Exemplar Travel Magazine - Issue 11

Travel News Anantara have taken private villa rental to new heights in the hills above Anantara Layan Resort in a quiet corner of the beautiful island of Phuket in Thailand. Guests to any of the fifteen sumptuous villas varying in size from 2-7 bedrooms will live in grand style with spacious private pools in accommodation that was specifically designed to melt into the forested hillside above the main resort, and lying within a protected National Park, this natural setting is unlikely to see further development. Everything is geared to maximum convenience including a live-in butler, a private chef and maid service, VIP airport transfers as well as full access to the facilities of the main, 5 star resort in the tranquil bay below including the Anantara Spa and the Chang Club for children. Land and ocean combination holidays As cruising expends to evermore distant shores it is natural that many will view this as an opportunity to mix time on land as well ocean to create that extra special long holiday especially if it incorporates “once in a lifetime experiences” like extended sightseeing in China together with a cruise around South East Asia. A return to form for Turkey for squeezed budgets With the fall in the value of Sterling, Turkey is the most attractively priced country around the Mediterranean. WithintheEurozonePortugalandGreeceofferbestvalue. River cruising goes global With good exposure on television, river cruising gets ever more popular each year. Travellers have an amazing choice and for the more intrepid, “off the beaten track” destinations like Burma, Vietnam, Cambodia and the Amazon in Peru all offer a special opportunity to experience a higher level of immersion in local cultures which the slow travel of river cruises allows. Sustainable & Responsible Tourism Following the impact of David Attenborough’s “Blue Planet II” and subsequent media coverage, there is an overwhelming desire from many travellers to explore holiday options that lessen environmental impact and benefit local communities. The recently refurbished Falkensteiner Resort Capo Boi lies in one of the most stunning locations on Sardinia's south coast in themiddle of themarine protected area of Capo Carbonara. Nestled between lush gardens and granite rocks, the resort has its own sandy private bay with crystal-clear waters. The 144 rooms and suites at the Falkensteiner Capo Boi Resort are spread between the main building, the "Garden" Pavilion and Villas, many of which are ideal for families. And when it comes to recreation and indulgences the resort delivers in buckets with excellent childrens facilities and activities, a choice of generous buffet meals at La Terrazza or a la carte dining on the beachfront at Restaurant Del Pescatore, and relaxing treatments at The Acquapura Spa. Premium family friendly resort to rival competitors on the south coast of Sardinia Sprawling havens of exclusivity in the hills overlooking the Andaman Sea Situated on Mallorca's northwest coast, the secluded, 680- acre estate of Son Bunyola, owned by Sir Richard Branson, boasts three stunning villas: Sa Punta de S'Aguila, Sa Terra Rotja and Son Balagueret. With five, four and four bedrooms respectively, these three villas are ideal for a summer or early autumn break with family and friends. Each all-inclusive villa provides a 5 star hotel-style service with a heated outdoor pool and your own dedicated host and chef. Whether exploring the locality or just admiring the stunning views over the sea and the surroundingmountains, Son Bunyola offers a tantalising, exclusive-use hideaway. Don’t forget… during September and October shorter stays are available too! 3 Travel trends in 2018 The Canny Traveller Discover a bit of Branson magic this summer and early autumn at Son Bunyola