Villas carved into cliffs, pools that appear to float in midair, and a restaurant overseen by a Michelin-starred chef – Desert Rock is rewriting the rules of desert luxury in Saudi Arabia's ambitious Red Sea development. Twenty minutes from Red Sea International Airport, hidden among granite massifs where the Hejaz …
Two specially commissioned holiday apartments located high in the Austrian Alps where the scented air holds, in its spell, spicy conifer forests and ancient glaciers. Professor of architecture, Andreas Meck used bird’s nests for his inspiration. He placed his design hotel on the edge of a deep valley with views …
Two hours from Milan and Venice, you’ll find the Grand Hotel a Villa Feltrinelli, built in 1892 on the western shore of Lake Garda (Italy’s largest lake)! A short walk from the center of the small town of Gargnano, this elegant peach-colored hotel in a neo-Gothic villa is a bit …
Firefly Ski Chalet is not just a place to sleep after enjoying Zermatt Lodge skiing—it’s a four-star hotel with modern architecture, excellent amenities, and a swell location that complements your skiing experience. All 15 luxury suites are themed and reflect one element coinciding with a color concept. For example, the …
The South Tyrolean, family-run Hotel Chalet Mirabell, offers alpine luxury above the picturesque town of Merano. The charming Italian location is famous for its spas and art nouveau buildings. The hotel's 64,600 ft² (6,000 m²) SPA & Relax zone features the longest heated natural swimming pond in South Tyrol. But …
This 1400 acre Caribbean Island is some kind of Olympus of celebrity. A haunt of the famous and privileged… wait a sec, you will have to give me a minute to transcend my jealousy here… thanks. Just imagine the most beautiful deserted tropical beach, and you get to stay in …
Located on top of a cliff overlooking the coast of Ibiza, this private estate is apparently two hours trip from every European capital city. It is located in an unspoiled natural reserve park that allows you the chance to relax in a natural environment. The whitewashed walls are in traditional …
Although the name of this hotel invokes an image of the famous sculpted ice palaces of Scandinavia, the Ice House Hotel’s name is actually derived from its structure. Originally known as the Iceland Cottage, the hotel is a blend of the 19th-century building and the contemporary floor-to-ceiling glass installation. The …
A South African icon towering 470 feet above the Sandton skyline, the Michelangelo Towers offers panoramic views of the Magaliesberg, the Johannesburg Central Business District (CBD), and the Sandton cityscape. The Michelangelo Towers are located in the heart of the Richest Square Mile in South Africa. Guests will find a …
Nestled in Norway’s highest mountain range, the enchanting village of Heggenes is perched between two picturesque national parks. At an altitude of 500 meters, you will find the exclusive boutique hotel Herangtunet. This stunning estate seems as if it was taken from the pages of a fairytale. Set amid an …
This exclusive find in Tokyo boasts only two private rooms, perched above a mysterious bar that hides on the first floor of a contemporary concrete building. Boutique Sauna Arch overlooks the cobblestone streets of Kagurazaka in the heart of Japan's megalopolis. Just as a pub is to the Irish, a …
Steeped in history, the Lloyd Hotel in Amsterdam originally opened in the 1920s. Over the years, the hotel has served as a refugee center, juvenile detention center, and artist studios. It reopened in 2004 as the Lloyd Hotel with 117 rooms, complete with a Cultural Embassy which, according to the …
The Cheval Blanc Courchevel is a skiing-friendly hotel and haven that provides a wonderful location in Jardin Alpin, near the world-class Courchevel 1850 location — home of the largest ski domain on Earth. Besides an ideal lodging hotel, this establishment boasts amazing designer interiors and great wood and bronze furnishings. …
Located on a Dutch farm, this B&B is themed around the straw. Sleep in the hayloft on the world’s most luxurious straw bed with plenty of comforters, covers, and pillows. The rest of the decoration is fairy-tale themed guaranteed to make you feel like a princess; there are chandeliers, cow …
A private retreat in the South Pacific’s Fiji Islands, Dolphin Island Huka Retreats offers four rooms with accommodations for just eight guests at a time to enjoy the ultimate peace and serenity that comes with island life. With 14 acres to enjoy, guests can enjoy a plethora of activities, from …
The Casa Zinc is a boutique hotel situated in the resort town of La Barra where the beaches and parties are only minutes away. This hotel was imagined and built by an antique fanatic, Aaron Hojman. He salvaged and restored all the antique and vintage stuff you can see here. …
A name synonymous with glamour and prestige, The Savoy stands on the banks of the River Thames in one of London’s best addresses. From there, you can see the famous skyline. The best of London is within walking distance… the theatre district, the art galleries, the opera, the famous clubs, …
Bolivia has some of the largest and most elevated salt flats in the world. Named Salar de Uyuni, they are located 3658m above sea level. The salt crust covers an extended area of 4,085 square miles. Many of the towns in this area have special traditions and customs. Out here, …
The Marriot chain of hotels is known for its luxurious accommodations, a wide array of services, and extraordinary hospitality. The Henry Hotel, part of Marriot’s Autograph Collection, is situated in a prime locale of Dearborn, Michigan. The hotel focuses on providing a beautifully modern facility and excellent customer service for …
This was the first luxury resort on Koh Samui; one of Thailand’s most idyllic islands. It has changed hands a few times but remains one of the most high-status spots on the island. The design of the hotel is “classic Thai” and makes the most of its unspoiled surroundings. Arrive …