The Madrid Edition

It is the hotel chain's second opening in Spain after Barcelona, and as usual, guests can expect outstanding design: clean elegance and modern interiors meet snow-white and vibrant color moments. © provided

Hip-swinging flamenco dancers, artful cocktails and Instagram-worthy cuisine: The grand opening of The Madrid Edition already testified to the new design hotel's exclusivity. The 177 rooms, 21 suites and two penthouses are as stylish as they are comfortable, and some even have their own terrace with views over Madrid's city center. It's not just the eyes that get their money's worth at the urban lifestyle hotel: Enrique Olvera, owner of the renowned Pujol in Mexico, was brought in for the culinary concept of the Jerónimo, while Chef Diego Muños from Peru creates the finest tapas in the Oroya.

The Madrid Edition
Pl. de Celenque 2, 28013 Madrid, Spain
Tel: +34 919 54 54 20
Web: editionhotels.com
Price: doubles incl. breakfast from €528

Waterside at Royal Malewane

Amid dense shrubbery, yellowbark acacias, and the sounds of wildlife at the nearby waterhole, the new Waterside at Royal Malewane opened in early July 2022. With the expansion of The Royal portfolio, Liz Biden has created a retreat for those who crave nature and adventure in utmost luxury. The safari lodge offers especially ample space and numerous opportunities for exploration. Wooden walkways connect the suites with the Reflections spa, a gym with yoga rooms, and the main building with a restaurant, a bar with a wine cellar, a library, and games area. Of course, guests can regularly go on safari to the Thornybush Game Reserve.

Waterside at Royal Malewane
Avoca Rd, Thornybush Nature Reserve, 1380 Hoedspruit, South Africa
Tel: +27 21 671 5502
Web: theroyalportfolio.com
Price: Aloe Suite incl. full board and transfer from €1,158

Teranka Formentera

The modern-chic hotel, nestled in the natural landscape of a protected beach, invites you to spend relaxing hours between the stylish flair of the house and the natural region. © provided

In search of exciting new openings in the Balearic Islands, you'll inevitably come across Teranka: the luxury adults-only boutique hotel opened its doors this summer in Formentera, the "Caribbean of Europe." Guests spend their nights in one of 35 rooms and suites with private balconies and terraces that offer views of the sea, the garden or the entire region. During the day, you can lounge by the outdoor pool in the shade of the pines, flow on the yoga deck, or relax with a massage.

Teranka Formentera
Playa des Arenals, Es Calò de Sant Agustì
07872 Formentera, Spain
Tel: +34 871 873 030
Web: teranka.com
Price: Doubles incl. breakfast from €600

Cosme Paros

Crystal-clear waters and idyllic beaches, quaint cobblestone paths and restaurants in whitewashed cottages: Paros, the heart of the Cyclades, is still an insider tip on the archipelago. © provided

The new Cosme, part of Marriott's Luxury Collection Resorts, has opened amid the vacation hustle and bustle of the area. The five-star resort in Naoussa is home to 40 light-flooded suites in muted earth tones, with private balconies offering views of the sea or the tranquil resort. The TBC restaurant serves Greek cuisine in a stylish and cozy atmosphere. Those who want to work out beforehand can do so in the resort's own fitness center or in the large outdoor pool in the shape of a half moon, an ode to the Bay of Cosme. Named after the Greek sun god, the Elios spa promises an impeccable glow with meticulous treatments and massages using Korres products.

Cosme, a Luxury Collection Resort
84401 Naoussa,Paros, Greece
Tel: +30 228 444 0000
Web: marriott.com
Price: doubles incl. breakfast from €333

Habitas Santa Teresa

It's no longer just surfers who visit the small fishing village of Santa Teresa. It's clear where lifestyle travelers will be drawn to in the future: the new Habitas Santa Teresa. As a further outpost after Al-Ula or Bhutan, the refuge is to open in winter 2022 and will, as always, impress with outstanding design. Unassuming elegance and minimalism in tune with nature can be expected. The new Habitas will also feature a spacious pool and spa area, a beach club, and a restaurant on the beach.

Habitas Santa Teresa
Playa Santa Teresa, 60111 Santa Teresa
Web: ourhabitas.com.
Price: upon request

Intercontinental Khao Yai Resort

Multi-award-winning interior designer Bill Bensley has transformed the new opening into a tribute to the first trains to cross Thailand's rainforests more than 100 years ago. © provided

It was Rama V, known to many from Anna and the King of Siam, who shaped today's Thailand like no other and during whose reign rail transport first made its way through the country. The new Intercontinental Khao Yai pays homage to this moment in history, with Bill Bensley responsible for its outstanding design. The designer was inspired by the style of the colonial era. The hotel is equipped with all the amenities of the present, such as the Spa Intercontinental and a well thought-out culinary concept, ranging from the all-day restaurant Somying to classic French cuisine at Poirot to fine drinks at the pool bar.

Intercontinental Khao Yai Resort, an IHG Hotel
262 Moo 6, Pong Talong Sub-District Pak Chong District, Khao Yai,
30450, Thailand,
Tel: +66 44 082 039
Web: ihg.com
Price: doubles incl. breakfast from €260

Somerro House

In Norway's capital Oslo, just a five-minute walk from the Royal Castle, the Sommerro opened in early September. Architects Andreas Bjercke and Georg Eliassen have given the iconic building a fresh coat of paint, transforming it into a cultural hub for travelers and the neighborhood – with restaurants, bars, a library and several event spaces; there's even a private cinema. The 231 rooms and suites revive the past in style with oak floors, opulent furnishings, and Art Deco elements.

