J.K. Place is the go-to for exceptional European hospitality across three properties, offering characterful, special places to stay. Each hotel has under 30 rooms and suites, offering thoughtful, personal service and individuality. These are one-of-a-kind boutique hotels with a unique sense of exclusivity, resembling that of a private members club, in some of Europe’s chicest destinations: Paris, Rome, Capri and, soon, Milan (2025).

J.K. Place Rome – this discreet, intimate townhouse is a rare breed boutique hotel, part of the noble 17th century Palazzo Borghese. Comprising 27 rooms and suites, the hotel is walking distance from some of Rome’s most iconic landmarks including Piazza di Spagna, Piazza Navona, the Pantheon, and the Trevi Fountain. Also under the roof of J.K. Place Rome is JKCafe, a slice of La Dolce Vita in a cosy atmosphere, offering the best of Italian cuisine.

J.K. Place Capri – situated atop the cliffs of the island of Capri, above Marina Grande’s beach,  J.K. Place Capri is a charming property that has become an icon of elegance in Italy. Each of the hotel’s 22 rooms and suites offers sweeping views of the Gulf of Naples, allowing guests to feel immersed in the environment as they are suspended over the azure seascape. J.K. Place Capri is home of JK SPA, a fully equipped fitness centre, an outdoor pool, and The JKitchen to experience the best of Mediterranean culinary traditions.

J.K. Place Paris – offering a quintessential urban retreat in the City of Lights, with a prime location in the artistic district of Rive Gauche, J.K. Place Paris is situated next to the Musée d’Orsay. A former embassy on the quiet Rue de Lille, very close to Paris’s most classic sights, the hotel is a destination in itself, offering 29 curated rooms and suites, a wellness & spa area with sauna and steam room, a fully equipped fitness centre, and an indoor pool. Also under the roof of J.K. Place Paris is Casa Tua, a one-of-a-kind international gastronomic experience.

Leitmotiv Hotels is an independent and family-owned group comprised of boutique properties in some of Europe’s most interesting neighbourhoods. Based in Paris, the group now has two hotels in France and a third opening in Rome in Spring 2024 – Casa Monti. Leitmotiv’s first hotel, Coeur de Megève, opened its doors in December 2018 in the legendary resort of the same name, and La Fantaisie recently opened in the heart of Paris’ bustling Faubourg-Montmartre neighbourhood in July 2023. By tapping into the local rhythm and culture of its respective destination, each hotel has its own unique personality, offering an authentic home-from-home environment for both locals and out-of-town visitors, with its location serving as primary inspiration. The brand places the destination at the heart of everything it does, with the aim of inspiring new connections between people, places, cultures and environments. Appreciation for the modern desire for casual luxury is a constant theme throughout, with each hotel placing freedom over formality, and discarding convention in favour of possibility. Each property possesses a unique personality, with an emphasis placed on creating dynamic, elegant and joyful environments. By daring to embrace visionary interior design – by Sibylle de Margerie, Martin Brudnizski and Laura Gonzalez – and innovative dining options – including triple Michelin-star chef Dominique Crenn’s restaurant in Paris – the Leitmotiv group has elevated the element of surprise to an art form.

Raffles Hotels & Resorts, founded in Singapore in 1887, is where heritage meets modern hotel craft. Raffles hotels, resorts and residences are places where ideas are born, history is made and stories and legends are created. At landmark addresses around the world, Raffles’ well-travelled guests and residents enjoy experiences that are culturally enriching, intellectually stimulating and always respectful of local communities, heritage and the environment. From one generation to the next, visitors arrive as guests, leave as friends and return as family. Raffles can be found in key international locations including Singapore, Paris, Istanbul, Dubai, Maldives, Udaipur, Phnom Penh, and Bali; with flagship openings upcoming in Doha, London and Boston. Raffles Hotels & Resorts include:

CAMBODIA         Raffles Hotel Le Royal, Raffles Grand Hotel d’Angkor
CHINA               Raffles Hainan, Raffles Shenzhen, Raffles at Galaxy Macau
DUBAI               Raffles Dubai, Raffles The Palm Dubai
FRANCE             Le Royal Monceau, Raffles Paris
INDIA                Raffles Udaipur
INDONESIA        Raffles Bali, Raffles Jakarta
PHILIPPINES        Raffles Mataki
POLAND            Raffles Europejski Warsaw
QATAR              Raffles Doha – Opening 2022
MALDIVES          Raffles Maldilves Meradhoo
SAUDI ARABIA    Raffles Makkah Palace, Raffles Jeddah – Opening 2022
SEYCHELLES        Raffles Seychelles
SINGAPORE        Raffles Singapore
TURKEY             Raffles Istanbul
UK                    Raffles London at the OWO – Opening 2023
US                     Raffles Boston Back Bay – Opening 2023

www.raffles.com

The new, family-owned Almae Collection, consists of La Nauve Hôtel et Jardin in Cognac, Armancette Hôtel Chalets and Spa in Saint Nicolas de Veroce and Chamonix, and Palazzo Garzoni in Venice.

La Nauve Hôtel et Jardin, previously a Cognac distillery, is a recently transformed belle époque mansion located just outside Cognac, with just the exquisite exterior and facade remaining the same. The twelve, spacious accommodation rooms, including one Junior Suite, all feature delicate furnishings and unique touches such as beds and headboards made using roots of local Sequoia trees. The 12 acre gardens feature a century-old Sequoia tree, a small canal “Jean Simon”, a variety of fruit trees, vegetable garden and rose bushes, the garden leads down to the Charente River, where guests can enjoy the use of a private boat and canoes, as well as an alfresco pool. The main mansion houses an intimate gastronomic restaurant, Notes, a fine dining experience that combines gourmet cuisine and warm hospitality. A fresh, seasonal menu – created according to the hotel vegetable garden – lends pride of place to regional produce from the forests, sea, Cognac distilleries and local farms. The restored distillery building is home to Brasserie des Flâneurs, serving elegant dishes inspired by Chef Anthony Carballo’s childhood memories. Guests can also visit the big names like Hennessy, Rémy Martin and Martell, or journey to Delamain, where hotel guests are offered an exclusive visit to the cellars and a unique dining experience.

Armancette Hôtel, Chalets and Spa is a stunning collection of mountain properties fusing stylish interiors with traditional French charm and hospitality. Comprised of Hotel L’Armancette and three chalets located in the picturesque village of Saint-Nicolas de Véroce, and three standalone chalets in the heart of Chamonix Mont Blanc, guests can unwind in luxury after a busy day of skiing and alpine activities. The collection’s chalets are ideal for family groups with enviable children’s dormitories and amenities. For complete ease the three chalets in Saint-Nicolas de Véroce are ski-in-ski-out and can be fully serviced by the nearby L’Armancette, making full use of its kid’s club. The Chamonix chalets, located 300m from the slopes and a short walk to the town’s lively centre, feature panoramic terraces for summer dining and outdoor Storvatt Nordic baths. The setting of Saint-Nicolas de Véroce is perfect for an off-the-beaten-track authentic mountain experience, conveniently positioned within 450km of ski slopes across the Evasion Mont Blanc ski valley. Chamonix Mont Blanc is famous for its rustic charm, typical of the Savoy mountain region, with kilometres of incredible skiing at the base of Mont Blanc. Both locations also offer incredible summertime alpine activities, from hiking to canyoning and more, making it the perfect year-round destination.

Built in the 15^th Century, Palazzo Garzoni  primely located on the Grand Canal, and was home to the aristocrat Piertro Garzoni in the late 17^th Century, and most recently housed a prestigious school of art. Its latest renovation into luxury residences was taken with the upmost care, using the expertise of Venetian artisans and craftspeople such as Rubelli, and the finest Italian materials and marble. The residences include the vast Piano Nobile, with five double bedrooms, split over two floors, including spacious living and dining areas with breath-taking balconies and views over the Grand Canal down to Rialto Bridge. The other three residences; Grand Canal, Rialto and Terrazetta, span across the third and fourth floors, housing either four, three or two double rooms, with canal or roof top views and terraces. Each residence offers something different with a variety of stylish, modern furnishings, restored frescos and exposed beams, all with dramatic marble bathrooms. The Palazzo’s positioning in the heart of the city provides the perfect base for guests to live-like-a-local, accessing Venice’s network of canals by gondola or Riva boat from the private pontoon. Ideal for long weekends, celebrations with family and friends or longer tenancies in the city.

www.almae-collection.com

Oetker Collection is an exceptional portfolio of Masterpiece Hotels and villas in Europe, the UK, Brazil, and the Caribbean. Located in the world’s most desirable destinations, each property is a landmark and an icon of elegance, blending legendary hospitality with genuine family spirit that is unique to Oetker Collection. Carrying on a refined legacy in hosting that originated in 1872, the collection’s mission is to preserve and extend its unparalleled standards through acquisition and management of one-of-a-kind properties. The current portfolio includes Le Bristol Paris, Brenners Park-Hotel & Spa, Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc, Chateau Saint-Martin & Spa, The Lanesborough, L’Apogée Courchevel, Eden Rock – St Barths, Jumby Bay Island, Palácio Tangará, The Woodward, Hotel La Palma (Opened June 2023), The Vineta Hotel (Opening late 2024) and more than 150 private villas around the globe.

www.oetkercollection.com

Six Senses Hotels Resorts Spas are discovered in some of the world’s most pristine and untouched settings operating resorts in far-flung locations of incredible natural beauty. Whether it’s a resort on a remote pristine island or a Six Senses Spa in a colourful urban setting, the group is renowned for its unique and diverse design personality whilst each property is supported by a leadership commitment to community, sustainability and wellness. Six Senses launched in 1995 and was immediately recognised as a pioneer of sustainable practices with a total commitment to local communities and ecosystems. Today the hospitality management company comprises two hotels, 15 resorts and 31 spas. Now owned by Pegasus Capital with CEO Neil Jacobs at the helm, the group is set to double in size in the next three years. The 31 Six Senses Spas offer a wide range of holistic wellness, rejuvenation and beauty treatments administered under the guidance of expert therapists and innovative visiting practitioners. Six Senses Spas are also located in prestigious hotels and resorts around the globe. Six Senses Resorts include:

VIETNAM

Six Senses Ninh Van Bay
Six Senses Con Dao

THAILAND

Six Senses Yao Noi
Six Senses Samui

OMAN

Six Senses Zighy Bay

MALDIVES

Six Senses Laamu
Six Senses Kanuhura – Opened 2023

SEYCHELLES

Six Senses Zil Pasyon

PORTUGAL

Six Senses Douro Valley

CHINA

Six Senses Qing Cheng Mountain

FIJI

Six Senses Fiji

TURKEY

Six Senses Kaplankaya
Six Senses Kocatas Mansions

INDONESIA

Six Senses Uluwatu, Bali

CAMBODIA

Six Senses Krabey Island

BHUTAN

Six Senses Thimphu, Punakha, Bumthang & Paro
Six Senses Gangtey
Six Senses Bumthang 

BRAZIL

Six Senses Botanique

ISRAEL

Six Senses Shaharut
Six Senses Southern Dunes – Opened 2023

INDIA

Six Senses Fort Barwara, Rajasthan
Six Senses Vana – Opened 2023

IBIZA

Six Senses Ibiza

SWITZERLAND

Six Senses Crans-Montana – Opened 2023

www.sixsenses.com

Eleven custom make a different kind of escape, with a unique collection of properties around the world including a luxurious lodge in northern Iceland, a hideaway on the tropical paradise of Harbour Island and a riverfront retreat in the Colorado Rockies. At each of Eleven’s properties, world-class food and lodging are combined with unforgettable activities led by expert guides, allowing guests to explore places only known to local insiders. Eleven’s unofficial mission statement is to hear the words, “that was the best day of my life.” Going over and above to make sure they deliver a once-in-a-lifetime experience is at the heart of their ethos.

