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C O N T E N T S January 2022
04| The Westin Turtle Bay Resort 18| Athina Luxury Suites & Spa Mauritius
19| Esperas Santorini Hotel
06| Constance Moofushi Maldives 20| Las Hotel & Spa 08| Blackbird Byron
09| Eden Health Retreat
10| Namale Resort & Spa
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Noa Boutique Hotel
22| Barceló Teguise Beach Adults Only 4*
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Victoria House Resort & Spa 23| Borgobrufa SPA Resort
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Tiamo Resort
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Rixos Premium Bodrum
24| Hotel Cala di Volpe, a Luxury Collection Hotel
25| Hotel Pitrizza, 16| Richmond Nua Wellness Spa a Luxury Collection Hotel Hotel
17| Mivara Luxury Resort & Spa
26| Hotel Romazzino, a Luxury Collection Hotel
27| Lefay Resort & SPA Lago di 38| Onsen @ Moncham Garda 28| Vista Palazzo | Lago di Como
39| Mövenpick Asara Resort & Spa Hua Hin
29| Brach Paris
30| Hotel Victory Therme Erding
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Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh The Caledonian
32| Galgorm
34| Amaryllis Boutique Resort
35| Kupu Kupu Barong Villas & Tree Spa by L’Occitane
40| InterContinental Danang Sun Peninsula Resort
41| Pullman Luang Prabang
42| Rocks Hotel
43| The Radh Hotel
45| Kempinski Hotel Muscat
46| Park Hyatt Dubai 36| Bo Phut Resort & Spa
37| Kupu Kupu Phangan Beach Villas & Spa by L’Occitane
47| The Retreat Palm Dubai MGallery by Sofitel
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The Westin Turtle Bay Resort & Spa Mauritius Balaclava - MAURITIUS Revel in the extraordinary views, superb service and luxury amenities at The Westin Turtle Bay Resort and Spa, Mauritius. Set adjacent to a protected marine park, hotel guests are invited to explore idyllic Turtle Bay, historic Port Louis and lively Grand Bay. After an exciting day in Mauritius, recharge in one of the spacious resort accommodations. Every hotel room and suite offers a private balcony or terrace, many with ocean and beach views. Rooms feature Heavenly® Beds, replenishing Heavenly® Baths, free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and iHome® docking stations. Suites enjoy Club access and separate lounge and dining areas, as well as outdoor space with sunbeds. Take a dip in the outdoor pools, work out in the Westin Workout® Fitness Studios, rejuvenate in the Heavenly Spa by Westin™ and dine in one of the tantalizing restaurants. Event organisers plan everything from an indoor wedding in a modern ballroom gala, to lush outdoor venues by the beach.
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Constance Moofushi Maldives South Ari Atoll - MALDIVES
Weddings and Honeymoons are a celebration of love and the Maldives is here to offer intimacy with a beautiful and magical setting. Constance Moofushi will dazzle guests on their holiday as a couple. Romantic dinner under the stars, sunbathing on powder soft beaches, blissful spa treatments or just lazing around in a luxurious villa while watching the endless turquoise water. There are endless ways to let the magic of the island amaze guests. Constance Moofushi Maldives is situated on the South Ari Atoll of the Maldives and is widely regarded as one of the best diving spots in the world. With their All-Inclusive-Crystal-Package, holidays have become a breeze! Constance Moofushi Maldives has a total of 110 villas, 2 Bars, 2 Restaurants, Recreation facilities, water and diving activities. The Resort combines the Crusoe Chic Barefoot elegance of a deluxe resort with the highest standards of Constance Hotels and Resorts.
