Travel Journal

Summer travel plans are taking shape across the Little Emperors team. Some are heading home, others ticking off long-awaited experiences or chasing the sun somewhere new.

In the world of luxury hotels, there are places that impress me, and then there are places that completely captivate me. The Four Seasons Hotel at The Surf Club in Surfside, Florida, belongs in the latter category.

If you’re thinking of visiting Sri Lanka, Aman has two excellent options, and they’re best experienced together. A few days at each strikes just the right balance.

Across Europe, some of the continent’s most sought-after hotels have quietly mastered the art of keeping both grown-ups and small people delighted.

That warm orange-peach façade with green shutters stops you in your tracks. A dreamy 18th-century villa straight out of an old-school Italian postcard. And then there’s that view...

Sometimes, the best kind of holiday is the one where you come home with something new – not a fridge magnet, but a new skill, a shift in perspective or a really great risotto technique.

From secluded château retreats to sun-dappled sanctuaries, these hidden gems invite you to slow down and indulge in extraordinary experiences you won’t find anywhere else.

Over the course of my trip, I had the opportunity to experience all three of their properties – Kuda Huraa, Landaa Giraavaru, and the private island of Voavah. Each one offers something entirely different.

Staying at The Mark feels less like checking into a hotel and more like stepping into an elegant private residence—one where every detail is meticulously curated, and every guest (including four-legged ones) is treated like royalty.

The Seychelles has no shortage of incredible places to stay, and I had the chance to experience some of the best. From barefoot luxury to sleek, modern resorts, each hotel had something special to offer.

The Greek Islands have cracked the code on living the good life, and with summer just around the corner, now is the perfect time to plan your Greek odyssey. From sun-kissed beaches to famous sunsets, these hotels are the best of the best.

Whether you’re a beginner, an expert or keen to earn your PADI certification, here’s where to stay when you want top-tier comfort and some of the best underwater sights on the planet.