Sojourn Travel Advisors

09/10/2026

The Dewberry might be the most stylish reason to visit Charleston right now, and we're far from the only ones saying so.

Virtuoso just named it the best independent hotel in the world. Add a Michelin Key, a spot on the Travel + Leisure 500, and a Tripadvisor Travelers' Choice award, and the trophy shelf is getting crowded.

The hotel occupies a restored 1964 federal building facing Marion Square, reimagined in brass, walnut, and marble as one of the finest examples of mid-century design in the South. The Living Room bar has become a destination in its own right, and the Citrus Club rooftop looks out over church steeples to the harbor, a view almost no one else in this low-rise city can offer.

You're also perfectly placed. King Street shopping, the historic district, and Charleston's celebrated restaurants are all within walking distance.

A different side of Charleston, same Southern welcome. Message us to start planning!

09/10/2026

Catch the 2027 total solar eclipse on land or at sea, with the moon’s shadow tracing a path across Spain, North Africa, and the Arabian Peninsula. With some destinations set to experience five to six minutes of totality, this rare celestial event is one to plan well in advance. 🌑✨

Reach out to plan your journey to witness this celestial show ⬇️

📷: Getty Images

These luxury cruises and hotels lie in the path of the August 2, 2027, solar eclipse, which will trace the eastern Atlantic, Spain, North Africa, and the Arabian Peninsula.

09/09/2026

How do you choose among Maldives resorts that all promise blue water and overwater villas? Start with personality.

Joali is the memorable one. Where other resorts hang a few prints, Joali suspended a life-size manta ray in the trees and put a dining table inside it. Where others plant coral frames, Joali sank sculptures on the reef and let the coral move in. Even the butlers refuse to be ordinary here. The title is Jadugar, which translates to magician.

Beneath the character, the fundamentals are flawless: Forbes Five-Star four years running, two Michelin Keys, and a top-three finish in Travel + Leisure's world's best hotels this year.

Anyone can promise paradise. Personality is rarer. Reach out to start planning.

09/08/2026

It's 2026, and we're already deep into 2027 and 2028 bookings. That's not a sales pitch. That's just the calendar.

The big milestones are driving it. Significant birthdays, anniversaries, one last summer before the kids head off, the trips that mark something. Those deserve the best rooms, not the leftovers, and the best rooms go early.

What's moving right now.

The Eclipse of the Century, August 2, 2027. The path of totality crosses Cadiz, Malaga, Tangier, and Luxor, and places to stay inside it are already selling. Nile sailings around that date won't wait.

The Los Angeles Summer Olympics in 2028. The best places to stay will be spoken for long before the torch shows up.

The 2030 World Cup, spread across Spain, Morocco, Portugal, Argentina, Uruguay, and Paraguay. If there's a new soccer fan in your household, this is the surprise of a lifetime, and it needs a head start.

And cruises, where booking windows now stretch as far as 2029 on some luxury lines. Festive season, safari camps, cherry blossom weeks: the pattern is always small inventory, fixed dates, global demand.

Tell us the milestone, and we'll tell you its real timeline.

09/08/2026

Provence has a different rhythm when you experience it from the river. 🇫🇷

A journey along the Rhône with AmaWaterways pairs vineyard-dotted landscapes, historic cities, and unhurried mornings on a private balcony with evenings spent savoring regional cuisine and celebrated wines.

From Avignon to Arles, the Colors of Provence itinerary offers an immersive way to experience one of France’s most captivating regions. ✨

Discover more here: https://virtuoso.com/advisor/nickrybe85054/travel/luxury-cruises/cruise-lines/6215377/amawaterways

09/06/2026

“What should we do after safari?” We’ve answered that question the same way for years: the winelands, and this estate in particular.

Delaire Graff belongs to diamond dealer Laurence Graff and crowns the Helshoogte Pass between Stellenbosch and Franschhoek, with just 16 lodges facing the vineyards, each with a heated pool and terrace. The trophy shelf here is genuinely absurd: two Michelin Keys, and the top prize at the global Best of Wine Tourism awards, which effectively named it the world's finest wine stay.

What makes it singular is the collection. One of South Africa’s most important private art collections is displayed throughout the property, alongside two standout restaurants, a serious winery, and a spa with those same valley views.

Stellenbosch deserves more than a rushed tasting day. Reach out, and we’ll help balance the lodge, the wine, and the rest of South Africa.

09/04/2026

A shift we’ve noticed in this fall’s bookings: clients are choosing the culture first and the destination second.

Seeing the landmark is easy. Understanding what you are looking at is the part that changes the trip. A temple ceremony in Bali, a festival in Mexico, and a market or fortified village in Morocco each ask something different of the traveler. Timing, local context, etiquette, and the right guide turn a colorful stop into an experience that makes sense.

This is why cultural travel cannot be reduced to a list of famous places. We plan around what is happening, how clients want to participate, and how much time the destination deserves. Some days need a guide. Others need a free afternoon after the introduction.

If there’s an art form, a tradition, or an era you love, that’s a trip. Tell us what moves you, and we’ll start planning.

09/03/2026

San Francisco has always known how to reinvent itself, and the city is in the midst of another comeback. New art trails, illuminated landmarks, buzzy restaurants, and revived neighborhoods are bringing a renewed sense of energy to the Bay Area's beauty. 🌁🥂

Read on about its new golden age, then let’s work together to plan your next vacation:

📷: Natasha Lee

New restaurants, buzzy bars, and fresh openings – from JouJou and Frankie’s to the Big Art Loop and A Bathing Ape’s new flagship – are fueling a comeback in this Bay Area beauty.

09/03/2026

The most requested amenity in Courchevel this winter? No other guests.

Le Chalet is the private residence of Airelles, set in the Jardin Alpin with ski-in, ski-out access to the slopes. It's booked exclusively, never shared, and it comes fully staffed with a private chef, butler service, and a team that handles everything down to warming your boots before first tracks.

Outside, fresh snow at the door, dog sledding, gondola rides, long lunches on the terrace. Inside, your own spa and pool, a cinema, and a fireside dinner from your chef that beats any reservation in town. The services of the legendary Airelles palace nearby come with it all.

A great Courchevel trip needs more than a lift ticket. Get in touch to start planning!

09/01/2026

In the heart of Rome, Hotel Hassler Roma offers a welcome sense of calm, with gracious service, elegant rooms, and aperitivi served just so.

Here are five reasons this storied stay is a must-visit, from its vast wine collection to its enviable location above the Spanish Steps. 🇮🇹❤️

The Roman standby recently reopened with two refashioned lounges and a facelift for Michelin-starred Imàgo.