Top 10 Beneath the Stars

Channel your inner nomad and experience the Ultimate Traveling Camp in Diskit, Nubra Valley. Surrounded by soaring peaks, explore remote villages, trek to Buddhist monasteries, sip hot Darjeeling tea and admire the enthralling landscapes from picturesque picnic spots. Little compares to the feeling of exploring the wilderness in the shadow of the Himalayas.

Surrounded by the rolling dunes of Wahiba Sands, and the lilting sounds of local musicians, settle in at Bedouin-style tented camp for an unforgettable night in the desert. As darkness falls cast your eyes to the skies where a blanket of stars twinkles above the towering sand dunes. A desert getaway offers an escape from the hustle and bustle of life. Be sure to soak in utter peace and seclusion.

Ring in the new year in style with a cruise along the Chao Phraya River in Bangkok. As the cityscape sparkles, drift along the water while indulging in gourmet delights, dancing beneath the stars, and watching fireworks illuminate the night sky, with the Grand Palace and Wat Arun glowing along the riverbank.

The glow of the Aurora Borealis, also known as the Northern Lights, draws in travelers from around the world, hoping for the chance to glimpse the breathtaking natural light show. Journey to Sweden’s frozen landscapes in winter for a chance to glimpse the aurora, sleeping in an ice hotel and impressive Treehotel along the way.

This unparalleled outdoor adventure begins with a climb, zipline or rappel, offering the ultimate reward of reaching your transparent mountain capsule which is securely perched over the valley below. While most can only dream of sleeping within the valley, you will gaze over it and marvel at nature’s wonders from your high vantage point. This is sure to be a night unlike any other.

Get that ‘Out of Africa’ feeling by spending the night under the stars in a luxury treehouse. During a stay at Marataba Safari Lodge, you’ll have the option to spend a night in a luxury treehouse. Thabametsi Treehouse entwines the elements of an African adventure with a fantastical escape. Watch the twinkling stars emerge over a picnic at dusk and sip your morning coffee as the sun rises over the unspoiled Waterberg landscape.

Few starlit skies rival those above the Salar de Uyuni. Marvel at the unimaginable scale and almost incomprehensible perspectives of this unique land that seemingly exists among the clouds. Feel a wave of profound wonder as night falls, sleeping in an airstream beneath glittering stars, and embrace the fleeting feeling of being entirely removed from civilization.

Visit after sunset to see the magnificent, UNESCO-listed ‘Red-Rose City’ from a new perspective as it is illuminated by flickering candlelight and the shimmering stars in the night sky. Wind your way through the narrow canyon of the Siq, along a path lit with thousands of candles. Emerge and marvel at the sheer scale of the iconic Treasury as candlelight casts a fantastical glow over the monument.

Why not give your bed a miss and head out to your open-air villa deck for a night under the stars during your Maldives getaway? Make the most of your luxurious villa and spend the night alfresco under the night sky sleeping on your villa terrace daybed. Luxuriate in complete comfort and gaze up at the twinkling night sky with the sound of water lapping around you. Pure bliss.

Find peace and tranquility at Puqio, an exclusive tented camp within the depths of the canyon, where majestic condors sweep overhead. Far more than just a place to lay your head, enjoy trekking, birdwatching, soaking in thermal waters, and a rare insight into the rich tapestry of Andean life during your stay at this enchanting property.