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Vacation Vibes If you’re like many of us, this summer may be the first time you’ve been able to take an actual vacation — perhaps one that’s been delayed and long-awaited. Especially after the past two years, we cherish the time spent with friends and family, and have learned to savor the little things. This edition of SELECT serves up the simple pleasures of the season, inspiration on where to go next, and — just as important — where to stay. Hotels represent a highlight of most trips, and choosing the right one can make all the difference in your experience. You can’t go wrong when you work with your travel advisor, who has the expertise and connections to secure upgrades, perks, and amenities you couldn’t get on your own. Please enjoy this issue and make sure to reach out to your travel advisor for help planning your next trip, big or small.
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2 0 WAY S TO C E L E B R AT E THE SEASON P O O L S , PA R K S , P I C N I C S , A N D M O R E : W H Y W E L O V E S U M M E R V A C AT I O N .
Summer is not just the season of warmth, light, and outdoor living. This is the season of vacation in all its varieties: family reunions, bucket-list biggies, road trips, destination weddings, and more. To kick off the season, we salute 20 reasons to love it, and where to find the best of summer around the world.
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Half the reason you check into a resort in summer is to check out the pool. Try the one with a lazy river (Hyatt Regency Indian Wells Resort and Spa in California). Or chill in the adult pool ringed in private cabanas (Four Seasons Resort Hualalai in Hawaii). Or the one at your own private villa (Joali Being in the Maldives). Places where lifeguards never blow the whistle, attendants pass popsicles, and swim-up bars dispense frozen treats. Your advisor can plan the perfect pool day.
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Nothing beats hearing your favorite musicians al fresco. One venue to build a trip around: Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre near Denver, the 9,545-seat auditorium built between monolithic sandstone formations for perfect natural acoustics. This summer’s bill ranges from retro Chicago and Brian Wilson of the Beach Boys, bluesy Tedeschi Trucks Band, country’s The Chicks, and rapper Pitbull.
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Who are we kidding? Ice cream rules in any season. But the cool confection meets its seasonal complement in summer. Guests at The Ritz-Carlton, Vienna can sample free homemade scoops — our pick is the local strawberry — in the lobby all summer.
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Stay up late and count the stars this summer, or even the supermoons, when the moon is closest to the Earth in its orbit and appears larger than normal. There are two this summer: June 14, and July 13. The latter might dim the annual Perseid meteor shower, which can shoot up to 100 fireballs an hour across the sky — strongest on the night of August 12. But don’t wait for a special event. Have your advisor arrange a sunset viewing atop Mt. Haleakala on Maui, Hawaii, followed by stargazing to see the Milky Way in Haleakala National Park.
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Feel the grass between your toes at the new Presidio Tunnel Tops in San Francisco. Opening mid-July, the 14-acre park, designed by the team behind The High Line park in New York City, sits atop the Presidio Parkway tunnels, capping the thoroughfare in lawns, gardens, and playgrounds, all in view of Golden Gate Bridge. In Manhattan, explore an 80,000-square-foot rooftop park — the city’s largest — recently opened on Pier 57 at Hudson River Park. And the new Sojourner Truth State Park in Kingston, New York, will open hiking trails on 520 acres — including a section of the 750-mile Empire State Trail — overlooking the Hudson River.
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SEE THE LIGHT
Summer is the only time to see synchronous fireflies light up the woods of Great Smoky Mountains National Park, which straddles Tennessee and North Carolina. This rare species is found in only a few places and is one of 19 species of firefly in the park. During mating season, usually in early summer, synchronous lightning bugs flash five to eight times every few seconds in a micro-strobe display.
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Our picks for this year’s new class of coasters: Iron Gwazi, a hybrid steel-and-wood successor at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay in Florida, boasts a 206-foot drop reaching top speeds of 76 miles per hour. Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind the first Marvel-themed attraction at Walt Disney World in Orlando (Epcot, to be specific), takes place entirely indoors with projections, lighting, music, and animation, as the ride rotates 360 degrees. Emperor at SeaWorld San Diego suspends riders atop a 153-foot hill, before a 14-story drop at a 45-degree angle.
