Explora Journeys is the privately owned luxury ocean travel brand of the MSC Group, defined by space and privacy. At the heart of the brand is the Ocean State of Mind – a philosophy shaped by time at sea, thoughtful design, and the freedom to choose how each day unfolds. Immersive itineraries pair celebrated destinations with lesser-travelled ports, allowing for deeper exploration and a more fluid style of travel.

Across the fleet, Explora Journeys delivers an all-oceanfront experience, with spacious suites, penthouses and residences conceived as refined homes at sea. Floor-to-ceiling windows, private terraces, and residential-style interiors create a strong sense of openness, while an abundance of space and privacy is a defining hallmark of the Explora Journeys experience, with more open-air deck space per guest. The ships also offer an industry-leading host-to-guest ratio, with almost one host per guest, supporting an unhurried onboard rhythm.

Culinary experiences span multiple dining environments, from elegant restaurants to relaxed all-day venues, complemented by a collection of bars and lounges designed for different moments throughout the day. Wellness is fully integrated into life on board through dedicated spa and fitness facilities, outdoor decks and a holistic programme that reflects the brand’s deep connection to the ocean. Service is intuitive and discreet, informed by Mediterranean sensibilities and Swiss hospitality standards.

The fleet currently comprises EXPLORA I, launched in July 2023, and EXPLORA II, launched in September 2024. Expansion continues with EXPLORA III launching in summer 2026, followed by EXPLORA IV and EXPLORA V in 2027 and EXPLORA VI in 2028.

The next chapter for the brand arrives with EXPLORA III, launching in July 2026. An ultra-elegant expression of ocean travel, that benefits from LNG-powered technology, EXPLORA III will introduce a standout Owner’s Residence designed by internationally acclaimed architect @patricia_urquiola, as well as new culinary concepts, enlarged spa and fitness facilities designed for a more immersive wellbeing experience, and elevated onboard retail, including @chopard’s first boutique at sea. EXPLORA III will sail an exclusive Mediterranean Prelude before heading to Northern Europe, Iceland, and Greenland later in 2026.

EAST Hotels, part of Swire Hotels, celebrate individuality whilst focusing on connection, offering alternative thinkers a place in Hong Kong, Beijing, and Miami to gather, connect, and collectively envision new possibilities. 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

https://www.easthotels.com/en/

J.K. Place is the go-to for exceptional European hospitality across its three properties, offering characterful places to stay. The properties are one-of-a-kind boutique hotels with a unique sense of exclusivity, resembling a private members club, in some of Europe’s chicest destinations: Paris, Rome, Capri, with soon to come openings in Rome and Milan. Each hotel houses under 30 rooms and suites.

J.K. Place Rome – This discreet, intimate townhouse is a 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.

J.K. Place Capri – Situated atop the cliffs in 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 to JK SPA, a fully equipped fitness centre, an outdoor pool, and The JKitchen which showcases 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.

https://www.jkplaces.com/it/

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:

BAHRAIN          Raffles Al Areen Palace – opened December 20203

CAMBODIA      Raffles Hotel Le Royal, Raffles Grand Hotel d’Angko

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

INDIA                Raffles Jaipur – opened July 2024
INDONESIA      Raffles Bali, Raffles Jakarta
PHILIPPINES    Raffles Mataki
POLAND           Raffles Europejski Warsaw
QATAR              Raffles Doha – Opened 2022
MALDIVES          Raffles Maldilves Meradhoo
SAUDI ARABIA    Raffles Makkah Palace, Raffles Jeddah – Opened 2022
SEYCHELLES        Raffles Seychelles
SINGAPORE        Raffles Singapore

SINGAPORE       Raffles Sentosa Singapore – opened March 2025
TURKEY             Raffles Istanbul
UK                    Raffles London at the OWO – Opened September 2023
US                     Raffles Boston Back Bay – Opened September 2023

Raffles can be found in key international locations including Singapore, London, Paris, Boston, Istanbul, Dubai, Doha, Maldives, Udaipur, Phnom Penh, and Bali.

www.raffles.com

Oetker Hotels are 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 Hotels.

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 (relaunched Autumn 2025), Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc, Chateau Saint-Martin & Spa, The Lanesborough, L’Apogée Courchevel, Eden Rock – St Barths, Jumby Bay Island, Palácio Tangará, Hotel La Palma (Opened June 2023), The Vineta Hotel (opening 2026), and more than 150 private villas around the globe. The collection is also set to expand with an exciting new Masterpiece Hotel opening in St. Tropez in 2027.

www.oetkerhotels.com

Six Senses, part of IHG’s luxury and lifestyle portfolio, operates 27 hotels and resorts in 21 countries and has signed a further 43 properties into the development pipeline. Six Senses serves as a changemaker and maintains a leadership commitment to community, sustainability, emotional hospitality, wellness, and crafted experiences, infused with a touch of quirkiness. Whether an exquisite island resort, mountain retreat, or urban hotel, the vision remains the same: to reawaken people’s senses so they feel the purpose behind their travels and ultimately reconnect with themselves, others, and the world around them.

IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG) Luxury & Lifestyle portfolio is one of the largest in the world. Buoyed by strong growth, IHG’s six acclaimed Luxury & Lifestyle brands represent 20 percent of its overall global pipeline – nearly double what it was just five years ago – and span more than 900 open and pipeline hotels. From urban escapes and distinctive design-led boutiques, to world renowned wellness havens and stunning resort locations, the Luxury & Lifestyle collection represents a rich blend of brands that each in their own unique way turn journeys into celebrations of extraordinary experiences.

