Etihad Airways has invested $9 billion (£4.

Barbados is launching a new campaign to attract a great number of tourists to its sun-soaked shores.

Virgin Atlantic has issued some travel advice this week, which may make taking luxury holidays easier.

The Thai region of Krabi has been described as boasting "stunning natural beauty" by one expert this week.

A wine testing event is set to arrive in the Maldives later this year, those taking luxury holidays may be interested to hear.

Indian Ocean islands, such as Mauritius, have "everything a high-end traveller requires", one industry expert has advised.

British Airways has retained its popularity with passengers in England, Wales and Ireland, despite a difficult trading year, it has been reported.

Mauritius is a luxury holiday destination which excels in "dealing with high-end tourists", one expert has said this week.

Guests at the luxury St Lucian resort of Jade Mountain have been given a special treat this weekend by the resident chef.

Dubai's popularity as a luxury holiday destination is rising, as the city attracts travellers not only from the west but increasingly from the east.