This latest round up of our community’s initiatives from around the world is sure to get the pulse racing this summer. From sky high adventures to exciting opportunities to get up close with the natural world, there are some stunning experiences on offer and impressive conservation projects underway, as shown by the passionate beekeepers of Ulusaba resort. A summer of inspiration awaits.

WHAT’S NEW IN QATAR – DISCOVER QATAR

Doha Quest - a 32,000m2 indoor experiential theme park located close to Msheireb - are inviting  guests to ride the world’s tallest indoor roller coaster - a first-of-its-kind theme park featuring adrenaline-pumping attractions.

With more than 30 rides & attractions featuring a mix of adrenaline-heavy thrill rides, simulators, virtual reality experiences, and family-friendly highlights, this will guarantee an experience unlike any other in Doha.  

Doha is also a city of incredible culinary experiences. Whether it’s traditional Uzbek food at Afrasiyab or contemporary, fusion, Sri Lankan dishes at Nourlaya, there is a whole world of cuisines you can experience. Exceptional for incentives, there’s something truly unique for everyone…and Doha is also the chosen destination for the next inVOYAGE event –2nd to 5th October 2022.

IN THE SPIRIT OF OMOTENASHI – HOTEL OKURA AMSTERDAM

This year, Hotel Okura Amsterdam will celebrate its golden jubilee and 50 years of age-old Japanese traditions, combined with modern Western luxury. Guests are invited to experience omotenashi with all their senses; through immersing themselves in traditional Japanese hospitality as an art and listening to inspiring stories, tasting their anniversary cocktail and enjoying breath-taking views of the city.

To mark this anniversary, an impressive Ginkgo tree, which symbolises long life, will also be present in the lobby of Hotel Okura. While you sit back, close your eyes and enjoy the serenity, the ancient Ginkgo tree will tell you stories about their past, present and future. A truly unique experience, not to be missed.

BEEKEEPING AT ULUSABA – VIRGIN LIMITED EDITION

The passionate beekeepers of Ulusaba resort in the Sabi Sand Reserve have been nurturing their African Honey Bee communities and their habitats as a way of protecting trees from the impact of elephants. The hives are positioned to prevent the elephants from causing damage to the bark which can lead to the death of the trees. The project follows in the footsteps of similar schemes in other areas and has already seen great success. In the two years since their introduction, the bee population has grown to over 1,000 strong and generates an impressive honey harvest.

SAILING & STAND UP PADDLEBOARDING – UPPER ENGADIN VALLEY LAKES

Combining soaring mountain scenery and the bluest of lakes, the Engadin valley and St Moritz is the perfect summer playground. Badrutt’s Palace offers guests the use of its sailing boats and paddleboards so they can experience first-hand the tranquillity of the stunning surroundings. Take advantage of the perfect sailing conditions to build on your nautical skills, or choose a relaxing paddle on the gentle, early morning waters. Both will prove to be a memorable and invigorating activity to enjoy this summer.