Some Like it Hot / When the ever eternal, or at least so it seems, winter darkness descends on the northern hemisphere, sun lovers make their essential pilgrimage to those places where the sun still shines – be it summer in a city or an exotic island in the South sea. So why not try the ultimate in barefoot sophistication or jet off to the favourite vacation spot of the rich and famous. Whether you’re looking for sundrenched pristine white beaches, an urban city vibe, to rub shoulders with the glitterati or just relax and recharge your batteries in the shade of a palm tree, the choices are limitless. For more suggestions of Sun Lovers hotels follow the tag Sun Lovers on one of the hotels’ pages.

One&Only The Palm

Dubai, UAE

Located on the peninsula of one of the world’s most spectacular landscapes, Palm Dubai, One&Only The Palm offers an exclusive and secluded enclave of impeccable style. Amidst lush manicured gardens, fountains and pools along the sparkling shore, guests can enjoy the beauty of the resort. On the horizon, view the wonder and excitement of the New Dubai Skyline. Only a short journey by private water taxi or limousine, One&Only The Palm, is an oasis of stylish energy and tranquility designed to elevate the senses. Read more...

Soneva Fushi

Maldives, Indian Ocean

Fringed by white sand beaches that shelve gently into the azure blue sea, legendary Soneva Fushi looks like a Robinson Crusoe idyll, however the finest creature comforts are always at hand. Its remoteness is central to its charm, offering the ultimate in barefoot sophistication for which the oft borrowed expression – No News No Shoes was coined Read more...

Las Ventanas al Paraíso

Los Cabos, Mexico

Guests are welcomed into a sensual ambiance of luxury and pleasure, where the stunning nature is central to the experience from the moment they arrive. Days are spent enjoying the natural riches of Los Cabos, including the sea, mountains and desert; playing the many championship golf courses and indulging at the spa; having drinks under the thatched palapas and fresh fish at the Sea Grill; gazing at the nighttime stars through the telescope in their suite or enjoying the evening on their suite's rooftop patio. Read more...

Anantara Kihavah

Maldives, Indian Ocean

Tranquil private villas. Underwater dining. Boundless horizons. The morning sun dappling the crystal clear waters of a secluded lagoon. Afternoons spent sunbathing by your private infinity pool, just steps from the ocean. An evening stroll across soft white beaches, the moonlight casting shadows on the sand. Nights spent dreaming to the sound of the waves in an overwater villa. Imagine life on a luxurious deserted island - an island of swaying palm trees and unending horizons of blue. Read more...

L’Hôtel Le Toiny

St Barths, Caribbean

Privacy and exclusivity have always been the defining characteristics of l’Hôtel Le Toiny. Situated in the area of the island referred to as Côte Sauvage, the 15 pastel-colored bungalows, called Villa Suites, are set on a gentle slope overlooking the bay of Toiny and the Caribbean Sea. Each is surrounded by tropical vegetation, has its own gated entrance and a red mailbox flag that serves as a “Do Not Disturb” sign. It is this emphasis on privacy that has always seduced our clients who are looking for a unique and privileged place. Read more...

Cavo Tagoo

Mykonos, Greece

Cavo Tagoo in Mykonos island of Greece strives to be a canvas upon which visitors can color their island dreams. The outstanding, friendly service and carefully crafted luxury that customers enjoy are elements that achieve perfection for a relaxing stay in Mykonos. Cavo Tagoo’s number one priority is creating memorable experiences for its guests and therefore the hotel makes every effort to ensure that each visit is fondly etched in its customers’ minds. Read more...

Huvafen Fushi

Maldives, Indian Ocean

Underwater spa rooms. Underground wine. Pristine waters below your ocean bungalow's glass floor. Immersed in surreal beauty in a private courtyard onshore. "Rooms" at sea - 68-foot sleek designer yacht or a traditional Maldivian dhoni, fitted with modern indulgences. Cuisine in the raw. Private dining experiences. A stretch of private beach or 1001 nights boudoir chic. Read more...

One&Only Reethi Rah

Maldives, Indian Ocean

Surrounded by the crystal blue wonders of the Indian Ocean, this superb all-villa resort offers an unrivalled level of style, choice and personalised exploration. Sleek and spectacular, with unprecedented privacy, One&Only Reethi Rah inspires extraordinary journeys for the soul. Set on one of the largest islands in North Male' Atoll, adorned with endless white sand coves and turquoise bays, all villas enjoy beautiful ocean views and direct access to the lagoon. Read more...