VIETNAM

Six Senses Ninh Van Bay
Six Senses Con Dao

THAILAND

Six Senses Yao Noi
Six Senses Samui

SAUDI ARABIA

Six Senses AMAALA – Opening 2026

UAE

Six Senses The Palm Dubai – Opening 2026

MALDIVES

Six Senses Laamu
Six Senses Kanuhura

SEYCHELLES

Six Senses Zil Pasyon

PORTUGAL

Six Senses Douro Valley

CHINA

Six Senses Qing Cheng Mountain

JAPAN

Six Senses Kyoto

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 Bhutan
Six Senses Shaharut

Six Senses Southern Dunes

ISRAEL

Six Senses Shaharut

INDIA

Six Senses Fort Barwara, Rajasthan
Six Senses Vana

IBIZA

Six Senses Ibiza

SWITZERLAND

Six Senses Crans-Montana

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

OKU Hotels is a collection of soulful laidback luxury hotels. 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 Ibiza, Spain
OKU Ibiza 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 offers 189 guest rooms and suites as well as a luxury 4-bedroom private villa, and is home to one of the island’s largest swimming pools and the brand’s signature TEYO Restaurant.

OKU Kos, Greece
OKU Kos is an intimate village-style beach hideaway located on the shores of Aegean. Inspired by the Greek way of life, the hotel 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.

OKU Andalusia, Spain
OKU Andalusia, opening July 2025, is the ultimate beachside retreat for adventurous spirits, nestled between Sotogrande, San Roque and the Los Alcornocales nature reserve. The brand’s second property in Spain will offer 255 guest rooms including one private 4-bedroom villa, a 2,000m2 OKU Spa, four restaurants and bars, an adults-only beach club, and the brand’s first Kids Club concept for families.

OKU Bodrum, Turkiye
Set spectacularly along Bodrum peninsula’s northern coast, OKU Bodrum opens its adults only retreat in July 2025 in one of Europe’s most sought after destinations. The boutique hotel will offer 58 rooms, three restaurants and bars, and OKU Spa and wellness facilities, and a private jetty for direct boat access.

www.okuhotels.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 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 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 fabulous views over Bristol’s bustling harbourside

www.doylecollection.com

Scott Dunn is one of the world’s most experienced luxury tour operators. With offices in the UK, America and Asia, its global team of travel specialists offer guests round-the-clock support, arranging bespoke holidays and honeymoons with exceptional five-star service. Scott Dunn also operates highly professional Explorers Kids Clubs in select destinations throughout the world, as well as its Ski Explorers programme for kids aged 3-4 years, offering a dedicated ‘Ski School Specialicast’. The tour operator also has an exclusive, ‘invitation-only’ platform for its most discerning travellers; Scott Dunn Private (SDP).

www.scottdunn.com

Built in the early 1820s by celebrated Irish architects Richard and William Morrison, Ballyfin is a Regency masterpiece at the foot of the Slieve Bloom Mountains, surrounded by 614 acres of parkland and a centrepiece lake. This private family home turned boarding school underwent a decade-long restoration, bringing it back to its rightful place as one of Ireland’s finest houses. Just 90 minutes from Dublin, the property offers 21 individually designed rooms and suites filled with antiques and exquisite period details. Guests can explore the grounds by horse and carriage, enjoy grand picnics in hidden corners, partake in guided country pursuits and experience Michelin-starred dining from the estate gardens.

Daylesford is a 2,500-acre estate in the Cotswolds, founded over 40 years ago by Lady Bamford and grown from an organic farm into a multifaceted destination spanning hospitality, retail and wellness, underpinned by sustainable farming and craftsmanship. The Daylesford Stays portfolio includes four pubs: The Wild Rabbit in Kingham, The Fox at Lower Oddington, The Bell in Charlbury and The Three Horseshoes near Burford, alongside Heritage House, a dedicated events space, and 34 cottages and four farmhouses across Daylesford Farm, Kingham and Daylesford Village. Guests also have access to the wider Daylesford offering, including the Bamford Wellness Spa and The Club by Bamford, cookery school classes, farm tours, the farm shop and Bamford Barn, as well as the Michelin Green Star restaurant and cafés.

Set on the sunshine island of Gotland, Sibbjäns is a boutique farmstay rooted in seasonality, Scandinavian design, and regenerative farming. Created by two couples and converted from a former horse farm, the main hotel offers nine individually designed rooms, with 13 additional rooms found at The Bunkhouse. With a working farm at its centre, produce is grown on-site and harvested seasonally, with the farm-to-table approach leading the hotel to pause entirely through the dark winter months while the land rests. Guests can experience ‘viking wellness’ inspired by Nordic traditions, taking the form of wood-fired saunas, cold-water swimming, a hand-built yoga barn and an outdoor gym, with cycling and horse-riding across open farmland, and kitesurfing along Gotland’s windswept coastline.

Set in Salzburg’s Grossarl Valley, DAS EDELWEISS Salzburg Mountain Resort is a family-built, design-led mountain retreat with ski-in/ski-out access to the Grossarltal-Dorfgastein slopes, part of Austria’s 760km Ski Amadé network. Founded as a 14-room guesthouse in 1979, the property has evolved over three generations under the continued stewardship of the Hettegger family, now led by Peter Hettegger and his wife Karin. The resort is centred around a 75,000m² Mountain Spa spanning five floors, with thermal pools, textile saunas, alpine-herb treatments, adults-only relaxation areas, and dedicated family zones with multi-level water slides. Accommodation ranges from contemporary suites with generous terraces and valley views to private Spa Suites with saunas and whirlpools, plus the EDELWEISS Penthouse Suite spanning the entire eighth floor. Dining includes multiple restaurants and bars, including Sirloin Grill & Dine (two Gault & Millau toques). DAS EDELWEISS holds two MICHELIN Keys and is honoured by Les Clefs d’Or.

