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Located on Mexico’s Virgin Coast near Careyes, Cuixmala is a jaw-dropping resort and nature reserve which was the private estate of the late financier Sir James Goldsmith. This fantasy palace with panoramic views and exquisitely decorated villas accentuate the Mexican charm. Haciendas with domed brick ceilings and beautiful stonework create an elegant living space.
L’Orto degli Angeli is a boutique hotel in Bevagna, Perugia, Italy in the Umbria region converted from an 18th century residence. L’Orto degli Angeli was endowed from the region of Umbria with the qualification of “Historical Residence” for the high historical-architectural value. The fourteen rooms and apartments of the residence are all different and preserve most of their original fittings: antique furniture, paintings, kitchen utensils and little things which have always been there and tell the history of the original family.
Maison La Vallette is a luxury vacation rental apartment in the old part of Valletta, Malta. Located in a townhouse, it is one of the apartments of the Valletta Suites. The interior decor is a mix of Maltese style baroque and bespoke designer furniture. The suite is the epitome of simple but stylish elegance.
Teetering over the majestic Vikos Gorges and Voidomatis River in Epirus Province in Greece, the Aristi Mountain Resort is an 18-room hotel on the highest point in town. Original architecture of the stone building is preserved according to local laws. The cozy rooms with hardwood floors and stone walls echo the reflect simplicity of the region.
Set on two interconnected private islands in the Indian Ocean, Conrad Maldives Rangali Island Hotel is surrounded by white sand beaches and coral reefs. The hotel’s glass undersea restaurant can also be turned into an exclusive suite for two for the ultimate experience. Water villas set on stilts over the ocean offers sweeping views of the turquoise surroundings.
During one of his famous ballooning expeditions in 1998, British entrepreneur Sir Richard Branson discovered this breathtaking property located in the Atlas Mountains one hour’s drive from Marrakech, Morocco. He subsequently bought the property and turned it into a luxury retreat. The rooms and tented suites at Kasbah Tamadot are individually decorated using traditional Moroccan furnishings and antiques.
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge spent their honeymoon on North Island, Seychelles. This luxury island hideaway has 11 handcrafted villas spread out along the main beach. Wood, local stone, glass and thatched roofs are the principle materials used. The most luxurious villa features an outdoor shower and “spa al fresco” overlooking the Indian Ocean. This rustic private sanctuary with Robinson Crusoe feel offers all the modern conveniences in a natural setting.
Set against the iconic Table Mountain in Cape Town, South Africa, the Cape Grace Hotel offers world class luxury and subtle European elegance. The dramatic backdrop creates the perfect atmosphere to relax while the sunset turns Table Mountain a fiery red. The interior design of this boutique hotel celebrates Cape Town’s heritage with hand painted fabrics, hand made metalwork, glass and leather items. Each room is individually designed. The balance between the past and the present reflects the charm and elegance of Cape Town.
