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Few aspects define a luxury hotel better than the highly-personalized service, but how personal can you get in this new world of social distancing? The Four Seasons Chat App is looking to strike the balance. Four Seasons has already won awards for its industry-leading app, which was released last year, but now it has come... View Article

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With Covid-19 set to change the way we travel for the foreseeable future, luxury hotels and resorts around the world are having to adapt to meet new expectations. One early trend is a growing demand for space and privacy. That could mean heading to the great outdoors or, for those with the means, choosing a... View Article

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If you are looking for places to travel this year, Portugal is likely to be near the top of your list. The European country has been relatively unscathed by the Covid-19 pandemic and has been praised for keeping infection rates low despite its proximity to Spain, one of the hardest-hit nations. Portugal’s success means Six... View Article

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The Covid-19 pandemic is likely to keep our feet grounded this year, and even the jet-set elite are looking for home-based holiday alternatives. When the lockdown is eased enough to allow for a countryside retreat, social distancing measures will be in place for the foreseeable future. Only the hotels that can offer enough personal space... View Article

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Las Ventanas al Paraíso, a Rosewood Resort was preparing for another busy season in Los Cabos when the Covid-19 pandemic brought the travel industry to a complete halt. Having worked hard to introduce new safety protocols and improve the already-meticulous hygiene standards, the luxury resort is now preparing to reopen its doors to guests on... View Article

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Restaurant Le Meurice Alain Ducasse, one of the most fabled restaurants in Paris, has launched a new takeout menu to ensure the city’s epicureans can continue to feast of fine dining throughout lockdown. France has been one of the countries hit hardest by the Covid-19 pandemic and has had one of the strictest social lockdowns... View Article

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Note: This article originally featured in the Spring issue of Elite Traveler and was written prior to the Covid-19 pandemic. The hotels, bars and restaurants mentioned may be closed at the time of reading. Follow the latest government advice on travel. Hurricane Irma devastated the island in 2017, but when the community banded together and... View Article

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Cheval Blanc St-Tropez has announced its plans to reopen for its second season from June 18 2020. The announcement comes as a ray of light for the French tourism industry following several months of lockdown caused by the Covid-19 pandemic. Set amongst ancient pinewoods, dazzling sun and crystal-clear waters, this intimate Maison – the fourth... View Article

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With over 300 rivers rushing through it and densely wrinkled mountains as emerald-hued as Hawaii’s, Dominica is a different kind of Caribbean. Adventure travelers have long been wise to the wonders of the Lesser Antilles outpost that lies between Guadeloupe and Martinique, thanks to its renowned hiking and whale watching (a resident pod of sperm... View Article

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Located on the shores of delightful Paradise Bay, Mandarin Oriental, Bodrum opens for the holiday season on May 20, with some enticing treats including new wellbeing and extra night packages. As ever, the comfort, health and safety of our guests and employees is our primary concern and we also understand the need for flexibility when... View Article

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The Covid-19 pandemic has devastated the world and tragically impacted people and businesses across the globe. As our world looks to the future, the travel industry is creating solutions to put travelers at ease and using this time to implement innovative practices to make for a more seamless, convenient and meaningful experience. Adam Deflorian, CEO... View Article

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Although so much is uncertain about the upcoming months, many of us are dreaming about being able to travel again. Once the worst of the Covid-19 pandemic is behind us, a vacation will be the first on many people’s lists. But what will we want to do? The ongoing situation has changed our world views,... View Article

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