Edition Two

Featuring the American South, Luxury Train Travel, and the culinary delights of Italy.

Edition Two

Reflections

Our mission at Syllogi is to help you travel better and to be a trusted source of travel intel amidst the clutter of information out there. It can sometimes be hard to pinpoint the exact moments illustrating the issues with travel media and the important role we are trying to play – but just this week the perfect example came to light:

A notable publication released its “50 Top Hotels in the World” (one of many “top 50” lists out there). It’s #6 property* is perhaps one of the most disappointing hotels I’ve ever been to. In fact, I was there just 14 months ago, so I’m quite sure not that much has changed to warrant this accolade. Ranked among the caliber of hotels that provide exceptionally thoughtful service and great design, this particular place reeked of smoke akin to a Las Vegas casino, the red velveteen furniture was dreary and dated, and the food and the accompanying performance in the restaurant reminded me of Epcot. Maybe this publication simply got it wrong, maybe it was just copying other lists, but the more likely scenario is what we see all too often: ... Continue Reading

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Travel Research: American South Roadtrip

Feasting on New Orleans, Savannah, and Charleston

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Experience: PeruRail Titicaca Train

 Belmond-delivered cuisine and service on a glamorous day trip across the Andes. Read our full review here.

On Location: Hong Kong

Before a six-hour layover in the city: Flying one of the world’s best airlines home was part of the strategic architecture of the trip. And Hong Kong’s renowned Cathay Pacific Airways did not disappoint: cocktails were mixed and made, hot towels served — all while we were still sitting at the gate... Continue Reading


Travel Journal: Italy 2001

 In the final days of a semester studying abroad, recalling a scent that is sealed into travel memory. Listen here

From the Forum

Syllogi’s Travellers Club offers a members-only community to share and receive vetted travel planning intel from experts and fellow travellers.

A recap from a girls trip to Savannah where Forsyth Park and Collins Quarter were the stars.


Contemplate: Defining Your Travel Legacy

What do you want to be known for in the way you travel? Now is the time to be the architect of your own personal travel legacy.

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Musings

Syllogi’s ‘Musings’ is a series helping you paint a picture of a destination while traveling from your living room. From relevant books and articles, inspiring movies and tv shows, to songs and even treats and dishes, our goal is to curate a sensory experience that will prepare you for an upcoming trip, reminiscence on adventures past, or simply to envision a place that exists in your bucket list fantasies.

Watch (& Listen): Forrest Gump

For Dreaming of: The American South. Read more.

Read: 5 Best Travel Books of 2024

For Dreaming of: British Islets, Iraq, Spain, and more. Read more.

Taste: Genovese Pesto

For Dreaming of: Genova, Italy. Read more.


Intel & Resources:

In each publication, Syllogi will share various tips, resources, and other odd bits of helpful information we have happened across in our research.

Intel: Text Your Flight Number

The next time you’re preparing for a flight, make the flying experience easier by texting your flight number to yourself. Read more.


Beauty: Romania

Imperial Austrian Baths, Bǎile Herculane, Transylvania - On the site of an Ancient Roman resort, the decaying ruins of a Victorian-era bath are a sublime sight in the surrounding verdant national forest.


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