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Where the World’s Elite Are Escaping in 2025 🏝️
Discover the new standard in luxury retreats.
Catherine Beaumont
July 09, 2025
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To those who seek life’s finer pleasures,
This week, we're whisking you away to the world's most luxurious retreats—from breathtaking Mediterranean villas to the serene mountains of Bhutan, and the groundbreaking yachts setting sail for a greener future.
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🌍 Elite Travel Hotspots 2025
⛵ Sailing into the Future: The First Fully Zero‑Emission Superyacht
🕊️ A Luxe Escape: Bhutan — The World’s Last Shangri‑La
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🌍 Elite Travel Hotspots 2025
Discover where the world’s elite are retreating this summer for luxury, privacy, and unforgettable experiences.
Key Takeaways:
🏝️ Ibiza’s Cliffside Villas: Sleek, oceanfront designs with private pools offer exclusivity and spectacular Mediterranean views.
🏞️ Caribbean’s Sought-After Islands: Turks & Caicos, St. Barts, Antigua, and Virgin Gorda are surging in popularity for their upscale resorts and serene beaches.
🏨 Boutique & Heritage-Focused Stays: From eco‑chic olive-grove hotels in Sicily to reimagined mid‑century gems in the U.S., design-driven lodgings are redefining luxury.
🏡 Private Villas & Estates: High‑net‑worth travelers seek spacious rentals on the Amalfi Coast, St. Barts, and private Caribbean enclaves for multigenerational escapes.
⛵ Sailing into the Future: The First Fully Zero‑Emission Superyacht
A groundbreaking 230-foot yacht designed to run entirely on renewable energy is set to debut, revolutionizing superyacht sustainability. Built by Vripack and Vitters, this zero-emission marvel promises luxury without environmental compromise.
Key Takeaways:
🌬️ 100% Renewable Power: The yacht, dubbed Project Zero, operates using only wind, solar, and thermal energy—no fossil fuels required.
🛠️ Cutting‑Edge Design & Build: Crafted over more than 60,000 engineering hours by Vripack and constructed by Vitters in the Netherlands.
📏 Spacious and Luxurious: At 230 feet, it’s equipped with all the premium amenities expected of a superyacht—without a carbon footprint.
🌍 Leading Sustainability Trend: As the first in its class, Project Zero sets a new benchmark for eco-conscious yachting and inspires future innovation.
🕊️ A Luxe Escape: Bhutan — The World’s Last Shangri‑La
Discover luxury redefined through immaculately preserved culture, sustainable retreats, and soul‑stirring Himalayan serenity—far from the glitzy mainstream.
Key Takeaways:
🏞️ High‑Value, Low‑Volume Tourism: Bhutan enforces a $100/day Sustainable Development Fee and caps visitor numbers to preserve culture and environment.
🛏️ Exclusive, Eco‑Chic Lodging: Boutique lodges like Amankora, Six Senses, and COMO Uma blend serene luxury with local materials and wellness‑focused architecture.
🚁 Curated Experiences: Helicopter rides to Tiger’s Nest, hot‑stone bath rituals, and niche pilgrimage trails promise transformative, off‑beat adventures.
🌱 Sustainably Grounded Luxury: Bhutan’s hotels champion eco‑stewardship—carbon‑negative practices, local sourcing, and tourism revenue funding public welfare.
One last thing
Exploring these exclusive escapes not only redefines luxury travel but also sets the stage for a sustainable and culturally conscious future.
Wherever you go, travel thoughtfully!
Catherine Beaumont
Editor-in-Chief
Boston, Massachusetts
Flying Private
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