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Anyone can play pickleball. This fast-growing sport is a hybrid of tennis, paddleball, and ping pong. It’s showing up at resorts, from the JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort & Spa in Phoenix with 12 lighted courts, to the spa Rancho La Puerta in Tecate, Mexico, offering guest instructors in July.
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When an event only takes place once every 10 years? Carpe summer. Holland’s Floriade Expo 2022, just outside Amsterdam, celebrates all things horticultural, from agriculture to vertical gardens, now to October 9. Originally to ward off the plague, the once-a-decade live Passion Play has been performed in the German town of Oberammergau since 1634. The 2020 version was delayed to this summer through October 2. Catch a performance during a 10-day Viking River Munich-to-Budapest cruise.
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For the ultimate Independence Day celebration, get the Washington Monument and the Lincoln Memorial in your photos when the federal display goes off on the National Mall, July 4.
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IN THE BAG
Travel light with the Lo & Sons Catalina Deluxe weekender bag. Stash shoes in the bottom zip compartment, leaving the main chamber free for clothes, with side pockets for easy access to essentials like passports and phone chargers. The eco-friendly bags are made of organic canvas and recycled polyester; $215 USD; loandsons.com
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The new Sky Glider mountain gondola at Icy Strait Point, Alaska – a popular stop on Inside Passage cruises – gets you to the summit of Sky Peak in a matter of scenic minutes. This home of hiking trails offers stunning views to Glacier Bay National Park. And the system saves the emissions of 72 shuttle buses.
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This classic wicker picnic basket romances any al fresco meal, be it at a Saint Barts beach, a Rocky Mountain meadow or a California vineyard. $89 USD; potterybarn.com Where: California vineyard Why: Go slow and watch the grapes grow Provisions: Local charcuterie, crudité, and Chardonnay Where: Saint Barts Why: Pour-quoi pas? Provisions: Baguette, brie, and Rosé Where: Colorado mountain meadow Why: Savor a Rocky Mountain high Provisions: Veggie focaccia sandwiches and craft kombucha
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Set sail on one of many new cruise ships making their debut. Float the Nile on Uniworld Boutique River Cruises’ 84-passenger S.S. Sphinx or AmaWaterways’ 72-passenger AmaDahlia with itineraries that string together ancient Egyptian temples and pyramids, from Luxor to Aswan. At the other end of the size spectrum, Royal Caribbean’s justlaunched Wonder of the Seas is the world’s largest cruise liner, carrying up to 9,300 passengers and crew, with the tallest water slide at sea, an ice skating rink, climbing walls, and a park with more than 20,000 plants. Catch it in the Mediterranean this summer. The 3,260-passenger Celebrity Beyond also debuted this spring, sailing around Europe with Captain Kate McCue at the helm.
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During their recent visit to the Bahamas, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, a.k.a. Wills and Kate, stayed at Atlantis Paradise Island (in the three-bedroom penthouse at The Cove) and sipped the Caribbean cocktail that says summer in any season: rum punch, made with coconut rum, orange juice, grenadine, and fresh lime juice. DIY or make like a royal and order one from the resort’s adult-only poolside bar Sip Sip. 1 ounce Bacardi coconut rum 1 ounce Bacardi Superior white rum 1 ounce pineapple juice 1 ounce freshly squeezed orange juice
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½ ounce grenadine ¼ ounce freshly squeezed lemon juice ½ ounce simple syrup
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No more in at 3 p.m., out by 11 a.m. at The Peninsula Hotels. Its new “Peninsula Promise” quality guarantee includes flexible check-in/check-out hours, plus a 24-hour concierge service via chat apps.
