The Library · Issue Nº 04 · April 2026

The Travel Guides.

Hotel comparisons, destination intelligence and the points and cards reporting our readers actually book from.

Edited by Jack Williamson · 15 guides published · Independent · No paid placements

Section A · Pages 02–08

Destination guides.

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Maldives · Honeymoon

The 10 Best Maldives Honeymoon Resorts 2026

Forty seven personal stays. Ten resorts that genuinely deliver on a Maldives honeymoon, from Soneva Jani to Lily Beach.

May 2026

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Maldives · Planning

When to Visit the Maldives in 2026: Month by Month

Real weather data, peak vs off season pricing, manta and whale shark seasons, US flight scheduling tips for every month.

May 2026

Maldives

The 10 Best Overwater Villas in the Maldives 2026

From Soneva Jani to Conrad Rangali Island, an honest firsthand guide to the finest overwater experiences on earth. Ranked, reviewed and ready to book.

March 2026

Santorini

The 10 Best Luxury Hotels in Santorini 2026

Every serious Santorini luxury hotel ranked by caldera views, private pool quality, TripAdvisor rating and honest value.

March 2026

Dubai

The 10 Best Luxury Hotels in Dubai 2026

From Burj Al Arab to Bvlgari Resort. Every five star landmark ranked with honest reviews and direct booking links.

April 2026

Morocco

The 10 Best Luxury Hotels in Morocco 2026

From Royal Mansour to Dar Ahlam. Marrakech riads, Atlas Mountain retreats and desert palaces ranked and reviewed.

April 2026

Kyoto

The 10 Best Luxury Hotels in Kyoto 2026: Ryokans, Aman and Beyond

From the ancient Tawaraya Ryokan to Aman's forest villas, Mitsui and Park Hyatt's Gion location. Every serious Kyoto hotel ranked.

March 2026

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Section B · Page 08

Hotel reviews & comparisons.

Comparison

Maldives vs Bora Bora Honeymoon 2026

The honest US comparison: real flight costs, total trip pricing, marine life, French dining, and the seasonal angle most travel agents skip.

May 2026

Comparison

Four Seasons Bali at Sayan vs Bvlgari Resort Bali: The 2026 Verdict

The world's No.1 ranked hotel against the most glamorous clifftop address in Bali. Pool, dining, spa, location and price, every dimension compared.

March 2026

TV Hotels

The White Lotus Effect: Inside the Real Hotels & What They Cost

Every real hotel from all four seasons of HBO's The White Lotus. Four Seasons Maui, San Domenico Palace Sicily, Four Seasons Koh Samui, Chateau de La Messardiere Saint-Tropez.

April 2026

Section C · Pages 09–10

New openings & roundups.

New Openings

The 10 Most Exciting New Luxury Hotels Opening in 2026

From Bvlgari Ranfushi in the Maldives to Capella Kyoto and the Four Seasons Mykonos. Every major 2026 opening ranked, reviewed and ready to book.

March 2026

Roundup

The 15 Best Luxury All Inclusive Resorts in the World 2026

Nihi Sumba, Jade Mountain, The Brando and more. Extraordinary all inclusive resorts where everything from gourmet dining to spa treatments is included.

April 2026

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All ten destinations.

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Section D · Pages 11–12

Points, loyalty & essentials.

Credit Cards

Best US Credit Cards for Luxury Hotel Travellers 2026

Amex Platinum vs Chase Sapphire Reserve vs Capital One Venture X. The 5 best credit cards for lounge access, hotel upgrades, and real-world value compared.

April 2026

Points & Loyalty

Qantas Frequent Flyer vs Velocity Points: The Australian Guide 2026

Which programme is actually worth your time? How to earn points faster than flying, the new Classic Reward search tool, and the premium cabin redemptions worth chasing.

March 2026

Travel Hack

Is Priority Pass Worth It in 2026? An Honest Review

We break down the real numbers on Priority Pass, who it makes financial sense for, and who should skip it entirely.

March 2026

Edited by Jack Williamson · Luxury Travel EditorIndependent · No paid placements · Updated April 2026

Destination guides.

The 10 Best Maldives Honeymoon Resorts 2026

When to Visit the Maldives in 2026: Month by Month

The 10 Best Overwater Villas in the Maldives 2026

The 10 Best Luxury Hotels in Santorini 2026

The 10 Best Luxury Hotels in Dubai 2026

The 10 Best Luxury Hotels in Morocco 2026

The 10 Best Luxury Hotels in Kyoto 2026: Ryokans, Aman and Beyond

Skip the terminal. Fly better.

Hotel reviews & comparisons.

Maldives vs Bora Bora Honeymoon 2026

Four Seasons Bali at Sayan vs Bvlgari Resort Bali: The 2026 Verdict

The White Lotus Effect: Inside the Real Hotels & What They Cost

New openings & roundups.

The 10 Most Exciting New Luxury Hotels Opening in 2026

The 15 Best Luxury All Inclusive Resorts in the World 2026

Points, loyalty & essentials.

Best US Credit Cards for Luxury Hotel Travellers 2026

Qantas Frequent Flyer vs Velocity Points: The Australian Guide 2026

Is Priority Pass Worth It in 2026? An Honest Review

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