Luxury Resort Operator The Lux Collective Shines With Nine Forbes Travel Guide 2025 Star Awards

The Lux Collective’s portfolio of resorts and spas has once again been recognised amongst the best in the world by the 2025 Forbes Travel Guide. Across the global hospitality group, The Lux Collective has been awarded nine prestigious Forbes Travel Guide Star Awards, including four highly coveted Five-Star awards.

The reimagined LUX* Belle Mare and vibrant LUX* South Ari Atoll have emerged as Five-Star award winners for the second consecutive year, alongside the three-time winner - ultra-luxury flagship resort LUX* Grand Baie and its LUX* ME Spa at LUX* Grand Baie. At the same time, sister resorts and spas including LUX* Le Morne, LUX* Grand Gaube, SALT of Palmar, LUX* ME Spa at LUX* Belle Mare and LUX* ME Spa at LUX* South Ari Atoll have also secured distinguished Forbes Star-Rated accolades.

Forbes Travel Guide is the world-acclaimed authority on excellence in hospitality and the Five-Star rating is the hospitality industry’s most prestigious recognition of quality. The rigorous process sees anonymous professional inspectors evaluate hotels based on up to 900 objective standards with an emphasis on service, experience and facilities. Wellness and sustainability are also factored into the final rating. These accolades have cemented The Lux Collective’s reputation as a renowned global luxury resort operator of choice.

“We congratulate the team members and leadership across the portfolio of The Lux Collective resorts and spas for another year of outstanding service” said Amanda Frasier, President Standards & Ratings, Forbes Travel Guide. “In a year when the demand for more adventurous travel to eco-friendly destinations continues to dominate, the Group sets itself apart offering environmentally-conscious meaningful experiences without compromising luxury service.”

“We are truly honoured to achieve nine prestigious Star Awards across our growing portfolio. These awards are testimonials to our unwavering commitment to deliver industry-leading service, as we curate Life Extraordinary experiences and make each moment matter in line with our brand promise. With a number of new exciting resorts set to open across the world these few years, we are thrilled to expand our Group’s global footprints,” said Olivier Chavy, Chief Executive Officer of The Lux Collective.

Leading the luxury frontier, LUX* Grand Baie is located in the north of Mauritius, on one of the island’s best beaches. This boutique-style ultra-luxury resort, designed by Mauritian architect Jean-Francois Adam with UK celebrity designer Kelly Hoppen, offers a spectacular setting coupled with Extraordinary Experiences – from creative dining concepts to state-of-the-art wellness and fitness facilities. With wellbeing as a core DNA, LUX* ME Spa at LUX* Grand Baie spans across four levels with chic interiors, cutting-edge technology and ancient wellness wisdom from the East and West. It offers unique hydrothermal therapy experiences, eight spacious treatment rooms with high-tech beds and signature treatments. Additionally, LUX* ME Fitness offers the Indian Ocean’s first outdoor rooftop wellness experience, Muscle Up on the Roof, featuring two 30-metre Olympic-standard running tracks.

Reopened in October 2023, LUX* Belle Mare is situated on the island’s wild east coast, near the quaint village of Belle Mare. Located on one of the most impressive coastlines in the Indian Ocean, the resort features minimalist design, an iconic beach, a one-of-a-kind collection of Extraordinary Experiences and transformative wellness journeys centred around the five elements at LUX* ME Spa. It offers innovative culinary experiences – from Amari by Vineet, headed up by the first Indian Michelin-starred Chef Vineet Bhatia to the much-loved Duck Laundry, offering modern Chinese dishes and authentic tasting menus.

LUX* South Ari Atoll in the Maldives features a variety of activities full of fun and modern soul, including gastronomic dining at any of the eight restaurants, adrenaline-rushing water sports, partaking in marine conservation to relaxing in the overwater villa. One of its newest accommodation offerings, the Romantic Beach Pool Villas are intimate thatched bungalows set moments away from a private shoreline. The resort is a romantic escape for honeymoons and sustainable weddings.

