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Property

Shangri-La Opens Songtei Kyoto

Shangri-La will open the second property in its ultra-luxury Shangri-La Signatures collection in late 2026. Located across from Kyoto’s UNESCO-listed Nijō Castle, Songtei Kyoto will feature 77 rooms and suites. Plans include a spa with onsen baths, an indoor pool, a Chinese fine-dining restaurant (pictured), and a kappo sushi counter. The full opening is scheduled for early 2027. More Info

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Silver Cloud, Antarctica

Head into the Antarctic summer! On December 8, Silversea’s Silver Cloud sets the stage for a 13-night cruise journey starting and ending in Santiago, Chile. A flight takes guests to Puerto Williams, where they board the ship and sail through the Drake Passage to the Antarctic Peninsula.

Rates for 13 nights in an oceanview cabin start at 7,900 euros per person for travel advisors, including full board, beverages, domestic flights, shore excursions, and expedition gear. Bookable through Vacation at Sea.

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Luxus und natürliche Schönheit auf Saadiyat Island

Im Park Hyatt Abu Dhabi Hotel and Villas gehören entspannte Tage am Strand von Saadiyat Island ebenso zum Urlaub wie Ausflüge in die arabische Wüste. Das Resort bietet 306 Zimmer, Suiten und Villen mit lokalen Akzenten und Blick auf das Arabische Meer, den Garten oder den Pool. Der unberührte Strand, die kulinarische Vielfalt und das Atarmia Spa schaffen beste Voraussetzungen für erholsame Inselaufenthalte und besondere Abu-Dhabi-Erlebnisse – ein vielseitiger Rückzugsort für Paare und Familien! Mehr Infos & Kontakt

Destination

New Zealand Trip by Private Jet

Captain’s Choice will depart on a 14-day journey for up to 34 guests on September 22, 2027. The route runs from Auckland via Rotorua, Hawke’s Bay, Kaikōura, and Christchurch to Queenstown. Highlights include a private boat trip to the Māori rock carvings at Lake Taupo, a helicopter flight over Milford Sound (pictured), whale watching from the air, and winery visits. Accommodations include Huka Lodge, Rosewood Cape Kidnappers, and Millbrook Resort. More Info

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Experience

Raffles Serves Up the Gruffalo

The deep dark wood meets Whitehall: To mark the release of "Gruffalo Granny,", the first new Gruffalo children’s book in 20 years, Raffles London at The OWO is now serving a new Gruffalo Afternoon Tea. In the Drawing Room, "Roasted Fox", "Little Brown Mouse", "Deep Dark Wood", and "Scrambled Snake" take their places on tiered stands as sandwiches. Just as cute: pastries shaped like the Gruffalo, the mouse, and "Owl’s Pot of Soup". Families can also book a Gruffalo Experience with themed gifts. More Info

Travel

Glamping in Peru’s Desert

DMC Tropic is expanding its portfolio with a glamping experience in the dunes of Ica. Guests explore the landscape around Huacachina by off-road vehicle at sunset, with sandboarding included. A private camp then awaits, complete with a three-course dinner, a campfire, and starry skies. Travelers with more time can extend their trip to Paracas, where activities include searching for scallops with local partner Gregorio. For inquiries, contact Grace Diaz. More Info

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