Elite Traveler July-August 2017

Landaa Estate FOUR SEASONS RESORT MALDIVES AT LANDAA GIRAAVARU Found within the UnescoWorld Biosphere Reserve Baa Atoll, Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Landaa Giraavaru boasts outstandingly pristine surroundings. In this breathtaking setting, the resort’s three-bedroom, two-story Landaa Estate makes a stay here seem even more extraordinary. Featuring 262ft of private beach, two pools, a stargazing lounge and a wealth of outdoor space, the villa truly embraces its surroundings, with open-air living areas bringing the outdoors in. While the first floor is taken up by two en suite bedrooms with features such as a sunken marble bath and garden shower, the second floor is home to a third bedroom along with the stargazing lounge and a plunge pool that cascades down into the main swimming pool below. A personal chef can be requested, as well as hand- delivered sunset cocktails and canapés. From$21,000 per night, contact Hassan Ziyad, reservations & revenuemanager, hassanziyad@ fourseasons.com, +96 0660 0888, fourseasons.com/maldiveslg

Singita Castleton SINGITA SABI SAND, SOUTH AFRICA

Feeling more like a magnificent private home than a safari camp, exclusive-use Singita Castleton is set within 45,000 acres of private grounds adjacent to Kruger National Park. Formerly the family home of Singita founder Luke Bailes’ grandfather, the authentic yet elegant Singita Castleton is perfect for a safari experience. The house overlooks a watering hole where animals come to quench their thirst, and you can go on a game drive to get close to elephants, antelopes and big cats — leopards are regularly seen. Perfect for a multi-generational family trip as, unlike many other safaris, you choose when you’d like to go on game drives. From$11,600 per night, contact Hannah Dean-Wood, reservations consultant, enquiries@singita.com, +27 216 833 424, singita.com

Manor House Suite ROSEWOOD, LONDON, UK

Possibly the only suite with its own zip code, the Manor House at Rosewood London becomes the GrandManor HouseWing when the five connecting rooms are booked with the suite. As well as its own zip code, the house has a private entrance from the hustle of High Holborn and a private elevator. The expansive house exudes London luxury, with bespoke furnishings appointed by Tony Chi, and the dining room is a beautiful setting for a family dinner. An in-room consultation from one of the world's most sought after hair stylists, Matthew Curtis, is also available. From$19,000 per night, contact Michael Bonsor, managing director, london@rosewoodhotels.com, +44 207 781 8888, rosewoodhotels.com

Photos Ken Seet, Durston Saylor, Adriaan Louw Photography