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Travel + Leisure
08-07-2025
- Travel + Leisure
The Best Villa Company in the World for 2025 Is Right in the U.S.—With Rentals From Aspen to Hawaii
Multigenerational travel continues to boom, as millennials and Gen Z seek out opportunities to spend quality time with extended family. So it comes as no surprise that spacious vacation rentals remain in demand. When it comes to finding their platonic ideal, T+L readers turn to luxury villa agencies that excel in the three Ps: privacy, personalized service, and premium amenities. Whether they're seeking a modern ski-in/ski-out condo in Deer Valley, Utah, or a postcard-worthy Tuscan estate with a dedicated chef, discerning travelers know they can trust these companies to deliver expertly vetted options with a deep sense of place—and all the flourishes that put a trip over the top. Every year for our World's Best Awards survey, T+L asks readers to weigh in on travel experiences around the globe—to share their opinions on the top hotels, resorts, cities, islands, cruise ships, spas, airlines, and more. Nearly 180,000 T+L readers completed the 2025 survey. A total of more than 657,000 votes were cast across over 8,700 properties (hotels, cities, cruise lines, etc.). Luxury villa rental companies were specifically rated on the criteria below: Service Locations Amenities Range of properties Value For each characteristic, respondents could choose a rating of excellent, above average, average, below average, or poor. The final scores are averages of these responses. The third edition of this category sees four out of five honorees return, mainly owing to their outstanding portfolios and strength of service. Case in point: Villas of Distinction, which rose two spots to No. 3. Operating in more than 50 destinations worldwide, it has an extensive roster of 2,500-plus handpicked properties, including nearly 1,500 in the Caribbean alone. The team's high standards and attention to detail also make an impact. 'These villas are in some of the most beautiful places,' shares one traveler. 'They are well maintained and managed.' Last year's winner, Tuscany Now & More, slipped to the No. 2 spot, but the 35-year-old agency clearly continues to impress with its white-glove service. 'I have used them five times, and each time has been seamless,' says one T+L reader. 'We have utilized the chef services and have had some of the best meals—and memories—of our lives.' While most of this year's winners focus their efforts abroad, the new No. 1 takes a decidedly different approach. Read on for more about the dynamic villa rental agency helping clients maximize their trips to in-demand vacation spots in the United States. East West Hospitality The Great Room inside the Solaris Residences in Vail, Colorado. For almost 40 years, our No. 1 winner (and last year's runner-up) has delivered top-tier stays in Utah, Hawaii, California, and its home state of Colorado. Whether you prefer the mountains or the beach, the rentals available through East West put you in the thick of the action. In Aspen, Colorado, it might mean booking into a three-bedroom residence a block away from the Silver Queen Gondola that's also within easy walking distance of popular downtown bars and restaurants. In Waimea (also known as Kamuela), on Hawaii's Big Island, you could snag a five-bedroom estate at the Bluffs at Mauna Kea Resort to luxuriate in your own private garden while still enjoying all of the hotel's perks. No matter your choice, the company's local staff goes the extra mile to ensure a stress-free experience. 'Great customer service team was invaluable in helping me plan my family's reunion weekend,' says one T+L reader. 'I appreciated having live guest service when I needed it.' Great customer service team was invaluable in helping me plan my family's reunion weekend, I appreciated having live guest service when I needed it. — T+L Reader 1. East West Hospitality Reader Score: 98.27 2. Tuscany Now & More Reader Score: 98.00 3. Villas of Distinction Reader Score: 96.62 4. Thirdhome Reader Score: 95.72 5. Abercrombie & Kent Villas Reader Score: 94.12
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Travel + Leisure
23-06-2025
- Travel + Leisure
These New Waterfront Villas in Floria's Key West Have Private Pools, Personalized Concierge Service, and Some of the Best Views in Town
