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Luxury is out, bespoke luxury is in. You’ll want to look beyond simply a five star hotel and first class flights; curation comes with the simplest of detail such as reducing wasted time queuing in airports to securing exclusive use of a highly sought-after hideaway – planning your precious leisure time to perfection is our greatest pleasure and it’s the skills of our curators that turn a trip from mediocre to down-right marvellous. A bespoke approach is a prerequisite for travelling better in a new world – when it’s more personal, it’s more pleasurable.
CARE
From health-enhancing experiences, spirit-lifting exercise in the open air and safe escapes for quality time with your nearest and dearest, our holidays have been curated with the diligence and careful attention to detail required when it comes to your care. We aim to minimise your time in queues and crowds, travelling with privacy, space, security and exclusivity. Uncover the safest destinations with no entry restrictions or quarantine requirements and accommodations leading the way in new initiatives for travellers who may be more cautious.
THERE IS A COMMON PURPOSE AT THE HEART OF WHAT WE DO
The human touch
It’s about how we make people feel As you re-enter the world, it’s people who will make the real difference. We want you to feel special, to bring joy to the conversations we might have. You won’t find us distracted handling multiple chats at once or in a rush to move on to the next booking – perfection cannot be hurried and we give you our undivided attention. We want you to feel secure, safe in the knowledge that your health and well-being has been carefully considered and taken care of. We are open, honest, transparent and empathetic, above all, we bring the most important and valuable element to your experience – the human touch. Whatever your journey; to feel more calm and relaxed, to cement closer bonds with loved ones you’ve missed, to open up your mind to
new cultures, to challenge yourself or have a hands-on positive impact on the planet and communities you visit – our belief is your time should be spent on the right experiences and our purpose is to design your days away to feel richer and happier. A dedicated, personal travel expert will own and manage your holiday from initial enquiry through to you returning home. This means they have a wealth of knowledge and contacts on any single booking, remaining accessible and available when you need them. Negotiating and liaising with partners on your behalf, our experts are highly attuned and empathetic to your needs. They go beyond to ensure your trip is meaningful and memorable. Feel safe. Feel special.
Making travel less complex
Seamless travel
IN A MORE COMPLEX WORLD
For those who are itching to escape as soon as possible, there are limitations on where you can go, an avalanche of information and new guidelines, and not enough time to research the mind boggling number of variations. What’s more, with talk of electrostatic sprayers, ultraviolet light technology and touch-less check-ins at hotels; to social distancing, temperature checks and compulsory face coverings in airports, there’ll undoubtedly be a change in the way we think, act and venture back into the wider world. Our aim is to make your journeys less complex and more seamless in a world where travel comes with extra considerations. We are well-versed in planning trips with multiple, moving parts; facilitating demands of privacy and exclusivity, as well as the behind-the-scenes legwork to
co-ordinate a smooth end-to-end experience. In this new climate, our insight and expertise, creativity and imagination, accompanied by our close network of facilitators and connectors will open up your mind to awe-inspiring possibilities and ensure you travel better.
Our aim is to make your journeys less complex and more seamless in a world where travel comes with extra considerations.
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When travel restrictions lift creating a window of opportunity, or you suddenly find a gap in your diary, last minute time away often means you haven’t had a moment to plan where to spend it. Luckily for you, at Carrier impulse escapes are our forte, leaving you free of all the research and planning responsibilities. Spontaneity doesn’t mean forgoing the things most important to you or compromising on an incredible experience. Whether you’re thinking to leave in seven days or seven hours, with us it’s not about finding a reduced deal and accepting what’s left; we’ll facilitate the same extraordinary opportunities and bespoke service that some can only pull off with months of preparation. If you do turn to Google, don’t be disheartened with an endless lack of availability, deals for flights with unsociable travel times and rooms that others had rejected; booking last minute doesn’t have to mean missing out on the very best suites and seats on the plane. We don’t solely rely on technology for availability because we have something better: leveraging our intimate relationships and connections to negotiate on your behalf. We use our skills and mastery to navigate
complicated airline systems and speak one-on-one with our suppliers, often securing hotel rooms and suites where others can’t. And if availability is an issue, we’re determined to be creative and resourceful in finding you a surprising alternative. For any concerns about travelling during COVID-19, we’ll do everything in our power to reassure you. Count on us to decipher the changing updates and understand what that means for you; we’ll use our inside knowledge to advise on which countries are safest to travel to and their entry requirements or quarantine restrictions, meaning all you need to do is focus on getting that suitcase packed. You can also rest assured knowing that if Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office advice changes at short notice before you depart, you can still cancel with a full refund. Or if UK quarantine restrictions are imposed while you’re away, we’re on hand to facilitate a speedy return home should you require it. So what are you waiting for? Embrace your spontaneous side and put on that out of office.
Private journey‌ FOR ABSOLUTE COMFORT, COMPLETE PRIVACY
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As airports and airlines start to share the steps they are taking to make fliers feel comfortable again, Carrier already facilitate more private pathways to get clients to where they need to be. From private jets, security fast-track and private check-in, to your own departure lounge and the option to board first or last, we work closely with exclusive airport service providers around the globe to enhance your safety and minimise your journey time. PREMIUM CLASS TRAVEL
In-flight services may not offer the usual experience but premium travel is likely to become more valuable than ever. The added privacy and roomier spaces of flying business or first class can provide the reassurance to those clients wishing to keep a safe distance from others.
