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ARIA Retreat & SPA
Porlezza - ITALY
Inspired by the beauty of the surrounding mountains and lake, ARIA Retreat & SPA is set within a lush subtropical 23,5 hectare park on the shores of Lake Lugano.
This new architectural masterpiece is conveniently located halfway between Lake Como and the city of Lugano. ARIA is an intimate, all-suite property that welcomes travelers ages 16 and older in search of tranquility and inspiration.
A private beach, expansive SPA, gourmet restaurant and terrace, spectacular infinity pool and wealth of outdoor activities – boating, hiking, climbing, biking – await guests. ARIA Retreat & SPA also encloses a 1,500 sqm SPA with a stunning lake view: this oasis offers an indoor pool and an outdoor infinity pool with salt water, as well as a Snowflake cold cabin, panoramic saunas, relaxation corners.
Excelsior Spa & Lido
Pesaro - ITALY
The Boutique 5* Hotel Excelsior is unique in Pesaro and seduces with its timeless allure: like a sail stretched by the wind, its 7 floors project you onto the most exclusive landscape of the city and the 52 rooms offer a special view on the Adriatic Sea or above the city. In this setting of colonial chic charm and fifties atmosphere, you feel an immediate sense of peace.
On its second floor, you are welcome in the sea view Boutique SPA with heated swimming pool with playful hydromassage; sea view treatment cabins and a fitness room.
It has also a private beach. The Lido Excelsior is an oasis of relaxation, embellished with 2 jacuzzi’s, a restaurant, a bar with smoothies and a comfy lounge.
Inside the hotel are two different places to eat local: Bistrò Excelsior, conceived as a New York bakery, open from breakfast to brunch, up to evening aperitifs; and ‘59 Restaurant: a colonial chic dining room overlooking the sea, where you can taste a creative and refined cuisine, inspired by Marche flavours.
Principe Forte dei Marmi
Forte Dei Marmi - ITALY
HOTEL PRINCIPE FORTE DEI MARMI is located in an exceptional spot, nearby all kinds of activities, from the seaside to Italian culture and artistic tourism. Forte Dei Marmi is the pearl of Versilia on the Tuscan Riviera with a long stretch of sandy beaches and the Apuan Alps, which frames the town making it one of the most beautiful coastal towns of Tuscany.
The hotel offers 28 rooms furnished by the most acclaimed Italian designers. Rooms are with floor-to-ceiling French windows, parquet flooring and marble bathrooms with glass walls. The rooftop is divided in two parts, 67 Sky Lounge Bar offers you an informal and dynamic setting overlooking the Mediterranean shore, Lux Lucis Restaurant is home to the Michelin-starred cuisine of Chef Valentino Cassanelli, the landscape presents panoramic views over the town’s stone pines to the Apuan Alps.
Egoista Spa is a place where you can discover a new extraordinary wellness experience made of colors, sounds and unforgettable fragrances. A few steps from the hotel, Dalmazia Beach Club provides all the space you need, in the serenity of beach gazebos.
Quellenhof See Lodge
San Martino - ITALY
The new Quellenhof See Lodge is beautifully nestled in the natural landscape of the Passeiertal Valley, right by the main resort building. The stunning Alpine backdrop is reflected in the waters of the 4,500 m2 lake, creating a harmonious interplay with the Mediterranean flair of the exclusive new facilities.
In this adults-only haven of wellness, guests are immersed in a world of relaxation from the moment they arrive. With only 26 accommodation units, this luxury hideaway is one of the smallest 5-star hotels in South Tyrol. The choice ranges from stylish suites to prestigious lake-side suites with direct access to the lake and four extra-luxury villas.
The new BalanceSPA is the perfect place to restore your balance and find a new sense of harmony. A wide choice of sauna experiences and sports activities ensures the perfect wellness experience, while the BalanceCUISINE combines innovation with local culinary tradition, creating healthy yet delectable dishes.
Hotel Li Finistreddi
Cannigione - ITALY
Everything in Li Finistreddi epitomises luxury and simplicity. White and natural tones dominate, contrasting with the blue of the pools and the bright skies of northern Sardinia. At the heart of a 6-hectare property, 3 Villas and 19 independently accessed rooms and suites encircle the Clubhouse which is home to the reception, restaurant, lounge bar and two swimming pools set on panoramic terraces overlooking the sea.
In the evening, when the sunset outlines the silhouettes of the rocks, the darker shape of Corsica appears in the distance. Below, the sea takes on the colours of the sky and the horizon disappears, leaving guests to concentrate on the aperitifs and dishes served at tables where the fragrances of the surrounding vegetation blend with the aromas of great Mediterranean cuisine from the Osteria Gourmet restaurant.
Hotel Ocelle Thermae & Spa
Sirmoine - ITALYHotel Ocelle Thermae & Spa was born in 2018 in the wonderful Sirmione peninsula. It offers design rooms and enjoys a setting of enchanting beauty on Lake Garda: it is located in one of the most beautiful and evocative areas of Sirmione, just 500m from the famous Scaligero Castle which opens the doors of the fantastic historic center.
This boutique hotel offers high quality services in an adults-only environment where the pools, the benefits of thermal water, the effervescent beds and the various paths of the 300sqm wellness center are accompanied by various massages and rituals: their expert beauty therapists will propose those that suits you best: whether it is with the use of thermal water and mud, or for total relaxation with exotic fragrances.
La Cheneaudière & Spa
Colroy-la-Roche - FRANCE
La Cheneaudière & Spa by Relais & Châteaux offers a hotel with 45 rooms and suites all different from each other, with a private villa that welcomes families.
There is a 2,500 m2 spa, bathed in light and nestled in a natural setting. The gastronomic restaurant offers authentic local cuisine and the cosy Calixte bar is a place to enjoy a variety of atmospheres as the day progresses.
Listen to the birds singing, connect with the surrounding nature, find a beautiful energy, to stay here, it is to offer yourself a parenthesis of happiness out of time...
Ultimate Provence
UP I Ultimate Provence, member of the collection Small Luxury Hotels of the World™ (SLH) makes a lasting impression, with its beautiful and sleek modern design and chic boutique hotel.
Tucked away in the hills behind Saint-Tropez, the estate offers guests an unexpected taste of Provence, in a remarkable atmosphere that awakens the senses. With its thirty three tastefully decorated rooms, suites and apartments, a gourmet restaurant helmed by the creative and daring chef Romain Franceschi, and an enormous rooftop terrace, this unique spot offers an enchanting and memorable wine tourism experience.