Sommerro House
Sommerrogata 1, 0255 Oslo, Norway
Tel: +47 21 40 49 00
Web: sommerrohouse.com
Price: doubles incl. breakfast from €235

Como le Montrachet

The historic estate, whose complex of buildings dates back to the 18th century, became known as "Le Montrachet." © provided

The first Como hotel in France, Como Le Montrachet, a luxury boutique hotel among the vines of the Grand Cru vineyards in the Côte-d'Or department, will open in early 2023. Como has taken over the renowned hotel and commissioned architect Paola Navone to reinterpret the villas in the spirit of classic Como design: a style with minimalist-contemporary touches, which the Italian designer is well familiar with. The 31 rooms and suites will be spread over a total of four listed villas. They will open gradually, which is why the demand for the first nights at the Como Le Montrachet is already incredibly high. The Como Shambhala Retreat, the first of its kind in France, will offer Asian-inspired treatments.

Como Le Montrachet
10 Place du Pasquier de la Fontaine, 21190 Puligny-Montrachet, France
Tel: +33 03 80 21 30 06
Web: comohotels.com
Price: upon request

Alila Maldives

The resort, with its iconic wooden lattices, nestles unagitatedly into the landscape; terraced pavilions and 80 pool villas line the powdery white beaches and jungle vegetation in minimalist elegance. © provided

The opening of a five-star hotel in the Maldives is not in itself a sensational announcement, as the archipelago is known for its many luxury resorts. But when the word Alila (Sanskrit for "surprise") is mentioned, travelers will inevitably sit up and take notice - because the luxury brand from Hyatt stands for design, sustainability and immersive experiences like no other. This is also the case at the new "Alila" on Kothaifaru in Raa Atoll, which is already one of the best addresses on the islands. In addition to two restaurants and bars each, which invite guests to enjoy first-class cuisine and fine drinks, the "Alila" scores with its own Kid's Club, a spa above the leafy canopies of the jungle, and outstanding service.

Alila Kothaifaru Maldives
Kothaifaru Island, Maldives
Tel: +960 659 1234
Web: alilahotels.com
Price: Beach Villa including breakfast from € 780,- per night

Four Seasons Tamarindo

A dip in the private infinity pool in one of the suites (the resort has a total of 157 rooms and 63 suites) thus reveals sweeping panoramic views of ocean and jungle. © provided

Where the Pacific meets the white beaches of Mexico and surfers plunge into the waves next to tropical forests, there is a very special place: Tamarindo. In this very spot, in a nature reserve on a private peninsula, Four Seasons will open its fourth resort in Mexico at the end of 2022. The "Tamarindo" will be built at imposing heights, up to 120 meters above the sea. The culinary concept at Four Seasons Tamarindo is based on the flavors and products of the region, which are served in three restaurants. Relaxation, on the other hand, can be found in the pop-up spa Casa Terrazas.

Four Seasons Resort Tamarindo
La Huerta, Jalisco, México Km. 7.5, México 200, 48970 Barra de Navidad, Jal., Mexico
Tel: +800 6488 6488
Web: fourseasons.com
Price: upon request

 Hotel Hanalei Bay

Formerly the "St. Regis Princeville," the nature-infused luxury resort will have 252 elegant rooms, 51 of them suites, with natural materials and modern furnishings that invite guests to stay longer. © provided

On the garden island of Kauai, where sea and palm trees meet lush green primeval forests and the cloud-covered Waialeale, guests are invited to the new "1 Hotel Hanalei Bay" from 2023. The culinary selection is particularly generous: Gourmets will get their money's worth in the seven restaurants and bars; Hawaiian cuisine is characterized by fresh products sourced directly from the region. The place-to-be for the perfect sundowner is the lounge "Welina Terrace", which impresses with a breathtaking 360-degree view over the bay. During the day, make yourself comfortable in "The Sand Box" by the pool with sea view.

1 Hotel Hanalei Bay
5520 Ka Haku Rd, 96722 Princeville, Kauai, Hawaii, United States.
Tel: +808 826-9644
Web: 1hotels.com
Price: upon request

Haven Mountain Resort

Surrounded by the clear air of the Salzburg mountains, the new, modern Haven Mountain Retreat is located in St. Johann im Pongau. It accommodates its guests not in hotel rooms, but in luxurious apartments in Skandi-chic with their own kitchen - and thus combines the comfort of a self-determined stay with the amenities of a luxury resort; from concierge service to a spa and fine cuisine. In the restaurant "deck7" meets who has desire, in the morning to the breakfast with mountain view, while in the evening with the fine À-la-Carte-Dinner is requested to table. And if you're feeling a little peckish, you can pop into the café in summer or winter.

Haven Mountain Retreat
Alpendorf 10, 5600 St. Johann im Pongau, Austria
Tel: +43 6412 66300
Web:  haven-alpendorf.at
Price: Apartment including concierge service from € 370,- per night.

Seabourn Venture 

The cruiser offers its 260 guests the comforts of a private yacht with all-inclusive luxury - from spacious oceanfront veranda suites to a sauna and spa area and onboard restaurant. © provided

The blue expanses are calling: The new "Seabourn Venture" sails to adventures in the tropical waters and ice seas of South America and Antarctica. The custom-built cruiser is the first expedition ship in the Seabourn fleet and, with a special Polar Class 6 bow, can even fight its way through medium-strength ice. In the evening, stroll to the bar in a chic cocktail dress, then the next morning walk down a gangway that leads right into the adventure onto the pack ice. The destinations can be explored in even greater detail on Zodiacs; afterwards, you can find yourself in the Expedition Lounge to review what you have experienced. Scientific insights are also provided by the lectures and events held by the 26-strong team of experts on board. 

Seabourn Venture
South America / Antarctica
Tel: 00800 1872 1872
Web: seabourn.com
Price: upon request