Alongside dedicated check-in and lounges, faster security processes and home-to-hotel luggage delivery options all provide for an easier and more enjoyable experience away from the crowds. PRIVATE JETS
If you don’t want to plan around a flight, we can plan a flight around you. Travelling by private jet offers more flexibility with a boutique service, getting you where you need to be in absolute comfort, complete privacy and considerable style. You can fly from smaller, local airports; you are not required to enter main terminals of airports or arrive hours before your flight. These are escapes that take you from door to door.
ENHANCED AIRPORT EXPERIENCE
Eliminate air travel stress by having a security-cleared, personal agent coordinate your movements and whisk you through the airport.
A service that very few people in the world are aware of... You can now have a ‘private jet experience’ even with a commercial flight, with your own lounge and check-in, security fast-track and more. You can bypass the commercial terminal routes and crowds – and with discretion guaranteed, this is the only way to ensure complete privacy and luxury.
Book with confidence
Trust
MEANS EVERYTHING
We know you have choices and may be more cautious about who you trust with your future travels. The spirit of our culture – to ‘look beyond’ and ‘it’s about how we make people feel’ – has been evident during this pandemic and this energy and empathy continues. Current circumstances have certainly exposed the value of human connection in travel and the benefits of a personalised and attentive approach. Our long standing history of operational and service excellence has earned us the trust of our industry partners who have voted us ‘Best Luxury Tour Operator’ for the last three years and ‘Luxury Team of the Year’ in 2019.
Our commitment to uncompromising excellence amidst these uncertain times was also recently recognised by Which?. The independent consumer body championing the cause for consumers, listed Carrier as one of the specialist and smaller holiday firms who is leading the way during COVID-19, abiding by the law and looking after customer interests. We don’t take your trust lightly, nor do we ever downplay the significance of our diligence and careful attention to detail when it comes to your care – you can count on us to guide you to travelling once more.
Flexibility Complete customisation
DESIGNED AROUND YOU
We have always offered complete customisation and this includes flexibility with our terms and conditions. While bookings come with the necessary legal small print, in practice we don’t hold clients to standard terms and conditions; offering flexibility with deposits and balance payments or due dates. Financially protecting our clients is a priority, and wherever possible we allow you to amend or cancel free of charge based on an agreed balance due date. Each booking is unique and bespoke and we offer a one-to-one personal service, tailoring terms and conditions to suit the individual wherever we can.
BLUE SKIES AHEAD Last-minute options and winter sun holidays for the coming months
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A Peloponnese playground The Westin Resort – Costa Navarino, Greece
ULTRA-TRAVEL EXPERIENCE
A Sicilian sanctuary Verdura Resort – A Rocco Forte Hotel – Sicily, Italy Puglian privacy Borgo Egnazia – Puglia, Italy
High-style meets slow-living Mandarin Oriental, Canouan – The Grenadines Boho-beauty on St Barths Hotel Le Toiny – St Barths Caribbean castaway Jumby Bay Island – Antigua
Festivities between the Pitons Sugar Beach, A Viceroy Resort – St Lucia
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A pocket of privacy Sandy Lane – Barbados
Fool proof for foodie families Le Chabichou – Courchevel, France
At home on Little England Coral Reef Club – Barbados
Spring into the ski season Le Chardon Mountain Lodges – Val d’Isere, France
Villa living on Mustique Opium – The Grenadines
Benefits of booking boutique Kristiania – Lech, Austria
INDIAN OCEAN High polish, low fuss Gili Lankanfushi – Maldives
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A Peloponnese playground
Untouched by mass tourism lies this unspoilt address in Greece Enjoying a privileged position on the Ionian Sea coastline in Greece’s south west Peloponnese is The Westin Resort Costa Navarino. For those craving a change in scenery and to embrace a different way of life, the philosophy here is driven by a genuine desire to promote Messinia, while protecting and preserving not only its natural beauty, but also a remarkable cultural heritage spanning 4,500 years. Enriching experiences you can share with locals include olive harvesting and traditional Messinian cooking with local women who reveal family recipes passed down from mother to daughter. Curated with health and well-being in mind, your journey begins with a private airport experience. Avoiding the main terminals, crowds and queues, arrive directly at your very own lounge before passing through your personal check-in and security processes. Unwind with complimentary refreshments while you await boarding. You’ll then be driven
across the tarmac to the aircraft. On arrival a helicopter transfer will deliver you to the resort. Having reopened this summer with enhanced protocols, you’ll have open-air spaces and a private infinity pool with views of the sprawling gardens. Central to resort life is the Agora village square with Greek amphitheatre and al fresco cinema. There are up to 21 restaurants, cafes and lounge bar options; while a private dining experience, a barbecue on the beach, or a farm-to-table expedition can all be arranged. Families will find countless ways to explore and play. Two children hubs, the Aqua Park, an indoor sports arena, speed experience park, diving and snorkelling, an expansive Racquet Academy, two multi-awarded signature golf courses – the list goes on.
