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As we slip into a new year, a host of exciting safari lodges and camps are preparing to welcome their first guests. Here are some of our favourite new arrivals.

The Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, A Belmond Train, Europe remakes history by bringing L’Observatoire – a private and exclusive sleeper carriage designed by leading artist JR – to Venice for a one-of-a-kind project reveal.

One of the world’s most unique and unusual safari experiences in Botswana just got even better with the reopening of Nxamaseri Island Lodge.

Molori Safari has opened its new sister property, Molori Mashuma, an exclusive six tented camp nestled within the Mashuma Pan in Zimbabwe's Mana Pools.

Aurora Expeditions will welcome its third purpose-built small expedition ship, the Douglas Mawson, in late 2025.

Uniworld Boutique River Cruises will launch a brand-new Super Ship, the S.S. Emilie, in Europe in 2026.

Visitors to Sweden can now enjoy the health and meditative benefits of a new sauna ritual that includes bathing in crystal-clear natural spring water 80 meters below ground.

Small ship expedition cruise line Ponant has added the Spirit of Ponant, an intimate new catamaran, to its fleet. 

Small ship cruise line Windstar Cruises is set to expand its fleet with the arrival of two all-suite motor yachts, Star Seeker and Star Explorer.

Eco-friendly luxury safari company Green Safaris has reopened its flagship property, Ila Safari Lodge, in Zambia.

Zambia's acclaimed safari camp Zambezi Grande has officially re-opened for the 2024 dry season. 

Nick Walton delves into the remote, wild, and unpredictable landscapes of Scotland’s Hebrides archipelago.

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Australia’s newest luxury retreat, Finniss River Lodge, has opened in the paperbark forests and coastal mangroves of the spectacular Top End region.
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Luggage brand Tumi continues to expand its innovative collections with a range of new pieces made from sustainable materials. 

Banana Island Resort Doha by Anantara has partnered with Discover Qatar to provide once-in-a-lifetime excursions to view whale sharks – the gentle giants of the ocean.

For traveling video makers looking for power at their fingertips, Insta360 has launched the ONE RS 1-Inch 360 Edition, a camera …

Villa Le Blanc By Gran Meliá, the first carbon neutral luxury hotel in Menorca, Spain, opens this month. Villa Le …

Located in the iconic Crown Building in Manhattan, the highly anticipated Aman New York will welcome its first guests this August 2022.

Oceania Cruises adds a raft of exquisite new menus, speciality dining venues and celebratory experiences across its fleet.

Australia's newest luxury retreat, Finniss River Lodge, has opened in the paperbark forests and coastal mangroves of the spectacular Top End region. 

South Australia wineries, including members of the Ultimate Winery Experience collective, offer one-of-a-kind adventures that take you beyond the cellar …

From luxury glamping and picturesque cottages to eco-stays nestled amongst native bushland, these are the best Australia winery stays for 2022. 

One of the South Pacific’s most indulgent private island retreats has reopened as the luxurious COMO Laucala Island.

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