The Betsy - South Beach, Miami, Florida

 

In a sea of South Beach art deco, The Betsy – South Beach stands out as a jewel of colonial hospitality. Reopened in 2009, this stately belle offers the service and gentility of a by-gone era.

 

Black walnut hardwood floors. Plush four-poster beds. Sunlight streaming through plantation-style shutters. These are the enchanting details you'll find at The Betsy – South Beach.

The Betsy – South Beach experience is exactly what you would hope (but be hard-pressed) to find in a hot spot like Miami Beach.

If you don't want sand in your suit, you can opt for The Deck, a rooftop sun lounge that offers an unobstructed view of the ocean, the sun, and the stars in the evening, and includes a zen garden and spa treatments for those who really want to unwind.

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Tivoli Ecoresort Praia do Forte, Salvador, Brazil

 

Tivoli Ecoresort Praia do Forte is an ecologically responsible resort to the north of Salvador, Bahia. At a time when eco-tourism is on the rise and destinations are trying to be increasingly "green," this is a place that is refreshingly and transparently sincere in its efforts to blend with its natural environment.

Brazil is a land of incredible biodiversity, and Tivoli Ecoresort Praia do Forte is no exception to that rule. Care is taken that the sensitive natural surroundings are not harmed, and the resort's simple architecture does not detract from the stunning sights of the surrounding area.

At Tivoli Ecoresort Praia do Forte, guests are treated with the same respect as the environment, and your stay will be one of luxury, ease, and incredible comforts... a perfect combination when coupled with peace of mind.

 

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Sugar Beach, a Viceroy Resort, St Lucia, Caribbean

It feels as though the sweetness of the sugar cane from this old St. Lucia port inspired every aspect of Sugar Beach, a Viceroy Resort, a subtle but stylish resort at the foot of the Pitons.

In rooms, and throughout a variety of villas, colonial pieces flirt with a modern approach, and large, cozy beds await you come sundown. Just a short stroll away, Sugar Beach glistens in the sunshine, demonstrating how it garnered its namesake. Offshore, kayaking, snorkeling, and sailing make for wonderful ways to lose an hour or five.

Between floating in the large, central pool, and drifting in and out of consciousness at the spa, you may feel a tad peckish The food? Think surf and turf in the most elegant way possible. At sunset, grab a drink at the Bayside Bar. Later, do your best Jack Sparrow impression at the Cane Bar - a rum-runner's paradise.

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The Naka Island, Phuket

When it's time for a vacation from your vacation, cleanse your body and soul at The Naka Island, Phuket, an exceptional way to unwind.

Located on Phuket’s Naka Yai Island, the resort preaches holistic wellness in its food, activities, and landscaping. 67 guest rooms offer minimal tropical design, plunge pools, and all the western comforts you are accustomed to. Spa Naka is earning a huge reputation thanks to an eclectic mix of therapies performed by expert therapists using exclusive Comfort Zone products from Italy, or local Thai Products. Best of all, access to the spa facility is complimentary for all guests.

For action, try mountain biking, rowing, or engaging in one of the many water sports on offer. But to really understand The Naka Island, Phuket, one needs to experience its wellness facilities. Indonesian, Thai, Chinese, and Indian, therapies range from body rubs and holistic fitness, to stress-reducing practices and disease prevention.

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Adore Home Magazine

Check out the latest issue of Adore Home Magazine that you can read online now! http://www.adoremagazine.com

 

 

 

Adore Home invites you into inspirational homes, looks at the latest products on the market and whisks you away to gorgeous holiday destinations. 

 

 

The February/March issue also features Escape to Paradise Oasis Cushions in Palm Trees & Palm Trees Aloe fabrics. 

 

Head over to pages 14 and 185 to check them out, then purchase them online here ----> www.escapetoparadise.com.au ;)

 

 

 

WHERE I WANT TO BE: Conrad Maldives Rangali Island

Sometimes, luxury means never having to put your shoes on. Between the warm waters of the Indian Ocean, the hourglass-quality white sands, and the casually exotic environs of your beach or overwater villa, give your tired tootsies a break at the Conrad Maldives Rangali Island Hotel.

This tropical paradise actually occupies two connected islands, each with their own charms. Walking the illuminated bridge between them as the sun sets, you'll see stingrays swimming in the crystal blue water. With seven world-class restaurants, a glass-floored spa that sits over the sea, and a wine cellar dining room to impress any oenophile, this is decidedly deluxe island living.

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WHERE I WANT TO BE: Alila Villas Soori, Bali

 

 

 

In a land already known as one of the most beautiful vacation destinations in the world, Alila Villas Soori in Bali somehow manages to invent a whole new level of style and sophisticated luxury.

 

Alila Villas Soori in Bali, recently opened, may be new, but it is difficult to imagine it having not been there. Surrounded by mountains, verdant rice fields, and black-sand beaches, this distinguished property overlooking the Indian Ocean blends seamlessly into its surroundings.

Individual villas are generous with space and light, and contain all the critical design elements and amenities associated with modern luxury living.