Colourful. Contrasting. Timeless.
India is the kind of destination that does not simply impress. It stays with you. Alive with colour, layered with history, and rich in human warmth, it is a country of remarkable contrasts, where ancient rituals, grand architecture, vibrant cities, quiet waterways, and deeply personal moments all form part of the same extraordinary journey.
From Delhi’s layered past and Agra’s quiet majesty to Rajasthan’s regal forts, Jaipur’s artistry, and Udaipur’s romantic lakeside beauty, India offers a travel experience that feels both sensory and soulful. Further south, Kerala invites stillness among its backwaters, Goa offers a gentler coastal rhythm, while Mumbai reveals the pulse of modern India. Along the Ganges in Varanasi, the journey deepens further, with life, ritual, and belief unfolding in a way that feels timeless and profoundly moving.
Season runs: October to March for North India, Rajasthan, Delhi, Agra, Varanasi, Goa and Kerala • April to June and September to November for Himalayan and cooler northern escapes • June to September for lush monsoon landscapes in selected regions
Quick facts: Capital: New Delhi • Best known for: colour, culture, spirituality, regal heritage, cuisine, architecture, and extraordinary contrast • Ideal for: cultural journeys, romantic escapes, spiritual discovery, heritage stays, luxury rail, wellness, and beautifully curated multi-region itineraries
Featured in April 2026: Austria
Imperial. Scenic. Timeless.
Austria is the kind of destination that lingers long after you leave. For those drawn to culture, elegance, and natural beauty, it offers a remarkable blend of imperial cities, storybook towns, Alpine landscapes, and lakeside stillness. From Vienna’s grand palaces and café culture to Salzburg’s musical heritage, Hallstatt’s quiet romance, and Innsbruck’s mountain-framed charm, every chapter feels layered with atmosphere and grace.
It is a destination where heritage and scenery live side by side. One moment brings Baroque architecture, grand boulevards, and the legacy of the Habsburgs, the next brings glassy lakes, winding mountain roads, and the slower rhythm of the Austrian countryside. Along the Danube, river cruising adds yet another dimension, revealing abbeys, vineyards, and historic towns in a way that feels both elegant and deeply restorative.
Season runs: Spring and autumn for culture, scenic touring, and river cruising • Summer for lakes, mountains, and countryside travel • Winter for festive markets, snow-covered landscapes, and alpine escapes
Quick facts: Capital: Vienna • Best known for: imperial heritage, classical music, Alpine scenery, lakes, and Danube journeys • Ideal for: cultured escapes, romantic travel, luxury river cruising, and beautifully paced European itineraries
Featured in March 2026: Finland
Enchanting. Serene. Unforgettable.
Finland is the kind of destination that feels like a memory before you even arrive. For those dreaming of a true white Christmas, Finnish Lapland brings that magic to life with snow-covered forests, reindeer, husky sledding, glass igloos, and the breathtaking wonder of the Northern Lights.
It is a destination where winter becomes something extraordinary - from sleigh rides and snowmobiling to Arctic stillness, candlelit lodges, and the simple luxury of warming up in a traditional sauna after a day in the snow. Every detail feels cinematic, yet deeply real.
Beyond the festive season, Finland reveals another side of its beauty. In the warmer months, long luminous days, forested landscapes, tranquil lakes, design-led cities, and nature-led wellness create a quieter kind of escape - one defined by space, stillness, and understated elegance.
Season runs: Winter: Nov–Mar (snow, festive travel, and peak Northern Lights season) • Shoulder: Apr–May & Sep–Oct • Summer: Jun–Aug (lakes, hiking, and the midnight sun)
Quick facts: Capital: Helsinki • Best known for: Lapland, saunas, the Northern Lights, and the midnight sun • Ideal for: festive family travel, romantic winter escapes, and nature-led luxury journeys
Featured in February 2026: Mauritius
Carefree. Vibrant. Timeless.
Mauritius is the kind of island that softens you. Begin with a few beach days on the calmer north or west coast, where lagoon mornings and warm trade winds set an easy rhythm. Dip into Port Louis for colour, markets, and street-food energy, then head inland to Chamarel Seven Coloured Earth Geopark and the rainforest ridgelines of Black River Gorges National Park.