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Alto Wine Estate
IS A LEADING RED WINE PRODUCER NESTLED HIGH IN THE HELDERBERG MOUNTAINS IN STELLENBOSCH We are an Estate with a rich heritage and have been producing world-class wines for over a hundred years. We are the oldest red wine only producer in South Africa and are also one of the few wine estates to have only had five winemakers in our century old history — with two being a father and son duo. Our portfolio of wines is small and curated, our winemaker Bertho van der Westhuizen treats each wine as he would our flagship blend. From our Iconic Alto Rouge to our exceptional Alto Estate Blend, our wines ensure quality and consistency throughout. Visit our intimate Tasting Room, stroll through our barrel cellar or join us for our seasonal sunset rouge evenings and learn about the rich heritage and legacy that makes Alto what it is today. Address: Annandale Road, Stellenbosch T: 021 881 3884 E: info@altowines.co.za AltoWinery
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AUSTRALIA & OCEANIA
Blackbird Byron
Mullumbimby Creek - AUSTRALIA
Up in the Byron Hinterland, a special place has been made where time slows down. On a private road, with just a few pavilions, our adults-only site is quiet and secluded enough for you to fully relax and recharge. The Pavilions - Each of the detached pavilions is positioned to take full advantage of the sunrise views over the Pacific Ocean. The feast for the senses continues with King-sized beds with Egyptian cotton linen, burnished concrete floors, reclaimed timber joinery and Moroccan tiled bathrooms with rainwater showerheads. In your pavilion, you’ll also find a ‘Star Gazing’ manual to decode the night sky, binoculars to get a better glimpse of the native black cockatoos, and a ‘Byron Trails’ guide to help you discover the rolling hinterlands, nearby national parks and mountains right on your doorstep.
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AUSTRALIA & OCEANIA
Eden Health Retreat Currumbin Valley - AUSTRALIA
Eden Health Retreat is Australia’s longest running health retreat and true pioneers within the health and wellbeing industry. It is the perfect place for guests to free themselves for a week of absolute relaxation. Nestled deep inside the breathtaking hinterland of the Currumbin Valley, the spectacular retreat lodges are the height of luxury. Surrounded by a valley of rural producers and bio-dynamic farms, the retreat’s head chef and resident nutritionist have created a menu filled with fresh and healthy whole foods. The dedicated health professionals find the perfect therapies for your mind and body’s needs. Focus on health-based therapies, beauty therapies or pure relaxation to help you let go of any stress you are carrying and feel the benefits of true rejuvenation after a visit to this world-class spa.
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AUSTRALIA & OCEANIA
Namale Resort & Spa Savusavu - FIJI
At Namale, the all-inclusive experience is elevated to a luxurious, highly customized artform. Each guest’s requests are met, wants anticipated and expectations exceeded in this award-winning resort and spa. With unparalleled bliss and every amenity at your fingertips, you can connect with the people you love and the nature around you in your own decadent way. Satisfy your taste for adventure with a waterfall hike or horseback ride along the beach. Disappear into total relaxation in your private pool villa. Unwind with hours of blissful treatments at the award-winning spa. Everything about Namale is luxury, privacy and comfort; from the all-inclusive destination-dining experiences to the accommodations - Namale is designed to ensure guests enjoy an authentically Fijian getaway in a lavish setting.
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NORTH AMERICA
Victoria House Resort & Spa San Pedro - BELIZE
Victoria House Resort & Spa, one of Ambergris Caye’s most luxurious and awarded resorts is located two miles south of picturesque San Pedro Town. The ambience of the resort is one of relaxation, privacy and barefoot elegance. The resort features 2 main guest pools, dive center and a full service spa and fitness center. Victoria House is the perfect locale to dive, snorkel or just “unplug” from the rest of the world, as the barrier reef is just one mile offshore Victoria House offers diverse guest room options such as charming thatch-roof casitas, plantation-style rooms and suites as well as luxury beach front villas. A few of these villas have private pools and all are set in an idyllic setting of white sand beaches, azure waters, swaying palms and perfectly manicured gardens. The Palmilla Restaurant and Admiral Nelsons Bar at Victoria House are known for their outstanding cuisine and extensive wine list.
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Tiamo Resort
NORTH AMERICA
South Andros Island - BAHAMAS
Tiamo Resort is an exclusive slice of paradise in the heart of the Caribbean. Situated on South Andros Island in the Out Islands of the Bahamas, a visit to Tiamo is unlike most other experiences. Accessible only by boat or seaplane, with a private beach, only 10 villas and the Bird’s Nest in the resort, taking a vacation here really does enable you get away from it all. Indulge yourself in tropical surroundings: pristine white-sand beaches, lush green palm groves, and the clearest turquoise waters. Stay in one of the beach-side cottages, each one the epitome of elegance, and bask in the best of the Bahamas, right on your doorstep. Sail, fish, snorkel, scuba dive or simply relax in private on one of the Caribbean’s best beaches; this luxury Eco-resort is an idyllic place for a truly amazing escape!