Located in the heart of Provence, UP I Ultimate Provence reinvents Provencal lifestyle around a distinctive tryptic: striking urban interior design and architecture. The UP | Ultimate Provence wellness center will guide you after a precise diagnosis towards the most appropriate treatment universe: holistic ritual, yoga classes or massage adapted to your desires of the moment. On the event side, discover elegant, fun on the event calendar. Book the live concert and Festive Brunches every weekend.
pepper-collection
Pepper-collection is your exclusive access to luxury accommodations along Austria’s famous and legendary Arlberg region. Pepper-collection offer snow guaranteed winter experiences that last for a lifetime and summer getaways in one of the most picturesque and compelling villages worldwide: Lech am Arlberg. Like no other resort, Lech stands for both exclusivity and authenticity and most of all for creating incomparable memories.
Boutique Hotel Aurelio*****s, repeatedly awarded one of the best Ski Boutique Hotels worldwide, including the Aurelio Club Chalet offers a cosy atmosphere with only 10 rooms plus 8 rooms in its Club Chalet. The Chalets MIMI and Arla, for 14 or 10 guest respectively, let you choose between classic and modern. While Chalet MIMI welcomes you as a traditional alpine retreat, Chalet Arla sets the mood for modern design and a new interpretation of the chalet experience. It goes without saying that all chalets enjoy the highest level of service at all time, leaving guests to enjoy their stay to the fullest.
The recently added Berghotel Biberkopf adds a stylish and urban-inspired four star hotel to the pepper-collection portfolio. Located in Warth am Arlberg it brings city-like design to the little village, nestled picturesquely along the mountains just across Lech am Arlberg.
Thanks to the top location of every single property, ski-in/ski-out is proudly offered for unforgettable skidays in the Arlberg region, as well as individualized, unique concierge services.
The Falcon - Your Private Nest
Lech - AUSTRIA
The Chalet Falcon awaits you next to the village centre and only a stone’s throw away from the Schlosskopf chair lift.
Here you will enjoy panoramic views on winterly Lech without missing anything.
One Master Suite, two Double Rooms and one Children’s Room provide accommodation for 8 people. Spa Area and Wine Cellar offer entertainment for your time after the slopes and being centrally located, it is only a short trip to the amenities of the village centre. The Chalet Falcon offers everything an unforgettable winter vacation needs. Only you are missing.
Arla Luxury Home Lech
Lech - AUSTRIA
The sophisticated chalet for exclusive living at the box seat in Lech. Refined chalet architecture meets alpine-modern interior design and selected craftsmanship: in the exclusive Arla Luxury Residence for up to 12 people, you can expect three individually furnished luxury units with private bathrooms, spacious living and dining areas with an open fireplace on over 600 m², various terraces with a breathtaking view of Lech as well as a party room with a state-of-the-art multimedia system, bar, darts, pinball machine and private cinema.
The Arla Luxury Home has two personal spa areas including a sauna, steam bath and relaxation zone, a multifunctional yoga room and two ski rooms. Flexibility, discretion and culinary diversity. As guests in the Arla Luxury Home, you can also enjoy the benefits of the neighboring Hotel Aurelio *****s, which is also open to you from a culinary point of view, whether fine dining menu or flexible half board - book one of the many culinary options in Aurelio’s gourmet restaurant.
Ski-in & ski-out: The chalet offers direct access to the ski slope and is also close to the cross-country ski run and winter hiking trails.
Ski-In and Ski-Out, a cozy atmosphere, an open fireplace in the living room, a spacious SPA area plus 24/7 butler service and a private chef – the luxurious Chalet Mimi in Oberlech am Arlberg offers its guests all this and much more, with a traditional alpine ambience.
Enjoy impressive views overlooking the surrounding mountains: on ski, from the sofa or while enjoying a drink in the hot outdoor-Jacuzzi. Featuring a total of six comfortable bedrooms, including four double rooms, one single room as well as a kids room with two bunk beds, the newly built chalet provides room for up to 13 guests.
When returning from the slopes, the chalet SPA invites you to enjoy a 14 meter indoor pool, Jacuzzi, sauna, steam bath, relaxing area and massage rooms. In the evening, your private chef treats you to Austrian and international delicacies, while your private butler serves excellent wines from the chalets own cellar. In addition to private chauffeur services, the chalet provides comprehensive housekeeping.
Hotel & Chalet Aurelio
Lech - AUSTRIA
The luxury Aurelio Hotel & Chalet is located in the exclusive ski resort of Lech, in Austria’s Arlberg region. The Aurelio offers an enviable ski-in, ski-out location and all rooms guarantee an amazing view overlooking Lech and the mountains.
The Aurelio SPA has everything one could ask for and more - herbal steam rooms, saunas, a gym, large chill-out area and a 23-metre pool. Guests can enjoy massages and cosmetic treatments with exclusive products.
The hotel’s own gourmet restaurant Aurelio’s is not only known to house guests. Its name is well-known along the Arlberg region for its felicitous combination of local delicacies and international cuisine.
Berghotel Biberkopf
Berghotel Biberkopf is the new lifestyle hotel in Warth am Arlberg! Located in the center of the village, Berghotel Biberkopf are the central starting point for everyone who wants to discover the mountains of the Arlberg and the Lechquellen Mountains.
With the hotel lift, which brings their guests directly to the Dorfbahn in Warth, the hotel offers direct access to the fun on the slopes in Austria’s largest ski area in winter. In this architecture and design-oriented hotel, a sensual, relaxed and cozy atmosphere is created for guests. Selected materials and a lot of wood are intended to create a special retreat for adults and almost-adults from the age of 12. Large panorama windows, some with a bench, open the view into the distance.
In the restaurants the hearts of all gourmets beat faster with culinary delights to join in, the tastiest products to take away and the coolest, new food trends. You can find yourself completely in the BiberSpa, the wellness area with mountain village character. With great attention to detail, Berghotel Biberkopf gives you unforgettable moments.
Hotel Almhof Schneider 5*S
Lech - AUSTRIA
For many, the Almhof Schneider is more than just a hotel… It has been home to the family since 1451. This small, luxury, family-owned-and-run ski resort is one of Austria’s most exclusive ski resorts.
Indulging its guests is a tradition at the Almhof Schneider. Their focus is on the thoughtful care of guests and serving a refined, contemporary Austrian cuisine. Both kitchen and cellar trust selected quality producers, using only the best locally sourced ingredients. Highly personalized service with a strong focus on food and wine makes this one of Austria’s 3 star awarded wine lists by World of Fine Wine.
The resorts convenient position in the village, slightly off the main road and at the foot of the beautiful Schlegelkopf Mountain, allows guests to spend their vacation in peace, meander into the center, put their skis outside the front door and enjoy all sporting facilities within close range.
The Arula Chalets
The two luxury chalets in Oberlech are uniquely positioned next to the slope with gorgeous views across the Lech mountain scenery. Each has its own separate spa area, 24/7 butler-service, private chef and driver.
Start your skiing day directly from the front door, before making your last turn in the afternoon right at the ski room of the chalet and enjoy your tea before relaxing in the spacious spa area. Or have a drink in the heated outdoor Jacuzzi on the terrace.
