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ANNUAL EDITION 2019/2020

Hotels, Resorts &Spas

THE LUXURY DESTINATIONS EDITION

Enjoy overwater bungalow living at Kudadoo Maldives Private Island, p98

Antima is a family-run company developing exclusive, furnished properties. By pursuing excellence and quality in every project, Antima has established some of the most prestigious homes around the world. We have a handful of beautiful estates for sale at the moment. For more information please contact us:

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Amillion enchanting moments. Between you and endless blue.

COSTA MUJERES (CANCUN-MEXICO)

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Dive into the pleasure of enjoying life, your way. Unleash your most sophisticated desires in the spectacular pools at TRS Coral Hotel. Are you craving something from the Balinese bed? We’ll cater to your every need. International à la carte restaurants, Zentropia Palladium Spa & Wellness and Chic Cabaret & Restaurant await you on your luxury vacation for adults only. With Infinite Indulgence ®, it´s all included. Book your stay at TRSHOTELS.COM or call +34 971 926 486

Enviable beachfront setting. Breathtaking interiors. Unmatched levels of service.

For more information or to book your stay call +971 4 777 2222 or visit mandarinoriental.com/dubai

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Welcome Where should I travel to next? It’s one of life’s most difficult questions. And reading this issue is not going tomake your decisions any easier. And what to wear on your journey?We show you how to look like a local in our fashion pages, whether that’s embracing the boho-chic vibe in St Barths or how to look like an expert skier on the pristine slopes of Whistler, Canada. As the world’s frequent travelers spend more time on the road, a focus on wellness and healthy food isn’t just a nice-to-have amenity at a hotel — it’s a requirement. If you’re looking to maintain or improve your fitness, properties have dramatically improved their on-site gyms and incorporated outdoor programs. We take a look at how Technogym brings you into nature in Las Vegas (really). And many places are now offering more medical treatments with a roster of doctors advising. Wellness has even extended to the high seas; we round up the best cruise lines for every kind of wellness journey, whether you’re looking for the best at-sea fitness classes, spa treatments or even a comprehensive raw-food program focusing on organic, vegan cuisine. And where to go?We’ve scoured the world, highlighting the best and most beautiful hotels and resorts for relaxing and exploring. Expect divine spas with locally inspired treatments; superb restaurants with fresh, organic produce and local meats; and excellent insight into the surrounding culture and sights. InMexico, find dreamy beach retreats with magical margaritas, heartfelt service and global cuisine. There are plenty of European jaunts as well, some that are a short drive from London but feel a world away, and seaside hotels in Greece, Croatia and Spain. Of course, the resorts in the Maldives have perfected the art of barefoot luxury, whether it’s an overwater bungalowwith private butler service or a midnight meal for two on a deserted beach. Wherever you choose, be well-prepared with the ultimate tech gadgets, such as a camera so precise it was used during the Apollo 11 mission, and what some deem the Rolls-Royce of telescopes so you can see the stars up close. We hope to help you choose the perfect vacation and, as always, if there is somewhere you think we should visit, drop us a line at editorial@elitetraveler.com

El Arco in Los Cabos

Emma Reynolds visits the stunning Ocean House in Rhode Island

Kristen Shirley went to Puerto Rico for the opening of St Regis Bahía Beach

This year, Emma headed south to

Kristen finds the best way to relax after exploring India’s sights and culture is a stay at a sublime Oberoi hotel

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Discover Style

Inspire

Americas

30 Women’s fashion Style guides for Kenya, St Barths, Aspen and Los Cabos 32 Men’s fashion What to wear in Brazil, Italy, Patagonia and Whistler 34 Watches Daily sport watches that are just as elegant as they are versatile 36 Beauty The benefits of cryotherapy and where to try it

22 Technology The gadgets to use for the best stargazing on the planet 24 Cruises Keep up with your health on these luxury cruise lines 26 Spirits

40 Fitness on the go Hotels and resorts are

48 T he Hay-Adams 49 Hotel del Coronado 50 Ocean House 52 Noelle Nashville 53 The Post Oak Hotel at Uptown Houston 54 Four Seasons Hualalai 55 Stonewater Cove Resort and Spa 56 Kamalame Cay 57 Ocean Club, a Four Seasons Resort 58 The St Regis Bahía Beach 61 The Cape, a Thompson Hotel 62 Grand Velas Los Cabos

amping up fitness offerings and gym

amenities for health- conscious travelers 42 Follow your gut Gut and inflammation are intrinsically linked — these resorts offer top-notch treatments to get your health back on track

The best wineries around the world

64 Grand Velas Riviera Maya 66 Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit 68 Hacienda Encantada 69 Vista Encantada

70 Marquis Los Cabos 72 Viceroy Los Cabos

70 Marquis Los Cabos

Your cabin. Your canvas.

The possibilities are infinite with spacious configurations and bespoke interiors.

