Holidaypiratescom • 28th June 2020

Experience the Wild West in style: Gorgeous luxury glamping for the whole family

Billy the Kid, Buffalo Bill, Calamity Jane, Jesse James... they've all had us spellbound featuring in dusty old Western movies, and over at the Capitol Reef Resort in Utah you can get a taste of it all. But with some added luxury twists!

Holidaypiratescom • 26th June 2020

Boho-chic 5* Mykonos boutique escape

This gorgeous Mykonos escape places you on the raw and wild side of the island, at the boho-chic 5-star boutique hotel The Wild by Interni. Here you will have access to a gorgeous ocean-view pool with steps leading down to the private beach in front, a cave-inspired spa and a tasty breakfast every morning of your stay. Private transfers are also included for your convenience.

But there are only limited dates available at this price point (all other dates are 2 or 3 x more expensive!) so get boo

Holidaypiratescom • 19th June 2020

2021 holiday: Stylish beach house on the Baltic Sea

The island of Fehmarn is nestled in the Baltic Sea, connected to Germany by a bridge and easily reachable from Denmark via ferry, and is called the 'sunshine isle' for good reason. It's a popular beach resort for young and old, and we've spotted these gorgeous contemporary holiday homes placing you right on the sandy beach, with lots of availabilities for next year. Book with free cancellation now!

Holidaypiratescom • 6th June 2020

Stay in this amazing Norwegian treetop cabin on stilts

About a two-hours drive away from Oslo (and 20 minutes from the Swedish border), deep in the Norwegian forest called Finnskogen, you'll come across these cutting-edge designer cabins.

The PAN Treetop Cabins are perched among the treetops high above the ground on stilts, blending in perfectly with the surrounding serene wilderness.

Holidaypiratescom • 30th May 2020

This super stylish floating suite comes with private sauna!

Save perhaps for the Swedes and Finns, no one does sauna as well as the Germans – it's basically embedded in their DNA !

We're loving this super stylish floating suite with private sauna right now -- it is situated in an idyllic nature park setting in Krummin, in the Usedom region just under 3 hours drive from Berlin.

Holidaypiratescom • 21st May 2020

Travel through the glorious WORLD OF FOOD

Without further ado, we throw ourselves head-first into the world of raw fish. We're naturally talking about SUSHI and no visit to Japan would be complete without sampling this healthy delicacy.

It is low in calories and packed with fatty omega-3 acids that are good for you. Well, as long as you don't overeat that is!

We love, love, love the cold beet soup SALTIBARSCIAI (Šaltibarščiai) stemming from Lithuania, made with buttermilk, sour cream, cucumbers, dill and hard-boiled eggs.

Holidaypiratescom • 20th May 2020

Glamping with penguins at White Desert in Antarctica

White Desert is certainly one of the most remote and unique glamping experiences in the world. Here you will be whisked away by Gulfstream private jet from Cape Town direction south, passing thousands of icebergs, and arriving in the last remaining great wilderness on earth: Antarctica.

The Whichaway Camp has won the World Travel Awards no less than 5 times, offering all the luxury mod-cons and services you'd expect from a 5* hotel, but with a minimal environmental footprint in mind.

The camp

Holidaypiratescom • 20th May 2020

Exclusive 5* Mykonos autumn break

You know we have a thing for gorgeous infinity pools, so next up we are sending you to Mykonos. You will be staying at the romantic 5* boutique hotel Delight Mykonos, a member of prestigious Small Luxury Hotels of the World, offering Mykonean architecture with minimalist design touches. Breakfast is included in your stay, with the option to upgrade, and you can secure this with a small deposit today!

Holidaypiratescom • 19th May 2020

Take us to this magical Mayan treehouse resort in Tulum right now

The mystical AZULIK Uh May is nestled in the heart of the Mayan jungle, 30 minutes from the tropical coast of Tulum. It is an awe-inspiring architectural feat consisting of several shell-shaped buildings with elevated spiral-walkways and trees shooting from the floor through the ceiling. The extraterrestrial construction almost resembles something out of The Little Mermaid, (well, if Atlantica was above water, that is), and at the same conjures up images of woodland fairies.

