Perched in the lush trees that overlook the Kamala Village and Andaman Sea, Keemala offers the luxury of privacy within an 'evergreen wonderland'. If you're seeking to avoid the Phuket crowds, Keemala is your place. Oriented towards health and wellness, relax and rejuvenate with Keemala's diverse range of holistic treatments. Opening in autumn 2015.

A one-hour plane ride from Bangkok, Thailand lies in its most pristine form. Fisherman go about their daily business, untouched jungle grows freely and the water remains calm and clear. With a restaurant perched in the trees, 24 villas spread across the rainforest each with their own pool, and amenities to keep you entertained for long time, Soneva Kiri is the perfect seaside retreat.

This neo-gothic estate rests in the Italian hills and overlooks a scenic lake. The villa was restored and transformed by hotelier, Bob Burns, and rests among acres of fruit trees, flowers and tree-lined avenues. If you're not having their freshly-made ice cream by the pool, or playing croquet in the garden, you can take their Riva boat out for a day in the sun.

Get away from Tulum's busy hub and escape to the Northern part of Tulum where the simplicity of Playa Papaya resides. The playa is part Papaya Playa Project, where "like-minded people, creative individuals can unwind and connect with themselves and nature". This is a simple, low-key getaway on what is practically a private beach.

Tucked in the Siwa Oasis, Egypt and on the edge of "Sand Sea", an electricity-free sanctuary lies overlooking a salt lake. 17 kilometres from Siwa town, this ancient hub is built with just mud and salt, and only lit by candles and moonlight.