Author name: Aleks Bond

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

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

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

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

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

Regent Seven Seas Cruises has unveiled the Skyview Regent Suite aboard Seven Seas Prestige, marking a significant new chapter in ultra-luxury cruise accommodations. The ship will embark on its inaugural season in December 2026, exploring 13 carefully curated itineraries across the Caribbean and Europe with all-inclusive luxury at the core of each voyage

The world’s first Bentley-branded residential tower has unveiled its crown jewel: a two-storey penthouse commanding the 61st floor with unobstructed Atlantic views. Priced at $37.5m, this Sunny Isles Beach property combines automotive heritage with coastal luxury, featuring private car elevators, dual swimming pools, and bespoke interiors by Bentley Home

This specially curated guide presents the very best of Dubai’s exceptional luxury scene, featuring pioneering wellness hotels, authentic cultural experiences, and innovative dining concepts that set global standards. From groundbreaking biohacking accommodations to extraordinary restaurants where exceptional dining transforms into refined nightlife. Join us as we reveal Dubai’s most compelling destinations that deliver both substance and sophistication, showcasing the city’s leadership in international luxury travel through intelligence, innovation, and uncompromising excellence