Opened in 2023, The Largo is a boutique hotel featuring 16 suites and two double rooms set across five beautifully restored buildings in Porto’s charming old town. Led by renowned architect Frederico Valsassina, the restoration has preserved the character of the building while integrating modern interiors designed by Space Copenhagen. Bringing craftsmanship and creativity to Porto, The Largo embraces the city’s artistic community with works from a host of local artists, designers, and craftspeople. With three award-winning dining destinations under the creative guidance of Michelin-starred chef Nuno Mendes, menus at the Terraço Lounge and Kitchen, Cozinha das Flores, and neighbouring bar, Flôr showcase the best of northern Portuguese ingredients and culinary traditions. The property offers bespoke experiences curated and coordinated by an in-house team of experts; from ceramic-making workshops with local artisans to lazy days meandering through wine country aboard The Largo’s own yacht.  www.thelargo.com 

Founded in 2002 by Rossella and Huw Beaugié, The Thinking Traveller is a globally trusted and much-loved company offering a carefully curated collection of over 300 exclusive villas in some of the most soulful corners of the Mediterranean, including Sicily, Puglia, Greece, and Corsica. Each property is handpicked for its unique character, architectural beauty, and deep-rooted connection to its surroundings, ensuring an exceptional and immersive travel experience. The Thinking Traveller offers a unique collection of exceptional villas, carefully matched to each guest’s preferences. From aristocratic estates near Mount Etna to beachfront retreats in Greece and centuries-old castles, every property is handpicked and deeply curated by the team. More than just a place to stay, The Thinking Traveller creates unforgettable experiences, with expert guidance from Villa and Local Specialists who provide insider knowledge and tailored recommendations. https://www.thethinkingtraveller.com/

WildLand is Europe’s largest and most ambitious conservation project, spanning 220,000 acres across 13 estates from Loch Ness and the Cairngorm, to Sutherland’s rugged coastline. Led by Anders Holch Povlsen, Scotland’s largest private landowner, and his wife Anne, this visionary initiative aims to restore lost habitats, rewild ecosystems, and support local communities with sustainable income. Endangered species, including beavers, capercaillie, and ptarmigan, are being reintroduced, helping to rebalance the Highlands’ ecosystem. WildLand’s 200-year vision is shaping the future of Scotland’s wild spaces, offering access to areas once reserved for the few, where hospitality is simply a means to share this evolving story. Guests can experience this regeneration through a collection of restored hotels, lodges, and cottages – from heritage baronial estates to modern, Scandi-chic bothies – bringing them to the heart of the Highlands’ unfolding story. https://wildland.scot/

Casa Bonavita, a historical palazzo which dates to 1740, has been carefully restored over the past five years and will open as a 17 room and suite hotel in early 2026. Located in the charming village of Attard in Malta, it sits approximately 15 minutes from the island’s fascinating historical sites including the capital Valetta and fortified ancient city of Mdina.
Surrounded by lush gardens of orange blossom, jasmine, and palms, the hotel offers a restorative retreat from the incredible energy of the island. A creation of Christopher and Suzanne Sharp, co-founders of The Rug Company, they bring their design flair and experience to Casa Bonavita as well as a deep love of the island. Within each space, exquisite interiors have been crafted by local and Italian artisans, blending inherited family furniture and paintings, Sicilian tiles, and hand-painted de Gournay wallpaper, layering to create extraordinary effect. Casa Bonavita is a new style of hotel that offers a new take on the destination of Malta.

Located in the heart of the Tuscan countryside, Borgo Santo Pietro – once a healing stopover for medieval pilgrims – is today an all-encompassing sanctuary for modern souls and a collection of chic lifestyle brands that truly encompasses Italian charm, authenticity, and the owners’ passion: Satori Yacht, Seed to Skin Tuscany, Saporium, Trattoria Sull’Albero and Borgo Santo Pietro Wines. The meticulously restored 12th century villa, set within 300 acres of lush gardens and vineyards, is thoughtfully designed with its rich history in mind and home to just 22 rooms and suites that combine quintessential Italian interiors with the resort’s signature ethereal quality. Borgo Santo Pietro’s dedication to its surrounding land is grounded in the principles of biodiversity and regenerative agriculture, from the organic farm being the source of the ingredients in each Seed to Skin Tuscany product used in the Spa, to the fresh produce utilised in the exceptional Tuscan cuisine. This farm-to table dedication offers guests the ultimate experience in sustainable luxury.

borgosantopietro.com

Positioned in Mayfair overlooking Brown Hart Gardens, The Beaumont Mayfair embodies the spirit of the scene-setting grand hotels of the 1920s. With interiors designed by the late French architect Thierry Despont – the hotel is renowned for its glamorous art deco design, exceptional dining, and impeccable service. Featuring 101 rooms and suites – including Anthony Gormley’s famous ROOM – the hotel houses an exquisite collection of art, as well as chic F&B spaces. From the sophisticated setting of Gatsby’s Room, where Champagne Afternoon Tea is held, to the Le Magritte Bar, known for its extensive Bourbon collection, classic cocktails and Cuban Cigars cabinet, and the charming Terrace which brings alfresco café culture to Brown Hart Gardens. This year, The Beaumont Mayfair is also set to launch ROSI, a new flagship restaurant with murals by British artist and designer Luke Edward Hall, as well as unveiling the transformation of Brown Hart Gardens.

https://www.thebeaumont.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, Adami 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.

canaves.com/

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 50-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 loungers with chic umbrellas 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

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 with interiors by the celebrated Artistic Director of Dior Maison, Cordélia de Castellane, three exquisite restaurants and a state-of-the-art Kids Club. In September 2024 the estate launched ‘La Ferme’, a new woodland hideaway perfect for families.

Hidden behind ancient walls within the city’s Botanic Gardens, Botanic Sanctuary Antwerp is a former 13^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.

