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Located in Panama’s Unescodesignated Casco Viejo quarter, the Amarla Casco Viejo (pictured) is a boutique adult-only stay with just eight rooms. What’s more, its interior has been designed and made by local craftspeople, right down to the hand-painted coffee cups. amarla.pa

Kea Island in Greece’s Cyclades is home to the One&only Kea Island, a group of chic beachfront villas nestled on a secluded coastline. Just a short ferry from Athens, these one- and two-bed properties come with private pools and al-fresco dining areas overlooking the twinkling Aegean. oneandonlyresorts.com/kea-island

The Unesco-listed Al Balad neighbourhood in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, has breathed new life into three of its heritage properties, which have now been regenerated as hotels. The House of Jokhdar, Kedwan and Al Rayess have all been carefully restored using the talents of historians and locals to ensure their luxury interiors continue to reflect the historical layout and design.

As the latest addition to Spain’s state-run heritage hotel collection, Parador de Molina de Aragón expects to welcome guests to its newly built 22-room property by the end of 2024. Located in the lesservisited central Castile La Mancha region, it has incredible views of the nearby Molina de los Caballeros walled fortress. paradores.es/en

This state-of-the-art safari camp Atzaro Okavango lies in a private concession surrounded by the delta vegetation of Botwana’s famous wildlife area. Powered entirely by solar energy, guests will sleep in luxury tented accommodation with air-conditioning and private plunge pools. africanbushcamps.com