The Ritz-Carlton, Fort Lauderdale

Fort Lauderdale, United States

Located directly on the beach, The Ritz-Carlton, Fort Lauderdale is an elegant retreat on Florida’s Gold Coast. Relax by the heated infinity pool or in the shade of an oceanfront cabana, and recharge in your spacious guest room with a balcony that overlooks the ocean or intracoastal waterway. Sumptuous marble bath features separate tub and shower and premium bath essentials. There is a full-service restaurant as well as a café poolside. Also on site is an expansive fitness center and full service spa.

We will begin and conclude our August 29-September 21, 2022, October 5-28, 2022 and March 14-April 6, 2023 programs at The Ritz-Carlton Fort Lauderdale.

Number of nights: 2

The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes, Florida

Orlando, Florida, United States

Inspired by the grand palazzos of Italy, The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes features sumptuous guest suites with spacious layouts, luxurious bathrooms, indulgent bedding, and walkout balconies. There is a large resort pool, lighted tennis courts, 18-hole golf course, and a 40,000 square foot spa as well as several dining options on-site. The hotel is just 15 minutes from Orlando International Airport.

We will begin our October 29 - November 21, 2022, December 29, 2022– January 21, 2023, October 5-28, 2023, December 30-January 22, 2024 programs at The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes.

Number of nights: 1

Four Seasons Hotel Miami

Miami, Florida, United States

Located in the heart of bustling Brickell, Miami’s downtown financial and cultural center, the Four Seasons Hotel Miami provides a luxurious urban retreat. Stylish and well-appointed guest rooms offer the very best in comfort and feature luxurious bedding, ample desk space and a sitting area as well as marble baths with the finest bath products. Unwind beneath the Florida sun at the two-acre rooftop pool terrace, surrounded by palm trees or enjoy a workout in the expansive Equinox gym located on-site. There are two restaurants including a farm-to-table steak house and a pool-side casual dining option. 

We will begin and conclude our February 15-March 9, 2024 program at the Four Seasons Hotel Miami.

Number of nights: 2

Belmond Monasterio

Cusco, Peru

Originally constructed over 300 years ago as the San Antonio Seminary, the Belmond Hotel Monasterio has been restored to provide all the luxury, ease, and comforts of a modern hotel property. Guest rooms reflect their origins as the home for the Jesuit seminarians, decorated in a combination of modern and traditional Spanish colonial styles. Set in the center of town, the hotel is surrounded by shops where you can find local handicrafts, textiles, and jewelry. All guest rooms are oxygen-enriched and equipped with a telephone, mini bar, in-room safe, cable television, and hair dryers. 

Accommodations at the Belmond Monasterio will be included on our December 2022 & December 2023 departures only.

Number of nights: 3

Belmond Palacio Nazarenas

Cusco, Peru

Built with local stone and adorned with Incan Art the Belmond Placio Nazarenas was originally constructed in the 17^th-century as a convent and has been painstakingly restored to feature 55-guest suites, all featuring the modern comforts with spacious bathrooms, luxurious bedding, a bar with espresso and tea service and  complimentary Wi-Fi. Guest rooms are also oxygen-enriched. There is a restaurant and lounge on site as well as a full service spa (treatments at an additional cost). A heated outdoor pool surrounded by a lush garden is a focal point in the main courtyard of this exceptional property.

Number of Nights: 3

Accommodations while in Cusco, Peru will be at the Belmond Placio Nazarenas except for our December 2022 & December 2023 departures where guests will be accommodated at the sister property Belmond Monasterio, located close by in historic central Cusco.

Number of nights: 3

Hotel Costa del Sol Trujillo Centro

Trujillo, Peru

Attentive and warm service greets guests to the North Coast of Peru at the Hotel Costa del Sol Trujillo Centro. With a prime location at the corner of the city’s main plaza, it is only 10 minutes away from the Incan Chan Chan ruins and the Sun and Moon Temples. The hotel features a variety of services and amenities, including a bar, restaurant, swimming pool, sauna, and fitness center. 