USA

Eleven Scarp Ridge Lodge, Crested Butte, Colorado
Eleven Sopris Lodge, Crested Butte, Colorado
Eleven Taylor River Lodge, Almont, Colorado

CANADA

Eleven Revelstoke Lodge, Revelstoke, British Columbia

Alaska

Eleven Winterlake Lodge, Finger Lake

FRANCE

Eleven Chalet Pelerin, Le Miroir
Eleven Chalet Hibou, Le Miroir

ICELAND

Eleven Deplar Farm, Troll Peninsula

BAHAMAS

Eleven Bahama House, Harbour Island

CHILE

Eleven Rio Palena Lodge, Patagonia
Eleven Martin Pescador Lodge, Puerto Cardenas & La Junta

NEW Zealand

Eleven Cedar Lodge, Makarora
Eleven Owen River Lodge

www.elevenexperience.com

An Irish family-owned group of luxury hotels in superb locations each with exceptional character, style and service. The group recently unveiled a fresh new identity after major work on all hotels.

LUXURY

The Marylebone, London

Design buzz and a café society style in London’s most glamorous urban village

The Bloomsbury, London

Heritage and grandeur set the scene for a new conversation in London’s literary heartland

The Kensington, London

Boulevard elegance and timeless glamour in London’s leafy museum district – Relaunched January 2016

The Westbury, Dublin

Old-world charm meets vibrant creativity in Dublin’s metropolitan heart

The Dupont Circle, Washington D.C.

A social hub in the world’s most powerful city

URBAN

The Croke Park, Dublin

Dublin’s iconic sporting hotel next to the spiritual home of the Gaelic Games

The River Lee, Cork

The modern face of Cork in the heart of the city

The Bristol, Bristol harbourside

Modern design and industrial heritage in the city’s heart, housed in a distinctive 1960s building, with great views over Bristol’s bustling harbourside

www.doylecollection.com

Scott Dunn is one of the world’s most experienced tour operators, arranging bespoke holidays with exceptional service.   From villas in the Mediterranean to ski chalets to highly professional children’s Explorer clubs in many of their destinations,

Scott Dunn offers five-star service and luxury pretty well anywhere in the world. Brand new for Summer 2016,

Scott Dunn launched ‘Crew’, an exciting activity programme for over 11s and exclusive to Scott Dunn guests at the family friendly resorts of Costa Navarino in Greece and Sun Gardens in Croatia.

www.scottdunn.com

Canaves Collection is a family-founded, boutique group of hotels in the heart of Santorini, steeped in authentic Greek character, charm, and soul. Created by one of the first families to introduce tourism to the fishing village of Oia, Santorini, Canaves Collection’s inception goes back to the 1980s, when two original 17th century wine caves were carved and transformed into ultra-chic hotel rooms. Over the past 40 years, the Chaidemenos family has slowly and sensitively developed unique destinations across the island into five different properties, each with its own distinct personality.

The collection today consists of Canaves Ena, Canaves Oia Suites, Canaves Epitome, Canaves Sunday, and Canaves Elefas Villas, each bearing its own unique style and personality, all boasting exquisite dining options including Petra Restaurant, Elements Restaurant, Omnia Restaurant, and Veranda Aperitivo.

Embracing ‘philoxenia’ – the ancient Greek value of hospitality – the Chaidemenos family is dedicated to creating once-in-a-lifetime experiences that resonate in the hearts of their guests long after they depart the hotels, embracing each visitor as an extended member of their family. Whether a private candlelit dinner during a romantic getaway, a perfectly planned intimate wedding celebration, or a memorable family holiday, Canaves Collection offers the ultimate in bespoke Greek hospitality, ideal for travellers looking to rediscover the authentic beauty of Santorini. The way the locals have known and loved it for centuries and will continue to do so if the Chaidemenos family have anything to say about it. 

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LA ROQQA is a destination within a destination: a luxury boutique hotel that has been totally transformed to mirror the unmatched beauty of the charming Italian harbour town of Porto Ercole. Located on Argentario Island, connected to the Tuscan mainland by one small road dividing the lagoons, the 55-room-and-suite hotel and destination Beach Club, Isolotto, debuted in full this June, following a three-year project to create something new and highly unique for this special region. The hotel’s ethos and design are perfectly in tune with the surrounding landscape while retaining a contemporary and cosmopolitan feel. LA ROQQA also features a vibrant rooftop restaurant, Scirocco, with breathtaking views over Porto Ercole. Located on the only sandy stretch of coastline on the island, Isolotto beach club is just a stroll away in a secluded bay with views over the small island after which it is named, and will become the beating heart of Argentario with two vibrant restaurants and chic umbrellas and loungers lining the shoreline. Porto Ercole lies on the east coast of Tuscany’s Monte Argentario, and alone among the region’s handful of luxury resorts, LA ROQQA combines the advantages of having both a buzzing town and a pristine stretch of coastline on its doorstep.

www.laroqqa.com

Patria Palace is a former 18th-century Palace turned spectacular hotel located in the heart of Lecce – the ‘Baroque Jewel’ of Southern Italy. Paving the way in exceptional Pugliese hospitality, the palace was originally designed by Mauro Manieri, a Lecce-based 18th-century architect, and underwent a meticulous four-year renovation to sensitively blend the historic building’s storied past with modern design and contemporary masterpieces. Situated in a small Piazzetta overlooking the Baroque facade of the Basilica of Santa Croce, the palace hotel boasts a stunning rooftop bar, gourmet restaurant showcasing Salento’s finest cuisine, an outdoor lounge bar, and 58-artfully designed rooms and suites with views across the city. With the city only a short drive from Salento’s crystal-blue Adriatic coast, Patria Palace also provides an exclusive Beach Club shuttle service to their partner beach, available daily between May and September.

Located just 45 minutes from Paris, hidden within the Chevreuse Valley, lies Abbaye des Vaux de Cernay – a former 12th-century Cistercian Abbaye that has been restored and reimagined as an impossibly chic new country hotel, the first of its kind by the iconic hospitality group The Paris Society. Combining the spirit of a contemporary members club with British country manor charm and refined Parisian elegance, the hotel opened in October 2023 following a meticulous four-year restoration. Located on 185 acres of unspoilt countryside, the Abbaye is now home to 145 bedrooms and suites, interiors by the celebrated Artistic Director of Dior Maison, Cordélia de Castellane, three exquisite restaurants, a state-of-the-art Kids Club, and exciting expansion plans with the opening of ‘La Ferme’ in September 2024 – a new accommodation offering designed by Corinne Sachot, the mastermind behind the interiors of CoCo Paris.

Hidden behind ancient walls within the city’s Botanic Gardens, Botanic Sanctuary Antwerp is a former 12^th century monastery, beginning its new chapter as the first world-class hotel in Antwerp with the completion of its Presidential Suite in March 2024 – the final act of a sensitive eight-year transformation. The 108 rooms and suites have been carved out of five historic buildings set over 20,000 sqm – connected to create a tranquil refuge in the heart of the city. The only hotel in Belgium to boast four Michelin Stars, Botanic Sanctuary Antwerp is one of Europe’s leading culinary hotspots, and guests can dine at 2 Michelin-star Hertog Jan, 1 Michelin-Star Fine Fleur or 1 Michelin-Star Het Gebaar – as well as two additional fine dining restaurants. The hotel also boasts Belgium’s leading destination spa, a 15th-century chapel, 18 conference rooms, a screening theatre and The Unprecedented – one of the globe’s most exclusive invitation-only Whisky rooms.

Hidden behind high walls in the heart of Nice’s Old Town, an early 17th-century convent is being woken from its decades-long slumber, having lain untouched by time since its last resident departed in 1985. The project – the first ultra-luxury property from Perseus founder Valéry Grégo, the name behind Les Roches Rouges and Le Pigalle – will see the convent and its 2.5 acres of terraced gardens meticulously restored and reborn from summer 2024 as Hôtel du Couvent. Complete with Roman-inspired thermal baths, menus harvested from the gardens and the convent’s own farm, and even a resident herbalist evoking the site’s ancient apothecary, this sanctuary from city life will be unlike anything that has gone before on the Riviera. Drawing the cultured traveller inland, guests will experience the history, tranquillity, architecture, design and authentic sense of place of this forgotten city landmark. www.hotelducouvent.com / www.perseuscp.com

Launching in Q2 2024, Odera, will be the first luxury boutique hotel of its kind on the unspoilt island of Tinos. Sitting in a secluded bay with a private beach amongst the island’s dramatic landscape, the hotel will comprise 77 rooms and pool suites, an expansive spa and private beach club. A testament to authenticity, the hotel will feature interiors designed by Studio Bonarchi, with an ethos centred on celebrating Tinos’ traditions, local artisans, and producers. The commitment to preserving the environment and supporting the island’s local craftsmanship is reflected in every corner of the hotel from traditional Tinian stonework and authentic pigeonholes showcasing the island’s natural beauty and heritage to meticulously crafted marble furnishings and incredible dining menus that celebrate local suppliers. The art of understated yet exquisite living is embraced at Odera and all rooms and suites boast magnificent sea views and a walk-in shower. Guests are invited to discover the heart and soul of Tinos through a host of island activities and excursions including hiking, fishing, village tours and marble carving workshops while the lively Tinos town is just 5km away. The hotel’s private sandy beach, Vourni, is a short stroll and guests can rent the hotel’s private boat to explore the hidden gems along the stunning coastline. The soulful sister of the Cyclades and a world apart from the neighbouring island of Mykonos, which is just a short boat or helicopter ride away. www.oderatinos.com

Bramble Ski is the largest exclusive operator of luxury properties in the alps with over 100 chalet properties in its portfolio, occupying some of the most desirable locations in eight iconic resorts including: Verbier, Zermatt, St Anton, Lech, Courchevel, Méribel, Val d’Isère and Megève. Its sister brand, Haute Montagne offers an elite, ‘next level’ portfolio of ski chalets aka – super yachts in the snow. Each of the luxury chalets across the collection are unique in design, from contemporary chalets that embrace the feel of a modern home, or the more classic alpine-style mountain escape.  This 2023 Winter season will see the launch of Haute Montagne in Val-d’Isère with two premium new chalets added to the collection.

Perched on the banks of the river Amstel and owned by the Heineken family, Hotel De L’Europe is evolving from the traditional Grand Dame of the city’s hospitality scene into a true cultural and creative hub, with a complete redesign of rooms, suites and the entire ground floor.

Later this year, a new collection of suites, curated by some of the Netherland’s most celebrated and innovative creatives, will open in the adjacent ‘t Huys wing -– ‘t Huys being old Dutch for ‘house’ – where icons of art, style and luxury will come together under one fabulous roof.

