An Lam Retreats Saigon River

Vietnam

Stepping back from the brouhaha synonymous with Vietnam's ever-frenetic Ho Chi Minh City is a breeze at this oasis-like urban sanctuary. Set on the languid banks of the Saigon river, ensconced in a thicket of greenery, it’s hard to believe you’re little more than a 20-minute scenic speedboat ride from...read more

Cathedral House And Celentano

Central Glasgow may not be the first place that comes to mind when you think of regional Italian dining, but six months after opening in 2021, Celentano’s – run by chef Dean Parker and Glasgow-born wife Anna – landed on the Michelin Bib list thanks to its delicious sharing plates...read more

The Abbey Inn

The Abbey Inn, York YO61 4BD

Next door to The Abbey Inn, the 12th-century ruins of its namesake, Byland Abbey, loom large. Set on the edge of the North York Moors and steeped in gothic romance, it’s the perfect setting for Tommy Banks’ latest opening. Since assuming the position of head chef at his family pub...read more

Acre Resort Mexico

San José del Cabo, Mexico

Under a canopy of swaying palms, Acre is a treetop retreat with all the trappings of a boutique hotel. Tucked in the verdant foothills of Mexico’s San Jose del Cabo region, the resort – dotted with fragrant citrus trees – gives you plenty of room to reconnect with nature. With...read more

Tanjong Jara Malaysia

Batu 8, Off Jalan Dungun, 23000 Kuala Dungun, Terengganu, Malaysia

Wellbeing is everything but an afterthought at this luxury resort on Malaysia’s east coast; in fact, it’s the cornerstone. With a traditional timber design evoking a 17th-century Malay palace, and set on its own crescent beach, Tanjong Jara is based on the concept of sucimurni, meaning wholesomeness. This translates into...read more

Nirjhara

Bali, Indonesia

An enclave of quiet, off-the-tourist-trail luxury made manifest on INDONESIA’S Island of the Gods, this boutique stay blurs the parameters of tropical nature and nurture with design-led aplomb. The tropical island of Bali certainly doesn’t fall short when it comes to offering a luxury bed for the night. But it’s...read more

Zanzibar White Sand Tanzania

Zanzibar

Take full advantage of Zanzibar’s crystal-clear waters and the namesake bright white sands at this oceanside gem. Pack plenty of sun cream but ditch the sandals as the long stretch of Paje Beach beckons barefoot living. And when not taking a romantic stroll along the shoreline, you can chase the...read more

Cielo Lodge Costa Rica

Costa Rica

Relaxing in an infinity pool that overlooks Golfito Bay, a sheltered nook on Costa Rica’s western Pacific coast, it’s hard to imagine a better place to lose yourself than Cielo Lodge. Set in a 153ha private reserve, surrounded by rainforest, rivers, waterfalls and, of course, the big blue, while you...read more

Villa Palladio Jaipur

Jamdoli Chouraha, Rajasthan, India

Superbly finessed, dramatic design brings this new and already iconic guesthouse to the fore in Rajasthan, India, fulfilling the owners’ Indo-Italian vision in terms of aesthetic, cuisine and hopitalit. Jaipur – the ‘Pink City’ – is famed for its elaborate forts and temples, but it’s in the unassuming village of...read more