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Rixos Premium Bodrum Bodrum - TURKEY
Rixos Premium Bodrum offers activities galore, making it the perfect destination for revitalising mind, body and soul. Nestled between the sparkling turquoise waters of the Aegean sea and the stunning national parks of the Bodrum Peninsula, the hotel is a haven for sunseekers and watersport enthusiasts. Bodrum is a glamorous destination with magnificent beaches and lively nightlife. This sophisticated hotel will spoil even the most discerning guest with luxurious accommodation, distinguished restaurants and world-class entertainment. The renowned Turkish hospitality is evident from the moment of arrival, and Turkish traditions and touches can be found throughout the hotel with authentic Turkish cuisine and at the heart of the wellness facilities is the traditional Turkish bath.
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EUROPE
Richmond Nua Wellness Spa Hotel Sapanca - TURKEY
“The ideal destination for anyone who wants to make a break on the shores of Lake Sapanca a ritual of health and peace with a view of the lake and forest...” A vacation where you can be rejuvenated with a variety of massages and treatments as you journey to your inner self surrounded by the lake and forests that provide a view of green and blue that stretches to the horizon. Turkey’s first and only destination Spa, Richmond Nua offers you a spa experience that gives you the best version of yourself with different water treatments, healthy menus, expert therapists and constantly updated individualized programs. Richmond Nua continues to be a pioneer of the “Destination Spa” concept as it features the best-equipped Spa facility in Europe and has received numerous prestigious international awards. It offers a unique atmosphere just a short distance from Istanbul.
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Mivara Luxury Resort & Spa
EUROPE
Bodrum - TURKEY
It is possible to live in luxury, splendor and comfort together in Mivara, which is named after VARA, the name given to Gündoğan by the Romans between 353-375 BC. By taking hygiene, social distance, access to healthy and reliable food and disinfection measures in all departments, Mivara Luxury Resort & Spa, which promises a peaceful and comfortable holiday to its guests in the summer of 2021, is located in Bodrum’s Gündoğan bay. With its location, rooms, villas and luxury residences, it enables you to live every moment of the holiday flawlessly. Mivara Luxury Resort & Spa Offers an Insulate and Luxury Environment for Daily Beach Guests too With white and long beachs, private lodges and wide pier, Mivara Luxury Resort & Spa offers high-level comfort to its guests with accommodation, and offers a magical experience for its guests coming from outside, with its gourmet delicacies anda environment away from chaos.
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Athina Luxury Suites Santorini - GREECE
Situated at the most privileged location of Fira, on the cliffs of the caldera with unlimited views of the famous volcano, the sunset and the whole island, only a few steps away from the centre of Fira, but still with a quiet and relaxing atmosphere, Athina Luxury Suites is the place to stay in Santorini. Fully renovated in 2019 with exclusive materials, minimal design, upgraded services and rich amenities for those who want to enjoy privacy, high class services, comfort and luxury, always with the majestic scenery of Santorini’s caldera from every spot of the hotel. The large infinity heated swimming pool on the cliff offers a unique experience swimming and enjoying all the view from Oia to Akrotiri, a pool to infinity with a bar in the water open all day until the sunset hours. The Aphrodite SPA in the hotel offers relaxation massages, treatments, body and face therapies, with a cave aesthetics and relaxed atmosphere. Athina Luxury Suites is the ideal location to have your dream wedding ceremony and venue facing an amazingly romantic scenery or just to enjoy your honeymoon in the special Honeymoon Suites with outdoor jacuzzis. Their joy is to offer leisure and delight and to make the accommodation of every guest personalised, exclusive and unforgettable, emphasising individuality and privacy.