Six Senses Laamu

Maldives, Indian Ocean

Dolphins swim and spin all along the seashell dappled shores of Six Senses Laamu, the only resort in Laamu Atoll, just five degrees north of the Equator. Snorkel in Laamu’s coral rich house reef among Oriental Sweetlips, parrotfish and even green turtles. Surf Yin Yang, one of the Maldives’ most famous waves, that breaks just offshore. Read more...

Four Seasons Resort Chiang Mai

Chiang Mai, Thailand

Spacious Lanna-style pavilions overlook terraced rice fields and the mountains in the beautiful Mae Rim Valley, minutes from the artistic and cultural heritage of Thailand's northern capital. From the Thai cooking school to the acclaimed spa and flawless service, a signature Four Seasons experience. Sample the diversity of Thailand by pairing your visit with a stay at Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok, an urban oasis in the capital. Read more...

Eden Rock

St Barths, Caribbean

Eden Rock was the first hotel to be built on the island of St Barths, constructed around 1950 by a famous Caribbean aviator and adventurer, Rémy de Haenen. The hotel became a bolthole for his Hollywood friends and in its heyday in the fifties and sixties was visited by Greta Garbo, Howard Hughes and other guests including the Rothschild and Rockefeller families who became so content on the island as to buy land and build homes, setting a style for the island that continues to this day. Read more...

Bab al Shams Desert Resort & Spa

Dubai, UAE

Situated in the heart of the desert and nestled in the dunes of Dubai, Bab Al Shams Desert Resort & Spa is the ultimate luxury retreat. An exclusive low-rise resort in the desert surrounded by gently sloping dunes and natural desert landscape, Bab Al Shams offers guests a one of its kind traditional desert experience that is true to the culture and heritage of Dubai and the UAE. Read more...

Constance Le Prince Maurice

Mauritius, Indian Ocean

If you're looking for a totally indulgent tropical hideaway, where stunning architectural design meets relaxed luxury, Constance Le Prince Maurice is the place to head. Elegant and striking, this place will seduce you from the moment you arrive. Read more...

St Regis Bora Bora

Bora Bora, Pacific

While many claim Bora Bora to be the most beautiful island in the world, it is indisputably one of the most romantic. And with the addition of The St. Regis Bora Bora Resort it is also becoming known as an enticing retreat for the whole family. With a lagoon that's an artist's palette of blues and greens, and lush tropical slopes and valleys covered with hibiscus and palms, Bora Bora is love at first sight for people of all ages. Read more...

Phulay Bay Ritz-Carlton Reserve

Krabi, Thailand

Escape to pure luxury at Phulay Bay. This Ritz-Carlton Reserve offers an exclusive getaway ideal for those who appreciate a luxurious sanctuary tucked away in one of the most exquisite corners of the world. This personalized retreat combines a refined, casual setting, indigenous flavors and the most individualized service for the journey of a lifetime. Read more...

The Setai

Miami, USA

There is no word for it in English, because nothing quite like is has ever before existed. A meticulously replicated art deco landmark, The Setai recreates the style and charm of Miami’s fabled past, while seamlessly blending Asian traditions of simplicity and grace. The Setai is a confluence of superlatives and inspiration. We invite you to immerse yourself in its allure. Read more...

Baros

Indian Ocean, Maldives

Baros Maldives is an exotic Maldives luxury resort on a coral fringed bijou island in the heart of the crystal clear waters of the Maldives. Spacious retreats amidst lush jungle surroundings, a wide array of innovative cuisine and a host of modern amenities and facilities are offered at this Maldives resort to ensure guests have a relaxed, pleasurable holiday experience like no other. Read more...

The Raffles

Seychelles, Indian Ocean

Raffles Praslin Seychelles, the latest luxury addition to the vibrant hospitality scene of Seychelles, officially opened in February 2011 and set sail to the picturesque paradise of Praslin. Tucked away in blissful seclusion, nestled amongst lush greenery and gentle slopes of stunning granite formation, Raffles Praslin offers an unparalleled world-class resort for those seeking intimate residential charm in paradise. Read more...

Jean-Michel Cousteau Resort

Fiji, Pacific

Located on 17 flourishing acres of a former coconut plantation, the Jean-Michel Cousteau Resort in Fiji is one of the South Pacific’s most renowned vacation destinations. Come experience our award-winning, five-star Fiji resort, where heavenly surroundings combine with an unsurpassed range of hotel activities. A luxury All inclusive resort. Read more...