As the last remaining family-owned luxury hotel in the city, we are very excited to be part of its exciting journey as it marks the start of an incredible new chapter.

Dramatically situated on the slopes of Mount Etna, with views over the volcanic landscape and down to the glittering Mediterranean Sea, Monaci delle Terre Nere sits on an extensive 62-acre country estate planted with organic grapevines, native fruit orchards, and an abundant kitchen garden.  Comprised of a historic 18^th century manor house and 24 rooms, suites and villas, Monaci delle Terre Nere is built on the principles of sustainability and slow food, and is the ideal base from which to explore Etna by hike, horse, or helicopter, remaining within easy reach of Taormina, Catania, and the eastern coast of Sicily.  Guido Coffa, the estate’s owner and the visionary behind this impressive project, returned to his birthplace in Sicily to discover the estate and palmento winery.  He decided to bring the estate back to life – a passion project following five years of rescue and renovation from disrepair – to devote himself to sustainable farming and generous hospitality.  His idea was to create an intimate country retreat set deep in pristine natural surroundings, with a spirit of unpretentious, understated luxury.  www.monacidelleterrenere.it/en

Neri Baccheschi Berti launched Vico Milano in March 2021 – a seven-bedroom guesthouse in the country’s most design and fashion-forward city, Milan. Positioned in one of the city’s most sought-after locations, Corso Genova 11, the boutique property is just a short walk to the Duomo and the fashionable district of Via Tortona, home to designer showrooms and a Milan Fashion Week hotspot. Neri drew inspiration from the building’s history and the family’s strong design background, infusing a modern Moroccan influence.

Castello di Vicarello is a restored 12th century castle in the Maremma region of Tuscany owned by the Baccheschi Berti family. The extraordinary estate comprises nine individually designed suites, two outdoor swimming pools, an authentic Italian restaurant and an award-winning vineyard and olive oil production. The next generation of the Baccheschi-Berti family plan to bring the number of unique suites to 15 in total, as well as building on wedding business by restoring an 11th century Church on the estate and continuing to strengthen the success of the wine and olive oil production.

Set between forests and streams in the picturesque Chianti hills, Vignamaggio is a historic Tuscan estate with an organic farm and wine cellar that has been in operation for over six centuries. Today, under the careful guidance of owners Patrice Taravella – the visionary behind the celebrated gardens at both South Africa’s Babylonstoren and The Newt in Somerset – and his partner, interior designer Emmanuelle Sébillet, Vignamaggio is being transformed for the modern world through a decade-long project marrying this unique heritage with a contemporary approach. Il Borgo, a 15th-century villa which lay dormant for three decades, has been entirely restored to create a stylish and impressive event venue, and a collection of Tuscan farmhouses across the estate have been meticulously updated to offer the ultimate holiday escape, complete with private pools and jaw-dropping views. Expected to launch for summer 2025 following a near-decade long project, the Renaissance Villa Vignamaggio at the heart of the estate is to be reborn as a 19-suite hotel, while surrounding landscape will be transformed by Patrice Taravella into a garden worthy of its legend, with breathtaking views over vineyards and olive groves.

Overlooking the fisherman’s hamlet of Conca dei Marini, Borgo Santandrea is the latest luxury hotel on the Amalfi Coast. Following an extensive and meticulous four-year renovation, the hotel is now co-owned and run by the Orlacchio and De Siano families having officially opened its doors in April 2022. Perched on a cliffside 90m above sea level and with only 29 rooms and 16 suites, Borgo Santandrea has been renovated to deliver a masterpiece in Mid-Century design fused with classic and unmistakable Mediterranean style, giving prominence to local Amalfi and Campania craftmanship. Borgo Santandrea is home to three restaurants and two bars, all generous in size and spread throughout the terraced property, allowing guests to find private corners to retreat to, or social spots to connect with like-minded travellers. The Beach Club, with its dedicated jetty and private pebble beach – a rare find on the Amalfi Coast – is the ideal place for sunbathing and sundowners. borgosantandrea.it/

Just a 20-minute drive from Palma in the foothills of the UNESCO World Heritage Tramuntana Mountains, is Grand Hotel Son Net a stylishly understated, art-filled hideaway on a private Majorcan estate dating back to 1672 – which opened in June 2023 under the acclaimed management of the team behind Finca Cortesin, the award-winning Andalusian bolthole. With just 31 suites, the property juxtaposes elegant, palatial architecture with tasteful interiors that are relaxed, romantic, and intimate; breath-taking views-for-days, citrus orchards, and lush Mediterranean gardens. Spanning 57,000m² of boundless private landscape, there are multiple pools flanked by private shaded cabanas, encircled by lawns and flowerbeds that give way to an ecological vegetable and herb garden, small farm, and a private vineyard producing Malvasia white wine. Famed for its history and classical design, Grand Hotel Son Net preserves many of the mansion’s original features: rustic beams, stone floors, and archways; carved wooden ceilings, antique fireplaces, an original 17^th century interior courtyard and spring-fed well, and private family chapel, as well as a curated private art collection.

Set in the heart of Val Gardena, South Tyrol, Gardena Grödnerhof Hotel & Spa is a heritage property acting as a gateway to the Italian Dolomites, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Italian family-owned and run for four generations, the hotel features 58 rooms as well as modern suites, a comprehensive spa, three restaurants and bars, including the Michelin-starred Anna Stuben. The hotel is a short walk away from the bustling centre of Ortisei, a picturesque mountain town in the heart of the Dolomites. The family-owned resort has been welcoming generations of guests who return for the breath-taking scenery and charming Italian hospitality whether they are in search for the ultimate active adventure or a relaxing alpine escape. The hotel and surrounding region are a year-round destination, attracting intrepid hikers, cyclists and golfers during the summer months and avid ski and alpine sports enthusiasts throughout the extended winter season.

www.gardena.it

Moments from St Tropez, Lily of the Valley is a stylish year-round retreat for those looking to reflect, reset and get onto a realistic path for long-term health. Designed by French Architect and Designer, Philippe Starck, to emulate the tumbling Hanging Gardens of Babylon and Provençal abbeys, the beachside hotel features an expansive 2,000 sqm spa and fitness space and specialises in expertly curated programmes for long-lasting weight management. Led by international nutritionist, Dr Jacques Fricker, Lily of the Valley offers a choice of four wellness programmes with 4-, 7-, 10- or 14-day retreats, each making the most of the breathtaking Mediterranean surroundings. With 38 rooms, 6 suites, 8 pool suites, and the exclusive-use Villa W,  the hotel is the ultimate wellness destination with panoramic sea views, healthy Mediterranean gastronomy, and a private beach club on the sandy Plage de Gigaro.

lilyofthevalley.com

Set in Palazzo Papadopoli, one of the city’s eight monumental palazzos on the Grand Canal, Aman Venice embodies all that is sumptuous and sensuous about La Serenissima. In 2013, the Palazzo entered a new era in its history, with the face of Aman Venice, after a careful restoration work by Jean-Michel Gathy, who integrated the artistic heritage of the building with touches of contemporary comfort.

The hotel offers 24 rooms and suites, many of which are enriched with works by great Italian artists. The Coccina’s Apartment comprises three bedrooms, with an incomparable view of the Grand Canal and the internal gardens. Aman Venice is also home to a stunning restaurant, Arva, a tribute to the rich Italian culinary heritage. Developed by Executive Chef Dario Ossola, who has brought his expertise in Mediterranean cuisine to some of the finest kitchens in London and Italy, Arva menu has been enhanced by the culinary imagination of the three Michelin-starred consultant chef Norbert Niederkofler. The attention is all to fresh and seasonal products, as well as to local small producers for a creative and environmentally conscious approach to cuisine.

Finally, guests can enjoy a moment of wellness at the Aman Spa, a small oasis of well-being that offers three treatment rooms, and a selection of massages and treatments to balance mind and body, inspired by both Asian healing philosophies and the Italian spa tradition.

www.aman.com/hotels/aman-venice

Standing above the village of Moltrasio, leading all the way down to the lake’s shore, Passalacqua is an extraordinary private villa transformed into an incredible 24-suite hotel opening its doors to guests in June 2022. The remarkable mansion has played host to some of the world’s most brilliant minds in music, literature, art and politics from Napoleon Bonaparte to Bellini to Winston Churchill. Built on land originally owned by Pope Innocent XI, Villa Passalacqua was constructed in the 18th Century by Count Andrea Lucini Passalacqua, who worked with architect Felice Soave and designer Giocondo Albertolli to bring his vision of making one of the largest and most spectacular villas on Lake Como come to life. Now, Passalacqua has become the latest passion project for one of Italy’s most well-known hotelier families – Paolo, Antonella and Valentina De Santis. Sister property to the lake’s Grand Hotel Tremezzo – one of the world’s most iconic hotels – it will offer total privacy and magnificence.

Every single aspect is hand chosen and designed; no suite is the same; frescos have been meticulously restored and secret bars created. The majestic terraced gardens which overlook Lake Como are simply extraordinary with private hideaways and enchanting fountains. They are full of centuries old trees considered some of the most historic, beautiful and well-maintained in all of Italy. The suites will be set within the main historic villa, the Pus Palaz ancient stables and Casa al Lago located right on the lake, and include the largest suite on Lake Como with a double height balustraded music room where Bellini used to play his piano. The bathrooms are extraordinary with sheets of marble personally chosen one by one from caves in Verona; from the Breccia Pontificia also used in The Vatican to the Quatre Saisons that looks more like art than stone. The property will feature a romantic rose garden, a vegetable garden and an antique orchard, stunning swimming pool and lakeside tennis court plus of course a private dock on the lake with hotel vintage boats to sail the lake waters in style. Guests will also benefit from an open air gym in the olive grove, spa treatments in the fruit garden, yoga offered every morning at sunrise and a cinema under the stars. Relaxed dining spaces will be in formal gardens offering a less is more approach to Italian home cooked dishes. Passalacqua is a place of wonder created from the heart, by a family that has an ambition to give life to a new Lake Como icon that honours the past but is relevant for the centuries ahead.

https://www.passalacqua.it/

Set in San Sebastián, in the beating heart of the Basque Country, Villa Soro opened in April 2022 following a beautiful redesign, including a dedicated bar and new wellness space. The hotel is the first Spanish mainland property from the team behind the stylish Sant Francesc Hotel Singular and Can Ferrereta in Mallorca. The historic Villa Soro comprises 25-rooms and the refurbishment saw an individual redesign of the hotel’s original rooms. Built as a British-style family home in the 19th century, the historic Aristocratic villa is one of the few heritage properties in the City of San Sebastián. The hotel maintains the spirit of the period, featuring large lounges, high ceilings, fireplaces and an original carved wooden staircase. With an abundance of space and extensive gardens – designed by prestigious French gardener, Pierre Ducasse – the villa offers the sensation of being in the middle of the countryside, despite its location in the heart of the city.