Hôtel du Couvent, an impossibly chic former 17th century convent, situated in the heart of Old Town Nice, opened its doors in summer 2024 as an exquisite hotel, transforming the hospitality scene on the Cote d’Azur. Formerly a historic city landmark, the convent was meticulously and lovingly restored over a 10-year period under the vision of Valéry Grégo – Founder of Perseus Group, and now, hidden away from the hustle of Nice, acts as a sanctuary, set within 2.5 acres of tranquil gardens. 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 is 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

Opened in May 2024, Odera, is 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 comprises 77 rooms and pool suites, an expansive spa and private beach club. A testament to authenticity, Odera features interiors designed by Studio Bonarchi, with an ethos centred on celebrating Tinos’ traditions, local artisans, and producers. 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.
www.oderatinos.com

Established in 1896, Hotel De L’Europe is evolving from the traditional Grand Dame of the city’s hospitality scene into a true cultural and creative hub; the ultimate destination for those seeking the authentic spirit of Amsterdam. Built on the site of the first inn in Amsterdam and filled with priceless Dutch art from the Heineken family, guests will feel immersed in the rich history of the property, and experience timeless service paired with the best in contemporary Dutch culture. Following a complete redesign of the hotel’s rooms, suites and entire ground floor in 2020 – De L’Europe has reinforced its position within Amsterdam’s luxury hospitality industry. In 2024, the hotel introduced ‘t Huys, an entirely new collection of suites, curated by some of the Netherland’s most celebrated and innovative creatives, – ‘t Huys being old Dutch for ‘house’ – where icons of art, style and luxury come together under one roof. The hotel also boasts some of Amsterdam’s finest dining, with three restaurants – Flore, which won its two Michelin stars in the first year of opening; beautiful brasserie Marie, with its exclusive riverside terrace which comes alive come summertime; and Italian trattoria Graziella. Relaunched after a complete redesign in April 2025, Flore is the hottest table in the city, with Bas van Kranen, the youngest Michelin star chef in the Netherlands, at the helm. De L’Europe’s legendary drinking den Freddy’s, named after Alfred ‘Freddy’ Heineken himself, offers a stylish spot for a nightcap, with an interior of rich burgundy tones, polished wood and classic leather furniture.

www.deleurope.com

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 ten individually designed suites, two outdoor swimming pools, an authentic Italian restaurant and an award-winning vineyard and olive oil production. Experiences arranged by the estate include a leather making workshop with Era Balestrieri, a famous leather creator, Italian cookery classes and learning about the grape and olive harvest. A particular highlight is the e-bike tour or horseback riding through the Maremma countryside. 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 the owners, 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. In the coming years following a long project, the Renaissance Villa Vignamaggio at the heart of the estate is to be reborn as a hotel, while surrounding landscape will be transformed into a garden worthy of its legend, with breathtaking views over vineyards and olive groves.
In 2024, La Fattoria was inaugurated – a multifaceted space featuring a spacious restaurant with stunning glass windows overlooking the Tuscan hills and a shop offering local products from Vignamaggio.

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 31 rooms and 21 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 craftsmanship. 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.

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.

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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.

Less than two years after opening, the hotel has unveiled its latest hidden secret: a brand-new spa located in the tunnels of the villa and in the ancient greenhouse, overlooking the magnificent gardens and with panoramic views of the lake. This includes the addition of an 18-meter indoor pool, connected through the atmospheric tunnels. Passalacqua has also partnered with Seed to Skin Tuscany – a natural skincare line, custom-made in a state-of-the-art laboratory, where a modern, scientific approach is firmly rooted in nature and curative traditions dating back to 1129.

https://www.passalacqua.it/

Set in San Sebastián, the beating heart of the Basque Country, Villa Soro opened in April 2022 following a elegant redesign with the addition of a dedicated bar and new wellness space. The hotel is the first Spanish mainland property from the team behind the stylish Sant Francesc Hotel in Palma and Can Ferrereta in Mallorca. Built as a British-style family home in the 19th century, the historic Aristocratic villa comprises 25 rooms and 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, with close access to the city’s finest restaurants and pintxo bars.

www.hotelvillasoro.com

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.

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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.

62ºNORD

62ºNORD 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. 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. The brand also offer specialised itineraries, their Signature Adventures, which include Drive the Fjords, Ride the Fjords, and Ski The Fjords. For 2025, 62ºNORD is introducing their most secluded and adventurous adventure yet, delving deep in the Arctic Circle to Svalbard.

Hotel Union Øye
Since 1891, Hotel Union Øye has mesmerised many travellers with its distinctive Norwegian charm, and has been a firm favourite amongst mountaineers, artists, writers and royals since its origin. The remote location in which the hotel resides makes it a wonderful, limitless playground for guests, and the nearby waters of the Norangsfjorden offer an abundance of activities.

Storfjord Hotel
Built in the style of a traditional Norwegian log cabin, Storfjord Hotel, is an intimate 29-room hotel that has the look and feel of a beautiful, and secluded, private home. With roaring fires, fur blankets and awe-inspiring views aplenty, the picturesque property is the ultimate spot to unwind and relax in the beauty of nature. The hideaway hotel offers superb and authentic Norwegian dining, with a seasonal and local produce led menu.

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

The Newt in Somerset is a working ‘farm with rooms’, recently awarded Three Michelin Keys in the Michelin Guide’s inaugural selection of the world’s most extraordinary hotels. With 2,000 acres of land, much of which is used for arable and livestock farming, its 30 acres of formal gardens are the main draw for some 200,000 visitors each year.

Opened in August 2019, The Newt in Somerset is home to 42 individually designed bedrooms across Hadspen House and The Farmyard. The bucolic setting has inspired garden-to-table menus in the restaurants, as well as botanical treatments in the spa. Members can enjoy these year-round, along with an annual programme of talks, workshops and events led by The Newt’s knowledgeable team.

