Another new member of the Black Book Collection by JG? You bet. Another culturally rich experience featuring the utmost luxury and service? Yeah. This Photo Friday: New Partner Showcase, JG Black Book of Travel introduces Inca Rail. Providing luxury, comfort and Peruvian culture at its finest, Inca Rail offers an unforgettable perspective of the Andean landscape as it brings adventurous travelers to the peaks that host the legendary ruins of Machu Picchu.

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This Photo Friday: New Partner Showcase, JG Black Book of Travel is proud to announce yet another new partner into the Black Book Collection by JG: Quasar Expeditions. The Galápagos Islands are a kaleidoscope of nature’s most unspoiled treasures and now travelers can discover the Galápagos from aboard Quasar Expeditions’ two luxury yachts. These vessels venture to areas not frequented by other ships and feature expansive decks for enjoying the beautiful weather and scenery, welcome like-minded adventurers who prefer an intimate cruising experience and impeccable service. Guided by expert naturalists, each journey provides close encounters with the islands’ fascinating wildlife and land excursions to unforgettable sites in Ecuador and Peru.

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JG Black Book of Travel is proud to announce that this Photo Friday: New Partner Showcase features the newest Mexican member of the Black Book Collection by JG. Hotelito Desconocido means “little unknown hotel” and is appropriately hidden along Mexico’s perfectly pristine Costa Alegre – an ecological wonderland of untouched beaches and blue lagoons. Built to resemble an enchanting fishing village, each of the candlelit thatched-roof palafitos are accessible by boat and winding wooden walkways.  It’s a magical place to completely disconnect from the world and feel sequestered in sheer luxury.

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Just off the Champs-Elysées and close to the Arc de Triomphe is another new member of the Black Book Collection by JG. This Photo Friday: New Partner Showcase, we invite you into a elegant world of modern luxury and French 'art de vivre' designed with exciting tones in neo-classical décor. A truly unique but classically Parisian experience awaits you at Hotel Balzac Paris.

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Speaking of Paris, why don't we introduce you to another new member of the Black Book Collection? Just off the Champs-Elysées, on a private corner of Paris' 8th arrondissement, stands a monument to traditional French design accented by modern Parisian chic. Within its walls one finds impeccable service, infinite amenities and, of course, exquisite dining.  Hotel de Vigny is an obvious addition to the coveted Black Book Collection by JG.

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This Photo Friday: New Partner Showcase, we're thrilled to welcome (yes, you guessed it) another new partner into the exclusive Black Book Collection by JG.

Two private villas nestled amidst nature in the Madikwe Game Reserve of South Africa deliver delicious cuisines, luxurious lounges and unrivaled accommodations from the banks of the Marco River. Experience a panoramic view of sunset in natural paradise paired with the cries of lions and hyenas. At Morukuru Lodge, Africa surrounds you.

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This Photo Friday: New Partner Showcase, JG Black Book of Travel is honored to introduce into the Collection not just one new property, but seven! But don't let quantity tarnish the idea of quality. Each of the seven new General Hotel Management (GHM) properties in the Black Book Collection exemplify the portfolio's most highly esteemed traits - the provision of impeccable and personal service with the creation of the most genuine cultural experiences in the most coveted destinations in the world.

The Legian, Bali in Seminyak Beach, Bali

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JG Black Book of Travel is especially honored to announce the recent expansion of the South American Collection with a Peruvian property of the utmost authenticity.  In the Sacred Valley of the Incas amidst the legendary Andes mountains, a garden flourishes.  Towering trees shade from an endless blue sky where vibrant birds alight among bursts of colorful flora.  In this garden are the luxurious bungalows and impeccable service of Sol y Luna Lodge & Spa.

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JG Black Book of Travel is proud to announce that not only are we continuing the New Partner Showcase, but we're privileged to continue it with one of the most exquisite properties in the United States.  This property is distinctly rustic yet modern, wild yet luxurious and perfectly compliments its lakeshore location with the Adirondak experience.  Introducing the newest JG Black Book of Travel Collection member, Lake Placid Lodge in Lake Placid, New York.

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JG Black Book of Travel is proud to announce yet another new partner, one of adventure, one of escape, one of the utmost luxury in the fairy tale-inspiring Cortina d’Ampezzo of the Italian Alps. Year-round royalty and celebrity alike choose Cortina d'Ampezzo for skiing, hiking, shopping, rejuvenating and, of course, Cristallo Hotel Spa & Golf.

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