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3 One&Only experiences not to miss in 2025

3 One&Only experiences not to miss in 2025

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Explore transformative self-discovery through travel

In a fast-paced, digital-first world, travel offers a chance to reconnect with oneself, inspiring reflection and personal growth and unlocking new perspectives through transformative experiences. From meditating atop Tabletop Mountain to trekking through Rwandan rainforests, these One&Only destinations promise more than just breathtaking landscapes. They awaken the spirit, ignite personal growth, and foster connection to nature and culture. 

1. Gorilla Encounters in Rwanda
One&Only Gorilla’s Nest in Rwanda offers guests a life-changing opportunity to engage with nature’s most extraordinary creatures. Nestled on the edge of Volcanoes National Park, the resort serves as the gateway to guided gorilla treks through lush forests, where travellers can encounter these animals in their natural habitat. Evenings at the resort deepen the experience, as guests gather around the bonfire to hear stories about the gorilla families from seasoned guides such as Francois Bigirimana, who has worked with gorillas for decades. A stay here is not just about observing wildlife, but a transformative experience that leaves guests with a renewed appreciation for nature and their place within it. www.oneandonlyresorts.com/gorillas-nest

Guided gorilla treks

2. Wellness and Wonder in Cape Town
At One&Only Cape Town, guests can discover adventure, relaxation and self-discovery through its carefully curated adventures. The journey begins with a yoga session atop Table Mountain, where sweeping views and the silence of nature create an idyllic setting for mindfulness. This experience, coupled with the mountain’s wildflower-covered summit, provides a deeply restorative escape. For water enthusiasts, the resort can curate unique aquatic experiences, from stand-up paddleboarding along private canals to whale-watching tours and shark cage dives. These activities connect guests with Cape Town’s vibrant marine ecosystem, offering moments of awe and excitement. www.oneandonlyresorts.com/cape-town

One&Only Cape Town

3. Spiritual Awakening in Mexico
An holistic retreat, One&Only Mandarina in Mexico guides guests along an inner journey of reflection and personal growth shaped by expert spiritual facilitators. Among experiences on offer, breathwork, sound baths and astrological readings open consciousness and nurture emotional wellbeing. Located in the wild heart of Mandarina, visitors can ride horseback from polo fields to jungle-to-ocean trails, and follow migrating humpbacks on whale-watching excursions. Private diving and fishing unveil a volcanic reef buzzing with marine life, while hilltop hikes reveal sunrise viewpoints and the revered Abuela Tree. Eco-conscious villas and treehouses blend into the rainforest, offering seclusion and serenity, and the resort’s organic farm provides fresh, local produce for dining events. www.oneandonlyresorts.com/mandarina

One&Only Mandarina, Cape Town

For more information, visit www.connectingtravel.com/one-and-only. Travel agents can contact Mohamed Yosry, Regional Account Director, Sales, GCC & Middle East, Kerzner International, +971 55 200 4659, mohamed.yosry@kerzner.com 

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