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Photo Courtesy of Madrid & Beyond   Founded in 1999 by former history professor Nigel Hack, Madrid & Beyond is one of the most highly-regarded travel agencies in Spain and Portugal. Specializing in authentic and immersive experiences, this full-service DMC uses its extensive network of expert guides, local tastemakers and luxury hospitality connections to craft […]

Photo Courtesy of Madrid & Beyond   Founded in 1999 by former history professor Nigel Hack, Madrid & Beyond is one of the most highly-regarded travel agencies in Spain and Portugal. Specializing in authentic and immersive experiences, this full-service DMC uses its extensive network of expert guides, local tastemakers and luxury hospitality connections to craft […]

Photo Courtesy of Bora Bora One   Indulge in the ultimate seclusion at Bora Bora One. Set on a quiet idyllic islet on Motu Piti A’au, Bora Bora One is an uber-luxurious family-owned five-suite private estate that underwent a full renovation in 2021. Photo Courtesy of Bora Bora One   With 7.5 lush acres surrounded […]

Photo courtesy of Heckfield Place   For travelers seeking top culinary experiences or nourishing anti-inflammatory meals, choosing to stay at properties with seed-to-plate and farm-to-table approaches is a must. When hotels and resorts commit to growing their own food or responsibly sourcing it locally, ingredients are treated with reverence whether used in the simplest cocktail […]

Courtesy of Six Senses Zighy Bay, Oman   When choosing a vacation resort, many travelers rank a full-service spa near the top of their must-have lists. While lots of hotels have lovely spas, these outstanding resorts go far beyond simple treatment rooms, swimming pools and massage therapists. Using state-of-the-art technologies, impressive design and thoughtful, thorough […]

Photo courtesy of The Retreat Costa Rica   Even the most serene and focused amongst us can find ourselves off track physically, emotionally or both. The new year is an ideal time, both literally and symbolically, to begin again with fresh intention and energy. One of the best ways to reset is with a holistic […]

Photo courtesy of Coquillade Provence Resort & Spa   Situated in the heart of France’s Luberon region near charming ancient hilltop villages, Coquillade Provence Resort and Spa is truly a Provençal retreat that celebrates the bucolic beauty of this region, especially during autumn. It has long been a secret hideaway for cyclists and those seeking […]

If you want to walk the paths where the Greek Gods once roamed amid beaches mentioned in Homer’s Ulysses and destinations extolled in Corelli’s Mandolin, the richly layered lush island of Zakynthos is the right place. An exquisite stay at Lesante Blu awaits for those looking to island hop and discover Greek isles that are […]

Perched along the eastern coast of Zakynthos, the southernmost Ionian island in Greece, Lesante Cape is a stunning new resort poised to open its doors in May 2022. The sister property of the much-lauded Lesante Blu and member of Leading Hotels of the World, Lesante Cape is perfectly located amidst acres of verdant fruit trees […]

“OCTAVE TIPS” is a new column from Octave Institute, who oversees the immersive wellness retreat, SANGHA Retreat set in Suzhou, China. Learn top lifestyle tips from their wellness experts in an easy and accessible way, advising on everything from diet, breathing, sleep, exercise, mindfulness, and healing, helping to foster a happy, healthy and comfortable attitude to life and […]