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Trump Says He Declined Epstein's Invitation to Visit His Island: ‘I Never Had the Privilege of Going'

New York Times

2 days ago

Politics
New York Times

Trump Says He Declined Epstein's Invitation to Visit His Island: ‘I Never Had the Privilege of Going'

President Trump said on Monday that he had 'never had the privilege' of visiting Jeffrey Epstein's private Caribbean island because he had turned down an invitation from the financier. As part of a continued effort by Mr. Trump to distract, deny and deflect from his long-running relationship with Mr. Epstein, the president vigorously denied that he had ever visited Mr. Epstein's private islands in the Caribbean, while in the same breath baselessly accusing his predecessor, former President Bill Clinton, of visiting the islands, his latest bid at conspiracy deflection. 'I never went to the island, and Bill Clinton went there supposedly' a number of times, Mr. Trump said during a trip to Scotland. Mr. Epstein owned two islands in the U.S. Virgin Islands — Little St. James and Great St. James, where he entertained famous friends and allegedly trafficked underage girls for sex. He continued, 'I never had the privilege of going to his island, and I did turn it down, but a lot of people in Palm Beach were invited to his island. In one of my very good moments, I turned it down.' Mr. Clinton has denied visiting the islands or having any knowledge of Mr. Epstein's criminal behavior, and has said he wishes he had never met him. When asked about Mr. Trump's accusations, an aide to Mr. Clinton pointed to that original denial, adding that it had been 20 years since Mr. Clinton had been in contact with Mr. Epstein. In 2002, Mr. Clinton had flown on a private jet owned by Mr. Epstein as part of a visit to Africa — a trip which brought a flurry of media attention — but the former president has not been linked by prosecutors or officials to any of the criminal accusations against Mr. Epstein. Between 1993 and 1997, while Mr. Trump and Mr. Epstein remained friendly, Mr. Trump's name appeared seven times in Mr. Epstein's flight logs. Want all of The Times? Subscribe.

Africa Is the New Frontier for Ultra-Luxury Tourism

Bloomberg

5 days ago

Business
Bloomberg

Africa Is the New Frontier for Ultra-Luxury Tourism

A private island off the coast of Tanzania, costing guests around $50,000 a night, is the latest frontier in Africa's booming luxury travel market. Jennifer Zabasajja explains why private capital is flooding into the continent's hospitality sector. (Source: Bloomberg)

A Travel Advisor's Guide to Australia's Great Barrier Reef—What to Know Before You Go

Travel + Leisure

5 days ago

Travel + Leisure

A Travel Advisor's Guide to Australia's Great Barrier Reef—What to Know Before You Go

The Great Barrier Reef, which stretches over 1,400 miles along Australia's east coast, is bigger than the United Kingdom, Switzerland, Belgium, and the Netherlands combined. Given its size, there are many ways to experience it—including private villas, exclusive-use islands and superyachts. As a travel advisor who's visited this technicolor natural wonder multiple times, here are my top tips for planning a trip there. The Hamilton Beach Club Restaurant. Kara Rosenlund/Hamilton Island For a truly private reef encounter, consider exclusive-use islands like Pelorus Private Island, which has a full-service beach house that accommodates 11 guests. For a more remote and rustic location, Haggerstone Island is in the far north reaches of the reef. Other luxury resort options include The House at Lizard Island and The Residence at Qualia. There are adult-only properties if you're looking for a romantic experience. Enjoy sunset cocktails in your own plunge pool at Qualia on Hamilton Island, detach from the rest of the world at Bedarra Island Resort, or slip away to Wilson Island for intimate glamping. Families with younger children are welcomed at the new Sundays on Hamilton Island and the InterContinental Hayman Great Barrier Reef resort in the heart of the Whitsunday Islands. Further north, Orpheus Island also offers a collection of family-friendly amenities and activities. At the fabulous Silky Oaks Lodge, visitors can experience two UNESCO World Heritage-listed natural wonders side-by-side: Daintree Rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef. Incredible snorkeling and scuba diving can be found across the Great Barrier Reef. Lizard Island, for example, provides opportunities to snorkel with green turtles above giant clam gardens or dive at the famous Cod Hole. For serious underwater explorers, stay on a dive ship that goes to some of the most remote and biodiverse spots on the planet. For those who'd rather stay above water, the 74 tropical islands in the Whitsundays offer spectacular cruising grounds for bareboat charters and superyachts alike. If you're interested in visiting the Outer Reef, which is approximately 90 minutes by catamaran from the mainland, you might consider a scenic heli-transfer to beat the crowds and enjoy aerial views that help contextualize the Great Barrier Reef's vast scale. Free diving at Lizard Island in the Great Barrier Reef. Luxury Lodges of Australia Generally speaking, May through October is considered to have the most stable weather conditions and best underwater visibility. But there are certain natural phenomena that travelers may want to time their trip around. Swim with Minke Whales at the Ribbon Reefs in June-July. Take part in reef conservation by joining The Great Reef Census in September-January Game fish for black marlin on Lizard Island in September-November Witness coral spawning in the Reef's northern reaches just after a full-moon in October-December Watch turtle hatchlings make their way out to sea at Mon Repos, Heron Island, or Lady Elliot in February-April. Stuart Rigg is a member of Travel + Leisure's A-List and specializes in trips to Australia. You can create a tailor-made itinerary with Rigg at [email protected] .

Uncover Summer at Nujuma, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve

UAE Moments

22-07-2025

UAE Moments

Uncover Summer at Nujuma, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve

This summer, Nujuma, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, offers a retreat unlike any other. Set on a private island in the heart of the Red Sea, it's a destination where everything has been thoughtfully designed to help guests slow down, disconnect from routine, and find space to reflect. With nature untouched and silence uninterrupted, the experience centers on clarity, calm, and meaningful presence. Reconnect with Nature and Self The seasonal offer includes thoughtful additions designed to elevate your experience from the moment you arrive. Each inclusion has been carefully selected to enhance comfort and support relaxation: Daily Breakfast for Two: Begin each day with a full breakfast in a peaceful setting 20% on Food and Beverage: Enjoy exclusive savings across all dining venues 20% on Neyrah Spa Treatments: Restore with signature therapies at the resort's wellness sanctuary Personal Host Service: A dedicated host supports your stay from arrival to departure Offer Details and Terms A minimum stay of two nights is required. Valid for stays from July 7, 2025 to September 18, 2025. Use Promotional Code: EB7 to access the offer.

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