Ever wondered what sort of places you could go with an unlimited budget? Or what a $50,000-per-night hotel is like? CTVNews.ca's Tina Yazdani looks for the most over-the-top luxurious resorts, private islands, and villas in the world, starting with the most affordable -- relatively speaking -- and ending with the most expensive.
Biras Creek Resort is one of the most luxurious destinations in the Caribbean. It is located on Virgin Gorda in the British Virgin Islands, and can only be reached by helicopter or boat.
Rates: US $675 - $2,500 per night
Biras Creek Resort / www.resortworld.com
Biras Creek Resort is one of the most luxurious destinations in the Caribbean. It is located on Virgin Gorda in the British Virgin Islands, and can only be reached by helicopter or boat.
Rates: US $675 - $2,500 per night
Biras Creek Resort / www.resortworld.com
Biras Creek Resort is one of the most luxurious destinations in the Caribbean. It is located on Virgin Gorda in the British Virgin Islands, and can only be reached by helicopter or boat.
Rates: US $675 - $2,500 per night
Biras Creek Resort / www.resortworld.com
Hotel St. Barth Isle de France is located in St. Barthelemy, in the northeastern Caribbean. Celebrities such as Hugh Jackman and Michael J. Fox have stayed in this luxurious and comfortable hotel.
Rates: US $670 - $3,318 per night
Hotel St. Barth Isle de France / www.resortworld.com
Hotel St. Barth Isle de France is located in St. Barthelemy, in the northeastern Caribbean. Celebrities such as Hugh Jackman and Michael J. Fox have stayed in this luxurious and comfortable hotel.
Rates: US $670 - $3,318 per night
Hotel St. Barth Isle de France / www.resortworld.com
Castello di Velona in Tuscany, Italy, is an 11th-century castle nestled in the Tuscan countryside with gorgeous views from each of its 24 rooms. Actress Rachael Ray has been spotted staying at the castle.
Rates: US $379 - $900 per night
Castello di Velona / www.resortworld.com
Castello di Velona in Tuscany, Italy, is an 11th-century castle nestled in the Tuscan countryside with gorgeous views from each of its 24 rooms. Actress Rachael Ray has been spotted staying at the castle.
Rates: US $379 - $900 per night
Castello di Velona / www.resortworld.com
Castello di Velona in Tuscany, Italy, is an 11th-century castle nestled in the Tuscan countryside with gorgeous views from each of its 24 rooms. Actress Rachael Ray has been spotted staying at the castle.
Rates: US $379 - $900 per night
Castello di Velona / www.resortworld.com
The St. Regis Bora Bora Resort is located in the French Polynesian islands. With jaw-dropping blue waters and gorgeous scenery, it has become a favourite for many celebrities, including Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban who stayed here for their honeymoon. Other celebrities spotted at this resort are Tony Parker and Eva Longoria.
Rates: US $925 - $3968 per night
The St. Regis Bora Bora Resort / www.resortworld.com
The St. Regis Bora Bora Resort is located in the French Polynesian islands. With jaw-dropping blue waters and gorgeous scenery, it has become a favourite for many celebrities, including Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban who stayed here for their honeymoon. Other celebrities spotted at this resort are Tony Parker and Eva Longoria.
Rates: US $925 - $3968 per night
The St. Regis Bora Bora Resort / www.resortworld.com
Sanctuary Resort on Camelback Mountain in Scottsdale, Arizona, is a premiere luxury resort. It is made up of mountainside estates, each on more than an acre of beautiful desert. Beyonce and Jay-Z spent their honeymoon here.
Rates: US $400 - $4,000 per night
Sanctuary Resort, Camelback Mountain / www.resortworld.com
Sanctuary Resort on Camelback Mountain in Scottsdale, Arizona, is a premiere luxury resort. It is made up of mountainside estates, each on more than an acre of beautiful desert. Beyonce and Jay-Z spent their honeymoon here.
