Cabanes als Arbres, which translates to ‘huts in the trees’, offers nature lovers the opportunity and pleasure of a staying in direct contact with the tree and its ecosystem, the pleasures of an exile among the foliage, the experience of a few nights in a nest placed in the network of branches of a beautiful […]
A purposeful sense of mystery surrounds this walled retreat in the Atlas Mountains of Morocco. Kasbah Tamadot only reveals itself to the lucky few passing through its heavy wooden doors. Golden hues amplify the fragrance of flowers and fresh herbs hanging in the air around the 24 bedrooms and suites of Sir Richard Branson’s Kasbah […]
For a contemporary take on the traditional Australian homestead, look no further than The Kilns in Victoria’s High Country. Converted from the historic corrugated-iron tobacco-drying shacks that were common in this region in the 1950s, they feature polished, heated concrete floors, washed timber interiors, soaring ceilings, and picture windows framing the rural landscape as well […]
Canvas Hotel is located in Telemark County in Southern Norway. It is placed on an island in a small lake, 460 meters above sea level. The surrounding hills go as high as 800 meters. There are seven yurts with two beds in each, and two with four beds. There is a sauna yurt, a shower […]
We just received these pictures of a spectacular boutique hotel called Astarte Suites Hotel which features panoramic views overlooking the Aegean Sea on Santorini’s cliffside. The hotel is a suggested place to stay in Financial Times, NY Times and Conde Nast Traveler, and in 2007 became a member of Boutique Hotels & Resorts International. Far […]
Ayada Maldives is a brand new awe-inspiring destination comprising an opulent 112 villa resort located on the 150,000 square meter paradise island of Maguhdhuvaa in the stunning Gaafu Dhaalu Atoll due to open in November 2011. From the moment you arrive on the luxury resort’s delicate, powder white sands you will be immersed in a […]
This breathtaking modern retreat sits on 1.3 acres of secluded grounds featuring expansive ocean and island views in beautiful Santa Barbara, California. Designed by award-winning Santa Barbara architect Jan Hochhauser, the 5,400 square foot, 3-bedroom, 3 and two 1/2 bath residence enjoys an infinity pool with spa, vast entertainment patios, lush landscaping and 1-bedroom guest […]
Amongst a dramatic landscape of rolling vineyards lies this beautiful retreat called Clos du Lethe a luxurious and contemporary boutique hotel in the small village of Languedoc-Roussillon, France. Originally a French farmhouse, this stunning property has been transformed from a crumbling mass to a five room, including one suite, luxury guesthouse. Outside Clos du Lethe, an […]
Azura Hotel is a castaway fantasy: a remote retreat of luxury thatched villas on the sunny shores of Benguerra Island within the Bazaruto Marine National Park, off the coast of southern Mozambique. Azura is the country’s first luxury ‘eco’ boutique retreat. Built entirely by hand by the local community and operated in partnership with them, […]
The UXUA Casa Hotel is small eco-conscious retreat set in a tropical paradise of Bahia, Brazil. For centuries, travelers have been calling the small Bahian fishing village of Trancoso “paradise on earth.” And it’s easy to see why. UXUA Casa Hotel is the place in the universe that makes one want to give up modern […]
