Million Air Winter 2022

ADV ENTUR E by Samantha Coles

Tierra Patagonia, Two-level Suite CHILE

Seamlessly blending into the natural surroundings thanks to its award-winning, timber-clad architecture, Tierra Patagonia sits at the northern entrance of Torres del Paine National Park, on the gleaming shores of Lake Sarmiento. All of the guest rooms here have sublime views of the soaring granite peaks, but the one-bedroom Two-level Suite has fl oor-to-ceiling windows to really drink in that incredible landscape. The decor is decidedly simple, with a few choice furnishings and fi ttings carved from Patagonian driftwood that was reclaimed from the nearby lake’s shore. Naturally, you’re going to want to get out and explore this wild part of the world — when you arrive at Tierra Patagonia, you’ll sit down at the giant hand-painted map where a bespoke excursion will be created for you with the option for a private guide. From $5,200 for three nights. Contact Nick Russ, manager, info@tierrahotels.com, +562 6469 0518, tierrahotels.com

Grootbos Private Nature Reserve, Grootbos Villa 2 SOUTH AFRICA Set amid fl ourishing hills of fynbos (a type of shrub only found in theWestern and Eastern Cape), Grootbos Private Nature Reserve is an award-winning eco haven and is home to 907 plant species, including 100 endangered species. New this year, Grootbos has launched the Grootbos Florilegium— a collection of botanical illustrations of the rare plants found on the 8,650-acre reserve, painted by local and international artists. Hidden away from the rest of the estate are the two exclusive use Grootbos Villas; each one is surrounded by ancient forest and features views of the ocean beyond. Villa 2 has four suites and a fully equipped kitchen, gym, sauna, wine cellar and game room. Outside, there’s an in fi nity pool, huge terrace and a braai (a type of South African barbecue). There’s also a private airstrip for small planes and helicopters —head out on a scenic fl ight, and keep your eyes peeled for whales swimming below. From $6,400 per night. Contact Sean Ingles, general manager, bookings@grootbos.co.za, +27 283 848 053, grootbos.com

Fogo Island Inn, Flat Earth Suite NEWFOUNDLAND, CANADA An architectural X-shaped marvel, Fogo Island Inn’s dramatic silhouette sits on jagged terrain at the edge of the island. The 29-room inn feels as though it is right at the end of the world and has incredible views of ‘Iceberg Alley’ — so you can marvel at the 10,000-year-old glacial giants. The inn is home to an Art Gallery and a Heritage Library stocked with books about Newfoundland, as well as a gym, library, bar, lounge, dining room, and wood- fi red saunas and outdoor hot tubs. The two-story Flat Earth Suite is an 1,100-sq-ft sanctuary. It has a mezzanine-style sleeping quarter with a walk-in shower and soaking tub; the homey lounge space below has double-height, fl oor-to-ceiling windows with the most spectacular views to the north, east and south. From $4,000 per night. Contact Elaine Penton, reservations and sales support, elaine@fogoislandinn.ca, +1 855 268 9277, fogoislandinn.ca

Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge, Hillside Family VANCOUVER ISLAND, CANADA

A beloved abode found in the Unesco Clayoquot Sound Biosphere Reserve, Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge is deliciously remote — so remote that it can only be reached by seaplane or boat. Following a refurbishment last year, the lodge reopened with some considered updates to its 25 tents. But these aren’t regular tents — king-size beds and wooden fl oors feature as standard here. The Hillside Family is made up of two adjoining tents covering a total of 1,238 sq ft. In one, you’ll fi nd a master bedroom with a king-size bed, lounge area with a sofa and desk, and a cast-iron heated stove; the other has two twin beds (which can be converted to a king) and the same lounge setup. Both tents have an en-suite bathroom with heated fl oors, double vanity and a deep bathtub, plus a private, outdoor cedar-clad shower. The shared deck has peaceful views of the lush rain forest. From $5,250 per night. Contact Sarah Cruse, general manager, reserve@clayoquotwildernesslodge.com, +1 250 266 0397, clayoquotwildernesslodge.com

Photos Johann Lourens, Alex Fradkin, Jeremy Koreski