We live in an age where luxury is entering the mainstream sometimes. Everything is supposed to be cosier, more convenient, and classier. Think of the certain airline that shows an ageless Penelope Cruz trying out the amenities without a care in the world.

Luxury holidays offer a peace of mind and experiences that take the traveller away from the cares and worries of the real world. The homework is done by someone else, from the pre-planned customised itinerary to the concierge that gets every little need at short notice. There are first-class dining options and best in class hotels. The only stress is in which order to enjoy the experiences.
The Caribbean has a connection with nature that has captivated folk who need that island getaway with the best wake-up call in the morning. The Zoetry in Montego Bay is a perfect example of exclusivity with just 49 suites and rooms that already mark out the territory in a brilliant design within the three main buildings. These are called Wood and Water, Bamboo and Blue Mountain.

There are superb ocean views from your suite’s private tub and guests can take the relaxation up a notch with customised treatment at the spa. Some of the local tours are a superb summary of the best of Jamaican hospitality from rum tasting to snorkelling. There is also 24-hour private dining in the suite.

The Maldives has been called the poster child for luxury holidays and there’s no doubt it has some of the most private, powerful and jaw-dropping locations. Take the Angsana Velavaru, which in local language means “Turtle Island.”

It is set on an expansive private lagoon in the South Nilandhe Atoll in the Maldives and requires a seaplane journey from Velana International Airport to get there. This takes about 45 minutes and offers some view when in the air. Even though it is remote, there is complimentary Wi-Fi to catch up with anything from business to bingo sites UK.

The rooms are huge even for those who like the word “spacious” and there’s an equally big private infinity pool. You also have your own rooftop where a personal chef comes to take the order. There’s a private beach and truly breathtaking views of the sunset and sunrise. There are even Deluxe Villas built in the ocean for a true experience of the some of the best lagoons in the world.

There’s luxury and there’s uber luxury. Banwa Private Island in Palawan situated in the Philippines is one such case. There are six beachfront villas, a dozen garden rooms and a high-end residential suite. The resort makes its own honey and employs private chefs who source food from the organic farm and fish from the Sulu Sea. There are even $36,000 bottles of wine to wash it all down with. This is the estate that puts vintage wine into another category.

There are activities aplenty like snorkelling, kayaking, jet skiing and tennis. There’s also a marine specialist who provides insights into the local wildlife, including the protected sea turtles and Tabon bird. The costs are an eye-watering $100,000 a night, but the views cannot ever be replaced by another experience.
Cannes is a destination that has been in the news most recently for its glamorous film festival and strict dress code even for celebrities. Ultimately, the French Riviera is full of rich and famous people and to get a chunk of that costs an arm, a leg and a luxury bank account. The Alang Alang Chateau is an incredible villa that hangs on a cliff in the “La Californie” enclave of Cannes.

It has eight suite-style bedrooms and private staff, a 25-metre private pool, a private beach and a water garden in the summer. The master bedroom has an emperor sized bed, separate living room, and terraces with panoramic sea views. In the summer time, families are known to hire it out as if it were a super yacht drifting along the coast, while Sting once gave a performance there to music industry executives.

Among its other amenities, there is a wine cellar and a fitness room. There’s also a full size boxing ring just in case there might be a stressful moment and a willing participant who wants to get it off their chest too. It is something else to be in charge of such a space and the manicured garden with a view over the side is quite stunning.

Luxury holidays have different tiers of experiences, costs and privacy. There is nothing that isn’t possible when there are some people willing to pay a packet to go underwater or even into space. The premium holiday can still sit somewhere between high-end and VIP.