Holidaypiratescom • 15th May 2020

Take us to this Thai island treehouse duplex with private plunge pool

We're dreaming of our next treehouse stay, and are totally smitten with the Treehouse Villas Koh Yao Noi, set amidst lush jungle on the dreamy island of Koh Yao Noi – a largely untouched island in the Andaman Sea, halfway between Phuket and Krabi in Thailand!
Here you will be staying in your own treehouse villa duplex with private plunge pool.

Holidaypiratescom • 10th May 2020

Experience the Northern Lights from this award-winning designer cabin in Norway

These gorgeous designer sea-cabins are to be found on the remote Manshausen Island, in northwest Norway, about 500 m from Nordskot.

Here you can reconnect with nature, surrounded by breathtaking 360-degrees sea and mountain views, with a good chance of spotting mother nature's own fireworks: the Northern Lights.

Holidaypiratescom • 28th April 2020

Experience epic South African safari vistas from this train hotel on a bridge in Kruger Park

The luxurious Kruger Shalati in South Africa is one of the most anticipated new hotels this year. Here you will be staying aboard a luxury train permanently stationed on the historically rich Selati Bridge, which is suspended high above the majestic Sabie River with jaw-dropping views of Kruger National Park.

A landmark hotel, the luxe train carriages pays homage to the explorers that visited the iconic park some 100 years ago, when the train would park overnight in the exact spot where Kruger

Holidaypiratescom • 28th March 2020

13 of the most beautiful desert hotels from around the world!

There is something truly special about falling asleep under a canopy of stars surrounded by majestic dunes, far away from civilisation as we know it. The immersive experience becomes even more magical with a string of 5-star luxury facilities and first class hospitality at your disposal.

We've rounded up 13 of our favourite luxury desert escapes from the four corners of the world, (including a somewhat 'unexpected' entry!)

Holidaypiratescom • 21st March 2020

Luxury Glass Lodge stay in Cornwall

Back on popular demand, we've spotted some great rates over at the gorgeous Glass Lodge at award-winning Clowance Estate. This luxe design lodge sleeps up to 6 people and has been featured in numerous magazines, bringing the scenic Cornish surroundings right into the living room with a glazed facade and fronted by a private outdoor hot tub.

The stunning, Scandi-style A frame lodge offers a host of luxurious mod-cons for a carefree relaxing stay, including a fully equipped lounge, open plan kitc

Holidaypiratescom • 24th February 2020

Luxury eco-hotel weekend break in Stockholm

Winter/early spring is a wonderful time to visit Stockholm, especially when you can retreat to the top-rated 4* Downtown Camper by Scandic eco-hotel and its rooftop spa. The outdoor pool is heated to 38 degrees with amazing views over Stockholm’s rooftops, and the sauna is shaped like a bird's nest.

HolidayPirates • 12th February 2020

Holidays in Africa: The Best Travel Deals to Africa

Africa is a vast continent with breathtaking sceneries made up of 54 very different countries, cultures and identities. It is a smorgasbord of exciting travel destinations with something for everyone: exhilarating dune rides in Morocco and some of the world’s best snorkeling in Egypt in the north, exotic safari adventures in Kenya in central Africa, powder white beaches on the paradise islands of Zanzibar, Mauritius and Seychelles, incredible biodiversityin Madagascar, and, all the way down south, penguins and rolling vineyards in South Africa.

So let’s start from the top in the very north, and work our way down to the south, listing some (not all) of the best places to visit in Africa.

Holidaypiratescom • 15th January 2020

Sweden's floating Arctic Bath hotel serves Northern Lights for dinner

Sweden's luxurious Arctic Bath Hotel and Spa has just opened its doors and is one of the most spectacular hotel openings 2020. The open air bath hotel is set in Swedish Lapland near the small village of Harads in the very north of the country, and floats majestically on the Lule River in a tranquil, frostbitten setting. From above the hotel structure almost resembles a frosted donut with sprinkles on top.

