Special interest vacations
We all have something we love to do. Maybe you have a passion for wildlife photography, a penchant for regional cooking, or pushing the limits of body and soul? Whatever it is, our travel experts will dovetail a cool experience neatly into your wider trip. Or if your travel companions share your obsession we're also able to design an itinerary that will immerse you from start to finish.
Explore just a few of our special interest categories for inspiration. Don't see your 'thing'? It's nothing personal, just contact us and find out what we can do for you
Scott Dunn provides a wide range of bespoke tours to a number of destinations for vacations 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
- Customized vacations 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 favorite 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 favorite 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
- Customized vacations 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
- Customized vacations 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 minimize their impact on the planet. From stylish, urban boltholes to remote green-minded getaways, we've chosen our favorite 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 vacations. 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 vacation 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.
If you or your children love horseback riding or want to give it a go on holiday, we have a host of ideas that will give you the chance to live the life of a cowboy, gallop through the waves on a white sandy beach, or just take a few riding lessons somewhere seriously unexpected.
Life can get a little crazy sometimes so isn't it great to know that you can escape to a luxury health and wellness retreat in a far flung destination to invigorate body and soul? Selflessly, our travel experts have tried them all so if you want to bliss out at an underwater spa in the Maldives, bend like a pretzel at a beach yoga retreat in Mexico, or refocus your mind a spiritual bolthole in the Himalayas, you're truly spoiled for choice.
Anassa
Polis, Cyprus
World renowned as one of the most exclusive and beautiful 5* spa hotels, Anassa offers ultimate luxury located in a secluded bay in western Cyprus. Anassa’s family friendly atmosphere and golden beaches create the perfect luxury Mediterranean retreat.
One&Only Nyungwe House
Nyungwe Forest National Park, Rwanda
Nyungwe House is the newest luxury lodge within the One & Only portfolio bringing five star luxury to the Nyungwe Forest Reserve. Nyungwe Rainforest is home to 13 species of primate including Chimpanzees.
W Costa Navarino
Athens, Athens & the Peloponnese, Greece
Sink into paradise on the Ionian Coast at W Costa Navarino, a vibrant lifestyle resort featuring contemporary chic design with lagoon pools, a destination Beach Club, watersports and beach front suites linked to a waterfront Agora ‘market place’.
Wynn Las Vegas
Las Vegas, The Southwest, United States of America
Designed to be explored and exciting guests since its opening in 2005, the Wynn Las Vegas has been hailed as the pre eminent luxury destination in Las Vegas. Casual elegance defines the stunning guest rooms with panoramic views of the city skyline
Kwando Lagoon Camp
Linyanti, Botswana
Kwando Lagoon Camp is a eight-room camp, lying on the shady banks of the Kwando River and set among tall and ancient African ebony and marula trees, overlooking the Kwando River with its resident pods of hippo, perfect for exploring by boat.
Adare Manor
Limerick, Galway, Connemara and the West, Ireland
An historic manor house dating back to the 19th century, Adare Manor boasts elegant, contemporary interiors alongside its original gothic architecture. This 840-acre estate is the perfect base to explore beautiful Southwest Ireland.
Azura Benguerra Island
Benguerra Island, Bazaruto and the south coast, Mozambique
Azura Benguerra is a luxurious beach lodge situated on the unspoiled island of Benguerra in southern Mozambique. It lies within a National Park surrounded by deserted beaches of pure white sand and sparkling turquoise seas.
Baraza Resort and Spa
Zanzibar Coast, Tanzania
Located on the east coast of Zanzibar, Baraza is a luxurious, family-friendly hotel with a variety of one and two bedroom villas set on a beautiful stretch of beach. With only 30 villas in total, each with private pools, the feel is small and exclusive.
Borgo Egnazia
Savalletri di Fasano, Puglia, Italy
Borgo Egnazia is one of the Mediterranean’s most luxurious hotels. Set within 20 hectares along the Puglian coast of Southern Italy, it's perfect for couples as well as families wanting to take advantage of the well-appointed children's club.
Chitwa Chitwa
Sabi Sands Game Reserve, Greater Kruger, South Africa
Following extensive refurbishment, Chitwa Chitwa has recently re-opened in the Sabi Sand Game Reserve. With just eight suites and a private house, it is in a fabulous position within the reserve for excellent game viewing.
Sunlit Soul of Spain: Madrid, Seville & Beyond
Madrid, Seville, Granada & Montecorto
Get under the skin of Spain's vibrant culture, taking in the hustle and bustle of Madrid before enjoying the delights of Andalucia. Admire incredible architecture, explore colourful cities and discover picturesque scenery with this charming itinerary around southern Spain.
