Where to Summer

The MAIA Edit 2025

As hot, sunny days descend on the UAE and the rest of the northern hemisphere, the question on every traveller’s mind is: where to summer?

At MAIA, a luxury PR agency in Dubai, we are proud to represent a collection of destinations, hotels, and resorts that craft moments that linger long after the tan fades. This season, these properties offer summer days filled with unforgettable memories, from the sun-kissed shores of the Côte d’Azur to the vibrant heart of Istanbul. Here’s our definitive guide to the best summer retreats of 2025.

The Maybourne Riviera | Côte d’Azur, France

Perched majestically above Roquebrune-Cap-Martin, The Maybourne Riviera reopens on June 17, 2025, inviting guests to a world where modernist architecture meets timeless Mediterranean allure. The hotel’s kitchens serve up imaginative dishes from legends Mauro Colagreco and Jean-Georges Vongerichten. Add in cliffside views, ancient villages, and serious design cred, and you’ve got a Riviera reset done right.

OKU Bodrum | Bodrum, Turkey

Laid-back, grown-up, and just far enough off the beaten track, OKU Bodrum is your Turkish beach dream minus the tourist mobs. The hotel’s minimalist energy harmonises with the natural surroundings, creating a serene ambiance perfect for unwinding. With earthy design, killer sunsets, and its own tucked-away cove, this place is built for doing not much at all (but doing it in style). Think: barefoot luxury with a cocktail in hand.

OKU Andalusia | Costa del Sol, Spain

OKU’s new outpost opens this July, and it’s bringing the boho-chic vibes to Spain’s southern coast. This one’s family-friendly…but not in a juice-box-and-screaming-kids way. Set on a quiet beach near Sotogrande, the hotel blends slow-living with just enough action: beach club, spa, villas, and room for the whole crew to recharge.

Hotel Cala di Volpe | Costa Smeralda, Italy

No one does summer like the Italians. Tucked into a hidden cove on Sardinia’s Costa Smeralda, Hotel Cala di Volpe is Mediterranean charm in its purest form. Originally dreamt up by an architect inspired by local fishing villages (but with way more marble and vintage Gucci), it’s now an icon of the jet-set summer. Imagine: yacht views from your balcony, lunch that turns into aperitivo, and a crowd that’s equal parts fashion week and barefoot beach.

The Maybourne Beverly Hills | Los Angeles, USA

Old-school Hollywood meets fresh California cool. The Maybourne Beverly Hills is a city escape that gives rooftop pool energy by day and undeniable glamour by night. Just off Rodeo Drive, it’s perfectly positioned for luxury shopping, celeb-spotting, and world-class dining. The ultimate urban retreat.

Mandarin Oriental Bodrum | Bodrum, Turkey

The Turkish coast is having a moment. Set against the backdrop of the Aegean Sea, Mandarin Oriental Bodrum is a haven of tranquillity and luxury. Private beaches, sleek rooms, a seriously serene spa, and mezze on demand – what more could you want this summer? Come for the sunsets, stay for the service (and that sea bass carpaccio at Ferdi Baba).

Mandarin Oriental Bosphorus | Istanbul, Turkey

If you like your city breaks with a side of water views and Michelin-level dining, this one’s for you. Right on the edge of the Bosphorus, this Mandarin Oriental blends Ottoman elegance with a modern twist. Guests can enjoy the exclusive Olea Summer Menu, a culinary journey celebrating vibrant, fresh ingredients, and benefit from complimentary round-trip boat transfers to the historic Old City.

Mandarin Oriental Costa Navarino | Peloponnese, Greece

Greece, but make it green. Embracing sustainability and luxury, Mandarin Oriental Costa Navarino is nestled in the heart of the Peloponnese region. This resort leans into eco-luxury – replanting olive groves (over 2,700 olive trees and 500,000 native shrubs), preserving the landscape, and serving up epic meals with a conscience. It’s where wellness, nature, and five-star everything come together beautifully.

So, where to summer?

Summer 2025 beckons with a smorgasbord of luxury escapes that hit all the right notes.  Whether you’re drawn to the classic allure of LA, the serene beaches of Bodrum, or the iconic islands of Greece, a stay at these resorts ensures your summer is nothing short of extraordinary.

Need help packing? Here’s what Team MAIA are taking on their summer adventures. (LINK)