Helena Marks, Protravel International

27/10/2023

Spent a lovely staycation with my dear friend Ellen seeing the NY Ballet at Lincoln Center than a walk to show off the new entrance to the Highline to the end.

01/09/2022

It’s never to late to say how exciting it is to have the first Virgin Hotel opening in NYC (at the end of the year?) and to have Shannon Bryne
Back in town (occasionally?). We had a partial hard hat tour and the public places will be amazing and great rooms with views.

Welcome 🤗

13/04/2022

A view from my terrace on Hayman Island.

31/05/2021

31/03/2021

Antigua and Barbuda are open to American citizens with a negative COVID test taken within a week of arrival at the airport. Highlights of this Caribbean gem include Antigua's panoramic views from Shirley Heights' summit and the white sand beaches of Half Moon Bay.

29/03/2021

Connect with Peruvian culture on a 12-day experience hosted by Luxury Gold Tours. Geared towards guests who value sustainability and philanthropy, highlights include a tour of Lima with a local expert, exploring the ruins of Machu Picchu, and visiting the Centre for Traditional Textiles. This organization supports native women and the textile craft they work to protect.

27/03/2021

Experience the majesty of the Pacific Northwest with a river tour by the American Queen Steamboat Company. Over nine days, the largest overnight riverboat west of the Mississippi River will journey along the Columbia and Snake Rivers, letting guests soak up the history of American expansion, incredible natural wonders, and even an unlikely wine scene.

25/03/2021

Located on the Big Island of Hawaii, Hawaii Volcanos National Park is a must-visit for avid mountain cyclists. While the active volcano of Kīlauea is always a major attraction, the park’s trails will take visitors through landscapes as diverse as rainforests and lava fields. Crater Rim Drive is a popular choice for this very reason.

24/03/2021

Situated in the central highlands of Costa Rica, El Silence Lodge & Spa personifies sophistication while keeping the environment in mind. Spacious suites surround guests with natural tones, large windows, and private outdoor pools, ensuring the area’s soothing natural atmosphere is never far away. The hotel’s restaurant also highlights the richness of traditional Costa Rican cuisine with ingredients from its organic mini-farm.

23/03/2021

Located on either side of Tucson, Arizona, Saguaro National Park showcases the region’s incredible biological diversity. Although pleasant throughout the fall and winter, the park is best visited in spring when desert vegetation blooms. Don’t miss a hike along the Valley View Overlook Trail. This easy stretch along the Bajada Loop Drive is dense with cacti and offers excellent views at its terminus.

21/03/2021

Developed in the 1960s, Porto Cervo is a Sardinian village with no shortage of Italian charm. With emerald waters framed by white sand beaches, the scenery is nothing short of bucket list-worthy. Friendly to travelers of all ages, this destination is family-friendly. Once-in-lifetime spring break anyone?

19/03/2021

Americans can visit Colombia with a negative COVID test taken within 96 hours, as well as completion of an immigration form. In addition to exploring the capital city of Bogotá, not to miss is the Caño Cristales, or “the river of five colors,” located in the Serranía de la Macarena National Park. The 62-mile stretch of river boasts stunning waterfalls and natural pools.