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PLACES TO STAY
Namore
Split, Croatia
The renovation of the perfectly placed Namore was only completed in 2023 by architect Helena Miler and her team. Namore is situated on the island of Brac, which is known for providing an authentic experience thanks to nearby islands attracting more tourists.
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PLACES TO STAY
Namore
Split, Croatia
The renovation of the perfectly placed Namore was only completed in 2023 by architect Helena Miler and her team. Namore is situated on the island of Brac, which is known for providing an authentic experience thanks to nearby islands attracting more tourists.
While enjoying the secludedness of the area you can take advantage of the bustling town of Bol which is just 3 kilometres away. Within Namore are nine uniquely designed units that have been well crafted and have optimal use of space and within one of the units – a cave! The cave has been transformed into a luxurious living area for you to relax in… or take lots of photos that you can show off on your socials. With the al fresco BBQ area and outdoor jacuzzi, there’s plenty to enjoy.
From AU$165 per night (Minimum 4 night stay)
MIMARU Hotel Ikebukuro
Tokyo, Japan
If you’re in the thick of it in downtown Tokyo chances are you’re near a Mimaru, an unassuming set of apartment-style hotels dotted throughout Japan (especially in the capital).
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The apartments are Japanese in style—with shoji screen windows and a chabudai table—but incredibly spacious, which isn’t Japanse style at all. They’re great for a messy couple and even better for a small group of friends travelling together. get lost stayed in Ikebukuro, a suburb on the rise. Teshigotoya is a must-visit restaurant just down the street that has no signage, or English menu. There is only a small corner doorway, you have to squeeze through, to get inside and eat.
From AU$402 per night
Boca de Agua
Bacalar, Mexico
Boca de Agua are a brand-new set of treehouses which float spectacularly on a Mexican jungle, which is a jungle for not much longer given its proximity to Lake Bacalar, which is a real fine piece of ass as far as lakes go.
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The treehouses are designed to reflect the traditional wooden houses and stone temples of the Yucatán Peninsula, peaceful retreats with private plunge pools, the sort you dream about dipping into at about 3.30pm on a Monday afternoon. They’re made from local Chicozapote wood which is designed to naturally weather over time, meaning they'll age gracefully, like Halle Berry or Brad Pitt, and won't need constant maintenance to look good.
From AU$190 per night (Minimum 2 night stay)
Mountain Lodge Telluride
Colorado, USA
Mountain Lodge Telluride is like a sanctuary for adventurers, with a bunch of luxury log cabins, condos and suites literally tailored for gnar shredders of all kinds.
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It’s out in true Western alpine-style amongst the towering San Juan Mountains, with fireplaces to share stoke and a beer around at days’ end. The Lodge can help you organise pretty much every adrenaline-inducing activity that exists, from skiing and snowboarding, to snowmobiling and heli-skiing, sledding, fat-biking and more. This place is hella pretty in the warmer months too, when there’s plenty of mountain biking, and the dining (in a massive, mountain-facing arched dining room with wall-to-floor windows) is exquisite all year round.
From AU$399 per day
Selva Minca
Santa Minca, Colombia
When you hear Columbia you might think of… well, that, but also partying and beaches and you should also think of jungles. Columbia has such a diverse landscape and within that, spectacular retreats such as Selva Minca, which is perched in the mountains of Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta.
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Selva Minca offers multiple accommodation options including their breathtaking towers with 360-degree views of the jungle. Their restaurant creates organic masterpieces with Caribbean, Mediterranean and Middle Eastern flavours. Ensuring you leave feeling nourished and relaxed, you can book yourself in for yoga, spa treatments and therapies such as sound healing.
From AU$275 per night (Minimum 2 night stay)
Leleana Resort
Kolombangara, Solomon Islands
Imagine enjoying the privacy of a private bungalows with an isolated sea-front setting, listening to the waves crashing close by.
Leleana Resort will leave you feeling at peace the moment you check into either one of their bungalows located on Kolombangara Island. From the south side you’ll be able to bask in the view of Double Island and take in the mountain and lake views from the north. Hiking enthusiasts will lap up (or should we say hike up) the trail opportunities surrounding the bungalows leading to near-by waterfalls and even a volcano.
The bungalows are not only aesthetically pleasing thanks to the craftsmanship of locally trained builders, they’re also fully solar-powered. If you’re ready to unplug and unwind, Leleana Resort is a great place to start.
From AU$189 per night
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