by Wendy Perrin Twenty years of interviewing travel agents and tour operators for “The Perrin Report” and other Condé Nast Traveler articles has given me a well-thumbed directory of the most trusted insiders – people who offer the best combination of specialized knowledge (based on firsthand travel experience), local connections, user-friendliness, and value for your dollar. Each year my team and I evaluate hundreds of new applicants to this list,  » Read more »

reported by Scott Goetz There are far more than seven potential wonders of the world for elite travelers. Ancient as well  as modern sites, natural as well as man-made creations—they all hold appeal. But how do you  decide which seven are must-visits? Our list of top wonders not only takes into account the spot’s  beauty and rarity, but also the level of opulence and exclusivity.  » Read more »

by Richard David Story I’ve never been one to take birthdays or anniversaries all that seriously, but, well this time around I couldn’t resist. Despite the fact that there’s no fuchsia-colored bow or special banner packaging or a 20-page portfolio of biggest hits, the September 2009 issue marks the 20th anniversary of DEPARTURES. Do we call it “anniversary,” or is it just a birthday?  Who cares…you get the point… Departures &  » Read more »

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 5, 2009 Contact : Margot Kong Imperial Tours (888) 888-1970 margot@imperialtours.net   Imperial Tours Reveals its Approach to Guest Satisfaction SAN FRANCISCO, Ca. (August 5, 2009) – Imperial Tours announced that it consistently exceeds the expectations of its guests by customizing experiences for individual travelers and providing superior service. Imperial Tours offers a selection of destinations,  » Read more »

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 30, 2009 Contact : Margot Kong Imperial Tours (888) 888-1970 margot@imperialtours.net Moments to Remember Forever Imperial Tours Introduces Its Unique Vision for Luxury Travel SAN FRANCISCO, Ca. (July 30, 2009) – Imperial Tours announced today that it has branded its unique perspectives of China as “Imperial Moments.”  » Read more »