Travel chic to the shore with a Turkish towel from Maui-based Kipa Beach. Lightweight and fast-drying, these eco-friendly multitaskers can sub or as pareos or wraps. From 40 USD; kipabeach.com
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APPRECIATE ART
When it opens in June, Oslo’s National Museum of Art, Architecture and Design will illuminate its subjects with a lightflooded rooftop gallery showcasing contemporary Norwegian art, as well as an adjoining roof terrace from which to admire the harbor, filled with design landmarks.
With 102 acres to explore, Terranea Resort on the Southern California coast near L.A. expands its family-friendly appeal with new kayak fishing excursions, horseback riding, and seaside painting in addition to its four pools, coastal nature walks, and falconry meet-and-greets.
Wherever your travels take you, pop on a pair of Crimpie sunnies by Poppy Lissiman, for a look that says the future’s so bright, you gotta wear shades. $130 USD; poppylissiman.com
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When deciding where to stay next, look no further than this curated list of our featured SELECT partners. Each one of these luxurious hotels offers personalized service, exquisitely refined accommodations, and special bonus amenities.
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BRUNELLESCHI HOTEL PIAZZA SANTA ELISABETTA, FLORENCE, ITALY A few steps from the Duomo, in the heart of Florence, Brunelleschi Hotel is the perfect setting to explore the city. A variety of accommodations include unique suites, with breathtaking Duomo views, and interconnecting family rooms. Enjoy alfresco dining at Tuscan Osteria or fine dining at the two-Michelin-star restaurant Santa Elisabetta. There is even a private museum to complete the experience at the Brunelleschi. HOTEL DETAILS Number of rooms: 96 Neighborhood: Central location Local interests: Art, museums, food, shopping, wine tasting
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BVLGARI HOTEL PARIS PARIS, FRANCE A Bvlgari gem at the heart of the golden triangle. This property features an oversized spa, a vibrant bar, and Il Ristorante – Niko Romito, offering a unique Italian dining experience with impeccable service by a genuinely kind and attentive team. HOTEL DETAILS Number of rooms: 76 Neighborhood: Triangle d’Or Local interests: Cultural activities, shopping, fashion, architecture
CONRAD NEW YORK MIDTOWN NEW YORK, NEW YORK, USA A luxury Manhattan retreat located five blocks from Central Park. Times Square and the Theater District are a 10-minute walk down 7th Avenue. The hotel displays art from a curated program in suites and public spaces. Enjoy city views from high floors, appealing dishes at Dabble restaurant, and a 1,500-square-foot fitness center. HOTEL DETAILS Number of rooms: 562 Neighborhood: Midtown Local interests: Iconic attractions, luxury shopping
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EAU PALM BEACH RESORT & SPA PALM BEACH, FLORIDA, USA Be the first to experience this freshly re-imagined oceanfront resort. With new dining options, an enhanced Kids’ and Teens’ program, two oceanfront pools, and a private beach, many #EauMoments will be made when staying an extra night! Enjoy the Fourth Night Free promotion, available until July 31, 2022. HOTEL DETAILS Number of rooms: 309 Neighborhood: Manalapan Local interests: Private beach, family-friendly, couples, girls getaway
FAIRMONT COPLEY PLAZA BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS, USA At Fairmont Copley Plaza, the “Grand Dame of Boston” has charmed guests for more than a century. Situated in the city’s famed Back Bay neighborhood, this landmark hotel connects you to the quintessential Boston experience — nearby, you’ll find many fine sights and activities, from the historic Freedom Trail to the fashionable boutiques of Newbury street. HOTEL DETAILS Number of rooms: 383 Neighborhood: Back Bay Local interests: Boston public library, Freedom Trail, Copley Square
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N E W YO RK CIT Y The city that never sleeps was forced into a two-year nap. Now, the Big Apple is back, with new observation decks in super-tall skyscrapers, expanded parks, and a lavish urban water spa, along with a sterling string of Broadway hits.
