Travel at the apex is about privacy, presence, and places that change you. From Polynesian private islands to Alpine peaks, here are the nine most exclusive vacations for 2025 — curated by Highest® for design excellence, service, and sense of place.
- #1 The Brando — Tetiaroa, French Polynesia
A pristine private atoll once favored by royalty, now an eco-luxury retreat. Solar, seawater air-conditioning, and unspoiled lagoons define barefoot perfection.
Ideal for full-island privacy and cinematic serenity. Details ↗
- #2 Soneva Jani — Noonu Atoll, Maldives
Overwater villas with slides into turquoise lagoons, open-air cinemas, and observatories under the Milky Way. Luxury that still feels childlike and free.
Signature “no news, no shoes” philosophy. Details ↗
- #3 Necker Island — British Virgin Islands
A Caribbean icon designed for celebration and total buyouts. Coral restoration and playful, world-class hosting are part of the DNA.
Legendary for group takeovers and milestone moments. Details ↗
- #4 Aman Venice — Italy
A restored palazzo on the Grand Canal — frescoes, calm, and contemporary restraint above the water’s slow choreography.
For art lovers and night-sailing through history. Details ↗
- #5 One&Only Mandarina — Riviera Nayarit, Mexico
Jungle-to-ocean drama with architectural cliff villas and warm Pacific light. Horses at sunrise, whales in season, and a world-class kids’ club.
Close to PV yet another world. Details ↗
- #6 Cheval Blanc Randheli — Maldives
Maison elegance on a reef-ringed lagoon. Understated art direction, immaculate service, and a private seaplane experience.
Where refinement meets lagoon blues. Details ↗
- #7 Singita Sasakwa — Grumeti, Tanzania
Private reserve adjoining the Serengeti migration routes. Manor-style suites, conservation leadership, and soul-stirring game drives.
Safari at the apex of comfort and purpose. Details ↗
- #8 Fogo Island Inn — Newfoundland & Labrador, Canada
Edge-of-the-world architecture and North Atlantic light. Social enterprise heart with design that feels like poetry on stilts.
For those who collect horizons. Details ↗
- #9 Chalet Zermatt Peak — Zermatt, Switzerland
Private spa, panoramic glass, and the Matterhorn as your morning companion. Chef’s table and après in the clouds.
Alpine pinnacle for winter or summer. Details ↗
💎 About the Rankings
We apply Highest® criteria: privacy, natural setting, design excellence, service ratio, and sustainability. Editorial judgment, guest feedback, and partner intel refine the final Top 9.
🌍 Planning & Concierge
Looking to book an island buyout, overwater honeymoon, or a safari with exclusive use? Our Highest Concierge facilitates itineraries, VIP transfers, and private experiences across these destinations.
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The crown 👑 of “highest vacation” isn’t just luxury — it’s the rare blend of place, presence, and privacy that recalibrates you.