HolidayPirates • 22nd December 2019

Holidays in Dubai

Dubai is a glitzy metropolis of superlatives: ultra-modern skyscrapers and the tallest building in the world pierce its skyline, and it is home to some of the best luxury shopping on the planet. (The place has more than 60 (!) malls.) It sits right on the oceanfront, which boasts pristine beaches lapped by the jade-green Arabian Gulf, but is simultaneously also in the middle of a desert. Want to cool off? Over at the indoor winter wonderland you can ski, play in the snow and even spot penguins!

Dubai is the go-to destination for guaranteed sunshine all year round, and a place where you can snap up affordable 5-star hotels and dirt cheap Uber rides. It is also a very child-friendly destination, catering to families with an array of kids clubs, waterparks and the Dubai Aquarium on offer. Dubai ticks all the boxes for a city break,beach holiday and exhilarating desert escape in one go. Here we’ve listed some must-sees below.

Holidaypiratescom • 30th October 2019

Picture perfect pads around the globe: 18 of the world's dreamiest villas

From snowcapped Alpine ridges to alluring desert oases and a private palm-fringed island to your own African safari hideaway, we've listed some of our favourite luxury villas across the globe that you can actually rent.

Holidaypiratescom • 31st August 2019

Back to nature: Italy lakeside glamping in Liguria

This quirky glamping pad in the scenic Ligura region in the north of Italy really takes you back to nature. You'll be sleeping in a cosy bell tent with a cute adjoining rustic barn fitted with a countryside kitchen, and an al-fresco bathroom with a squat toilet (breezy no doubt, now how liberating is that?!) Plus, the stunning free-standing outdoor bath-tub overlooks a quiet lake making for memories of a lifetime.

Holidaypiratescom • 16th August 2019

Gorgeous Barefoot Beach House break in East Sussex

Wake up to the sound of waves lapping up on shore staying in the gorgeous Barefoot Beach House right on the dunes of Camber Beach. Situated in an idyllic location overlooking the sea, this beautiful beachside escape has been tastefully decorated and comes with all your luxury mod-cons – and it can sleep up to 8 people and 2 four-legged friends!

14th August 2019

Gorgeous Korcula villa w/ infinity pool & private beach

Take your squad to this absolutely stunning designer villa that we've spotted on the island of Korcula in Croatia. Here you'll be flanked by crystal clear waters right by the beachfront, with a 300m² top-modern space and private infinity pool at your disposal. Oh, and you can dive straight into the sea from your own little beach deck!

The gorgeous Villa Opus occupies a prime posItion right by the beachfront in Korcula and has been meticulously decked out with all the amenities you could possibly want, for a luxurious and relaxing stay in the company of family and friends. It boasts sleek interiors, a gorgeous infinity pool wrapped by a terrace, sauna, an open plan kitchen/living space and 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. What's more, steps lead down to an incredible beach deck, linked to a private yacht mooring, where you can dive straight into the sea!

HolidayPirates • 9th November 2017

Paris' coolest hotel: 4* design hotel featuring unique Ice Bar

We've laid eyes on the design-led, super innovative 4* Kube Hotel Paris, boasting state of the art amenities and sleek Scandinavian-inspired design. Think spacious, luxurious rooms that you enter through a digital fingerprint system (just like James Bond), "floating beds" with cool LED-backlighting and cube-shaped nightstands. The highlight, however, is the exclusive Ice Cube Bar – Paris only ice bar – which changes look and decor every year.

HolidayPirates • 26th October 2017

5* Phuket holiday: Condé Nast's hottest hotels list

The absolutely unique 5* Keemala spa resort is pretty as a picture, situated on dreamy Kamala Beach in Phuket, offering next level luxury (and when we say next level, we mean tree top level..!) and has notably been featured in Condé Nast's hottest hotels list. There's a gorgeous spa and fine dining here and you can choose from a range of accommodation including a Clay Pool Cottage, Tree Pool House, a Tent Pool Villa and the luxurious Bird's Nest Villa – all exquisitely designed with their own private pools, immersed in tropical rainforest.