For Beach Bums
St Barth’s (Caribbean)
St. Barts is a French-speaking Caribbean island known for its luxe vibe and flawless beaches. Popular among the jet set, St. Barts is home to many high-end restaurants, designer stores, and yachts. With no direct flights from the U.S., this little piece of paradise in the French West Indies isn’t super easy to reach, but that’s part of its allure.
Our favorite hotels: Rosewood Le Guanahani, Le Sereno
Maldives (Indian Ocean)
When it comes to beach destinations, Maldives has few rivals. There are now over 100 resorts occupying these tiny parcels of paradise, spread out over 90,000 square kilometers, with an accommodation to suit every traveler.
Our favorite hotels: Six Senses Laamu, Soneva Fushi
For Winter Lovers
Lapland (Finland & Sweden)
Lapland is as close as reality gets for those who dream of a winter wonderland. A magnificent winter destination covering both Finland and Sweden’s northernmost parts in the Arctic Circle. Experience husky safaris, reindeer sleigh rides, snowmobile adventures, and the Northern Lights from January to April.
Our favorite hotels: Kakslauttanen Arctic Resort, Icehotel
Megève (France)
In the Haute Savoie region of the French Alps lies a super chic ski resort beloved by A-listers and aristocrats alike for its under-the-radar elegance. Championed by the Rothschilds, it remains a winter hideaway for the very grand — understated, elegant, and resolutely old school.
Our favorite hotels: Les Fermes de Marie, Chalet Zannier
For Adventure Seekers
Patagonia (Chile & Argentina)
Patagonia is vast, untamed and beautiful — covering roughly one million square km at the southern tip of South America, filled with towering mountains, blue-tinged glaciers, emerald-green lakes, raging rivers, and ice-carved fjords.
Our favorite hotels: Tierra Patagonia (Chile), Explora El Chalten (Argentina)
Costa Rica — Arenal Volcano
La Fortuna is home to the famous Arenal Volcano and the adventure capital of Costa Rica. It offers beautiful rainforest, impressive waterfalls, an abundance of wildlife, and nearly every adventure activity you can think of.
Our favorite hotels: Amor, Nayara Tented Camp