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Europe, Middle East, Africa

Asia Pacific

76 The Alpina Gstaad 77 Baden-Baden 78 Chewton Glen

98 Kudadoo Maldives Private Island by Hurawalhi 100 Baros Maldives

102 JAManafaru 103 Joali Maldives 104 Jumeirah Vittaveli 106 Miskawaan Health Group 107 Miskawaan Luxury Beachfront Villas 108 North Island

79 Diaoyutai Mansion Frankfurt 80 Mayia Exclusive Resort & Spa

81 Monkey Island Estate 83 Nobu Hotel Ibiza Bay 84 The Phoenicia 85 Santo Maris Oia Luxury Suites & Spa 86 Six Senses Douro Valley 87 Suvretta House 88 Villa Orsula 90 JA Enchanted Island Resort 93 Park Hyatt Zanzibar 94 The Royal Mansour Marrakech

110 The Oberoi Rajvilas 111 The Reverie Saigon 112 The Ungasan

100 Baros Maldives

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Klein Constantia, South Africa This historic wine estate in Cape Town, South Africa was established in 1685. Today, it produces some of South Africa’s most celebrated wines in a captivating setting Page 26

Page 22 Technology Astrotourism is having a moment — head to South Africa or the Sahara and see for yourself. Capture the cosmic wonder of the night sky with the best gadgets around. Page 24 Cruises Stay on track with your fitness regime with cruises that offer excellent wellness classes and restaurants serving inspired raw vegan cuisine. Page 26 Spirits Wineries combine two of life’s greatest pleasures: great travel and great wine. Cheers!

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Technology by Samantha Coles

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SAHARA STARGAZING On a seven-day trip exploring Morocco’s medinas and mountains with Niquesa Travel, a luxury pop-up camp will be set up for you among the Saharan dunes. The dunes can be accessed by 4x4 or, for a really authentic excursion, hop on a camel and journey across the desert. When the sun goes down, an expert astronomer will join you to search the skies and spot constellations and shooting stars, followed by a feast around the campfire. To capture the magic of the night sky, you need a camera that’s up to the job. Aldrin and Armstrong used a Hasselblad model during the Apollo 11 mission, so you can rest assured that its cameras have the capabilities to capture even the most momentous occasion. We love the new X1D II 50C— it has a toybox full of impressive features, from the high-resolution 50-megapixel CMOS sensor to the “Natural Color Solution” technology that delivers tones to match what the human eye sees. From $5,750, hasselblad.com From $9,715 per person. Contact Mark Allvey, managing director, travelteam@niquesa.com, +44 203 829 8080, niquesatravel.com

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The raw portobello mushroom dish, part of SeaDream’s vegan raw-food program

TAKE THREE/// WELLNESS PROGRAMS

by Emma Reynolds Cruises

WELLNESS AT SEA

The next wave of wellness-focused travel is here. Luxury cruise lines are introducing holistic programming through healthy cuisine, fitness excursions and mindfulness practices that even the most dedicated wellness gurus will love

BEST SPA CELEBRITY CRUISES

Celebrity Edge had her inaugural voyage in late 2018, and among her impressive features is the sprawling 22,000-sq-ft spa. Immerse yourself in the many tranquil corners of the spa’s outstanding Sea Thermal Suite, which includes a hammam, crystalarium, salt room, infrared sauna, float room, heated-tile loungers (above) and rainfall water therapy. celebritycruises.com

SeaDream Yacht Club defies your typical cruise-ship experience: Its ultra-luxe ships, SeaDream I and SeaDream II , can each host just 112 guests, meaning that every moment feels more like a private yachting vacation than a cruise. Now, SeaDream brings one of the world’s healthiest food trends aboard with a new vegan raw-food program. Though raw food has long been popular on the ultra-healthy scene, it is rarely done in such an elegant way, and never before has it been brought to the high seas. Its proponents believe that keeping food in its original state by not heating it above 118 degrees Fahrenheit preserves essential vitamins and micronutrients, which can be reduced when ingredients are cooked. SeaDream’s executive chefs developed an organic, sustainable and locally sourced raw-food menu to bring aboard its ships that doesn’t

sacrifice ingenuity or delectable flavors. The menu is full of gourmet dishes including Asian-style curry salad, made of spinach and coconut-meat ‘noodles;’ spicy cauliflower mash and sun-dried tomato marinara; and even guilt-free dessert options like raw avocado key-lime pie. Sugar-free or gluten-free? No problem— exclusive menus and experiences can be made on request if you have a specific allergy or aversion. There is also a juice bar with green juices and wheatgrass should you want your veggies all in one go, as well as an extensive tea menu with blends exclusive to SeaDream. Complement your health journey with sunrise yoga and tai chi classes on the rooftop deck; a run around the outdoor track; or a sweat session in the state-of- the-art gym. seadream.com

BEST FOR MINDFULNESS SEABOURN

Seabourn has partnered with Dr AndrewWeil, an integrative medicine practitioner, to bring guests the best classes and treatments for their physical, social and spiritual well-being. Each ship has a mindful living coach (who are certified yoga and meditation teachers) that guide classes and seminars on how to be more relaxed and present. seabourn.com

