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oneva in Aqua is a pioneering luxury cruise concept from the
Soneva Group. Soneva in Aqua, which is based at Soneva Fushi
in the Maldives, will further elevate the guest experience by
offering the option of a boat villa which will combine all the benefits of
this iconic resort’s services and amenities with the freedom and
exclusivity associated with a private boat charter.
The ultra-luxurious and highly refined yacht measures 19.25 metres in
length and 6.40 metres wide with a cruising speed of 6 knots. Whilst
supported by engine power, the yacht’s mainsail will rely on nature to
provide the majority of its energy. The boat has a maximum occupancy
of four guests to provide the ultimate sense of exclusivity and privacy
whilst offering intelligent luxury of the highest international standard.
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Trips of a lifetime
I
ndulge in the rich produce of one of the oldest and best-preserved estates in Italy. Rosewood Castiglion del
Bosco, in the heart of the Val d’Orcia, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a true “one-of-a-kind” resort, where
the bucolic lifestyle of the Tuscan countryside immerses the fortunate visitor. The 800-year-old estate
comprising the ruins of a castle, a medieval church, and the Borgo, a village that was once an important farming
and social hub. The Borgo now forms the heart of the resort and 23 suites are housed within its buildings. The
resort also offers 10 villas which have been created from restored farmhouses. There are two restaurants as well
as an acclaimed cookery school, an 18-hole championship golf course and an indulgent spa. The estate is a
historic winery and the fifth biggest producer of Brunello di Montalcino, grown on fifty-one hectares of its
vineyard. For a truly unique Tuscan treat why not consider a visit to the estate during the mild autumn
months for a first-hand insight into the harvesting of the grapes and the chance to hunt for the most
prized of fungi, black and white truffles. Join a local truffle experts with their highly-trained sniffer dogs
in the search followed by a mouth-watering tasting of fresh truffles.
Fine Wine and Truffle Hunting
Harvesting the treasures of Montalcino at Rosewood Castiglion del Bosco
Exploring the Atolls of the Maldives
Bespoke cruising aboard Soneva in Aqua