After all the restrictions and quarantines associated with the pandemic, many people can't wait to book their tickets and make up for lost time. Travel has become something that has been neglected over the years, and those with a desire to roam are pouring their hard-earned money into the world's most luxurious destinations. While luxury is subjective, for example "luxury" can mean staying in a quaint boutique hotel in Europe, going skiing in the snowy mountains of Aspen, booking a desert health resort, taking a vibrant African safari tour or relaxing on a turquoise beach in the Caribbean, we believe that any trip can be called luxury as long as you are fully engaged in activities that suit your preferences.
Dubai
Located on the shores of the Persian Gulf, Dubai is a wealthy place with shiny sports cars, modern architecture and artificial islands overlooking the ocean and some of the world's tallest buildings, including the 163-story Burj Khalifa. Start your trip in Emirates' Business Class and enjoy a full range of luxury services, including a full three-course meal, a twinkling starry ceiling, and the famous bar featured in the movie Sex and the City 2.
Accommodation recommendation: Atlantis-Royal, which bills itself as "the world's most luxurious experiential resort," paid Beyoncé $24 million for a show for the opening weekend to provide an unforgettable luxury holiday. The hotel features 17 world-class restaurants, 43 floors of contemporary suites, a holistic spa, ponds and adjacent Bellagio fountains. Cloud 22 is an architectural gem with private loungers and an oversized infinity pool with private loungers and an oversized infinity pool with views across The Palm.
Bahamas
For Caribbean destinations, the Bahamas is experiencing a huge recovery. In addition to its miles of turquoise waters, this prestigious resort caters to luxury customers in many forms. Visitors can enjoy the crowded and bustling Nassau with five-star hotels, golf courses and plenty of ports to charter daily yacht tours; Or head to more remote islands like Exumas for a more private and secluded beach experience.
Accommodation recommendation: Choose a remote island and truly soak up the sand, sun and palm trees of the Bahamas. The Abaco Club on Winding Bay on Wendy Bay amazes with its world-famous golf courses, private beaches, and the ability to rent entire beachfront homes for private parties.
Norway
Norway is definitely worth adding to your luxury travel bucket list. This Scandinavian country is rich in terrain, so visitors can visit pebble beaches, majestic fjords, green peaks, and even lush forests. Its commitment to sustainability and conservation puts nature in focus, making it one of the most breathtaking views on this list, regardless of the season.
Accommodation recommendation: Consider starting with the trendy Britannia Hotel in the northern city of Trondheim, which also houses Norway's most famous Michelin-starred restaurant, Speilsalen, and then moving out to Naustet Stokkoy by the sea. This modern, fully furnished lakeside villa features a chef's kitchen and oversized wooden deck where you can dive in search of scallops.