cloud?

New Orleans, USA

The red paddle of a paddle ship in the Mississippi River, New Orleans

The Big Easy. A city packed with history, music and exquisite cuisine – there is always one more experience to savor. New Orleans is known for its unique blend of African, French and American cultures. Here you can enjoy jazz, blues, Creole cuisine, unique architecture and festivals including Mardi Gras.

Founded by the French, New Orleans was ruled for 40 years by the Spanish before being bought by the United States in the 1803 Louisiana Purchase, leaving behind a rich history full of fascinating tales. It’s no surprise it is one of the USA’s most popular travel destinations.

A big draw is the historic French Quarter, with its French and Spanish Creole architecture and vibrant nightlife along Bourbon Street. Visit St. Louis Cathedral and the legendary Preservation Hall jazz club. The city is considered the birthplace of jazz, and famous musicians such as Louis Armstrong and Jelly Roll Morton got their start playing in the city’s clubs and music halls. You can also enjoy the magic of Mardi Gras any time of year at the Mardi Gras World Museum.

Discover this on: Southern Grace

Read more: Why New Orleans’ Ritz Carlton Hotel is a cut above the rest

Alaska, USA

Alaskan landscape featuring mountains and water, with the tail of a humpback whale showing above the water.

An Alaska cruise is a must for any discerning traveler seeking natural beauty and adventure. And it makes the perfect extension to Majesty of the Rockies, one of our limited edition Luxury Gold vacations. Once you have been exposed to the outstanding natural beauty of Canada’s Rocky Mountains, we guarantee you’ll be yearning for more.

Over 12 days, we invite you to bask in the incredible scenery of Alaska’s Inside Passage. In the company of marine biologists and expert naturalists, stop at villages, waterfalls, fjords and glaciers.

Quiet and luxurious, your boutique cruise ship combines comfort with the ultimate in environmental protection. And it is perfectly sized to enable access to islands and coves. Intimately observe wildlife from the overwater viewing platform and enjoy exquisite onboard dining, with a bounty of fresh local produce.    

Discover this on: Majesty of the Rockies with Alaska Cruise extension

You may also enjoy reading: Why journeying through the Rocky Mountains will stay with you for a lifetime

Prague, Czech Republic

Charles Bridge, Prague, at sunrise

With a rich history and Romanesque, Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque architecture, Prague excludes old world glamour and charm. Known as the ‘City of a Thousand Spires’, it’s one of Europe’s architectural gems.

Must-see sights include the Charles Bridge, Old Town Square and Prague Castle. Take your time strolling along the Vltava River and enjoy views of the city’s skyline or explore the winding streets of the city’s historic Old Town. Prague is renowned as shopper’s paradise, and browsing its designer boutiques is the perfect way to indulge with some extra time in the city. Visit the luxury shopping district of Parizska Street for high-end brands such as Dior and Prada or explore the vintage shops in the Josefov neighborhood.

Add extra days at the start of: Harmony of Central Europe

Tokyo, Japan

The Alley of memories in Tokyo, showing traditional lanterns and small shops

Tokyo, the world’s largest metropolis, is known as the city where innovation meets tradition.

Despite its size, it is considered one of the safest and friendliest cities in the world. And with so much to explore, this is the kind of city you can spend many more days in.

Tokyo’s rich history can be seen everywhere in its architecture, particularly in its ancient temples and shrines. The magnificent Sensoji Temple dates back to the 7th century. The city is also home to modern architectural marvels, such as the Tokyo Skytree, a 634-meter tower that is one of the tallest structures in the world.

Explore temples, see vendors and fishermen in action at the Tsukiji Fish Market. The Yanaka district, with its narrow streets and traditional houses, provides a glimpse into Tokyo’s past. Dine on sushi, ramen, tempura and other exquisite Japanese dishes at the city’s acclaimed restaurants or try the delicious street food.

Read more: Guardians of a national icon: meet the Japanese cherry blossom doctors

Spend extra time in Tokyo at the end of Majestic Japan

 Zurich, Switzerland

Aerial shot of Zurich, switzerland showing the cathedral and the lake

Zurich is famous for luxurious lifestyles, high-end shopping, and decadent chocolate. Set alongside a shimmering lake and framed by the soaring Alps, the best of indoor and outdoor blend. It’s the perfect destination to spend some extra time, whether you’re looking for arts and culture, world-class dining or shopping and indulgence.

Zurich’ abundance of high-end boutiques and designer stores cater to the most discerning of shoppers. Bahnhofstrasse is one of the most famous shopping streets in the world, with good reason. A mile long, it features luxury brands such as Chanel, Prada and Louis Vuitton, as well as exclusive boutiques and designer wear. After all that shopping, take the weight off your feet and dine by the lakeside.

Add some extra days before the start of Majestic Switzerland

Read more: Majestic Switzerland through the lens of a Travel Concierge

To make even more memories on Luxury Gold vacations, why not add extra days at the start or the end of your journey? To help you choose, take a look at our worldwide collection of limited-edition Luxury Gold tours.