A Peloponnese playground
Your bespoke package includes... 7 nights at The Westin Resort Costa Navarino in an Infinity Suite with private pool and garden view Bed and breakfast basis EUR200 resort credit for use at the bars and restaurants EUR50 resort credit for therapies and treatments at the spa Return Club Europe flights from London Heathrow with British Airways Private airport experience at London Heathrow Meet and assist service at Athens Airport Return private helicopter transfers
From ÂŁ28,430 per family of 4 Based on 2 adults and 2 children sharing
Price based on departure 17 October 2020
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ROCCO FORTE HOTELS’ FIRST RESORT STYLE PROPERTY HAS AN ABUNDANCE OF SPACE, MEANING YOU’LL ALWAYS EXPERIENCE A NATURAL FORM OF SOCIAL DISTANCING HERE
A Sicilian sanctuary
Best of both: go slow days to more energetic pursuits The three-generation holiday is on the rise. After time apart, top of the list for many is a family holiday for all. For us, Verdura Resort – A Rocco Forte Hotel is an obvious choice. It’s surrounded by its own vegetable garden, orange and olive groves and nearly two kilometres of private Mediterranean coastline. But above all, it’s a place where you’ll discover an outstanding level of service. Rocco Forte have implemented their own rigorous protocol, going above and beyond what is internationally required. Curated with health and well-being in mind, your journey begins with a private airport experience. Avoiding the main terminals, crowds and queues, arrive directly at your very own lounge before passing through your personal check-in and security processes. Unwind with complimentary refreshments while you await boarding. You’ll then be driven across the tarmac to the aircraft.
Following a private transfer to the resort, you can expect welcome champagne and a jet lag reviver treatment for two at the spa. Akin to a private apartment, the Grand Suites are exquisitely appointed. Complete with kitchenette, dining and lounging areas with hammocks on a sea-facing double terrace, long leisurely days can be spent without the need to leave the suite at all. However, those who do, won’t be left disappointed. Head to the golf, water sports and tennis clubs. Or perhaps learn a new skill at fencing, karate, bachata dancing and mixology classes, to name just a few. The list of activities in the area is equally lengthy and includes everything from sailing alongside the wild Torre Salsa Nature Reserve or exploring by horseback, to taking off on a helicopter tour over Mount Etna or discovering the island from behind the wheel of a Porsche 718 Boxster.
Your bespoke package includes...
A Sicilian sanctuary
7 nights at Verdura Resort – A Rocco Forte Hotel in a Grand Suite Bed and breakfast basis Return Club Europe flights from London Heathrow with British Airways Private airport experience at London Heathrow Meet and greet service at Palermo Airport Return private car transfers
From ÂŁ17,850 per family of 4 Based on 2 adults and 2 children sharing
Price based on departure 24 October 2020
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Puglian privacy
An authentic Italian escape to a village of fairy-tale dreams Surrounded by olive groves within vast grounds along the Puglian coast, Borgo Egnazia is, in our opinion, one of the prettiest places to stay in all of Italy. Built in the style of a traditional village (borgo), this whitewashed haven is a maze of paved alleyways reminiscent of a bygone era that open up to a masseria, central piazza and even a bell-towered church. There’s no doubt that this luxurious resort will offer an experience like nowhere else. Curated with your health and well-being in mind, your journey begins with a private airport experience. Arrive directly at your very own lounge before passing through your personal check-in and security processes. Unwind with complimentary refreshments in the privacy of your lounge while you await boarding. You’ll then be driven across the tarmac to the aircraft. On arrival, you’ll transfer to Borgo Egnazia with a personal driver. In resort, you will be guaranteed maximum space and seclusion to connect with loved ones; your home for the next week will be Villa Bella, a three-story limestone townhouse offering three
bedrooms, private swimming pool and a quiet Mediterranean garden overflowing with Indian figs and scented bougainvillea. A local advisor will be dedicated to you for the duration of the stay. With a wealth of knowledge on the surrounding area, they will take care of everything for you from check-in to check-out, including restaurant reservations and booking activities and tours for you to enjoy. Don’t be afraid to leave the sanctity of your private accommodation. The resort is doing everything they can to uphold exceptional hygiene standards and ensure the safety of guests. Get out to explore and you’ll be spoilt for choice with the resort’s three outdoor pools, dreamy VAIR spa, private beach and delicious dining options; from wood-fired pizzas at the poolside restaurant to Michelin-starred fare at Due Camini. Take the time to stroll through the narrow streets to discover hidden shops stocked full of unique items for you to take home and treasure. You can even learn how to create some of the most famous dishes of the region at the Trattoria Mia Cucina cookery school – this is a place that truly caters for all passions.
Your bespoke package includes...