The Arula Chalets leave nothing to be desired: in addition to spacious living areas both chalets have dedicated party rooms and a private cinema. Finish your day dining on Austrian and international delicacies prepared by your private chef. Rounded off by exquisite wines from the wine cellar in each chalet.
Rote Wand Gourmet Hotel
Lech - AUSTRIA
Delight is written in capital letters at Rote Wand. Not only the culinary delights, but also the fascinating surroundings make a vacation at Rote Wand an unforgettable experience. Whether in winter for skiing, winter hiking, cross-country skiing and wellness or in summer for climbing, hiking, mountain biking or simply to enjoy the peace and quiet – the fantastic mountain world of the Arlberg holds a wealth of opportunities for being active and relaxing in every season. Right in the middle of it all, just 3 km from fashionable Lech, this gourmet hotel in Zug awaits you.
Rote Wand is more than just a gourmet hotel on the Arlberg. It is a house where everyone feels welcome and comfortable. More service, more comfort and above all more heart.
Hôtel des Horlogers
Le Brassus - SWITZERLAND
Hôtel des Horlogers is a place to connect with nature, make time for yourself and the things that matter.
The Hôtel des Horlogers is located in the village of Le Brassus in the Vallée de Joux, Switzerland, one of the cradles of Swiss watches. Designed by BIG New York, the building’s avant garde architecture follows the topography of the valley thanks to zigzagging slabs that gradually descend towards the meadow.
Certified Minergie ECO, the hotel has implemented a holistic sustainable approach from the building development to its day to day operations to reduce its environmental impact. The interior design by AU*M immerses visitors in the natural environment of the valley, extending an open invitation to take their time and enjoy life.
With 50 rooms including 12 suites, the four star superior hotel has two restaurants and a bar entrusted to Michelin starred chef Emmanuel Renaut, a wellness area by the swiss brand Alpeor, two conference rooms and a boardroom.
W Verbier
Verbier - SWITZERLAND
Perched at 1,531 meters with immediate access to over 400 km of skiing and hiking terrain, W Verbier mixes contemporary urban alpine design and the hottest W Happenings. The 5* lifestyle hotel offers direct access to the most exciting slopes in Europe, an extraordinary panorama and glamorous nights.
The extra-stylish 123 rooms and suites and the W residences all with fireplace, signature W bed and private balcony are perfect for an intimate escape after an exhilarating day outside. Open all year-round, the luxury establishment offers six bars and restaurants including the bistronomic W Kitchen and the exclusive Eat-Hola Tapas Bar, a relaxing escape in the Away® Spa. W Verbier steals the scene and offers everything under one roof.
The Chedi Andermatt
Zürich - SWITZERLAND
The Chedi Andermatt perfectly combines authentic and Alpine chic with Asian design elements. The five-star deluxe hotel has 123 spacious rooms and suites, in which traditional materials such as warm woods and natural stone create a stylish and intimate atmosphere.
The hotel also offers a variety of excellent dining experiences, with guests enjoying the choice of four outstanding restaurants and bars. Guests can find peace and relaxation in the unique Spa and Health-Club, covering some 2,400 m². Rooms In the 123 tastefully decorated rooms and suites Alpine chic meets Asian elegance, with stunning views over the Gemsstock, the village of Andermatt, the Schöllenenschlucht gorge, the Nätschen and the Oberalp area.
Wellness lovers can visit the spa and take advantage of several baths and saunas (including an organic sauna and a Finnish sauna), a steam bath, a warm and cold-water plunge pool, a hammam, an ice fountain and flower baths. Guests can relax as they wish while enjoying rejuvenating spa treatments in one of the ten spa suites. The spa is deeply rooted in Far-Eastern philosophy and calls on traditional Asian healing arts. Manicures, pedicures and hair styling are also available. The impressive 35-metre long sports pool with glass roof and the 12-metre long heated outdoor pool are also firm favourites.
CERVO Mountain Resort
Surrounded by the rugged beauty of Zermatt, the CERVO is the gateway to the mystical mountain world of the Alps. 54 rooms and suites, seven lodges and each time a small world of its own. Whether as a modern base station for expeditions into the mountains of Zermatt or as a suite with a private spa – every guest will find their home at CERVO.
The culinary part is also an essential for the CERVO spirit. The bar and three restaurants cover a wide variety of culinary traditions. At CERVO, ecological and social responsibility is a central principle. The ethical treatment of people and the environment is part of all processes and permeates all areas: A sustainable energy supply and the natural production of hot water and heating energy are just as much a part of this as the commitment to various projects at local and international level.
Kempinski Palace Engelberg - Titlis | Swiss Alps
Engelberg - SWITZERLAND
In the midst of the mythical mountains of Central Switzerland, the Kempinski Palace Engelberg – Titlis Swiss Alps is the first and only international five-star hotel in the world-famous village of Engelberg.
The hotel offers an exclusive blend of fresh Swiss hospitality, an outstanding luxury service and a unique location where history meets modernity. I
n addition to its 129 rooms and suites, the signature restaurant “Cattani”, “The Palace Bar” and the impressive “Wintergarden”, the Kempinski Palace Engelberg offers a fantastic Wellness and Spa area with an infinity pool as well as modern and multifunctional event facilities, including the historic Kursaal. Everything it takes to create a truly memorable experience for its guests.
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Santa’s Hotel Rakka
Kilpisjärvi - FINLAND
The new Santa’s Hotel Rakka offers 42 hotel rooms and a scenic restaurant for visitors right in the embrace of Saana-fell in the very far corner of Finnish Lapland.
The design of the hotel is inspired by the surrounding wilderness. The hotel adapts seamlessly to the surrounding terrain, and the floor-to-ceiling windows of each hotel room allows you to become one with the fell scenery that opens before you. The hotel’s suite and its sauna offer an unobstructed panoramic view directly to the famous Saana-fell.
When skies are clear, you can also admire the Northern Lights from all hotel rooms. Kilpisjärvi is one of the best places in Finland and the Nordics to see the Northern Lights, thanks to its low light pollution and optimal location.
Katarino Spa Hotel Razlog
A true northern style paradise surrounded by the truly amazing mountain scenery of Pai.
An oasis of calm only steps off from the vibrant walking street of Pai Town. All accommodation has been designed and built in harmony with local style, using individual craftsman and natural materials to ensure a most unique stay. Bamboo walls and a roof of dried leaves ensure the natural indulgence, while modern amenities ensure the comfort of all at any price point.
Located less than 5-minutes from the resort, the Village Farm offers the chance to experience a unique world of fruits, flowers and animals.
Maxi Park Hotel & Spa
Velingrad - BULGARIA
Maxi Park Hotel & SPA is in the heart of the Rhodope Mountain, at the highest point of the SPA capital of the Balkans, with a spectacular view to the whole town and close enough to the clean air and the serenity of nature to forget all about the fast-paced city lifestyle. The hotel is situated within the largest natural pine park in Velingrad and has a number of thermal pools, making it the hotel with the most thermal mineral water pools in the region.
