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Set on the edge of Kibale Forest National Park, this Uganda lodge pairs handmade design, Batooro hospitality and direct access to one of Africa’s most compelling wildlife encounters
From conservation-led stays to design-driven eco retreats, these experiences reflect a more considered direction for luxury travel – where impact, place and purpose are increasingly intertwined
Overlooking Lumpini Park, the reimagined Dusit Thani Bangkok trades the city’s usual intensity for space, light and a quieter expression of luxury
A curated guide to Bali’s top dining destinations, where atmosphere, craftsmanship and style converge
Now open in Addo Elephant National Park, this design-led retreat combines private villas, personalised itineraries and conservation-focused safari experiences
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The Summer 2026 edition spotlights the new wave of small-ship luxury cruising – from Paspaley Pearl in the Kimberley to APT Solara in Germany’s wine country, a Ganges journey with Uniworld and Oberoi, and Mediterranean style aboard The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection. On land, highlights span New Orleans’ luxury revival, a mountain retreat in northern Vietnam and design-led stays in Florence, Bangkok and Los Angeles.
As travellers seek depth over scale, luxury cruise lines are reshaping small-ship travel with inventive onboard experiences, expert-led enrichment and access to the world’s rarest destinations
Across the world’s leading hotels and wellness retreats, sleep is no longer a side benefit – it’s the main event. From personalised sleep concierges to AI-powered mattresses, the art of rest has become travel’s most luxurious pursuit
On its own island on the Thu Bồn River, Namia River Retreat is a new-generation Vietnamese resort where wellness rituals, local culture and sustainable design come together just minutes from Hoi An’s ancient town
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Now open in Addo Elephant National Park, this design-led retreat combines private villas, personalised itineraries and conservation-focused safari experiences
Four Seasons has launched its first purpose-built yacht, extending its hotel-led approach to service into ultra-luxury travel at sea
Set in Ella’s tea-covered highlands, Uga Resorts’ upcoming boutique retreat pairs a restored manor with private villas and immersive local experiences
The first 1 Hotel in Japan has opened in Tokyo’s Akasaka district, bringing the brand’s biophilic design, sustainability-led hospitality and Bamford spa concept to the upper floors of Akasaka Trust Tower.
The UK’s first Six Senses hotel has opened inside the restored Whiteley department store in Bayswater, introducing a 2,300-square-metre spa and the brand’s first urban members’ club as it expands beyond its traditional resort destinations
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Just outside Bathurst, heritage-listed Littlebourne Guest House pairs a sensitive architectural revival with the region’s emerging wine, dining and distilling scene – offering a richly layered country escape within easy reach of Sydney
Destinations
Explore the world with these timeless destinations
From conservation-led stays to design-driven eco retreats, these experiences reflect a more considered direction for luxury travel – where impact, place and purpose are increasingly intertwined
In the Pampas near San Antonio de Areco, Argentina’s gaucho traditions still shape daily life, from horsemanship and silversmithing to estancias, asado and long rides across the grasslands
Aventora Resort Baía Formosa will debut in 2028 in Rio Grande do Norte, marking the first property under Minor Hotels’ new Minor Reserve Collection luxury brand
From the Danube and Rhône to Portugal’s Douro Valley and Colombia’s Magdalena River, AmaWaterways is redefining luxury river cruising with Complimentary Land Packages on select 2026 and 2027 departures – extending each journey with seamless city stays, expert-led touring and more time to explore
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As travellers seek depth over scale, luxury cruise lines are reshaping small-ship travel with inventive onboard experiences, expert-led enrichment and access to the world’s rarest destinations
Overlooking Lumpini Park, the reimagined Dusit Thani Bangkok trades the city’s usual intensity for space, light and a quieter expression of luxury
Around the globe, visionary chefs and daring designers are redefining what it means to eat out, turning dinner into theatre, spectacle and sensory immersion
Across continents, a new wave of design-led spaces – from sculptural lodges and museums to off-grid retreats – is reshaping the way we experience beauty, place and stillness
We travel far and we travel wide, but it is when we travel deep that true transformation begins. Here we unearth a curated collection of incredible experiences that invite travellers to immerse fully, connect meaningfully, and develop a richer understanding of the world and our place in it
From sculptural cafes to serene retreats, these are the places where design takes centre stage. This curated collection brings together the spaces that linger in our minds long after checkout – places where architecture, materiality and mood elevate the experience of travel itself
At Malolo Island Resort in Fiji’s Mamanuca Islands, luxury is found in family ownership, island rhythms, thoughtful dining and the rare feeling of being truly connected to place
From glass-still lagoons to empty crescents of sand, these floating sanctuaries unlock access, autonomy and a deeper sense of escape.
Fiji is for lovers. For dreamers. For sun seekers. But to be sure, this paradisical archipelago is heaven for adrenaline junkies, too.
More than postcard-perfect beaches, Fiji offers a tapestry of experiences that reveal an infectious spirit that sits at heart of the islands.
From private island villas to bespoke experiences, Fiji has become a natural choice for travellers looking to turn a milestone event into a luxe holiday
Cruises
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Unhurried elegance, infinite horizons, secret shores … Ponant Explorations’ luxury fleet delivers destinations of dreams in the off-seasons
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A Mekong River journey with AmaWaterways blends luxury cruising with immersive land experiences across Vietnam and Cambodia, from Angkor temples to floating markets and village life
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Accommodation
Check in to these design-led hotels, resorts and lodges
Overlooking Lumpini Park, the reimagined Dusit Thani Bangkok trades the city’s usual intensity for space, light and a quieter expression of luxury
Just outside Bathurst, heritage-listed Littlebourne Guest House pairs a sensitive architectural revival with the region’s emerging wine, dining and distilling scene – offering a richly layered country escape within easy reach of Sydney
At Malolo Island Resort in Fiji’s Mamanuca Islands, luxury is found in family ownership, island rhythms, thoughtful dining and the rare feeling of being truly connected to place
Be swept up in the rhythm and flow of this under-explored Indonesian island
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Spacious, private and thoughtfully appointed, these luxury residences create the perfect setting for families to gather and connect
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Experiences
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Set on the edge of Kibale Forest National Park, this Uganda lodge pairs handmade design, Batooro hospitality and direct access to one of Africa’s most compelling wildlife encounters
From conservation-led stays to design-driven eco retreats, these experiences reflect a more considered direction for luxury travel – where impact, place and purpose are increasingly intertwined
A curated guide to Bali’s top dining destinations, where atmosphere, craftsmanship and style converge
In the Pampas near San Antonio de Areco, Argentina’s gaucho traditions still shape daily life, from horsemanship and silversmithing to estancias, asado and long rides across the grasslands
From glass-still lagoons to empty crescents of sand, these floating sanctuaries unlock access, autonomy and a deeper sense of escape.
Uncover where to stay, dine and play on your next holiday
From centuries-old palaces and hanok neighbourhoods to design-led hotels, late-night dining and quietly stylish districts, this city guide to Seoul explores where tradition and modern life sit side by side
From baroque palaces to modernist interventions, Valletta is a playground for lovers of architecture, interiors and craftsmanship
Where cobblestones meet cutting-edge culture, Boston’s storied past and dynamic present create a city experience rich in heritage, style and spirit.
Switzerland’s lakes, mountains and medieval towns make the perfect add-on to a Rhine River cruise. This four to five-day journey through Interlaken and Lucerne balances adventure with relaxation
From a noble villa in the Quirinale district, sixth-generation hotelier Andrea Spalletti Trivelli shares his four-day insider’s journey through Rome
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