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Camellia Hills

Live the life of a modern-day tea planter at Camellia Hills, a luxurious five-bedroom boutique bungalow hotel near Dickoya, in Sri Lanka’s hill country. From its verdant valley-side perch, views of the mirror-still Castlereagh Reservoir and surrounding tea-wrapped hills are spectacular – drink in the panoramas while relaxing on cushy sofas warmed by an open fire, dining in the semi open air or do some swimming lengths in the refreshing garden pool. You can venture out into the lush green valley and find yourself under cascading waterfalls, picnicking amongst the greenery, before heading back to enjoy a glass of something, never leaving behind the breathtaking views.

Amaya Beach

Situated on the picturesque shores of the Indian Ocean near Pasikudah Bay, Amaya Beach offers a beautiful space for you to unwind surrounded by the serene aquamarine sea and the lush green gardens. Sink your toes into the golden sand on the beach or paddle in the shallow, tranquil waters as you go for a stroll along the seafront. Take a trip to the Dutch Fort in Batticaloa to learn about the history of the small beach town. There’s also a range of excursions to do from Amaya Beach including whale watching in nearby Trincomalee, and the exploration of the ruins of the former Kingdom of Polonnaruwa.

Hotel Villa Bahia

Set in Salvador da Bahia in the heart of Pelourinho, the historic quarter of the UNESCO World Heritage listed city; the Villa Bahia is comprised of two adjoining 17th and 18th century colonial homes – remnants of the Portuguese era. Overlooking the colourful facades of the district, the 17 guest rooms have been carefully renovated to preserve their original spirit. The result is enticing with an authentic colonial atmosphere, enhanced by two garden courtyards, a refreshing plunge pool and a panoramic terrace.

Aram Yami Hotel

Nestled within the San Antonio quarter, in the heart of Salvador de Bahia’s old town, this beautiful colonial stately home is reborn as an exclusive boutique hotel offering high-quality personalized service. Aram Yami Hotel is only a short distance from some of Brazil’s most impressive beaches and exciting hot spots, which allows guests to enjoy the peace and charm of an exceptional enclave, all whilst just around the corner from UNESCO World Heritage site – Pelourinho. The setting is entirely authentic, with refurbishing work adding just a touch of contemporary cool to the building’s beautiful original style. The hotel offers 6 ample suites and 2 swimming pools, so every guest benefits from an authentic experience. Guests at the Aram Yami Hotel can enjoy breath taking views of Todos os Santos bay.

Canto das Aguas Hotel

A unique tucked-away jungle abode, Canto das Águas Hotel seeks to express diversity and beauty, as can be seen in the various accommodation styles and through their menu of culinary surprises. The suites and rooms come equipped with breathtaking riverside views, air-conditioning, showers with hot water, cable TV and other amenities to ensure guests have a comfortable, relaxing stay. For guests to enjoy, there is a large swimming pool that reflects the life and energy of the river that runs parallel to it. Guests can also make use of a range of facilities including the leisure area – which offers three relaxing spaces for massages, a sauna, games rooms, reading rooms and open-air reading beds that are integrated into the natural environment. Curl up with a good book and listen to the tranquil sounds of the river, hidden away deep inside the Brazilian wild.

Pousada Vila Serrano

Pousada Vila Serrano goes to lengths to make sure its furnishing and layout evokes bliss and tranquility in its guests. Making use of the Feng Shui method of interior design, everything in the guest space has been designed to make appropriate use of spacing and arrangement to truly provide bliss and peacefulness to those that visit it. A careful harmonic balance between water, space, comfort and the enchantment of the wild is brewed into the potion of holistic bliss that is Pousada Vila Serrano.

Porto da Lua Boutique Hotel

Porto da Lua Boutique Hotel provides its guests with wonderful views overlooking the beach, and makes for an exceptional oceanside vacation. Its guests can choose from a variety of room types to best fit their needs, and most of the rooms offer spectacular views of the ocean and palm trees. All rooms come with a workspace, AC, TV, minibar, and a balcony. Guests are also treated to an excellent tropical breakfast served every day, which can be enjoyed in the onsite restaurant. As you go about your day, you will find many of the local attractions such as the beach, snorkeling, or whale watching tours, all can be found just a short walk away.

Tivoli Praia do Forte

If you are looking for a unique nature getaway the Tivoli Ecoresort Praia Do Forte Bahia is the perfect stay, set in 30,000 hectares of luscious rainforest. Here, guests can choose from a variety of room types, catered towards families, couples and solo travellers and offering a range of beautiful land and seascape views. All accommodation comes equipped with WiFi, a workspace, a TV, and a balcony. There are also a selection of restaurants and bars onsite which cater to a variety of tastes. Guests are also welcomed to make use of the facilities such as the swimming pools and a spa offering a variety of body and beauty treatments.

Pousada do Ouro

Pousada Do Ouro allows you the wonderful opportunity to stay within the city of Paraty. Each room is decorated in a colonial style down to the small details, with white linens and dark wood furniture inviting you to break from your routine and enjoy comfort and relaxation in an exotic new place. Every morning a delicious breakfast awaits complete with South American coffee to wake you. Throughout your stay you are a short walk/drive from an endless amount of things to do, from tours to restaurants and shopping. When the sun goes down, you can enjoy a candlelit dinner at the Punto Divino restaurant, and enjoy an excellent selection of wines.

Fazenda Barranco Alto

A charming, family-run guesthouse, the Fazenda Barranco Alto is a unique lodging experience which offers only six rooms with personalised service. From here, guests can access to so much untouched landscape via boat trips, horseback riding, 4×4 vehicles or walks guided by experienced bilingual guides. You will also gain an authentic insight into he daily life of the authentic Pantanal cowboy, and try the typical food of the region. From breakfast to dinner, the guesthouse’s kitchen uses only fresh ingredients from its own garden or from local producers.
With 11,000 hectares of land, home to approximately 4,800 native species, the farm is committed to environmental policies and its permanent mission is to protect the environment.