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EUROPE
Esperas Santorini Hotel Santorini - GREECE
Esperas Santorini Hotel is located in the spectacular and picturesque settlement of Oia (Ia) on the north-western part of the island. The hotel is perched on a cliff, opposite the volcanic archipelago, and offers unrivaled views of the Aegean Sea and the magical sunset. Staying at Esperas, you will be able to sample all Santorini has to offer like its beautiful beaches, important archaeological sites and mouthwatering gastronomy. Esperas provides a wide range of high-class services that will make your holidays comfortable and pleasant, ranking it among the finest Hotels in Santorini. Each of its utterly unique rooms and Suites is carved into the rock, each with its own private veranda. Even the pool is carved into the rock! The poolside bar offers stunning cocktails and our in-house restaurant “Ombra” features the finest Mediterranean cuisine. Esperas is a touching reflection on the individual character of the island. The volcanic architecture and background hints at an engaging past whilst offering the luxurious relaxation of a holiday experience in an effervescent atmosphere.
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EUROPE
Las Hotel & Spa Lakonia - GREECE
Las Hotel & Spa is a 4-star hotel located in the historical city of Gythio, right in the center of the port–line at the southern part of Peloponnese. Among the facilities at this property are a 24-hour front desk, buffet breakfast, along with free Wi-Fi throughout the property. Featuring an excellent all-day Roof Garden bar with coffee, tea, drinks, cocktails, and a premium snack menu, a sushi bar with Japanese delicacies with a fantastic sea view. You can also enjoy a glass swimming pool with relaxing sunbeds and a breath-taking sea view. Excellent Spa by RIVAGE SPA offering massage therapies, face and body treatments, steam Bath, Jacuzzi, Sauna, and a gym. There is a conference center fully equipped for small conferences, meeting and presentations with day light and sea view.
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EUROPE
Noa Boutique Hotel Santa Cruz - SPAIN
Bed, Bath, Breakfast. Their philosophy is built around making these three everyday activities something truly memorable. 32 rooms, 28 doubles and 4 suites, all of which have terraces and sea-views. An incredible rooftop wellness area with jacuzzi and climatized infinity pool and amazing sea-views of La Coruña city and bay makes NOA really exclusive for guests. Rest, local cuisine, health and environmental care are combined in this hotel. Personalized service and detailed attention create a remarkable experience. Despite NOA’s cosmopolitan spirit, its Galician identity is always present. This, in addition to the remarkable location and excellent team, shows that they have the perfect ingredients to make your stay unique. Discover NOA’s spirit.
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EUROPE
Barceló Teguise Beach - Adults Only 4* Las Palmas - SPAIN
The Barceló Teguise Beach - Adults only**** hotel (for 18-year-olds and above) has been completely renovated and is set in an unparalleled location on the seafront of Costa Teguise, one of the most attractive tourist destinations in Lanzarote, just 150 m from Las Cucharas beach. This boutique adults only hotel stands out for having hot tubs in most of the 305 rooms, either inside the room or on the terrace. The hotel has also refurbished its bars and restaurants, giving it a new modern, state-of-the-art feel. In addition, many new activities and services for adults have been included, such as a magnificent U-Spa, 2 infinity pools and a fitness studio, as well as other modern facilities. The hotel provides its guests with a special and unique experience, just like Lanzarote itself. An island of beautiful volcanic lands known as the “Black Pearl of the Atlantic”, which formed César Manrique’s way of seeing the world. This multi-talented artist said that “Lanzarote is the most beautiful place on Earth and I am going to show its beauty to the world”. Likewise, Barceló Teguise Beach - Adults Only hotel’s premise is to show its guests that this beauty exists inside their hotel rooms too.
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Borgobrufa SPA Resort
EUROPE
Torgiano - ITALY
Borgobrufa SPA Resort is a 5-stars Resort located in Torgiano, in the green heart of Italy and Umbria, on a hill overlooking Assisi and Perugia. Spread on a property of 10 acres of green land, vineyards and olive groves, it is a realm of luxury, tranquility, hospitality and privacy. With spacious indoor areas completely renovated in 2019, the Resort is only open to guests over 18 years of age so that the characteristic quietness of the location can be enjoyed to its fullest. 49 Suites and Rooms offer panoramic views, private patios or terraces. The Suites feature indoor or outdoor hydromassage pool for two people, or private indoor heated pool and private sauna.
