Inside the World’s Most Extravagant Travel Experiences
The pinnacle of wanderlust
Story by Lance Hanlin
When it comes to luxury travel, the journey is just as extraordinary as the destination. For those who believe in sparing no expense, the world offers a dazzling array of experiences so exclusive, so over-the-top, they feel almost dreamlike.
Charter your own superyacht
Lürssen’s Flying Fox
At 446 feet, Flying Fox is one of the largest yachts in the world, featuring two helipads, a two-story spa, a 40-foot pool and a staff of 55 ready to cater to your every whim. Available for charter starting at $4 million per week, this floating palace offers access to the world’s most secluded and stunning coastlines — all on your own terms.
Sleep on the edge of the world
White Desert’s Echo Camp, Antarctica
This futuristic camp offers a rare chance to sleep in luxury domes on the most remote continent. Accessible only by private jet from Cape Town, Echo Camp provides heated pods with floor-to-ceiling windows, gourmet meals and excursions to visit emperor penguins and ice tunnels. The cost is around $100,000 per person for a 7-day adventure.
A private jet world tour
Abercrombie & Kent
Imagine circling the globe in a custom-configured Boeing 757, complete with a personal chef, onboard concierge and lie-flat seats. Abercrombie & Kent’s “Around the World with Geoffrey Kent” journey whisks 50 travelers to exotic locales like Easter Island, Nepal and Rwanda, all while staying in five-star accommodations at every stop. Price tag? A cool $160,000 per person, and it sells out quickly.
The world’s most expensive safari
Roar Africa Emirates Executive Private Jet Safari
Designed for just 10 people, this $165,000-per-person experience delivers the Big Five in ultra-style. Guests travel across South Africa, Botswana, Kenya and Rwanda in a fully reimagined Emirates A319 Executive jet, staying at the most exclusive camps and lodges — think Singita, Angama Mara and more — with conservation experts guiding every moment.
Underwater suites
Atlantis, The Palm, Dubai
For those who prefer their luxury with a touch of fantasy, Atlantis’ Poseidon and Neptune underwater suites offer floor-to-ceiling windows that look directly into a 65,000-marine-animal aquarium. At around $7,000 per night, it’s a surreal, opulent immersion into another world, and, yes, a personal butler is included.
A private island buyout
Musha Cay, Bahamas
Owned by magician David Copperfield, Musha Cay offers the ultimate private island rental: $60,000 per night for you and up to 24 friends. Crystal-clear waters, 12 beaches, custom firework shows and a fleet of boats are just the beginning. Every detail is tailored to your whims, from curated menus to secret beach picnics accessible only by treasure map.
The grand suites
Venice Simplon-Orient-Express
There are train rides, and then there’s the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express. In its Grand Suites, travelers savor the golden age of rail, cocooned in wood-paneled luxury with butler service, caviar breakfasts and breathtaking scenery from Paris to Istanbul. Expect to spend upwards of $50,000 for this once-in-a-lifetime voyage.
