Club Med, the global leader in premium all-inclusive holidays, opens the door behind the scenes with Dream Makers – Creators of Happiness, a four-episode documentary series produced by Mediawan Brand Studio and now available to watch for free on YouTube.
The series takes viewers inside the people, decisions and ambitions that shape the Club Med experience, from the intense selection process of its elite resort managers to the leadership journeys, creative thinking and operational precision behind every holiday.
For travellers in Singapore and across Asia, the timing of the documentary’s debut is especially meaningful. The same care, craft and spirit of reinvention shown on screen are now coming to life across Club Med’s global portfolio: a brand-new beach and safari resort in South Africa, an ambitious transformation in Bintan Island, a new opening in Borneo, reimagined overwater suites in the Maldives, a fresh family chapter in Phuket, and the newly announced Exclusive Collection resort in Koh Samui, Thailand.
“Dream Makers offers a glimpse into the care, creativity and intention behind every Club Med experience,” said Rachael Harding, CEO for East, South Asia and Pacific at Club Med. “At its heart, this documentary reflects our belief that a truly memorable holiday is thoughtfully crafted, shaped by people who are deeply passionate about what they do. From South Africa to Bintan, and from Borneo to Koh Samui, each resort is brought to life with purpose, so that every stay feels both effortless and extraordinary.”พิ
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Written and directed by Aurélie Condou, Dream Makers spans six destinations and four 30-minute episodes, following the real people behind the Club Med experience from aspiring Chefs de Village competing for one of the brand’s most iconic roles, to the teams responsible for building new resorts and rescuing others from the unexpected.
In Punta Cana, an iconic resort must be entirely rebuilt in ten months following a fire. In South Africa, a resort manager steps onto a site still under construction and begins the task of building a team, a culture and a destination from scratch. In Oman, architects and developers present a vision to a governor who must be persuaded before a single stone is laid. And through it all, eleven candidates from around the world have just one month in La Palmyre to prove they are ready to lead a resort of their own.
In the finale episode, Rachael Harding, CEO for East, South Asia and Pacific at Club Med, announces the next chapter for the region: Club Med Exclusive Collection Koh Samui, a new beachfront resort in Thailand set to open in 2028. It is a fitting conclusion to a series that begins with the question of how far Club Med will go to deliver the promise of happiness and answers it, destination by destination.
The craft on screen in Dream Makers is the same craft reshaping Club Med’s portfolio today. Across the region, a wave of new openings, renovations and experience enhancements is redefining what a Club Med holiday looks and feels like and what it can be.
Club Med South Africa Beach & Safari Opening in July 2026
Club Med’s first resort in South Africa, set along KwaZulu-Natal’s Dolphin Coast, combines a beach holiday with exclusive access to the 18,000-hectare Mpilo Safari Lodge, where guests can see the Big Five on guided drives. Days here move between safari mornings and beach afternoons, with the comforts of a resort never far from either. The resort features 411 rooms, including 66 Exclusive Collection suites, four pools and Club Med’s first surf school, alongside dining inspired by local seafood and produce. Designed with South African architects and Zulu cultural influences, it is one of the brand’s most ambitious openings to date.
Club Med Bintan, Indonesia Reimagined for the Way Families Live on Holiday
A short ferry ride from Singapore, Club Med Bintan is undergoing a major transformation centred on Asia’s first Amazing Family Hub, built around the idea that parents and kids holiday best when no one has to compromise: a 300 sqm space with play zones, workshops and karaoke opening July 2026. New additions already open include a Splash Pad, pickleball courts, a redesigned Panorama Coffee House and the Terrace Gourmet Club for all-day dining, with all 308 rooms progressively refreshed through 2026. The Grill restaurant and new family-themed rooms with integrated kids’ and adult spaces will launch from late 2026.
Club Med Borneo, Malaysia Opening November 2026
Located on 17 hectares of beachfront in Kuala Penyu, Sabah, Club Med Borneo marks the brand’s debut in the destination and one of its most significant Southeast Asia openings. Borneo’s rainforest meets the sea here, and the resort is designed to put guests right at that meeting point. The resort will offer 400 rooms including 39 Exclusive Collection suites, architecture inspired by Rungus longhouses and a dedicated premium space, with a focus on sustainability as it targets BREEAM certification. Reservations are now open, with introductory offers available for early stays.
Club Med Kani, Maldives New Exclusive Collection Overwater Suites from December 2026
Club Med Kani introduces newly reimagined Exclusive Collection overwater suites inspired by the Maldives’ natural and cultural landscape, with concepts themed around reef, calm and connection. Available from December 2026, the experience includes butler service, access to a private lounge, premium beverages and priority dining, offering a more elevated stay within one of the region’s most established resorts.
Club Med Phuket, Thailand Asia Pacific’s First Family Oasis
Club Med Phuket unveils the Lai Thai Family Oasis, the first of its kind in Asia Pacific, featuring 32 family rooms, a Splash Park, and a dedicated poolside lounge inspired by traditional Thai design. It forms part of a three-zone resort concept that also includes a Zen Area for adults and a central space for shared entertainment, designed to cater to both families and couples.
Club Med Exclusive Collection Koh Samui, Thailand Announced, Opening in 2028
Planned for Koh Samui’s northern coast, this upcoming Exclusive Collection resort will be Club Med’s first of its kind in Thailand, developed in partnership with Central Group. The 303-room property will feature over 200 metres of private beachfront, new dining concepts and dedicated family programming, with design rooted in Thai heritage. Opening is expected in the second half of 2028.