www.hotelvillasoro.com

Once an ancient masseria owned by Prince Nicolaci, Il San Corrado Di Noto opened for its first full season in April 2022. One of the first true boutique hotels in Val di Noto, the jewel in Sicily’s crown, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and home to eight historic towns. Thoughtfully converted into a beautiful boutique hotel, it is now home to 26 generously sized suites with outdoor terraces, eight pool villas surrounded by citrus and olive groves and two outdoor pools, including a 100m long heated pool – one of the largest in Italy. The hotel’s two signature restaurants offer classic Sicilian cuisine and guests have full access to the onsite tennis court, fitness suite and spa and nearby private Beach Club.

ilsancorradodinoto.com/

Harbour Hotels is a collection of 14 luxury properties positioned in some of the UK’s most iconic and desirable locations, from seafronts to harbours, to royal parks and historic manor houses on country estates. The properties all feature excellent in-house restaurants with seasonal locally-sourced ingredients, destination bars, and most of them boast high-quality spas and first class event facilities. The Harbour Hotels are located around the South and South-West of the UK and the portfolio currently includes:

• CORNWALL: Harbour Hotel Padstow, Harbour Hotel Fowey, Harbour Hotel St Ives
• DEVON: Harbour Hotel Salcombe, Harbour Hotel Sidmouth, Harbour Beach Club & Hotel
• BRISTOL: Harbour Hotel Bristol
• DORSET: Harbour Hotel Christchurch
• HAMPSHIRE: Harbour Hotel Southampton
• SURREY: Harbour Hotel Guildford
• SUSSEX: Harbour Hotel Chichester, Harbour Hotel Brighton
• GREATER LONDON: Harbour Hotel Richmond

www.harbourhotels.co.uk

Located in the authentic Mallorcan town of Santanyí on the south east coast, Can Ferrereta opened in May 2021. The Soldevila-Ferrer family, who also own Sant Francesc Hotel in Palma, worked with Mallorcan-based BASTIDAS Architecture and Spanish design house WIT to meticulously restore the historic 17th century building, transforming it into a stunning 32-room hotel. The interiors are reminiscent of a grand summer house and the outdoor spaces boast a 25m pool, verdant gardens and breath-taking art including a two metre, 280 kilo visage sculpture by the renowned Barcelona-born Jaume Plensa. Food and spa treatments are inspired by traditional Mallorcan village life and are deeply rooted in celebrating local, seasonal produce.

www.hotelcanferrereta.com

The Rooster is a retreat for the discerning traveller on the under-the-radar Greek island of Antiparos – a place that embraces ‘slow living’ through sustainability, organic food, wellness, learning and fun. Tucked away between the sandy, unspoilt beaches of the Aegean coastline and the dramatic landscape of the Cyclades, amidst open fields and the mystical caves of Antiparos island, The Rooster exists in complete harmony with nature.  It is all about space and privacy: just 17 individual suites, villas and houses of differing size, each offering stunning views of the Aegean Sea and private gardens; and enchanting raw beauty with sustainability at its heart, all the while working in harmony with the local community and with wellness at its core. This is a place to arrive, completely relax away from the stresses of everyday life, and leave rejuvenated and renewed. The Rooster seeks to respect its environment and holds paramount the authenticity of Greek island life and delivering a bespoke experience to each of its guests. The hotel’s Founder & Owner, Athanasia Comninos, is passionate about Antiparos and safeguarding it, and her mission with The Rooster is to foster respectful tourism on the island. Athanasia worked closely with VOIS architects and was instrumental in developing the concept and interior design of the property.

theroosterantiparos.com

Château Troplong Mondot, the renowned Premier Grand Cru Classé wine estate in Bordeaux, is the ultimate secluded escape, accessible via car, train or private jet – just 40 minutes from Bordeaux Airport. The 19th Century Château Troplong Mondot  is so much more than a vineyard – a quintessentially rural retreat, situated within a dynamic farm and working wine estate, spread across 36-hectares of expansive vines and grounds and, this winter, guests enjoy the newly renovated chateau all to themselves with the option for a private buyout. Perched on top of the Mondot hilltop, Château Troplong Mondot is the highest estate in Saint-Emilion, the bedrooms offer some of the best views of neighbouring UNESCO-world heritage site Saint-Émilion.

About OKU Hotels
OKU Hotels is a collection of soulful laidback luxury hotels launched in 2020 and currently comprising two boutique hotels – OKU Kos, which opened in July 2020 and OKU Ibiza which opened in May 2021. With destinations that captivate, wellbeing practices that relax or revive, and dining and music experiences that awaken the senses, OKU Hotels offer laidback luxury in captivating destinations for the modern traveller, that are inspired by nature and local connections. OKU is derived from theJapanese spiritual and architectural concept meaning “inner space”. OKU Hotels is a brand owned and managed by Hotel Brands International Limited and has plans for further global expansion in the coming years.

About OKU Ibiza
OKU Ibiza, which opened in May 2021, is a Balearic retreat on the south west of the island and just a moment’s walk from the beautiful Cala Gracio bay and beaches. Inspired by nature and barefoot living, the laid-back hotel is designed with slow living, enriching experiences and sustainability at its heart. The hotel will offer 189 guest rooms and suites as well as a luxury 4-bedroom private villa, and is hope to one of the island’s largest swimming pools.

About OKU Kos
OKU Kos, opened in April 2021, is an intimate village-style beach hideaway located on the shores of Aegean. Inspired by the Greek way of life, it offers 100 spacious guest rooms, including suites with private and semi-private pools and a handful of private 2-bedroom villas for the ultimate in secluded luxury. Combining restorative wellness with the best of local culture, the boutique hotel promises to be a peaceful sanctuary to relax and unwind.

www.okuhotels.com 

Lopud 1483 is located on the northern tip of Lopud, Dubrovnik, in a Franciscan monastery that has been overlooking the island for centuries. The property has been lovingly restored over the past 20 years by Creative Director Francesca Thyssen-Bornemisza and her family. She worked with the Arhitektri studio in Zagreb to ensure that every aspect was carefully designed in order to preserve the incredible history of the building. Lopud 1483 is available on an exclusive use basis from May to October. The 13 original cells of the 5,000 square meter monastery have been transformed into five exquisite suites, with wooden ceilings, windows and floors and views onto the sea or medicinal garden. Each room features a unique combination of renaissance furniture, from the Thyssen-Bornemisza collection as well as bespoke new pieces by Italian designer Paola Lenti and contemporary art from the TBA21 collection. Intimate meals can be enjoyed outside or in the Old Kitchen – a charming space with an open fire and functional bread oven, used to make delicious fresh pizzas today, while guests can indulge with cocktails and canapes on the Sunset Terrace, located on the top of the fortress, offering exceptional views of Lopud and The Elaphiti Islands. Wellness offerings include locally inspired spa treatments, Alchemy Bars, in-house meditation experts and visiting practitioners can be arranged upon request. This undiscovered island sanctuary has been designed as a place where history, art and botanical exploration ignite the senses. The property is also home to a Sacred Garden, complete with nine stations designed for meditation and contemplation, a traditional Franciscan Pharmacy.

62° Nord is a leading experiential travel company founded by Knut and Line Flakk offering highly personalised, world-class adventures on the North West coast of Norway. The Flakk’s have taken their love and passion for their home region, Sunnmøre, to a whole new level, offering tailor made itineraries led by a team of local guides and experts. From breathtakingly beautiful hikes, world-class skiing and helicopter adventures, to deep sea fishing, wildlife safaris and destination dining, visitors will instantly disconnect from the stresses of daily life and connect with this area of unmatched natural beauty. In addition, 62° Nord offers a collection of restaurants and boutique accommodation located in and around the region. Options include a converted warehouse in the heart of the Ålesund, Hotel Brosundet, and one-bedroom Molja Lighthouse, to a four-bedroom ‘Owners Cabin’ in Staurneset, Giske. A rural mountain lodge, Hotel Union Øye, in the popular Øye hiking district and a traditional Alpine retreat, Storfjord Hotel, in the Sunnmøre Alps. Each property draws on distinct Art Nouveau and traditional Norwegian architecture and offers fresh coastal cuisine and noble Viking heritage.

https://www.62.no/en/

Celebrating all things Somerset, The Newt in Somerset is a newly-restored historic country estate near Bruton. In May 2019, the estate opened its beautifully cultivated gardens, a cyder press, restaurants, farm and house and garden shops to the public. A 23-room hotel and spa will open to guests on August 29, 2019. With a focus on all things local to celebrate the history and heritage of Somerset, the historic estate and gardens have been lovingly transformed by Karen Roos, the owner of the award-winning hotel and gardens, Babylonstoren, in South Africa’s Franschhoek valley. With a focus on locality and sustainability, everything stems from a deep respect for the land, its animals and its environment, as well as a passion for horticulture and agriculture. Capturing the essence of a Georgian country home and historical gardens, the hotel is set within a Grade II*-listed building, and Stable Yard. The hotel includes a world-class spa with indoor/outdoor swimming pool, gym, bar, restaurants and 23 bedrooms and suites. The gardens at The Newt in Somerset take centre stage, with acres of formal gardens designed by renowned Italo-French architect Patrice Taravella and cared for by an expert gardening team. Throughout the hotel and gardens, the past is brought to life or reimagined by offsetting heritage elements with contemporary design, styling and architecture. Some structures, like the Parabola and main house, are original and still intact after centuries. Other buildings, such as the Threshing Barn and Spa, are based on traditional agricultural structures; while spaces such as the glass-walled Garden Café are of modern design, aiming to fit organically within the landscape. The Newt in Somerset celebrates every aspect of the apple, from pruning and training saplings, to harvesting, pressing and the final stage: cyder making. Guests can sip freshly pressed 100% juice, with no added sugar or water or enjoy a cyder tasting experience with the Estate’s Cellar Master. With local produce being a key focus of the estate the hotel guests can enjoy seasonal dishes at the various dining offerings. The Botanical Rooms, inspired by Georgian dining, focuses on small sharing plates and offers a menu largely sourced from the Estate and its neighbours. Horns and Pigtails in the original vaulted cellar of the house, focuses on communal dining, and will host wine tasting evenings, special events and private Georgian feasts with menus are inspired by Georgian documents found in the house.

https://thenewtinsomerset.com

Independently-owned Finca Cortesin, Andalusia is one of the finest luxury resorts in Europe.  It comprises an award-winning 67-suite hotel; stunning contemporary-designed villas for purchase and rental; one of the best championship golf courses in the world; an outstanding spa and sports facilities; some of the best Japanese raw cuisine outside of Japan; exclusive shopping area and a Beach Club.  Finca Cortesin is located in one of the most tranquil and sought-after enclaves of the Andalusia coast, not far from the picturesque village and tranquil hills of Casares, as well as Sotogrande, Marbella and Málaga.  It has been designed in the style of a traditional Spanish ‘finca’ with exceptional interiors – think antique terracotta floors, wooden doors salvaged from ancient castles, hand-painted wall coverings in soft pastel tones, and exquisite furnishings to create an air of understated refinery.  This is a place where traditional Mediterranean lifestyle is seamlessly wedded to the latest in contemporary living: superb cuisine, impeccable service, and an unrivalled ambiance of peace and tranquillity.

