Author name: Aleks Bond

Set along 2.5 kilometres of pristine coastline, Minos Beach Art Hotel blends timeless luxury with authentic Cretan culture. From low-rise villas and curated art installations to immersive culinary experiences and community-led initiatives, the property offers more than a stay, it delivers connection, discovery, and a profound sense of place, where every detail celebrates the island’s heritage, landscape, and enduring traditions

Oliver’s Travels curates Europe’s most remarkable villas, estates, and châteaux for travellers who value design, privacy, and exceptional service. From sun-drenched Adriatic retreats to storied French castles and Portuguese vineyard hideaways, each property promises a setting as memorable as the journey itself, where every detail is considered and every stay defines the art of luxury travel

Quinta do Lago invites fitness enthusiasts to its inaugural HYROX Retreat, a four-day experience combining high-intensity training at The Campus with luxurious stays at the Magnolia Hotel. Participants benefit from expert coaching, state-of-the-art facilities, and restorative recovery options, all set against the Algarve’s sunlit coastline. The retreat redefines fitness travel, blending challenge with comfort in one unforgettable escape

Malta is fast emerging as the Mediterranean’s most compelling alternative to the region’s well-trodden shores. Along Valletta’s iconic bastion, Iniala Harbour House offers some of the most coveted views in the Mediterranean. Sunlit limestone walls frame the shimmering Grand Harbour, while ION Harbour’s two Michelin stars crown this intimate retreat that feels both timeless and authentically Maltese

Hotel Chais Monnet & Spa has partnered with three prestigious Cognac houses to create extraordinary experiences that go far beyond typical luxury hospitality. These carefully crafted packages offer exclusive access to historic cellars, private tastings with master distillers, and intimate dinners surrounded by centuries-old casks. Set within the peaceful Charente countryside, guests discover why this quiet corner of France produces the world’s most revered spirits

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

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