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A work of heart: meet the founder of the Rosengart collection

April 5, 2023 by Luxury Gold No Comments

Located in the heart of Lucerne, Switzerland, the Rosengart Collection is home to a world-class collection of over 300 works of art. Here you’ll encounter paintings by Pablo Picasso, Paul Klee and 23 other Impressionist and Classic Modernist artists.

The private collection of Angela Rosengart and her father Siegfried Rosengart (now a foundation), guests of Luxury Gold are treated to an exclusive after-hours viewing. Tour the gallery with an expert guide and sip a glass of bubbly surrounded by exquisite masterpieces.

We had the privilege of speaking to the Rosengart Foundation`s president and ‘grande dame of art’ Angela Rosengart, to find out more about the delights that await on this intimate and exclusive experience.

Now aged 90, Angela Rosengart started working for her father at the then Galerie Rosengart when she was 16, and it became her lifelong passion. In 1992 she established the Rosengart Foundation to put the private works on display to the public, and 10 years later in 2002 she opened up the museum.

Discover this on: Majestic Switzerland

The Rosengart Collection

The Rosengart Collection is housed in an elegant gallery in Lucerne, a neo-classical palazzo originally constructed for the Swiss National Bank. The collection features 180 works by Pablo Picasso, 125 by Paul Klee plus works from other world-famous 19th and 20th century masters, including Cezanne, Chagall, Monet, Matisse, Miró and Léger.

“The collection is perhaps so special because it is formed by only two people, myself and my father Siegfried Rosengart,” says Angela Rosengart. “So, it is different to what you might see in museums that have been formed by generations of directors. I think people feel it that it is something quite unique.”

“What also makes it so special is that my father and I had a personal relationship with most of the artists exhibited in the museum.”

Thanks to Siegfried and Angela Rosengart’s friendship with Picasso, he is represented in the collection with 32 paintings, including five portraits of Angela Rosengart herself, as well as around one hundred drawings, watercolors, graphic and sculptural works.

Related article: Discover the boutiques, vineyards and views of the Swiss Riviera

Origins of the collection

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“The Rosengart Collection started as a matter of the heart,” Angela Rosengart tells us. “My father loved art, even as a young man. When he became an art dealer, he continued to deal like he was buying for his personal collection.

“He always said that, even as an art dealer you have to buy only what you like. You must ‘choose like a collector and then sell as an art dealer.’ People always realize whether you love art, or if you just want to do business.

“So, there were always pictures which he didn’t want to sell, and it accumulated over the years. It became a collection, without our wanting to make a collection.”

Related article: Dine, sleep, do: How to spend a chic 24-hours in St Moritz

A natural love of art

“Art was something which was just natural in our house, there were pictures all over,” says Angela Rosengart. “As I child I might not have looked at them, but they were with me.

“Just before I had finished my school years, my father broke his leg skiing. He said I must come and help him, later I could do what I wanted. I soon realized that the profession of art dealing is a wonderful profession, and I didn’t want to do anything else.

“It was something unique to meet all the artists that my father met as a young man; Pablo Picasso, Marc Chagall, Joan Miró or Fernand Léger. It was natural for me to meet them too, and that was quite a privilege.”

Sitting for Picasso

Angela Rosengart in der Sammlung Rosengart Luzern
Luzern, den 29.05.2019
Copyright: Priska Ketterer Luzern / Janet Briner / Angela Rosengart

“I met Picasso in 1949 because he had been a friend of my father for many years. He was very kind to me and asked me to sit for a portrait for him. That was something very special because he didn’t paint many portraits anymore, although in his youth he did.

“There are five portraits of me in the gallery which were painted between 1954 and 1966. To endure Picasso’s gaze was an incredible experience. He seemed to bore into me with his eyes, indeed to eat me up.”

Angela Rosengart wird von Picasso bekr„nzt 1963. Fotografin Jacqueline Picasso.

Something special

“Opening up the gallery to the public was a special moment, and something very personal to me,” Angela Rosengart says. “People really enjoy the collection and I take great joy from that. It was great to have a place where the collection could be seen.

“I think the people are often surprised at seeing a collection such as this in Lucerne, to see so many Picassos, so many Paul Klees, the amount is surprising. It’s the only place in Switzerland where you can see so many works by Picasso.

“It is not possible to pick a favorite though, I can only say I have 300 favorites!”

Related article: Geneva’s Hotel d’Angleterre is a hotel committed to positive change

 

Journey with us on our Majestic Switzerland luxury tour and enjoy a private, after hours viewing of the Rosengart Collection Lucerne, under the eye of an expert guide. Followed by bubbly and canapes among Picasso’s masterpieces.