Number of nights: 2

Miraflores Park: A Belmond Hotel

Lima, Peru

Set in one of Lima’s most fashionable areas, the Miraflores Park takes you straight to the heart of all that's best about this great capital city. There are 89 suites, exceptional dining options and a full service lounge. Guest rooms are sumptuously appointed with all the modern amenities, plush bedding and spacious marble bathrooms. There is a full service gym, spa and a heated roof-top pool with stunning views of the Pacific coast. The Miraflores Park will accommodate guests returning from the North Coast of Peru optional program.

Number of nights: 1

Nayara Hangaroa

Easter Island, Chile

This property uses natural materials, such as cypress trunks and volcanic rock, to create seamless harmony with the landscape. The spacious sea view deck allows for peaceful stargazing and relaxation.

Number of nights: 2

Sofitel Fiji Resort & Spa

Nadi, Fiji

The beautiful waterfront resort unfolds across 26 acres of lush gardens with views extending across Nadi Bay. Every one of the 296 luxury rooms and suites faces the ocean. Fresh seasonal dining, proud displays of local Fijian culture, and an abundance of recreational facilities including a full spa await. 

Number of nights: 1

Pullman Sea Temple Resort & Spa

Port Douglas, Australia

Set on nearly 10 acres, the Pullman Port Douglas Sea Temple Resort & Spa features extensive gardens and water features, including a lagoon-style pool with waterfalls, pool bar, and direct beach access. Guest rooms are equipped with all the modern amenities and private balconies or terraces. 

Number of nights: 2

Raffles Grand Hotel d'Angkor

Siem Reap, Cambodia

Located just five miles from Angkor Wat, Raffles Grand Hotel d’Angkor hotel has been restored to its original colonial architecture and features steam baths, a stunning 35-meter lap pool, and shops full of local crafts. Rooms are appointed with high ceilings and four-poster bed. There is a full-service restaurant as well as a charming lounge on site. 

Number of nights: 3

Phum Baitang

Siem Reap, Cambodia

Located close to vibrant Siem Reap and ancient Angkor Wat, Phum Baitang offers unique and sumptuous individual guest villa accommodations that capture the essence of traditional Khmer homes, raised on stilts with high-ceilings, walls of woven bamboo, hand-picked antiques, beautifully aged wooden floors and shutters, all overlooking a storybook setting. There are two restaurants on site serving inspired Cambodian and International cuisine. The hotel’s spa, set amid tropical gardens, offers holistic treatments and therapies (services are at an additional charge) and there is also a spectacular resort-style pool for relaxing and refreshment.

Accommodations at Phum Baitang will be included while in Siem Reap, Cambodia on our December 29, 2022 – January 21, 2023 departure only.

Number of nights: 3

Rambagh Palace

Jaipur, India

Originally built in 1835, Rambagh Palace has stepped gracefully through many royal transitions—from the home of the queen’s favorite handmaiden, to royal guesthouse and hunting lodge and later as the residence of the Maharaja Sawai Man Singh II and his queen, Maharani Gayatri Devi. Today, this hotel offers 78 stunningly restored guest suites, which were the chambers of the former Maharaja. The palace retains its elaborate splendor, extravagantly decorated with hand-carved marble jalis or latticework, sandstone balustrades, cupolas, and chattris or cenotaphs, and elaborate Mughal Gardens. Each Palace guest room has been redesigned for comfort with a four-poster bed or twin bed, walk-in wardrobe, and a spacious bathroom. The property features several award-winning restaurants and a sprawling spa facility with a host of treatment options to choose from.

Number of nights: 2

Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti

Serengeti, Tanzania

Located within the Serengeti National Park, this lodge features 77 guest rooms, all with stunning views of the Serengeti plains. This property combines the intimacy of a lodge and the facilities expected of a much larger hotel, such as an infinity pool, restaurants serving a mix of African and international cuisine, a bar, a fitness center, a spa, and a Discovery center where you can learn more about the people and wildlife in the region. 
African textiles, local art, and grand four-poster beds draped in decorative mosquito netting create the ideal retreat after a thrilling African safari. Guest rooms offer en suite bathrooms with hair dryer, satellite TV and audio channels, and a deck for relaxing while looking for wildlife. 

We will be visiting Tanzania and staying at the Four Seasons Safari Lodge on our August 29-September 21, 2022, October 5-28, 2022, October 29 – November 21, 2022, March 14 – April 6, 2023, October 5 – 28, 2023, December 30, 2023-January 22, 2024 and our February 15-March 9, 2024 departures.

