Escaping for a dose of relaxation and rejuvenation goes beyond identikit ‘fly-and-flop’ destinations to superlative resorts around the world that have put real thought and energy into their wellbeing offerings - whether that be escaping into the tropical jungle for some forest bathing, or submitting to the hands of an expert therapist in a spa that blends state-of-the-art technology with indigenous traditions and botanical know-how.
GREECE
Experience Ayurvedic healing and hiking in the Aegean
Curated adventures across land and sea are the focal point of the new-in-2024 One & Only Kéa Island, part of the super-luxury brand known for its immersive local experiences. Opening in April on a secluded bay on Greece’s only fully self-sustaining island, One & Only will be a one-of-a-kind Cycladic hideaway in a largely undiscovered spot.
MEXICO
Combine brand-new boho chic with Tulum’s Mayan sites
Secrets Tulum Resort & Beach Club is an exciting 2023 opening. It's an adult-only, all-suite (and one-villa) style resort, situated on the outskirts of hip Tulum. We love its nature-inspired designs by award-winning architect Michael Edmonds, which include cenote-style pools connected by a lazy river and surrounded by white sand. Its contemporary rooms are decorated in natural materials and it has a brilliant spa and dedicated areas for meditation and yoga.
MALDIVES
Discover a secret lawn, a jungle speakeasy and a floating pontoon
Experience the new-from-late-2023 luxury resort of SO/ Maldives, effortlessly blending art and fashion. It’s part of the Ennismore Collection global collective of lifestyle brands, which was included in Fast Company’s World’s Most Innovative Companies lists in 2020 and 2021. Here you will experience a tropical sanctuary with bespoke over-water villas, diverse dining, a serene spa, and a bohemian beach club.
HEAR WHAT OUR CUSTOMERS SAY
“I love Portugal’s Algarve for the beaches, golfing, great hotels and endless places to eat, but I wasn’t aware of the Benagil cave. This gigantic sea cave has two openings facing the sea and even has its own indoor beach. Well worth a visit either by a boat tour or kayak."
Jennifer
TRAVEL COUNSELLOR CUSTOMER
ZANZIBAR
Revel in luxury and the rich history of this tranquil coast
LUX* Marijani is paradise defined: an iconic sandy beach on the island’s tranquil northeast coast, the brilliant blue waters of the Zanzibar archipelago, an Arab architecture with a coastal Swahili vibe inspired by the Spice Island’s storied past, the most creative dining experiences, wellbeing at every corner, and a curated collection of truly extraordinary experiences. The complex, fascinating past of Zanzibar, has long lured curious travellers, and here you can immerse yourself in the culture, whilst being wrapped in luxury.
ALGARVE
Dine in a floating restaurant and swim in a pool with a natural-sand bottom
Resorts don’t come with any more exciting facilities than Domes Lake Algarve: count among its incredible offerings an award-winning spa and wellness activities, as well as a permanent in-house golf pro and a golf concierge. Each summer the golf pro teaches children from a young age to play golf on a complimentary basis, while adults can pre-book lessons.
MAURITIUS
Dine under Raj tents on a jetty, or go for a picnic by Rolls-Royce Phantom
The only five-star all-villa resort on the west coast of Mauritius (famed for its spectacular sunsets), Maradiva Villas is one of our top recommendations on the island for foodies, with fantastic options including an Asian dining cove and dinner at neighbouring sister hotel Sands Suites Resort & Spa thanks to its Dine-Around concept.