The estate’s ethos is to combine traditional practices with modern facilities and thinking, farming in a circular way that gives back to the soil. Livestock and crops regenerate each other to create a balanced ecosystem. Everything is rooted in a deep respect for the land and all creatures living on it.

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 16,000ft spa, indoor and outdoor pools and Michelin star cuisine. It also 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 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. Royal Champagne’s legacy will soon be expanded with its sister property, Château de la Commaraine, set to open in Pommard in early 2025. This historic château will feature 37 rooms, two restaurants, a spa, and a winery, perfectly blending history with contemporary luxury.

www.royalchampagne.com

Located in the heart of Palma’s Old Town, the elegant bolthole Sant Francesc Hotel opened in 2015, overlooking its namesake Basilica de Sant Francesc. This grand former 19th century mansion effortlessly blends charming history with elegant contemporary design, and is home to an impressive collection of contemporary art and photography, many designed specifically for the hotel by Spanish artists including Guillem Nadal and Jordi Alcaraz. The hotel features 42 elegant rooms and signature suites, the sundrenched Singular Rooftop terrace with a beautiful outdoor pool, seasonal Quadrat restaurant offering a true taste of the Mediterranean, and sophisticated courtyard Lobby Bar.

www.hotelsantfrancesc.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, Suvretta 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 picturesque 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. 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. 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. 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 six five-star hotels in Cyprus and Mykonos. Ideal for both romantic escapes and family getaways, Thanos provides the ultimate Mediterranean retreats.

Thanos Hotels & Resorts operates three award-winning luxury hotels in Cyprus: Anassa, Annabelle, and Almyra.
In 2023, the group expanded into Greece with the opening of its first two hotels under the design-led Amyth collection —Amyth of Mykonos Agios Stefanos and Amyth of Mykonos Super Paradise.

Amyth of Nicosia will be the third hotel in the Amyth collection. Opening March 2025, it will be the first luxury boutique hotel in the Cypriot capital.

www.thanos.com

Fregate is returning to the world stage of ultra-luxury hospitality in October 2026 following a four year closure and complete rebuild. Known for its complete seclusion, spectacular natural beauty and pioneering conservation programmes, the island will be home to just 14 private pool villas and three expansive estates, including The Owner’s Estate – a private peninsula with its own helipad and protected marina access. At its heart lies the expanded Plantation House, complemented by a world-class spa, upgraded yacht club and the new Sunset Bar with golden-hour ocean views. Featuring state-of-the-art infrastructure and countless new facilities, the much-anticipated reopening is set to become one of the major events in the global luxury travel industry.

Located on the V&A Waterfront, Cape Town’s most treasured hotel, Cape Grace, is a testament to the country’s rich and diverse narrative, from its array of landscapes and languages, vibrant art, and fascinating cultures. Originally established in 1996, Cape Grace – now a Fairmont managed hotel – has been gracefully redesigned by 1508 London unveiling its design transformation that pays homage to Cape Town’s evolution from a bustling trading port to a cosmopolitan hub. With 112 rooms and suites each featuring incredible views of either the Waterfront or the iconic Table Mountain, the transformation extends to a new Fairmont Spa and signature restaurant, Heirloom, as well as the reopening of its locally famous Bascule bar.

A collection of remote properties in Zambia 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, founder 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. With each destination comes the ultimate castaway escape into wilderness, perfect for travellers who want to escape into the wild, have adventures and connect with nature and new cultures without compromising on luxury comfort.

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 is a working farm, garden and winery in the heart of South Africa’s winelands. 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 guest cottages and an elegant five-bedroom exclusive-use villa, the Fynbos Family House. The hotel has been designed by Roos with fresh contemporary detailing to complement the historic Cape Dutch architecture. Babylonstoren offers one of the only RHS-partnered gardens in the country, showcasing 300 types of edible plants, spanning vegetables, stone fruits, nuts, citrus orchards, berries and herbs. The farm is home to ducks and chickens, fish, bees and much more. In addition, guests will find a Spa with treatment rooms built from living bamboo, complete with large indoor-outdoor pool, salt room, sauna, steam room and two vitality pools, in addition to an authentic hammam and traditional Rasul chamber. The estate also offers an extensive Farm Shop and Bakery, Gelateria, Home and Interiors boutique and Cellar and Tasting Room. The farmstead is also home to the internationally-acclaimed, farm-to-fork 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.

https://babylonstoren.com

Founded and run by Kenyans Tanya and Mikey Carr-Hartley, The Safari Collection owns and operates a collection of four boutique luxury properties in Kenya’s finest locations and specialises in bespoke East African itineraries. From the beautiful surroundings at Giraffe Manor and The Retreat in Nairobi, the Maasai culture and density of wildlife at Sala’s Camp in the Maasai Mara, the rugged landscape and stunning views of Mount Kenya at Solio Lodge, to the breathtaking views across the arid land at Sasaab in the Samburu, each lodge has been selected for their individuality, and together, represent the best of what Kenya has to offer. 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 

www.thesafaricollection.com 

Singita is a leading light in African tourism and conservation – a pioneering, family-owned business with the right motives of conservation and community at its core. From the vast plains of the Serengeti to South Africa’s iconic Kruger National Park and Sabi Sand, to Zimbabwe’s rugged sandstone ridges and Rwanda’s majestic Virunga Mountains – each of Singita’s 17 lodges, camps and private villas offer a natural space with the same wellness philosophy that allows guests to mentally unplug and turn moments of rest into meaningful journeys of renewal. From exceptional food created by chefs trained at Singita’s Community Culinary School, sophisticated wine pairings from the group’s handpicked selection to, infinity pools, iconic art collections and interior design by Cecile and Boyd, the Singita experience is truly unrivalled.