Tubkaak Krabi Boutique Resort

Krabi, Thailand

The Tubkaak Krabi, a boutique resort in the embrace of green haven. Rewarded Outstanding Environment, Design and Best Romance Award Winning Hotel for many consecutive years. Tubkaak is named after a romantic and secluded beach in Krabi, literally means "Home for Visitors", a few steps to the Andaman Sea. The hotel is unique villa style accommodation combines elements of modern and local legendary, allowing guests to relax amongst magnificent seascape with inspiring views of "Pa Koh" (archipelago). Read more...

Fasano Las Piedras

Punta del Este, Uruguay

A place of charm beyond explanation: that is how we can best describe the area JHSF and Hotel Fasano have selected for an unprecedented development in Punta del Este. In 480 hectares of amazing sceneries rises Las Piedras, the first beach-and-countryside development in Punta Del Este. Read more...

Naka Island

Phuket, Thailand

Nestled among stunning beaches, lush coconut groves, the emerald-green Andaman Sea and breathtaking idyllic landscapes off the coast of Phuket, The Naka Island is an exclusive boutique resort. Escape the everyday in tranquil, enchanting surroundings. Read more...

Constance Lemuria Praislin

Seychelles, Indian Ocean

If you’ve ever dreamed of paradise, you’ll find it here. From the elegant, secluded suites with ocean views to the regal villas thoughtfully designed to compliment their stunning environment. Even the swimming pools seem crafted by nature, and Lémuria’s refined elegance is everywhere. Read more...

Royal Davui Island Resort Fiji

Fiji, Pacific

At Royal Davui Island Resort Fiji, the shell symbolises an invitation for you to come to a real island paradise. Just a few guests can be accommodated at Royal Davui, so be prepared for an exclusive and exceptional experience from the moment of your arrival. Here the world-renowned warmth and hospitality of the Fijian people awaits you. Royal Davui Island Resort is an adults only resort, offering an ideal tropical island escape, vacation, honeymoon or wedding. Read more...

Cap Juluca

Anguilla, Caribbean

If there is one place that embodies the romance, serenity and physical beauty of the Caribbean, it’s Cap Juluca. Located along the intimate crescent of Maundays Bay on the exclusive island of Anguilla, Cap Juluca’s Greco-Moorish architecture is as timeless as the sea itself. And thanks to a $28-million renovation, Cap Juluca is tailored to today’s travelers and seekers of solace, yet focused on improving your overall resort experience. Read more...

Four Seasons Resort Mauritius at Anahita

Mauritius, Indian Ocean

East of Madagascar, discover the island said to have inspired heaven. Cocooned by a private sanctuary,Four Seasons embraces boundless views of blue waters and green-blanketed mountains. Thrill to the oceanfront finish on the Ernie Els golf course. Splash with the family on serene lagoon beaches. Instil tranquility with regionally inspired treatments in an over-water spa. Read more...

The Mezzatorre Resort & Spa

Ischia, Italy

Mezzatorre Resort & Spa is one of the most exclusive Italian 5-star hotels situated in Ischia, the largest and lushest island of the Gulf of Naples, right in front of the island of Capri. Situated on the peak of a promontory overlooking the sea between Lacco Ameno and Forio, it is surrounded by a pinewood of approximately 7 hectares. Read more...

Casa de Campo

Dominican Republic, Caribbean

On the southeast coast of the Dominican Republic, in the town of La Romana, with the Caribbean Sea on oneside and the winding Chavon River on another you will find the fabled Casa de Campo resort. A cloistered world unto itself, the resort is an Eden resplendent with native sea grapes, Flamboyan trees blooming with fiery hued flowers and lush bougainvillea in shades of fuchsia, amethyst and white. Read more...

Long Beach

Mauritius, Indian Ocean

Long Beach is a major new resort opening on the east coast of Mauritius in 2011. It brings carefree piazza-style living to the longest and widest stretch of white-sand coastline of any Mauritian resort. Beyond the beach, the tropical lagoon with its crystal clear blue waters and rare coral formations is a snorkelling paradise. Read more...

Jade Mountain

St Lucia, Caribbean

Rising majestically above the 600 acre beach front resort of Anse Chastanet, Jade Mountain St.Lucia is a cornucopia of organic architecture celebrating St Lucia’s stunning scenic beauty. Expect grand sweeping spaces where bedroom, living area and an extravagant private infinity pool glide into one another to form extraordinary platforms floating out into nature. With the fourth wall entirely absent, Jade Mountain’s sanctuaries are stage-like settings from which to embrace the full glory of St Lucia’s Pitons World Heritage Site, and of course, the eternal Caribbean Sea. Read more...

