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Gran Hotel de la ciudad de México

Become a part of five centuries of history at the Grand Hotel Ciudad de México, situated in the heart of the city centre. Built in 1526, the hotel has been a residence to the Royal Accountant, Mexico’s first ever shopping centre, and is now elegant accommodation with fantastic views of Zocalo Square and downtown. Guests can admire the majestic Louis XV lamp and the iconic Tiffany stained glass window, which can be viewed from one of the first panoramic elevators ever installed in Mexico. Any of the ornate rooms have spectacular views of the main plaza, as does the rooftop bar and restaurant where guests can delight in delicious haute Mexican cuisine.

Riu Palace Aruba

The Hotel Riu Palace is situated on the vast strand known as Palm Beach in Aruba, with white sand and crystal clear water. The resort’s carefully tended facilities and wide range of services ensures an enjoyable holiday in the Caribbean.
The magnificent palace offers two freshwater swimming pools, a Jacuzzi, sauna, gym, solarium-terrace and a health and beauty centre with a range of treatments. There is also the warm ocean to be enjoyed at the beach. The hotel’s range of cuisine includes a buffet restaurant and four themed restaurants with a wide variety of dishes to satisfy all palates. There are also several bars at the swimming pool and beach.

Barcelo Aruba

Barcelo Aruba offers its guests a unique experience along the seafront at Palm Beach, one of the liveliest and trendiest areas of Aruba. From here, guests can discover this privileged enclave of calm waters and white sand, enjoy unmatched moments under the shade of a palm tree or venture out to explore the area’s wonderful attractions and watersport activities.
Designed to ensure a comfortable stay for all, the hotel offers an excellent range of rooms, all cosy and bright in design and equipped with modern amenities. When it comes to dining, guests are spoiled for choice as the hotel’s delicious and varied dining options at its seven remarkable restaurants and three lively bars include everything from international dishes, buffet, à-la-carte dining and snacks. Leisure facilities include a casino, swimming pools, tennis courts and a health and wellness centre.

Chisa Busanga Camp

Chisa Busanga Camp lies within the northern part of Kafue National Park, where travellers can view the sweeping grasslands and wetlands of the Busanga Plains. The camp consists of four ‘nests’, woven elevated structures that mimic the nests of the weaver bird, often seen in trees in the surrounding area. The nests are built on legs, allowing stunning views of the plains and passing herds of wildlife, with lantern-lit stairs leading up to them (one of the nests also has a lift). Inside, the nests are fitted with wooden decks, with canvas to keep guests comfortable no matter the weather, and Chisa Busanga Camp is fully powered by solar, as are the camp’s safari vehicles which make no noise while exploring the wilderness of the Kafue National Park, preventing wildlife from being startled while also keeping carbon emissions to a minimum.

Weligama Bay Marriott Resort & Spa

Weligama Bay Marriott Resort & Spa is a 5-star hotel that offers panoramic views of the waterfront and direct access to the beautiful beaches – the only thing separating the resort from the ocean. Every one of the resort’s spacious rooms and suites features stunning sea views, which guests can enjoy from their balconies. The hotel has a modern design, with elements of Sri Lankan decor including authentic beeralu lace accents and dutch pottery.
Travellers are able to slow down and take in the picturesque scenery while delighting in a relaxing stay at this modern and luxurious haven, complete with three swimming pools, a modern fitness centre and the soothing Quan Spa. Guests can enjoy a range of delicious meals, crafted by expert chefs at the restaurants and bars, before venturing out to explore Galle Fort, Marissa Beach, Jungle Beach and the renowned Yala National Park.

The Olive Exclusive All Suite Hotel

Set in Windhoek, Namibia’s thriving capital, The Olive Exclusive All-Suite Hotel is a luxurious and environmentally-conscious boutique hotel that offers a tranquil retreat from the city outside. Made up of seven relaxing suites, the hotel has a comfortable lounge area where guests can gather around the toasty fireplace and enjoy pleasant conversation. The dining room features surround windows that offer stunning panoramic views of Windhoek, as well as letting in lots of light. The suites themselves are spacious with outdoor decks where guests can lie back on a daybed in the pleasant shade or take a refreshing dip in your private plunge pool. The hotel has a natural aesthetic, using wooden benches and natural furnishings.

Onduli Ridge

Onduli Ridge is a luxurious safari camp that rests among the gigantic granite boulders of Damaraland’s semi-desert wilderness. The camp consists of six suites, all en-suite and able to cater for families, as well as a relaxing communal lounge area, a vast library with a wealth of informative books, and exceptional star beds that allow guests to sleep under the glimmering night sky.
 
The camp is designed to blend in with the natural environment, with an earth colour scheme to blend into the surrounding granite, and is entirely powered by solar, causing a minimal impact on the environment. The light and airy suites offer breathtaking views of the semi-desert landscape and offer incredible views of Damaraland’s amazing landmarks, including the Messum and Doros craters, dry river beds and Namibia’s tallest mountain.

Becks Safari Lodge

Becks Safari Lodge is set on the banks of the beautiful Makhutswi River, offering stunning views from the edge of the 9000-hectare Karongwe Private Game Reserve, set in the Limpopo Province. The lodge features eleven luxurious safari suites, each with either waterhole or river views that allow guests to marvel at the local wildlife as wary leopards find a way across the water and elephants gather to drink and play. The brilliant Drakensberg Mountain Range offers the perfect backdrop to game viewing, and guests can immerse themselves in their safari surroundings with the natural design of the suites and their natural colour scheme, accented with touches of silver and elephant grey.
Enjoy a relaxing stay in the heart of the wilderness, venturing out on exciting game drives and nature walks, devouring delicious picnics in the bush, spending a night under the unbelievable dazzling stars or even exploring the reserve from a bird’s eye view with a thrilling helicopter ride.

Maison Galliéni

An exclusive boutique hotel high on Faravohitra Hill, Maison Galliéni offers stunning interiors, breathtaking views of the Antananarivo cityscape and exquisite service. A bespoke hotel repurposed from Madagascar’s first bank, guests can expect an exceptional and private stay, with four beautifully furnished rooms each with their own characterising features. The Madagascan sun bounces off the red roofs of the nearby Faravohitra Cathedral and Analakely’s market stalls, with the renowned Independence Avenue also being a short stroll away. Unwind in the choice of indoor and outdoor lounges or the hotel’s lush garden veranda, cosy up and read in the library, or swim laps in the invigorating heated swimming pool.

Le Jardin Du Roy

Just 20 minutes from the Isalo National Park entrance at Ranohira, the granite Provencal farmhouse lodges of Le Jardin du Roy overlook the panoramic Madagascan countryside and its towering sandstone cliffs. Inside the main building of this quintessentially French property, find an excellent restaurant with locally sourced food, a cosy bar with billiards, board games, a warming fireplace, and majestic windows to watch the cliffside sunsets from.  With a choice of 40 luxury rooms mirroring the rustic charm of the hotel’s grounds, Le Jardin du Roy promises a comfortable countryside stay in a beautiful location. The natural park and the hotel’s garden is on your doorstep, but alternatively the helpful concierge can organise tennis, riding, spa services, or you can enjoy a relaxed swim in the hotel’s refreshing outdoor pool.

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