Specialist Holidays
Whatever your interest, we can build it into your holiday, make it the sole focus, or simply one feature of a longer trip – it’s up to you. Our travel experts can help you with ideas and inspiration.
Do you have a specialist subject? Perhaps you’re an avid scuba diver, you love golf next to the ocean, or you want to go fishing in Africa. Perhaps you’re looking to arrange a reward trip or team-building holiday for your business, or maybe your real passion is gorgeous spa destinations.
Because every holiday we arrange is tailor-made, we can craft a getaway with a special focus, such as playing tennis, going sailing, mountain-biking in actual mountains, heliskiing or horse-riding. Whatever your interest, we can build it into your holiday, making it the sole focus, or simply one feature of a longer trip. We’ve split some of our specialist subjects into categories below, or you can browse all specialist holidays.
Scott Dunn provides a wide range of tailor-made trips to a number of destinations for the best holidays to see the Northern Lights, including Alaska, Iceland, Norway, Sweden and Finland. We have a range of luxury boutique boltholes from where you can look up at the sky in hopes of catching the Aurora. Whether you sleep in a luxury tented camp, a glass igloo, a log cabin in a remote forest, a tree house, an ice hotel or a traditional hotel, we have a range of options up our sleeves.
Once the definitive scorecard of things you wanted to experience before you die, the bucket list has expanded to embrace adventure on an epic scale – with no limits for the modern-day explorer.
- Exclusive one-of-a-kind experiences
- Tailored holidays made just for you
- Access to private local guides
- 24/7 seamless support
Few things beat the feeling of being on the water with the wind in your hair while watching a vibrant sunset. From iconic river cruises to private yacht charters and epic water-based safari adventures, here are some of our favourite boat trips across the world.
It is hard to beat the romance and freedom of the open road. For couples and families, a road trip offers the ultimate in flexibility and adventure.
The luxury of your own space can make hitting the road one of the most relaxing ways to travel, enjoy the scenery and meet the locals. Here’s a selection of our favourite self-drives.
Surrender to the cathartic rhythm of rail and the romance and luxury of slow travel.
- Unique exclusive experiences
- Curated collection of luxury accommodation
- 24/7 seamless support
- Customised holidays just for you
Is adventure in the great outdoors high on your travel wish list? If getting soaked on a white-water rafting trip or paragliding into a 5-star resort sounds like your idea of fun, check out our top outdoor and active experiences.
- Exclusive one-of-a-kind experiences
- Tailored holidays made just for you
- Access to private local guides
- 24/7 seamless support
In travel, times are changing. Hotels across the globe are looking to the future, and the earth, to find sustainable ways to improve their green credentials and minimise their impact on the planet. From stylish, urban boltholes to remote green-minded getaways, we've chosen our favourite eco-friendly hotels, lodges and retreats to inspire a stay that doesn't cost the earth.
From our love of food and travel, we have whipped up 10 top experiences for you to devour on the best foodie holidays. Showcasing mouthwatering bites from around the globe, this collection of delicious adventures will get your tastebuds tingling.
What do we mean by 'experiential' travel? We mean immersive, adventurous and authentic. A journey that gets you beneath the skin of a culture to experience life as a local.
If unparalleled luxury, privacy and freedom are high on your holiday checklist, a sailing adventure aboard an exclusive yacht charter will tick all these boxes and more. Offering the flexibility to choose your route and create your own itinerary, you’ll be able to explore hidden bays and secret beaches in the utmost style.
From the hills of Andalucia in Southern Spain to the wild landscapes of Patagonia, discovering a destination on horseback is an unforgettable experience. For the equestrian enthusiasts out there, we’ve curated our top horse riding holidays and luxury properties with stables around the world.
An underwater spa in the Maldives, yoga on a Caribbean beach or a week-long detox somewhere exotic? We offer luxury destination spas, hotels with spas, and holidays featuring yoga and holistic therapies.
Fasano Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
The Fasano Rio de Janeiro is a luxurious hip hotel by the renowned designer Philippe Starck overlooking Rio's fashionable and lively Ipanema Beach, and near superb restaurants. The Fasano offers the ultimate in contemporary, cutting-edge design.
JW Marriott Mauritius Resort
Le Morne, West Coast, Mauritius
The JW Marriott Mauritius is a luxury hotel right in front of the iconic Le Morne mountain. The hotel is located right on the beach which has beautiful white sand, and the rooms all have beautiful views of the Indian Ocean.
Los Cauquenes Resort & Spa
Ushuaia, Southern Patagonia, Argentina
Experience Patagonia's dramatic landscapes staying at Los Cauquenes Resort & Spa, a chalet-style lodge set on the shores of the Beagle Channel near Ushuaia at the foot of the Andes, on the southernmost tip of Argentina.
Mandarin Oriental Central Park
Midtown, New York, United States of America
The Mandarin Oriental is one of New York’s most striking and sophisticated hotels with breathtaking views over Central Park and the Manhattan skyline, yet is also perfect for families wanting to be at the very heart of Manhattan.
Playa Cativo Lodge
Golfo Dulce, Osa Peninsula, Costa Rica
Playa Cativo Eco Lodge is a beachfront boutique hotel on the Golfo Dulce offering an unparalleled experience set in 1,000 acres of private rainforest, surrounded by the Piedras Blancas National Park, a former extension of the Corcovado National Park.
Playa Vik
Jose Ignacio, Uruguay
A strikingly contemporary avant-garde beachfront hotel in Uruguay’s ever-popular village of Jose Ignacio and sister property to Estancia Vik. Playa Vik offers exceptional design, a fabulous location, friendly service and a superb collection of art.
Pousada Literaria
Paraty, Southern Coast, Brazil
Pousada Literaria has a superb location in the historical town of Paraty with a welcoming atmosphere and a unique charm. The 25 room boutique colonial house has been beautifully restored with modern luxuries added to ensure a comfortable stay.
Rio Sagrado, A Belmond Hotel
Sacred Valley, Cuzco, Peru
Rio Sagrado, A Belmond Hotel is a charming, luxurious property set in lush gardens on the banks of the Rio Urubamba in the Sacred Valley, perfect for exploring the many cultural & natural attractions nearby & relaxing before or after Machu Picchu.
Turtle Inn
Placencia, Placencia, Belize
Movie Director Francis Ford Coppola’s Turtle Inn is a rustic Indonesian style beach retreat set back from a narrow stretch of pearly white sands gently lapped by the Caribbean Sea on Belize’s southern coast, outside the sleepy Creole village of Placencia.
Caiman Ecological Refuge
Pantanal, Brazil
Caiman Ecological Refuge is a 53,000-hectare ranch located in the heart of the southern Pantanal region of Brazil, one of the world’s most important wetlands, hosting one of the greatest concentrations of wildlife in the Americas.
Why Scott Dunn?
Unique to You
- We listen to your travel goals and craft unique trips that are bespoke to you.
- We’re with you every step of your life’s travel journey, from honeymoons to family trips and beyond.
Seamless Service
- Global offices in the UK, US, and Singapore for 24/7 seamless service.
- We offer flexibility if your plans change so you can book with confidence and peace of mind.
Carefully Curated Collection
- We’ve curated an elevated collection of accommodation, experiences, and guides.
- Committed to fostering close global relationships to continue bringing you unique experiences.
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- We deliver a sense of luxury that matters most to you.
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