Number of nights: 3

&Beyond Ngorongoro Crater Lodge

Ngorongoro, Tanzania

Perched on the rim of the crater, the stilted mud and thatch suites at the andBeyond Ngorongoro Crater Lodge are elegantly decorated with hand-crafted woods, brick fireplaces, carved Zanzibari doors, Oriental rugs, chandeliers created by Masai women, leather armchairs and four-poster beds with electric blankets. Bathrooms include spacious showers and chandelier-lit bathtubs. Floor-to ceiling windows offer spectacular views. Each camp has its own sitting and dining areas and private butlers to provide warm, personalized service to each guest. 

We will be visiting Tanzania and will have the option to stay at &Beyond Ngorongoro Crater Lodge on our March 14 - April 6, 2023, October 5-28, 2023 and our February 15-March 9, 2024 departures.

Number of nights: 3

Neptune Ngorongoro Luxury Lodge

Serengeti , Tanzania

Featuring just 20 spacious cottages situated within lush, landscaped gardens and facing a forested hillside the Neptune Ngorongoro Luxury Lodge provides exclusivity and comfort in one of the world’s most fascinating regions. Each guest cottage has been created in a safari-lodge style with a small lounge, sizeable bedroom, dressing area, en-suite bathroom and a private terrace to take in the spectacular views. Accommodations also feature a fireplace in both the bedroom and living area. There is a restaurant, pool and spa on site (spa services are at an additional cost). 

Neptune Ngorongoro Luxury Lodge will accommodate guests on our August 29 - September 21, 2022, October 5-28, 2022, October 29 - November 21, 2022 and December 30, 2023-January 22, 2024 departures. 

Number of nights: 3

Angama Mara

Masai Mara, Kenya

Set on the edge of an escarpment, Angama Mara boasts views that stretch as far as the eye can see across the Masai Mara set 300 meters below. The elegant tented suites have been designed to make the most of the extraordinary views of the Masai Mara from every corner – from the bed, the bath, the sitting area, the shower. Spanning over 100 square meters, tented suites all include spacious decks for in-room dining, massage treatments and red rocking chair safaris. Private guest baths feature brass finishes, double vanity basins A handsome drinks cabinet, The writing desk with ample charging points and WiFi.  

We will be visiting Kenya and staying at Angama Mara Tented Camp on our December 29, 2022 – January 21, 2023 departure only. 

Number of nights: 2

Mövenpick Resort Petra

Petra, Jordan

The Mövenpick Resort Petra was chosen for its prime location just a short stroll from the entrance to Petra, one of the world’s most fascinating ancient cities. The property blends Middle Eastern craftsmanship with a more modern western design. Guest rooms feature contemporary furnishings and fixtures and spacious bathrooms. There are several dining options available including a casual coffee bar, lounge, poolside café and more formal restaurants offering a variety of fare.  

We will be visiting Jordan and staying at the Mövenpick Resort Petra on our August 29 - September 21, 2022, and March 14 - April 6, 2023 departures. 

Number of nights: 2

Discovery Bedu Camp

Petra, Jordan

Remote and secluded, these tented suites are tastefully decorated to blend in with the local surroundings and allow for mesmerizing views at sunset and spectacular stargazing at night. Each tented suite has a private deck with views of the stunning desert landscape, sand dunes, and mountains. The suites contain either a king size bed or two twin beds with a small sitting area as well as a space for luggage and a hanging closet. There are en suite bathrooms with hot & cold rain shower, a copper washbasin, and private flushable toilet. This tented camp is an upgrade option and is at an additional cost to the price of the trip. Your Smithsonian Journeys Private Jet Specialist will be delighted to provide you with full details of this offering.

We will be visiting Jordan and will have the option to stay at the Discovery Bedu Camp on our August 29 - September 21, 2022, and March 14 - April 6, 2023 departures.

See the Tripadvisor page for Discovery Bedu Camp.  

Number of nights: 2

Hilton Luxor Resort & Spa

Luxor, Egypt

Located on the banks of the Nile River, this property offers uninterrupted views of the city and is the ideal base to explore the region's rich and ancient culture. Facilities include fine restaurants, two infinity pools, and spa. The spacious guest rooms offer the comforts of home, including high speed Internet access, LCD TV, DVD player, hair dryer, and city or garden views.

