Luxury & villas

Which destinations are best for luxury vacations?

The Maldives, Dubai, the French Riviera, Amalfi Coast, and Santorini lead for luxury. Bali, Phuket, and Turkey deliver the same standard for far less.

Which destinations have the best villas to rent?

Tuscany, Puglia, Mykonos, Ibiza, Mallorca, and Croatia's Dalmatian coast have Europe's deepest villa markets. Bali and Phuket lead in Asia for value.

Which destinations offer the most exclusive luxury experiences?

Exclusivity comes from limited capacity. Private-island resorts in the Maldives and Seychelles, safari conservancies in Botswana, and heli-access alpine lodges lead.

Which destinations are best for private yacht and boat charters?

Croatia and Greece lead Mediterranean yacht charters, with the British Virgin Islands and Thailand's Andaman coast close behind. Season runs May to October.

Where can I stay in a beachfront villa with a private pool?

Bali, Phuket, Koh Samui, the Maldives, Mykonos, Crete, and Turkey's Kalkan coast have the most beachfront pool villas, from about $180 a night in Asia.