Looking ahead at holiday retreats? When everyone is talking about heading home, you and your loved ones can go on an ultimate adventure or get whisked away to a relaxing lodge. I’m sharing several incredible once-in-a-lifetime destinations for every type of holiday traveler — and gift ideas from renowned hotels to keep on your radar.
Ahead of the Holidays: Festive Getaways for Every Traveler
From sunny shores to winter wonderlands and the far-flung adventures between, here are some of my favorite resort destinations for holiday memories. Regardless of your travel style, I can offer exclusive benefits at these five properties when you book a festive getaway.
FOR THE ADVENTURER: GALÁPAGOS ISLANDS
Pikaia Lodge
Hidden in a secluded giant tortoise reserve on the edge of an extinct volcanic crater, Pikaia Lodge is a gateway to explore many of Earth’s treasures sustainably. This lodge is designed for the environmentally conscious adventurist who seeks close contact with the incredible wildlife, vast landscapes and stunning beauty of the Galápagos.
FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY: COLORADO
Eleven Taylor River Lodge
The perfect setting for families and the friends who have become family, Taylor River Lodge is where blue skies, emerald pines and granite cliffs frame your adventures. Located on the outskirts of Crested Butte in Taylor Canyon, this riverside destination is the ultimate holiday cabin retreat, and fishing is at the heart of the experience.
FOR THE ROMANTIC: TURKS AND CAICOS
COMO Parrot Cay
At COMO Parrot Cay, you’ll relish in luxury at a beachfront house or villa with whitewash interiors and chic teak finishing. Each accommodation option has its own private pool and butler service — an ideal setting for holiday relaxation. If you’re seeking even more room to relax and play, private homes are available to rent.
FOR THE OUTDOOR ENTHUSIAST: ICELAND
Eleven Deplar Farm
This Iceland lodge is in the Fljót Valley on the mountainous Troll Peninsula — a gateway to skiing, sea kayaking and stargazing. Here, you can view the spectacular Aurora Borealis due to the region’s notable lack of artificial light. Deplar Farm imitates its natural landscape with black timber cladding and a living roof.
FOR THE BEACH-GOER: INDONESIA
Nihi Sumba
Explorers say a visit to Nihi Sumba is not an escape from life, but the return to a life well-lived. Every detail of the rooms — crisp white bed linens on canopy beds, handmade chocolate in the mini bar, sweeping panoramic views of the Indian Ocean — will make you and your loved ones feel at home, yet completely transported for the holidays.
HOTEL KEEPSAKES: TAKE YOUR TRAVELS HOME
When an extra day at your dream destination isn’t possible, the next-best option is packing the memory in your suitcase. The latest edition of OLTRE Magazine shares several destinations with some of the world’s most luxurious hotel keepsakes — I’m talking the best chevron beach towels, jackets, crisp-white shoes and more. These items make great mementos for yourself or the perfect holiday gifts for your loved ones back home.
Travel Inspiration
AmaWaterways
Discover river cruising with AmaWaterways. Enjoy 20% savings when you reserve your Europe or Mekong River cruise by Sept. 30, 2023. Choose from a variety of enriching experiences that connect you to the history, culture, gastronomy and people of every visited destination.
Holland America
With over 150 years of sailing to the seven continents and through the five oceans and 50 seas, Holland America Line is globally renowned as an expert in long voyages. To commemorate our historic anniversary, we are reintroducing these Legendary Voyages with extended itineraries.
Oceania Cruises
Oceania Cruises offers more than 8,000 immersive, educational and unique tour choices in its 600-plus ports of call. Travelers can choose to explore iconic bustling cities, lesser-known gems and tranquil islands in the same sailing thanks to the line’s destination-intensive itineraries.
Roadtrips Sports Travel
From the Summer Games and World Cup to the Monaco Grand Prix, Masters, Super Bowl and Kentucky Derby, you can see the top sporting events around the world. Experiences include top hotels, viewing and event tickets. All inclusions help to create your sports travel dreams.
Scenic
Experience the voyage of a lifetime in Antarctica — a world of exquisite natural beauty, where wildlife is abundant and brings awe-inspiring moments each day. Scenic Eclipse, The World’s First Discovery Yachts™, blends technology with 6-star luxury for unrivaled exploration.
Viking
As The World’s Leading River Line, Viking® believes in offering you extraordinarily well-designed voyages that bring you closer to the cultures of the world with itineraries designed to help you explore and engage with your destination through its food, culture and customs.
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