Lunara Bay is a collection of 26 waterfront homes in Key West, Florida, which feature four to eight bedrooms, private swimming pools, and ample outdoor spaces for entertaining. The sprawling residences boast curated art, custom millwork, spa-inspired bathrooms, gourmet kitchens, and an outdoor grill; some villas also have private docks and firepits. Each home is serviced by a concierge who can assist in planning excursions and tours, booking restaurant reservations, or arranging private chef-prepared dinners. Key West visitors have a new way to experience the destination, famous for its vast coral reefs teeming with tropical fish and rainbow-hued conch houses. Lunara Bay, a collection of 26 luxury waterfront estates, opens for stays starting July 1. The new four- to eight-bedroom private villas—the island's largest waterfront accommodations—are managed by travel platform Brightwild, which specializes in blending the comforts of a home with the service and design details of a five-star resort. 'When we started Brightwild, our mission was simple: connect people in real life,' Billy Spottswood, CEO of Brightwild, tells Travel + Leisure. 'We believed that travel, when done right, could bring people closer—not just to new places, but to each other. With Lunara Bay, we set out to bring that mission to life and went all in." Each family-friendly residence features a swimming pool surrounded by a lush lawn (and a fence, making it both child- and pet-friendly), spa-inspired bathrooms with rainfall showers, a gourmet kitchen equipped with a Viking range, and an outdoor grill. Many of the homes also have private docks and firepits. Each villa is designed with curated art, custom millwork, and ample outdoor spaces to entertain—or to fully lean into vacation mode with a book on a poolside lounger. Many of the villas have private docks. To make the most of a Lunara Bay stay, visitors can also work with a dedicated GEM or Guest Experience Manager—essentially a concierge who can come up with bespoke itineraries, plan excursions like guided fishing trips or family sandbar outings, and book coveted reservations to some of Key West's buzziest restaurants. These pros can also help ensure a smoother on-site stay for guests by pre-stocking their kitchen or arranging a private chef-prepared dinner. 'Our team of GEMS will be your guide and connection to the local culture,' Spottswood says. 'They will help guests plan the extraordinary, but we also know that unforgettable trips are shaped by the moments in between—the spontaneous ones, the shared laughter, the small joys that can't be planned but can be made possible." Nightly rates at Lunara Bay start from $1,200, and you can book your stay at
The National
17-06-2025
- Business
- The National
Five luxury villas to be built on plot sold for $100m in Dubai's Palm Jumeirah
Five luxurious villas will be built on land bought for Dh365 million ($99.4 million) on Dubai's Palm Jumeirah by developer 25 Degrees, as the emirate records growing demand for prime property. The 90,000 square foot plot of undeveloped land is located at the tip of a frond. Dubai-based 25 Degrees plans to build four luxury beach villas there, as well as a double-sized villa at the tip of the frond, it said in a statement. The property will have 120 metres of private beach, with the company aiming for a 'record-breaking sale'. 'Securing an undeveloped plot of land on the Palm is already a genuine rarity – let alone a spot at the tip of the frond, surrounded by sea views and open air. This is the height of exclusivity,' David von Rosen, co-founder of 25 Degrees, said. The company focuses on super-prime homes marketed to ultra-high-net-worth individuals (UHNWIs). The influx of wealthy people to the Emirates has supported the UAE's property market, which has been benefiting from government initiatives such as residency permits for retired and remote workers, expansion of the 10-year golden visa programme and overall growth in the country's economy. Dubai registered 111 sales of homes valued at more than $10 million in the first quarter of 2025, according to property consultancy Knight Frank. It marks the 'highest Q1 result on record' and a 5.7 per cent annual increase with a total value of $1.9 billion, Knight Frank said. Palm Jumeirah remained the top destination for $10 million-plus homes, with 34 transactions worth $562.8 million in the first quarter. Dubai also recorded 12 deals on homes valued at more than $25 million in the first quarter, deals which 'reflect continued appetite from global UHNWIs seeking one-of-a-kind trophy homes', Knight Frank said. Last year, Dubai was ranked first in the world, both in terms of the value and volume of $10 million-plus home sales, with 435 deals worth $7.1 billion. The UAE drew in 7,200 millionaires last year, building on an influx of 4,700 in 2023 and 5,200 in 2022, Knight Frank said, quoting data from Henley & Partners. The total number of dollar millionaires in the UAE stood at 130,500 at the end of December, ranking the Emirates as the 14th-largest wealth market. The latest sale of the land plot on Palm Jumeirah was brokered by Dubai Sotheby's International Realty, which claimed that it was the highest-value land deal recorded on the island this year. 'Palm Jumeirah unequivocally remains the ultimate address for Dubai's global elite,' said George Azar, chairman and chief executive of Dubai Sotheby's International Realty. 'As prime inventory continues to tighten, we anticipate land values and bespoke mansion prices will appreciate significantly in the years to come.' According to Dubai Sotheby's International Realty, in the January-May period of this year, prices in Palm Jumeirah surged by 18.92 per cent, despite a 14 per cent dip in transaction volume.
