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Destination
Chef's Table at Sea
Dining in style: Maltese luxury hotel Iniala Valletta is bringing the culinary artistry of Simon Rogan and his team to the ocean. The acclaimed chef and head of the two-Michelin-starred restaurant ION Harbour is taking it from land to sea with the "ION at Sea Chef’s Table". Until early October, the exclusive fine-dining experience is offered five days a week aboard a Riva 44 yacht – for just one group of two to four guests at a time. A seasonal tasting menu is prepared right in front of guests. More Info
Experience
Stillness in Style
For its 25th anniversary, Anantara invites guests to pause with special Anniversary Experiences. Theme: "The Art of Stillness". From spiritual rituals and relaxing moments in nature, experiences include an overwater stargazing observatory at Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas (pictured) and teakwood boat rides along Chiang Mai’s Mae Ping River. Offers are available at Anantara properties around the world. More Info
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Property
Ever Bloomfield Starts in Queensland
With just 14 bungalows, luxury lodge Ever Bloomfield will open on November 1 on the Daintree Coast in Queensland, Australia. Bookings are now open. The special touch: Guests can only arrive by boat or helicopter. Experiences include reef safaris on the Great Barrier Reef, tours through the Daintree Rainforest and encounters with local communities. The lodge follows an all-inclusive concept, covering meals as well as transfers and daily experiences. More Info
Trade Rate
Al Husn Muscat, Oman
In Oman’s Barr Al Jissah, Al Husn Muscat is one of three hotels that recently joined Hilton. The property is expected to operate as Waldorf Astoria from 2027.
Travel professionals receive a 50 percent discount on the Best Available Rate for stays through September 30. Breakfast for two is included, along with discounts on F&B, watersports and spa experiences. Bookings can be made by email to the reservations team.
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Travel
Luxury Sailing Adventure with Leopard Sharks
This is a once-in-a-lifetime journey: From March 25 to April 4, 2027, up to 14 guests will board the luxury sailing yachts Silolona and Si Datu Bua in Raja Ampat, Indonesia, organized by Silolona Sojourns and Cookson Adventures. Together with ReShark experts, they will tag and search for released juvenile leopard sharks during the "Lost Sharks of Raja Ampat" journey, tracking their development in the wild and helping protect the nearly extinct population. A film crew will document the expedition. More Info