Hidden treasure: 6 MIHIR GARH INDIA
Seemingly in the middle of nowhere, Mihir Garh is a magnificent, nine-suite luxurious resort with all the trimmings of luxury in the vast wilderness of the Thar. Personally-appointed staff ensure the highest standards of hospitality. Private Jacuzzis and plunge pools, village
safaris, royal picnics and equestrian activities offer the opulence of a bygone time in this secluded and regal residence. Located in the vibrant state of Rajasthan, 55 kilometers south west of Jodhpur City, the fort of Mihir Garh is dedicated to a warrior god. Sunset and sunrise rides and full day rides with overnight stays in a luxury mobile camp can also form part of your itinerary.
BIOSPHERE The hotel room Biosphere is the latest addition to Treehotel. The 34m2 Biosphere is designed to attract wildlife and for guests to be fully immersed in the surrounding forest. The room will be open for visitors in June, 2022. THE MIRRORCUBE The Mirrorcube is an exciting hide- out among the trees, camouflaged by mirrored walls reflecting their surroundings. The base consists of an aluminum frame around the tree trunk and the walls are covered with reflective glass. BIRD’S NEST The Bird’s nest is built on the contrasts between the outside and inside. The treeroom’s exterior is nothing but a gigantic bird’s nest. It gives a camouflage so you quickly disappear and become part of the surroundings.
Hidden treasure: 7 TREEHOTEL
Treehotel in Harads, Sweden, near the Lule river, is located amongst a small village of about 600 people. To stay at the architecturally striking treehouse hotel, guests check in to founder Britta and Kent’s Pensionat, with the hotel a short five to ten minute stroll through the woods. Featuring eight to 10 rooms, including the impressive “Mirrorcube ‘’ room, the interiors are Scandinavian in style, environmentally friendly with an eco focus – no two rooms are the same. The idea here is to soak in the tranquility of nature including the forest and river and rejuvenate amongst the pristine surroundings. The Mirrorcube, designed by Tham & Videgård architects, is four by four meters in dimension and is arguably the most sought- after room on the property. It is camouflaged by mirrored walls that reflect their surroundings, atop an aluminum frame with the tree trunk and walls covered with reflective glass clad with infrared film to prevent unsuspecting birds smashing into the cube. From within, six windows provide a stunning panorama while a 12-meter bridge provides access to the tree room. Brittas Pensionat is open to all hotel guests for breakfast, lunch and dinner, while a restaurant, bar, sauna and relaxation area complete the experience.
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