This plush villa rental in Goa only opened up last autumn, and already has rave reviews from those in the know. Quite some-thing, given it can only be rented as a whole house, sleeping six guests. The contemporary, bright interiors house exceptional amenities—infinity pool plus plunge pool, solarium-style living space, three suites with solar-heated bathrooms, a koi pond, small waterfall, beautifully landscaped two acres of garden and fruit orchard, an organic kitchen garden across the road and, if you have deep pockets, a private yacht for booking. But then again, it is run by travel professionals — Hans and Sucheta of Odyssey Tours and now Traveller’s Palm.

courtesy ‘Outlook Traveller’, September 2016 issue