Escape the Ordinary

Say goodbye to packed commutes for a week or two and switch things up with a luxury train ride through the Andes. The Belmond Andean Explorer glides through breathtaking scenery, taking in ancient kingdoms, indigenous villages and many hidden gems. Traversing the Peruvian Andes on one of the highest rail routes on Earth, you can breathe in the mountain air on the open deck of the observation car, enjoy a drink in the lounge car, or head to one of the dining cars to taste fresh seasonal dishes.

Turn your out of office on and swap your office for a private island for the ultimate in indulgent luxury. Niyama Private Islands is a 5* resort set on two private islands in the Maldives’ Dhaalu Atoll. With one island focused towards families and the other dedicated to couples, the resort caters to all. Exceptional water sports, impressive dining options and a real sense of privacy make it the perfect place to unwind, not to mention the Explorers Kids Club on site.

Elevate your regular date night with an evening of candlelit fine dining in India. India has countless opportunities for really exclusive dining experiences, and our guides will help you access the very best of these. Whether it’s a stepwell dinner at Rawla Narali, a private dinner in your room at the Oberoi Amarvilas with views of the Taj Mahal, or a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to dine in a private fort with fireworks, you’ll be utterly spoilt.

Put away your school uniform and dig out your ski gear – ‘school’ is about to look a whole lot different! Ski school offers one of the most fun learning environments imaginable. Breathing in the fresh mountain air while trying out an exciting new skill, ski school is sure to be a core memory for your little ones. Our expert ski school partners know how to make learning to ski an engaging activity that will capture young imaginations and have them desperate to return to the slopes.

While walking the dog is always a nice way to start the day, why not go one better and switch your routine dog walks for a walking safari in the African bush. A walking safari brings you closer to the bush than a game drive ever could. Seeing your first elephant on foot, learning about the small things you usually just drive past, listening to the sounds you normally cannot hear over the car's engine – these are all the things that make a walking safari so special.