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Hotel Cala di Volpe, a Luxury Collection Hotel Porto Cervo - ITALY
Stretching out over the bay like a timeless village and seemingly sculpted by the wind, Hotel Cala di Volpe embodies a glamourous elegance immersed between the colors and scents of nature and sea. Hotel Cala di Volpe will remain a world apart, a five star legend widely recognized as the lifestyle authority of the Mediterranean. A masterpiece of elegance started in the 60s by Jacques Couëlle and now marvelously reinterpreted with new rooms and suites, new spaces and restaurants, for an uplifted experience. Just a few minutes boat ride away, the exclusive Cala Beach Club transports guests to a world of relax, delicious food and bubbly drinks on the private beach of the hotel. The hotel has its own marina accessible also to external clients from the yachts in the bay. It is a natural set for glamorous and unique events such as weddings, concerts, celebrations, as well as private parties and special events.
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Hotel Pitrizza, a Luxury Collection Hotel Porto Cervo - ITALY
Like a precious gem located in the midst of rocks and flowers, made up of romantic rooms and exquisite private villas, the Hotel Pitrizza is an unforgettable getaway where refined intimacy and privacy are guaranteed, when needed. Breath-taking views of the bay, a swimming pool carved out of rocks and a private beach create the perfect background for the ultimate retreat of the Mediterranean.
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Hotel Romazzino, a Luxury Collection Hotel Porto Cervo - ITALY
Between emerald waters and verdant scented gardens, lies the Hotel Romazzino, a whitewashed building gently resting on a lengthy beach of the finest sand. Thanks to the gentle perfection of its Spa my Blend by Clarins, a holistic wellness approach through balanced nutrition and an extensive selection of sports and activities, Hotel Romazzino invites you to discover your nature and embrace a better you. Reflecting the true meaning of uncomplicated wellbeing, Hotel Romazzino is simply the leading beach & spa resort of the Mediterranean.
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Lefay Resort & SPA Lago di Garda
EUROPE
Porto Cervo - ITALY
Lefay Resort & SPA Lago di Garda is located in Gargnano in the heart of the spectacular and renowned “Riviera dei Limoni”. A slice of contemporary Italian style, taste and elegance. Everything from the interior design, the Mediterranean cuisine, the friendly service and the wellness offering, to the attention to detail, are delivered in an authentic and traditional Italian way.
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EUROPE
Vista Palazzo | Lago di Como Lake Como - ITALY
The only five star luxury hotel in the city centre of Como. The only one that offers you the pleasure of having the city behind you, the Cathedral around the corner, your feet in the water, and your heart in paradise. 18 splendid suites and palatial rooms that set new standards in luxury accommodation and pleasure. 18 sumptuous residentially styled accommodations that convey the joy of feeling at home in one of the world’s most beautiful places. 18 precious gems embedded in one of Como’s most attractive historic buildings. Whatever your needs may be, whether you’re traveling for business or pleasure, here you’ll find individualized hospitality dedicated to accommodating your desires in a hotel that showcases how privacy is the most precious luxury of the third millennium.
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Brach Paris
EUROPE
Paris - FRANCE
Cultivated, energetic, epicurean and aesthetic, Brach is a true Paris treasure, part of its quarter, with its own codes and a personality and spirit in a healthy body. Brach hotel’s “birth certificate” reveals that it was a huge postal sorting centre from the 1970s. In this building, the visionary imagination of creator Philippe Starck was allowed to roam free in a surface area of 7000 m 2. The result was 1930s architecture meeting modernism, Bauhaus, Dada and the Surrealists. Warm colours, natural and raw materials such as wood, leather, concrete, glass, marble and metal. An enchanting selection of unusual objects, furnishings and works of art create a warm atmosphere. Brach hotel is at the same time: cultured, energetic, atypical, luxurious and a place where beauty and art flow together.