 

 

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Roger Federer, Trevor Noah and the timeless beauty of Switzerland

March 30, 2023 by Luxury Gold No Comments

Snow-capped peaks; shimmering lakes; glamorous cities; decadent cuisine. This is just part of what makes Switzerland one of our favorite destinations. Through our exclusive connections and partnerships, we offer a luxurious Switzerland experience that captures the timeless elegance of this country.

And now, through our partnership with Switzerland Tourism, Luxury Gold is supporting the launch of a new film starring Swiss icon, Roger Federer. As one of history’s most successful athletes, the tennis legend is the perfect ambassador for a country of exceptional heights.

Alongside Roger Federer, the new film also features Swiss-South African comedian Trevor Noah, as the duo attempt to navigate their way through Switzerland’s majestic landscapes by train. There are plenty of hilarious moments, and even more sublime scenery. You can watch the film here:

To find out more about the film, and what Switzerland has to offer for Luxury Gold guests, we spoke with Simon Bosshart, Chief Markets Officer East for Switzerland Tourism, and Gavin Tollman, CEO of The Travel Corporation. As long-time Switzerland residents, both know Switzerland better than most.

Simon, tell us a bit about the most recent film release with Roger Federer and Trevor Noah; and why Luxury Gold was the only choice to be your join launch partner?

Simon: “After an incomparable tennis career, Roger Federer retired from top-level tennis last year. However, he is and remains a brand ambassador for Switzerland Tourism. That makes sense, because Roger Federer was, is and will remain not only the greatest Swiss sportsman, but also the best ambassador for the country.

 “A look at the past two years, in which he has set new standards for national tourism advertising together with Switzerland Tourism, is the best proof of this. After Robert De Niro – and Anne Hathaway in 2022 – stood by his side in front of the camera in 2021, the Switzerland Tourism brand ambassador will again receive acting support this year.

“The co-star of the 2023 campaign is Trevor Noah, comedian, presenter and actor, and like Roger Federer, half Swiss, half South African. The film positions Switzerland as an attractive travel destination and focuses on rail travel. We are very happy and proud to further leverage our partnership with TTC Tour brands to promote our country and to share our campaign content with Luxury Gold subscribers.

Gavin, why is this launch partnership so important to Luxury Gold?

Gavin: “I could not be prouder of the long-standing partnership and friendship between TTC Tour Brands and Switzerland Tourism. Being born in South Africa and having now lived in Switzerland for over 14 years, I am still overwhelmed by the magnificent beauty of the landscapes and the extraordinary Swiss way of life, coupled with the mixing pot of cultures that bring a unique soul to the place.

“For this reason I am humbled that TTC Tour Brands and Switzerland Tourism have been working together for so many years to promote Switzerland. And the new Switzerland Tourism campaign featuring Roger Federer and Trevor Noah showcases in the unparalleled reasons for travelers to choose Switzerland as their next place to visit.”

Simon, Gavin – as two Swiss locals who get to experience the magic of Switzerland every day, why in your own words should travellers choose Switzerland as their next place to travel?

Simon: “There are so many things that I love about Switzerland, but I believe the one I appreciate the most is the variety of things to experience here – from different cultures and languages to incredible landscapes and traditions – in such a small geographical area.

“Moreover, with Switzerland being small, getting around the country is both fast and efficient with beautiful mountains, glaciers, rivers and lakes wherever you go.

“If you fancy travelling by train, you should try out the Grand Train Tour of Switzerland. A beautiful scenic rail journey of some 1,280 kilometers. The panoramic views are stunning and there is no set direction or duration. You can hop on and off wherever you please. Whether in Zermatt or St. Moritz, in the Canton of Ticino or the Lavaux, at the Rhine Falls or Lake Lucerne.”

Gavin: “I’m a passionate traveller, and I wake up each day and see that Switzerland is a place truly like no other. Looking out at 4000m plus peaks, swimming in the pristine lakes, eating local cheese in small villages where it’s made by hand by locals or the history and culture of the cities like Geneva where I live – it’s truly unique.

“I love to share this with others, whether it is summer, winter, fall or spring – the country offers travellers an unparalleled holiday destination. And if that isn’t enough, Switzerland is leading the way for sustainable travel, coining a new deserving term ‘Swisstainable’. Switzerland has always cared for its nature, leaving it untouched so it can truly touch us, always ensuring a perfect balance between ecology.

If you had to sum up Switzerland in one word – what would it be?

 Simon: “Excellence”

Gavin: “Soul-stirring”

Although Roger and Trevor find themselves getting lost travelling through Switzerland, Luxury Gold guests needn’t worry. We make sure you’re looked after every step of the way, as we explore this beautiful country on our Majestic Switzerland tour. See the famous cities of St. Moritz, Geneva. Admire sublime vistas on the Swiss Riviera, one of Europe’s most exclusive enclaves. Journey aboard the Glacier Express, rest in magnificent hotels and savor Michelin-starred dining.

For more information, visit our website.

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