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Even when you’re staying at one of the best hotels on the planet, it can be the view that leaves the most lasting impression. From Patagonian peaks to iconic landmarks, these are the best hotel views in the world. Awasi Patagonia, Chile Torres del Paine National Park is one of those landscapes you can never... View Article

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Bioluminescence, glowing coral and creatures that only show up when it’s dark make snorkeling and diving at night an experience you won’t forget in a hurry. See the ocean in an entirely different light from each of these remote island resorts. Jean-Michel Cousteau Resort Fiji As the resort of ocean explorer and environmentalist Jean-Michel Cousteau... View Article

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By Holly Rubenstein This story originally appeared in the July/August 2018 issue of Elite Traveler. Iceland is a land of gushing waterfalls, steaming hot springs, mammoth glaciers and double rainbows. A mysterious, otherworldly island, it showcases vast and stunning landscapes. At its heart, the world’s most northerly capital, Reykjavík, offers the  perfect base for a hip... View Article

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As fall comes around each year, so do the myriad opportunities for idyllic trips along the East Coast to see the foliage as it turns from a lush green to the vibrant orange, red and yellow shades of fall. Some points along the coast are especially enchanting at this nostalgic time of year, including Chatham... View Article

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Today marks the launch of a brand new experience in Scotland, the Hebridean Whisky Trail connecting four of the region’s great distilleries. Setting a route between Isle of Raasay Distillery, Torabhaig Distillery, Talisker Distillery and the Isle of Harris Distillery, this 115-mile journey takes in the dramatic landscapes of Skye, Harris and Raasay as well... View Article

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This story originally appeared in the July/August 2018 issue of Elite Traveler. If you have never been on a cruise, now is the time to go. Companies have listened to what passengers want and have thrown conventional cruising out the window. Gone are the days of reserved tables with uninspired cuisine, the famous baked Alaska for... View Article

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This year was a momentous one for Oceania Cruises as it marked the luxury cruise line’s 15th anniversary of sailing the world. But this celebration is being followed by an even more significant milestone for the fleet. This week, Oceania announced the launch of OceaniaNEXT – an ongoing initiative to enhance every aspect of the experience... View Article

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In April of this year, Jan Tibaldi took the reins as new general manager of One&Only Reethi Rah, one of the Maldives most legendary resorts having remained at the top of luxury hotel rankings since it opened in 2005. In an interview with Elite Traveler, Tibaldi talks about the island’s unique appeal, the importance that’s... View Article

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Wherever you are, the likelihood is that you’re far too hot. A heatwave has swept across the world leaving everyone floundering as to what to do with themselves. The season which usually has us all yearning for sunny holidays has instead left everyone dreaming wistfully of ice and cool breezes. To ensure you can enjoy... View Article

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As Afternoon Tea Week returns to London from the 14th to 20th August, the city’s most luxurious hotels are pushing out all the stops to celebrate this great British tradition. From classic high teas to modern variations, here’s our pick of the best places to indulge. Rosewood London Continuing its award-winning Art Afternoon Tea series,... View Article

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As one of Asia’s most celebrated hotel designers, Andre Fu has received worldwide attention for his collaborations with fashion brands such as Louis Vuitton and Cos, and luxury hotel projects, which have most recently include the spa of Villa La Coste in Provence and the soon-to-be-completed Waldorf Astoria Bangkok. Opening at the end of August,... View Article

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The luxury travel specialist known for its especially creative travel concepts, Black Tomato, has come up with its latest travel experience – this time in partnership with Christian Oth Studio. Combining both companies’ passion for storytelling, the newly launched Jetsetters concept centers an extraordinary trip to the destination of your choice around your own editorial... View Article

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