Rates: US $400 - $4,000 per night
Sanctuary Resort, Camelback Mountain / www.resortworld.com
Taj Lake Palace Hotel is located on Lake Pichola in Udaipur, India. It was built in 1746 and appears as if it is floating on the water. It is surrounded by gorgeous scenery, and is considered one of the world's most romantic and unique destinations due to its location on the serene lake.
Rates: US $525 - 3,500 per night
Taj Lake Palace Hotel / www.resortworld.com
Taj Lake Palace Hotel is located on Lake Pichola in Udaipur, India. It was built in 1746 and appears as if it is floating on the water. It is surrounded by gorgeous scenery, and is considered one of the world's most romantic and unique destinations due to its location on the serene lake.
Rates: US $525 - 3,500 per night
Taj Lake Palace Hotel / www.resortworld.com
Taj Lake Palace Hotel is located on Lake Pichola in Udaipur, India. It was built in 1746 and appears as if it is floating on the water. It is surrounded by gorgeous scenery, and is considered one of the world's most romantic and unique destinations due to its location on the serene lake.
Rates: US $525 - 3,500 per night
Taj Lake Palace Hotel / www.resortworld.com
Baraka Point is located on Virgin Gorda in the British Virgin Isles. It is a 9,500-square foot luxury private villa, with magnificent views of the ocean, and set on acres of tropical gardens.
Rates: US $1,645 - 4,072 per night
Baraka Point Villas / www.resortworld.com
Baraka Point is located on Virgin Gorda in the British Virgin Isles. It is a 9,500-square foot luxury private villa, with magnificent views of the ocean, and set on acres of tropical gardens.
Rates: US $1,645 - 4,072 per night
Baraka Point Villas / www.resortworld.com
Baraka Point is located on Virgin Gorda in the British Virgin Isles. It is a 9,500-square foot luxury private villa, with magnificent views of the ocean, and set on acres of tropical gardens.
Rates: US $1,645 - 4,072 per night
Baraka Point Villas / www.resortworld.com
Trinity Beach Palace is a luxurious private rental home located in North Queensland, Australia. It is renowned for being one of the best beachfront properties in Queensland, sitting on 2.5 acres of tropical grounds.
Rates: AUS $2,500 - $3,750 per night
Trinity Beach Palace / www.resortworld.com
Trinity Beach Palace is a luxurious private rental home located in North Queensland, Australia. It is renowned for being one of the best beachfront properties in Queensland, sitting on 2.5 acres of tropical grounds.
Rates: AUS $2,500 - $3,750 per night
Trinity Beach Palace / www.resortworld.com
Hotel Park City is a lavish resort located in the heart of Park City, Utah. Anthony Hopkins and Stella Arroyave spent their honeymoon here.
Rates: US $1,600 - 4,000 per night
Hotel Park City / www.resortworld.com
Hotel Park City is a lavish resort located in the heart of Park City, Utah. Anthony Hopkins and Stella Arroyave spent their honeymoon here.
Rates: US $1,600 - 4,000 per night
Hotel Park City / www.resortworld.com
The Wakaya Club in Fiji has been an extremely popular location for celebrities to bask in the sun and take a dip in the translucent blue waters. Stars such as Bill Gates, Pierce Brosnan, Michelle Pfeiffer, Russell Crow, Nicole Kidman, Keith Richards, Adrien Brody and Antonio Banderas have been spotted at this exclusive private island resort, which only accommodates 20 people at a time.
Rates: US $1,900 - $7,600 per night
The Wakaya Club / www.resortworld.com
The Wakaya Club in Fiji has been an extremely popular location for celebrities to bask in the sun and take a dip in the translucent blue waters. Stars such as Bill Gates, Pierce Brosnan, Michelle Pfeiffer, Russell Crow, Nicole Kidman, Keith Richards, Adrien Brody and Antonio Banderas have been spotted at this exclusive private island resort, which only accommodates 20 people at a time.
