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Imagine a zoo where all the humans are caged while the animals roam free. This is just one of the many ground-breaking concepts manifesting in the form of the World Wild resort designed by architect Bill Bensley. Bill is a renowned architect who has created some of the world’s most iconic hotels, resorts, spas, homes, and even palaces, … Continued

InterContinental Danang has been awarded 7 accolades by World Travel Awards 2020.  1. Asia’s Leading Luxury Resort 2020 2. Asia’s Most Romantic Resort 2020 3. Asia’s Leading Green Resort 2020 4. Asia’s Leading Luxury Hotel Villa 2020: Bai Bac Villa 5. Asia’s Leading Fine Dining Hotel Restaurant 2020: La Maison 1888 6. Vietnam’s Leading Luxury … Continued

Retreating in the wilderness has plenty of benefits. Being surrounded by nature brings a sense of calm which differs from the bustle of metropolitan cities. With luxury lodges cropping up in the most beautiful rainforest destinations, there is now an abundance of options for healthy holiday hunters to unwind in the beauty of the most … Continued

It’s hard to select just one highlight of a stay at Shinta Mani Wild, the luxury Cambodian jungle camp designed by architect-turned-conservationist Bill Bensley. There is the exhilarating zipline entry to the camp, and the indulgent tree-shrouded villas with their outdoor vintage bathtubs overlooking the river. There are the complimentary daily spa treatments, and excursions that … Continued

Siem Reap, of Angkor fame, has a very special place in our hearts. It is arguably the place where over a decade ago, the idea of OutThere was first conceived (although Praslin in the Seychelles may beg to differ). So our return to the city as the inaugural guests of Bill Bensley’s first fully-managed luxury … Continued

Bensley Collection – Shinta Mani Wild won for its Architectural Design and Hotel de la Coupole – Mgallery won in the category of Interior Design.      

Deep in the South Cardamom Mountains in Cambodia you can jump on the back of a motorbike with an armed ranger and help protect the rainforest and local wildlife. The initiative is a partnership between luxury tented camp experience Shinta Mani Wild and not-for-profit conservation organisation Wildlife Alliance. The camp was built with the sole … Continued

Arriving at Shinta Mani Wild via a 400-metre zip line over the rushing Tmor Rung River is just the beginning. This luxury glamping site combines world-class design by Bill Bensley, impressive hospitality and excellent conservation chops to create a luxurious private sanctuary situated at the confluence of three Cambodian national parks: Kirirom, Boko and Cardamom.

Shinta Mani Wild – Bensley Collection featured on POLO Lifestyle The London Magazine AutumnWinter 2020 issue.

Sustainability is an increasingly common value in tourism, but many operators are now looking at regeneration as a post-pandemic model, with experiences that help restore their location. 

According to Bensley, building sustainable hotels is not only better for the environment, but can also increase a hotel’s profits over time. Unfortunately, there’s a common misconception that building green is inherently more expensive and a lack of knowledge about the effects of construction on climate change. “Most project owners don’t realize that the construction … Continued

Has the time spent at home (while the world was on pause) left you tired of looking at the same four walls and have you searching for interior design inspiration to revamp your home? Get inspired by some amazing accommodations from around the world. We’ve rounded up seven beautiful hotels that will create some serious … Continued