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Paradis Beachcomber Golf Resort & Spa

World class golfing in the Indian Ocean

William Cowper’s well-known proverb, “Variety is the very spice of life”, was actually preceded by Aphra Behn. In her play, The Rover (1651), she coined the phrase: “Variety is the soul of pleasure”. Prior to Behn, Euripides argued that “a change is always nice” in Orestes. These pedigrees of linguistic talent were unified with the idea that we all need our multifarious experiences to make life more exciting.

Its location, landscape and layered history means that Mauritius meets all the requirements as a destination where to realise one’s dreams of self-indulgence. The island – one of the largest in the Indian Ocean – can be defined by its diversity, which also reflects in the richness of its culture and the hospitality of its people. As a Mauritian company, Beachcomber – the longest-running and most luxurious hotel group here – understands the importance of variety, with their eight resorts offering a huge choice of world class luxury experiences that range from thrilling scuba-diving to breath-taking mountain hiking and all kinds of spa treatments.

Paradis Beachcomber and its sister resort Dinarobin Beachcomber share a 5 km…

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Diriyah

The City of Earth

A year after the ancient site of Diriyah was announced as a Giga project in Saudi Arabia, our Editor-in-Chief, Julia Pasarón, speaks to Group CEO, Jerry Inzerillo, about the significance of this unparalleled project for the future of the Kingdom. The birthplace of The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the ancestral home to the Al […]

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A Night at The Pelham London

Aristocratic chic in the heart of South Kensington

The Pelham Hotel has been attracting tourists and locals alike ever since it opened its doors in 1989, on the site of three large white-stucco-fronted Victorian townhouses, a few steps from South Kensington tube station. I, personally, have been a regular since I could order a G&T without being asked to show my ID. From […]

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My Venice

Off the beaten track in the “Serenissima”

Arguably one of the most beautiful and evocative places in history, Venice is visited by millions but discovered by the very few. Our Editor-in-Chief, Julia Pasarón, takes us on a tour of her favourite places, which encapsulate the exquisite skill and craftmanship that made Venice the queen of luxury trade for centuries. Today, they are […]

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Hotel Grace La Margna

Redefining Alpine luxury in St Moritz

Built in 1906, the original La Margna was one of the most iconic hotels in St Moritz, a glorious example of Art Nouveau, the style predominant in the early 20th century. With its privileged location, mere minutes from the train station, and panoramic views of the lake, it was a coveted destination in what is […]

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Mother’s Day Luxury Getaways

Make unforgettable memories with your mum from London to The Seychelles

Whether it’s exploring exotic destinations or indulging in pampering closer to home, our Mother’s Day round up of luxury breaks is designed to offer something spectacular for all deserving mums. It’s time to ditch the clichés and give her the VIP treatment she demands. From breath-taking countryside breaks to far flung serene spa retreats, we’ve […]

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Where Love May Take You

Destinations you’ll fall in love with

Traveling is one of the best ways to rekindle a relationship and get closer to your partner. There is something about being away that encourages love and bonding. Maybe it is what you experience and the wonderful memories you create together, or maybe it is just because finally, you have time for each other. As […]

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Tuscan Tranquility

A weekend at Relais La Corte Dei Papi

Picture yourself under the Tuscan sun, sipping Negronis by a fabulous pool, next to original 18th-century buildings, amidst exuberant gardens. A short walk away is your fabulous spa suite, with its own sauna and jacuzzi. Total bliss, total privacy. You can relax entirely in the privacy of your room. A stay at Relais La Corte […]

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Villa D’Este redefines Christmas

Christmas at the most iconic hotel in Lake Como

The sky over Lake Como is as silvery as a turtle dove, the surrounding mountains are disguised in fog, and the emerald lawns of the Villa d’Este glisten in the light rain. Welcome to winter, far removed from the linen-clad, Panama-hatted, Persol-shaded playtimes that have made this place dolce vita ground zero for the past […]

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An Ayurvedic Sleep Retreat in the Himalayas

Ananda Resort

If you feel permanently exhausted, you’re not alone. An estimated 45 per cent of us suffer from a chronic lack of sleep and know all too well how profoundly it affects our well-being. I haven’t slept well since before the anxiety-inducing disruption of the pandemic, and even though life is back to normal, my circadian […]

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Home Away From Home

The Other House South Kensington gets personal

Mash-ups of the seemingly incongruent have occasionally resulted in miraculous, delightful and otherwise unanticipated combinations. Country-rock music, salted caramels, the iPod-plus-the-mobile-phone: they combine the best of the two and eliminate the rest. Imagine, then, what accommodation away from home would be if you dream of the convenience and facilities of hotels, the regularity and security […]

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Thrill Seekers

Reach the peak of perfection in Kitzbühel

Austrian skiing legend Hans Gmoser got it right when he famously declared that “a person should have wings to carry them where their dreams go, but sometimes a pair of skis makes a good substitute”. Dreams can come true in magical Kitzbühel where the skiing is not just extraordinary but iconic. An Alpine experience like […]

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