For a story-worthy experience, an early-morning private charter to encounter dolphins in the open sea, in their natural world - calm water, a respectful distance, and that heart-stopping instant when curiosity meets you eye-to-eye. (We always prioritise ethical operators and marine guidelines, so the experience stays beautiful for you and for them.) If it is something cinematic you are after, take a private helicopter flight over Le Morne Cultural Landscape to see the famed “underwater waterfall” illusion from above.
Finish with a private catamaran day or a snorkelling charter in Blue Bay Marine Park - turquoise, warm, and quietly spectacular.
Signature experiences include private guides, elevated culinary moments (from Creole classics to refined dining), and seamless end-to-end logistics in true Regal Escapes style.
Our trusted luxury partner is Beachcomber Resorts & Hotels.
Season runs: May–Dec (cooler, drier, sunny) • Shoulder: Apr/May & Sep/Nov • Summer: Nov–Apr (hotter, wetter; cyclone risk peaks Jan–Mar)
Quick facts: 2 UNESCO World Heritage Sites (Aapravasi Ghat + Le Morne Cultural Landscape) • Capital: Port Louis • Highest point: Piton de la Petite Rivière Noire – 828 m • The island sits in the Indian Ocean and is almost entirely ringed by coral reefs
Featured in January 2026: Peru
Vibrant. Sacred. Immersive.
Peru is a destination that stays with you. Begin in Lima, where the Pacific air and world-class cuisine set a polished pace, then ease into the Sacred Valley to acclimatise in beauty and breathing space. From Cusco’s living history to a thoughtfully timed, privately guided Machu Picchu, the journey unfolds like a golden thread through distinct worlds. For something rarer, add Lake Titicaca’s high-altitude hush, then end in the Amazon on a luxury river cruise - wild, refined, and wonderfully unhurried.
Signature experiences include private guiding, elevated culinary moments, and seamless end-to-end logistics in true Regal Escapes style.
Our trusted luxury partner is the Belmond Group
Season runs: May–Oct (best skies) • Shoulder: Apr/May & Sep/Oct • Amazon: Year-round
Quick facts: 13 UNESCO World Heritage Sites • Capital: Lima • Highest point: Mount Huascarán – 6,768 m • Lima’s Maido was named The World’s Best Restaurant • Peru offers some of the World's best scenic rail moments and luxury Amazon river cruising
Featured in December 2025: Japan
Ancient. Timeless. Unforgettable.
Follow Japan through the lens of the seasons, from sakura drifting over Kyoto’s canals to crisp autumn gardens and snow-softened temple rooftops. Pair Tokyo’s neon-and-nuance with Kyoto’s quiet centuries, then slow down in ryokan sanctuaries, private onsens, and exquisitely seasonal kaiseki dining. Prefer to unpack once? Japan by sea turns the journey into a floating five-star rhythm of new harbours, smaller ports, and effortless elegance.
Partner lines include Crystal, Explora Journeys, Regent Seven Seas, Ritz Carlton Yachts, Scenic Eclipse, Seabourn, Silversea.
Season runs: Mar-Apr & Sep–Nov.
Quick facts: Sakura • Momiji (autumn colour) • Tokyo + Kyoto icons • Ryokan & Onsen • Kaiseki dining • Shinkansen (bullet train) • Tea ceremony moments • Seto Inland Sea art islands
Featured in November 2025: Antarctica
Unspoiled. Untouched. Unforgettable.
Answer the call of the White Continent on a luxury expedition cruise. Sail aboard small, ice-class ships with expert guides, step ashore by Zodiac, and witness penguins, whales, dolphins, seals, birds and sculpted ice in luminous silence. Choose the classic Antarctic Peninsula or extend to South Georgia & the Falklands for vast king-penguin colonies and storied explorer history.
Partner lines include Silversea Expeditions, Scenic Eclipse, and Swan Hellenic.
Season runs: October–March.
Quick facts: Oct–Mar • 100–200-guest ships • Zodiac landings • Penguins, Whales, Icebergs • Expert Naturalists & Photographers
