The Latest Trends in Luxury Travel
Keeping up with the trends can be difficult, and at times downright exhausting. Given that the world is changing quicker than ever, sometimes one can’t help but feel a little overwhelmed by the whole thing. Even our idea of luxury has changed, and many are more eager than ever to experience the latest trends on offer. What are these trends, and where should you go for a peak luxury experience? Fortunately for you, we’ve gathered all the hot spots which exemplifying exactly what to expect when it comes to luxury in 2019.
Solitaire Lodge, New Zealand
Overlooking the breathtaking Lake Tarawera, this getaway consistently redefines what we expect from a luxurious escape. As one of New Zealand’s premiere luxury lodges, boasting nine meticulous suites, high quality dining, incredible panoramic views, and a commitment to offering a truly world-class experience, the Solitaire Lodge keeps you coming back for more, reminding you of what luxury always has been, and always should be.
Le Bristol, Paris, France
Despite all the changing trends, Paris still manages to sweep itself into our hearts. The smells, the culture, the music, the food – Paris and luxury seem to be two sides of the same coin. The Le Bristol hotel has been defining trends since 1925, and shows that attending a spa session, eating French cuisine, and taking walks through elegant gardens, all while in Paris, will never not be considered luxurious.
Thanda Island, Tanzania
People don’t just want to be locked in a pretty room for days on end; all the luxury in the world is meaningless if you don’t get to experience it – to truly feel alive. It’s for this reason that more and more travelers crave a real escape. Located between the mainland of Tanzania and Mafia Island, Thanda Island sits at the bleeding edge of both luxury and adventure. Big game fishing, kayaking, and a stunning marine reserve are all complemented by the immense and breathtaking luxury island accommodation on offer. Thanda Island doesn’t just follow trends – it creates them.
The Palace, Sun City, South Africa
If you went to Sun City ten years ago and saw it today, you’d be very surprised to find entirely new casinos, buildings, and water slide adventures. Even the Palace and its surrounding grounds have changed. While many might feel their nostalgia has been taken away, Sun City continues to reform, recalibrate, and re-engage the masses of travelers who are eager for the latest and greatest. Rest assured though, Sun City hasn’t lost any of its magic – rivers, forests, wildlife, and unprecedented luxury continue to radiate from the Lost City, not despite the change, but because of it.
Abaton Island Resort & Spa, Crete, Greece
Much like Paris, Greece has always maintained an air of luxury. The ancient Greeks had quite a lot to say about Beauty, Value, and what makes a good life; naturally, Greece continues this legacy in the realm of luxury, continually reminding us that true luxury can’t be experienced without true beauty. The Abaton Island Resort & Spa in Crete, Greece, allows the natural beauty of the Greek Islands to fuel all the luxuries on offer. Featuring spa-therapies which focus, not only on skin and body, but also on the mind, as well as 152 gorgeous rooms and suites, Abaton Island Resort is sure to remind you that, without true beauty, there can’t be any true luxury.
Song Saa Private Resort, Cambodia
More and more travelers seem to be hungry for adventure, not in the sense that they want to do something dangerous, but instead that they want something new, something different; off the marked path. As a result, luxury seems to be popping up in all sorts of places: Isolated islands, Forests, and even underground caves. Cambodia, a country often ignored by those seeking luxury, continues to introduce more and more resorts – ones which promise the security of luxurious pampering, and at the same time the thrill of adventure. Song Saa Resort is surrounded by the natural beauty of the untouched Cambodian landscape, with the thrills of speedboating and snorkeling matched by the delights of foreign (and often exciting) cuisine, as well as long walks on a private beach. Finding a balance between Luxury and Adventure might seem difficult, but this is one trend that Song Saa continues to define in the most spectacular ways.
With so many places to go, people to meet, and things to see, it can be intimidating when considering where to start. Fortunately, more and more resorts, lodges, islands, and retreats continue to define and redefine what to expect from a truly luxurious getaway. All we need to do is get flirty with the trends, and we’ll quickly see why luxury today is the best luxury we’ve ever had on offer!
