St. Martin’s value is ten-fold, and its duality makes it more unique than other Caribbean islands. St. Martin is divided into two parts: the northern part of the island, St. Martin, is ruled by the French government, and the southern part, St. Maarten, is ruled by the Netherland government. Both St. Martin and St. Maarten are distinguished by a “Welcome” sign. The island is about 37 miles wide, and travelling from St. Maarten to St. Martin feels like driving between two friendly neighborhoods.

Corinthia Hotel St George’s Bay forms part of Malta’s leading upscale international brand, Corinthia Hotels. Opened in 1995, the hotel seeks to offer a passion for craftsmanship and an understanding of world-class service. Here Breaking Travel News editor Chris O’Toole discovers more on a spring visit to the Mediterranean destination.

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Santo Maris Oia Luxury Suites & Spa is now the first officially-certified “Boutique Hotel” in Greece, based on the demanding standards of the “Boutique Hotel” classification instated by the Hellenic Chamber of Hotels. The designation as a “Boutique Hotel” was preceded by the recognition of the particular architectural and decorative design concept of Santo Maris Oia Luxury Suites & Spa. The determination was made by a Special Group of Advisors of the Hellenic Chamber of Hotels by validating the upgraded services offered by the resort.

When it comes to tourism in South America, tours in Peru have always been among the most popular. Cusco, with its amazing Inca heritage and, of course, Machu Picchu, are not just the most famous tourist attractions in the world, they feature on most people’s global travel bucket lists.

An outright winner from the start, the self-guided Contrasts of Puglia cycling holiday explores a sun-soaked region of empty beaches, unspoilt villages and low fertile hills rolling down into the clear emerald seas of the Adriatic. Invited along for the ride by organiser Headwater, Eleanor Hawkins here writes about what she discovered for Breaking Travel News.