The Dandelion Chandelier Luxury Travel Calendar highlights select luxury hotel and resort openings and new luxury travel experiences around the world in November 2018. For the rest of the Luxury Calendar, click here. For our list of the top 10 luxury travel destinations in November, click here.
In the spirit of the month, there are plenty of things to be thankful for in the world of travel in November. The start of ski season, for one, and the openings of the new Treeline Urban Resort in Cambodia, the long-awaited Six Senses Bhutan and the new luxury Lindis Lodge in New Zealand. But we must admit that we are especially excited and thankful for the return of many of our favorite resorts in the Caribbean after so many months of closure after the devastation of the hurricanes of 2017. Pack your bags, people.
Ponant’s Le Champlain takes its inaugural cruise from Honfleur to Lisbon as part of the company’s new Explorers Series – Oct 25 – Nov 1
Le Barthelemy Hotel in St. Barth’s has reopened following repairs and renovations from the 2017 hurricanes with the same timeless elegance and laid back luxury that this bespoke hideaway encapsulates
The much awaited the Hotel Fontenay has opened in Hamburg. The The 130 room hotel is located on the shores of Lake Alster and is covered with thousands of white porcelain tiles that reflect the waters of the lake and the fluid lines of the park that surround the hotel.
The new Hotel Fontenay Hamburg
Treeline Urban Resort opens this month on the banks of the Siem Reap River near Angkor, Wat the UNESCO World Heritage site in Cambodia’s filled with ancient Khmer temples – Nov 1
Treeline Urban Resort Siem Reap Cambodia
A new upscale beachfront oasis carved into Key Largo’s most lush and secluded region, debuts this fall. Baker’s Cay Resort is 200 room resort featuring a cozy library filled with vintage paperbacks, winding nature trails, a boating dock and a full pet-welcoming that includes doggie tikis, curated bone menus and more
In the book Four Seasons ($120), artist Ignasi Monreal’s sensational paintings capture the people who make the Four Seasons tick and the essential details they make it their mission to perfect, that place Four Seasons hotels and resorts in a class all their own
Qatar Airways has added a third daily flight to the Maldives. The new service to Malé Velana International Airport is part of the airline’s continued expansion in Asia
Want an insider look at some of the best mid-century modern architecture in Phoenix and Scottsdale? The iconic Hotel Valley Ho in Old Town Scottsdale, Arizona is launching the Insider Mid-Century Tour of Scottsdale this month
The Olea Hotel, located in Glen Ellen, California in the heart of Wine Country has reopened following the October 2017 Northern California wildfires
In Oman Al Bustan Palace has reopened following a period of extensive enhancements, which included redesigned rooms and suites, refreshed Ritz Kids experiences, and new culinary options
The Al Bustan Palace in Muscat, Oman
In Anguilla the CuisinArt Golf Resort & Spa is relaunching this month – Nov 1
If you’re looking for a tropical getaway in Southeast Asia to enjoy sun and sand without all the tourists, then Alila Villas Koh Russey, Bamboo Island is for you. Just 10 minutes by boat off the coast of Cambodia where the small island is blanketed in thick forest and beaches providing an idyllic respite from everyday life – Nov 1
Opening at the Conrad Maldives Rangali Island is The Muraka – a first-of-its-kind undersea residence where guests are fully immersed in the wonders of the abundant marine eco-system above and below the Indian Ocean
The long awaited Six Senses Bhutan opens up and is a collection of five boutique lodges set in the western and central valleys of Bhutan, each with its own character, environment and experiences – Nov 3
India’s first cruise service has started between Mumbai and Goa and is a joint venture between Mumbai Port Trust and Angriya Sea Eagle Pvt Ltd. The cruise ship Angriya has been named after first Maratha Navy Admiral (Sarkhel) Kanhoji Angre and the great Angria bank coral reef near Vijaydurg, Maharashtra
AccorHotels will debut its latest property, the 130 room SO/ Auckland
Travel through the most important periods of this great city and into all its boroughs, from Manhattan and Brooklyn to the Bronx and Queens to Staten Island with glimpses into its history and the development of its world- renown skyline with New York by New York ($250) – Nov 7
After acquiring and renovating legendary Caribbean resort Cap Juluca, Belmond is opening the Belmond Cap Juluca. With an “old-world travel” meets “new world comforts” vibe, the Greco-Moorish resort promises a relaxing escape on Maundays Bay. New features include a beachfront infinity-edge pool, ‘disappearing spa,’ rustic beach bar, and a variety of restaurants – Nov 17
This month in BVI the eco luxe Oil Nut Bay will open its brand new spa, with two treatment rooms, a blow dry bar, and manicure and pedicure lounges
One of the most revered names in luxury hospitality takes readers on an exhilarating journey throughout its world of timelessly sophisticated hotels in Soirees, Sojourns, and Stories: By Raffles ($100) – Nov 20
The Lindis in New Zealand opens this month. The new architecturally dynamic luxury lodge is located on New Zealand’s South Island in the Ahuriri Valley, North Otago. Sat on a 6000-acre plot of New Zealand’s finest wilderness and surrounded on three sides by conservation parks, guests will be treated to a truly luxury experience whilst being able to appreciate the peace, and enjoyment, of New Zealand’s wild side.
The iconic 5 star Hotel Hassler Roma, located atop the Spanish Steps, will mark its 125th anniversary with a grand celebration and an interactive exhibit of the hotel’s rich history. It’s our favorite hotel in Rome – Nov 28
The Tschuggen Grand Hotel in Arosa, Switzerland, a member of the Leading Hotels of the World, hosts its ninth annual Private Mountain event to kick off the 2018–2019 ski season with a day of exclusive access to the mountain for guests staying at the historic property. They’ll be among the first tracks on the runs that slice through the peaks of the Aroser Hörnil and Weisshorn mountain. When combined with the runs at Lenzerheide Urdenfürggli next door, Arosa offers up nearly 140 miles of on- and off-piste trails for nearly every skill level – Nov 30
Tschuggen Grand Hotel, Arosa, Switzerland
See other November 2018 Events:
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