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EUROPE
Hotel Victory Therme Erding Erding - GERMANY
Palm trees embrace the glittering turquoise Wavepool, exciting cocktails are waiting at the Poolbar – at the multiple rewarded Hotel Victory you can have a summer holiday on 365 days a year. Enjoy the moment and relax. Located inside the world’s largest spa and water park – the Therme Erding - , one of the extraordinary themed rooms at Hotel Victory is a perfect place to dream. Hotel Victory Therme Erding will indulge you with culinary delights as well: The rich and lavish breakfast buffet at the Hafen Restaurant, the à la carte and menu items of the Fine Dining Empire Restaurant, or a fruity cocktail with a view of the waves perfectly complement your stay! Cast off – discover the adventure or simply enjoy being pampered at the Hotel Victory Therme Erding! Conveniently located only 15 minutes from Munich International Airport and approximately 30 minutes from Downtown Munich.
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EUROPE
Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh - The Caledonian Edinburgh - UNITED KINGDOM
Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh – The Caledonian, built in 1903, is one of Edinburgh’s most significant landmarks. This former Victorian railway building has a reputation for style and excellence which has attracted international visitors and notable personalities for over 100 years. Admire some of the best views in Edinburgh from the 241 guestrooms and suites and dine at two award-winning restaurants – Grazing by Mark Greenaway and The Pompadour. Experience the grandeur of Peacock Alley, sample some of Scotland’s finest whisky from the collection of over 100 malts and bends at The Caley Bar and indulge yourself at the UK’s only Guerlain Spa.
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Galgorm
Ballymena - UNITED KINGDOM Northern Ireland’s Premier luxury Hotel and Spa situated only 30 minutes from Belfast is the perfect location to relax and get away from it all. Set within 163 acres of lush parkland with the spectacular River Maine flowing through the estate, Galgorm Resort has a truly unique setting. Close to both Belfast airports and the stunning scenery of the North Antrim Coast, it is the perfect base from which to explore the region’s most renowned attractions. This Resort is home to 125 luxurious guestrooms, as well as a range of lodging accommodation and residencies, and the unique Thermal Village & Spa that is the first of its kind in Ireland. Guests will enjoy the tranquillity of nature and experience pure relaxation in our Spa and Thermal Village with an extensive selection of riverside hot tubs, indoor and outdoor heated pools, steam rooms and saunas. The Resort also boasts a selection of restaurants & bars and extensive conference and banqueting facilities. With luxurious facilities to enjoy and their renowned warm welcome, Galgorm is the perfect escape.
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ASIA
Amaryllis Boutique Resort Bogor - INDONESIA
Amaryllis Boutique Resort brings you to enjoy a different ambience with the most incredible of the peak panoramic 360◦ view of mount Gede Pangrango, Indonesia. Located in the high hills at 1,300 – 1,400 meters above sea level. The fresh air first – as if her breath, the floral scents – as her perfume, the blend or architectural design in balance with nature-unique chic style. Then her touch, feeling the textures of nature herself blended together with the artwork of the architecture, sculptures, and paintings that surround you in every direction – as if one with mother earth. If the sensation of the clean air and the finesse in every detail is not enough, our master chef trained in French, Japanese and Indonesian cuisine and fusions thereof will send a totally new and wonderful sense of discover to all your sense. Her Palace of glass glistens in the sun in the day and illuminates in the colours of your dreams at night. Glass Pavilion is a balance of nature and modern architecture in a harmonious way – its geometrical and dramatic architecture made entirely out of glass gives a crystal-clear view of the beauty surrounding whether being viewed from the inside or outside of the glass palace. The Glass Pavilion is perfect for a wedding or your private events.
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ASIA
Kupu Kupu Barong Villas & Tree Spa by L’Occitane Ubud - INDONESIA Kupu Kupu Barong Villas and Tree Spa by L’Occitane arrayed over three hectares of lush tropical greenery, the first resort to bring luxury to Ubud’s serenity and spirituality continues to deliver the quintessential Ayung Valley experience. The 39 private and luxurious pool villas, served by private butlers, epitomise the beauty and elegance of Balinese architecture; thatched roofs, redwood walls, teak and coconut shell paneling and sumptuous local fabrics weave a spell of exotic refinement. Engage with art, connect with culture, pursue pampering, seek enlightenment or simply listen to the rice grow. In such a place the finest spa pampering is proffered in the boughs of a Mango Tree with the perfect blend of French savoir faire and Balinese soul, along with the finest essential oils and infusions of L’Occitane of Provence.