Curated for mindful luxury travellers, the serene beachfront resort LUX* Le Morne in Mauritius embodies contemporary tropical island lifestyle paired with immersive experiences. Situated at the foot of Le Morne mountain (UNESCO Heritage Site) and only 15 minutes from the Black River Gorges, it is within easy reach of some of the best hiking trails and with exclusive access to the most sought-after sunset spots and lagoons.

LUX* Grand Gaube is an eclectic lifestyle resort set on a secluded peninsula on the northern coast of Mauritius. Another work of art by British designer Kelly Hoppen and Mauritian architect Jean-François Adam, the property showcases everything the island has to offer - from two beaches, gourmet dining destinations, including the award-winning INTI Peruvian restaurant, to adventurous activities such as helicopter and seaplane rides.

At the colourful and design-inspired resort, SALT of Palmar is an adults-only beach paradise for solo and couple adventurers. Infusing modern explorers with meaningful travel experiences, it is the first Design Hotels’ member in Mauritius. Guests are immersed in the heart of Mauritian life to connect directly with locals via the Skill Swap programme - inspired by the sustainability ethos to take guests to people, not just places.

These recognitions firmly position The Lux Collective at the forefront of the luxury hospitality industry, spotlighting the Group’s passion as a global hospitality management company, which provides awe-inspiring travel experiences for today’s discerning guests.
To discover exceptional experiences and for resort reservations, please visit https://www.luxresorts.com/ and https://www.saltresorts.com/

Top Luxury Holiday Destinations For This Summer

If you’re going on holiday this summer, you should do so in style – here’s a round-up of the top four holiday destinations if you’re craving luxury and exclusivity.

The Maldives

With over a thousand islands dotting the Indian Ocean, there’s no shortage to choose from. Perhaps because of their exclusivity, the Maldives are a favored destination of celebrities—Katie Holmes and Tom Cruise honeymooned here, and Beyoncé and Jay-Z chartered a yacht to explore the islands.

If like, 99.9% of the population, the notion of crystalline clear waters, charming thatched roofs and a thirty-degree year-round temperature sets the pulse racing, the Maldives are for you.

In the Maldives, the five-star resorts that are car-free and feature seamless transitions for sea to shore, are the icing on the cake.

Florida

For tropical gorgeousness and celebrity appeal, Florida is a luxury destination closer to civilization.

Miami has a legendary nightlife frequented by hip-hop moguls, pop stars, and high flyers, and Florida’s stretch of coastline offers numerous opportunities to book a luxury hotel with its own beach.

The idyllic Sandpiper Bay is one of Florida’s more alluring spots. You can visit Florida with Club Med for an all-inclusive vacation at this exclusive resort.

Ecuador

If you haven’t yet heard, the jungle may beat the beach as the new exotic destination. While the joys of sandy beach may become monotonous after a few days, the Amazonian jungle is a constant source of wonder.

Ecuador’s small patch of Amazon is the most biodiverse on the planet, and the opportunities to immerse yourself in wildlife are many.

There are bird-watching ventures, boat excursions down the Amazon and night tours where you can encounter even more species.

Luxury lodges with accompanying spas and all-inclusive packages have developed across Yasuni National Park and the Napo River Valley, so there are plenty of opportunities to arrange a luxury holiday in the jungle.

The Amalfi Coast

A classic destination for ancient Romans and modern movie stars alike, the Amalfi Coast is a continental favourite for those craving stunning settings, famously fantastic food and a location with historical and cultural importance.

The Roman emperor Tiberius built his summer villa at Capri, and Pompeii was known as the playground for wealthy Romans until Vesuvius erupted and buried it in volcanic ash.

In the fifties and sixties, classic movie stars like Sophia Loren and Paul Newman chose Amalfi as their favored holiday spot.

The Amalfi may not look exactly as it did a couple of thousand years ago, but the stunning cliffs, charming towns and Neapolitan cuisine that bring forth its legions of admirers haven’t disappeared.

Between private islands, remote jungle lodges and exclusive beaches, there are plenty of luxurious options for you to choose from. The hardest part will be making that choice.

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