Top 5 luxurious getaways of the rich and famous revealed
Ever wondered where the rich and famous go to unplug and escape from the daily pressures of life? Well, look no further.
According to TikTok luxury lifestyle content creator, Nils Decks, the rich and famous also practice self-love and self-care by escaping to remote off the grid destinations in search of peace and tranquillity.
@nilsdecks In other words, when billionaires want to take a break, they go to a private island. Fun. #billionaire #luxury #lifestyle ♬ original sound - Nils Decks | Luxury Lifestyle
In a video posted to TikTok, the content creator shared some of the destinations that have been frequented by the likes of Beyonce, Barack Obama, Mark Zuckerberg and Prince Harry.
From bush escapes in Africa to private island luxury in the French Polynesia, here are the top five destinations the rich and famous escape to when they are feeling blue.
Singita Lebombo Lodge, South Africa
According to its website, A contemporary retreat in the iconic Kruger National Park, Singita Lebombo Villa takes immersion in nature to a new level.
The lodge was recently ranked 15th in The World’s 50 Best Hotels 2023. Singita Lebombo is built into the N’wanetsi riverbank and its position and integration into the setting offers an experience that’s expansive and uplifting. 4
It is perfect for those looking for a bespoke safari experience. A suite at the lodge starts from R 49 655 a person a night.
Nihiwatu Resort Sumba Island, Indonesia
Nihiwatu Resort Sumba is located on the island of Sumba and 400 km to the east of Bali.
Nihiwatu is a spot dedicated to world-class surfing, hiking through breath taking waterfalls, ancient villages and butterfly trails and Stand-up Paddling down the Wanukaka River.
According to the resort’s website, it focuses mainly on freedom, luxury, and providing unforgettable memories that allow guests to reconnect with a life lived simply, healthfully and mindfully.
A stay at the resort starts from $1630 (R28 363) a night for 2.
Kokomo Private Island, Fiji
Known as Fiji’s most exclusive private island resort, Kokomo Private Island fuses unscripted luxury with the bounty of space and the generosity of time to do as much (or as little) as your holiday heart desires.
The island is cradled by the Great Astrolabe Reef, boasting stunning, unspoiled and naturally immaculate beaches with lush green backdrops.
The reef provides a virtual portal into an unparalleled underwater world, while the luxury hotel’s land experiences offer a paradise for adventure seekers, a restorative sanctuary for families and an enticing retreat for honeymooners.
A one bedroom sunrise villa on the island starts from $ 2900 (R50 461).
The Brando, Tetiaroa, French Polynesia
The Brando is a unique luxury resort on French Polynesia's breathtakingly beautiful private island of Tetiaroa - just 20-minutes by plane from Papeete, Tahiti.
A historic atoll composed of a dozen small islands surrounding a sparkling turquoise lagoon. The Brando offers carefree luxury and tranquility in the midst of pristine nature.
The resort features 36 immensely private pool villas on white-sand beaches overlooking a 3-mile-wide lagoon that is frequented by sea turtles, manta rays, reef sharks and rare exotic birds.
A stay on the private island starts from R82 220 a night for 2.
Amangiri - Utah, USA
Blending into the untouched desert scenery of the American Southwest, Amangiri is a serene, 920-acre sanctuary located in southern Utah.
The all-season resort, and its sumptuous camp, known as Camp Sarika at Amangiri, are surrounded by iconic landmarks of the Colorado Plateau, including the Grand Canyon, Monument Valley, and Bryce and Zion national parks.
It is also a short distance from the shores of Lake Powell.
A stay at the hotel starts from R65 885 a night for 2.