Four Ultra-Luxe Hotels To Book For Your Next Long Weekend Away
Game, Set, Match
When luxury meets leisure you get the perfect combination for summer escapism. After appointing Novak Djokovic as its first Global Wellness Advisor last year, Aman is now launching Longevity Pathways with the tennis legend – a series of visionary wellness programmes. Debuting with the Detoxification Programme, designed by Djokovic, it offers a three-day guided reset for body, mind and spirit available at Amanpuri, Amanbagh, Aman Tokyo, Aman New York, Amanyara, and more. aman.com
A Home Away From Home
This summer, you can holiday like you're at home but within the lap of luxury courtesy of One&Only Le Saint Géran in Mauritius, which has just been added to the brand's Private Rental Homes Program. The standalone villas feature two to six bedrooms, statement pools, yoga platforms, huge entertaining areas and beautiful indoor-outdoor living spaces making them perfect for family escapes. Plus, Riva has just launched, a new dining concept serving coastal dishes with a touch of Italian flair, so while you'll feel at home, you won't have to lift a finger. oneandonlyresorts.com
A Taste of Italy in Istanbul
When it opens late 2026 in Istanbul, this will be the very first Etro Residence in the world and marks an exciting new chapter for the Italian fashion house. A place where luxury, art and architecture meet, with epic views of the Bosphorus and the brand's signature stamp of patterns, textures, colour and style, Etro Residence is set to redefine luxury living in Turkey's dynamic city. Etro Residence Phuket is also underway, due to open in 2027. etroresidencesistanbul.com
Coastal Escapism
Fresh from the Monaco Grand Prix in May, there's still plenty of reasons to tap up Monte-Carlo for a summer escape. Namely the stunning renovations at the legendary Monte-Carlo Beach Club, which has unveiled a whole new look. The redesign preserves the club's timeless elegance whilst introducing a more contemporary vibe. Once you've enjoyed a dip or lazed on your stripy sunlounger, you can tuck into a new Mediterranean menu at the redesigned Le Deck, or let award-winning chef Marcel Ravin take you on a 'marine garden' seafood journey at Elsa. montecarlosbm.com
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