Arabian Business
16-06-2025
- Business
- Arabian Business
Dubai real estate: 25 Degrees secures $100mn Palm Jumeirah land deal for villa development
Dubai-based property developer 25 Degrees has completed a $100 million land acquisition on Palm Jumeirah, securing a 90,000 square foot plot at the tip of a frond. The undeveloped plot represents a rare opportunity on Palm Jumeirah, where most land has been built upon and freehold plots are tightly held. The transaction totalled 365 million dirhams, equivalent to nearly $100 million. $100mn Palm Jumeirah land deal 25 Degrees, co-founded by international investor and billionaire David von Rosen, specialises in developing properties for ultra-high-net-worth individuals (UHNWIs). The company achieved recognition last year with a $17 million villa sale, setting a record for a renovated Garden Home on the Palm. The developer plans to construct four beach villas on the newly acquired plot, alongside a double-sized villa positioned at the tip of the frond. This property will feature 120 metres of private beach and panoramic sea views. The land acquisition follows 25 Degrees' announcement of its collaboration with Killa Design, the architectural firm behind Dubai's Museum of the Future. The partnership aims to meet demand for properties driven by the influx of UHNWIs to Dubai. 'This is an exciting moment for 25 Degrees, and a major strategic milestone as we continue to expand our footprint across the prestigious Palm Jumeirah. Securing an undeveloped plot of land on the Palm is already a genuine rarity – let alone a spot at the tip of the frond, surrounded by sea views and open air. This is the height of exclusivity. Spanning 90,000-sq-ft, we're planning to build five new villas on this exclusive plot of land, one of which will be a double-sized beachfront villa. With 120 meters of its own private beach, we'll be eyeing up the possibility of another record-breaking sale. Above all, this plot is a blank canvas. It's an opportunity for us to carve out our vision for luxury living in Dubai, setting new standards and expectations for UHNWIs settling in the region,' David von Rosen, co-founder of 25 Degrees said. The development will comprise five villas in total, with the beachfront property positioned to potentially achieve another record-breaking sale, according to the company.
Zawya
12-06-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Egypt: TMG Holding targets $2bln in sales from Sharm Bay project
Arab Finance: Talaat Moustafa Group Holding rolled out plans for its Sharm Bay project in Sharm El Sheikh, which is expected to generate total sales of EGP 120 billion over its lifespan, as per a statement. The development scheme will feature around 3,000 residential units, including a mix of luxury villas and elegantly designed boathouses. The company targets an average net profit margin of 20% and a projected recurring income of EGP 30.2 billion after completing and operating the venture. The tourism resort will include a wide range of premium amenities, such as a world-class marina, high-end retail and entertainment venues, a wellness center, and sports facilities. Moreover, the Sharm Bay project will reinforce the group's position as a leading real estate, hotel, and resort company. © 2020-2023 Arab Finance For Information Technology. All Rights Reserved. Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