Puglian privacy
7 nights at Borgo Egnazia in Villa Bella – a three-bedroom villa with pool Half board basis Return Club Europe flights from London Heathrow with British Airways Private airport experience at London Heathrow Meet and assist service at Bari Airport Return private car transfers
From ÂŁ29,850 per group Based on 6 adults sharing
Price based on departure 03 October 2020
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High-style meets slow-living
Swap snow for sun and sand this Christmas For those who dream of replacing the festive rush and grey clouds for a week or two under brighter, bluer skies, living a slower pace of life – it’s easy to understand Canouan’s appeal. At just five square miles, the island’s natural beauty creates a level of escapism difficult to find elsewhere. Golf carts replace cars, hummingbirds flit between lush foliage, while rays, eels, and fish teem through the reefs. With a superyacht marina and a glossy bay, this is fast becoming the next “it” destination in the Caribbean. And when so much of your contact and conversation has been virtual in recent months, Mandarin Oriental, Canouan is just the place to take time together offline and indulge in the greatest luxury of all: making memories with your loved ones. Your journey begins as you travel by private jet from London. Instead of endless queuing and crowds, you’ll arrive just 15 minutes before your flight to a private terminal and wait the short time in your
own departure lounge. Once on board, you’ll have the whole aircraft to yourself as you enjoy spacious luxury seats, bespoke refreshments and entertainment. Toast your arrival in Canouan with a negroni before being delivered to your home for the week: a two-bedroom villa. This elegant residence offers stylish indoor/ outdoor living, effortlessly flowing between patio, covered living areas and the private pool deck. Perched at the top of the hillside, the views of Godhal Bay alone make the trip worth it. You won’t be leaving all of the festivities at home; get into the spirit with a performance by the local choir, gather the little ones on Christmas morning to meet Santa on the beach and expect fabulous culinary happenings throughout. If you time your stay right, you can be part of a momentous and memorable event – releasing Hawksbill turtles from the care of their sanctuary back into the wild.
High-style meets slow-living
Your bespoke package includes... 10 nights at Mandarin Oriental, Canouan in a Two-bedroom Patio Villa with Studio Bed and breakfast basis Return private jet flights from London to Canouan Return private car transfers
From ÂŁ285,640 per family of 4 Based on 4 people sharing
Price based on departure 23 December 2020
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FRENCH WRITER, TRISTAN BERNARD PENNED, “REAL LAZINESS IS GETTING UP AT SIX IN THE MORNING TO TAKE LONGER TO DO NOTHING”, AND THIS IS THE KIND OF MOOD TO EXPECT AT LE TOINY IN ST BARTHS
Boho-beauty on St Barths
The peak season choice for blissful refuge A jet set, cosmopolitan crowd head to St Barths in the months of January and February to be part of the stylish and glamorous lifestyle. But hidden away on its own side of the island is Le Toiny, a Relais & Châteaux property attracting a particular type of guest – those who care less about Instagram posts, more about isolated peace. From plumped up sunbeds on the shore to hammocks strung up in the palm grove; from one-to-one sunrise yoga instruction to private heated infinity pools with panoramic sea views – this is the perfect resting spot for mind, body and soul. What’s more, this year it’s been transformed to ensure more privacy and space, alongside enhanced safety measures meaning your health and well-being are all taken care of. Curated with additional care, your journey begins with a private airport experience in London. Avoiding the main terminals, crowds and queues, arrive directly at your very own lounge before passing through your personal check-in and security processes. Unwind with complimentary
refreshments, before being driven directly to your aircraft to take your premium class seats. Arriving in Antigua, you’ll transfer in style by private charter to St Barths for a seamless and premium onward journey with Tradewind Aviation. There are just 14 secluded suites at Le Toiny and these rooms are simply gorgeous – less fussy, more fresh, with oversized everything. There’ll be little incentive to leave, until you’re lured away by the open-air Restaurant Le Gaïac (an island hotspot) and a scene at dinner and Sunday brunch that rivals the ocean vistas from your room. If you’re feeling active there are water sports aplenty and the healing powers of the ocean can provide significant physiological and health benefits for when you return. There are numerous ways to explore St Barths from the deck of a boat to the seat of a scooter, and hikers will be in for quite a treat. This is a boho-beautiful, toes-in-the-sand, long-lunches kind of holiday where intimacy, exclusivity, rejuvenation and relaxation will characterize your stay.
Your bespoke package includes...
Boho-beauty on St Barths
7 nights at Le Toiny in a Signature Suite Bed and breakfast basis Return Club World flights from London Gatwick to Antigua with British Airways Private airport experience at London Gatwick Private charter from Antigua to St Barths with Tradewind Aviation Return private car transfers
From ÂŁ18,580 per person Based on 2 adults sharing
Price based on departure 13 January 2021
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KICK OFF YOUR SHOES AND SINK YOUR TOES INTO THE SANDY SHORES OF THIS HIDEAWAY; HERE ON JUMBY BAY ISLAND EVERYTHING IS INCLUDED FOR THE MOST CAREFREE OF STAYS
Caribbean castaway
Find a refuge of relaxation amid swaying palm trees Turning the standards of private island living into an art form, the 300-acre retreat of Jumby Bay Island has always prided itself on offering guests space, seclusion and solitude, and it’s easy to spend an idyllic day here without seeing another soul. From the moment you touch down in Antigua you’ll feel instantly at ease; in just two miles and less than ten minutes you will be settled on your island home at one of the most desirable, all-inclusive retreats in the Caribbean. Curated with your health and well-being in mind, your journey begins with a private airport experience. Avoiding the main terminals, crowds and queues, arrive directly at your very own lounge before passing through your personal check-in and security processes. Unwind with complimentary refreshments, before being driven across the tarmac to the aircraft. On arrival at Jumby Bay Island, you’ll be settled into your Estate Suite; the most
expansive of the one-bedroom options, you’ll find spacious outdoor living areas and your very own pool – the perfect spot to soak up the sun in blissful solitude. Get in some serious R&R in a hammock by the infinity pool or in the therapeutic spa. Or if you’re feeling more active, explore the protected shoreline by bike, take to the water snorkelling and kayaking, or play a game of croquet or tennis. For laid-back eats, head for The Veranda, the Beach Shack with its West Indian street food or the Pool Grille and dine à la carte. There’s also classic fine dining suffused with modern island flavours at the classy Estate House. Plump for a Pasture Beach picnic; select your menu and be met by staff in a secluded spot where you’ll find beach blankets and cushions – you need not move for hours.
