Traveling the world is exciting and fun enough as it is, but just add in a bit of luxury and you can transform your vacation from wonderful, to truly extraordinary!
Here are our recommendations for that extra “oomph” your vacation is missing, from upgraded air travel, luxury adventures, quick pampering getaways, luxurious stays at upscale resorts, even a delicious luxurious restaurant experience! Once you try one of these luxury travel experiences, you’ll never go back to ordinary travel!
1. Fly Emirates First Class
Flying Emirates First Class is one of the most luxurious airline experiences in the world! The privacy, the fine dining, the cocktail bars, and shower spas at 40,000 feet….it just doesn’t get better than this!
- Enjoy a private suite of your very own. Slide the doors closed, turn down the ambient lighting, and retreat to your own private cinema.
- Convert your seat into a fully flat bed and ask our crew to make up the sheets if you’re craving a restful night’s sleep.
- From sumptuous à la carte cuisine to tasty snacks, experience truly personal dining service.
- Rejuvenate in the insane A380 Shower Spa, and feel refreshed with exclusive Emirates Private Collection Bvlgari amenity kits.
Start packing your bags – this is an experience for the books!
READ OUR ENTIRE BLOG ABOUT UPGRADING AIRLINE SEATS HERE
2. Hop on an Around-The-World Cruise
For your first post-pandemic vacation, why not go all out and book an around-the-world cruise?
Some of the top cruises will take you all around the planet to see some of the most amazing sites, from natural wonders and iconic attractions to amazing bustling cities and once-in-a-lifetime opportunities!
A cruise is one of the best and most worry-free ways to experience an around-the-world adventure. It is also the most convenient way, since travelers only have to unpack once! Cruisers will have peace of mind without having to pack up every few days and rush to the next destination.
For luxurious cruise options, Silversea is a great option.
Silversea World Cruise 2022
This is an extraordinary North-South World Cruise spanning parallels 65°S to 65°N, from Antarctica all the way up to Iceland.
This singular itinerary weaves together a story of magnificently contrasting destinations, from Turkey to South Africa, from South Georgia Island to Seychelles all on the luxurious Silver Whisper.
The price includes restaurants, butler service, unlimited shore excursions, all liquor and beverages, pre-paid gratuities, Wi-Fi, and first-class air travel.
Tips for booking an around-the-world cruise:
- If you don’t have tons of time, choose to book a segment instead, ranging from two weeks to a month or more. This is a great way to sample the world cruise experience.
- Book ahead! Around-the-world cruises tend to sell out, so it is a good idea to book a year or two in advance.
Read our entire blog about Around-the-World Cruises here
3. Explore Burj Al Arab, Dubai
The Burj Al Arab has often been described as the world’s first “seven-star hotel”, as well as “the most luxurious hotel in the world” since opening in 1999.
The Burj Al Arab is built on an artificial island off the coast of Dubai’s white sandy beaches. The hotel is an all-suite hotel with each suite offering a range of unique first-class flourishes, including an extensive selection of complimentary Hermes toiletries, a “pillow menu” with 17 options, a “bath menu”, and a butler available to explain the different options. The design and architecture of the hotel are as unique as it can get, with its dhow shape noticeable from miles and miles away.
Other amenities at Burj Al Arab are:
- 6 high-end restaurants
- A rooftop helipad
- a Rolls Royce shuttle service from the airport
- walls adorned in 24-karat gold leaf.
And if all of that isn’t enough luxury, there’s always the 24-karat gold iPads that guests receive upon arrival to use, which include access to all guest services and hotel information!
4. Visit Aurora Station Space Hotel
When it opens its doors in 2022, the world’s first luxury space hotel will offer thrill-seekers with a spare $13 million the chance to float in zero gravity, participate in research experiments, and witness auroras from above. With customizable private sleeping pods, top-quality space food, and luxury design details, Aurora Station is ushering in a new era of space travel, setting the bar high for the future of space travel!
During this 12-day adventure, the travelers will fly at a height of 200 miles above the Earth’s surface in Low Earth Orbit, where they will witness unforgettable views of our blue planet. The hotel will orbit Earth every 90 minutes, which means guests will see around 16 sunrises and sunsets every 24 hours.
While a $10 million trip is outside the budget of most people’s two-week vacations, Orion offers an authentic astronaut experience. Travelers will take part in what is usually a 24-month training regimen and streamline it to three months, at a smaller portion of the cost.
5. Soak up a Superyacht cruise of the Mediterranean
Luxury-craving travelers can join together and charter the elegant 92 meters Queen Miri yacht for a cool $2.8 million a week. It features a helipad that converts into a party deck, making it the ultimate location for a celebration!
The yacht’s fabulous interiors can comfortably fit a staggering 36 guests across 18 stunning suites. This comprises a stylish master suite, 2 VIP staterooms, 7 double cabins, and 8 twin cabins. Up to 36 crew onboard can also be accommodated, making her the perfect vessel for yacht charter guests looking to sit back and relax.
