Discover private island resorts that redefine the notion of luxury with their attention to detail, stunning landscapes, and commitment to sustainability. Soneva Kiri, nestled on Thailand's Koh Kood, offers a luxurious retreat with eco-friendly designs that blend seamlessly with the island's untouched beauty. Families can explore the bamboo playground, while the spa pampers with authentic Thai treatments. Six Senses Zil Pasyon in the Seychelles offers stunning pool villas with incredible ocean views and unique amenities, like swings in the bathroom. Guests can indulge in "tree therapy" and enjoy outdoor movies under the stars. The Brando, located on the private Tetiaroa atoll in French Polynesia, is a vision of sustainable luxury with oceanfront villas and a wealth of inclusive services and activities. Nay Palad Hideaway in the Philippines boasts modern design elements surrounded by natural beauty, offering a unique tropical experience. Finally, Nihi Sumba on the edge of Sumba invites guests to experience rustic luxury while contributing to the Sumba Foundation and supporting humanitarian efforts.
“A barefoot state of mind. The perfect wave. Picnics on a deserted island. Private paradise. Endless sunsets.”
Soneva Kiri
THAILAND
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Soneva Kiri is a luxury resort on a large yet barely inhabited island of Koh Kood, surrounded by white beaches and a lush rainforest. A place, where you will discover Thailand like it was back in the day. The all-villa resort is complete with infinity pools, personal electric buggies, and private butlers. Choose anything as intimate and as Beach Pool Villa Suite or as lavish as the 6 Bedroom Sunset Ocean View Reserve. The environmentally friendly design is seen throughout the property, blending in to its surroundings with minimal impact. Families will love the Den, a large bamboo playground, dedicated to learning through creative and meaningful experiences. The Spa is open for authentic Thai treatments, like mud massages, herbal baths, or a silk facials. End the night at the open air and jungle-enshrouded Cinema Paradiso or watch the night sky at the Observatory.
Six Senses Zil Pasyon
SEYCHELLES
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Six Senses Zil Pasyon is a one-of-a-kind private island resort, located on Félicité - an Island in the Seychelles, encircled by Grande Soeur, Petite Soeur, Coco and Marianne Islands. There are 30 pool villas as well three- and four-bedroom residences, surrounded by the large iconic rocks rising out of the turquoise water, with panoramic views of Indian Ocean and dense lush foliage. It is the little details that make Six Senses Zil Pasyon special, like swings in the bathroom, architecture that is part of the environment, and the treehouse-like spa. Enjoy Tree Therapy, a health reboot known as forest bathing or book a session with one of the visiting practitioners - whether it is yoga or reiki. Watch a movie under the stars. Live like a castaway.
The Brando
FRENCH POLYNESIA
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A short flight away from Tahiti, resides one of the most private and untouched French Polynesian islands - Tetiaroa. The sanctuary is home to The Brando - a vision developed by Marlon Brando for one of the first sustainable luxury retreats in the world. Tetiaroa is composed of many small islands surrounding a beautiful lagoon, which used to serve as a vacation destination of Tahitian royalty. The Brando offers 35 oceanfront villas, reflecting Polynesian culture. Choose a one, two or three bedroom villa, with inside and outside masterfully merged together. Relax in an outdoor bathtub or cool off in a private plunge pool. Everything in your stay is part of the price, including daily spa services and activities, as well as one diving session.
Nay Palad Hideaway
THE PHILIPPINES
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Nay Palad Hideaway is a one of a kind luxury hideaway, located between two saltwater ecosystems on the island of Siargao in the Philippines. Surrounded by coconut groves and mangroves trees, the resort sits on a stunning private white sand beach. Imagine an untouched tropical environment seamlessly blending in with modern and whimsical design elements created by DEDON (a luxury outdoor living space company). Stay in one of nine Superior or Deluxe Villas with a private porch and an outdoor shower. Hide from the sun in one of the famous NestRest pods. Climb up in the Treehouse for a yoga class or destination dining. Relax in the gardens, surrounded with frangipani, orchids, and lilies. Nay Palad is all about taking off your shoes and embracing the island way of life.
Nihi Sumba
INDONESIA
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Two surfers looking for the perfect break in 1988 is how Nihi Sumba came to life. This very special, off-the-beaten path resort, is still considered a secret in the travellers' community. Located on the edge of Sumba, Nihi Sumba is surrounded by tropical forest, rice terraces and grasslands, offering exquisite landscapes and breathtaking sanctuary. Choose between 12 beautiful private villas, each with a panoramic view. Rustic living at its finest, where the luxury is in the details. One of the most intriguing facts about Nihi Sumba is that its own fuel is produced through harvested coconut meat. There is nothing quite possibly as tropical as that. When choosing to stay here you are contributing to the Sumba Foundation and providing humanitarian aid to the people of the island. The staff love Nihi Sumba as much as you do and it shows.
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