From the idyllic island oasis of TA’AKTANA in Indonesia, to luxury houseboat KIVU QUEEN which cruises magnificent Lake Kivu, in issue 46, The Cultured Traveller explores a dozen special places to rest your head around the world. Nestled amongst the majestic mountains of Lombardy, with its breathtaking natural beauty, crystal-clear waters and opulent villas, LAKE COMO is a rare example of Mother Nature, the human race, and the hospitality industry coming together in harmony. 30 minutes from Lisbon, Demelza Oxley explores SINTRA’s Romanticist treasure trove of palaces, whimsical follies and lovingly tended gardens. Adrian Gibson charts the rise and fall of BIBA, which revolutionised the fashion landscape of the 60s and 70s with its bohemian luxury aesthetic. Laden with archaeological treasures, Daniella Georgiou visits RHODES – the largest of Greece’s Dodecanese islands. Lastly, win a three-night suite stay at chic COMO METROPOLITAN SINGAPORE, located in the heart of Orchard Road shopping mecca.