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ASIA
Bo Phut Resort & Spa Koh Samui - THAILAND
Bo Phut Resort & Spa is a tranquil hideaway on the northern tip of Samui Island. The resort is set in pretty landscaped gardens, privacy and tranquility reign at Bo Phut Resort & Spa. With 61 rooms including 32 villas, some with private pools, an impressive spa with a vast range of treatments and two tantalizing restaurants, Sala Thai Restaurant serving authentic Thai cuisine and L’Ocean Restaurant serving Mediterranean specialties. This is a place to feel at peace in and submit to the pampering.
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Kupu Kupu Phangan Beach Villas & Spa by L’Occitane Koh Phangan - THAILAND Kupu Kupu Phangan Beach Villas & Spa by L’Occitane is a stylish retreat designed to take the island holiday experience to the next level. It celebrates the healthy attributes of the tropics with a collection of 34 Pool Villas and 5 Suites designed to unite Thai artistry with modern comforts and conveniences. The resort is a place to be at one with nature in a restful setting by the sea.
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ASIA
Onsen @ Moncham Chiang Mai - THAILAND
Onsen @ Moncham is a cultural retreat where guests will find themselves at one with nature while experiencing a harmonious blend of Japanese Onsen Rituals and Northern Thai Culture. At 1200 meters above sea level, nestled among a rolling green landscape, embrace nirvana in an area where the countryside is naturally abundant and the environment peaceful. Retreat and be one at one with nature while experiencing a harmonious blend of Japanese Onsen Rituals and Northern Thai Culture. Experience a new kind of cultural hospitality.
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Mövenpick Asara Resort & Spa Hua Hin Hua Hin - THAILAND A fully immersive escape in an idyllic natural setting that can be easily reached and is removed from the crowds. Elegant with a casual ambience, this attractive low-rise resort is surrounded by a landscape of gently swaying palms, verdant gardens and reflective lagoons. All 96 suites and villas offer a sense of private luxury with generous living spaces from 120 up to 400 sqm. Dine at the resort’s two restaurants which delight guests with Thai and refined Mediterranean cuisine, unwind in the serene Asara Spa, plunge into one of the resort’s two swimming pools, or simply soak up the exotic surroundings and take in the soothing ocean and sunset views.
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InterContinental Danang Sun Peninsula Resort Danang - VIETNAM
With inventive design by star architect Bill Bensley, lush gardens and a 700-m private beach, the InterContinental® Danang Sun Peninsula Resort celebrates sunshine and seclusion in an unspoiled rainforest setting. Experience culinary artistry at La Maison 1888, led by three-star Michelin chef Pierre Gagnaire, soothe your body and soul at HARNN Heritage Spa, or indulge in the ultimate pedicure regimen by ‘podiatrist to the stars’ Bastien Gonzalez.cure Gold Hotel in itself offers an inspiring destination with a great personality.
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Pullman Luang Prabang Luang Prabang - LAOS The first Pullman resort that arrived at the heart of Laotian culture and this 16-hectare property is the biggest resort in Luang Prabang offering spacious, modern and luxurious resort experience. Its features 123 rooms, suites and two-bedroom Pool villa ranging from 42 square meters to 270 square meters, three swimming pools, extensive spa and fitness center, a farm-to-table restaurant that serves local and international cuisines and known as the home of the largest conference centers and most complete facilities in town. The rooms carefully designed to present a sense of art, sophistication and equipped with modern technology serving a seamless and convenient stay.
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Rocks Hotel Macau - CHINA
Located on the promontory of Macau Fisherman’s Wharf near the Macau Ferry Terminal, this conveniently placed hotel is only a 15-minute ride from the Macau International Airport. The five-story Rocks Hotel is modeled after the elaborate charms of 18th century Victorian and provides 72 guestrooms and suites. All service attendants are traditionally uniformed and help transport you to the romance of the era. The spiral staircase, crystal chandeliers, and period paintings, all add to the grandeur of the Victorian era and remind one of more elegant times. For your recreational and business needs, Rocks Hotel offers a semiopen-kitchen restaurant Vic’s Restaurante, rooftop bar, conference room, business centre and gymnasium so all of your needs are taken care of.