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

Founded by visionary travel pioneer Jamshyd Sethna in 2006, Shakti curates private, off-the-radar journeys through the Indian Himalayas that champion authentic cultural connection, ecological responsibility, and purposeful travel. Each experience is fully inclusive of personal chefs and butlers and is privately guided, with guests walking between restored village homes in the remote Himalayan regions of Kumaon, Sikkim and Ladakh. Designed to reconnect travellers with nature and community, Shakti journeys seamlessly blend comfort and authenticity ,while maintaining minimal environmental impact and fostering deep local engagement.

Shakti Kumaon – In the forested foothills of Uttarakhand, offering guided walks through pine-carpeted ridges, terraced villages and ancient Shiva temples. New for 2025 following a thoughtful renovation and redesign, Shakti has launched the striking seven-suite Prana Lodge, a solar-powered eco-retreat perched at 7,000 feet with panoramic views of the Nanda Devi range. Also new is Panchachuli, an intimate three-bedroom retreat overlooking the entire Himalayan front range.

Shakti Sikkim – In the mystical eastern Himalayas, guiding travellers through the remote region of Sikkim, home to vibrant Lepcha, Bhutia and Nepali communities. The experience includes guided walks along misty ridge lines, monastery visits and stays in traditional homes and converted planter bungalows steeped in history.

Shakti Ladakh – For the adventurous, explore India’s wildest Himalayan frontier: a high-altitude desert of ancient monasteries, glacier-fed rivers and vast mountain passes. Guests stay in restored Ladakhi village houses and fully serviced dome tents, with itineraries that include rafting the legendary Indus and Zanskar rivers, trekking across alpine plateaus, and intimate encounters with Tibetan Buddhist culture.

http://shaktihimalaya.com/

Upper House is a collection of refined, highly individual properties renowned for their distinctive designs and exceptional service. From Hong Kong to Shanghai and Chengdu, each House is a sophisticated, singular work of design, created by talented architects to reflect the unique character of its surroundings. Upcoming openings include Houses in Shenzhen, Xi’an, and Tokyo, as well as branded residences in Bangkok, extending its signature unscripted hospitality to those who seek a different, intimate, and personalised experience.

• Upper House Hong Kong
• Upper House Chengdu
• Upper House Shanghai
• Upper House Shenzhen (2027)
• Upper House Xi’An (2028)
• Upper House Tokyo (2029)

https://www.upperhouse.com/

Accessible only by private seaplane, Bawah Reserve is Indonesia’s most exclusive and far-flung eco-resort situated in the Riau Archipelago, Indonesia, between Malaysia and Borneo. Made up of six tropical islands, 13 beaches, three lagoons and 100 hectares of forest, Bawah Reserve combines high-end design with sustainability and a “back-to-nature” concept. With just 36 beautifully designed suites and bungalows, the resort offers a sensational all-inclusive experience in an undiscovered and richly diverse part of Indonesia. As guardians of this natural reserve, sustainability has been at the heart of Bawah Reserve from the very beginning. It is the first island in Indonesia to be powered by a renewable microgrid and supports the Anambas Foundation, created to channel funds back into the local community.
In addition to the main island, guests can now opt for an even more elevated private island adventure with six cliffside lodges on a previously untouched island named Elang Private Residence. The entire island can be booked out for groups up to 20 – the perfect escape for those looking to reconnect in total seclusion amongst breath-takingly beautiful nature.

www.bawahreserve.com

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

Set on the unspoiled ivory sands of the Riviera Maya, on what is considered the most beautiful stretch of beach on Mexico’s Caribbean coast, Hotel Esencia continues to build on its reputation as one of the most chic and discreet hotels in the world. Originally built as the 50-acre private holiday home of an Italian duchess, the property represents a benchmark for exclusivity and privacy in the region, offering a rare sense of seclusion within a refined tropical setting. The hotel features 42 suites and three villas, alongside dining concepts spanning Mexican, Mediterranean and Japanese influences, and a spa rooted in modern wellbeing and Mayan traditions.

Andean is a family owned and operated collection of boutique properties, designed to immerse guests in the landscapes, heritage, and traditions of Peru. Born from a deep respect for the country’s rich history, Andean was founded by Ignacio Masias, a visionary in luxury hospitality who has become a leading voice in Peruvian travel. With decades of experience and passion for showcasing the land less traveled, he remains committed to preserving Peru’s cultural and natural beauty. From a restored 16th-century monastery in Arequipa to a tented retreat deep in the Colca Valley, each property is carefully designed to blend seamlessly into its surroundings, offering guests an intimate connection to the land and its stories.

Today, the collection spans five distinctive destinations: CIRQA, a historic parador in the heart of Arequipa; Titilaka, an experience lodge set on a private peninsula on Lake Titicaca; PUQIO, a remote camp in the dramatic Colca Valley; and Atemporal and Fausto in Lima, providing refined urban sanctuaries celebrating the capital’s vibrant artistic and culinary scene. Debuting in April 2025, the soon to be sixth property, Tinajani, will be the most rugged and secluded offering, comprising an old farmhouse and 6 safari style tented camps set within a 370-acre nature reserve.

