Author name: Aleks Bond

Captain’s Choice unveils carefully curated expeditions across Asia’s hidden corners, Australia’s iconic routes, and Latin America’s remote landscapes. These intimate journeys, limited to small groups, combine vintage rail travel, private jets, and exclusive cultural access, offering experiences from Sri Lanka’s wildlife reserves to Chile’s otherworldly deserts. Each itinerary delivers immersive, meticulously crafted adventures for discerning travellers

Nujuma, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, has debuted on a secluded Red Sea island, where Arabian elegance is reimagined through the lens of sustainability. Awarded LEED Platinum certification, the resort embodies more than architectural innovation, it integrates renewable energy systems, locally sourced gastronomy, and tailored conservation experiences into the very fabric of its offering

Coulibri Ridge transforms the concept of sustainable hospitality from limitation to liberation. This 14-suite, off-grid mountain retreat offers exceptional comfort above Soufrière Bay, where guests wake to panoramic Caribbean views and dine on produce grown just metres from their suite. Every detail affirms that environmental responsibility can elevate the luxury experience

When Ariodante announced its latest venture, few anticipated the audacious scope involved. The Queen’s Lost Diamonds transforms centuries-old French conspiracy into a three-day player-led investigation across Paris, granting participants access to restricted monument areas and authentic historical manuscripts. This invitation-only immersive experience demands intellectual rigour and emotional resilience, promising outcomes that extend far beyond conventional luxury travel

Polo Valley announces two significant developments that will reshape luxury hospitality along Spain’s southern coastline. The ambitious projects combine world-class polo facilities with cutting-edge wellness offerings, creating unprecedented destinations for sport and leisure, promising new benchmarks for integrated lifestyle resorts whilst preserving the natural beauty of Andalusia’s coastal region

CV Villas has unveiled Montenegro as its latest destination, introducing 14 exceptional properties across Budva and Boka Bay for summer 2025 bookings. The collection spans four to eleven bedrooms, combining architectural sophistication with Mediterranean coastal culture. Properties feature private pools, panoramic Adriatic views, and proximity to UNESCO heritage sites

InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort has introduced an exceptional offering: the exclusive acquisition of the entire island for private use. This transformation elevates the resort from a luxury destination to a fully bespoke retreat, granting guests complete privacy across 81 villas and residences, alongside access to the resort’s full range of facilities