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The Venice Simplon-Orient-Express. The name alone suggests luxury, adventure, intrigue. And, for the literary minded, occasional murder! It’s a once-in-a-lifetime experience for a reason: It’s appeared in so many films, posters and novels that its name has become almost mythical, almost legendary. Even before the pandemic hit, we were all rediscovering the luxury of slow... View Article

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In Big Sur, a 90-mile sweep of cliff-edged terrain, California’s Highway 1 corkscrews along dramatic bluffs more like a portal to an otherworldly place than a famous journey for road trippers. Ever sheathed in diaphanous fog, the route exudes a mood of mystical possibilities. As its bluffs careen in a free fall to the churning... View Article

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Any Four Seasons opening is guaranteed to catch the eye of the team here at Elite Traveler, with the global hotel group synonymous with high levels of luxury and impeccable service. A new Four Seasons resort on a winery in Napa Valley, on the other hand, is causing serious excitement. Tucked away in the charming... View Article

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When Ted Turner bought the sprawling 550-acre Vermejo Park Ranch in northern New Mexico from motor oil giant, Pennzoil, back in 1996, his goal was simply to “save everything”. But the media mogul had a long and difficult road ahead. The property had changed hands countless times over the previous century, to the detriment of... View Article

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A bustling metropolis famed for its towering skyscrapers and vibrant arts scene, Toronto never slows down. But step foot inside the bright, airy lobby of 1 Hotels’ newest outpost and you leave the city behind. Nature is the star of the show here. Behind the reception desk, the wall is carved using stone from the... View Article

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Arizona’s bounty of rust-colored canyons and saguaro-laden vistas will easily enchant on a road trip, but it’s the unexpected that excites. Home to 22 sovereign American Indian communities, alpine forests and a robust collection of artists’ colonies, the Grand Canyon State proffers an abundance of eclectic exploration possibilities. While pecans and citrus fruits flourish in... View Article

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There’s something magical about spending Christmas in New York City and it’s not just the promise of snow. From ice skating at the Wollman rink in Central Park to the countless light installations and winter markets, it’s hard to think of a better setting for getting in the holiday spirit. And with this year’s gigantic... View Article

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Last year our holiday lights were a bit dimmed, our festooned trees and decorations shared with fewer than usual, and our festivities sorely limited. This Christmas, those lights twinkle brighter — especially at hotels and touristic attractions, which long to have you back beneath their mistletoe and amongst their sparkling holiday glam and gild. Making... View Article

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In a major achievement for sustainable tourism, Inkaterra has recently been crowned as the world’s first climate-positive hotel group, thanks to eco-conscious initiatives and offsetting efforts across its portfolio of luxurious Peruvian properties. The accolade was awarded based on an investigation by GreenInitiative, a United Nations-recognized organization that helps companies across a broad spectrum of... View Article

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South Korea’s bustling capital never slows down. No matter the time, day or night, you’ll always find something to do. But for those looking to escape the stresses of city life, there is another way to immerse yourself in Korean culture. Beyond the towering skyscrapers and busy streets, hundreds of ancient Buddhist temples lie waiting... View Article

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With its balmy summers, white sandy beaches and impressive architecture, Spain might not be the first place that springs to mind when considering the destination for your next ski vacation. But as the second most mountainous country in Europe, Spain boasts over 30 exhilarating (and often overlooked) ski resorts that are less crowded than their... View Article

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Thanks to its mountainous terrain, the US is home to some of the best ski resorts on earth. In fact, 37 out of 50 states boast operating ski areas and there are thought to be in excess of 470 ski resorts across the country, spanning California to Maine.  With all that choice, it can be... View Article

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