MM OORR N I N G NING Get your morning jolt with a side order of style at Felix Roasting Co. with two chic locations — one in SoHo and the original in NoMad — both created by the celebrated designer Ken Fulk. Linger over a latte to appreciate the colorful wallpaper, antique chairs, and other quirky details of these much-Instagrammed coffee shops.
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Central Park has great variety, but The High Line has arguably more imagination per square foot; it is a public park built on a historic freight rail line — elevated on a nearly 1.5-mile-long line on the West Side of Manhattan. The High Line offers graciously landscaped strolls that thread the built environment past showy glass condos and vaulting original cobblestone streets. At the end of The High Line, in the Meatpacking District, The Whitney Museum of American Art was forced to delay the prestigious Whitney Biennial in 2020, due to the pandemic. Now, in 2022, the nation’s most esteemed survey of contemporary art is back in its 80th edition, with 63 artists and collectives organized under the theme “Quiet as It’s Kept,” exploring the American experience in what the curators call “precarious and improvised times.”
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Have your travel advisor reserve a few counter seats at Lodi in Rockefeller Plaza, a new Italian concept focusing on aperitivi and homemade breads, pastries, and pastas from chef Ignacio Mattos. Channel Italy in Midtown with liver paté crostini, anchovies and peppers, prosciutto paninis, and spritzes, in the bustling all-day café.
Near the new west-side Hudson Yards development, tuck into homemade pasta, caramelized onion torta, and wood-fired whole trout at Ci Siamo, the latest upscale Italian restaurant from restaurateur Danny Meyer and chef Hillary Sterling, who specializes in live-fire cooking fully on view in the open kitchen.
Ride the Ascent glass elevators up 1,301 feet on the outside of the 93 stories up super-tall skyscraper One Vanderbilt to Summit One Vanderbilt, a new panoramic attraction near Grand Central Station. The mirrored infinity room, Air, offers trippy, reflected views of the surrounding city and landmarks, including the nearby Empire State Building.
The divas of Six playing the full-throated wives of Henry VIII, or a gender-bending version of Stephen Sondheim’s Company? A Michael Jackson dancing double in MJ The Musical or Hugh Jackman in the throwback The Music Man? Possibly 007’s Daniel Craig in Macbeth? Broadway is back with an embarrassment of riches. Trust your travel advisor to get you close to the footlights for a classic New York evening.
Steep in the view, part two: Ask your travel advisor to book you a late afternoon soak at QC NY, the new Italian-owned water-focused spa with saunas, steam chambers, massage and meditation rooms, and more, on 172-acre Governors Island — just a six-minute ferry ride from Lower Manhattan and Brooklyn in New York Harbor.
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Lean on your trusty advisor to get you a reservation at the hot new Coby Club, a subterranean cocktail lounge in Chelsea, inspired by San Francisco’s Chinatown, circa 1959. Settle into a tufted sofa with a Flaming Dragon (Green Chartreuse and Bacardi) for a nightcap while you enjoy a pop-up performance in cabaret or burlesque styles.
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FAIRMONT ORCHID KOHALA COAST, HAWAII, USA Discover The Fairmont Orchid, a luxury Hawaiian resort and spa beautifully located on the majestic Kohala Coast. Immerse yourself in an authentic Hawaiian island vacation experience, surrounded by 32 oceanfront acres of lush tropical gardens, cascading waterfalls, and a tranquil white sandy beach and lagoon. HOTEL DETAILS Number of rooms: 540 Neighborhood: Kohala Coast Local interests: Private beach, endless views, coastline
FAIRMONT WATERFRONT VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA An urban haven located on Vancouver’s dynamic harborfront, Fairmont Waterfront offers laidback West Coast luxury in the heart of downtown, and is the perfect choice for the eco-minded traveler. This Forbes four-star property is connected to the best of all the city has to offer and features floor-to-ceiling views of the inner harbor and mountains. HOTEL DETAILS Number of rooms: 489 Neighborhood: Downtown Vancouver Local interests: Cruise ship terminal, Historic Gastown, Stanley Park Seawall
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HOTEL LE FONTANELLE BERARDENGA, SIENA, ITALY Nestled in the heart of Chianti Classico, this five-star resort offers modern conveniences and wonderful views. Exclusively designed in traditional style, every detail was chosen to preserve the elegant atmosphere. Hotel Le Fontanelle is a sanctuary of authentic Tuscan beauty. HOTEL DETAILS Number of rooms: 36 Neighborhood: Pianella Local interests: Wine, dine, wellness, sightseeing, excursions
MAZAGAN BEACH & GOLF RESORT EL JADIDA, MOROCCO This expansive resort covers more than seven kilometers of beachside. Whether visiting as a couple, a family, or a group of friends, enjoy 15 restaurants and bars, a golf course and spa, and countless activities for a truly memorable stay.
