WE GET IT. YOU DON’T DO ‘ORDINARY’. NEITHER DO WE. FROM EXPLORING THE HIGH-ALTITUDE WATERFALLS OF ARGENTINA TO DONNING YOUR BEST SUIT FOR A ‘JAMES BOND’ DRIVING TOUR, THIS IS TRAVEL AT ITS MOST REMARKABLE.
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Set within the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve of Baa Atoll, .Here, a Seaside Collection Resort, is an ultra-luxury private island retreat with just nine residences spread across two natural islands: Somewhere and Nowhere. Designed around the Art of Duality, the resort brings together beach and overwater living, sunrise and sunset, and lagoon and open-ocean experiences, while offering an unusually high level of space and privacy. The resort describes itself as the smallest ultra-luxury resort in the Maldives.
The Resort
Somewhere Island is home to seven two-storey residences: five three-bedroom residences and two four-bedroom residences. Each combines beach and overwater living within one residence, with multi-level terraces, private jetties and a private infinity sky pool measuring approximately 44–47 metres in length. The design and interiors are by KulörGroup and Muza Lab, with architecture and interiors shaped around the natural landscape and views across the lagoon and ocean.
Across the natural sandbank, Nowhere Private Island comprises a five-bedroom Presidential Residence and a three-bedroom Water Residence. The private island also features its own beach, private cinema, Fehi Spa and gym with sauna, offering the option to reserve Nowhere exclusively. Alternatively, the entire .Here experience can be bought out across both islands for a fully private stay.
Amenities
Dining is centred around SAFAR, the resort’s restaurant and bar, open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, with cuisine inspired by flavours and cultures from around the world. Guests can also arrange private dining in their residence, destination and beach dining, and in-residence dining is available around the clock.
For wellness and adventure, .Here has a dedicated watersports centre, private scuba diving access and Fehi Wellness, where treatments, private yoga and personalised training form part of the offering. The surrounding waters of Baa Atoll provide opportunities for diving and snorkelling, with curated experiences including visits to the protected waters of Hanifaru Bay.
The resort’s location also brings another dimension to the stay. Guests of .Here have access to the facilities, restaurants and experiences at neighbouring Finolhu, with on-demand boat transfers between the two resorts. Together, the two properties create access to four islands while retaining the intimacy of .Here itself.
For travellers looking for a different take on the Maldives, .Here is defined by its remarkable sense of scale and privacy: just nine residences, two natural islands, private arrival jetties and some of the longest private sky pools in the destination. It is a place where beach and overwater living exist within the same stay, with the freedom to move between complete seclusion at .Here and the wider experiences available at Finolhu.
Having been awarded the Conde Nast Traveler Reader’s Choice Award, Adare Manir has become a driving force of luxury accommodation in Ireland. Make a name for itself for it’s fine dining, impeccable heritage and warm Irish hospitality, it is a labour of love for all who work there. Welcoming guests like long lost friends, you are right at home from the moment you walk through the door. Occupying 840 acres of private parkland, it is one of the largest estates in Ireland that guests can explore. The gothic architecture of the manor house stands proudly in the quintessentially rugged Irish landscape and has become rooted in Limerick’s culture and history. Delivering the first Michelin star to Limerick, the hotel is a purveyor of magnificent cuisine, with the Oak Room utilising the best Irish ingredients to create dishes that are as creative as they are delicious. It is something that has to be experienced to be believed and we strongly recommend that you take this culinary journey when you’re in Ireland.
Delve into romantic desert living at Al Maha, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa.
The Hotel
Set deep within the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve, Al Maha is a place of peace, solitude, and luxury. This secluded oasis is surrounded by sweeping sand dunes, palm groves and mountain vistas, all of which can be enjoyed from the privacy of your own villa, with a temperature‑controlled infinity plunge pool and deck. With just 42 standalone suites, a stay here feels exclusive, and villas are beautifully designed with Bedouin‑inspired interiors, Arabian touches and modern comforts.
Amenities & experiences
Bring the desert to life across a range of cultural and nature-focused activities. Be it a wildlife drive, camel trekking, and horseback riding, or sunset dune sundowners and relaxed moments in the spa and wellness facilities, there’s something every tempo.
Dining & drinking
Indulge in fine dining at Al Diwaan, sip on handcrafted cocktails at Hajar Bar, or savour a more intimate affair with a private dining experience in villa, or on the dunes under the stars.
On the west bank of the Nile in Luxor, Al Moudira Hotel offers a standout boutique luxury stay.
The Hotel
Located in a tranquil spot close to ancient Thebes, close to the Valley of Kings and Queens, Al Moudira Hotel serves as an excellent base to explore the wonders of Egypt. The hotel is set within lush gardens, palm groves and quaint courtyards – an opulent retreat from the bustle of Luxor. Blending Arabian and Oriental design, architectural elements like domes, hand-painted motifs and ornate mosaics transport you to an otherworldly oasis. There are 54 rooms and suites, as well as 6 unique villas, all exquisitely designed and with their own charm. The villas are the exceptionally grand, with private pools, secluded courtyards, and rooftop hideaways.
Amenities & experiences
Facilities include an extensive library, and an outdoor swimming pool and pavilion nestled among manicured gardens – perfect for lazy afternoons. While the spa offers a hammam, sauna, steam room, yoga space and fitness centre to enjoy. For true cultural immersion, indulge in a local artisan workshop, or head to the desert for camel and horse excursions.
Dining & drinking
The hotel offers various restaurants and bars with cuisine varying from Mediterranean, Asian and Middle Eastern, to name a few. Savour elegant dining in The Ottoman Hall, a light bite in The Courtyard, traditional Egyptian charm in Khan Al Moudira, or a poolside pizza at Il Forno. The Eastern Lounge is an ambient space for cocktails and jazz, while the Pool Bar offers refreshing coolers to enjoy under the afternoon sun.
Tucked away 2000m above sea level in the Al Hajar mountains, Oman, Alila Jabal Akhdar is in a league of it's own, and like nowhere else on earth. With an exterior of local grey stone which camouflages stylistically into the surrounding landscape, the hotel exudes a traditional yet luxurious presence upon arrival, following a 2.5 hour drive from Muscat. Twinned perfectly with the Chedi Muscat on the coast, this mountain retreat is perfect for kicking back and enjoying the rugged cliff views from all 78 suites, whilst also sampling a selection of activities and facilities on offer, including sunrise walks, visits to local villages, relaxing in the spa, and rosewater making tutorials. Offering a combination of Arabic and international dishes, the main Juniper restaurant is best enjoyed outside on the terrace, whilst observing the vast mountains, the reflections in the infinity pool, and hearing only the fountains and the wildlife.
A lovely Indonesian cruise awaits luxury travellers looking to board a majestic boat and set sail on new adventures and experiences. Amandira is a two-mastered sailing ship created by the Konjo tribe and took its inaugural journey in 2015. With a combination of ancient romance and state-of-the-art amenities, sailing the gorgeous waters of Indonesia is now an experience that luxury travellers can enjoy. Enjoy the crystal-clear waters and white sand beaches while sailing aboard a luxury vessel. The journey includes setting sail on the waters leaving from Amanwana and visiting Komodo National Park and Raja Ampat islands. These volcanic isles are home to the Komodo dragon along with many other species of wildlife. Aboard, up to 10 guests can enjoy lavish accommodations with king-sized beds, living rooms, and large bathrooms with beautiful showers. Take a break from the boat life and strap on diving equipment enabling guests to explore the underwater world.
At the end of the day, enjoy magical sunsets and fanciful drinks and allow for the on-board crew to pamper and amaze aboard the Amandira.
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