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Green Getaway in Costa Rica
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Green Getaway in Costa Rica

Taking a holiday from the Holidays at a resort that encourages guests to explore the country.

Words by T. Cole Rachel, Illustration by Joy Scull
The Power of Paradise
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The Power of Paradise

The Four Seasons Resort Lanai cultivates the potency of the tiny island’s intoxicating culture and nature.

Words by Alexa Wilding, Photography by Laura La Monaca
The Best Spa Experiences of the Year
Body and Mind

The Best Spa Experiences of the Year

Our editors’ picks for restorative, rare self-care experiences.

Words by Elissa Polls, illustration by ahonen & lamberg
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Japanese-Inspired Wellness in the Hamptons
Self-Care

Japanese-Inspired Wellness in the Hamptons

Shou Sugi Ban House in Water Mill, New York, provides a moving weekend of alternative medicine.

Words by Alexa Wilding, Photography by Chris Mottalini
The warm interior of the reception lounge at Meadowood’s spa.
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Luxury, Napa-Style

Meadowood in St. Helena is an intimate escape in the middle of wine country.

Words by Nina Renata Aron, Photography by Yoshihiro Makino
The entrance to the spa at the Royal Mansour hotel in Marrakesh, Morocco.
Body and Mind

In Search of Red Gold

Tracing the origins of the ancient ingredients that make their way to the Royal Mansour, home to the finest spa treatments in Marrakesh.

Words by Elissa Polls, Photography by Ilyass Nazih
Alone With My Thoughts ... and a Horse
Body and Mind

Alone With My Thoughts ... and a Horse

An unfiltered account of my weekend at the Miraval Berkshires retreat.

words by Sophie Mancini, illustration by ahonen & lamberg
A cocktail at Banyan Tree’s Thai restaurant, Saffron.
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Take Me Away

Hidden in the heart of the Riviera Maya, Banyan Tree Mayakoba offers a dreamlike escape from the everyday.

words by nina renata aron, Photography by Pia Riverola
Nayara Resorts, Costa Rica. Photography by Mark Hartman.
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A Sustainable Future

Three luxury properties provide insight and inspiration for environmentally conscious travelers.

words by t. cole rachel, photography by mark hartman
The Great Spa Towns of Europe
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The Great Spa Towns of Europe

Take a dip into UNESCO’s recently designated therapeutic springs.

words by adam h. graham, photography by kata geibl
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