Million Air Winter 2022

BE ACH by Kim Ayling

Nihi Sumba, The Owner’s Estate INDONESIA Set on a picture-perfect, virtually deserted coastline, Indonesia’s Nihi Sumba takes the concept of ‘beach vacation’ to dizzyingly lavish heights. It may take a while to get here, but every minute is worth it for the level of exclusivity. Making the most of Nihi’s unrivaled location is The Owner’s Estate — a sprawling, six-villa accommodation, with uninterrupted views of the Indian Ocean. While the rooms are carefully dotted around the estate in individual villas (each with its own plunge pool and some with treetop balconies) groups can come together in the central main house, complete with a beautifully decorated indoor outdoor lounge and dining area, a generous sundeck and a glittering in fi nity pool. Ready for a dip in the ocean? Just follow the winding pathway down to the beach below. From $14,000 per night. Contact Dewi Yudarini, director of reservations and revenue, yuda@nihi.com, +62 859 3505 5080, nihi.com

North Island, Villa North Island SEYCHELLES

Cobblers Cove, Colleton Suite BARBADOS

With just 11 villas spread across a private island in the Seychelles, North Island is about as secluded as it comes. For the height of privacy, book Villa North Island. Tucked away at the end of a long stretch of beach, the villa is pure romance, with an oversized marble bathtub perfectly positioned for sunrise watching with overhanging palm trees framing the ocean views. The villa itself is built directly into the granite boulders that hug the beach, with multiple wooden levels cascading down toward the sand below. Inside, the rooms are the very de fi nition of rustic-luxe with plenty of natural tones and textures. Don’t miss the chance to indulge in a private dining experience created by the resort’s talented chefs on your own corner of the beach. From $5,450 per night. Contact Cristina Cesario, director of sales and marketing, reservations@north-island.com, +97 150 873 4046, north-island.com

Located on the northwest coast of the island, the pink-hued Cobblers Cove is a bit of a Barbadian icon, hosting regular cocktail evenings, celebratory parties and seafront BBQs throughout the season. On the hotel’s fi rst fl oor, the Colleton Suite looks directly out onto the spotless beach beyond; a private terrace and inviting plunge pool act as the perfect spot to absorb the views. Back inside, the suite’s decor is decidedly pretty, with a delicate white, blue and coral color scheme mirroring that of the landscape. Extra touches include a deep roll-top tub, grand four-poster bed and locally made toiletries. From $1,500 per night. Contact Joanna Roterberg, general manager, joanna.roterberg@cobblerscove.com, +1 246 422 2791, cobblerscove.com

Velaa Private Island, Nika Residence MALDIVES Designed by revered Spanish designer Patricia Urquiola, the Nika Residence at Velaa Private Island is a stylish retreat in the heart of paradise. Covering an expansive 14,250 sq ft, the villa caters for up to 10 guests, with the glamorous rooms either opening out onto private gardens or overlooking the expanse of blue ocean beyond. While the interiors are spectacular (the double-height lounge and dining space, complete with 16.4-ft black marble table and oversized chandelier, are real highlights), the outdoor space is the big draw here. A social terrace opens out onto a 56-ft swimming pool, with a private slice of pristine beach beckoning. There is an impressive sound system, but the gentle crash of the waves is probably the only soundtrack you need. From $23,000 per night. Contact Shareefa Abdulla, reservations and revenue manager, shareefa.abdulla@ velaaisland.com, +960 656 5000, velaaprivateisland.com

Photos Sebastian Olegård, Justin Nicholas Photography