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Underwater dining in the Maldives. Dine at the largest allglass undersea restaurant in the world. Eat 5.8 metres below the surface; mesmerised by the vast array of marine life as you become the centre of attention for once! With only 10 tables you must book in advance. Read more about the incredible Maldives on page 9.
Stay in a Thai treehouse. Coax out your inner child at Tree House Villas, a luxury adults-only hideout on Thailand’s stunning Koh Yao Noi island. After crossing a suspension bridge to get to your two-tiered luxury treehouse, you’ll be met by elevated views across stunning Phang Nga bay. You’ll get your very own personal bar, plunge pool and a bath in the shape of a hammock. And yes, of course there’s a swing!
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Looking for more unique places to catch some Zs? Jump to page 28 for a snoozefest.
WOW- FACTO R DAY CLUBS IN BALI
Where opulence meets adventure. For a completely off the grid experience in Cambodia, Shinta Mani Wild is a luxury tented camp hidden within 400 acres of forest. Enjoy safari style tents tittering on the edge (or directly over) roaring rapids, and spend your days jungle trekking, river boating or joining a local chef for a jungle forage. Scour for wild fungi, plants and fruits to be used in your cooking class.
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Long transit? Hong Kong says relax.
Believe the hype, because Bali’s flashiest day club, OMNIA, is in a class all of its own. Upmarket and modern, with million-dollar views across the Indian Ocean, there’s an infinity pool, swim-up bar, cabanas and cliff deck, as well as Sake no Hana, a contemporary Japanese restaurant.
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If you have a long wait at Hong Kong International Airport, check out ‘Relaxation Corner’ next to Gate 23 in Terminal 1. A sanctuary of quiet, this secret cove is free, open 24-hours and offers 12 complimentary loungebeds with individual charging facilities and WiFi. Well, hallelujah.
