TWO FOR THE ROAD

The allure of travel returns with the progressive easing of travel restrictions. If you want to test the waters, here are some top options for intimate getaways.

THE MALDIVES Country Categorisation: Category 2 with VTL in place

Famous for pristine beaches and turquoise waters, the Maldives is a perfect place to unwind in exclusive tranquillity. Known as the ultimate island paradise destination, it offers plenty of opportunities for relaxing on the beach or inspecting the marine wildlife underwater. Nights are best spent on candlelit dinners under the stars.

ARGENTINA Country Categorisation: Category 2

Known for its wine and spectacular terrains, Argentina is an ideal destination for couples seeking a dose of active and gourmet adventures, from a guided tour of Iguazu Falls, a trip to Mendoza to explore the vineyards while learning more about the local winemaking process, and on to Bariloche in Argentina’s Lake District for the outdoors and active holidays. A slower pace of life can also be had on the hiking trails that traverse the surrounding wilderness or a kayak drifting on the serene lake.

EGYPT Country Categorisation: Category 2

Offering culture and history against a backdrop of the Mediterranean and the desert, Egypt is perfect for couples on the hunt for a luxury cultural adventure or an interesting yet relaxing trip. Return to Egypt’s ancient past by exploring intricate ruins and colossal icons including the Great Pyramids, the Sphinx, and the Abu Simbel temples. On cooler months, take a cruise down the Nile on a luxury riverboat and take in the fertile shorelines dotted with little villages and pictures of Egyptian life.

SRI LANKA Country Categorisation: Category 2 with VTL in place

Before it was Ceylon, Sri Lanka was Serendib, from which the word ‘serendipity’ was derived. Experience serendipity with a wildlife twist by spotting the elusive leopards on a safari or a sunrise hot air balloon ride in the Cultural Triangle. Stay at the finest boutique accommodations such as a hotel built over a wetlands area and a colonial manor house that is the perfect luxury hideaway. Depending on the time of the year, a private catamaran can take you to see the whales and the dolphins.

SWEDEN Country Categorisation: Category 2

A traveller’s paradise, Sweden is home to an array of landscapes – from dense pine forests and craggy mountains of the north, to the rolling hills and golden beaches of the south. In between are the stylish cities of Gothenburg and Stockholm. Begin in Stockholm on a private tour with a Scott Dunn expert local guide before heading to the Swedish Lapland and checking into Treehotel, a unique design-led hotel. Trawl through the snow-covered forests on a husky dog sled ride, go ice-fishing or embark on a Nordic ski tour. At night, dine on top of a frozen lake in a heated tipi and wish for the Northern Lights. Otherwise, unwind in a luxurious outdoor Jacuzzi® whilst admiring the Arctic scenery with a glass of wine. *Category 2 refers to General Travel Category. The following are required for entry and exit in and out of these destinations:

• Pre-Departure Test 2 days before departure • 7-day Stay Home Notice

• COVID-19 PCR test to exit SHN

(Stay Home Notice)

Information and images courtesy of Scott Dunn (www.scottdunn.com), a leading provider of a full suite of luxury travel services.