Luxury travel is the epitome of indulgence, offering travellers a chance to escape the everyday and immerse themselves in a world of comfort, style and sophistication. The luxury travel market has gained significant growth in the upcoming years. Nowadays, people are seeking a high level of comfort, exceptional service, unique memorable experiences, and are willing to spend. Here are just a few of the unique experiences you can enjoy around the world. Article By Ria Elaina….
Travelling to Singapore in your own private suite
The Singapore airlines private suits is a self-contained first class cabin available on select airlines for long-haul flights, offering an unrivalled amount of personal space. It offers a sliding door providing maximum privacy for passengers. The comfortable armchair converts to a fully flat bed. Each suite comes with a large HD touchscreen monitor offering a wide range of entertainment and noise cancelling headphones. There is a mood lighting system that adjusts throughout the flight as well, gourmet food served throughout and a personal wardrobe with in flight pyjamas and slippers. Those travelling as a couple can even connect their suites to form one larger bedroom. Prices are currently around £12,000 one way.
Explore the Northern Lights from an igloo
For those seeking a truly unique and unforgettable experience, a trip to see the Northern lights is a must. The Aurora Borealis is one of the worlds most spectacular natural wonders. Sorrisniva Igloo Hotel is the world’s most northern ice hotel which is located in Northern Norway. The hotel is made entirely of ice and snow and reconstructed every winter with a unique and special theme. Inside the igloos, the temperature is kept at a cool -4 degrees celsius so guests need to wear warm clothing whilst sleeping. The beds are made of ice but covered with reindeer hides and a thermal sleeping bag. If this sounds a little too chilly for you then you have the option of staying in the Arctic Wilderness accomodation in a heated premium lodge complete with panoramic lounge on the bank of the internationally renowned Alta River. This hotel offers many excursions such as helicopter experiences, husky rides, king crab catching and snowmobiling. The igloo hotel is open from December 20th until April 7th for overnight stays.
Floating breakfast in the Maldives
Soneva Jani is one of the most exclusive resorts in the Maldives. It is modern and sleek with its contemporary design, impressive technology and famous for the stunning water villas complete with water slide going into the lagoon. They offer floating breakfasts as part of the in villa dining experiences. You can enjoy your breakfast while lounging in your private pool overlooking the Indian Ocean.
Private dining on the Ponte Vecchio
This is the ultimate recipe for Renaissance style romance. The Four Seasons hotel in Florence, Italy, have secured exclusive access to dine on a fourth-floor private terrace on the Ponte Vecchio, Florence’s signature bridge. It is actually the bridge’s only open air terrace and conveniently tucked above the glittering jewellery boutique Dante Cardini. As the sun sets, you have access to incredible views of the Arno River before indulging in a four course gourmet meal designed by the talented chefs of the Four Seasons.
Swimming with rays and sharks in Bora Bora
The St Regis Bora Bora is a luxurious resort located on a private island in the crystal clear lagoon waters of Bora Bora. Why not stay in one of the Royal overwater villas which offers stunning views of the lagoon and Mount Otemanu. Each villa offers a private infinity pool, large living room, an outdoor dining area and exclusive butler service. The St Regis offers many private excursions, one of which is a private boat ride to snorkel at Shark and Ray village which takes approximately 20 minutes. Shark and ray village is a shallow lagoon area where blacktip sharks and lemon sharks are known to gather, along with stingrays. Do you dare?!
Ride aboard the Hogwarts Express in Scotland
The Jacobite Steam Train, also known as the “Harry Potter Train” runs from Fort William, passing through the Glenfinnan Viaduct and into Mallaig in Scotland. It offers stunning views of the Scottish Highlands. It takes about 2.5 hours each way and runs from May to October each year. The train has been featured in the Harry Potter movies as the Hogwarts Express and is a must for Harry Potter fans. The first class carriage offers spacious seating and complimentary refreshments. Tickets start from around £89 for adults and £63 for children for a return journey.
Helicopter ride to The Burj Al Arab
The Burj Al Arab is referred to as one of the worlds most luxurious hotels and iconic landmarks in Dubai. Designed by British architect Tom wright, it is one of the tallest hotels in the world, perfect for landing a helicopter on! The hotel’s helipad has been used for a number of high profile events, incuding a tennis match between Andre Agassi and Roger Federer. For around £2,000 per person, you can get a helicopter transfer from the airport to land right on the hotel.
Private tour of the Vatican
As one of the most visited museums in the world, the Vatican can understandably be crowded. To avoid the masses, you can book your very own private early-bird tour and enter the Vatican museums before the complex opens to the general public. Enjoy an exclusive exploration of world-renowned art, visit the Sistine Chapel, and enter St.Peter’s Basillica directly from the museums without waiting in the main line. Tickets are available through viator.com from £240 per couple.
Champagne brunch at Miason Ruinart, France.
Served on the terrace and in the dining room of Maison Ruinart, a plentiful buffet is offered where dishes are made from seasonal products of the Champagne region. For £70 per person, tasting is accompanied by a choice of two glasses of Ruinart cuvees. After brunch you can explore the Maison Ruinart Crayeres, the cellars which are made of natural chalk, steeped in history and are a UNESCO world heritage site. This informative 2 hour guided tours include a tasting of two cuvees. Cellar tours start from £66 per person.
Private jet around the world
If all that isn’t enough, the Four Seasons has just launched its 48 person private jet that travels from one Four Seasons property to another. The Jet extends the comfort and style of the Four Seasons hotel chain up into the sky. It has the widest and tallest cabin in its class so there is more room to socialise, dine and relax at your leisure. There is a Four Seasons chef on board creating inspiring meals using local ingredients from each destination. There is even a dedicated on board physician who travels with you throughout your trip, attending any health needs you may have along the way for ultimate peace of mind. There are various organised trips, one of which takes you to an uncharted discovery through the southern hemisphere to New Orleans, Costa Rica, Machu Picchu, Buenos Aires, Antarctica, Bogota and the Bahamas. Prices start at a whopping £164,000 per person.
So why not treat yourself, tick off your bucket list and create memories that will last a lifetime…or one can dream on!
