Style : The island plays the card of relaxation and the tropical, with plenty of spaces of freedom and untouched nature Location : Located 95 km north of Mahé, the island is accessible via a 30-minute flight Capacity : 25 Cottages & Villas Highlights : Denis, it is a splendid coral island and also a vast conservation project and local skills initiative

Style : An eclectic and creative decor, blending traditional New Mexico style with foreign influences Location : In the town of Taos, New Mexico, accessible via Albuquerque Airport Capacity : 84 Rooms & Suites, inspired at times by Native American civilisation, at others by international cultures Highlights : Le Living Spa, a renowned spa offering an indoor pool, jacuzzi, and natural treatments

Style : A residence with traditional Istrian architecture, evoking a village Location : Near Buje, a verdant region of Istria, in northern Croatia, not far from the Slovenian border Capacity : 23 Rooms & 1 Villa of Contemporary Comfort Highlights : An ideal pied-à-terre for discovering the charms of Istria, between wines and olive oils, Roman and Venetian cities...

Style : The hotel is a tribute to Hindu art through its architecture and selection of highly valuable ethnic objects. Location : Northwest of the island of Lombok, near the islands of Gili Meno and Gili Trawangan Capacity : 36 Villas & Suites scattered across the property between garden and ocean Highlights : A spa with a unique setting, awarded multiple times, to indulge in a traditional treatment or a hot stone massage inspired by ancestral Balinese techniques.

Style : A working sheep farm for over 200 years, home to an Edwardian-elegance boutique hotel Location : To the far south of the North Island, overlooking Palliser Bay, a 1 hour 30 minute drive from Wellington Capacity : 13 Suites, 2 three-bedroom Cottages & 1 Private Villa Highlights : Experience an authentic farm stay focused on «locavorism,» while enjoying a sumptuous coastal setting.

Style : Futuristic lines and a design inspired by traditional Newfoundland homes Location : A 1-hour drive from Gander Airport, then a 45-minute ferry to the remote island of Fogo, off the coast of Newfoundland Capacity : 29 Rooms & Suites with breathtaking views of the ocean and sky Highlights : An unusual place conducive to relaxation, inspiration and sharing, with off-the-beaten-track activities alongside island inhabitants

Style : A historic and elegant manor house, both classic and contemporary Location : Located on the west shore of Lake Massawippi in the village of North Hatley, 1.5 hours' drive from Montreal Capacity : 36 Rooms & Suites with a view of the gardens Highlights : This charming residence was built at the beginning of the century on the model of George Washington's home at Mount Vernon

Style : A chic, comfortable ethnic spirit, sober and elegant at the same time Location : To the southeast of Nosy Komba, which is itself to the south of Nosy Be Capacity : 8 Rosewood villas with Indian Ocean views Highlights : Tsara Komba offers such a rich range of experiences that a week wouldn't be enough to explore it all

Style : The soul of the farmhouse has been wonderfully restored, the retro chic ambiance is guaranteed Location : A 3.5-hour drive from Rio de Janeiro, in Minas Gerais, within a private 4000-hectare reserve, adjacent to Ibitipoca National Park Capacity : 8 Suites in the fazenda & 5 private houses (1 to 3 bedrooms) spread across the property Highlights : It is a timeless lodge, a gentle folly for all those who love to walk to contemplate intact nature

Style : A charming boutique hotel with traditional Burmese style Location : On the shores of Inle Lake, 14 km from Nyaung Shwe Capacity : 27 traditional villas with garden or lake view Highlights : The natural site is simply enchanting, away from the thrum of the lake boats