Sometimes the most extraordinary journeys begin with the simplest premise: trade winter's bite for turquoise waters and sunshine. My recent escape to the British Virgin Islands was about rediscovering what makes Caribbean luxury so eternally compelling. Three distinct properties, each offering a different interpretation of island sophistication, reminded me why the BVI continues to enchant …
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Photo courtesy of Four Seasons Costa Rica Some countries you visit, others live inside you long after you've left. Costa Rica is decidedly the latter. From the moment your plane descends over emerald rainforest canopies dotted with scarlet macaw wings, you know you've arrived somewhere special. This is a place where howler monkeys provide the …
After a whirlwind year spent curating dream journeys for our cherished clients, the Resort to Laura Madrid team decided it was time for a little R&R of our own, and what better place to recharge than Mexico’s dazzling Riviera Maya? Our end-of-year celebration and reset took us to Kanai, the region’s newest luxury enclave and a fitting reward for …
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There are journeys that read like a storybook, turning one page after another at a steady rhythm. And then there are journeys like this one, swift, breathtaking, and deeply immersive - like a thrilling novel you just can’t put down - eleven lodges in eleven days across New Zealand, a glimpse into the life of …
CANTABRIA: Wild Beauty & Prehistoric Wonder Leaving the Pyrenees behind, we descended into Cantabria - where every curve in the road seemed to reveal a different mood. Cantabria surprised me at every turn with its blend of rugged coastlines, misty mountains, and unexpectedly lush valleys. Here, prehistoric caves open into emerald hills, and charming villages …
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There’s something about Melbourne that just pulls. It doesn’t announce itself with grandeur, but rather draws you in with a knowing smile, making you want to stay awhile. It’s a city of contrast and creativity, where 19th-century architecture sits comfortably beside industrial-chic laneways and edgy street art. The Australian Open It was pure luck that …
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Tasmania is widely known for having the cleanest air in the world – and after experiencing it firsthand, I believe it. Combine that with some of the best scenery, unique wildlife, a deep-rooted history, and a thriving food and wine culture - it is no surprise that Tassie has been on my list forever. It …
Lizard Island, Australia's northernmost island beach resort in the Great Barrier Reef, accessible only by a one-hour scenic flight, is a slice of Aussie paradise. The arrival and welcome by the team felt a bit "Fantasy Island"-ish. We knew right away that we were in for a privileged experience! Guests are welcomed to the main …
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First Time in Sydney One never forgets their first visit to what may be one of the loveliest cities in the world. Surrounded by dazzling water, stylish people, historic buildings, and awe-inspiring landmarks, Sydney just feels good. Just hours after arriving in the glorious city that would bookmark our one-month adventure through Australia, my husband …
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They don't call lovers of Aman hotels, Aman Junkies for nothing. The brand has created an uncompromising ethos of pure, simple, quiet & sophisticated luxury - and Aman Junkies need to get their fix wherever in the world they travel to an Aman. I stayed at Amanyara a number of years ago with my daughter …
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