We will be visiting Egypt on our October 5-28, 2022, October 29 - November 21, 2022, December 29, 2022-January 21, 2023, October 5-28, 2023, December 30, 2023-January 22, 2024 and our February 15-March 9, 2024 departures. 

Number of nights: 2

La Mamounia

Marrakech, Morocco

La Mamounia overlooks the famous Red Ochre Ramparts of Marrakech’s old city. This art deco palace is known for its interiors and architectural styling, as well as its ideal location at Avenue Bab Jdid. Guest rooms feature luxury amenities including a spacious bathroom with a separate shower stall, garden or mountain views, an in-room safe and a mini bar. This property features a luxury spa, swimming pool, gardens, gourmet restaurants, two lounges and fitness room. 

La Mamounia is offered as an accommodation option during our time in Marrakech on our August 29 - September 21, 2022, October 5-28, 2022, March 14 - April 6, 2023, October 5-28, 2023 and our February 15-March 9, 2024 departures.  

Number of nights: 2

Four Seasons Resort Marrakech

Marrakech, Morocco

Four Seasons Resort Marrakech features lofty views of the Atlas Mountains and sun-filled Marrakech. Luxury hotel rooms are as calming and secluded as they are inspiring and open. The resort also features five outstanding resort restaurants, bars, and trendy lounges.

Four Seasons Resort Marrakech is offered as an accommodation option during our time in Marrakech on our October 29 - November 21, 2022, December 29, 2022 - January 21, 2023 and our December 30, 2023-January 22, 2024 departures. 

Number of nights: 2

La Maison Arabe

Marrakech, Morocco

Experience the soul of Moroccan hospitality at this luxurious riad-hotel set in the heart of the ancient medina of Marrakech. An authentic haven of tranquility that echoes the city’s rich history, heritage, and culture. The hotel features just 32 rooms and suites, charming havens of comfort and refinement, which are set around the patio or on the garden side of the hotel, or in the privacy of the adjoining douiria. Guest rooms are each unique in layout and design, combining contemporary elegance with Moroccan decorative elements. Most have a fireplace and a private balcony or terrace where you can enjoy a drink under the stars. Bathrooms are crafted from Moroccan marble and granite. 

La Maison Arabe is offered as an accommodation option during our time in Marrakech on our October 5-28, 2022, October 29 - November 21, 2022, October 5-28, 2023, December 29, 2022 - January 21, 2023, December 30, 2023 - January 22, 2024, and February 15 - March 9, 2024 departures. 

Number of nights: 2

White Camel Tented Camp

Marrakech, Morocco

Overlooking rolling hills, magnificent canyons, and the flickering lights of Marrakech and surrounded on all sides by breathtaking desert landscape this luxurious campsite provides an unforgettable experiences under the desert stars. Featuring 20 luxuriously designed tents, each features a comfortable king or twin size bed and is decorated with customized wooden furniture with a mix of traditional Berber and modern Moroccan design. Tents are equipped with a hot water shower, toilet, and sink. Outside, a private wooden terrace complete with Berber cushions and chairs is a relaxing place to observe the nighttime desert sky. There is a pool, sundeck and restaurant on site. Additional activities such as guided hiking, horseback riding and camel trekking are available (additional fee). This tented camp is an upgrade option and is at an additional cost to the trip price. Availability is limited so we recommend you book early to ensure your place. Your Smithsonian Journeys Private Jet Specialist will be delighted to provide you with full details of this offering.

White Camel Tented Camp is offered as an accommodation option during our time in Marrakech on our August 29 - September 21, 2022 and March 14 - April 6, 2023 departures. 

Number of nights: 2

Hyatt Regency International Airport - Orlando

Orlando, Florida, United States

Located inside of the main terminal at Orlando International Airport, the Hyatt Regency Orlando International Airport puts you just steps from the main terminal and connecting flights home. Guest rooms are spacious and provide all the modern amenities and there are several dining options on site.

We will conclude our October 29 - November 21, 2022, December 29, 2022 - January 21, 2023, October 5-28, 2023 and December 30, 2023 – January 22, 2024 programs at the Hyatt Regency Orlando International Airport. 

Number of nights: 1