Those who enjoy spending time in nature will surely appreciate a long walk in the surrounding wood, or the hotel’s Eco path that crosses the entire pinewood park. The dedicated hunters and fisherman may make a short trip to the nearby lodges and lakes. And though luxury envelopes the hotel by nature, the design, atmosphere, and facilities have been created to satisfy the needs and taste of their refined guests. The hotel offers a wide range of SPA therapies, including two outdoor pools, three indoor pools, two restaurants, an indoor and outdoor children’s playground, a hair salon, a retail store, a guarded parking, 24/7 reception, and a lobby bar in a baroque design warmed by a magnificent fireplace enriching the atmosphere with genuine tranquility and warmth.
Maxi Park Hotel & SPA may also be the ideal location for business events with its two conference halls, fully equipped for conferences or team building.
Medite Spa Resort & Villas
Sandanski - BULGARIAMedite SPA Resort and Villas***** is a distinctive retreat nestled in the tranquil southwestern region of Bulgaria, at the base of Pirin Mountain. The resort comprises hotel rooms and two villa areas, one of which is exclusively for adults (“Adults only”) and the other caters to families, featuring a mini aqua park for children. Each zone is elegantly decorated, boasting spacious and inviting rooms that provide breathtaking views of the surrounding scenery and the city. The rooms are fitted with either single or double beds, a bathroom with a bathtub or shower, and state-of-the-art amenities such as central air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, a safe, a minibar, a coffee machine or thermos, complimentary WiFi throughout the resort, 24-hour reception, laundry and ironing services, and more.
At Medite SPA Resort and Villas*****, dining is a gastronomic experience that caters to all palates. The complex has multiple restaurants and bars, including: “Prova” Buffet Restaurant - serving an array of Bulgarian and international dishes for breakfast, lunch, and dinner; “Garden” À la carte Restaurant - offering an exquisite selection of European and international cuisine, cooked to order; Lobby Bar - a central hub for relaxation and unwinding; Pool Bar - located at the end of the outdoor pool, where guests can relish light snacks and drinks; “Massa” Night Club - an entertainment hotspot that offers maximum diversity for guests in the late hours. There is a Conference Hall - available for events and meetings and there are indoor and outdoor children’s areas - a safe haven for kids to have fun and play, as well as a Spa centercomplete with a Turkish bath, Jacuzzi, rejuvenating therapies, indoor and outdoor pools, saunas, fitness center, massages, and other health and beauty services.
For those seeking an active holiday, the resort offers various sporting activities such as fitness and swimming, as well as opportunities for mountain tourism and nature walks.
Boutique Hotel Corso
Karlovy Vary - CZECH REPUBLIC
The Boutique Hotel Corso is situated in the spa town centre of Karlovy Vary. It offers modern and stylish accommodation with maximum comfort and above-standard spa services and customer care. The hotel has a wellness centre, a spa centre, and a restaurant.
The fundamentals of the gastronomy are based on the modern principles of freshness, healthfulness, and aesthetics. Boutique Hotel Corso care about the perfect preparation of fresh dishes, and believe that eating could be a great gastronomic experience.
You can spend your free time in the Spa & Wellness centre, pampering yourself in the Turkish Hammam or with special massages and body wraps. All hotel guests are provided with access to the swimming pool, sauna, and steam room.
The historical town of Karlovy Vary offers many other cultural and sporting activities, or you can just stroll through the lush spa forests, the magnificent colonnades, and the other tourist attractions.
Verba Mayr Health Center
Verba Mayr is a unique and the only Austrian Mayr therapy centre in Russia. The centre help you get younger and more energetic, get rid of excess weight and toxins and make your life healthier and happier.
Going to their centre, you will get into the atmosphere of care and comfort, full of relaxation and rest, familiar to you by the level of service of the best world’s Medicine & SPA hotels. Picturesque nature, large forest areas, abundance of water reservoirs, clean air saturated with healing phytoncides make Verba Mayr ideal for climatotherapy, rest and treatment.
Casale Panayiotis
Kalopanayiotis - CYPRUS
Discover village life in Cyprus through a luxury spa retreat, set into an ancient mountain range.
Enjoy the natural wonder and tranquillity of the mountains at the heavenly spa which is bathed in light and hangs over a rippling stream. Bubble your stress away in the hydrotherapy pool, relax in the herbal steam and sauna, revitalize in the snow cabin or enjoy a healing bath ritual with local sulphur-spring water.
All rooms and suites are situated in luxurious restored village houses, dispersed across the village, with wonderful views and intimate courtyards. Wander the mountain trails, explore medieval Byzantine churches and discover local recipes with in-season ingredients from their orchards.
Delfino Blu Wellness Boutique Hotel
Corfu - GREECE
Delfino Blu is a small family-run luxury boutique hotel that will enchant you with the beauty of its simplicity and relaxing atmosphere. It is situated amphitheatrical at the foot of a hill, just above one of the finest sandy beaches on Corfu island, Greece. Special attention has been given to detail and aesthetics, combining Corfiot local tradition with temporary times.
It consists of 12 Rooms and 3 Suites. It facilitates 2 swimming pools, 1 restaurant, a Pool Bar, a Beach Bar –Restaurant, a dedicated area for Spa & Wellness, an open-air Jacuzzi and a Gym.
Innovation and minimum ecological footprint are two concepts that characterize this hotel which aims at delivering a complete experience of luxury and relaxation by using local clay for advanced spa therapies while protecting the environment.
The Cycladic Pavilion
A neoclassical private villa to instill luxury in every aspect of your dream holidays. Inspired by the Baroque times, the Cycladic Pavilion provides all the facilities that meet their guests’ needs and desires. All services are designed around the guests’ comfort and convenience, ensuring the most sensational stay experience.
This establishment can comfortably host up to 6 guests, who may enjoy dining inside or outside, swimming in the private outdoor swimming pool, enjoying the hot tub and sauna, and the beautiful island sunset at the garden or the terrace.
Equipped with aromatherapy and wellness systems in all areas, it creates a gracious feeling of peace and tranquility that everyone is looking for on their vacation.
A romantic garden of roses and begonias is spreading aroma to all the outdoor areas of 1.5 acres and marble imposing statues come to embrace the Cycladic style of the villa. An exquisite venue that can host stylish events of all kinds.
Bettei Senjuan
Gunma - JAPANA modern Japanese-style inn situated at the foot of Mt.Tanigawa.
Bettei Senjyuan is a traditional Japanese modern designed building, surrounded by natural forest and a dynamic Mt. Tanigawa view.
In each of the rooms, guests can see the Mt. Tanigawa, and bathe in a natural 100 percent hot spring. In each of the seasons, the guests can enjoy the differences. The spa treatments are original, using natural snow, spa and river stones.