Guests adore this motor yacht’s extensive health and beauty facilities, including her whirlpool Jacuzzi and her heated seawater swimming pool. There will certainly be no shortage of pampering and entertainment options at your disposal.
6. Dine at SubliMotion in Ibiza, Spain
Opened in 2014 on the Spanish island of Ibiza, SubliMotion is much more than just the world’s most expensive restaurant! Experience dining at its most surreal, futuristic, and thought-provoking.
With its own musical menu, choreographed service, and ground-breaking technology to awaken your senses one bite at a time, a meal here is anything but ordinary.
During this theatrical gastronomic show, 12 lucky diners feast on innovative cuisine in a high-tech, interactive space called “capsule”, which serves as a blank canvas and can be transformed into almost anything!
So put this unforgettable restaurant on your bucket list to one day indulge in a 20-course dinner for $2379.00! Michelin-starred chef Paco Roncero will electrify senses with virtual reality, laser light shows, edible entry tickets, and more!
7. Get Pampered at Chalet Zermatt Peak, Switzerland
Enjoy remarkable views of the iconic Matterhorn from this cozy luxury chalet and discover the ultimate in pampering. With breathtaking views of the Matterhorn and located centrally above the enchanting village of Zermatt, that the chalet is truly architecturally inspired.
This privately-run chalet is spaciously laid out over six lavish floors and includes five deluxe double bedrooms, ceiling to floor windows, sky observatory roofing, and an indoor/outdoor Jacuzzi. The spacious open-plan living areas spill out onto the generous wrap-around balcony where travelers can take in the extraordinary views.
There is also a Wellness Centre that has a private gym, full treatment spa, and in-house massage therapist that ensures guests enjoy the ultimate in relaxation. The award-winning Swiss Chalet Team offers a truly unique and highly personalized experience. The in-house award-winning Gourmet Chef takes guests on captivating culinary journeys and will assist you in traversing the carefully curated wine cellar.
8. Enjoy Nature at Dunton Hot Springs, Colorado
8. Enjoy Nature at Dunton Hot Springs, ColoradoWhen money is no object, why not rent an entire town? This fascinating former mining spot was once abandoned but has been restored to luxury status, and sits beautifully in an extraordinary alpine valley.
Dunton Hot Springs is a small and exclusive resort located deep in the San Juan Mountains of the Colorado Rockies. This impeccably restored ghost town thrives on juxtapositions; hand-hewn log cabins exquisitely furnished, a life-worn saloon serving food of startling quality, and challenging hiking trails followed by pampering massages. This romantic old mining town still provides high-speed wireless internet access in every cabin.
Dunton Hot Springs is a dreamy 1800’s ghost town set in an extraordinary alpine valley. The resort offers a variety of day and overnight packages, and the entire town can be rented exclusively for corporate retreats, family reunions, and weddings.
9. Soak in Paradise at Laucala Island Resort, Fiji
Surrounded by rainforests and incredible views of the Fijian archipelago, the secluded island of Laucala Island can be rented for $210,000 over five nights.
This private island resort is set among coconut plantations, sandy beaches, turquoise lagoons, rich green mountains, and breathtaking natural beauty – definitely features worthy of being compared to the Garden of Eden!
Genuine luxury is appreciated in the privacy of the resort’s 25 villas, as well as the freedom to experience an abundance of activities, ranging from golf to water sports to beachside horseback riding and more! Tee off anytime on the 18-hole Championship golf course designed by Scotsman David McLay-Kidd. PGA professionals are available to assist golfing guests.
The island has five exclusive restaurants and bars where top international chefs from Europe and Asia serve a superb choice of Western, Asian, and local cuisines. Fruits, vegetables, exotic herbs, poultry, and cattle are sustainably and organically produced on the island’s farms.
Laucala is a paradise of lavish pampering and a forward-thinking property of environmental and cultural compassion.
10. Go “Around the World” with Geoffrey Kent: An Inspiring Expedition by Private Jet
Abercrombie & Kent has run over 50 private jet trips, but in 2022 the company’s founder Geoffrey Kent is personally escorting a 26-day journey traveling on a private Boeing 757 to visit places that would be hard to reach on big airlines!
Venture far off the beaten path on this one-of-a-kind, globe-spanning adventure, designed by Geoffrey Kent to include several places he’s visiting for the first time. Reveal every destination through insider-access opportunities only possible with A&K.
Feast in a 400-year-old samurai fortress, experience a private party hosted by a celebrity chef in Hanoi, and learn the practice of Voodoo at a ceremony presented just for you. Join A&K’s founder as well as a top-quality Tour Management team and dedicated flight crew onboard a chartered 757 with first-class, lie-flat seats, and circle the globe to discover one breath-taking destination after another!
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