Where do billionaires like to go for their holidays?

Investing in travel is becoming an increasingly popular way for the ultra-rich to signify their status – and they’re extending it far beyond the classic idea of a holiday. Nowadays, the super-rich are taking months-long, multimillion-dollar trips to recharge or reconnect with their families because they are often worn out. These holidays can take shape of extreme adventures, luxurious getaways and educational excursions. But just where are these billionaires headed? The boutique luxury travel agency, Original Travel, which plans trips for high-net-worth individuals, has helped to compile a list of the hottest spots where the elite are travelling over the course of this year. It based its findings on the number of bookings made and performance – and included assessments of feedback, the agency’s expertise and client inquiries. 11 billionaires who like to live frugally It turns out billionaires have a real taste for adventure this year. While a few classic destinations made the final list, such as Britain and France, far-flung countries – from Rwanda to Myanmar – made an appearance among the most popular places, too. Check out the 15 places where the ultra rich are getting their passports stamped this year. 15. Montenegro Less well known than its neighbours Croatia and Greece, the tiny slice of Adriatic coastline that makes up Montenegro had previously lacked the kind of high-quality accommodation [apart from the Aman Sveti Stefan] that could rival its fiord landscapes, Tom Barber, co-founder of Original Travel, said. “Yet Montenegro is set for a luxury upgrade with the Chedi Lustica Bay newly opened and One&Only Resorts opening its first resort in Europe with Portonovi, in Boka Bay [in the summer],” he said. 14. Oman Oman is regarded as one of the next big destinations for luxury travellers. Its peak travel season runs from October to April. Luxury brands such as Anantara Hotels, which has already opened two resorts there, have reported that the country’s culture and unique topography are a huge attraction for travellers. 13. France Champagne, in particular, is one of France’s hottest destinations. Belmond's luxury Pivoine Champagne barge, which cruises the areas picturesque canals and rivers, was launched last year and the opening of The Royal Champagne Hotel last summer has also “injected a much-needed shot of luxury and style to the hotel offerings of the region”, Barber said. “From barge or hotel, we recommend arranging a private vineyard tour and tastings including a backstage [tour and tasting] Bollinger experience, along with a make-your-own Champagne lesson and treehouse Champagne bar experience for a comprehensive immersion in the region.” How billionaire Kylie Jenner ‘earns US$1 million per Instagram post’ 12. Britain From the countryside to the city, there’s plenty on offer for a luxury holiday in Britain. Original Travel has been working on developing a network of tailor-made itineraries around the British Isles, beginning with London. The city is home to a number of luxury hotels including Claridge’s, The Connaught and The Dorchester. 11. India “India has always been one of our favourite destinations for an authentic travel experience, but [this year] we're honing in on the country's spiritual specialism,” Barber said. From January 15 to March 4, the ancient city of Haridwar, in northern India, was host to Ardh Kumbh Mela, the Unesco-recognised largest spiritual festival in the world where Hindu devotees come to wash away their sins in the river’s holy waters, Barber said. 5 fabulous new getaways in Asia for your next long weekend With Kumbh Mela festivals happening on rotation between four cities over the course of 12 years, this year has started off strongly for luxury travel to India. 10. Chile Chile is known for its rich history, vibrant culture and scenic landscapes. It’s also a perfect spot for luxury seekers: travel reporter David Slotnick stayed at Easter Island's primary all-inclusive luxury hotel, Explora Rapa Nui, and found his stay was “phenomenal”. He wrote: “Less traditional luxury – no white tablecloth breakfasts served on your private balcony overlooking the ocean – Explora offers the luxury of being able to let go of planning and logistics without sacrificing choice or personalisation.” 9. Turkey The gateway to the Turkish Riviera was recently reopened after British Airways resumed direct flights to Dalaman, Barber said. Meet François Pinault, owner of Christie’s and founder of Kering “With the Turkish lira having dropped in value, new hotel openings, and things stabilising a little politically, the Turquoise Coast of Turkey has never looked more appealing,” he said. “With the Turkish Aegean back on the map, its turquoise seas, secret beaches and exclusive bars and clubs have piqued the interests of glamorous beachgoers usually resigned to the same old European break.” Barber described both the southwesterly beach town of Kaplankaya and the Bodrum peninsula, which has an array of new hotel offerings, as places to watch. 