Nestled right on the watery thoroughfare with the Rialto Bridge mere footsteps away, this little horological gem offers a delightfully quirky take on Venetian hospitality. While most places in this ancient city lean heavily on baroque splendour and gothic grandeur, this boutique bolthole has dared to be different, with a contemporary approach inspired by the fascinating world of collectable watches. Red leather sofas lounge beneath wooden-beamed ceilings, modern artwork adorns the walls, and custom-made furnishings speak to the designer's meticulous eye.

Meaning 'hello' in Botswana's Bukakhwe San dialect, Mbamba is a welcome addition to the landscape of the northern Okavango Delta. Cloistered among the trees in the private NG12 concession, Mbamba is brought to you by the renowned Uncharted Africa and Natural Selection team and promises a good helping of epic safari experiences - the area is becoming well-known for its predator sightings. Sitting under metres of billowing canvas, the interiors are a visual treat of plush fabrics and Persian rugs, harnessing the magic of safaris of times past. As far as the eye can see, there are tawny grasslands interwoven with shimmering channels and ilala palm islands, making for the dreamiest of settings.

Mawimbi is a bespoke and exclusive lodge situated in the heart of the Kafue National Park, one of Zambia's finest parks. It's the perfect getaway spot, unhurried and far from civilisation. The tents are large and comfortable, the people are friendly and the surroundings are sublime. On the animal and bird front, there's lots to focus your lens on and plenty of ways to view them too, both on land and water. And when you're not exploring Kafue by boat, sit back and watch the light dancing off its ever-changing surface. Magical.

Expect sightings of huge herds of elephant and plenty of wild game when you visit Nimali Tarangire, a charming lodge in a private concession on the eastern boundary of Tanzania's Tarangire National Park. The annual Great Migration passes through this area, earning it the reputation as having the highest concentration of game in Tanzania outside the Serengeti. The camp itself is tucked in a shady grove of acacia and baobab trees beside a riverbed. It's an intimate six-room camp, its design blending simple structures and contemporary style with earthy accents, with five-star service.

Tucked away under a canopy of trees and overlooking the Sand River below, Londolozi Varty Camp offers visitors something unique: an authentic, luxury safari experience for the whole family. Its prime location in the heart of the Sabi Sands Game Reserve and its unfenced borders with the Kruger National Park make for some of the best game viewing in Southern Africa. Considered one of the prime spots to view the elusive leopard, here guests will have the opportunity to explore the best the area has to offer, in five-star luxury.

Located in the cultural triangle of Sri Lanka near Sigirya Lion Rock and Dambulla Cave Temple.

Indulge in your own private villa with or without a private pool encapsulated by untouched forestry and seclusion. More than 25 acres of nature await you.

This intimate tented camp is tucked in the shadows of a riverine grove on the banks of the seasonal Jongomero Sand River. It's one of Ruaha's National Park's more luxurious camps – an hour's drive from its nearest neighbour, so you're ensured intimate wildlife viewing. Known for elephants and high predator numbers, particularly the African wild dog, the wilderness is sure to provide you with some action-packed bush adventures.

Morukuru Farm House is one of three luxury, exclusive-use lodges on a private property within the malaria-free Madikwe Game Reserve. The Marico River runs through the reserve, and super-stylish Farm House lies on its banks. The lodge's property is fenced, although non-threatening game species roam here, so it's the perfect destination if you're travelling with children. Indoors all is modern African contemporary – very chic but wonderfully homely. The owners and staff are extraordinarly friendly, and Madikwe, which can be explored at your leisure, is home to the Big Five and a host of other wildlife. You'll be back!

Nestled between the Duomo and the ancient columns of the Temple of Athena, Palazzo Artemide is much more than a hotel: it is a journey into the most authentic Sicily. A 19th-century palace with monumental charm, it preserves the baroque soul of Syracuse, with tuff stone vaults, hidden courtyards, and unparalleled views. Here, every detail tells the story of the island’s millennia-old culture, transforming your stay into an unforgettable experience.

On the southern shore of Lake Naivasha, Sopa Lodge enjoys the best of views, surveying a scene of fish eagles and pelicans in flight, snorting hippos, and wildlife grazing on the banks. The lodge was built to invite nature inside and the expansive windows, high ceilings and central garden in the lobby do exactly that. Cottages are hidden amongst a forest of Euphorbia cacti and on a walk through the grounds, you're likely to spot giraffe, waterbuck and colobus monkeys, which more than whet your appetite for the boat rides, game drives and bush walks that await...

Discover a family-friendly oasis with pool, spa, yoga, and stunning mountain vistas.