![A woman with long hair and a hat leans back on the Observation Car deck rails, gazing at the Andean grasslands and hills.](https://img.belmond.com/f_auto/t_320x222/photos/aep/aep-gst-observation-car09.jpg)
Discover a new pace of travel
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New from Belmond
Introducing Britannic Explorer, our new luxury sleeper train
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TRAINS
Introducing Britannic Explorer, our new luxury sleeper train
See Britain through new eyes aboard the first ever luxury sleeper train in England and Wales. Paying homage to the Great British tradition of touring, the Britannic Explorer celebrates the art of slow travel, preserving Britain’s pioneering railway history while ushering in a new era of culture and creativity.
Discover Villa Beatrice, Your New Majestic Summer Residence
![Restored family palazzo Villa Beatrice rises from terraced gardens and pine trees to claim a romantic Riviera lookout.](https://img.belmond.com/f_auto/t_480x417/photos/spl/spl-spv-ext08.jpg)
Portofino
Discover Villa Beatrice, Your New Majestic Summer Residence
A historic place once known as Castello Odero, Villa Beatrice is our panoramic private summer residence in Portofino, commanding breathtaking views of Liguria and the bay of Paraggi.
At the Villa, a dedicated butler, your own private chef, and wellness team will ensure that nothing is left to desire. Join us as we craft your next holiday in Portofino.
Meet Dominique Crenn, Culinary Curator of Les Bateaux Belmond
![Chef Dominique Crenn, with short brown hair, wears chef whites and a big smile as she stands in front of ingredient shelves.](https://img.belmond.com/f_auto/t_480x417/photos/aif/aif-stf-chef-dominique-crenn02.jpg)
DINING
Meet Dominique Crenn, Culinary Curator of Les Bateaux Belmond
In 2025, join us as we welcome Dominique Crenn, chef and owner of the three-Michelin-starred Atelier Crenn in San Francisco.
Drawing on her French upbringing, Dominique’s arrival onboard Les Bateaux Belmond marks the start of a unique collaboration with our boats’ chefs in Burgundy, Champagne and the South of France to craft elevated menus for each region we explore.
WORLD'S 50 BEST HOTELS
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WORLD'S 50 BEST HOTELS
We are delighted to share that two Belmond properties have been listed in the World’s 50 Best Hotels 2024.
Ranked at No. 18, Maroma is the beating heart of the Riviera Maya nestled between the jungle and wide-open sea. With pioneering wellness experiences, contemporary Mexican dining and traditional Mayan design, it is a storied hideaway waiting to be discovered.
Ranked at No. 28, Mount Nelson is our joyful home of Cape Town. Nestled between Table Mountain and the vibrant city, the blushing pink façade of ‘The Nellie’ has been captivating visitors for years as we celebrate our 125th birthday.
L'Observatoire Suite
![A living area with flowing lines and intriguing spaces accommodates a day bed, two yellow seats, dining table and library.](https://img.belmond.com/f_auto/t_480x417/photos/vso/vso-carriage-l-observatoire13.jpg)
VENICE SIMPLON-ORIENT-EXPRESS
L'Observatoire Suite
L’Observatoire is an entire carriage for exclusive use on board the legendary Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, imagined by the pioneering French artist and photographer JR.
Launching in April 2025, L'Observatoire is an artwork in motion that pays tribute to the train's rich history of timeless crafts. Drawing inspiration from astronomical observatories and Renaissance Europe’s cabinets of curiosity, the sleeper carriage has been meticulously curated by JR, replicating the spirit of his Parisian art studio.
BROWSE OUR LATEST OFFERS
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THE SUITE LIFE IN AMALFI
Book one of our Suites at Caruso, and enjoy an indulgent sunset aperitivo on a boat in Amalfi.
Take me there![An image of a young dark-haired Chef Raymond Blanc on the garden steps of Le Manoir Aux Quat'Saisons, in jeans and whites.](https://img.belmond.com/f_auto/t_320x399/photos/mqs/mqs-his03.jpg)
40 Years of Le Manoir
Join us at our Oxfordshire hotel to mark 40 years of unparalleled hospitality and gastronomic excellence.
Take me there![A man in a white robe and slippers reclines in a lounger on the deck of his accommodation, gazing at a passing elephant.](https://img.belmond.com/f_auto/t_320x399/photos/saf/saf-sel-ext-view03.jpg)
COMPLIMENTARY SAFARI NIGHT
Book 6 nights and only pay for 5 when staying between our two Belmond Safaris lodges in Botswana.
Take me there![Aerial view of a sprawling castle with an outdoor pool and open-air amphitheatre](https://img.belmond.com/f_auto/t_320x399/photos/cdc/cdc-ext01.jpg)
DISCOVER TUSCANY
Enjoy extra indulgence at Castello di Casole — the perfect base from which to fall in love with wild Tuscany.
Take me there![Watched over by a bank of towering palms, a woman stands in the pool alone, smoothing her hair as ripples fan out around her.](https://img.belmond.com/f_auto/t_320x399/photos/mar/mar-gst-pool36.jpg)
Mexico Spa Retreat
Escape to Mexico’s golden shores for authentic relaxation and mindful indulgence at Maroma in the Riviera Maya.
Take me thereTHE SUITE LIFE IN AMALFI
Book one of our Suites at Caruso, and enjoy an indulgent sunset aperitivo on a boat in Amalfi.
Take me there40 Years of Le Manoir
Join us at our Oxfordshire hotel to mark 40 years of unparalleled hospitality and gastronomic excellence.
Take me thereCOMPLIMENTARY SAFARI NIGHT
Book 6 nights and only pay for 5 when staying between our two Belmond Safaris lodges in Botswana.
Take me thereDISCOVER TUSCANY
Enjoy extra indulgence at Castello di Casole — the perfect base from which to fall in love with wild Tuscany.
Take me thereMexico Spa Retreat
Escape to Mexico’s golden shores for authentic relaxation and mindful indulgence at Maroma in the Riviera Maya.
Take me there![Waiter in a navy suit descending steps with a tray of drinks by a wall lined with pink peonies](https://img.belmond.com/f_auto/t_640x444/photos/ght/ght-din-bar19.jpg)
Travel, Lifestyle, Culture
BELMOND STORIES
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