The choice of vacation destinations is obviously endless, so I’ve done the hard work for you… spanning the globe, these are five incredible hotspots that you need to see at some point in your life.
South America – Cafayate, Argentina – Grace Cafayate
This emerging wine region is a stunning retreat for family, group and romance travel. Here you will find the newly opened Grace Cafayate, a hotel, spa and residential villas development located in the Salta province of north west Argentina. Marking the group’s first hotel opening in Latin America, Grace Cafayate lies high in Argentina’s Calchaquí Valley, famed for its spectacular backdrop of The Andes and for some of the finest wines South America has to offer. Gastronomy, golf, spa, wine, horseback riding, hiking and more form an integral part of the guest experience.
Indonesia – Bali, Indonesia – The Mulia, Mulia Resort & Villas
The Mulia Spa just launched a new lifestyle wellness program that includes personal attention, luxury amenities, and a myriad of activities that embrace fitness, sensible dining and holistic achievement. With a choice between the full-day (five to six hours) or half-day (four hours) wellness program, guests can experience a customized healthy dining menu, personalized fitness classes whether you are looking to detox or training for a marathon, signature treatments and access to the signature Wellness Suite including Asia Pacific’s only Ice Room.
Two star-Michelin Chef Michael White of Marea restaurant in NYC will be coming to the property to create a unique culinary experience for guests that will include a special degustation dinner on October 4, 2014. Unique hotel packages also available.
Europe – London, UK – The Goring
For the first time in 15 years, the only Relais & Chateaux hotel in London has a new Executive Chef, who also happens to be the youngest Michelin Starred chef in the capital city. The award-winning Dining Room restaurant has appointed Chef Shay Cooper to create a new, lighter menu at the hotel while still maintaining the ever so delightful quintessential British cuisine. The new menu features classic English dishes and firm Goring favorites such as Potted Lytham shrimps and Dover Sole and the famous Eggs Drumkilbo a classic starter synonymous with The Goring (and Royalty), has been honed by Shay.
Caribbean – Baha Mar, Bahamas – Grand Hyatt at Baha Mar
A new destination on the picturesque island of New Providence in Nassau, Baha Mar will be home to four new luxury hotels in late 2014 – offering a unique Caribbean experience for distinguished travelers. Grand Hyatt at Baha Mar will offer travelers a spectacular luxury resort experience with 707 rooms with stunning views of the ocean and green coastal fairways, as well as will manage the destination’s 200,000 sq. foot Convention Center. Book a trip for late 2014 with direct flights from numerous hubs on the east coat or the perfect destination for companies planning meetings or corporate retreats for 2015.
Rose Hall, Jamaica – Half Moon Resort
A trip to Half Moon Resort allows you to have any (and every!) type of vacation under the warm Caribbean sun. From Jamaica’s only equestrian center and dolphin lagoon, to a world-class spa and wellness center with overwater bungalows, the Half Moon experience can be as action-packed or relaxing as guests choose. Right now, travelers can book The Ultimate Summer Getaway package ($459 per night for two, all meals included or $1,954 for three nights, all meals for two, two spa treatments).
Bon Voyage,
Jenn
Jenn Cox is a Montreal-based freelance journalist. Visit her website or email her at info@wordaddict.ca.
Photo: Grace Hotels