www.fincacortesin.com 

The storied history of Champagne – one of the world’s great wine regions – took on another dimension in Summer 2018 with the launch of the Royal Champagne Hotel & Spa.  The hotel made its debut as the destination’s first contemporary five-star luxury hotel and world-class wellness retreat.  Royal Champagne Hotel & Spa comprises a 16,000ft² spa, indoor and outdoor pools and cuisine by a two-star Michelin Chef, and boasts an enviable location overlooking vineyards that stripe the hills of Epernay and the area’s most famous historic villages of Champillon and Hauvillers of Dom Perignon fame.  Reimagining a wine-country retreat for all seasons, this new hotel embraces the lush bounties of the wineries and the surrounding UNESCO World Heritage Site, whilst bringing the region its first world-class destination spa.  Located just 90 minutes from Charles de Gaulle Airport, the hotel is a mere 15 minutes from the Epernay train station which is a 1.5-hour journey from Gare de L’Est in Paris.

www.royalchampagne.com

Sant Francesc Hotel Singular opened in March 2015 and is an elegant boutique hotel of 42 rooms and suites located in the old town of Palma de Mallorca. Dating back to the 1880s, the historic manor house was renovated with the utmost respect for the original architecture whilst combining a responsible, contemporary design featuring modern furniture mixed with antiques and the finest art collection. At the centre of the hotel is the Lobby Bar and Patio Mallorquin whilst Quadrant restaurant offers a true taste of the Mediterranean. The panoramic Singular Rooftop Terrace with its beautifully designed swimming pool doubles as a place for sunbathing as well as an ideal backdrop for a starlit evening cava. There is also a wellbeing sanctuary with products by Anne Semonin.

www.hotelsantfrancesc.com

UNIVERSITY ARMS, CAMBRIDGE is a landmark hotel located in the historic centre of Cambridge overlooking Parker’s Piece.  First opened in 1834 as the city’s original hotel, it reopened in Summeer 2018 after a complete transformation following a unique collaboration between the architect John Simpson and the interior designer Martin Brudnizki. Independently owned and managed, the hotel’s transformation brought a world-class hotel to Cambridge for the first time. The hotel is quintessentially English and the literary and academic spirit of Cambridge is one of its defining characteristics.The redevelopment includes the replacement of the building’s 1960s and 1970s extensions with an attractive, new classically designed building that fits with Cambridge’s better-known architectural heritage and buildings in the immediate vicinity. The hotel comprises 192 beautiful and ‘playfully’ designed new hotel rooms and suites, a destination restaurant and bar, Parker’s Tavern, a library, two serene treatment rooms in partnership with much-loved British brand Aromatherapy Associates, underground valet car parking and fitness facilities.

www.universityarms.com

Gleneagles is one of Britain’s most iconic hotels and sporting estates. Set beneath the beautiful Ochil Hills, Gleneagles has been the must go destination for in the know travellers for a century, with the hotel celebrating its 100^th year in 2024. Located just one hour from Glasgow and Edinburgh airports and with its own railway station, Gleneagles offers the perfect retreat for those looking for relaxation, fun and adventure. The 850-acre estate epitomises the rugged natural beauty for which Scotland is famed and offers guests a glorious playground of country pursuits and activities – falconry with Harris’ Hawks, horse riding in the equestrian centre, indoor and outdoor tennis, off-roading, gundog training, extensive clay pigeon and game shooting, fishing, Michelin-starred and relaxed, refined dining and an award-winning spa, as well as three championship courses.

www.gleneagles.com

Switzerland’s legendary grand dame hotel, Survetta House emerges from the trees of the Upper Engadine Mountains as if from the pages of a fairy tale, with impressive turrets and a Belle Époque exterior standing out against the rugged valley landscape. Located in a natural park in the sunny Suvretta-Corviglia skiing and hiking region, very close to St. Moritz, the luxury hotel was built in 1911 by Swiss hotel pioneer Anton Bon and has remained in the Candrian-Bon family to this day. The ski-in/ski-out, century-old property upholds old-world traditions and is open seasonally from December through to April. An adjacent ski lift is available to transport guests to more than 350 km of challenging ski runs during the winter months, while during the summer season, endless options exist for exploring the region by foot, bike or horseback. A tennis pro is on hand for lessons on the hotel’s three clay courts, and golfers can choose from three nearby courses. A driving range, putting and pitching green are also on property. With 171 guestrooms and 10 spacious suites, as well as an exceptional 1,700m² wellness and spa area with a 25-metre indoor swimming pool, outdoor whirlpool, sauna, steam bath, gymnasium, hair atelier and extensive beauty and body treatments on offer, Suvretta House is an alpine oasis of rest and recuperation. At the Grand Restaurant, Chef Fabrizio Zanetti serves gourmet specialities and market-fresh French cuisine with a contemporary twist, the cosy Suvretta Stube offers authentic Swiss dishes, while the Anton’s Bar, the Club Bar and Lobby each serve delectable cocktails and light fare. The nearby Restaurant Chasellas, and mountain restaurant Trutz, also belong to Suvretta House. Surrounded by an idyllic Alpine landscape in the home of winter sports, Suvretta House is a regal hideaway where sophisticated hospitality is a living tradition.

www.suvrettahouse.ch

Thanos Hotels is a family run collection of five-star hotels in Cyprus: Anassa, Almyra and Annabelle. Ideal for both romantic escapes and family getaways, Thanos provides the ultimate Mediterranean retreats. Anassa – One of Europe’s most iconic hotels, Anassa is located majestically on west Cyprus’ rugged Akamas peninsula. Sitting between olive groves and bougainvillea leading down to a pristine golden beach, Anassa’s 166 whitewashed rooms, suites and private villas are arranged like a traditional Cypriot village around its four freshwater swimming pools, tennis courts, four restaurants and award-winning Thalassa Spa. Ideal for families, Anassa is home to two kids clubs – Explorers (4 mths – 11yrs) and new Crew (+11yrs). Almyra – Almyra offers a laidback and elegant take on Mediterranean luxury that’s perfect for young couples and families alike. It comprises five organic restaurants, award-winning Almyraspa, indoor and outdoor swimming pools and 189 spacious rooms designed by Parisian decorator, Joelle Pleot. Rock climbing, mountain biking, pony treks, rooftop yoga and sailing excursions are all on offer for guests seeking adventure, whilst white muslin-draped daybeds by the pool provide an elegant excuse to relax in the sun. Annabelle – Occupying six acres of luxuriant gardens along the sea, the 244 room Annabelle was Paphos’ first ever five star hotel and remains Cyprus’ original ‘Grande Dame’. It combines the island’s rich history and hospitality with world-class accommodation. Eight dining venues offer fresh local produce and traditional Cypriot cooking at their finest – such as grilled fish caught that day at the hotel’s seafront tavern. Annabelle completed a €11 million renovation in Spring 2018, with highlights including the new Ouranos rooftop pool, bar and restaurant, wellness centre and stunning suites.

www.thanos.com

Coming 1^st February 2024, Cape Town’s treasured Cape Grace will open its doors under the new ownership of Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, after acquiring the former hotel back in March this year. Retaining the much-loved charm for which the hotel is historically known, the new opening of Cape Grace will unveil a striking new design that simultaneously respects Cape Grace’s well earned reputation as one of South Africa’s most beloved city hotels, whilst bringing a fresh and contemporary aesthetic. Framed by traditional French windows, the 114 remodelled rooms and master suites will gaze onto the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, and the iconic backdrop of Table Mountain, immersing guests in the natural wonders of Cape Town. The new design will also incorporate four high-end dining areas, each showcasing South Africa’s celebrated wine industry and rapidly growing culinary scene. Situated on the doorstep of some of the most celebrated landmarks, Cape Grace is perfectly positioned for guests to explore the country’s rich and diverse culture and history, whilst also providing a serene and sophisticated haven to relax and unwind in.

A collection of remote properties in both Zambia, Cape Town and Madagascar, Time + Tide are the guides and guardians to sublime landscapes, extraordinary wildlife and rich cultures. The collection began with the legendary Norman Carr, father of the walking safari, who paved the way for conservation tourism in Zambia. Meeting Norman decades later, Chris Liebenberg would be moved to continue his legacy of conservation, setting up a camp with his father on the banks of the Chongwe River in Zambia’s Lower Zambezi Valley. Inspired by these people and places, and following a dream to preserve a place by the beach and one in the bush, Thierry Dalais and his family invested in Chris and Norman’s camps. Since then, Time + Tide has ventured to other remote parts of Africa, working with local communities to open up regions to modern-day explorers who share a desire to preserve them. These include:

MADAGASCAR

Time + Tide Miavana

SOUTH LUANGWA, ZAMBIA

Time + Tide Chinzombe,

Time + Tide Luwi

Time + Tide Nsolo

Time + Tide Kakuli,

Time + Tide Mchenja

LOWER ZAMBEZI, ZAMBIA

Time + Tide Chongwe Camp

Time + Tide Chongwe Suites

Time + Tide Chongwe House

www.timeandtideafrica.com

Babylonstoren, a working farm, garden and winery in the heart of South Africa’s winelands celebrates a decade of innovation, horticulture and hospitality this year. Located in Franschhoek, this is one of  South Africa’s oldest Cape Dutch Farms and has been transformed by Owner, Karen Roos, Former Editor of Elle Decoration to offer 28 charming guest cottages, six Cape Dutch-style Fynbos Cottages with vineyard views and the elegant five-bedroom exclusive-use villa, Fynbos Family House. For 2024, the farm has unveiled two new Fynbos Cottages urrounded by fynbos on the foothills of the Simonsberg Mountain offering guests the perfect retreat. The hotel has been designed by Roos with a fresh contemporary detailing to complement the historic Cape Dutch architecture. Babylonstoren offers the only RHS-partnered garden in the country, comprising 300 types of edible plants, spanning vegetables, stone and pome fruits, nuts, citrus orchids, berries and herbs. The farm is home to ducks and chickens, fish ponds, a prickly pear maze, bees and much more. In addition, visitors will find a Garden Spa with treatment rooms built from living bamboo and a Hot Spa, offering a large indoor-outdoor pool, salt room, sauna, steam room and two vitality pools, in addition to an authentic hammam and traditional Rasul chamber.. There is also an extensive Farm Shop and Bakery, a Cellar and Tasting Room, an Olive Press and Spice Garden hothouse, as well as a converted Wheat Barn available for parties and weddings. The farmstead is also home to the internationally-acclaimed, farm-to-fork concept restaurant, Babel as well as picnic-style restaurant, The Greenhouse. At Babylonstoren, all paths lead to conservation and the guest experience is unlike any other. Visitors can enjoy the mountains, pick their own fruit and vegetables, play petanque, swim in the farm dam, escape to the spa, feast on fresh produce in the restaurant, walk up the Babylonstoren hill and admire the sunset with a glass of award-winning wine.