The food is local and luxury, also for visual enjoyment. There are many activities for guests such as Rafting, Skiing and Trecking.
Kyukaruizawa Kikyo, Curio Collection by Hilton
Nagano - JAPAN
Situated just a five minutes’ walk to Kyukaruizawa Ginza Street – a trendy main street once hosted merchants travelling between the capitals of Kyoto and Edo, old Tokyo.
It’s been popular as Japan’s urban elite destination and reopened as part of Curio Collection by Hilton. A calmful destination getaway just two-hour drive from Tokyo. Indulge yourself with resort scenery or take a deep relax at our Silent Spa. Spice things up with dining experience made from Shinshu local ingredients.
Here is the place where you will feel invited and welcome – where you celebrate every special moment.
Oyado The Earth
Moon and sea are not always friendly. In this wild nature, though, in this untamed Earth, you can find your true self. At the Earth, guests can find themselves and also be reminded that the Earth sustains us. Helping guests to feel these powerful and gentle forces of nature—this is true entertainment.
Oyado The Earth rests in a primeval forest, and sits along cliffs overlooking the Pacific Ocean. The hotel personifies the contours of the Earth and awakens your senses to the wonders of nature.
This is not just a hotel stay - this is a moment in time.
ANA InterContinental Appi Kogen Resort
Hachimantai - JAPAN
ANA InterContinental Appi Kogen Resort embodies international luxury in a spectacular Alpine setting. Overlooking stunning ski slopes in the winter that magically transform to vibrant green scenery in the spring, this is a destination like no other.
All rooms have magnificent views of Appi Kogen, sit at the lobby lounge and enjoy a refreshing beverage or afternoon tea. Before dinner, have an evening aperitif to stimulate your appetite for an amazing meal using the best local ingredients. A well-stocked bar with lots of Japanese Sake, Gins and Whisky on offer too for a night cap.
In the winter, the hotel has perfect Japanese powder snow and with the ski in and ski out facilities, you will effortlessly glide down to the chair lifts. Rejuvenate at the spa or in the rich minerals of the Japanese onsen during the day before marveling at the star-studded night sky in the evening. Enjoy and relish in every moment at ANA InterContinental Appi Kogen Resort.
Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono
Kutchan - JAPANSet in a spectacular natural landscape with stunning views across the Annupuri ranges and Mount Yotei, Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono embodies personal luxury for global connoisseurs.
A true year-round mountain resort with spaces and guestrooms designed for enriching experiences in an environment of carefully curated art, cuisine and contemporary design. Offering spacious guest rooms, suites, residences and penthouses featuring refined interior design, as well as large living and dining spaces, Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono is designed for the complete immersion of sophisticated guests.
Savor gourmet delights with the freshest ingredients in one of Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono’s restaurants, lounges and bars, including Mountain Lounge, Teppan, Olivio and China Kitchen.
Hotel Royal Chiao Hsi
Taipei City - TAIWAN
Famous for its healing power natural hot spring, guests can enjoy indulging in a variety of mineral pools and revitalizing spa treatments. Experience finely selected cuisine with freshly-picked local ingredients, spend a day at the hotel’s par golf course, or try the carefully chosen activities varied by each season.
Hotel Royal Chiao Hsi’s 5-Star services are well known domestically as Taiwan’s leading hotel resort.
Enjoy the internationally praised services, immerse yourself in Taiwan’s most famous hot spring site and relish your soul in this Shangri-la on earth at Hotel Royal Chiao Hsi.
Buri Rasa Village Samui
Koh Samui - THAILANDBe pampered and up-lifted by the ease of living in unpretentious informal luxury amid one of nature’s masterpieces.
Enchanting traditional southern Thai dwellings, nestled in a veritable Garden of Eden with a full comple
ment of servants and services to meet and exceed their every guest’s expectations.
At Buri Rasa Village, Koh Samui all guests will experience ultimate pampering.
Le Monte Hotel Khao Yai
Pakchong - THAILAND
Located in Mu See, this 4-star Pak Chong hotel is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Palio Khao Yai and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Nam Phutt Natural Spring. Bonanza Golf and Country Club and Jungle Golf Club are also within 9 mi (15 km).
All rooms feature thoughtful touches like free minibar items and Capsule coffee makers. There are 2 restaurants and there is an outdoor pool with children’s pool.
There is free WiFi both in public areas and guest rooms. Other amenities include a bar/lounge, a coffee shop, and fitness room.
Onsen @ Moncham
Chiang Mai - THAILANDExperience a new kind of cultural hospitality at Onsen @ Moncham.
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 at one with nature while experiencing a harmonious blend of Japanese Onsen Rituals and Northern Thai Culture.
Onsen @ Moncham is a unique cultural retreat featuring 16 unique, hand appointed guest rooms and suites, a Japanese inspired onsen, three dining outlets, spa, boutique gym, expansive Japanese meditation garden, personalized service and a canvas awaiting your own dramatic inspiration to create amazing memories.
Bliss Sanctuary for Women Canggu
Bali - INDONESIA
Set amongst rice paddies in a quiet laneway Bliss Sanctuary for Women Canggu is close to the beach and a short walk to eclectic shops with a boho vibe, perfect for solo traveling women wanting to take time out and follow their bliss their way.
It has an amazing long pool for relaxation or laps and Bali infused alfresco dining areas as well as a gor
geous treetops yoga shala, with amazing views and beautiful tropical gardens.
Its décor is a Luxurious Modern Balinese Villa with traditional Balinese Joglo, Indonesian reclaimed wooden decks, tailored Balinese furniture and artworks. The newly renovated indoor / outdoor en-suite bathrooms are fitted with large stone baths for a luxurious soak for ultimate relaxation.
As with all Bliss sanctuaries the space is designed for the flow of your experience, the decor is new and old combined with culture and luxury. Comfort, safety, calm, peaceful leisure.
Bliss Sanctuary for Women Seminyak
The Bliss Experience is designed to ensure a memorable Bali holiday in a beautiful sanctuary for women, recognizing the need to get away and take time out from the pressures of everyday life. It is a sanctuary of self-love where you can experience, peace, tranquillity, rest, relaxation, as well as a sense of companionship and the knowledge that you are ‘not alone’.
Experience the best of a health, fitness, spa and yoga retreat in Bali with the freedom and safety of a peaceful Sanctuary environment, with no pressure, no guilt, just beauty, kindness and love. They want you to leave as the best version of yourself simply by creating space in your life to follow your bliss your way.
As with all the sanctuaries the space is designed for the flow of your experience, the decor is new and old combined with culture and luxury. Comfort, safety, calm, peaceful leisure.
Every small detail has been thought out with special wellness elements of an infrared sauna, wellness pool, beautiful onsite yoga shala, lots of areas for quiet meditation and personally trained staff to tend to your every need. This is more than a villa, it’s a sanctuary environment like no other.