Rates: US $1,900 - $7,600 per night
The Wakaya Club / www.resortworld.com
Nandana Resort on the Grand Bahama Island in the Bahamas is a fully staffed island home created for intimate gatherings. Up to twelve people can stay in this luxury estate right on the water.
Rates: US $4,750 - 12,500 per night
Nandana Resort / www.resortworld.com
Nandana Resort on the Grand Bahama Island in the Bahamas is a fully staffed island home created for intimate gatherings. Up to twelve people can stay in this luxury estate right on the water.
Rates: US $4,750 - 12,500 per night
Nandana Resort / www.resortworld.com
The magnificent Chateau Villette located just south of Paris was featured in the 2006 motion picture 'The DaVinci Code.' The 185 acres of private land is available for guests to escape into the French countryside.
Rates: EUR 6,500 - 12,000 per night
Chateau Villette / www.resortworld.com
The magnificent Chateau Villette located just south of Paris was featured in the 2006 motion picture 'The DaVinci Code.' The 185 acres of private land is available for guests to escape into the French countryside.
Rates: EUR 6,500 - 12,000 per night
Chateau Villette / www.resortworld.com
Villa La Reve, 'The Dream', is located on the island of St. Martin in the Caribbean. It is a five-bedroom villa on a private beach in Baie Rouge.
Rates: US $6,000 - $15,800 per night.
Villa La Reve / www.resortworld.com
Villa La Reve, 'The Dream', is located on the island of St. Martin in the Caribbean. It is a five-bedroom villa on a private beach in Baie Rouge.
Rates: US $6,000 - $15,800 per night.
Villa La Reve / www.resortworld.com
Villa La Reve, 'The Dream', is located on the island of St. Martin in the Caribbean. It is a five-bedroom villa on a private beach in Baie Rouge.
Rates: US $6,000 - $15,800 per night.
Villa La Reve / www.resortworld.com
Perched on grounds that overlook the owner's private lake, Lough Cutra Castle is renowned for its pristine countryside. The 500 acre property is located in Connemara area, Ireland.
Rates: EUR 3,600 - 4,200 per night
Lough Cutra Castle / www.resortworld.com
Perched on grounds that overlook the owner's private lake, Lough Cutra Castle is renowned for its pristine countryside. The 500 acre property is located in Connemara area, Ireland.
Rates: EUR 3,600 - 4,200 per night
Lough Cutra Castle / www.resortworld.com
Perched on grounds that overlook the owner's private lake, Lough Cutra Castle is renowned for its pristine countryside. The 500 acre property is located in Connemara area, Ireland.
Rates: EUR 3,600 – 4,200 per night
Lough Cutra Castle / www.resortworld.com
Cayo Espanto villas are located off San Pedro on the coast of Belize in the Western Caribbean. The tropical private island consists of five villas, and it is a short distance away from world's second largest barrier reef system.
Rates: US $12,000 - 15,000 per night
Cayo Espanto villas / www.resortworld.com
Cayo Espanto villas are located off San Pedro on the coast of Belize in the Western Caribbean. The tropical private island consists of five villas, and it is a short distance away from world's second largest barrier reef system.
Rates: US $12,000 - 15,000 per night
Cayo Espanto villas / www.resortworld.com
Cayo Espanto villas are located off San Pedro on the coast of Belize in the Western Caribbean. The tropical private island consists of five villas, and it is a short distance away from world's second largest barrier reef system.
Rates: US $12,000 - 15,000 per night
Cayo Espanto villas / www.resortworld.com
Casa el Destino is a private luxury estate located at Punta Mita, Mexico's most prestigious and exclusive gated resort community. Crystal clear waters and stunning views of the Sierra Madra Mountains make this resort a truly relaxing getaway.
Rates: US $10,000 - $16,000 per night
Casa el Destino / www.resortworld.com
Casa el Destino is a private luxury estate located at Punta Mita, Mexico's most prestigious and exclusive gated resort community. Crystal clear waters and stunning views of the Sierra Madra Mountains make this resort a truly relaxing getaway.