Trisara

Phuket, Thailand

Trisara, in Sanskrit meaning the "Third Garden in Heaven" is South East Asia's most intimate and exclusive resort & spa. Nestling over our own private bay just 15 minutes from Phuket International Airport, the resort is hidden amongst lush tropical jungle, with all accommodation offering private pools, dramatic sea views and a true sense of privacy. Read more...

Maia Luxury Resort & Spa

Seychelles, Indian Ocean

When it is time to pause your frenetic pace and rediscover senses dulled by the incessant demands of life, there is a place called Maia Luxury Resort & Spa - offering something more than just breathtaking views, unsurpassed service and astonishing accommodation. Maia offers you a place to restore your self. Stop. Stay. Begin again. Read more...

Conrad Maldives

Maldives, Indian Ocean

Recently awarded “The Best Water Villas in the Maldives”, “The Best Suites in the World” and “Best Spa Resort in the Maldives”, this spectacular two-island resort (one more adult friendly and one more family oriented) boasts the most luxurious villas, three spas and fantastic dining experience in the Maldives, including Ithaa undersea restaurant. Spend your days enjoying romantic experiences and of course, taking the refreshing opportunity to do absolutely nothing. Read more...

North Island

Seychelles, Indian Ocean

The development on North Island is unashamedly aimed at providing the very best in privacy, location, accommodation, services, facilities and experience. The Island has only 11 guest Villas – exquisitely designed to celebrate nature and offer an authentic home-from-home ambience. The result is a special destination that touches the lives of its guests and inspires them long after they have left. North Island is an example of a sustainable ecologically sensitive utilisation of a precious natural treasure. Read more...

Hilton Seychelles Northolme Resort & Spa

For an unforgettable trip, live like James Bond in the Deluxe Oceanfront Ian Fleming Suite, elevated on stilts over the crystal clear Indian Ocean. Enjoy a hi-tech experience with the home theater system and watch ‘For Your Eyes Only’ on DVD, the plot of which was inspired by the author's stays here. Read more...

Song Saa Private Island

Sihanoukville, Cambodia

The Song Saa Private Island is as seductive as the name implies. Think intimate. Think luxurious. But above all think harmony – with all the elements of nature that make this place so special. As a guest, you’ll be among the first foreigners to experience this beautiful, untouched world, where rare hornbills will land on your balcony. In this private intimate setting, you will lose yourself in the natural world. No intrusions. No work. Nothing but play. Read more...

Anjajavy l’Hotel

Menabe Sakalava territory, Madagascar

Set along the Mozambique Channel in an extremely diverse environment where flora and fauna offer a perfect reflection of Malagasy nature, the hotel comprises an outstanding complex of 25 rosewood villas facing the sea. Anjajavy Hotel, is ranked by European standards as a Four-Star plus establishment and is ideal for the demanding eco-tourist. The 450-ha nature reserve alongside the hotel is home to over 1,800 floral species, most of which are endemic to the country along with many medicinal plants. Read more...

Desroches Island

Seychelles, Indian Ocan

Keeping yourself occupied while on the island is a treat to be indulged at your own pace. Let our Angels free your mind, body and soul at Escape; try your hand at game fishing with hard-fighting adversaries such as Wahoo, Kingfish, Tuna, Sailfish and many more; or go Down Under and discover caves, swim-troughs and underwater labyrinths... Read more...

W Bali

Bali, Indonesia

Step inside and be transported to Bali’s most opulent playgrounds, lush tropics and seductive seas. Believe. Welcome to W Retreat & Spa Bali - Seminyak where every day is an urban myth where music surrounds, energy abounds and the mood nothing less than intoxicating. Surrender to the indulgence. For some retail therapy, we are within strolling distance to Bali’s hippest boutiques, eclectic galleries, restaurants and music clubs. Read more...

The Legian

Bali, Indonesia

On the Balinese shores of Seminyak Beach, home to sun, sea and serious surf, location is not everything. This prime stretch of golden sand adjacent to the island’s chicest shops and Asia’s most stylish nightlife is merely the irresistible beginning of what sets this iconic sanctuary in the sand apart from Bali’s pack. Read more...

Pacific Resort Aitutaki

Cook Islands, Pacific

Pacific Resort Aitutaki welcomes you to one of the world’s most secluded boutique island resorts – offering luxurious Aitutaki hotel accommodation. Surrounded by the crystal clear turquoise waters of Aitutaki lagoon, the idyllic atoll of Aitutaki is a magical destination. Explore the sights. Enjoy the sophistication of delicious cuisine, attentive high quality service and modern resort facilities. Read more...

