Alila Jabal Akhdar Oman
Just getting to this resort is an adventure. After a thrilling three-hour jeep ride through the stunning Al Hajar mountain range, you’ll find the super- luxe Alila perched precariously on the edge of a gorge. But the drive is so worth it, with views that will cause goosebumps despite the searing heat.
Alila Jabal Akhdar Oman Photo Gallery
This is a thrillseeker’s dream: there are canyon walks, hiking and cave exploration, and, for the ultra-adventurous among you, hair-raising cycle trails.
HOW TO BOOK
Scott Dunn (scottdunn.com) offers four nights in a Mountain View Suite (below) from £1,590 per person, half-board. Includes transfers and return flights.
Pikaia Lodge Galapagos islands
Pikaia Lodge is causing a real stir right now. This eco-retreat, which lies in an extinct volcano crater, not only offers the best land and ocean exploration of the islands, but its concept of sustainable luxury it has a giant-tortoise reserve and reforestation programme is getting everyone excited.
Too often, the only way to explore these islands is by boat, but this contemporary-cool hotel offers honeymooners a very different Galapagos experience.
HOW TO BOOK
Black Tomato (blacktomato.com) offers 14 nights in Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands from £9,876 per person, all inclusive. Includes flights and transfers.
