Hidden treasure: 4 LE MELEZIN FRANCE This intimate Alpine retreat in the French Alps carries the hallmark of luxury and attention to detail for which Aman Resorts are renowned. Located just a short stroll from one of Europe’s most fashionable ski resorts, Courchevel 1850, guests can access some of Europe’s best ski slopes right from their front door. The resort combines skiing ambiance with the traditions of a classic French chateaux. Originally opened as a Le Savoy in 1956, Le Mélézin is located right on the Bellecôte piste which allows ski in and ski out access to the resort. With a classic manor house style, the resort features parquetry flooring and wide sweeping windows to take in the snow vistas and pine forests. Fine French cuisine; cosy fireplace relaxing; luxury spa treatments including a Thai/Shiatsu room and hammam steam room; plus a gym and pool caters to guests’ every mood. Active guests will appreciate the outdoor activities, aside from the exceptional skiing options – with snowshoeing, bodyboarding, ice-skating, paragliding and parasailing all available. The resort features 31 guest rooms and suites.
Hidden treasure: 5 HIPPO POINT KENYA Hippo Point is Kenya is
positioned as an “adventure for mind, body and spirit” – a not-for-profit wildlife sanctuary dedicated to preserving the wildlife and habitat of this internationally recognised wetland on Kenya’s Lake
Naivasha. The lodge is accessed from the nearest capital Nairobi – either a two hour car trip or a 25 minute private flight away. Nestled amidst the beautiful African topography, yet combining all the luxuries of sophisticated holidaying, Hippo Point is centered around a slow-safari and health and wellness experience. Guests are encouraged to let go of their busy lifestyles amongst the 500 species of birds and 1,100 roaming animals. Guests can sleep safely to the sounds of hyena and hippo calling, comfortable in Russian linen sheets, in rooms between Hippo Point Manor and the conical-shaped Dodo’s tower. Other resort activities include sunrise yoga, swimming or jogging with zebras!
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