Edward Brabham Jr./Platinum1 Travel
L'Agapa Hôtel Spa | Perros-Guirec, France
Perched on high above the Atlantic amidst the rocky coastline of Brittany’s Côtes d'Armor, Agapa Hôtel & Spa is an imposing glass and granite building with a wonderfully unrestricted view of the sea, a NUXE spa with indoor pool and a superb restaurant. After strolling in the Zen garden or at nearby Trestraou beach, return to Agapa Hôtel & Spa and opt for an Ocean Spices Massage in the spa. Then, enjoy a meal at Le Belouga restaurant where the spectacular sea views are matched only by the creative cuisine.
Set in the midst of rolling hills dotted with centuries-old olive trees, Borgobianco Resort and Spa is a tranquil haven of whitewashed walls and sun-drenched courtyards nestled in the beautiful Puglian countryside. Enjoy traditional regional cuisine with produce from the resort’s own vegetable garden, an outdoor pool and a wonderful spa. Borgobianco Resort and Spa resembles an ancient farmhouse with its gleaming white architecture glistening under the warm sun. Wake up to fresh country air and stand on your balcony to views across the pool towards the Adriatic Sea in the distance. Sit by the pool and enjoy a refreshing drink at the poolside bar followed by a restorative massage in the spa.Discover the captivating beauty of Puglia and visit the nearby historic fishing village of Polignano with its natural caves in the cliffs. Worth visiting is the Grotta Palazzese, one of the largest caves in the area. Return to Borgobianco Resort for delicious Apulian delights in the restaurant.
Mykonos Grand Hotel & Resort | Mykonos, Greece
Dazzling whitewashed, cube-shaped buildings set against the backdrop of a deep blue sea and sky, Mykonos Grand Hotel and Resort has a superb beachfront location just a short distance from Mykonos town. This stylish and restful enclave has a wonderfully pampering spa, a beautiful infinity pool and a spectacular outdoor amphitheatre for social events and exercise classes.Scattered across an extensive five acres to provide space and privacy, the generously-sized rooms and suites are decorated in bright white with splashes of blue, orange or beige. Flowing white drapes create a canopy above the beds and in front of the windows, most of which have wonderful views of the sea.
Feel the warm sand between your toes as you walk along the sandy beach. Join a Pilates session in the inspiring surrounds of the amphitheatre, followed by a healing stones massage in the spa. Take a boat trip to the temple island of Delos and enjoy the amazing view from the island’s highest point.
Casa Colonial Beach & Spa | Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic
Enter Casa Colonial Beach and Spa’s gracious lobby-lounge, with its high ceilings and tall windows, and sense the air of tranquility, reminiscent of a bygone less hurried era. The suites are both elaborately and elegantly decorated in contemporary furnishings. Soothe away your cares at the Spa Bagua with an indigenous honey and royal jelly treatmentOn the northern coast of the Dominican Republic, Casa Colonial Beach and Spa Puerto Plata enjoys a tranquil garden setting with its own private beach. With a delightful blend of Colonial-style architecture and contemporary styling, this intimate resort offers all-suite accommodation, an infinity rooftop pool, two enticing restaurants and breathtaking sea views. Listen to the gentle background lull of the sea as you relax by the rooftop infinity pool. Then choose from a wealth of water sports or enjoy a round of golf. In the evening, dine at Casa Colonial Beach and Spa’s Lucia restaurant with amazing views of the mangrove jungle.
Los Cauquenes Resort & Spa | Ushuaia, Argentina
Los Cauquenes Resort & Spa is built in the raditional southern Argentine architectural style with the use of lenga wood and stone. Inside, the 54 rooms and suites are tastefully decorated in neutral tones with highlights of colour. The suites have a private balcony or deck and gorgeous views of the sea. Virtually at the end of the world, Los Cauquenes Resort & Spa is set on the shores of Beagle Channel in Tierra del Fuego with stunning views of the snow-covered peaks of the Andes Mountain Range. An exclusive resort in an exceptionally beautiful setting, expect peace and tranquility, gourmet dining, and a spa with a heated pool, sauna, Jacuzzi and body treatments. Sail the waters of the Beagle Channel and observe Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse, sea lions, Magellanic Penguins, and over 20 different sea bird species. Or trek the ancient coastal paths to see condors, steamer ducks, red foxes, eagles and beaver dams. Return to Los Cauquenes Resort & Spa to dine on exquisite Patagonian cuisine and recount your experiences of this most spectacular of places.