HOTEL DETAILS Number of rooms: 492 Neighborhood: Between two Unesco heritage cities: El Jadida and Azemmour Local interests: Seaside resort, 15 restaurants and bars, casino
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Buckingham Palace
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LONDON In June, Queen Elizabeth II and the entire United Kingdom celebrated the monarch’s Platinum Jubilee marking her 70th year as head of state with pomp and circumstance in the form of royal parades, horse races, and street festivals. Here’s how to make the most of a day in London, where a “Superbloom” of 20 million seeds sown in the moat of the Tower of London marks the anniversary all summer.
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Trust your travel advisor to scare up a few of the much-in-demand tickets to tour Buckingham Palace, a seasonal opportunity only available July 22 to October 2. Of the 775 rooms in the royal residence, tour-goers will be able to see the 19 State Rooms, in which the Queen welcomes foreign dignitaries, and the Throne Room, where official royal wedding photographs are taken. Bonus: Add on a guided tour to the palace gardens while you are chez Windsor. From the Palace, take a walk around stately Westminster to do some landmark box-ticking. See Charles Dickens and Elizabeth I’s tombs at Westminster Abbey. Take some snap shots of the UK parliament. Don’t forget to salute Big Ben, finally free of scaffolding after a fiveyear refurbishment, its clock tolling every quarter hour.
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Make your way across the Thames to the new Borough Yards, a shopping and dining district that revives the area’s original medieval street pattern, blending contemporary and traditional architecture. Pull up a stool at the marble bar of Barrafina Borough Yards to watch the chefs prepare your tapas.
Have your travel advisor reserve a table at the trendy Sessions Arts Club, located in the former judge’s dining room of a Clerkenwell courthouse. Despite its history, there’s nothing starched about its new incarnation, a clubby, art-filled and artfully crumbling – for effect – interior with soaring ceilings; a dramatic set for chef Florence Knight’s seasonal dishes. Described as “decadent and sexy” this club is part artists’ commune, part chic hotel.
The Victoria & Albert Museum is stuffed with the kinds of collections you’d imagine in the most curious of attics — wallpaper, hats, manuscripts, ceramics — a permanent collection of 2.27 million objects covering 5,000 years of human creativity. Among Britain’s most beloved contributions, “Beatrix Potter: Drawn to Nature” explores the much loved author’s illustrations as a scientist, farmer, and creator of characters including Peter Rabbit, plus more than 200 personal objects including coded diaries, letters, and landscape sketches.
While the West End offers tantalizing productions aplenty (including an acclaimed revival of Cabaret), put your advisor in charge of tracking down tickets to the immersive show experience, The Burnt City in outlying Woolwich. Punchdrunk theatre company is known for its deconstructed approach — in its breakthrough version of Macbeth called Sleep No More, audiences wandered among rooms at will to see different scenes. The Burnt City, its latest offering, focuses on the fall of Troy, with performances lasting up to three hours, and six entry times per day (through December). Toast your day with a sundowner at Lyaness, a hotspot from mixologist Ryan Chetiyawardana, known as Mr. Lyan, which opened just pre-pandemic and is already on the World’s 50 Best Bars list. Five seasonally rotating ingredients — perhaps grass with malt or oyster honey — star in original cocktails. Leave it to your advisor to secure a coveted reservation at the sophisticated bar overlooking the Thames from Southbank.
