THE PENINSULA ISTANBUL, TURKEY

The waterfront property encompasses four exquisite buildings, three of which are protected historical landmarks dating to the early 1900s, each carefully renovated, set amid a quarter kilometer expanse of blooming gardens along the Bosphorus Strait – the convergence point of East and West in Türkiye’s most cosmopolitan city. Guests wishing to plan a stay or an event at the stunning new hotel can now do so through their preferred travel advisor, or via The Peninsula Istanbul’s website. The site showcases the property’s diverse array of magnificently appointed rooms, suites, and gathering venues; its compound of graceful buildings, outdoor spaces, and its location within Galataport, a new waterfront revitalization project featuring museums, restaurants, and boutiques in the harbor district of Karaköy is in walking distance to Galata Tower, Galata Bridge, The Hagia Sophia Mosque, The Blue Mosque, and Topkapi Palace.

With 177 gorgeously appointed rooms starting at 40-49-sq-m/430-527-sq-ft to generous suites spread among its four waterfront buildings, The Peninsula Istanbul will offer guests a wide range of accommodation choices. Many will provide sweeping Bosphorus views from large windows, balconies, or private terraces; others will include direct access to the property’s magnificent gardens, outdoor swimming pool, private boat dock, and stylish luxury boutiques. All will be decorated with bespoke furnishings, original art, modern Turkish design elements like wood-and-mother-of-pearl inlay, kilim-style carpets, and sumptuous bathrooms clad in Marmara marble. The 510-sq-m/5,490-sq-ft Peninsula Suite, with its own hammam, gym, and rooftop swimming pool, will be one of the most opulent and spacious suites available in the city.

The hotel’s collection of special-event venues is similarly splendid. Lavish options include a grand ballroom that, when combined with its Terrace can accommodate 820 guests for a seated banquet and 1,300 for standing cocktails. In addition, the hotel offers two intimate conference rooms, VIP private dining and wine-tasting areas, and numerous alfresco spaces amid blossoming gardens overlooking the Bosphorus – all paired with stateof-the-art technology to ensure that both festive and business occasions make a stunning impression. Every venue reservation will include the impeccably attentive service of The Peninsula Istanbul’s special event planners and staff.

The Peninsula Istanbul will provide diners a myriad of opportunities to enjoy sublime gastronomic journeys. The hotel’s featured rooftop restaurant and bar will offer sophisticated TurkAsian cuisine and libations in several memorable dining areas for up to 350 people – including an expansive rooftop terrace with unparalleled views over the Bosphorus and hotel gardens; as well as a main dining room where the décor reflects the confluence of Asian and Turkish cultures.

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SONEVA FUSHI EYDHAFUSHI, MALDIVES

Make it a summer to remember with Soneva’s funfilled programmes at Soneva Fushi. Throughout July and August, one-of-a-kind experiences, exceptional cuisine, rejuvenating wellness sessions at Soneva Soul and an inspiring Summer Camp programme set the scene for tropical adventures with loved ones. For the ultimate island escape, a curated calendar of visiting Soneva Stars boasts one-of-a-kind workshops and experiences with Michelin-starred chefs, professional athletes and revered wellness specialists from around the world.

With views of the ocean and surrounding tropical forests, expansive decks, idyllic walkways, shaded plunge pools, and even a spa, gym and sauna in some of the villas, no luxury is spared in Soneva’s vast private hideaways. At Soneva Fushi, one- to nine-bedroom island and overwater villas fringed by lush tropical vegetation capture the essence of castaway chic.

Every Soneva stay is entirely bespoke, with exclusive summer offers complemented by signature 24/7 Barefoot Guardian butler service, complimentary access to the resorts’ ice cream, chocolate and cheese and charcuterie parlors, and more.

Guests at Soneva Fushi this summer can dine with not one, but four exceptional visiting chefs from around the world as part of the Soneva

Stars calendar. Latin America’s Best Female Chef Manu Buffara will be making a welcome return to the Maldives, while Executive Chef at Restaurant Merlet in the Netherlands, Jonathan Zandbergen, will be showcasing his distinctive style of Dutch cuisine. Named Austria’s Most Creative Chef, two-Michelin-starred Konstantin Filippou’s signature cooking style blends his Greek and Austrian heritage. And Wassim Hallal, the chef behind Denmark’s two-Michelin-starred restaurant Frederikshøj, will be taking guests on a sensory journey in refinement and rendition without a horizon.

Helping guests stay active this summer, former Real Madrid defender Rafael Márquez will be hosting a series of exciting football camps. Guests can also take a fascinating voyage of the galaxy with planetary astronomer Dr James O’Donoghue and astrophotographer Andrew McCarthy at Soneva Fushi’s island observatory. Both passionate advocates for science education, they will be hosting after-dinner stargazing sessions along with fascinating talks throughout the day.

Families and younger guests have so much to see and do at Soneva Fushi. The Den, one the region’s largest children’s zones, has a fun-packed programme of activities that include sustainable arts & crafts, summer-time journaling, island-wide treasure hunts and camp nights under the stars. Children aged 9 to 13 can also join the Soneva Academy’s bespoke Summer Camp programmes. From yoga and meditation on the beach and cooking classes using organic ingredients to workshops on digital storytelling, dolphin cruises, astronomy sessions and more, it’s the ultimate invitation to discovery.

A partnership between award-winning hospitality brand Soneva and Teamwork Arts, producer of the iconic Jaipur Literature Festival, JLF Soneva Fushi hosts a one-of-a-kind celebration of the arts, culture and performance on the sands of Soneva Fushi in the Maldives’ Baa Atoll.

Held across ten days and two weekends, JLF Soneva Fushi’s festival programme illuminates South Asia’s vibrant literary legacy and invites guests to take part in stimulating panels and workshops, book and poetry readings, and so much more. Each weekend is dedicated to keynote addresses, gala dinners on the sand, live music performances and film screenings at the outdoor Cinema Paradiso, with specially curated menus prepared by Soneva Fushi’s award-winning chefs.