Rates: US $10,000 - $16,000 per night
Casa el Destino / www.resortworld.com
Casa el Destino is a private luxury estate located at Punta Mita, Mexico's most prestigious and exclusive gated resort community. Crystal clear waters and stunning views of the Sierra Madra Mountains make this resort a truly relaxing getaway.
Rates: US $10,000 - $16,000 per night
Casa el Destino / www.resortworld.com
America's Aspen Red Mountain Estate, located at Buttermilk Mountain in Colorado, is a seven bedroom villa surrounded by breathtaking mountains. It is a popular destination for ski and snowboarders.
Rates: US $12,000 - 20,000 per night
Aspen Red Mountain Estate / www.resortworld.com
America's Aspen Red Mountain Estate, located at Buttermilk Mountain in Colorado, is a seven bedroom villa surrounded by breathtaking mountains. It is a popular destination for ski and snowboarders.
Rates: US $12,000 - 20,000 per night
Aspen Red Mountain Estate / www.resortworld.com
Isla de sa Ferradura is located just off Ibiza, Spain, in the Mediterranean sea. This resort can accommodate up to 14 people, and has been said to be in wonderful harmony with nature.
Rates: EUR 20,000 per night
Isla de sa Ferradura / www.resortworld.com
Isla de sa Ferradura is located just off Ibiza, Spain, in the Mediterranean sea. This resort can accommodate up to 14 people, and has been said to be in wonderful harmony with nature.
Rates: EUR 20,000 per night
Isla de sa Ferradura / www.resortworld.com
Guana Island is a magnificent private island situated in the British Virgin Isles in the Caribbean. The retreat is located among acres of tropical forest and pristine white sandy beaches.
Rates: US $18,500 - 25,500 per night
Guana Island / www.resortworld.com
Guana Island is a magnificent private island situated in the British Virgin Isles in the Caribbean. The retreat is located among acres of tropical forest and pristine white sandy beaches.
Rates: US $18,500 - 25,500 per night
Guana Island / www.resortworld.com
Fregate Island is a luxury private island part of the Seychelles. With 16 villas for guests set in the natural beauty of a tropical setting, it is the perfect paradise getaway. The resort was built with the environment in mind, specifically to protect the island's unique flora and fauna. The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge Will and Kate were said to have honeymooned on this very island.
Rates: EUR 2,185 - 10,000 per night
Fregate Island / www.resortworld.com
Fregate Island is a luxury private island part of the Seychelles. With 16 villas for guests set in the natural beauty of a tropical setting, it is the perfect paradise getaway. The resort was built with the environment in mind, specifically to protect the island's unique flora and fauna. The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge Will and Kate were said to have honeymooned on this very island.
Rates: EUR 2,185 - 10,000 per night
Fregate Island / www.resortworld.com
Fregate Island is a luxury private island part of the Seychelles. With 16 villas for guests set in the natural beauty of a tropical setting, it is the perfect paradise getaway. The resort was built with the environment in mind, specifically to protect the island's unique flora and fauna. The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge Will and Kate were said to have honeymooned on this very island.
Rates: EUR 2,185 - 10,000 per night
Fregate Island / www.resortworld.com
Ulusaba Private Game Reserve is located in the heart of Sabi Sands Game Reserve in South Africa. The two luxury safari lodges are exclusive and private so you are able to experience the wildlife of Africa right at your doorstep. It is situated on 13,500 hectars of untouched African land.
Rates: US $28,000 per night
Ulusaba Private Game Reserve / www.resortworld.com
Ulusaba Private Game Reserve is located in the heart of Sabi Sands Game Reserve in South Africa. The two luxury safari lodges are exclusive and private so you are able to experience the wildlife of Africa right at your doorstep. It is situated on 13,500 hectars of untouched African land.
Rates: US $28,000 per night
Ulusaba Private Game Reserve / www.resortworld.com
Ulusaba Private Game Reserve is located in the heart of Sabi Sands Game Reserve in South Africa. The two luxury safari lodges are exclusive and private so you are able to experience the wildlife of Africa right at your doorstep. It is situated on 13,500 hectars of untouched African land.
