Hilton might best be known for its compact and comfortable city hotels that are a favourite among business travellers. But beyond those properties, the brand has hundreds of resorts in some of the world’s most beautiful holiday hotspots — from boho luxury in Mexico’s Los Cabos to sparkling overwater villas in the Maldives. In Bali, Hilton’s resort offering sprawls over an ocean clifftop in Uluwatu, an exclusive west coast beach enclave that’s home to ultra-luxurious hotels including the Bulgari, Jumeirah and Alila Villas. It’s worlds apart from Ubud’s jungles and Canggu’s backpacker bars. Inst ..read more

The hotel group Aman, which is set to open several ultra-luxury resorts in Saudi Arabia in the coming years, has revealed a train voyage through Indonesia’s tree-lined hillsides and paddy fields ending at one of the brand’s most iconic properties. The journey will take guests from the buzzing capital city of Jakarta to Amanjiwo in Central Java, where 36 thatched-roofed suites are surrounded by jungles and mountains just a stone’s throw away from the UNESCO-protected Borobudur temple. The train’s carriages, adorned in Aman’s trademark minimalist aesthetic, will travel for seven hours through th ..read more

Within the boundaries of Galle Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage site on Sri Lanka’s rugged southwest coast, is Amangalla. This elegant, white-washed retreat, once home to Dutch governors and British soldiers in the 17th century, now offers a historical escape from the citadel’s bustling streets, combining colonial-era elegance with service that goes well beyond five-star. The surrounding fort, originally established by the Portuguese in 1505, was later seized by the Dutch, who encircled the city with ramparts and bastions to safeguard their interests. Today, it’s a historical haven, attracting t ..read more

Belgravia may not be as famous as neighbouring Mayfair and Knightsbridge, but this elegant district of the UK capital is a gem in its own right. The area’s terraced Georgian townhouses and picturesque garden squares are home to billionaires, diplomats and celebrities who seek solace while still remaining close to the heart of the action. But Belgravia’s status as a coveted enclave wasn’t always a given. The area was once known as the Five Fields — a muddy, down-and-out hunting ground for 18th-century highwaymen. Over centuries the district transformed from a lawless hinterland to one of London ..read more

Since opening in 2003, the Shangri-La Dubai has long been one of the city’s grande dames — combining timeless elegance with a handy location near all the top sights. The five-star hotel is spread across 43 floors, including seven restaurants and bars, one of the UAE’s best club lounges and a quirky pool club with floating breakfasts. But it is the views that really capture guests’ hearts. Rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows take in expansive vistas over the ever-changing skyline of Dubai, with the Burj Khalifa on one side and the vast Arabian Sea on the other. Click to jump to… The Hotel ..read more

Dubai’s KRASOTA restaurant is to transform Valentine’s Day into an art-infused celebration, featuring bespoke fragrances from the esteemed French atelier Liquides Imaginaires and a groundbreaking performance inspired by artificial intelligence. In the “immersive gastro-theatre,” guests find themselves seated at an expansive ring-shaped table that doubles as a canvas for vivid projections. The swish culinary stage is dramatically framed by sweeping drapes, creating an ambiance that blurs the lines between dining and performance. The Art of Love show celebrates the works of eight artists from th ..read more

With Eid Al Fitr fast approaching, hotels in destinations across the Middle East and Asia are revealing bargain deals for travellers looking to book in a quick getaway — and the Maldives, with its white sands, unspoilt coral reefs and picture-perfect lagoons, are no exception. The Residence by Cenizaro, which is split across two islands in one of the largest and deepest atolls in the world, is offering 40% off its usual rates for a bumper eight months, as long as you book before April 9th this year. Take your pick from an enviable selection of immaculate villas perched on the beach and hoverin ..read more

The 17th-century Cameron House Hotel, rising dramatically from forests and mountains on the bonnie banks of Loch Lomond, feels worlds away from the hustle and bustle of Glasgow — or so it seems. In reality, this action-packed five-star resort is just a 30-minute drive away from Scotland’s second city. That means within an hour of stepping off one of the daily Emirates flights from Dubai, you can dive right in to a myriad of activities – from flying falcons to spotting otters in their natural habitat and soaring over the rugged West Coast whisky isles in the UK’s only seaplane. Click to ju ..read more

A new Dubai speakeasy combining water, earth, fire and air with moody deep red interiors has launched, promising a menu of cocktails that evoke the elements. Aether at the five-star W Dubai hotel on The Palm promises to “ignite the senses and elevate the spirit” with smooth R&B beats and a menu of mixed drinks drawing upon the “primal forces of nature”. In the dramatically spotlit space – hidden behind heavy doors – shiny gold stools and plush red armchairs overlook brushed concrete walls and an amber-themed bar stocked with premium spirits. Menu highlights include the Parachute Yout ..read more

The ultra-luxury brand Aman has revealed the designs for its upcoming hotel in Beverly Hills, an oasis set among acres of lush botanical gardens teeming with native Californian flora and fauna. The city property marks the fifth urban destination in Aman’s portfolio, which has traditionally focused on exclusive and far-flung destinations including frescoed Venetian palazzos, Sri Lankan military forts and secluded Balinese jungle hideaways. The all-suite resort – which is set to open in 2027 near the city’s iconic tree-lined Rodeo Drive – will be at the intersection of Wilshire and Santa Mo ..read more