Kirini Suites & Spa

Santorini, Greece

Nestled in the village of Oia Santorini, lies Kirini Suites & Spa, a unique atmosphere’s hotel amongst luxury hotels in Santorini. The mesmerizing view of the Caldera Volcanic islands, gives this Santorini luxury hotel, an out of this world vibe. Read more...

Shangri La’s Barr Al Jissah Resort & Spa

Oman, UAE

The experience is elevated at Shangri-La’s Barr Al Jissah Resort and Spa, Sultanate of Oman. Three hotels await your arrival. And each gets better as you explore. Approaching Al Waha, your excitement heightens as a man-made tunnel through the mountain leads you to a sanctuary fronting the Gulf of Oman. Al Waha lives up to its name with several swimming pools merging to form a serene oasis. Date palms and the traditional Dhofari architecture remind you that you are in Arabia. Read more...

The Residence

Zanzibar, Tanzania

For those seeking serenity and privacy, The Residence Zanzibar offers uncompromising luxury. Each of its 66 stand-alone villas has its own private swimming pool in which to unwind. Enjoy the ultimate luxury to be pampered by a personal butler trained to anticipate and attend to your every need. This stunning all-villa resort is the only member of Leading Hotels of the World in Tanzania. Read more...

Soneva Kiri

Kood Island, Thailand

Remote but accessible aptly describes the Thai island of Kood, on which Soneva Kiri is set amidst the lush tropical rainforest, off the south-east coast of the Gulf of Siam. International guests are personally met on arrival at Bangkok’s airport and transferred to the resort’s own airplane for the one-hour flight to the Soneva Kiri airfield. From the air, the beauty of untouched Thailand and Koh Kood, with its white sandy beaches is immediately evident. Read more...

Anantara Si Kao Resort & Spa

Krabi, Thailand

Experience the magic of a Si Kao holiday just an hour south of Krabi International Airport. This beautiful destination and idyllic waterfront resort is an inviting choice for families, leisure travellers and honeymooners. Take a speedboat to the powdery white sands of Koh Kradan, home to Anantara’s private beach club and reefs teeming with tropical fish. Refresh in the infinity pool, or laze in a hammock shaded by pine trees. Read more...

Mnemba Island Lodge

Zanzibar, Tanzania

Mnemba is a tiny island that will leave you feeling like it is almost entirely and exclusively yours. A haven for no more than 20 guests at a time, as well as a team of warm hospitable staff that inhabit this island, Mnemba is a private island with this very sole purpose - to make you feel as if you have fallen off the edge of the world and landed in your very own paradise Read more...

La Samanna

St Maarten, Caribbean

Set beside St. Martin’s finest beach, lapped by the Caribbean Sea, La Samanna Resort and Spa is the ultimate luxury resort. Constantly ranked among the Caribbean’s top ten hotel retreats, it is a garden paradise in which to enjoy an al fresco massage, or lie in a hammock, lulled by the waves. As at all Orient-Express hotels, dining out is a real occasion, with wines from the state-of-the-art cellar. Read more...

Viceroy Riviera Maya

Playa del Carmen, Mexico

Hidden in a small village of Playa Xcalacoco just outside Playa del Carmen, along the pearlescent sands of the Riviera Maya, Viceroy, formerly The Tides Riviera Maya, is a seaside refuge extending deep into the primitive Maya tropical forest. The 41-villa Mexico Luxury resort and its stunning spa present the epitome of Maya Riviera beach unpretentious luxury, exuding the ambience of an exclusive private Playa del Carmen villa or opulent residential compound. Read more...

The Romanos Resort

Costa Navarino, Greece

The Romanos Resort features extensive grounds with indigenous trees and plants, and overlooks The Dunes Beach. Stretching for over 1km, the beach is washed by the warm clear blue waters of the Ionian Sea. The perfect location to enjoy unrivaled relaxation and experience the authenticity of the surrounding environment. Read more...

Atlantis The Palm

Dubai, UAE

Atlantis, The Palm is a 1,539 room, ocean-themed destination resort located at the centre of the crescent of the man-made Palm Island in Dubai. The resort utilises the 46 hectares site with 17 hectares of water park amusement, further marine and entertainment attractions and a collection of some of the most renowned restaurants including Nobu, Ronda Locatelli, Ossiano and Rostang-The French Brasserie. Read more...