Your bespoke package includes...
Caribbean castaway
7 nights stay at Jumby Bay Island in an Estate Suite All-inclusive basis, including watersports, leisure activities and use of resort facilities USD300 spa credit per suite Return Club World flights from London Gatwick with British Airways Private airport experience at London Gatwick Meet and assist service at Antigua Airport Return private car and ferry transfers
From ÂŁ20,465 per person Based on 2 adults sharing
Price based on departure 04 December 2020
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Festivities between the Pitons
Whisk away the family for a little Caribbean eye candy Set against a backdrop of pristine rainforest within an UNESCO World Heritage Site, Sugar Beach, A Viceroy Resort is the jewel in St Lucia’s crown. Total tranquillity and zero-strain living are requisites at the Beachfront Collection; here, families will have access to the plethora of amenities on offer at the resort while enjoying the luxury of private living. Curated with your health and well-being in mind, your journey begins with a private airport experience. Avoiding the main terminals, crowds and queues, arrive directly at your very own lounge before passing through your personal check-in and security processes. Unwind with complimentary refreshments, before being driven across the tarmac to the aircraft. At Sugar Beach, A Viceroy Resort you’ll be checked in to your accommodation. An indoor/outdoor paradise, your home for the week is a three bedroom residence, part of the esteemed Beachfront Collection. As well as a fully-kitted kitchen, expansive sun terraces, reflective infinity pools and
maximum privacy, you’ll benefit from butler service, private access to Glenconner Beach and priority reservations for all water sport experiences. St Lucia is an outdoor adventure destination; after months of being cooped up indoors, try something exhilarating in the form of 4x4 dune riding and zip wiring, or climb Gros Piton through the jungle terrain with one of the resort guides for arguably the best view in the Caribbean. Grown-ups will love the Rainforest Spa, which harnesses the nourishing ingredients of nearby volcanic springs at the base of Petit Piton. While for younger guests, there’s a complimentary programme of supervised activities including treasure hunts and water sports, as well as a Sailing Club where they can learn all the basics aboard a fleet of Laser Pico sailboats. There’s a trio of restaurants to choose from or you can opt for Viceroy’s ‘dine anywhere, anytime’ service at a location of your choosing at the resort.
Festivities between the Pitons
Your bespoke package includes... 7 nights at Sugar Beach, A Viceroy Resort in a Three Bedroom Ocean View Residence Bed and breakfast basis Return Club World flights from London Gatwick with British Airways Private airport experience at London Gatwick Meet and assist service at St Lucia Airport Return private car transfers
From ÂŁ82,060 per family of 6 Based on 2 adults and 4 children sharing
Price based on departure 21 December 2020
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Three words… sumptuous, stately, secluded For those who are ultra-private, let us introduce you to The Villa, located in the heart of the Sandy Lane resort and set within its own beautiful gardens. This impressive Palladian building and exceptional five-bedroom private home affords complete seclusion and utter luxury to catch up with those you’ve missed most. A full team of dedicated staff are at your beck and call – share stories and missed milestones over a customised menu prepared by your resident chef in the garden gazebo, while your butler prepares some healthy competition with an intimate yet demanding round of golf. Curated with your health and well-being in mind, your journey begins with a private airport experience. Avoiding the main terminals and queues, arrive directly at your very own lounge before passing through your personal check-in and security processes. Unwind with complimentary refreshments, before being driven directly to the aircraft to take your First class seats. On arrival in Barbados
airport you’ll avoid the crowds bypassing the main terminal all together, before your concierge drives you in style to the most sought-after address on the island. You’ll enter via a private entrance, cocooned by beautifully manicured tropical gardens and cool coral stone walls. Unwind by your own pool or in the oversized Jacuzzi, work-out in the personal fitness room, and enjoy the home entertainment system and fully-stocked bar. You’ll also have private access to the beach, where every guest is allocated their own personal spot. All the renowned facilities at Sandy Lane are at your disposal and staying in The Villa will take your holiday up a notch. If you’re able to tear yourself away, we can grant you behind-the-scenes access to the world’s top rum distillers and blenders, or arrange a catamaran cruise to the latest cool hangout where DJ vibes compliment food served straight from the sea and Rosé is served by the magnum.