Treetops Executive Residences
SINGAPORE
Treetops Executive Residences is an Eco-luxurious retreat in the heart of Singapore. Wake up to lush greenery every day, as 220 units of one to three-bedroom fully serviced suites feature the perfect environment for a refreshing resort-style home away from home experience. For a holistic stay, Treetops Executive Residences is dedicated to going green and aims to offer the finest in Eco-luxury living, without compromising on the conveniences of a city lifestyle.
A fusion of impeccable hospitality and a sustainable Green Philosophy that inculcates greener touches within the living areas and surrounding environment such as organic bathroom amenities and high efficiency air filters within all apartments for better indoor air quality, Treetops delivers an Eco-experience for the Body, Mind & Soul.
Complementing this with personalized serviced and the inculcation of unique experiences through guest activities, Treetops believes in bringing total delight to the discerning travellers within their green oasis.
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
Queenstown - NEW ZEALAND
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa boasts a unique position on the scenic blue shores of Lake Wakatipu, amid a majestic mountain backdrop.
Venture out to explore the area’s natural attractions or go to the center of Queenstown to visit its authentic restaurants, laid-back cafes and bustling bars. After your daily adventures indulge in a soothing therapy at the spa before savoring local favourites at the signature on-site restaurant and bar.
The hotel is situated in the heart of the bustling Kawarau Village, on the beautiful shores of Lake Wakatipu. Conveniently located only five minutes from Queenstown International Airport, the hotel is just a 15-minute drive or 10-minute Queenstown Ferry ride into the center of Queenstown.
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.
Swell Lodge
Christmas Island - AUSTRALIA
Experience secluded eco-luxury like never before at Swell Lodge, nestled in the tropical National Park of Christmas Island, Australia. With only two glass-fronted, solar-powered eco-lodges (each hidden from the other) you will awaken to breathtaking views out over kilometres of uninhabited coastline, marvel at seabirds soaring past your ocean-deck, and indulge in gourmet cuisine crafted by your private chef using fresh, locally-foraged ingredients.
Everything is included, not just an unlimited bar, pantry and satellite WiFi, but daily guided activities including world-class snorkeling, exploring blowholes, jungle waterfalls, secluded beaches, caves, RAMSAR listed wetlands, rare and unusual birds, and if you’re lucky, witnessing the famous annual red crab migration - though you will still see plenty year-round.
Your stay at Swell Lodge promises an unforgettable, one-of-a-kind experience filled with natural wonders.
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SAROVA MARA GAME CAMP
Maasai Mara - KENYA
Sarova Mara Game Camp’s ideal location, right in the heart of the Maasai Mara Game Reserve sets this tented luxury safari property apart, giving access to some of the world’s most thrilling adventures within untamed terrain – intoxicatingly beautiful to say the least.
Accommodation comes in 72 tented rooms with en-suite bathrooms and some tents offering spectacular views of the rolling plains from private verandahs. Dining, an experience that includes organic vegetable harvesting, bush breakfasts and sundowners, is sure to please even the most sophisticated palates.
Game Drives, Balloon Safaris, Nature walks and visits to the nearby Maasai village are some of the amazing activities on offer made delightful by cheery and highly experienced Maasai guides. Join their sustainable actions towards community and environment through tree planting and economic empowerment of local artisans and their families.
Muthu Keekorok Lodge, Maasai Mara, Narok
Maasai Mara - KENYA
Keekorok Lodge is the first property to be located in the Masai Mara Game Reserve. Located in the heart of the savannah, the lodge offers unparalleled access to the wildlife, landscapes, and culture of the iconic region.
Wake up to the sounds of nature and enjoy a morning game drive with their exceptional guides and watch the majestic sunrise while witnessing the Big Five in their natural habitat. Return to the lodge for a delicious meal and relax in the comfortable rooms with private patios and balconies overlooking the garden, pool or Reserve.
They offer a wide range of activities to suit all interests. Take a hot air balloon ride, explore the Keekorok Nature Reserve with a safari, or simply lounge by the pool and soak up the sun. They will provide you with a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
Atlas Crown TIME Luxury Collection
Ilfrane - MOROCCO
Set in Ifrane, Atlas Crown TIME Luxury Collection provides luxury and eco and sustainable accommodation. The accommodation features 3 bedroom luxury villas with an equipped kitchenette area and 2 bathrooms, the villas are equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a safe box, there is a comfortable living area overlooking a beautiful garden and the Atlas Mountain.
To make the stay a more memorable and truly unforgettable experience, a luxury equestrian eco lodge within the premises offers horseback riding and circuit rides through its cedar forest. Set just 13 km from Lion Stone in Ifrane, Atlas Crown TIME Luxuy Collection offers a getaway with a restaurant, year-round outdoor pool, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. This villa has a private pool, a garden and free private parking.
For their future guests, Atlas Crown offers a children’s playground; nature lovers can enjoy horse riding while capturing the beautiful scenery of Atlas Mountain. There is a shared lounge at this property and guests can go skiing nearby. Ifrane Lake is 14 km from the accommodation, while Ain Vittel Water Source is 17 km away. The nearest airport is Fès–Saïs Airport, 58 km from Atlas Crown.
Hôtel Royam
Hôtel Royam, located on the “Petite Côte” in Saly in Senegal, offers calm and a change of scenery in the heart of a tropical garden bordered by a magnificent beach of coconut palms. 117 rooms distributed in sixty bungalows with traditional African architecture are scattered in a lush tropical garden.
Spacious and comfortable, all rooms are decorated in African colours. They are air-conditioned and each has a private terrace with a view of the sea or the gardens.
Around the swimming pool, the “La Teranga” bar and the “Le Calao” restaurant offer a unique view of the sea and the gardens with, à la carte or as a buffet, varied cocktails and traditional catering with Senegalese specialties. Every evening, a live concert animates the terrace.
The Royam has a fully equipped meeting room to accommodate groups and business seminars, as well as a large lawn for wedding parties.
Escarpment Luxury Lodge
Lake Manyara National Park - TANZANIA
Perched high on the rim of the Great Rift Valley, Escarpment Luxury Lodge is a serene haven overlooking the wonder of Lake Manyara below.
Offering 16 private, tastefully decorated chalets, this luxury en-suite accommodation provides visitors with breathtaking views of the picturesque biosphere around Lake Manyara National Park. Every effort has been taken to ensure that the lavish chalets and luxurious accommodation offer the utmost in comfort and luxury.
The main lodge area features a tastefully designed lounge bar just off the restaurant, serving exquisitely crafted dishes. A selection of soothing massages, along with an array of activities such as walking safaris, cultural tours, game drives, bush dinners and breakfasts, make this a truly idyllic destination to escape the stresses of daily life!
