Located due west on the coast of Mauritius, Victoria is conveniently situated between the tourist hub of Grand-Baie and Port-Louis, the capital city. Facing the splendid sunsets, Victoria is one of the most popular family resorts on the island. Renowned for its spacious sea-facing rooms, a laid-back atmosphere and a wide range of activities for both children and teenagers, the hotel encompasses a lifestyle to appeal to all ages.
The St Regis Mauritius Resort offers white sand beaches, the dazzling turquoise ocean, a range of exciting water activities, and a selection of places to dine. The rooms are spacious and comfortable with gorgeous views of the Indian Ocean. Take a morning trip to swim with dolphins or have a diving excursion beneath the sparkling sea. Relax on the beach or by the pool and then choose whether to eat French, Japanese, or Mauritian cuisine. Enjoy a cocktail as the evening ends and watch the sunset over the sea.
Tucked away in lush tropical gardens near the quaint, sleepy village of Belle Mare, this luxury hotel in Mauritius graces a glorious stretch of the island’s eastern coast. Dressed in soothing whites and vibrant brights, each of the thatch-roofed suites and villas is blessed with sea views. An unspoilt sweep of powder-soft sands, crystalline waters in sparkling shades of beryl blue, coconut palms swaying gently in the breeze – this is one of the finest beaches in Mauritius. At the heart of the resort, the island’s largest swimming pool is an idyllic spot for lounging and mingling, gently buzzing by day and sashaying to Balearic beats by night. Dip a toe in the water, indulge in sweet-scented treatments at the LUX* Me spa, work on your swing at one of three world-class golf courses or sample exotic scoops of home-made ice cream at the ICI parlour. Beyond the sands, a kaleidoscope of sea life awaits in the lagoon – you’ve found one of the most delightful spots on the island!
LUX* Grand Gaube is located near a quiet fishing village on the north coast of Mauritius. The hotel is set amongst lush tropical gardens and coves, with spectacular views of the Indian Ocean. Accommodation is available in generously proportioned rooms which feature balconies or terraces. Guests are spoilt for choice with many different restaurants available, each with a selection of international cuisine. Guests can visit the famous Cafe LUX* as well as many different bars for relaxation!
On the sunset side of Mauritius, LUX* Le Morne is poised at the very edge of the Indian Ocean and protected from trade winds by the rugged Le Morne Peninsula. The resort is set within delightfully landscaped gardens, with four pools, a spa and a selection of restaurants and bars offering ample opportunity to sample delicious New and Old World wines and a variety of island-inspired dishes. Located on the quieter side of the island, LUX* Le Morne enchants with its magnificent beach and sunset views, secluded seating areas and elegant, romantic ambience. With pleasant surprises at every turn, you’ll get the sense that anything really is possible here!
Hacienda La Danesa is a family-run Hacienda that prioritises a sustainable, regional and natural focused experience for all of its guests. A small number of spacious suites showcase rustic luxury and the farm offers a host of exciting and immersive activities. From tubing down a lazy river and milking the cows to making your own chocolate directly from the bean or spending an afternoon as a beekeeper – this is a place that will long stay in your heart. Conveniently located 1 hour from Guayaquil, La Danesa lies at the foot of the Andes between Naranjito and Bucay. The farm follows policies to support local employment and serves delicious cuisine with a ‘Farm to Food’ ethos. Local produce features heavily. With a small number of guests, beautiful, tranquil gardens and an embrace of the hacienda pace of life, this is the ideal place to lose yourself in the beauty of Ecuador and replenish your soul.
The Galapagos archipelago is one of very few places on the planet to be relatively untouched by man. With only 3 per cent of their landmass inhabited, the islands support a number of remarkable ecosystems, as well as being home to marine reserves. Galapagos Safari Camp provides a new way to experience the Galapagos, either in addition to a cruise or as a unique destination in itself. The eco-luxury tented camp follows the African safari tradition in which guests enjoy total comfort under canvas while experiencing nature in its purest form.
Pikaia Lodge is a 5-star luxury eco-lodge situated on the island of Santa Cruz, in the Galapagos archipelago. Idyllically close to the beautiful, secluded white sand beaches and wildlife sites of the Galapagos National Park, the lodge provides a stunning gateway to adventure in the islands. Built on 31 hectares of land which has been lovingly reforested with endemic trees, the lodge is also home to a private wild giant tortoise reserve. Pikaia Lodge is comprised of 19 private rooms and suites which offer stunning views of arid savannah to the north, mist-cloaked extinct volcanoes and tropical cloud forest-covered mountains to the southwest, all set against the beautiful backdrop of the Pacific Ocean.
Golden Bay Galapagos is located in the capital city of Puerto Baquerizo Moreno in the Galapagos Islands, Ecuador. The hotel is situated on San Cristobal,one of the largest islands of the Galapagos Archipelago, and geographically speaking, one of the oldest. It is the only one possessing fresh water and also one of the oldest human settlements of the islands with a stable population since the second half of the nineteenth century. Named after the beach on its doorstep, guests staying at Golden Bay are frequent witnesses to sea lions, iguanas and other endemic wildlife.
Nestled deep in the rainforest and overlooking the mysterious waters of Lake Garzacocha is the La Selva Amazon Ecolodge. This is the stop for adventurers in search of a taste of Ecuador’s rainforest, offering expeditions and exploration galore. Hike into the forest in search of monkeys, rainbow birdlife and a universe of insects, adventure into the depths of the Amazon by boat to glimpse rare species and meet local indigenous communities, or creep out at night to hear the chorus of frogs and find owls over the lake. The lodge’s environmental ethos grounds them in contributing to the conservation and improvement of their environment and the people that live there. Luxurious suites with views of the treetops and lake make for a restful stay close to nature, with options for families as well as couples and other groups. Hot tubs, decks and rainforest showers add to the experience.