Andara Private Villas

Phuket, Thailand

Andara offers the pinnacle of lush tropical living in Phuket. Each accommodation is conceived to exist in perfect harmony with its natural surroundings, where Thai-inspired design creates seamless marriage between indoor and outdoor living environments, all the while maintaining complete privacy screened by dramatic landscaping. Read more...

Blue Palace Resort & Spa

Crete, Greece

Nestled on the famed coast of Elounda on the Island of Crete, our luxury beachfront resort offers emblematic views to the relics of Spinalonga Island. A luxury resort in Greece with exceptional charm, architecture and style, Blue Palace Resort & Spa is the perfect hideaway to combine authentic island luxe accommodations, the finest award winning cuisine and a soothing retreat for the senses. Read more...

Constance Moofushi Resort

Maldives, Indian Ocean

Constance Moofushi in the Maldives is one of the jewels in our crown – a heady mix of pure luxury and simplicity, it offers the ultimate indulgent Crusoe chic. Impossibly elegant, with 110 beach and water villas in an intimate location of pure lagoons, sandbanks and tropical surroundings, this barefoot idyll offers a rare experience for its visitors. Read more...

Conrad Koh Samui

Koh Samui, Thailand

The Conrad Koh Samui is located on the tranquil South West tip of the Thailand resort island Koh Samui, and enjoys sweeping views across a sandy beach and the Gulf of Thailand to the south. Easy access to the resort is ensured after arriving at the international airport, where a limousine takes you west then south along the ocean road (4169), past local points of interest and the temple “Wat Sila Ngu", to the Conrad Koh Samui on the South west tip of the island. Read more...

Copacabana Palace

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Certain hotels embody the glamour of a city and keep its history alive, the Copacabana Palace is one of them. This is a legendary meeting place of Rio's high society. For decades, royalty, film stars, stars of stage, music and sport as well as politicians and business leaders have come here for the fine cuisine, dancing, sumptuous service and sheer sophistication. Read more...

Jumeirah Zabeel Saray

Dubai, UAE

Jumeirah Zabeel Saray, located on the west crescent of the Palm Jumeirah delivers unrivalled luxury with an imperial touch at the 405 rooms and siutes culturally-inspired destination. Hand-painted frescoes, Turkish artworks and lavish murals combine to conjure up the magnificence of the Golden Age. The imperial hospitality experience is further expressed in the design and scale of the property, the thoughtfulness of the service and the subtle interweaving of the Arabian Renaissance. Read more...

Indigo Pearl

Phuket, Thailand

Set against a backdrop of dense rainforest filled with rare wildlife, Indigo Pearl unfolds along Phuket's sheltered northern shore - a beachfront property of golden sand and uninterrupted views of the Andaman Sea. Dozens of islands lie scattered off the coast. Read more...

Yao Noi by Six Senses

Phang Nga Bay, Thailand

Koh Yao Noi is a picturesque island in Thailand’s Phang Nga Bay - the unique natural environment setting for the 9.6-hectare, or almost 24-acre Six Senses Yao Noi, that exemplifies the Six Senses philosophy of Redefining Experiencesfrom arrival to departure. The natural vegetation and tropical landscaping provides privacy between the elevated villas. Our Sea View villas offer glorious views over Phang Nga Bay and the Mountain View villas are set in lush tropical forests. Read more...

Le Tousserok

Mauritius, Indian Ocean

Le Touessrok is one of the world's great romantic resorts. Sensuous and chic, it is the essence of cool, modern elegance basking in the cultural warmth of tropical Mauritius. The resort is set on a beautiful stretch of white-sand coastline overlooking the tranquil Trou d'Eau Douce bay. On the mainland are the suites and rooms, pools, restaurants and bars, Givenchy Spa, tennis and the kids club. Read more...

Madinat Jumeirah

Dubai, UAE

Developer and architect, Mirage Mille, took 36 months to complete construction of the first phase of the resort, Mina A’ Salam which opened in September 2003. The vision was to recreate life as it used to be for residents along Dubai Creek, complete with waterways, abras, wind towers and a bustling souk. Read more...

Six Senses Zighy Bay

Oman, UAE

Zighy Bay is located on the northern Musandam Peninsula in the Sultanate of Oman, a simple 90 minute journey from Dubai. The setting of this beautiful indigenous village style accommodations and private marina is spectacular, with the dramatic mountains on one side and a 1.6-kilometer sandy beach at Zighy Bay, on the other. Read more...