Guided by a deep appreciation for Peru, Andean is dedicated to creating transformative experiences that go beyond the ordinary. Whether it’s a sunrise over the sacred waters of Lake Titicaca, a fireside evening beneath the vast Andean sky, or an intimate meal showcasing native flavors, each moment is crafted with authenticity and purpose. For those who seek to explore Peru as it has never been known before, Andean offers a gateway to its most extraordinary places—always with a spirit of discovery, preservation, and connection. https://andean.travel/

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 

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, and Casa Cavada – a spectacular super-villa offering that launched in May 2024. With the archipelago sleeping a total of 32 guests, each casita is built to feel like its own private sanctuary embraced by the island’s lush tropical forest and offering awe-inspiring ocean views. The all-inclusive resort is a serene base from which guests can undertake thrilling marine safaris and immersive natural experiences by both land and sea, including snorkelling and diving amidst the aquatic wonders of the Gulf and exploring the biodiversity of Coiba National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site on unforgettable hiking excursions. Islas Secas offers highly unique, front-row viewing of the Humpback Whale migration from feeding areas off Antarctica and Chile with best practice boat trips available to those interested in getting a closer look at this magnificent species in its natural habitat – undoubtedly one for the bucket list.

islassecas.com

www.lowellhotel.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 fuses stylish interiors with traditional French charm and hospitality. Located just a short walk to the town’s lively centre, feature panoramic terraces for summer dining and outdoor Storvatt Nordic baths.

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

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

OKU Hotels is a collection of soulful laidback luxury hotels. 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 Ibiza, Spain
OKU Ibiza 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 offers 189 guest rooms and suites as well as a luxury 4-bedroom private villa, and is home to one of the island’s largest swimming pools and the brand’s signature TEYO Restaurant.

OKU Kos, Greece
OKU Kos is an intimate village-style beach hideaway located on the shores of Aegean. Inspired by the Greek way of life, the hotel 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.

OKU Andalusia, Spain
OKU Andalusia, opening July 2025, is the ultimate beachside retreat for adventurous spirits, nestled between Sotogrande, San Roque and the Los Alcornocales nature reserve. The brand’s second property in Spain will offer 255 guest rooms including one private 4-bedroom villa, a 2,000m2 OKU Spa, four restaurants and bars, an adults-only beach club, and the brand’s first Kids Club concept for families.

OKU Bodrum, Turkiye
Set spectacularly along Bodrum peninsula’s northern coast, OKU Bodrum opens its adults only retreat in July 2025 in one of Europe’s most sought after destinations. The boutique hotel will offer 58 rooms, three restaurants and bars, and OKU Spa and wellness facilities, and a private jetty for direct boat access.

www.okuhotels.com 

Built in the early 1820s by celebrated Irish architects Richard and William Morrison, Ballyfin is a Regency masterpiece at the foot of the Slieve Bloom Mountains, surrounded by 614 acres of parkland and a centrepiece lake. This private family home turned boarding school underwent a decade-long restoration, bringing it back to its rightful place as one of Ireland’s finest houses. Just 90 minutes from Dublin, the property offers 21 individually designed rooms and suites filled with antiques and exquisite period details. Guests can explore the grounds by horse and carriage, enjoy grand picnics in hidden corners, partake in guided country pursuits and experience Michelin-starred dining from the estate gardens.

Daylesford is a 2,500-acre estate in the Cotswolds, founded over 40 years ago by Lady Bamford and grown from an organic farm into a multifaceted destination spanning hospitality, retail and wellness, underpinned by sustainable farming and craftsmanship. The Daylesford Stays portfolio includes four pubs: The Wild Rabbit in Kingham, The Fox at Lower Oddington, The Bell in Charlbury and The Three Horseshoes near Burford, alongside Heritage House, a dedicated events space, and 34 cottages and four farmhouses across Daylesford Farm, Kingham and Daylesford Village. Guests also have access to the wider Daylesford offering, including the Bamford Wellness Spa and The Club by Bamford, cookery school classes, farm tours, the farm shop and Bamford Barn, as well as the Michelin Green Star restaurant and cafés.

Set on the sunshine island of Gotland, Sibbjäns is a boutique farmstay rooted in seasonality, Scandinavian design, and regenerative farming. Created by two couples and converted from a former horse farm, the main hotel offers nine individually designed rooms, with 13 additional rooms found at The Bunkhouse. With a working farm at its centre, produce is grown on-site and harvested seasonally, with the farm-to-table approach leading the hotel to pause entirely through the dark winter months while the land rests. Guests can experience ‘viking wellness’ inspired by Nordic traditions, taking the form of wood-fired saunas, cold-water swimming, a hand-built yoga barn and an outdoor gym, with cycling and horse-riding across open farmland, and kitesurfing along Gotland’s windswept coastline.

WildLand is Europe’s largest and most ambitious conservation project, spanning 220,000 acres across 13 estates from Loch Ness and the Cairngorm, to Sutherland’s rugged coastline. Led by Anders Holch Povlsen, Scotland’s largest private landowner, and his wife Anne, this visionary initiative aims to restore lost habitats, rewild ecosystems, and support local communities with sustainable income. Endangered species, including beavers, capercaillie, and ptarmigan, are being reintroduced, helping to rebalance the Highlands’ ecosystem. WildLand’s 200-year vision is shaping the future of Scotland’s wild spaces, offering access to areas once reserved for the few, where hospitality is simply a means to share this evolving story. Guests can experience this regeneration through a collection of restored hotels, lodges, and cottages – from heritage baronial estates to modern, Scandi-chic bothies – bringing them to the heart of the Highlands’ unfolding story. https://wildland.scot/

Casa Bonavita, a historical palazzo which dates to 1740, has been carefully restored over the past five years and will open as a 17 room and suite hotel in early 2026. Located in the charming village of Attard in Malta, it sits approximately 15 minutes from the island’s fascinating historical sites including the capital Valetta and fortified ancient city of Mdina.
Surrounded by lush gardens of orange blossom, jasmine, and palms, the hotel offers a restorative retreat from the incredible energy of the island. A creation of Christopher and Suzanne Sharp, co-founders of The Rug Company, they bring their design flair and experience to Casa Bonavita as well as a deep love of the island. Within each space, exquisite interiors have been crafted by local and Italian artisans, blending inherited family furniture and paintings, Sicilian tiles, and hand-painted de Gournay wallpaper, layering to create extraordinary effect. Casa Bonavita is a new style of hotel that offers a new take on the destination of Malta.