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ASIA
The Radh Hotel Kandy - SRI LANKA This Luxury Hotel is the first of its kind situated in the old city of Kandy within the Sacred Temple area. The Temple of the Tooth and the Palace compound along with the many significant Devalas, Museums and Historic Monuments of a city that has been shaped by Royalty for over 400 years are located a few footsteps around The Radh Hotel. Magnificently located in the ancient hill capital of Kandy, Sri Lanka, The Radh Hotel is an oasis of calm and unrivalled luxury. With exterior design and interior décor inspired by design motifs that are unique to the Kandyan Kingdom, The Radh is also an architectural masterpiece, a perfect fusion of the classic and contemporary. A luxury boutique hotel with 30 deluxe rooms and suites, The Radh is so named as a tribute to the former ‘Royal’ glory of the ancient Kingdom of Kandy and its splendid heritage. Guests will be able to immerse themselves in this rich history as well as stroll further to the picturesque Kandy Lake and its romantic walkways, experience the hustle of the busy markets and shops along small alleyways inside the city while enjoying dining at the restaurant which houses Cafe Nihonbashi and its authentic Japanese Cuisine along with a few masterpieces of Srilankan infused dishes created exclusively by Chef Dharshan Munidasa who is the most successful Restauranteur in the country.
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MIDDLE EAST
Kempinski Hotel Muscat Muscat - OMAN
Located in the community of Al Mouj, Muscat, with over six kilometres of stunning coastline. The hotel features 310 comfortable rooms and suites, state-of-the-art meetings and events facilities, a business centre and an executive lounge. Eleven world-class restaurants and bars, consisting of two internationally award-winning outlets, provide a remarkable dining experience. Two swimming pools and a kids pool, a kids club and a tennis court, along with various outdoor and water sport activities will ensure to spend an exciting and adventurous time. The hotel leisure facilities also feature a luxurious spa and a fully equipped health club. Kempinski White Glove Services has been implemented to ensure a healthy and safe environment for all guests and employees, worldwide, at all times.
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MIDDLE EAST
Park Hyatt Dubai
Dubai - UNITED ARAB EMIRATES Located in Dubai Creek Golf & Yacht Club on the banks of the majestic Dubai Creek, Park Hyatt Dubai provides an idyllic setting for a luxury getaway. From an inspired assortment of award-winning restaurants to a luxury destination spa, every moment at Park Hyatt Dubai is meticulously curated to ensure a sophisticated, enriching, and uncommon experience.
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MIDDLE EAST
The Retreat Palm Dubai MGallery by Sofitel Dubai - UNITED ARAB EMIRATES
The Retreat Palm Dubai MGallery is the region’s first 360-degree holistic wellbeing resort, located on the iconic Palm Jumeirah. Tucked away on the exclusive coastline of Palm Jumeirah’s East Crescent, the beachfront destination houses 255 picturesque rooms and suites, all designed with natural elements, earth tones and a harmonising Feng Shui philosophy throughout. ‘We are delighted to have opened the first holistic wellbeing resort in the Middle East. Wellness is at the heart of everything we do here at The Retreat Palm Dubai MGallery. Our Retreats are designed to fulfil a variety of needs: whether the guest is looking for detox, weight management or mindfulness, we work together to create a truly unforgettable and transformational experience’ says Samir Arora, General Manager. The infinity pool rises serenely above the pristine beach where guests can enjoy sunrise yoga or dip a toe into the Arabian Gulf. Air conditioned cabanas line the water’s edge with uninterrupted views of the Dubai skyline providing the scenic backdrop. Organic pressed juices are served on the hour, every hour to nourish the body while every evening the lobby is transformed with a candlelight ritual to calm the mind; each finer detail exemplifying the philosophy of pureness and wellness that runs throughout the resort.
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