NOW OPEN: FERGUS STYLE PUNTA ARABÍ FERGUS Hotels has officially opened the doors to its newest property: FERGUS Style Punta Arabi, a four-star hotel located in Es Canar on Ibiza’s eastern coast. The 329-room hotel promises a stylish Mediterranean retreat against the backdrop of one of the island’s most iconic cultural landmarks. Nestled within the grounds of the Punta Arabí Hippy Market, the hotel offers guests the chance to experience the slower, more authentic side of Ibiza. Set on a spectacular cliff, guests can enjoy direct access to the sea and is just a ten-minute stroll from the beach, with Ibiza Airport a convenient 30-minute drive away. The hotel also boasts an indoor gym with exercise, stretching and pilates equipment, and fitness-focused amenities support guests who want to stay active while soaking up the sun. Visit fergushotels.com MINOS PALACE RESORT, UNVEILS SIGNATURE SCIENTIFIC PROGRAMMES FOR LONGEVITY Five-star Minos Palace Resort in Crete, a member of Bluegr Hotels & Resorts, has unveiled five signature personalised longevity programmes; available to guests at its revolutionary Nao longevity hub, which opened in May ‘25. As Greece’s newest luxury wellbeing destination, Nao, integrates ancient healing practices with advanced diagnostics and treatments to target the 12 Hallmarks of Ageing. Created by a scientific board, what sets Nao apart, is its unique suite of advanced treatments, which are seamlessly integrated with mindfulness and self-mastery coaching, to support emotional wellbeing and behaviour change. With a choice of one, three, five, seven, and 14-day programmes, Nao is committed to offering tailored itineraries to suit guests at every stage of their longevity journey. Visit minospalace.com A MICHELIN-STARRED CHEF, TOM AIKENS, HEADLINES CULINARY PROGRAMME For discerning travellers seeking a rare blend of gastronomic brilliance and barefoot island luxury, InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort is set to serve up its most exceptional festive season yet. From 26th December 2025 to 6th January 2026, the five-star retreat will welcome Michelin-starred chef, Tom Aikens, for an exclusive 12-day residency — a once-in-a-lifetime experience for food lovers. As the youngest British chef ever to be awarded two Michelin stars, Tom Aikens is revered for his ingredient-led, deeply personal approach to modern European cuisine. Now, guests of InterContinental Maldives can savour his creations in a series of immersive culinary events — all set against the breathtaking turquoise waters of the Raa Atoll. Tom will take over the resort’s signature overwater restaurant, The Lighthouse, curating two unique multi-course tasting menus served across four gala evenings. He will also host an intimate cooking class, a one-night-only private yacht dinner for two, and a finale beachside buffet experience, bringing his creativity to life. Visit ihg.com/intercontinental VIRGIN LIMITED-EDITION UNVEILS THE NEW LOOK OF MAHALI MZURI Mahali Mzuri, Sir Richard Branson’s luxury tented safari camp in Kenya’s famed Maasai Mara, and part of the Virgin Limited Edition collection, has officially re-opened following a full interior re-design. Mahali Mazuri, meaning ‘beautiful place’, was born out of a passion to conserve the under-threat route of the Great Wildebeest Migration, in 2013. Today, with a refreshed look and feel – its 12 luxury tented suites retain their iconic peaked roofs, while the new addition of floor-to-ceiling glass windows provides guests with ultimate panoramic views. The design of each tented suite, created in partnership with Lynne Hunt London, has been inspired by Maasai craftsmanship and the local culture, which is an integral part of Mahali Mzuri’s DNA. Contemporary African design blends seamlessly with a collection of artworks by East African artists; along with accents of intricate Maasai beadwork in the accessories and soft furnishings. Visit virginlimitededition.com HONEYMOON NEWS 85
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