A New Milestone: Nay Palad Hideaway and The Brando Awarded MICHELIN Keys

In a landmark moment for luxury hospitality, two of our incredible clients - Nay Palad Hideaway in Siargao and The Brando in French Polynesia - have just been awarded coveted MICHELIN Keys, ushering in a new era of distinction for both.

NAY PALAD HIDEAWAY - ONE KEY

Dreamed up by former Bayern Munich goalkeeper-turned-visionary entrepreneur Bobby Dekeyser (yes, the same founder of global furniture brand DEDON, now raising alpacas in Ibiza!) and his daughter Carolin, Nay Palad Hideaway is more than a resort - it’s an ethos in motion. Nestled between an old mangrove forest and the Pacific’s white-sand shore, with proximity to secret caves, jungle paths, deep sea, and the legendary Cloud 9 surf break, the resort is a meeting point between wild nature and refined hospitality.

What makes Nay Palad unique is not just where it sits, but how it lives: an all-inclusive philosophy that gives guests freedom to eat when and where they wish, have every desire met, and sink into their own pace of island living. From barefoot strolls to curated adventures, the experience is deeply personal, imbued with warmth, generosity, and mindful intention.

Last week, Nay Palad was awarded One MICHELIN Key in the inaugural global MICHELIN Guide Hotels selection - a first for the Philippines. This honour reflects not just luxurious design or impeccable service, but the heart behind the guest experience - a place that feels like more than a stay, but a home in harmony with nature.

THE BRANDO - THREE KEYS

Meanwhile, in French Polynesia’s Tetiaroa atoll and Marlon Brando’s former private sanctuary, The Brando has just been awarded Three MICHELIN Keys, the highest distinction in the MICHELIN Guide Hotels. This recognition cements its place as not just a destination, but a global benchmark for immersive, sustainable luxury.

This Three-Key gem offers 35 villas, each with private beach and plunge pool; all-inclusive offerings spanning gastronomic excellence (Michelin-level dining by Guy Martin), Polynesian cultural immersion, spa and wellness, marine research, and ecological programming. The resort runs on renewable energy, guided by a commitment to carbon-neutral stewardship.

In awarding Three Keys, MICHELIN inspectors recognise that The Brando is not just “extraordinary” - it is exceptional in every sense. It is a place where design, nature, and purpose merge so seamlessly that guests feel they’ve stepped into a new paradigm of travel.