Turkey is a real melting pot of colours, flavours and cultural experiences. It used to have a reputation of cheap package holidays but it is no longer the case. Turkey has re-defined the luxury holiday and took it to the new level. We suggest a great mix of city and beach destinations in this beautiful country […]
Oberoi Hotels & Resorts have been voted this year as the World’s Best Hotel Brand by readers of Travel + Leisure magazine. The award is a result of a reader’s survey, led by the publication. Travel + Leisure’s ‘World’s Best Awards’ are amongst the most prestigious in the international travel industry, as it is the readers […]
Suite name: Three Bedroom Villa, The Club at The Legian Location: Bali, Indonesia Size of accommodation: 730 sq m (villa and garden) Cost per night: IDR 50,000,000 What makes it special: A unique and expansive 739 square metre three-bedroom pool villa with a spectacular master bedroom and a 10-metre lap pool shaded by fragrant temple flower trees. Seminyak is one […]
Rajasthan, often referred to as India’s most colourful state, is home to some of Asia’s most luxurious rooms and suites. Rajasthan’s luxury hotels are typically inspired by the regions rich royal heritage, evoking an atmosphere of kings, princesses and fairy-tales. Wonder at the mesmerizing Taj Mahal in Agra, stare into the shimmering waters of Lake […]
Suite name: Imperial Suite, Marbella Club Hotel, Golf Resort & Spa Location: Marbella, Spain Size of accommodation: 125 sq m Cost per night: 2,200€ – 3,500€ depending on season, depending on the season Who’s stayed there: This suite is the top choice for the hotel’s most discerning guests, honeymoon couples and, of course celebrities, but they value guests’ privacy highly and […]
Fancourt, one of South Africa’s top resorts, idyllically situated on the famous “Garden Route”, is the perfect setting for a heavenly honeymoon, especially when combined with a few days in Cape Town. It is just a short flight or a scenic drive from the Mother city to the historic town of George – and Fancourt […]
For those looking for a back-to-basics retreat, The Naka Island, Phuket combines luxury and nature for a true escape. Guests reach the private island resort via speedboat, and a range of recreational and cultural activities are available on the tiny island for a personal and indigenous experience. The freshwater pool offers an area to swim […]
Northern hemisphere guests wishing to celebrate a white Christmas without the cold weather, sleet and snow are guaranteed a delightful twist to the festive season on the white sands of tropical &Beyond Mnemba Island, situated off the coast of Zanzibar. While the island’s coral sands are as pure and soft as driven snow, the traditional Christmas […]
Suite name: The Hadiprana Villa, The Chedi Tanah Gajah Ubud, Bali Location: Bali, Indonesia Size of accommodation: 550 sq m (villa and garden) Cost per night: IDR 11,500,000 What makes it special: Tanah Gajah’s founder and owner, Hendra Hadiprana originally built this one-of-a-kind twobedroom estate as the master accommodations for him and his wife and features some of the finest […]
This month we had one of our most relaxing breaks in a long time, enjoying an 11-day stay at the Domes of Elounda on the eastern side of the biggest of the Greek islands, Crete. Arriving quite late in the evening, we were welcomed to the resort with a complimentary drink at the Grand Domes Lobby […]
Children staying at Cottar’s 1920s luxury safari camp in the Maasai Mara are being invited to join in a Maasai warrior session which includes fun-learning on how to make fire, spear throwing, bow and arrow practice and other activities incorporating the fascinating culture of the Maasai people. The activities are organised by Cottar’s own Maasai […]
In Central America there are so many luxuries awaiting your discovery. Here we’ve selected 10 of the best remote luxury escapes to be found across the region, from a boutique hotel in Costa Rica – possibly all too often overlooked by luxury travellers as a budget destination – to a world class resort in Belize, […]
Jaipur is the capital city of Rajasthan, a northern state of India. It is affectionately known as the “Pink City”, as the walls of Jaipur’s historic City Palace are washed in a vibrant salmon hue. The pink colour was used to create an impression of red sandstone Mughal buildings, and was repainted in 1876 during […]
The British weather can be so unpredictable, just as we thought summer would never arrive, this month’s glorious sunshine has got us all in the holiday mood. However, as we know only too well, this can be quickly dampened by howling winds and sharp showers leaving many of us wishing we had booked that luxury […]
Luxury golf estates are quite a common sight in South Africa. Known for it’s majestic landscapes and beautiful wildlife, South Africa has a lot going for it in terms of creating the perfect scenic golf course. It is no wonder that this country has delivered their fair share of golfing legends like Gary Player, Ernie […]
This pool and pool bar can be found at the Four Seasons Kuda Huraa in the Maldives, located on its own private island. You arrive at the airport and get whisked away to the hotel on the Four Seasons’ boat; the resort features a variety of accommodation including over-water bungalows (very “Maldives postcard”) and beautiful […]