African Flair Boutique Safari Lodge
Limpopo - SOUTH AFRICA
Pulsing to the rhythm of Africa’s heartbeat. Embracing the Wilderness, the Wildlife and the Wild at heart, African Flair Boutique Safari Lodge promise to bring distinctive elegance, timeless style and the aroma of nature, providing the ultimate in luxury.
African Flair exclusively accommodates only one couple, adults only, for ultimate privacy and attention to personal detail, and a final touch turns perfection into panache.
By offering the luxurious and breath-taking romantic super King Himba Honeymoon Suite, African Flair promise to bring immersive African Safari stays, romantic escapes special celebrations and bespoke honeymoons.
For an unforgettable night of Romance, make sure you request the Himba STAR BED, experience sleeping under the African Sky, getting to be one with nature and the roar of the African Lion.
Palala Boutique Game Lodge & Spa
Polokwane - SOUTH AFRICA
Set in the majestic Limpopo province in northern South Africa, Palala Boutique Game Lodge is irresistible to those who appreciate exclusivity, fine fare, romance and adventure. A mere 4 hour’s drive from Johannesburg, the lodge is unmistakably 5-star and a haven of sophistication surrounded by 14,000 hectares of authentic bushveld landscape.
The suites are the pinnacle of refinement and opulence, each designed with the ultimate in luxury and comfort in mind. The air-conditioned suites boast queen or king size beds wrapped in imported linen, elaborate solid wooden furniture and large spacious bathrooms. Experience the beating rhythm of Africa’s bushveld with extravagance beyond compare in an enclave of luxury in the wild. The lure of Palala Boutique Game Lodge & Spa will remain in your heart forever. Imagine yourself there…
Rhulani Safari Lodge
The adventure begins the moment you arrive at Madikwe Game Reserve. An African welcome awaits you at the lodge. Rhulani means relax so the idea is to sit back and enjoy the African bush.
Creating Rhulani has been both stimulating and inspirational for the owners. They set out to transform the ordinary into the extraordinary, to build a modern-day refuge, an oasis of calm, a place to nourish the soul and lift the spirit. Rhulani is inviting, come experience the serenity and harmony of this special place, come celebrate nature, celebrate life.
Pondoro Game Lodge
Hoedspruit - SOUTH AFRICA
Pondoro Game Lodge is set on the banks of the Olifants River in Balule Private Game Reserve inside the greater Kruger National Park. Pondoro offers its visitors comfort, sophistication, elegance and a canvas on which to create a truly unforgettable African safari.
In this small, very exclusive 16 bed lodge you will discover the only way to experience the African bush.
At Pondoro you are invited to indulge in the ultimate luxury when selecting any of the 5 luxury suites during your stay. All our suites offer modern comforts in an ancient setting. Three standard en-suite chalets are also available.
Experienced guides in open-topped Landrovers will not only use their knowledge and bushcraft to try and show you the Big Five and other plains game, but they will do their best to paint memories of an Africa that will never fade away.
Nedile Lodge
Vaalwater - SOUTH AFRICA
Nestled deep within the Malaria-free, Big 5 - Welgevonden Game Reserve, situated in the breath taking Waterberg Biosphere is the spectacular Nedile Lodge, where guests are met by pure luxury, warm hospitality and terrific activities to enjoy.
Nedile Lodge offers guests a truly African holiday experience, far from the stress and turmoil of daily life. This true bushveld environment is home to some of Africa’s most sought after game species.
This exclusive 5-star lodge can accommodate 10 guests in 5 luxurious rooms. Nedile’s stylish suites have been positioned perfectly between rocky outcrops, and are complimented perfectly by the breathtaking views of the Waterberg Mountains. Each suite has been designed for complete privacy, relaxation and comfort, and has a private deck, fireplace, ceiling fan, indoor and outdoor shower, and an invitingly luxurious bathroom.
Nkorho Bush Lodge
Mpumalanga - SOUTH AFRICA
An African Jewel, with a diverse abundance of wildlife.
Nkorho Bush Lodge is situated in the Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve and shares an unfenced border with the Kruger National Park. As your day draws to a close, feel the thrill as the nocturnal animals rule the night. You are lured to indulge in typical African cuisine around an open fire in a traditional Leadwood Boma.
Retire for the night in stylish yet homely en-suite thatched chalets that offer comfort with a difference.
Observe the awakening of the bushveld. Your experienced ranger and tracker set you out on a drive to endure the smell of the bushveld as a fresh encounter unfolds before your eyes. The day is filled with opportunity as you are beckoned into the heart of Africa.
Shepherd’s Tree Game Lodge
Sun City - SOUTH AFRICA
Shepherd’s Tree Game Lodge is a luxury 5-star lodge that is tucked away in its own private concession within the malaria-free, big 5 Pilanesberg Game Reserve in the North West Province.
The lodge features 22 Standard rooms, 4 spacious executive suites, and 3 beautiful villas adjacent to the magnificent main lodge. Each suite features en-suite bathrooms with outdoor showers, private patio, tea and coffee making facilities, mini bar and safe with our executive suites and villas offering their own heated private plunge pool, lounge and tv area.
Guests can partake in 2 daily safaris with a knowledgeable guide in an open vehicle. The main lodge offers sweeping vistas of the African bush which can be admired from the main entertainment areas and heated rim-flow swimming pool. A gourmet restaurant, boma, bar area, curio shop, conference room and Amani Spa are amongst some of the facilities on offer.
Fairlawns Boutique Hotel & Spa
Johannesburg - SOUTH AFRICA
With close attention to detail and exceptional service, Fairlawns creates an intimate atmosphere where some of the globe’s most vibrant personalities converge. The 41 chic, upscale suites are individually decorated in varying themes, each featuring every desired modern amenity.
The hotel also caters to a variety of culinary tastes with an array of elegant dining experiences to choose from. Located in Johannesburg, South Africa’s largest city and gateway to the rest of Africa, Fairlawns is situated just 6 km from central Sandton, and 20 km from the Johannesburg city centre, to offer the upmarket traveller a delicate mix of luxury and convenience.
Fairlawns is perfectly suited for a unique hideaway, romantic getaway and a private setting for those wishing to avoid the typical. Enjoy a tranquil respite from bustling Johannesburg for your special occasion, be it a romantic dinner in the gazebo, high tea or a bespoke cocktail function.
Jaci’s Lodges
Set in the magnificent Madikwe Game Reserve in South Africa’s North-West Province, Jaci’s Lodges offers guests the ideal destination for unrivalled game-viewing, unique luxury accommodation options, outstanding service and tailor-made safari activities.
Jaci and Jan van Heteren are the founders and owner-manager couple behind Jaci’s Lodges. A dynamic duo, they have spent over 30 years working together to create and sustain their dream of a wildlife and safari experience that surpasses guests’ expectations.
