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Corinthia Maldives, Maldives Opening: Q4 2025


Set in the picturesque Kaafu Atoll, oÀinÌhi>½Ã wÀÃÌ «Ào«iÀÌÞ in Ìhi


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will span two islands, the larger housing a 73-key resort while the smaller isle will be reserved for exclusive-use hire. ‘Aquatic-inspired’ architecture will celebrate the famous manta ray and the property’s design will incorporate swooping lines to echo the ocean. Guests can expect wellness facilities, wÌniÃà >Ài>à >n` wÛi `inin} ÛinÕið


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New Ponant sailing, Madagascar Launching: December 2025


Ponant will launch a cruise between South Africa and Madagascar on Le Bougainville in December. The 11-night sailing will travel from Durban to Nosy Be, a volcanic isle known as ‘the scented island’ due to its vast ylang ylang plantations. The voyage will include an oÛiÀni}hÌ in voÀmiÀ -oÕÌh ƂvÀiV>n wÃhin} Ûill>}i ,iVh>À`à Bay, with excursions to spot lions, hippos and elephants. It will then cross the Mozambique Channel to call at oÃÞ >À>] oÃÞ omL>] >h>j>n}>] /oli>À> >n`] wn>llÞ] oÃÞ i Ìo injoÞ >`>}>ÃV>À½Ã ÀiVh yoÀ> >n` v>Õn>°


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Rosewood Seychelles, Seychelles Opening: 2027


A new 40-villa property from Rosewood Hotels & Resorts is set to open in the Seychelles’ remote Aldabra Atoll, a region once described by Sir David Attenborough as “one of the world’s greatest surviving natural treasures”. Spacious villas will have direct beach access and sustainability at their core, with natural materials such as rattan prominent alongside ‘island-inspired’ textiles and decor. The resort will boast a beach club, outdoor cinema and extensive spa and gym facilities, alongside a kids’ club and multiple dining options. The Aldabra Atoll is one of the world’s largest, with its rich coral, marine and bird life earning it Unesco World Heritage status.


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