Hôtel du Couvent, an impossibly chic former 17th century convent, situated in the heart of Old Town Nice, opened its doors in summer 2024 as an exquisite hotel, transforming the hospitality scene on the Cote d’Azur. Formerly a historic city landmark, the convent was meticulously and lovingly restored over a 10-year period under the vision of Valéry Grégo – Founder of Perseus Group, and now, hidden away from the hustle of Nice, acts as a sanctuary, set within 2.5 acres of tranquil gardens. 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 is 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

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 64 rooms and 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

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

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.

Tucked away in the vast landscapes of southern Namibia’s Karas Region lies Sandfontein, one of Africa’s largest private reserves sitting on 97,000 hectares including a 25 kilometre stretch of the Orange River. This secluded wilderness is a sanctuary of silence, sweeping desert vistas, and boundless skies – a place where nature takes centre stage and time slows down. Offering exclusive use to just one group at a time, Sandfontein provides an experience of complete privacy and immersion in the wild, accommodating up to 18 guests in total. Accommodation at Sandfontein is designed for both comfort and connection with nature. The property is exclusive use only and is comprised of the Stone Suites, the Sand Suite, and the Lost Poet Villa. Each suite features floor-to-ceiling windows, private terraces for sunrise views, and open-air “StarBeds” for sleeping beneath Namibia’s famously dark skies. The interiors blend natural materials with understated luxury, allowing the surrounding wilderness to remain the true focal point. The Lost Poet Villa, set apart on a rocky ridge, offers space for up to eight guests, complete with a 15m pool and generous outdoor living areas – perfect for groups or families seeking a private retreat.

https://www.sandfontein.com/

A collection of remote properties in Zambia 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, founder 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. With each destination comes the ultimate castaway escape into wilderness, perfect for travellers who want to escape into the wild, have adventures and connect with nature and new cultures without compromising on luxury comfort.

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

Founded and run by Kenyans Tanya and Mikey Carr-Hartley, The Safari Collection owns and operates a collection of four boutique luxury properties in Kenya’s finest locations and specialises in bespoke East African itineraries. From the beautiful surroundings at Giraffe Manor and The Retreat in Nairobi, the Maasai culture and density of wildlife at Sala’s Camp in the Maasai Mara, the rugged landscape and stunning views of Mount Kenya at Solio Lodge, to the breathtaking views across the arid land at Sasaab in the Samburu, each lodge has been selected for their individuality, and together, represent the best of what Kenya has to offer. 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 

www.thesafaricollection.com 

The PuLi Hotel Group is a boutique hotel management company focused on the ‘urban resort’ philosophy – encompassing the energy and convenience of city living with the sense of retreat, attention to detail and guest intimacy of a resort. The PuLi Hotel Group aims to create handcrafted luxury experiences rooted deeply in local context, authenticity and understated design. The PuLi in Shanghai is marked as the groups debut, with The PuXuan continuing its legacy of refined minimalism, cultural resonance, and wellness-driven design. Each hotel is a destination within a destination – a haven that allows guests to experience the vibrancy of the city while retreating into a world of calm sophistication and bespoke service.

Located in the heart of Jing’an District beside Jing’an Park, The PuLi Hotel and Spa is Shanghai’s first ‘urban resort’ blending the energy of the city with the calm of a private retreat. The 26-storey hotel offers 193 rooms, including 36 suites, featuring elegant contemporary design with Chinese craftsmanship. Featuring a world-class spa including a 25 metre infinity pool, gym and sauna as well as the Michelin-starred Phenix Eatery & Bar and a beautiful garden terrace. Guests enjoy 24hr butler service, all-day refreshments and the best views of the city’s skyline. The PuLi delivers personalised service and a sense of serenity rarely found in the city’s centre.

Overlooking the Forbidden City at 1 Wangfujing Street, The PuXuan Hotel and Spa captures Beijing’s cultural heritage through a contemporary architectural lens. Opened in 2019, it offers 116 rooms and suites designed by Ole Scheeren, combining modern elegance with traditional influences. Guests can rejuvenate at the world-class spa, featuring exclusive Guerlain and Cha Ling treatments, and savour world-class dining at Fu Chun Ju (Michelin-starred Cantonese) or Rive Gauche (modern French). The PuXuan offers refined simplicity and cultural authenticity at the heart of China’s capital.

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

Set on the unspoiled ivory sands of the Riviera Maya, on what is considered the most beautiful stretch of beach on Mexico’s Caribbean coast, Hotel Esencia continues to build on its reputation as one of the most chic and discreet hotels in the world. Originally built as the 50-acre private holiday home of an Italian duchess, the property represents a benchmark for exclusivity and privacy in the region, offering a rare sense of seclusion within a refined tropical setting. The hotel features 42 suites and three villas, alongside dining concepts spanning Mexican, Mediterranean and Japanese influences, and a spa rooted in modern wellbeing and Mayan traditions.

 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. https://www.sandylane.com/

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, and Casa Cavada – a spectacular super-villa offering that launched in May 2024. With the archipelago sleeping a total of 32 guests, each casita is built to feel like its own private sanctuary embraced by the island’s lush tropical forest and offering awe-inspiring ocean views. The all-inclusive resort is a serene base from which guests can undertake thrilling marine safaris and immersive natural experiences by both land and sea, including snorkelling and diving amidst the aquatic wonders of the Gulf and exploring the biodiversity of Coiba National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site on unforgettable hiking excursions. Islas Secas offers highly unique, front-row viewing of the Humpback Whale migration from feeding areas off Antarctica and Chile with best practice boat trips available to those interested in getting a closer look at this magnificent species in its natural habitat – undoubtedly one for the bucket list.

islassecas.com