Jaci’s Lodges is a true testament to the van Heterens’ insight into the needs of couples, groups and families looking for an authentic, upmarket safari getaway with no keys, no worries, outstanding food and luxury amenities…
Additionally, they are passionately committed to empowering and uplifting the individuals who make The Jaci’s Experience so special. Jaci’s Lodges is run by a team of 50 people, most of whom live in the local community. Each person who works at the lodge contributes to the daily running, management, maintenance and service that has made Jaci’s Lodges famous throughout the years.
Shamwari Private Game Reserve
Shamwari Private Game Reserve, one of the largest malaria-free private game reserves in South Africa’s Eastern Cape province, is situated along the Bushman’s River, halfway between Port Elizabeth and Grahamstown.
Shamwari, meaning “friend” in the local Shana language, is one of Africa’s leading Big5 safari destinations spanning some 25 000 hectares. This private reserve boasts five ecosystems supporting many plant, bird and animal species. It is also home to one of South Africa’s most experienced wildlife teams. Six uniquely styled lodges and the Shamwari Explorer Camp offer a distinctive ambience in untamed Africa.
Guests’ activities include visits to the unique Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre and Born Free Big Cat Rescue and Education Centers, and Riverdene and Long Lee Manor offers a Kids on Safari program that educates and entertains. Guided bush walks, spa treatments, and stargazing are available on request. Shamwari’s conservation initiatives draw attention to the plight of wild cats and abandoned, and injured wild animals.
Kuganha Tented Camp
Ceres - SOUTH AFRICA
The luxurious 5-star Kuganha Tented Camp and Spa is a tranquil safari dreamscape located in a naturally protected oasis on the Inverdoorn Private Game Reserve, where guests will feel a sense of exclusivity and serenity.
The beautifully appointed tents are sensitively arranged amongst the thick wooded Acacia Karoo trees, with an inviting pool overlooking the Karoo veld with golden mountains on the horizon. If you’re lucky, you may even be visited by elephants!
This private camp can only be reached with a ranger-driven safari vehicle and is for the exclusive enjoyment of adult Kuganha guests only. Guests at both reserves are welcome to book activities not included in their package deal, at an additional cost, including spa treatments, horseriding, e-bikes, and picnics in the game reserve.
Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa
Ceres - SOUTH AFRICA
Situated a mere 2 hours from Cape Town, Aquila is a Big 5 safari destination and spa that has been a traveller, local and family favourite for many years. This 10,000-hectare conservancy is home to the Big 5 –elephant, lion, buffalo, rhino, and leopard – as well as a significant amount of other wild game.
Aquila offers 6 room types, from basic, through to luxuriously appointed rooms that offer stunning views of the reserve. You can even spot elephants, giraffes, buffalo, and other wildlife from your room if you’re lucky! Also on offer are Quad and Horseback Safaris, plus Day Safaris especially catering to travellers who only have a day to spare for a safari experience.
The gorgeous Tranquila Spa boasts 10 treatment rooms, a sauna, a heated indoor pool and cold plunge pool, and a steam room which can be enjoyed by guests who have booked treatments from the extensive spa menu. A typical day ends with a star safari and marshmallow break after dinner, offering guests the opportunity to swap safari stories around a fire.
Avontuur Manor House
Cape Town - SOUTH AFRICA
The Avontuur Manor House provides guests with the most comfortable and stylish of interiors and the most enjoyable farm lifestyle experience possible. Avontuur Estate is a well-known wine Estate in Stellenbosch South Africa, at the foothills of the Western facing slopes of the Helderberg mountain. Avontuur has been producing quality wine grapes for more than 140 years and this historical commitment is still reflected today in our range of award-winning wines.
The Avontuur Manor House, newly renovated, has 9 private Suites, 4 lounges, a tennis court, conference facilities, a swimming pool, pavilion, and large rolling lawns. The Avontuur Restaurant and tasting room is right on your doorstep and a mere 200m walk away.
Be captivated by the exquisite views over False Bay and the famous Table Mountain with a magnificent backdrop of the Helderberg Mountains. Add to this a vista graced with our prided racehorses to offer you a picture-perfect and unforgettable setting for your special occasion.
Avontuur is also home to some of South Africa’s finest thoroughbred racehorses and the stud operation continuously breed Champions all over the world.
La Belle Tortue Lodge
Mahé - SEYCHELLES
La Belle Tortue are not a resort, not an island hotel, they are a luxury and private property with 5 stars services standards. And that is precisely why La Belle Tortue are able to offer such a rare and exclusive experience, where you can relax, discover the Wildlife, Hiking, Boat excursions, they have what you expect!
La Belle Tortue is a 9 rooms boutique hotel in the middle of the Indian Ocean, on Silhouette Island, Seychelles, with a gastronomic restaurant and an eco-responsible approach. A personalized, discreet and respectful service is offered, with several years of experience in French luxury for epicurean customers who like to enjoy life.
They cook fresh, carefully selected, quality products. La Belle Tortue will make you discover or rediscover the local flavors and the essentials of French cuisine, accompanied by one of the bottles from vineyards selected with passion around the world.
The French Chef takes pleasure in preparing a four-course menu for you every day, with original creations and market products. Mixing techniques from here and there, he will make you discover local products according to the fishing and the seasons.
Caille Blanc Villa & Hotel
Soufriere - ST. LUCIA
Perched cliffside overlooking the majestic pitons and Soufriere bay in Saint Lucia, Caille Blanc Villa & Hotel offers guests an uncommon luxury experience with personalized stays in each of its six uniquely appointed suites.
Each suite is decorated with treasures from around the world which accent the locally crafted hand hewn four poster beds with safari netting. Open the doors to the suites to view Saint Lucia’s glorious pitons and bask in the privacy of individual pools. Take a dip in the 65 foot infinity pool where the waters converge with the sky and rainbows reflect from above.
Guests enjoy the complimentary breakfast buffet daily as well as local specialties. The Pavilion restaurant provides lunch and transforms at night to provide romantic candlelight dinners. The on-site services include a cultural immersion in Saint Lucia’s gastronomic and farming resources with lessons in coal pot cooking and chocolate making.
The team addresses all of the requests of guests including spa services and creating special events. Caille Blanc Villa & Hotel is a special place where guests return year after year.
Saint Andrews - Gramado
Gramado - BRAZIL
Saint Andrews Castle is located in the heart of a distinctly European enclave facing the Quilombo Valley in the Serra Gaucha, a wonderful natural landmark of the “Romantic Route”.
Originally built with inspiration from castles and Scottish architecture, with an atmosphere of privacy and exclusivity. There are 19 suites ranging from contemporary to glamorous. The lush gardens and lake are the backdrop of the award-winning Primrose Restaurant. The Gourmet Winery offers a reserved space for exclusive dinners.
Glass walls surround the heated indoor pool, while the Thai-inspired spa includes two massage rooms, solarium, valley-view thermal pool, wet and dry sauna.
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
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