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PARK HYATT MILANO MILAN, ITALY Park Hyatt Milano officially reopened in May 2022, after extensive renovations, and continues to be an international emblem of contemporary luxury. Noteworthy is the exclusive new gastronomic restaurant Pellico 3 with its innovative menu by Chef Guido Paternollo, and the AQVAM Spa for wellbeing and relaxation. HOTEL DETAILS Number of rooms: 106 Neighborhood: Milan City Center, a short walk away from Duomo Square Local interests: Duomo Cathedral, Galleria Vittorio Emanuele, La Scala Opera House
TERRANEA RESORT RANCHO PALOS VERDES, CALIFORNIA, USA A hidden gem on the Los Angeles coast, this 102-acre oceanfront resort is surrounded by tranquil waves for the ultimate escape from the ordinary. Spread out in spacious bungalows, casitas, and villas and discover the delectable dining, award-winning spa, golf, four pools, and adventures on land and sea. HOTEL DETAILS Number of rooms: 582 Neighborhood: Palos Verdes Peninsula, Los Angeles County Local interests: Ocean adventures, tidepooling, hiking, spa, golf
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THE COVE AT ATLANTIS PARADISE ISLAND, THE BAHAMAS Located between two private white sandy beaches, this luxurious oceanfront resort offers an exclusive adults-only pool with poolside gaming and entertainment, private beachside cabanas, celebrity chef dining, spa, golf, and so much more. Enjoy full access to the world of Atlantis Paradise Island. HOTEL DETAILS Number of rooms: 600 Neighborhood: Paradise Island Local interests: Dolphin Cay, Aquaventure Water Park
THE PENINSULA HOTELS GLOBAL The name Peninsula is synonymous with romance, glamour, and style. These hotels are in some of the world’s most exciting cities and offer stunning facilities, world-class service, and a unique combination of tradition, heritage, innovation, and glamour. Guests can enjoy a hotel stay unlike any other whether on business or leisure. HOTEL DETAILS Number of locations: 10 Locations: New York, Chicago, Beverly Hills, Paris, Bangkok, Manila, Tokyo, Hong Kong, Shanghai, Beijing Under development London and Istanbul Service style: A unique combination of tradition, glamour, innovation, and service
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THE RITZ-CARLTON, CANCUN CANCUN, QUINTANA ROO, MEXICO One of the most elegant resorts in the country, The Ritz-Carlton, Cancun, reflects Mexico’s rich architectural heritage in an atmosphere of magnificent sophistication. Minutes from lively attractions, the resort features guest rooms overlooking the Caribbean Sea, a 1,200-foot beach, sculpted outdoor swimming pools, a full service spa, and unique, award-winning restaurants. HOTEL DETAILS Number of rooms: 363 Neighborhood: Cancun’s Hotel Zone Local interests: Mayan archaeological sites, shopping malls
THE RITZ-CARLTON, VIENNA VIENNA, AUSTRIA A casual yet impeccably luxurious retreat on the iconic Ring Boulevard in Vienna’s cultural heart. Offering a holistic 21st-century guest experience, this is where legendary service and imagination blend. Staying here crafts memorable experiences, bringing together a destination-inspired restaurant and bar scene, splendid accommodations, and an enriching spa. HOTEL DETAILS Number of rooms: 201 Neighborhood: First District City Center Local interests: History, architecture, classical arts, food and wine
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THE WESTIN MAUI RESORT & SPA LAHAINA, HAWAII, USA Just steps away from the stunning Pacific Ocean, The Westin Maui Resort & Spa, has redefined the “luxury getaway” on the iconic Kā’anapali Beach in Maui, with the transformed Hōkūpa’a tower offering guests exclusive access to The Lānai and its one of a kind culinary and cultural experiences. HOTEL DETAILS Number of rooms: 769 Neighborhood: Kaʻanapali Local interests: Kāʻanapali Beach, Walcoco by chef Chris Kajioka, iconic six-pool aquatic playground, The Lānai
WALDORF ASTORIA MONARCH BEACH RESORT & CLUB DANA POINT, CALIFORNIA, USA Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club is the perfect blend of Southern California’s legendary laid-back luxury and the iconic culture of true Waldorf service. Perched on 175 acres atop a 150-foot seaside bluff, this elegant AAA Five-Diamond retreat offers both indulgence and inspiration — from oceanfront culinary experiences to unique coastal adventures. Celebrate a love for the beach, passing memories and moments from generation to generation. HOTEL DETAILS Number of rooms: 400 Neighborhood: Orange County Local interests: Beach, Mission San Juan Capistrano, Dana Point Harbor, and Disneyland
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Seattle scenery
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SEATTLE With cruise ship travel back at full strength — the Port of Seattle has 295 sailings scheduled — Alaska bound sailors may find themselves in Seattle with time to explore. Here’s how to take full advantage of your pre- and post-trip day in the Emerald City.
