Style A resolutely chic ethnic style where it's good to take refuge after your desert expeditions Location In the heart of the charming village of San Pedro de Atacama Capacity 12 Earth-rammed suites inspired by pre-Inca architecture Highlights Awasi is an oasis of elegance and comfort right in the centre of San Pedro, allowing for complete freedom to wander around the village.

Style Refined ambiance, luxury and nature, playing with the codes of natural wood and mineral colours with a superb palette of greys Location To the north-east of Zambezi National Park, in close proximity to Victoria Falls Capacity 13 Suites & 6 Treehouses Highlights The lodge enjoys a unique location, both close to the falls and right in the heart of a national park.

Style A designer and ecological architecture that blends into the landscape, with interiors that have a clean look. Location On the south coast of Sri Lanka, on the edge of Koggala Lake, 45 minutes' drive from the fortified city of Galle Capacity 11 Lake-Facing Rooms & Villas Highlights An admirable lakeside retreat to rebalance yourself and, why not, heal yourself with Quantum Yoga.

Style A devilishly hippy chic style, admirably camouflaged in a stunning setting of plants and minerals Location A 20-minute helicopter ride north of Mahé Capacity Villas with their feet in the sand Highlights The notion of space and communion with nature is omnipresent in this little tropical paradise.

Style A very contemporary atmosphere that subtly incorporates Omani codes. Location On the south coast of the country, in the Dhofar Governorate, most quickly reached by plane via Salalah Capacity 136 Rooms, Suites & Villas (1 to 3 bedrooms) Highlights Advantages of the SERANDIPIANS Network & Al Baleed is an ideal stop to rest your feet in the sand after a road trip in the Sultanate of Oman

Style Barefoot luxury style, rustic chic, completely open to nature Location Small private island reached by boat from the northeast of Zanzibar Capacity 12 generous bands open to the Indian Ocean Highlights : Staying on a private island is an absolute dream; this privilege is granted to just twenty or so guests...

Style A contemporary-looking tropical haven, crafted in natural tones. Location On Lhaviyani Atoll, 40 minutes by seaplane from Malé International Airport Capacity 91 villas with tropical charm and modern comfort, nestled on the beach or perched over the water Highlights Relax on one of the Maldives' largest beaches and enjoy a pampered stay with your personal Guest Experience Maker.

Style Resolutely ethnic chic, African art objects form the soul of the property Location To the south of Mombasa, on the tranquil Galu beach Capacity 5 self-contained cottages & 2 large villas divided into 9 bedrooms Highlights Kinondo sees itself as a guesthouse, the atmosphere is relaxed, the staff attentive and always ready to please and surprise you

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 A Relais & Châteaux establishment overlooking the Douro River, offering captivating panoramas of Porto. Location On the heights of the historic centre of Vila Nova de Gaia, in the south of Porto Capacity 109 rooms decorated with wine references Highlights The Yeatman is a paradise for wine lovers with its unique wine cellar, wine-tasting dinners and wine therapy spa.