Million Air Winter 2023/24

FAMILY by Alex Martin

Singita, Lebombo Lodge

SOUTH AFRICA Sitting on the banks of the N’wanetsi River, Lebombo Lodge’s organic design was inspired by eagles’ nests in the nearbycli ff faces. The lodge is perched high enough to o ff er unobstructed views of Kruger National Park, and the Big Five can be spotted from your private deck. There are two two-bedroom suites, which can be combined to make an exclusive-use villa with a private swimming pool, two plunge pools and an expansive dining space. Bush walks are usually limited to those 16 or older, but Singita still o ff ersa huge program for younger explorers. As well as tailored game drives, the lodge o ff ers a customized Mini Rangers Course, where children can learn animal tracking, bush survival techniques and astronomy. From $16,026 per night. Contact Lisa Carey, PR and communications director, lisa.c@singita.com, +27 216 833 424, singita.com

The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes, The Ritz-Carlton Royal Suite FLORIDA Orlando is the family-friendly city, but few strike the balance between parents and children better than this Ritz-Carlton resort. For the adults, there is a championship golf course andaspao ff ering treatments with Valmont products. For the children, there is a substantial waterpark and an array of activities at Ritz Kids. The Ritz-Carlton Royal Suite has all the amenities needed for family life, without losing that Top 100 Suites feel. It has a full kitchen, a large living area and the option to connect additional bedrooms. After a day in one of the waterpark’s private cabanas, book the little ones into the Kids Night Out program and head for a romantic meal at the Michelin-starred Knife & Spoon, considered Orlando’s best steakhouse. From $16,000 per night. Contact Tom Pfordresher, director of travel industry sales, thomas.pfordresher@ ritzcarlton.com, +1 321 231 0825, grandelakes.com

Cliveden House, Spring Cottage BERKSHIRE, ENGLAND Cliveden House is one of those locations where you wish the walls could talk. Although dating back to 1666, the Italianate mansion’s most infamous years began when the Astor family bought it in 1893. They made decadent alterations and hosted lavish parties that would make Jay Gatsby blush. Today, the weight of history can be felt everywhere. Away from the main house, situated on the banks of the River Thames in a quiet part of the 375-acre estate, the Spring Cottage tells its own story. It was once used by Queen Victoria as a quiet spot for afternoon tea. Despite its age, the Spring Cottage comes with all the expected modern amenities. With three bedrooms, an open fi replace and two sitting rooms, this is an intimate space for families that wish to reconnect away from theworld. From $2,400 per night. Contact reservations@clivedenhouse.co.uk, +44 162 866 8561, clivedenhouse.co.uk

Photos Jake Eastham, Sakis Papadopoulos