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The birthplace of Starbucks in the ‘70s, Seattle is a coffee-lover’s mecca, not just for the original craft roaster, but for all the micro-roasters that followed in its wake. In Belltown, stop into Fulcrum Café, where fifth-generation Costa Rican coffee farmer Blas Alfaro supplies nuanced beans and baristas make original lattes (think: toasted black sesame, brown sugar, and oat milk). Take in the expressionist abstractions of the human form in Alberto Giacometti: Toward the Ultimate Figure, a special exhibition at the Seattle Art Museum (July 14 to October 9). Focusing on the Swiss sculptor’s postwar major achievements from 1945 to his death in 1966, the collection brings together 60 works including sculptures, paintings, drawings, and figurative masterpieces in his elongated, textured style.
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Head to Pike Place Market, Seattle’s landmark greenmarket and food hall, to ogle the giant Dungeness crab, massive salmon, and colorful flower stalls. You can pick up all kinds of souvenirs — locally-grown saffron, small-batch chocolate, handmade ceramics, and more — and graze among the food vendors serving tuna poke, fresh pasta, and falafel. Among newcomers, Maiz makes heirloom corn tortillas, freshly pressed for tacos, and masa for tamales.
Culinary creativity and an infectious sense of inclusion are captured in chef Kristi Brown’s dishes at Communion Restaurant and Bar. She calls her style “Seattle soul,” with a menu that includes handcrafted hummus with black-eyed peas, Washington-farmed clams and mussels, and catfish po’ mì. Tap your advisor to secure a table at this hard-to-book restaurant in the Central District.
Next to Seattle’s iconic Space Needle, get lost in the magic of glass artist Dale Chihuly at Chihuly Garden and Glass. Organic blooms, feathery shrubs, and aquatic plants rendered in vibrant glass spring to life in a centerpiece Glass House, eight dramatically lit galleries and a surrounding garden. The 100-foot-long suspended flower chain in the Glass House comprises — count ‘em — some 1,340 pieces of orange, amber, and yellow glass flowers.
Tune into Seattle’s legendary music scene with a trip to one of its newly reopened venues, including Sea Monster Lounge presenting funk, soul, and jazz acts, or the Belltown Yacht Club — word is grunge legends Nirvana used the basement space as a studio and rehearsal hall — for rock, punk, and R&B. Don’t miss the club’s impressive 16-foot-long sculpture made of broken and discarded instruments donated by local musicians.
Wander through the nearby nine-acre Olympic Sculpture Park to take in works by Richard Serra, Alexander Calder, and Louise Bourgeois, along with a beach on Puget Sound and views of the Seattle waterfront. Alongside its considerable culinary strengths, Seattle makes great beer. Head for happy hour to Belltown to sample the range of IPAs at Cloudburst Brewing Company. The tasting room in a former loading zone of a 120-year-old building, only adds to the charm.
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