Mandarin Oriental, Desaru Coast is a secluded luxury retreat set between ancient rainforest and the shores of the South China Sea in Johor, Malaysia. Designed by the late architect Kerry Hill, the resort draws inspiration from a traditional Malaysian kampung village, blending contemporary elegance with indigenous materials and open-air living. Spread across lush tropical landscapes, the property features an intimate collection of suites and a private villa, many with plunge pools and generous terraces. Guests come for the sense of space and serenity, complemented by refined dining, beachside leisure and holistic wellness experiences in a pristine coastal setting.

The OZEN Residence is one of Maldives’ most luxurious all-inclusive hotels, where you can live like a royalty. Elegant and lavish villas await you at this luxurious beach resort in Maldives. Explore nature’s breath-taking beauty with this luxurious beach resort in Maldives’ lush greenery, powdery white sand beach and azure waters.  

Set on Barbados’ celebrated Platinum West Coast in Holetown, Coral Reef Club is a family-owned, five-star boutique resort surrounded by 12 acres of lush tropical gardens that flow seamlessly to a pristine white-sand beach. Blending the elegance of a classic West Indian country house with understated luxury, the hotel is known for its personalised service, timeless design, and refined island living. Guests can expect spacious accommodation, award-winning dining, and a serene atmosphere designed for relaxed, barefoot sophistication.

Nestled within the treetops of a 46-acre estate at the north-western tip of the island, the Datai Langkawi is utterly unique. Enveloped by a 10-million-year-old virgin rainforest home to flying lemurs, dusk leaf monkeys, and a plethora of birds and butterflies, you’ll find a collection of rooms, suites and villas elevated within the forest’s lush canopy or with direct access to the resort’s private white-sand beach. For a cut above, the Datai Estate with its five bedrooms, private pool and garden is one of the largest hotel villas in Asia. Whichever room you choose, opportunities to explore are endless – there are bicycles for hire, s a sensational yoga pavilion and a championship golf course is located within a five minute drive from the resort.

The low-rise Mediterranean-style Ritz-Carlton Dubai sets itself apart from its high-rise neighbours on the enviable Jumeirah Beach. With a more intimate feel, this colonial-style resort is characterised by a massive marble lobby with a tinkling fountain, crystal chandeliers and spiralling double staircases built to impress. Outside, landscaped gardens and no less than pools await to beckon you into hours of leisure time. But if you can tear yourself away from your sun lounger – complete with pool waiter service – you can take advantage of the retail and dining temptations of the vibrant JBR Walk less than a minute away or the free shuttle service to the Mall of the Emirates. 

Le Méridien Ile Maurice promises an experience that goes beyond its luxury accommodations and the natural relaxation offered by the sand and sea. Perched beside a kilometre-long stretch of ivory sand, the refurbished Le Méridien Ile Maurice is designed for new discoveries. Tropical inspiration abounds, from the local artwork displayed in the lobby to the authentic flavours of Zoli Mamzel, just one of four restaurant offerings. Sink into a sundowner on your balcony. All 261 rooms and suites are artfully positioned to enjoy the view. Eden-like gardens and sensitively renovated spaces create the perfect atmosphere for events, from the social to the soulful. Stimulate senses at the Explore spa’s snow room, then find new ways to play in the shimmering Indian Ocean. A programme of experiences crafted for curious minds unlocks the destination like never before, igniting the imagination of guests of all ages.