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A pocket of privacy
7 nights at Sandy Lane in a The Villa Bed and breakfast basis, including: non-alcoholic beverages, daily in-villa afternoon tea and one family Sunday brunch Dedicated service team including: butler, housekeeper, chef and security Daily green fees at The Country Club or The Old Nine USD100 spa credit per adult Return First class flights from London Heathrow with British Airways Private airport experience at London Heathrow Meet and assist service at Barbados Airport Return private car transfers
From ÂŁ151,000 per group Based on 10 people sharing
Price based on departure 16 June 2021
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ESCAPE THE DAILY GRIND TO AN IDEAL SETTING FOR COUPLES LOOKING TO RELAX IN OLD WORLD STYLE
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Seek out a little respite in resplendent luxury Cocooned in 12 acres of glorious landscaped gardens in historic Holetown, the gentle pace of this family owned-and-run resort is testament to its English charm and classic style. Coral Reef Club is one of the more spacious boutique hotels on Barbados and its mood is that of a country house in the Caribbean. This getaway offers you the chance to be one of the first to board the new London Heathrow to Barbados route with British Airways for a delightful pre-Christmas stay. Curated with your safety and well-being in mind, your journey begins with a private airport experience. Avoiding the main terminals, crowds and queues, arrive directly at your very own lounge before passing through your personal check-in and security processes. Unwind with complimentary refreshments, before being driven across the tarmac to the aircraft. You’ll transfer on arrival in Barbados to Coral Reef Club where you will be checked in to your Luxury Cottage Suite.
With lots of space to enjoy, it comes with a private plunge pool for cool dips in the privacy of your accommodation. With a real focus on health and wellness the hotel’s tropical garden spa is a blissful spot to restore balance. With waterfalls weaving throughout, it has treatment rooms with foot ritual patios, shaded cabanas around the hydro-pool and a thermal suite with a crystal steam room and experience shower. For something a little more active, spend some time on the water with complimentary watersports such as Hobie Cat and Laser sailing, kayaking, paddle boarding and snorkelling. Dinners are a formal, candlelit affair that begin with cocktails in the piano bar, before moving to the elegant waterfront restaurant. Dine on ever changing á la carte menus and new recipes created to support the local farmers.
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Your bespoke package includes... 7 nights at Coral Reef Club in a One Bedroom Luxury Cottage with private plunge pool Bed and breakfast basis Return First class flights from London Heathrow with British Airways Private airport experience at London Heathrow Meet and assist service at Barbados Airport Return private car transfers
From ÂŁ13,390 per person Based on 2 adults sharing
Price based on departure 08 May 2021
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EXCLUSIVITY AND SECLUSION AWAIT ON THE ISLAND OF MUSTIQUE – STRENGTHEN BONDS WITH 16 OF YOUR MOST CHERISHED WITH A STAY IN THIS SPRAWLING HOLIDAY HOME
Villa living on Mustique
Privacy, space and the freedom to set your own agenda Tucked away on a hillside within a natural canopy of lush vegetation, Opium villa provides ample space for the extended family to be together in a desert island setting. As luxurious as you can get, this eight bedroom villa has been beautifully decorated in a natural style, blending Balinese architecture and contemporary safari style décor. Sea views, tropical gardens, koi ponds and water features add an air of serenity to a large gathering of family and friends. Curated with your health and well-being in mind, your journey begins with a private airport experience. Avoiding the main terminals, crowds and queues, arrive directly at your very own lounge before passing through your personal check-in and security processes. Unwind with complimentary refreshments, before being driven across the tarmac to the aircraft. Upon arriving in St. Lucia you’ll board
your private charter to Mustique before transferring to your exclusive island home for the next seven nights. Spend your days lolling by the huge swimming pool, find your calm in the yoga studio and watch the sun set with a cocktail in hand from the roof tower. A staff of six cater to your every need and desire, including a butler and personal chef, who will cook up a feast for you to enjoy in your enchanting outdoor dining tent. Mustique has plenty of isolated beaches dotted all around the island, so you can be the only people enjoying a stretch of sand all day long. Make lasting memories with horseback riding, diving and snorkelling, or charter a catamaran to the Tobago Cays for a chance to spot Hawksbill turtles on the reef. By night, pop to legendary Basil’s Bar for a Hurricane David and live music.
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Villa living on Mustique
7 night exclusive use of Opium Dedicated service team including: chef, housekeeper and gardener Return Club World flights from London Gatwick to Barbados with British Airways Private airport experience at London Gatwick Meet and greet service at Barbados Airport Private charter from Barbados to Mustique Return private car transfers
From ÂŁ186,560 per group Based on 16 adults sharing
Price based on departure 10 April 2021. Food and drink can be tailored to your own preferences and are at an extra cost based on consumption.