Rates: US $28,000 per night
Ulusaba Private Game Reserve / www.resortworld.com
Motu Tane is Bora Bora's most exclusive private island, available for rent by only one party at a time. This makes it the ultimate resort getaway for the few who can afford such luxury.
Rates: US $30,000 - 54,000 per night
Motu Tane / www.resortworld.com
Motu Tane is Bora Bora's most exclusive private island, available for rent by only one party at a time. This makes it the ultimate resort getaway for the few who can afford such luxury.
Rates: US $30,000 - 54,000 per night
Motu Tane / www.resortworld.com
Motu Tane is Bora Bora's most exclusive private island, available for rent by only one party at a time. This makes it the ultimate resort getaway for the few who can afford such luxury.
Rates: US $30,000 - 54,000 per night
Motu Tane / www.resortworld.com
Nygard Cay is located in the Bahamas, owned by fashion designer Peter Nygard. Robin Leach of Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous called this island 'one of the most unusual rental villas in the world.' It has everything from cliff hanging bedrooms and water slides to exotic plants and animals.
Rates: US $35,000 - 40,000 per night
Nygard Cay / www.resortworld.com
Nygard Cay is located in the Bahamas, owned by fashion designer Peter Nygard. Robin Leach of Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous called this island 'one of the most unusual rental villas in the world.' It has everything from cliff hanging bedrooms and water slides to exotic plants and animals.
Rates: US $35,000 - 40,000 per night
Nygard Cay / www.resortworld.com
Nygard Cay is located in the Bahamas, owned by fashion designer Peter Nygard. Robin Leach of Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous called this island 'one of the most unusual rental villas in the world.' It has everything from cliff hanging bedrooms and water slides to exotic plants and animals.
Rates: US $35,000 - 40,000 per night
Nygard Cay / www.resortworld.com
Musha Cay at Copperfield Bay in the Bahamas is considered the most luxurious private resort island in the world. It is sitting on more than 150 acres of beautiful, unspoiled tropical environments, sparkling white sand beaches, and is surrounded by crystal clear turquoise waters.
Rates: US $37,500 - 52,500 per night
Musha Cay / www.resortworld.com
Musha Cay at Copperfield Bay in the Bahamas is considered the most luxurious private resort island in the world. It is sitting on more than 150 acres of beautiful, unspoiled tropical environments, sparkling white sand beaches, and is surrounded by crystal clear turquoise waters.
Rates: US $37,500 - 52,500 per night
Musha Cay / www.resortworld.com
Musha Cay at Copperfield Bay in the Bahamas is considered the most luxurious private resort island in the world. It is sitting on more than 150 acres of beautiful, unspoiled tropical environments, sparkling white sand beaches, and is surrounded by crystal clear turquoise waters.
Rates: US $37,500 - 52,500 per night
Musha Cay / www.resortworld.com
Necker Island is Sir Richard Branson's private island in the British Virgin Islands. The entire island can be rented, and it is a favorite with royalty, rock stars, and movie stars. It is considered one of the ultimate private getaways in the Caribbean, and often, staff outnumbers the guests, providing first class service.
Rates: US $46,000 - 47,000 per night
Necker Island / www.resortworld.com
Necker Island is Sir Richard Branson's private island in the British Virgin Islands. The entire island can be rented, and it is a favorite with royalty, rock stars, and movie stars. It is considered one of the ultimate private getaways in the Caribbean, and often, staff outnumbers the guests, providing first class service.
Rates: US $46,000 - 47,000 per night
Necker Island / www.resortworld.com
Necker Island is Sir Richard Branson's private island in the British Virgin Islands. The entire island can be rented, and it is a favorite with royalty, rock stars, and movie stars. It is considered one of the ultimate private getaways in the Caribbean, and often, staff outnumbers the guests, providing first class service.
Rates: US $46,000 - 47,000 per night
Necker Island / www.resortworld.com
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