$12,200 pp
Extraordinary Namibia
Victoria Falls, The Caprivi & NamibRand Nature Reserve
Fall into infinity in the land of never-ending horizons. Step away from the ordinary as you explore the hidden corners of Namibia, capture the moment in handpicked hotels where it’s impossible to take a bad photo. Glide along the languid waters of Caprivi by boat, where elephants roam along the banks and lions call in the distance. Feel your breath...
$10,300 pp
Extraordinary New Zealand
Waiheke Island, Taupo, Hawkes Bay, Wairarapa, Nelson & Queenstown
Leap headfirst into this epic trip through stunning New Zealand. Submerge in the breath-taking beauty of both islands from the dreamiest and most fashionable properties. You will encounter mind-blowing landscapes, scrumptious cuisine, seclusion and tranquillity as you take in majestic sights, from wild forests and glassy lakes to azure-blue...
$34,600 pp
Extraordinary South Australia
Flinders Ranges, Adelaide, Kangaroo Island, Sydney & Lord Howe Island
Dive straight into this epic trip through Southern Australia, your insta-account will never have been so busy as you immerse in wild bush luxury, unique retreats and awesome trips full of vibrancy and adventure. Staying in uber cool hideaways, you will be taken to the best boho bars, tour award-winning vineyards, reconnect on chill-out beaches,...
$23,000 pp
Bali Honeymoon
Ubud, Munduk & Manggis
Bali is the ultimate honeymoon destination, boasting beautiful diverse landscapes, delicious food and an array of romantic and luxurious accommodation. This itinerary is perfect for those looking for an indulgent Balinese honeymoon, taking in Bali’s beautiful rural scenery and some time to soak up the sun in a luxury beach retreat on the east...
$7,300 pp
Twin Center Seychelles - Denis Island and Praslin
Denis Island & Praslin
Experience the diversity of the Seychelles by island hopping. Enjoy an informal barefoot luxury experience on Denis Private Island, then transfer to Praslin and experience the stylish luxury and white sand beaches.
$7,300 pp
Greece with Kids
Athens & Costa Navarino
A country with Greece's wealth of history deserves as long a stay as possible. The choices are endless, with famous sites dotted all over plus some of Europe's most beautiful coastline. Experience an adventurous itinerary encompassing the spectacular capital and an exclusive resort on the Peloponnese packed with fabulous facilities.
$4,900 pp
Scotland in Ultimate Luxury
Edinburgh, Belmond Royal Scotsman, Gleneagles
This memorable once-in-a-lifetime adventure is the ultimate was to explore the Scottish Highlands in luxury style. The Belmond Royal Scotsman offers simply outstanding personal service, fine dining, sumptuous comfort and the companionable atmosphere of a country house hotel as you glide past glens, castles and heather-clad mountains in the...
$11,500 pp
Galapagos & Ecuador with Kids
Quito, Galapagos and Otavalo
For a truly memorable family vacation, this trip taking in both Ecuador’s urban and rural charms, along with the magical wildlife wonderland of the Galapagos Islands, is a fabulous, shared experience for all ages, tastes, and interests. Stand in the Middle of the World, swim with sea lions and turtles, trek volcanic landscapes and enjoy exploring...
$9,200 pp
Wild Brazil: Amazon & Pantanal Adventure
Iguazu, Amazon, Pantanal, Rio de Janeiro
Discover Brazil’s most wildlife-rich destinations on this epic safari-style adventure, observing playful monkeys, brightly colored macaws and even a glimpse of the elusive jaguar. Perfect for nature and animal lovers of all ages, you’ll explore some of the world's most biodiverse areas, including the Amazon Rainforest and the Pantanal and marvel...
$15,900 pp
Scott Dunn provides a wide range of bespoke tours to a number of destinations for vacations 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
- Customized vacations 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 favorite 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 favorite 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
- Customized vacations 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
- Customized vacations 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 minimize their impact on the planet. From stylish, urban boltholes to remote green-minded getaways, we've chosen our favorite 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 vacations. 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 vacation 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.
If you or your children love horseback riding or want to give it a go on holiday, we have a host of ideas that will give you the chance to live the life of a cowboy, gallop through the waves on a white sandy beach, or just take a few riding lessons somewhere seriously unexpected.
Life can get a little crazy sometimes so isn't it great to know that you can escape to a luxury health and wellness retreat in a far flung destination to invigorate body and soul? Selflessly, our travel experts have tried them all so if you want to bliss out at an underwater spa in the Maldives, bend like a pretzel at a beach yoga retreat in Mexico, or refocus your mind a spiritual bolthole in the Himalayas, you're truly spoiled for choice.
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