From the family behind African luxury brand Patrick Mavros, comes Mavros Safaris. Created and run by Alexander Mavros and his wife Alexandra, Mavros Safaris has been developed to offer the definitive Zimbabwean travel experience with unique, authentic journeys and adventures throughout the country led by the experts. As fifth-generation Zimbabweans, the Mavros family has unsurpassed knowledge, experience and passion for Zimbabwe and they are uniquely positioned to offer authentic insider access throughout the country. Alexander and his wife have spent years pulling together the finest experiences and itineraries around the country with support from the family. Mavros Safaris has its own dedicated team on the ground in Zimbabwe acting as their own ground handlers, so from a guest’s arrival into Harare or Victoria Falls to their departure, everything is handled by their expert team. The Mavros family brand is built on a strong heritage of providing exceptional service, with a passion to explore – their wealth of knowledge and experience ensures clients will experience an authentic adventure like no other in Zimbabwe and the African continent at large.

www.mavrossafaris.com

Matetsi Victoria Falls is a luxury lodge located on the banks of the Zambezi, and the realisation of one family’s dream to showcase everything exceptional about their home country, Zimbabwe. The property offers exclusive safari and tranquil river experiences, as well as access to the best activities in Victoria Falls (helicopter flights to catch an aerial view of the Falls, bungee jumping from the iconic Victoria Falls bridge and some of best white-water rafting in the world), wrapped up in incredible Zimbabwean hospitality. The property also affords guests privacy and the freedom of time and space, allowing them to explore the 55,000-hectare Matetsi Private Game Reserve and 15km private section of the Zambezi River with game drives and walking safaris, along with boat cruises and canoeing.

www.matetsivictoriafalls.com

The Safari Collection is a portfolio of East Africa’s finest destinations. The four camps and lodges operated by The Safari Collection offer an exceptional circuit, incorporating the country’s best topographical, wildlife and cultural experiences. The Safari Collection is also a specialist tour operator and can organise bespoke itineraries that include everything once the guest hits the ground in Kenya including other properties if required. 

Solio Lodge, Laikipia
Giraffe Manor, Nairobi
Sasaab, Samburu
Sala’s Camp, Masai Mara 

New for 2020, the company launched helicopter excursions which allow its guests to discover Kenya’s most untouched destinations. Sustainability is at the core of the company’s policy and 2020 also saw the launch of Footprint – a philanthropic platform which aims to support the local community and wildlife through various projects and conservation initiatives. 

www.thesafaricollection.com 

Singita is a conservation and eco-tourism brand that has been preserving African wilderness for over 30 years, offering guests exceptional safari experiences at 16 luxury, award-winning lodges and camps across six regions. In partnership with non-profit Funds & Trusts who implement strategic conservation projects in each region, Singita’s 100-year purpose is to protect and preserve large areas of African wilderness for future generations.

SINGITA SABI SAND, SOUTH AFRICA
Singita Ebony Lodge
Singita Boulders Lodge
Singita Castleton

SINGITA KRUGER NATIONAL PARK, SOUTH AFRICA
Singita Lebombo Lodge
Singita Sweni Lodge

SINGITA GRUMETI, TANZANIA
Singita Sasakwa Lodge
Singita Sabora Tented Camp
Singita Faru Faru Lodge
Singita Serengeti House
Singita Explore Mobile Tented Camp

Singita Milele

SINGITA LAMAI, TANZANIA
Singita Mara River Tented Camp

SINGITA PAMUSHANA, ZIMBABWE
Singita Pamushana Lodge
Malilangwe House

SINGITA VOLCANOES NATIONAL PARK, RWANDA
Singita Kwitonda Lodge
Kataza House

www.singita.com

Auric Road offers a truly unique collection of characterful boutique properties, each celebrating the soul and beauty of The Americas, with an immense sense of place. The brand is lovingly reimagining culturally rich and historic properties in some of the most interesting and exquisite corners of the United States, creating experiential resorts with culturally relevant design, locally sourced culinary offerings, and thoughtful amenities, where, like every guest, each room has a name—not a number. Now, they are on a mission to capture the imagination of travellers in the know, to offer a totally new look at luxury and curate immersive and off-the-beaten track experiences with exceptionally curated adventures, personalised service, and options for epic private buyouts and events. First homesteaded in 1915, Lone Mountain Ranch in Big Sky, Montana still has the rugged charm of the Old West across 148 acres of untamed wilderness.  Lone Mountain Ranch has launched its first exclusive private members club – Auric Room 1915. Heading to California, Korakia Pensione is a 1.5-acre resort in the heart of Palm Springs, offering a hidden oasis of secret gardens, pools, lounges and fountains. Going coastal, Hotel Joaquin in Laguna Beach, California is an adults-only resort of only 22 rooms which is reviving and reimagining the glory days of 1940’s Californian Riviera, and offering a feeling of matchless exclusivity. Guests can also opt to stay in the newly opened Auric House, an incredibly stylish and storied exclusive use home, which unites the privacy of a residence with the personalised services of a boutique hotel.

MONTANA

Lone Mountain Ranch, Big Sky, Montana
Auric Room at Lone Mountain Ranch – now open.

CALIFORNIA

Korakia Pensione, Palm Springs
Hotel Joaquin, Laguna Beach

ARIZONA

Casa Doa, Arizona – opening 2027

www.auricroad.com 

From historic to iconic, South Florida’s The Boca Raton prepares to unveil its most significant evolution in its history following a $200 million transformation that celebrates a future legacy. Originally designed and brought to life by famed architect, Addison Mizner nearly ten decades ago, The Boca Raton has been reimagined to usher in A New Golden Era for today’s luxury traveller. Leading the way in the renaissance of the ‘grand American resort’ and the transformation of Palm Beach, The Boca Raton brings a new type of luxury hospitality to the South Florida hotel scene. With five hotel experiences under one iconic resort and set amongst 200 lake and oceanfront acres, experience a new offering ranging from exceptional accommodations, extraordinary culinary concepts, a private golden beach, the 50,000sq ft Spa Palmera, an 18-hole golf course, Racquet Club, Pool Club and much more.

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Silversands Grenada opened in December 2018 introducing a new way to experience Grenada, the Spice Island of the Caribbean. The first major resort project to open on Grand Anse Beach in 25 years, the resort comprises 40 spacious suites, as well as nine Hillside and Beachfront villas for purchase with Grenadian citizenship included. These include four 3,500 square foot Hillside Villas with lot sizes ranging from 13,500 to 17,600 square feet, and five 4,500 square foot Beachfront Villas with lot sizes ranging from 22,290 to 26,350 square feet. The sleek property is anchored by a stunning 100-meter pool – the longest in the Caribbean. Guests and villa owners enjoy access to The Silversands Spa, a barefoot chic beach club, Grenadian Grill and Asiatique, a Thai restaurant drawing on Grenada’s reputation as “the Spice of the Caribbean.” Moreover, Silversands entices travellers to explore the last secret hideaway in the Caribbean, an unspoiled island peppered with pristine white sand beaches, sparkling waterfalls, lush rainforests, vibrant food culture, and one of the warmest welcomes in the world.

www.silversandsgrenada.com    

Located on a quiet, tree – lined street off Madison Avenue, The Lowell is in the heart of New York’s most exclusive and fashionable Upper East Side. A refined 74 room hotel, The Lowell welcomes guests with a serene residential atmosphere reminiscent of a private townhouse. With only 47 suites and 27 deluxe rooms, this landmark building prides itself on being one of the few luxury hotels that has accommodations with real wood – burning fireplaces, terraces and fully equipped kitchens. Michael Smith, a world renowned interior designer has further enhanced The Lowell’s residential ambiance with his distinctive style. The Lowell is poised to become even more sought-after in late Summer 2016 with the addition of a new restaurant and bar, library lounge, and garden in addition to updates to the lobby and Pembroke Room.

www.lowellhotel.com

Accessible only by private seaplane, Bawah Reserve is an off-the-beaten track group of six tropical islands in the Riau Archipelago, Indonesia, located between Malaysia and Borneo. The stunning eco-resort launched in July 2017 and combines high-end design with sustainability and a “back-to-nature” concept. With 13 beaches, two lagoons and just 36 beautifully designed suites and overwater bungalows, the exclusive resort offers a sensational all-inclusive private island experience in an un-discovered and richly diverse part of Indonesia. The hotel offers a large range of activities, on land and sea and is home to spa and wellness centre, three restaurants and a look-out bar. In Summer 2020, Bawah Reserve will expand its offering and unveil six brand new cliffside lodges on a previously untouched island named ELANG. This will offer the ultimate private island experience, exclusivity for guests over 18 years old and they can opt to book one lodge or to take over the entire island for a large family or group of friends.

www.bawahreserve.com

Indonesian tradition meets Western luxury aboard Tiger Blue – a 34 metre long historic Phinisi yacht that explores the Indonesian Archipelago from Komodo Islands to North West Papua. Tiger Blue is based in the magnificent seas of Eastern Indonesia and guests can visit Komodo, Sumba, Flores, Banda, the remote Spice Islands up to North West Papua and see the dramatic landscapes, coastlines and natural history of this magnificent archipelago. Customised itineraries, divetrips and specialised family holidays make this the ultimate sea safari.

www.tigerblue.info

Nihi Sumba is an intimate island retreat and collection of off-script travel experiences on the edge of wildness, embodying new-generation hospitality, which is unstaged, raw and soulful. Nihi consists of just 28 villas on 560 hectares and 2.5 km of pristine beach on the little known and beautifully preserved Indonesian island of Sumba. The island is a magically pristine land of gorgeous beaches, tropical scenery and a fascinating tribal and spiritual culture. Owned and managed by friends Chris Burch and James McBride, Nihi Sumba is a pioneer of honest travel, becoming a philanthropic vehicle dedicated to supporting projects of The Sumba Foundation, improving lives for 27,000 people with its many water, health, education and economic initiatives. The property has been left almost entirely in its wild natural state with only 10% of the land developed to accommodate the resorts villas which are rustically luxurious and reimagine Sumbanese craftmanship with private pools and butlers. At Nio Beach Club, a state of the art resort lap pool boasts epic views of the expansive beach and fronts one of the world’s great surfing waves, Occy’s Left. Other activities include the best sport fishing in Indonesia, hiking through beautiful landscapes to dramatic waterfalls, ancient villages and butterfly trails and stand-up paddling down the Wanukaka River. For the ultimate spa experience, enjoy a Nio Oka Spa Safari where after an early morning trek and healthy breakfast you can enjoy a day of unlimited spa treatments in a private cliff top pavilion overlooking the bluest of oceans.

www.nihihotels.com

Swire Hotels is a group of individual hotel brands home to uniquely imagined urban hotels. Their two brands, The House Collective and EAST, both celebrate originality and independent spirit, and are found all over the world.

The House Collective

The House Collective is a group of highly individual, luxury hotels made for seasoned travellers who seek a different, intimate and personalised experience. Each are uniquely imagined hotels, all with their own story to tell who call out to all those in search of authentic and intimate experiences, sharing a love for arts and stunning architecture.

• The Upper House, Hong Kong

• The Temple House, Chengdu

• The Middle House, Shanghai 

EAST Hotels

EAST’s approach to hospitality celebrates the search for better ways to live, rest, work, dine, and play — one that welcomes unorthodox approaches and alternative thinkers. Thoughtfully situated in lively neighbourhoods, each hotel is renowned for being relaxed yet never far from the city’s heartbeat.

