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'19feb11
Hostal Las Olasmore
Heading to Copacabana? If you want to take a break from run-off-the-mill hotels, check out the quirky little place called Hostal Las Olas Guesthouse. It’s a complex of ten private villas, all of which come in different shapes and with unique interiors (my personal favourite is the seashell). Las Olas ...
'19jan18
Glendoria more
Do you want to get away from everything and everyone? You have a pretty good chance at Glendoria Hotel, hidden away in the forests and meadows of the Masurian Lake District in Poland. Glendoria offers a combination of conventional hotel rooms housed in a 1930s building and glamping in stylish ...
'18oct4
The Torridon Hotelmore
The Torridon Hotel is set on 58 acres of private parkland in one of the most scenic parts of the United Kingdom. Located on the banks of Loch Torridon, the property overlooks the iconic Scottish Highlands landscape: snow-capped mountains, glittering lochs and miles upon miles of fields and forests. This ...
'18sep24
The Woodman's Treehousemore
Did you dream of living in a treehouse as a child? Well, the Woodman’s Treehouse in Dorset, UK, is exactly like that except a lot more fancy and designer-looking than your scraped-knee eight-year-old self had imagined. Set in the canopy of an old oak, this place is playful and luxurious ...
'18sep21
Nellim Wilderness Hotelmore
When you think of a safari, your mind probably doesn’t immediately jump to Finland. Well, it’s got all it takes: unspoiled wilderness, scenic views and wonderful wildlife. Only the form of transport perhaps isn’t what you’re imagining. Instead of a safari jeep, you’ll be traveling around on a snowmobile or ...
'18aug14
Wild Coast Tented Lodgemore
Simply put, Wild Coast Tented Lodge is paradise. Perfectly located on the Indian Ocean in the south of Sri Lanka, this luxury camp resort combines the romance of colonial camping with modern comfort and environmental awareness. Throw a daily-changing menu and sundowner cocktails to the mix, and you’ve got the ...
'18jul31
Amanemu more
Located in a remote part of the beautiful Ise-Shima National Park in Japan, Amanemu is a hidden luxury retreat. The resort overlooks Ago Bay, known as the Bay of Pearls, and is surrounded by lush forests and golf courses. The architecture of Amanemu is a true celebration of minimalism. Inspired ...
'18jul23
Limalimo Lodgemore
Limalimo’s locations is an indisputable 10/10. Perched on an edge of a cliff in Simien Mountains National Park, Ethiopia, it has it all: panoramic views, untouched nature and a bit of a thrill. It’s also easily accessible by road and located just a few kilometers away from Debark, the main ...
'18jul16
Mumbo Islandmore
If you hate the tourist hotspots and want some peace and quiet on your holiday, there is one extreme solution. Yes, you guessed right: a desert island. Mumbo Island is a private island that was never populated prior to becoming an eco-camp so it’s perfectly pristine. It welcomes only fourteen ...
'18jul5
Naries Namakwa Retreatmore
Naries Namakwa is a retreat in the Northern Cape Province, South Africa, that really stands out for its beautiful, secluded location. For most of the year, the area is a semi-desert featuring mainly drought-resistant plants such as succulents and aloes. Between August and October, however, the unwelcoming landscape is completely ...
'18jul1
Wolwedans Dunes Lodgemore
Wolwedans’ tagline is “simply out of this world” and it’s hard to disagree with that statement. The setting is surreally beautiful. Red sand dunes stretch as far as the eye can see and distant mountain ranges emerge through the mist on the horizon. This place is home to a whole ...
'18jun18
Okahirongo Elephant Lodgemore
Okahirongo Elephant Lodge is located in the unspoiled wilderness of Purros Conservancy in Namibia. The entire complex seeks to highlight and celebrate the surroundings: the buildings seamlessly blend in with the landscape and the interiors are as open as possible allowing you to enjoy the beautiful views from anywhere in ...
'18jun13
Zambezi Queenmore
Do you think that cruise holidays are outdated? Think again. A holiday on Zambezi Queen is not your usual river cruise. The luxurious 5-star houseboat was designed as an unconventional way of exploring the Chobe National Park. As the boat slowly drifts along the river, you will enjoy the front-row ...
'18jun11
Pelican Point Lodgemore
Pelican Point Lodge is one of those hotels that isn’t just accommodation, but a destination in itself. The lodge took its name from the Pelican Point, where it’s situated. It’s a remote peninsula off the coast of Namibia with the Atlantic Ocean on one side and the Walvis Bay on ...
'18jun5
Les Collines De Niassammore
Imagine waking up in a little tree house perched on top of a baobab tree with sun gently soaking through the curtains. You look out the window and see nothing but the baby-blue water of the mangrove lagoon. Sounds magical? Well, in Les Collines de Niassam, an eco-lodge complex in ...
'18apr12
La Fortuna at Atitlánmore
Formed by prehistoric volcanic activity, Lago de Atitlán or Lake Atitlán, is one of the most magnificent tourist destinations in Highland Guatemala. Situated about three hours west of Guatemala City, the aquamarine waters glisten beneath the impressive volcanoes and fertile hills that encompass it. There are a dozen towns skirting ...
'18apr9
Maya Ubud Resort & Spamore
The Maya Ubud Resort is an idyllic tropical getaway located in the heart of Bali. Perched above the Petanu River valley and Peliantan rice fields, it offers sweeping views of the lush tropical gardens and surrounding landscape. The resort sprawls across 10 hectares with a variety of guestrooms, thatched villas, ...
'18apr4
The Bubble Suite de Solognemore
Stargazers rejoice! The Insolites de Sologne, located in France, is known for their unique, clear “bubble” suites. The Pond’s Bubble is the second largest bubble in France and offers luxury accommodations for up to two guests. The suite is actually made up of two bubbles and is located on the ...
'18jan31
Talist Siwa more
Talist Siwa in Egypt is an ecological lifestyle experience. Talist means ‘Lake’ in the local Amazig language and that’s exactly where this lodge is located – next to the Siwa Lake close to the Libyan border. It has a stunning view of the Jafar and Al Gary Mountains. This family ...
'18jan15
Schafbergspitze Hotelmore
1,780 meters above sea level, this hotel was built in 1862. It was the first mountain hotel in Austria. It is perched on the summit of the Schafberg and has a view that will fry your breath. Originally patrons accessed the hotel by stage coach and by using local chair ...
'18jan12
Deplar Farm more
Fancy a trip of a lifetime? Head to the land of fire and ice, better known as Iceland, and stay at a converted sheep farm! Deplar Farm is located in Iceland’s northern Fljot valley. With just 13 rooms, Deplar is the ultimate getaway for those seeking to explore the beautiful, ...
'18jan10
Britannia Hut more
The Britannia Hut is one of the most popular huts in the Swiss Alps – quite an achievement when you consider how many of them there are. Indeed every time I think I’ve written about all them, more appear. All the huts seem to have been built around the same ...
