Nestled in the heart of Queenstown on New Zealand’s South Island, Eichardt’s Private Hotel offers an elegant retreat that perfectly balances timeless sophistication with a warm, inviting spirit. Occupying a prime waterfront location on Lake Wakatipu, this boutique hotel combines the charm of historic architecture with contemporary design touches, creating a refined yet relaxed atmosphere that feels entirely effortless.
Hidden deep in the Marlborough Sounds—only accessible by boat or helicopter—Bay of Many Coves is the kind of place you come to truly disappear. No roads. No rush. Just a scattering of architecturally pared-back apartments tucked into native bushland, with every room angled towards the water.
There’s a reason so many travellers dream of Bora Bora—and there’s a reason they choose the Four Seasons. Set on a private motu facing Mount Otemanu, this resort offers the classic Bora Bora picture: wide skies, glassy lagoons, and villas poised just above the water. But what makes it stand out is how beautifully it all flows. The setting is cinematic, yes—but the energy is calm, grounded, and full of warmth.
There’s no fanfare when you land at Tetiaroa—just filtered sunlight through coconut palms, the soft shift of warm air, and that instant sense of having arrived somewhere that runs on its own time. This was once Marlon Brando’s private escape. Today, it’s home to one of the most low-key, high-standard properties in the world.
Tucked away at the northern tip of Hamilton Island in the Whitsundays, Qualia is the kind of place that makes you wonder why you ever put up with ordinary. This adults-only hideaway is all about stillness, space, and views that seem to go on forever — a salt-sprayed blend of laidback luxury and pinch-me moments.
Secluded, soulful, and surrounded by nothing but reef and sea — Lizard Island Resort feels like the edge of the world in the best possible way. Days begin with golden light spilling over the horizon and end with barefoot dinners under star-strewn skies. As the northernmost resort on the Great Barrier Reef, it offers rare access to one of the planet’s most extraordinary ecosystems — 24 white-sand beaches and coral gardens teeming with life, just footsteps from your villa.
One&Only Le Saint Géran is a timeless icon on Mauritius’ tranquil north-east coast — a private peninsula wrapped in calm lagoons, powder-white beaches and coconut groves that whisper of old-school glamour done right. Expect personal butlers, a spa hidden under ancient banyans, and dining that spans lazy seafood lunches to fine Asian feasts under the stars. Watersports, world-class kids’ clubs, and your own slice of secluded sand — it’s all here, perfectly polished but wonderfully relaxed.
Constance Prince Maurice is a serene sanctuary on Mauritius’ north-east coast — think floating villas, an iconic overwater restaurant, and discreet luxury hidden among calm lagoons and lush gardens. A timeless favourite for couples, families, and golfers alike.
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