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THE EPITOME OF BAREFOOT CHIC, EACH OF GILI LANKANFUSHI’S 45 THATCHED VILLAS STANDS ABOVE WATER. THE ‘NO SHOES, NO NEWS’ PHILOSOPHY WILL MAKE YOU FEEL MAROONED IN PARADISE
High polish, low fuss
Live out a modern-day Robinson Crusoe adventure Enforced quiet and separation in recent months has reacquainted some of us with the value of peace, while solitude has also whet our appetite for the joys of being with others. For the perfect balance of both – enjoying seclusion with a small group of those closest to you – you’d do well to consider retreating to Gili Lankanfushi in the Maldives. Opening again after a recent refurb, sustainability and community continue to be the buzz-words at this iconic rustic-luxe property. Curated with health and well-being in mind, your journey begins with a private airport experience. Avoiding the main terminals, crowds and queues, arrive directly at your very own lounge before passing through your personal check-in and security processes. Unwind with complimentary refreshments in the privacy of your lounge while you await boarding. You’ll then be driven across the tarmac to the aircraft for your First class flight to the Maldives. A private yacht transfer awaits on arrival.
Gili Lankanfushi knows just how to make new guests feel special. As well as champagne and jet lag massages at the in-villa spa, you’ll be treated to breakfast prepared by a personal chef and served on the balcony facing the sunrise on the first morning of your stay. As the largest over water villa in the world, The Private Reserve is not attached to the main resort. You’ll therefore have the option of using your own personal boat to visit the mainland or can escape from the world and remain within your fully-serviced residence. This sprawling, multi-tiered, fort of dreams is home to a private spa room, gym, cinema, infinity pool and waterslide. A dedicated chef and your Mr/Ms Friday are fully trained on new protocols and will be on hand to make your stay as comfortable as possible.
Your bespoke package includes...
High polish, low fuss
7 nights at Gili Lankanfushi in The Private Reserve – a four-bedroom over water villa Half board basis Complimentary off-shore snorkelling trip with the marine biologist Return First class flights from London Heathrow with Emirates Private airport experience at London Heathrow VIP arrival and departure service at Male Airport Return yacht transfers
From ÂŁ144,720 per group Based on 8 people sharing
Price based on departure 02 May 2021
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PLANNING IN ADVANCE WILL MEAN CONVENIENT FLIGHT TIMES TO MAXIMISE YOUR TIME ON THE SLOPES, THE FIRST PICK OF THE BEST SKI SCHOOLS, AND RESERVING THE MOST TALKED ABOUT APRÈS-SKI EATERIES
Fool proof for foodie families
Skis at the ready for mood-boosting fun on the slopes Make no mistake, Courchevel is one of the world’s premier ski resorts for good reason. Hosting oligarchs, A-list celebrities and heads of state who flock here for the five-star everything, the rest turn up for the perfectly groomed pistes and wide intermediate runs. Signalling a new era for the big hitter, Le Chabichou is shiny and refreshed following a makeover last year. Step inside and there’s a feeling of mountain-blessed timelessness; the warmth of weathered wood, family spirit, supreme comfort and discreet luxury. It’s fantastically located on the blue slope that leads to the centre of Courchevel 1850. Curated with additional care, your journey begins with a private airport experience. Avoiding the main terminals, arrive directly at your very own lounge before passing through your personal check-in and security processes. Unwind with complimentary refreshments, before being driven directly to the aircraft. On arrival you’ll transfer to the all-white double chalets that blend in with the snow-capped peaks behind them.
From dog sledding to thrilling toboggan runs, there is little that excites children more than a chance to play in the snow. For taster lessons, the ski school will cater for snow angels as young as 18 months; and then there’s the hotel kid’s club with further tailored activities. Beyond the slopes, Le Chabichou is perhaps best known for its foodie credentials as the only Relais & Châteaux hotel in resort and it’s two Michelin-starred restaurant. Our trio of top tips include booking early to nab the VIP private dining table; joining a cooking class for a privileged opportunity to enter the award-winning kitchens, and upgrading to half board which includes the option of in-room dining for more privacy. You’ll also find the largest spa in Courchevel here, located beneath the slopes and with all manner of multi-sensory treatments – take all the space and time you need, social distancing comes easy here.
Fool proof for foodie families
Your bespoke package includes... 7 nights at Le Chabichou in a Family Junior Suite Bed and breakfast basis Return Club Europe flights from London Heathrow with British Airways Private airport experience at London Heathrow Meet and assist service at Geneva Airport Return private car transfers
From ÂŁ32,380 per family of 4 Based on 2 adults and 2 children sharing
Price based on departure 20 February 2021
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YOU’LL DO WELL TO BOOK EARLY IF YOU’RE KEEN TO SECURE YOUR SPOT ON THE SLOPES – WE SUGGEST THIS FULLY-CATERED PRIVATE CHALET FOR FAMILIES LOOKING TO SPEND EASTER TOGETHER
Spring into the ski season
A quintessential ski break to snowy mountain peaks Luxury lodge and chalet living spells freedom of the most intimate and luxurious kind. For a late-season escape with longer, lighter days of skiing, gather your fun-loving family or friends and head to the pristine white slopes of this much-loved ski destination in early spring. Le Chardon Mountain Lodges can be found in the small, peaceful and private enclave of La Legettaz – a quiet elevated position above and away from the busy centre, but with easy access to the renowned skiing of Val d’Isere. Designed by skiers for skiers, this boutique collection of four luxury lodges play host to those seeking the finer things in life. Curated with your health and well-being in mind, your journey begins with a private airport experience. Avoiding the main terminals, crowds and queues, arrive directly at your very own lounge before passing through your personal check-in and security processes. Unwind with complimentary refreshments, before being driven across the tarmac to the aircraft. On
arrival, a private transfer will deliver you to Chalet Lafitenia. You can expect spacious living areas with traditional Savoyard touches, inviting open log fireplaces and outdoor hot tubs. Offering a fully-catered service, a chalet manager, private chef, concierge and chalet hosts are on hand to arrange everything from delivering your lift pass with your first breakfast, to arranging a therapist for in-chalet treatments and massages. For families with children, your holiday home comes equipped with sledges, high chairs, cots, DVDs and games. The chalet looks out in the opposite direction to the resort centre, so you’ll have breath-taking views across the remote Manchet Valley which give the feeling of being a million miles from the main resort. Yet it’s only a five minute drive away and there’s easy access to ski lifts, ski school, shopping and après ski with an 8am - 2am chauffeur service on call for getting around the resort.
