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20.06.2024 - 21:47 / breakingtravelnews.com
Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group’s branded collection of the world’s finest private vacation homes, chalets and mansions, comprises a hand-picked selection of exceptional homes, each chosen for its outstanding quality and sought-after location, while also providing personalised service and experiences in keeping with the legendary hospitality of the award-winning brand.
Following Mandarin Oriental Exclusive Homes’ successful debut in 2022, the Group continues to expand its collection of properties to new destinations, with the introduction of Villa Caldera, marking the first property in Greece on the sought-after island of Santorini. The summer collection offers a diverse range of homes, including an extraordinary Château overlooking Cannes, flawless contemporary villas along the French Riviera, an 18th-century estate in the heart of Costa Brava, exquisitely restored masserias in Puglia, a stunning property nestled in the hills of Marbella, and bohemian-style villas in the Balearics. Luxury travellers in search of a quintessential retreat will find idyllic homes in the heart of the English countryside. For those seeking winter sun, the portfolio offers exotic villas in the tropical paradises of Bali and Thailand.
Mandarin Oriental have collaborated with StayOne to identify and select only the finest homes in the most popular leisure destinations, each having been subject to rigorous quality and safety checks, befitting the Mandarin Oriental brand. The homes have been selected to suit different customer needs with the best locations chosen for beachside vacations, authentic cultural experiences, health and wellness, secluded intimacy, family-friendly attractions or parties.
“Following on from a successful launch in 2022, we are thrilled to continue to introduce new destinations and experiences for our Fans around the world. Working carefully with StayOne, we are delighted to expand the portfolio to include the renowned island of Santorini. Each property has been individually hand-picked for our discerning guests, to ensure they enjoy the exclusivity of a private vacation home with the reassurance of Mandarin Oriental’s reputation for excellence.” said Ersev Demiroz, General Manager, Mandarin Oriental Exclusive Homes.
“Our collaboration with Mandarin Oriental has created a unique offering in the luxury private home market, and we are delighted to welcome the extraordinary destination of Greece. Mandarin Oriental is a globally respected and trusted brand known for delivering legendary service. We are thrilled to work with them to expand this unique collection of exceptional homes, providing a tailored holiday experience for guests,” said Thomas Bennett, Co-founder & CEO, StayOne.
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