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Wilderness-Immersed Luxury Lodges

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

Leobo Private Reserve in South Africa Redefines Secluded Luxury

— December 28, 2013 — Eco
The Leobo Private Reserve located in South Africa redefines the meaning of luxury in seclusion. Designed by award-winning architects Silvio Rech and Lesley Carstens, the luxury lodge is set within 12,000 acres of African wilderness and is located in Limpop Province. The exclusive villa can house up to 26 guests at a time, complete with a full inventory of staff including an in-house private chef that enhances the luxurious experience even further.

The space was part of the Firefly Collection that aim to provide nothing but the very best during your stay in the private villa. The interiors of the lodge are embedded with fireplaces and a vast area for relaxation and socializing with guests, family and friends.
Trend Themes
1. Wilderness-immersed Luxury Lodges - The trend of building remote and exclusive lodges in natural environments offers a disruptive opportunity for the hospitality industry to attract high-end customers seeking an authentic and secluded vacation.
2. Secluded/private Experience - The trend of offering a full inventory of staff for private villas provides a great opportunity for the luxury service industry to cater to the elite clientele who seek utmost privacy during their stay.
3. Exclusive Architecture and Design - The trend of unique and intriguing architecture and design for luxury lodges creates opportunities for architecture and design professionals to showcase their innovative and original ideas to offer a unique experience for the guests.
Industry Implications
1. Hospitality Industry - The hospitality industry can take advantage of the wilderness-immersed luxury lodges trend to offer unique and high-end services that cater to adventurous and nature-loving customers seeking a luxurious getaway.
2. Luxury Service Industry - The trend of offering a full inventory of staff for private villas presents opportunities for the luxury service industry to provide top-notch and personalized experiences to high-end clients who seek exclusivity and privacy.
3. Architecture and Design Industry - The trend of exclusive architecture and design for luxury lodges creates opportunities for architecture and design professionals to showcase their innovative and original ideas and create breathtaking experiences for guests in a natural setting.
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