Coral Reef Club | St James, Barbados
Harmoniously set amidst 12 acres of tropical flowering shrubs and trees, Coral Reef Club Hotel is one of the finest family-owned resorts in the Caribbean. Quiet and secluded, it is perfectly located next to a white coral sand beach and provides a wealth of water sports, a restaurant with an excellent reputation and a beautifully designed spa. Wander over to the spa and give in to utter relaxation as you enjoy a calming Lemongrass and Ginger Rub. Afterwards, sit in the shade under a gently swaying Casuarina tree accompanied by the sound of the sea. Enjoy a dip in one of the two main swimming pools, before an exquisite lunch in the Coral Reef Club Hotel restaurant followed by an afternoon of water sports. Coral Reef Club’s 88 tastefully decorated rooms, cottages and suites are set among pretty gardens rich in colorful bougainvillea, crotons and frangipani. All the rooms have a patio or balcony overlooking the gardens while the Plantation and Luxury Cottage Suites have their own private plunge pool.
Esencia | Playa del Carmen, Mexico
Retreat to the beach in style at Esencia Hotel, a former exclusive beachside summer villa of an Italian duchess. Set in a 50-acre private estate of lush gardens and close to Xpu-Ha beach this delightful Mayan Riviera refuge has cottages and suites with a private pool, a calming organic spa and gourmet cuisine. Rooms at Esencia Hotel feature high ceilings, crisp white walls and floors with native hardwood furnishings, mahogany doors and large windows that frame tropical garden or sea views. Several have plunge pools and a terrace or balcony while the cottages provide an extra level of privacy. Snorkeling sessions are interspersed with lying in a hammock on your terrace or sipping margaritas in the bar. The days flow into one another as you spend time lazing on the beach or by the pool Indulge in an aromatic herbal body wrap in the spa followed by the tantalizing flavor of fresh seafood at Esencia Hotel’s Sal Y Fuego Restaurant.The Inn at Southbridge | Napa Valley, USA
The Inn at Southbridge’s rooms are extremely spacious and have attractive fireplaces, vaulted ceilings and French doors that open onto balconies that overlook the courtyard, the health spa or towards the surrounding mountains. Go for a swim in the heated lap pool or have a workout in the fitness centre. Located in historic St Helena, at the heart of the Napa Valley wine region, The Inn at Southbridge sits at the edge of the town yet within easy walking distance of wineries, boutiques and restaurants. Large rooms, a health spa and a garden make for a relaxing retreat in a delightful neighborhood with two adjacent restaurants.
Visit the nearby Merryvale Winery and then, walk into the centre of the town and browse the wealth of boutiques selling local crafts and unusual imported goods. Return to The Inn at Southbridge and relax with a sugar honey glow body scrub in the spa before heading out to dinner at one of the town’s many excellent restaurants.
Luton Hoo Hotel, Golf & Spa | Luton, United Kingdom
A magnificent former stately home, Luton Hoo Hotel nestles in over 1000 acres of gardens and parkland created by Capability Brown. Tranquility meets accessibility in this stunning mansion retreat with its own river, lakes, spa and 18-hole golf course, all quietly secluded yet only ten minutes from Luton Airport. The state dining room fires the imagination with its sumptuous gilt-edged décor, immense size and elegant furnishings. Throughout Luton Hoo Hotel, each room expresses individuality and opulence that is matched in every aspect of the service and detail.The River Lea flows through the grounds of Luton Hoo forming two lakes over 50 acres. Go fishing or take out a boat for the afternoon followed by a pampering massage. Dine in the spectacular Wernher Restaurant or The Adam’s Brasserie, a bright, contemporary dining room in the converted Robert Adams stable block.
Alpin Royal | St. Johann, Italy
An intriguing mix of traditional arts and crafts and contemporary styling, Alpin Royal Hotel is an eye-catching alpine lodge that gently curves into the mountain landscape. A stunning spa with an indoor pool, a restaurant serving hearty South Tyrolean specialties and a sunny garden are just a few of the treats in store when staying in this year-round resort. Enjoy the enormous variety of activities at Alpin Royal Hotel. From winter skiing and snowboarding, ice climbing and sleigh rides to mountain biking and rock climbing, golf and paragliding in summer; this is a dream holiday destination where the beauty of nature meets luxurious pampering
In summer, stand on your balcony and admire the mountain peaks, dense forests and mountain pastureland that make up this stunning Alpine landscape. The sun shines here for at least 300 days a year. There is nothing more pleasurable that sitting in the Alpin Royal Hotel garden listening to the sound of birdsong and breathing in the clear mountain air in the glistening sunshine.
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