• EAST Beijing

• EAST Hong Kong

• EAST Miami

From the team behind the beloved Único Hotels, comes Casa Lucia, the brand’s first property beyond Spanish borders, opening its doors in January 2024. A love letter to Argentina’s capital, Casa Lucia is set on the storied and stylish Calle Arroyo within the Edificio Mihanovich, a building that was once the tallest in Latin America and designed to offer spectacular views of the Río de la Plata. Bringing together the latest creative talent from local design houses such as South American design firm Fernanda Schuch Studios and renowned Argentine artist and designer Cristián Mohaded, the hotel’s historic roots work in juxtaposition with sleek furnishings and contemporary art. Many of the 142 dazzling rooms and suites have balconies with outdoor showers, sun loungers, outdoor dining and spectacular views across the city. Poised to introduce a new culinary destination to Buenos Aires, Casa Lucia will open with Cantina Restaurant, a vibrant new hotspot drawing inspiration from authentic Argentine aromas and flavors, whilst capturing the essence of the land with fresh, local ingredients. Next door, Le Club Bacan, a spirited cocktail bar helmed by Cocktail Advisor Martín Suaya, will bring an energetic new gathering place for locals and travelers alike to the fashionable Recoleta neighborhood. It will offer over 400 varieties of Argentine wine curated by Master Sommelier Aldo Garcia and music from Buenos Aires’ best DJs. Complete with a state-of-the-art spa, gym, and pool, Casa Lucia will set a new standard for hospitality in the capital city. Arriving early 2024.

www.hotelcasalucia.com/en

Islas Secas is an archipelago of beautiful islands in the Gulf of Chiriquí on the Pacific coast of Panama. Creating the setting for an inspiring eco-destination befitting the most intrepid traveller, the destination combines the wonders of Panama’s incredible natural landscape with excellent hospitality and unique opportunities for adventure. Set off-the-grid 33 nautical miles from the town of Punta Tierra, Chorcha, Islas Secas is home to seven individually-designed Casita sites and three Tented Casitas, sleeping a total of 24 guests on one of the 14 islands, with each built to feel like its own private sanctuary embraced by the island’s lush tropical forest and offering awe-inspiring ocean views.

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The new, family-owned Almae Collection, consists of La Nauve Hôtel et Jardin in Cognac, Armancette Hôtel Chalets and Spa in Saint Nicolas de Veroce and Chamonix, and Palazzo Garzoni in Venice.

La Nauve Hôtel et Jardin, previously a Cognac distillery, is a recently transformed belle époque mansion located just outside Cognac, with just the exquisite exterior and facade remaining the same. The twelve, spacious accommodation rooms, including one Junior Suite, all feature delicate furnishings and unique touches such as beds and headboards made using roots of local Sequoia trees. The 12 acre gardens feature a century-old Sequoia tree, a small canal “Jean Simon”, a variety of fruit trees, vegetable garden and rose bushes, the garden leads down to the Charente River, where guests can enjoy the use of a private boat and canoes, as well as an alfresco pool. The main mansion houses an intimate gastronomic restaurant, Notes, a fine dining experience that combines gourmet cuisine and warm hospitality. A fresh, seasonal menu – created according to the hotel vegetable garden – lends pride of place to regional produce from the forests, sea, Cognac distilleries and local farms. The restored distillery building is home to Brasserie des Flâneurs, serving elegant dishes inspired by Chef Anthony Carballo’s childhood memories. Guests can also visit the big names like Hennessy, Rémy Martin and Martell, or journey to Delamain, where hotel guests are offered an exclusive visit to the cellars and a unique dining experience.

Armancette Hôtel, Chalets and Spa is a stunning collection of mountain properties fusing stylish interiors with traditional French charm and hospitality. Comprised of Hotel L’Armancette and three chalets located in the picturesque village of Saint-Nicolas de Véroce, and three standalone chalets in the heart of Chamonix Mont Blanc, guests can unwind in luxury after a busy day of skiing and alpine activities. The collection’s chalets are ideal for family groups with enviable children’s dormitories and amenities. For complete ease the three chalets in Saint-Nicolas de Véroce are ski-in-ski-out and can be fully serviced by the nearby L’Armancette, making full use of its kid’s club. The Chamonix chalets, located 300m from the slopes and a short walk to the town’s lively centre, feature panoramic terraces for summer dining and outdoor Storvatt Nordic baths. The setting of Saint-Nicolas de Véroce is perfect for an off-the-beaten-track authentic mountain experience, conveniently positioned within 450km of ski slopes across the Evasion Mont Blanc ski valley. Chamonix Mont Blanc is famous for its rustic charm, typical of the Savoy mountain region, with kilometres of incredible skiing at the base of Mont Blanc. Both locations also offer incredible summertime alpine activities, from hiking to canyoning and more, making it the perfect year-round destination.

Built in the 15^th Century, Palazzo Garzoni  primely located on the Grand Canal, and was home to the aristocrat Piertro Garzoni in the late 17^th Century, and most recently housed a prestigious school of art. Its latest renovation into luxury residences was taken with the upmost care, using the expertise of Venetian artisans and craftspeople such as Rubelli, and the finest Italian materials and marble. The residences include the vast Piano Nobile, with five double bedrooms, split over two floors, including spacious living and dining areas with breath-taking balconies and views over the Grand Canal down to Rialto Bridge. The other three residences; Grand Canal, Rialto and Terrazetta, span across the third and fourth floors, housing either four, three or two double rooms, with canal or roof top views and terraces. Each residence offers something different with a variety of stylish, modern furnishings, restored frescos and exposed beams, all with dramatic marble bathrooms. The Palazzo’s positioning in the heart of the city provides the perfect base for guests to live-like-a-local, accessing Venice’s network of canals by gondola or Riva boat from the private pontoon. Ideal for long weekends, celebrations with family and friends or longer tenancies in the city.

www.almae-collection.com

Hidden behind high walls in the heart of Nice’s Old Town, an early 17th-century convent is being woken from its decades-long slumber, having lain untouched by time since its last resident departed in 1985. The project – the first ultra-luxury property from Perseus founder Valéry Grégo, the name behind Les Roches Rouges and Le Pigalle – will see the convent and its 2.5 acres of terraced gardens meticulously restored and reborn from summer 2024 as Hôtel du Couvent. Complete with Roman-inspired thermal baths, menus harvested from the gardens and the convent’s own farm, and even a resident herbalist evoking the site’s ancient apothecary, this sanctuary from city life will be unlike anything that has gone before on the Riviera. Drawing the cultured traveller inland, guests will experience the history, tranquillity, architecture, design and authentic sense of place of this forgotten city landmark. www.hotelducouvent.com / www.perseuscp.com

Dramatically situated on the slopes of Mount Etna, with views over the volcanic landscape and down to the glittering Mediterranean Sea, Monaci delle Terre Nere sits on an extensive 62-acre country estate planted with organic grapevines, native fruit orchards, and an abundant kitchen garden.  Comprised of a historic 18^th century manor house and 24 rooms, suites and villas, Monaci delle Terre Nere is built on the principles of sustainability and slow food, and is the ideal base from which to explore Etna by hike, horse, or helicopter, remaining within easy reach of Taormina, Catania, and the eastern coast of Sicily.  Guido Coffa, the estate’s owner and the visionary behind this impressive project, returned to his birthplace in Sicily to discover the estate and palmento winery.  He decided to bring the estate back to life – a passion project following five years of rescue and renovation from disrepair – to devote himself to sustainable farming and generous hospitality.  His idea was to create an intimate country retreat set deep in pristine natural surroundings, with a spirit of unpretentious, understated luxury.  www.monacidelleterrenere.it/en

Just a 20-minute drive from Palma in the foothills of the UNESCO World Heritage Tramuntana Mountains, is Grand Hotel Son Net a stylishly understated, art-filled hideaway on a private Majorcan estate dating back to 1672 – which opened in June 2023 under the acclaimed management of the team behind Finca Cortesin, the award-winning Andalusian bolthole. With just 31 suites, the property juxtaposes elegant, palatial architecture with tasteful interiors that are relaxed, romantic, and intimate; breath-taking views-for-days, citrus orchards, and lush Mediterranean gardens. Spanning 57,000m² of boundless private landscape, there are multiple pools flanked by private shaded cabanas, encircled by lawns and flowerbeds that give way to an ecological vegetable and herb garden, small farm, and a private vineyard producing Malvasia white wine. Famed for its history and classical design, Grand Hotel Son Net preserves many of the mansion’s original features: rustic beams, stone floors, and archways; carved wooden ceilings, antique fireplaces, an original 17^th century interior courtyard and spring-fed well, and private family chapel, as well as a curated private art collection.

Seez Travel is a Greek DMC, a one-stop-shop for innovative, authentic and engaging itineraries and expert advice for luxury travel trade partners. Thanks to their not-so-little black book of contacts, Seez Travel offer contracted rates for all the best 5* resorts, boutique hotels and private villas. And if it’s a driver or an expert guide you need or a private yacht or a helicopter, they can arrange that too.  At its core is a young, dynamic, multilingual team of professionals, all of them passionate about travel, luxury and, of course, Greece.

What sets Seez Travel head and shoulders above the rest is its ability to create genuinely original experiences that are part and parcel of each and every itinerary. Set out in the early morning to discover the secrets of the Acropolis with augmented reality technology. Embark on a family-friendly visit to a local farm to sample its produce and master the art of Greek cooking. Or take your place at the loom alongside the weavers of Naxos, watching their unique art form take shape. Greece’s famed beaches, of course, need no introduction, but the team at Seez Travel can take you where few other travellers reach: uninhabited isles, secret caves where bales of turtles make their home and unblemished stretches of sand accessed only by boat.

Whether you’re seeking an under-the-radar Bond-style villa or designing a show-stopping sailing trip, looking for insider knowledge on the villas with the best sunset views, or putting together a multi-centre itinerary exploring the length and breadth of the country, Seez Travel are the best in the business.

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Once an ancient masseria owned by Prince Nicolaci, Il San Corrado Di Noto opened for its first full season in April 2022. One of the first true boutique hotels in Val di Noto, the jewel in Sicily’s crown, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and home to eight historic towns. Thoughtfully converted into a beautiful boutique hotel, it is now home to 26 generously sized suites with outdoor terraces, eight pool villas surrounded by citrus and olive groves and two outdoor pools, including a 100m long heated pool – one of the largest in Italy. The hotel’s two signature restaurants offer classic Sicilian cuisine and guests have full access to the onsite tennis court, fitness suite and spa and nearby private Beach Club.

