What started with safaris has grown into an all-encompassing offering that covers the entire world: from adventure to cultural travel experience, from city break to beach break. Ever since '98, ExperienceTravel has managed to give contemporary world travelers a once-in-a-lifetime trip time and time again. Still no idea where to book this summer? CEO, Harco van Uden may give you some inspiration with these gems of destinations....
What started with safaris has grown into an all-encompassing offering that covers the entire world: from adventure to cultural travel experience, from city break to beach break. Ever since '98, ExperienceTravel has managed to give contemporary world travelers a once-in-a-lifetime trip time and time again. Still no idea where to book this summer? CEO, Harco van Uden may give you some inspiration with these gems of destinations....
"It seems that in 2023 the roaring 20' s have begun after all. Despite bizarre price hikes, a war in Europe and fears of recession, we are flocking to enjoy ourselves together. For example, attendance at MASTERS EXPO was higher than in previous years, festivals are sold out, carnivals are busier than ever, and working from home seems to have been a hype after all - we prefer to meet in the office. Privately, we have again embraced travel and vacations en masse. At this time of writing, bookings are even higher than before corona. Have we learned nothing from the past three years? Yep: that the basic human need is personal contact. Not only is it more fun to meet, it also contributes to a better result or experience. This need for contact is deeply rooted in our DNA, simply because contact is the main way of reproduction and cooperation is the main strategy of survival. However, we will have to accept that all this contact leads to more movement. Unfortunately, current transportation still has a negative impact on the well-being of the earth. However, we are on the eve of all kinds of new innovations such as flying on hydrogen. So I like to look at what can be done. If we invest in more sustainable transportation now, we can continue to fill our free time with travel in the future and thus continue to meet each other."
Optimal privacy & ultimate pampering
This is where you want to be: surrounded by the clearest and bluest waters, the softest and whitest sandy beaches. This paradise named Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi is a 45-minute boat ride from Velana International Airport. A culinary paradise moreover, with a host of great restaurants including Zuma Maldives, Terra (unique: dining in a handmade bamboo nest in a treetop) and The Ledge by Dave Pynt, the chef of Singapore's star restaurant Burnt Ends. When it comes to lodging, there is also plenty to choose from. Will it be a "beach villa," a "reef villa" or an "overwater villa with private pool"? Our suggestion: opt for one of the two 'stella maris villas with pool', your own villa in the middle of the Indian Ocean, including its own barbecue and infinity pool. Only accessible by boat. The ultimate romantic getaway.
This is the policy on Regent Seven Seas Cruises' impressive cruise ship. We experienced this for ourselves during a mini cruise from Riga to Copenhagen on the luxurious Seven Seas Splendor. Nothing was impossible and the crew was at all times willing to pull out all the stops, literally and figuratively, to meet everyone's needs. The fact that there are 524 crew-staff to 750 passengers says it all. We can say that it is the ultimate luxury experience to cruise with this shipping company that truly takes care of everything to perfection and with the keenest attention to detail. If you wear a dark outfit during dinner at one of the ship's exclusive restaurants, you will be asked nicely, "Would you like to change to a black napkin, Miss?" And daily mail is delivered by suite, including a concise newspaper in one's own language. Aboard the ship, everything is included for every guest. And by everything, Regent really does mean everything. From 24/7 room service, champagne on arrival at the suite, a personal butler on call at all times, laundry and ironing service to first-class live entertainment in the various bars, lounges and in the majestic theater, daily high-quality excursions accompanied by outstanding guides, culinary delights in the various restaurants, swimming pools, spas, a sports deck, casino, boutiques, a wellness, library... 'With Every Luxury Included', not a word of it is a lie!
The most luxurious yet basic way to experience Costa Rica, Chile or Panama is to stay at Nayara Tented Camp. The tents are 160 square meters and equipped with a plunge pool, air conditioning, outdoor shower and Wi-Fi, among other amenities. A spacious stay in the middle of the rainforest, with a view of Arenal, a recently reactivated volcano in northwestern Costa Rica. Morning yoga, a spa treatment with volcanic mud and fruit picked fresh from the tree provide a healthy start to the day. Committed to sustainability, Nayara Tented Camp is the perfect place to feel at one with nature. Don't worry about meaningless things, enjoy pure life - pura vida!
Curious about more destinations? In the spring edition of MASTERS, three entrepreneurs shed light on the future: Raymon Pouwels (GO Sharing), Merel van Helsdingen (Nxt Museum) and Tim van der Wiel (GoSpooky). According to the latter, ever-accelerating technological advances offer tremendous opportunities. "There has never been a better time to have a good idea. Technology is in your pocket!" Sports journalist Jaap de Groot outlines the contours of the new playing field of international sport after the resounding success of the World Cup in Qatar. And futurist Adjiedj Bakas also shines his light on the future. According to him, next year will be dominated by the search for the economy of happiness. "We are not only going to look at what makes us money, but what makes us happy," he says. Perhaps this edition contributes to that, with a look back at MASTERS EXPO, a road trip with the new Range Rover and interviews with equestrian Pope Jan Tops, Red Bull Racing team boss Christian Horner, chef Margot Janse and visual artist Spencer Tunick. Happiness!