8. The Seychelles The dozens of islands across the Indian Ocean known as the Seychelles are some of the most requested spots in Original Travel's diving division. Seychelles’ North Island, in particular, is a luxurious getaway, which reportedly attracts A-listers and royals. 7. Myanmar Historic Myanmar offers plenty of attractions for a sumptuous holiday – including several luxurious boat trips along the Irrawaddy between Yangon and Bagan as well as Ngapali Beach, an elite seaside retreat, Original Travel said. Yangon’s highlight is the Schwedagon Pagoda, where Original Travel arranges for visitors to take part in a robe-offering ceremony with the temple’s monks. 6. Rwanda Rwanda was named a new African luxury destination to watch last year by Luxury Travel Magazine. The destination is all about nature and wildlife and is home to the Akagera, Nyungwe and Volcanoes National Parks. Volcanoes National Parks is the perfect spot – and one of the few remaining places – where you can see mountain gorillas in the wild, Original Travel said. Who are the 13 Malaysians on the new Forbes World’s Billionaires List? 5. Bhutan Unspoilt Bhutan is ideal for the adventurous luxury traveller. The country is made for trekking, Original Travel said. The company is able to arrange treks to many of Bhutan's monasteries, mountain-biking along 12,000-foot (3,650-metre) mountain passes, and participation in archery tournaments. 4. Colombia Up to the start of March, Original Travel had already received the same number of bookings for trips to Colombia that it received during the whole of last year. “Experiencing a renaissance in luxury travel, Colombia's breathtaking jungle landscapes and colonial cities deserve more recognition,” Barber said. “Opening this November is the brand new and exclusive Corocora Camp, located inside a remote private reserve on the vast plains of the Llanos Orientales region, a two-hour drive (or 30-minute helicopter ride) from Yopal. “This is the first camp of its kind in Colombia with safari-style tents and a wildlife-focused camping experience.” 3. Iceland Original Travel’s Iceland bookings this year are set to double last year’s total. But that’s not surprising, considering reports named it as one of the top places to travel in 2017. Many visitors travel to the island to see the Northern Lights. The ION Luxury Adventure Hotel in Iceland’s Golden Circle was specifically designed for optimal Aurora Borealis viewing. Beyond that, there are ice caves, also known as crystal caves, massive waterfalls, Icelandic horses, and black sand beaches to see. ‘Free Fire’ game creator earns a spot on the world’s billionaires list 2. Japan Japan’s main island, Honshu, offers several luxury travel highlights, from bathing hot spring snow monkeys to skiing in Nagano, Original Travel said. There are also plenty of ways to enjoy luxury travel in Japan by train – such as The Twilight Express Mizukaze with a top room that costs US$22,000 for a two-night, three-day trip or the Skiki-Shima train that boasts glass ceilings and suites. 1. Egypt Original Travel’s 2019 bookings for Egypt are set to triple those of last year. Barber said there were two primary attractions fuelling this trend. The first is Steam Ship Sudan, a cruise that glides down the Nile between Luxor and Aswan, stopping at archaeological sites, temples, and tombs along the way. Who are South Korea’s 6 richest billionaires? The second is the Grand Egyptian Museum, relocated and newly built overlooking the pyramids of Giza. “The museum will house over 100,000 ancient Egyptian artefacts, many of which have never previously been shown in public and includes King Tutankhamun’s complete collection of over 50,000 artefacts,” Barber said. “Once complete, the museum will be the largest in the world devoted to a single civilisation.” Want more stories like this? Sign up here. Follow STYLE on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter This article originally appeared on Business Insider.

Where do billionaires like to go for their holidays?

.css-1mniedq{color:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-size:inherit;font-family:inherit;line-height:inherit;} Chile, Bhutan, Iceland, Colombia and Japan are tipped to be among the favourite travel spots of ultra-rich holidaymakers

Chile, Bhutan, Iceland, Colombia and Japan are tipped to be among the favourite travel spots of ultra-rich holidaymakers