First things first: yes, the Venice hotel that hosted internationally acclaimed barrister Amal Alamuddin’s wedding to that actor is now in our carefully curated collection. Read on to see which Mr & Mrs Smith- (and Mr & Mrs Clooney-) approved hotels made their debut on our site this month…
ASIA
• Amanfayun, Hangzhou: serene setting between mountains and a monastery
• Maalifushi by Como, Maldives [right]: crystal-clear ocean, all mod cons, overwater villas
THE AMERICAS
• Be Tulum, Mexico: tree-top yoga classes, Mayan spa rituals, beach cruisers to borrow
• Malliouhana, Anguilla [right]: Michelin-starred restaurant,
private terraces, superb service
• Casa Mosquito, Rio de Janeiro: a stroll to the beach, rooftop pool, private balconies and terraces
EUROPE
• Casa Ellul, Valletta: tiny boutique stay, elegant historic building, mediaeval-city location
• Prati Palai, Lake Garda: colourful roll-top baths and a lake-view pool
• Aman Canal Grande Venice [right]: historic frescoes, opulence and discretion, rare private garden
• Salcombe Harbour Hotel, Devon [top]: sea-to-plate dining, harbour setting, free gin rations
• Foxhill Manor, Cotswolds: 400-acre grounds, eat when/where you want, personally tailored service
Now, where to next? Join us back here a month from now to find out.