Spring into the ski season
Your bespoke package includes... 7 nights exclusive use of Chalet Lafitenia – part of Le Chardon Mountain Lodges Half board including: daily breakfast; afternoon tea; champagne, canapés and dinner on 5 nights; house wines and open bar with spirits, beers and soft drinks Dedicated service team including: chalet manager, private chef, concierge and chalet hosts Return Club World flights from London Gatwick with British Airways Private airport experience at London Gatwick Meet and assist service at Geneva Airport Return private car transfers
From £71,520 per group Based on 10 adults sharing
Price based on departure 04 April 2021
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ONLY OPENING 15 OF ITS USUAL 30 SUITES THIS SEASON, HEAD OUT TO KRISTIANIA FOR A SKI BREAK MORE EXCLUSIVE THAN EVER BEFORE
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Skiing and private house intimacy in Lech Austrian skiing tradition is enshrined in this renowned hotel, established by Olympic ski medallist Othmar Schneider. What already feels more like staying at a friend’s residence than a hotel, for the 2020/21 season, Kristiania Lech will be operating a private house concept. With no access to outside visitors, this member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World will be running an intimate club with no more than 35 guests at any one time. Taking service to another level, you can be sure Kristiania’s unique signature butler services remain – from the ski valet making sure you have everything on the slopes and the bath butler preparing a muscle-soothing soak after a long day of skiing, to the reading butler who will source your favourite books ahead of your arrival and the leisure time consultant guaranteeing every minute here is pure bliss. Curated with your health and well-being in mind, your journey begins with a private airport experience. Avoiding the main terminals, crowds and queues, arrive directly at your very own lounge before
passing through your personal check-in and security processes. Unwind with complimentary refreshments, before being driven across the tarmac to the aircraft. On arrival, a private transfer will deliver you to the boutique hotel and your home for the week. Original pieces of art are a huge part of the décor around the property – all of which is chosen by the hotel’s dynamic owner. Your stay is fully catered to include breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea and dinner, so you can take all meals at the hotel without having to brave other restaurants if you prefer. Some of our favourite non-skiing experiences include cinema under the stars, a Moroccan picnic in the snow, wine and cheese tastings, and deer watching from the hotel. But for the ultimate private ski experience, choose to go heli-skiing at the two locations in Austria where the bucket-list activity is permitted. A thrilling adrenaline-filled experience suitable for good intermediate skiers and above, travel by helicopter to make fresh tracks on otherwise inaccessible ski areas of untouched snow.
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7 nights at Kristiania Lech in a Junior Suite All-inclusive basis including: breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, aperitivo, dinner, digestivo, all beverages, VIP service at Strolz ski hire, personal ski equipment lockers and snow van shuttle service Return Club Europe flights from London Heathrow with British Airways Private airport experience at London Heathrow Meet and assist service at Zurich Airport Return private car transfers
From ÂŁ8,630 per person Based on 2 adults sharing
Price based on departure 19 March 2021
Supporting Re-engage
Bringing people together BECAUSE A GOOD CHAT MEANS THE WORLD
As communities and brands came together (many luxury brands have been making face masks for the NHS or hand sanitiser for care homes) without manufacturing facilities we wanted to pursue ways we could support our communities through this pandemic and in doing so discovered a wonderful opportunity and cause.
struggling to cope with demand (with over 2,000 applications from volunteers received since the start of the COVID-19 crisis), so rather than sit back and wait, members of our team are now helping with applications and have been recruited and trained to actually conduct interviews to clear the backlog of applications.
As a human business, with people who thrive off conversation and who have inspirational stories to tell about the world, we partnered with Re-engage, a charity who needed call companions for those aged over 75 who were isolating and feeling lonely.
We plan to continue helping our elderly community, because a good chat really does mean the world.
For our teams who were furloughed this gave them a renewed focus and purpose, which became extremely rewarding. Some of our employees discovered that Re-engage were also
For every booking we will make a donation that will support essential training for new volunteers, help bring friendship and laughter to an older person in need of company and help introduce new activities that avoid social contact but give companionship to older people who are more isolated.
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