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The Rooster is a retreat for the discerning traveller on the under-the-radar Greek island of Antiparos – a place that embraces ‘slow living’ through sustainability, organic food, wellness, learning and fun. Tucked away between the sandy, unspoilt beaches of the Aegean coastline and the dramatic landscape of the Cyclades, amidst open fields and the mystical caves of Antiparos island, The Rooster exists in complete harmony with nature.  It is all about space and privacy: just 17 individual suites, villas and houses of differing size, each offering stunning views of the Aegean Sea and private gardens; and enchanting raw beauty with sustainability at its heart, all the while working in harmony with the local community and with wellness at its core. This is a place to arrive, completely relax away from the stresses of everyday life, and leave rejuvenated and renewed. The Rooster seeks to respect its environment and holds paramount the authenticity of Greek island life and delivering a bespoke experience to each of its guests. The hotel’s Founder & Owner, Athanasia Comninos, is passionate about Antiparos and safeguarding it, and her mission with The Rooster is to foster respectful tourism on the island. Athanasia worked closely with VOIS architects and was instrumental in developing the concept and interior design of the property.

theroosterantiparos.com

J2 Collection is an exceptional DMC curating personalised experiences and unforgettable adventures that showcase the best of Croatia, Montenegro and Slovenia. A brand that revolves around long standing relationships, personality, storytelling and hospitality, J2 Collection offers a highly tailored service, showcasing Croatia, Montenegro and Slovenia through private and personalised experiences with local culture, gastronomy, nature and most importantly locals themselves. Founded by passionate traveller, industry veteran and Croatian, Ivana Tomic, J2 Collection chooses its partners with care, working only with those suppliers that share its goal of creating unique, private experiences and special memories that last a lifetime. All this, set against a backdrop of the best accommodation and luxury yachts the country has to offer. From family holidays to milestone birthdays, no event or idea is too big or too small and each is expertly handled with the professionalism that underpins the company’s ethos.

www.j2collection.com

About OKU Hotels
OKU Hotels is a collection of soulful laidback luxury hotels launched in 2020 and currently comprising two boutique hotels – OKU Kos, which opened in July 2020 and OKU Ibiza which opened in May 2021. With destinations that captivate, wellbeing practices that relax or revive, and dining and music experiences that awaken the senses, OKU Hotels offer laidback luxury in captivating destinations for the modern traveller, that are inspired by nature and local connections. OKU is derived from theJapanese spiritual and architectural concept meaning “inner space”. OKU Hotels is a brand owned and managed by Hotel Brands International Limited and has plans for further global expansion in the coming years.

About OKU Ibiza
OKU Ibiza, which opened in May 2021, is a Balearic retreat on the south west of the island and just a moment’s walk from the beautiful Cala Gracio bay and beaches. Inspired by nature and barefoot living, the laid-back hotel is designed with slow living, enriching experiences and sustainability at its heart. The hotel will offer 189 guest rooms and suites as well as a luxury 4-bedroom private villa, and is hope to one of the island’s largest swimming pools.

About OKU Kos
OKU Kos, opened in April 2021, is an intimate village-style beach hideaway located on the shores of Aegean. Inspired by the Greek way of life, it offers 100 spacious guest rooms, including suites with private and semi-private pools and a handful of private 2-bedroom villas for the ultimate in secluded luxury. Combining restorative wellness with the best of local culture, the boutique hotel promises to be a peaceful sanctuary to relax and unwind.

www.okuhotels.com 

Lopud 1483 is located on the northern tip of Lopud, Dubrovnik, in a Franciscan monastery that has been overlooking the island for centuries. The property has been lovingly restored over the past 20 years by Creative Director Francesca Thyssen-Bornemisza and her family. She worked with the Arhitektri studio in Zagreb to ensure that every aspect was carefully designed in order to preserve the incredible history of the building. Lopud 1483 is available on an exclusive use basis from May to October. The 13 original cells of the 5,000 square meter monastery have been transformed into five exquisite suites, with wooden ceilings, windows and floors and views onto the sea or medicinal garden. Each room features a unique combination of renaissance furniture, from the Thyssen-Bornemisza collection as well as bespoke new pieces by Italian designer Paola Lenti and contemporary art from the TBA21 collection. Intimate meals can be enjoyed outside or in the Old Kitchen – a charming space with an open fire and functional bread oven, used to make delicious fresh pizzas today, while guests can indulge with cocktails and canapes on the Sunset Terrace, located on the top of the fortress, offering exceptional views of Lopud and The Elaphiti Islands. Wellness offerings include locally inspired spa treatments, Alchemy Bars, in-house meditation experts and visiting practitioners can be arranged upon request. This undiscovered island sanctuary has been designed as a place where history, art and botanical exploration ignite the senses. The property is also home to a Sacred Garden, complete with nine stations designed for meditation and contemplation, a traditional Franciscan Pharmacy.

A collection of remote properties in both Zambia, Cape Town and Madagascar, Time + Tide are the guides and guardians to sublime landscapes, extraordinary wildlife and rich cultures. The collection began with the legendary Norman Carr, father of the walking safari, who paved the way for conservation tourism in Zambia. Meeting Norman decades later, Chris Liebenberg would be moved to continue his legacy of conservation, setting up a camp with his father on the banks of the Chongwe River in Zambia’s Lower Zambezi Valley. Inspired by these people and places, and following a dream to preserve a place by the beach and one in the bush, Thierry Dalais and his family invested in Chris and Norman’s camps. Since then, Time + Tide has ventured to other remote parts of Africa, working with local communities to open up regions to modern-day explorers who share a desire to preserve them. These include:

MADAGASCAR

Time + Tide Miavana

SOUTH LUANGWA, ZAMBIA

Time + Tide Chinzombe,

Time + Tide Luwi

Time + Tide Nsolo

Time + Tide Kakuli,

Time + Tide Mchenja

LOWER ZAMBEZI, ZAMBIA

Time + Tide Chongwe Camp

Time + Tide Chongwe Suites

Time + Tide Chongwe House

www.timeandtideafrica.com

With access to 300,000 hectares of vast wilderness, Legendary Expeditions brings new levels of exploration to Tanzania’s safari set. Offering unparalleled access to untamed Africa, Legendary’s two lodges and one permanent tented camp offer superb service and accommodation while its two seasonal migrational camps move throughout the Serengeti allowing guests to follow the great migration and experience this awe-inspiring natural spectacle in every season. Legendary Lodge is set on a tranquil coffee plantation on the outskirts of Arusha, an elegant base either pre- or post-safari. Mwiba Lodge, perched on huge boulders above the wildlife-rich Arugusinyai River, offers just ten suites, along with superb facilities including a rejuvenating spa, well-equipped gym, pool and jacuzzi. Perfect for exclusive use, Mila Tented Camp provides a more intimate experience for only 14 guests while the migrational camps each offer front row seats to the ever-shifting migration, one of the last great wildlife migrations on Earth. All three camps ensure unscripted adventure and total immersion in the Tanzanian bush.

www.legendaryexpeditions.co.tz

Chem Chem Lodge, and its sister camps, Little Chem Chem and Forest Chem Chem, are located on 20,000 hectares of vital conservation land between Tarangire National Park and Lake Manyara. The concept of slow safari is championed here, and guests are encouraged to slow down, relax, spend time with the local community and move beyond the confines of a safari vehicle, instead enjoying walking safaris and birding trips, getting up close and personal with some of the area’s big (and smaller) game. Just eight tented suites, each with lake views and beautifully styled interiors reminiscent of old-world safaris, await at Chem Chem Lodge. Little Chem Chem offers a further six luxury vintage tents while Forest Chem Chem is exclusively reserved for private safari experiences for families and small groups.

http://www.chemchemsafari.com/

Matetsi Victoria Falls is a luxury lodge located on the banks of the Zambezi, and the realisation of one family’s dream to showcase everything exceptional about their home country, Zimbabwe. The property offers exclusive safari and tranquil river experiences, as well as access to the best activities in Victoria Falls (helicopter flights to catch an aerial view of the Falls, bungee jumping from the iconic Victoria Falls bridge and some of best white-water rafting in the world), wrapped up in incredible Zimbabwean hospitality. The property also affords guests privacy and the freedom of time and space, allowing them to explore the 55,000-hectare Matetsi Private Game Reserve and 15km private section of the Zambezi River with game drives and walking safaris, along with boat cruises and canoeing.

www.matetsivictoriafalls.com

The Safari Collection is a portfolio of East Africa’s finest destinations. The four camps and lodges operated by The Safari Collection offer an exceptional circuit, incorporating the country’s best topographical, wildlife and cultural experiences. The Safari Collection is also a specialist tour operator and can organise bespoke itineraries that include everything once the guest hits the ground in Kenya including other properties if required. 

Solio Lodge, Laikipia
Giraffe Manor, Nairobi
Sasaab, Samburu
Sala’s Camp, Masai Mara 

New for 2020, the company launched helicopter excursions which allow its guests to discover Kenya’s most untouched destinations. Sustainability is at the core of the company’s policy and 2020 also saw the launch of Footprint – a philanthropic platform which aims to support the local community and wildlife through various projects and conservation initiatives. 

www.thesafaricollection.com 

Indonesian tradition meets Western luxury aboard Tiger Blue – a 34 metre long historic Phinisi yacht that explores the Indonesian Archipelago from Komodo Islands to North West Papua. Tiger Blue is based in the magnificent seas of Eastern Indonesia and guests can visit Komodo, Sumba, Flores, Banda, the remote Spice Islands up to North West Papua and see the dramatic landscapes, coastlines and natural history of this magnificent archipelago. Customised itineraries, divetrips and specialised family holidays make this the ultimate sea safari.

www.tigerblue.info

Nihi Sumba is an intimate island retreat and collection of off-script travel experiences on the edge of wildness, embodying new-generation hospitality, which is unstaged, raw and soulful. Nihi consists of just 28 villas on 560 hectares and 2.5 km of pristine beach on the little known and beautifully preserved Indonesian island of Sumba. The island is a magically pristine land of gorgeous beaches, tropical scenery and a fascinating tribal and spiritual culture. Owned and managed by friends Chris Burch and James McBride, Nihi Sumba is a pioneer of honest travel, becoming a philanthropic vehicle dedicated to supporting projects of The Sumba Foundation, improving lives for 27,000 people with its many water, health, education and economic initiatives. The property has been left almost entirely in its wild natural state with only 10% of the land developed to accommodate the resorts villas which are rustically luxurious and reimagine Sumbanese craftmanship with private pools and butlers. At Nio Beach Club, a state of the art resort lap pool boasts epic views of the expansive beach and fronts one of the world’s great surfing waves, Occy’s Left. Other activities include the best sport fishing in Indonesia, hiking through beautiful landscapes to dramatic waterfalls, ancient villages and butterfly trails and stand-up paddling down the Wanukaka River. For the ultimate spa experience, enjoy a Nio Oka Spa Safari where after an early morning trek and healthy breakfast you can enjoy a day of unlimited spa treatments in a private cliff top pavilion overlooking the bluest of oceans.

www.nihihotels.com

On the west coast of Barbados, Sandy Lane with its famous pink loungers, is located on the finest beach on the island, and stands as the epitome of luxury, glamour, and unparalleled levels of hospitality. We love the grandeur of its Palladian architecture, set in lush tropical gardens and of course the epic sea views from nearly all 114 rooms and suites. It’s the range of facilities and experiences that really takes Sandy Lane to another level, from the restaurants & bars, to the world class golfing, pristine tennis and padel courts, a spa that is without doubt the finest in the Caribbean, and the complimentary Treehouse Club for kids.

Islas Secas is an archipelago of beautiful islands in the Gulf of Chiriquí on the Pacific coast of Panama. Creating the setting for an inspiring eco-destination befitting the most intrepid traveller, the destination combines the wonders of Panama’s incredible natural landscape with excellent hospitality and unique opportunities for adventure. Set off-the-grid 33 nautical miles from the town of Punta Tierra, Chorcha, Islas Secas is home to seven individually-designed Casita sites and three Tented Casitas, sleeping a total of 24 guests on one of the 14 islands, with each built to feel like its own private sanctuary embraced by the island’s lush tropical forest and offering awe-inspiring ocean views.

islassecas.com