BEST FITNESS CLASSES LINDBLAD EXPEDITIONS

Lindblad is known for adventurous itineraries, including its newMexico itinerary, Wild Baja Escape: Serenity & Sea Life in the Sea of Cortez. The trip, which takes place aboard National Geographic Venture , has plenty of fitness activities. Stand-up paddleboard and kayak, snorkel with sea lions, hike desert shorelines, and take part in beach yoga. expeditions.com

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Hapag-Lloyd Cruise’s international luxury liner MS EUROPA2 has been rated the best cruise ship in the world by the Berlitz Cruise Guide every year since she launched in 2013. With the highest space-to-guest ratio of any ship in the world, the 500-passenger ocean liner gives the comfort and luxury of the finest resorts with the adventure of the open sea. EUROPA2 ’s size allows access to the smallest ports and gives you the opportunity to visit some of the world’s most remote and exclusive locales. The newly launched expedition ship, the HANSEATIC inspiration , brings you closer to nature than ever before, with the same focus on luxury and comfort. The 230-passenger ship will bring you to the wonders of Antarctica, the Amazon, and even the Great Lakes via the St Lawrence River, all in the luxury and comfort of the brand-new, five-star ship. CONTACT service@hl-cruises.com, hapag-lloyd@kainyc.com, +1 212 239 7997, +1 877 445 7447, hl-cruises.com

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by Emma Reynolds Wine

From bucolic Provence to the rolling hills of Napa Valley, today’s top wineries are a destination within the destination. Come for glasses of your favorite varietals, stay for the beautiful and historic estates

KLEIN CONSTANTIA CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA Story has it that a Dutch East India commander first planted vines in 1652 in a section of land known today as Klein Constantia. It’s one of the oldest wineries in the world, was mentioned in Jane Austen’s Sense and Sensibility and was supposedly favored by Napoleon Bonaparte. Set on 360 acres at the foothills of the Constantiaberg mountain range, Klein Constantia is a modernly appointed winery steeped in history. Enjoy curated cheese plates and wine pairings (including vintage bottles from the wine library) at The Bistro before touring the expansive grounds. Ancient trees and views over Constantia Valley delight from any vantage point. Klein Constantia is most well-known for its dessert wines: Try the naturally sweet and award-winning crown jewel of the vineyard, Vin de Constance. kleinconstantia.com

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AO YUN YUNNAN, CHINA

CHÂTEAU DE BERN E PROVENCE, FRANCE

LVMH-owned Ao Yun is the first luxury wine to come out of China, and it took winemaker and estate director Maxence Dulou more than four years to find the perfect region in China to produce the wine. Located in an extremely remote region near the foothills of the Himalayas along the banks of the Mekong River, the vineyards are run by local farmers whose families have inhabited the land for centuries. Every step of the process is done by hand (machinery isn’t allowed on the land), from planting the grapes to stomping them. The vineyards are located 7,200 ft above sea level, and the region boasts climes similar to Bordeaux. Only a handful of lucky people are allowed to visit per year due to its remote location. If you can’t make it to China (or the front of the waiting list to visit the vineyard), enjoy its two current vintages. lvmh.com

The family-run Rudd Oakville Estate is located in the heart of a region that many consider to yield the best Cabernet Sauvignon in California, which is exactly what Rudd is so revered for. Rudd Winery (opened in 1996 by the late Leslie Rudd) aims to deliver an experience above all — one rooted in love for wine. The family hopes to create meaningful experiences at many of Rudd’s on-site attractions, including the lush winery, charming Boathouse, the 20,000-sq-ft caves housing all of its barrels, the Wine Library and the Greenhouse. The entire property has a modern-yet- rustic aesthetic that appeals to oenophiles and design aficionados alike. The estate is currently run by Leslie’s wife, Susan, and his daughter, Samantha, who is a vintner. Visits are by appointment only. ruddwines.com

Situated in the heart of Provence, the Relais & Châteaux hotel and vineyard, Château de Berne, is a sprawling 1,400-acre property dating back to Roman times, when its vines were first planted. Today, it’s one of the region’s most revered vineyards with a five-star hotel, spa, fine dining and, of course, wine tastings in the heart of the French countryside. The vineyards produce red, white, sparkling and rosé wines, whose flavors reflect fresh and fruity notes. Enjoy the pastel-colored furnishings, fragrant flowers at every turn, al fresco dining patios shaded by olive trees and incredible cuisine at the one-Michelin- starred restaurant, Le Jardin de Benjamin. For wine, you can choose from a guided tasting or special packages with the vintners for a behind-the-scenes look at the secrets of winemaking. chateauberne.com

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La Dolce Vita Soak up the sun at Le Sirenuse, a charming hotel on Italy’s Amalfi Coast. Let the red facade and surrounding flora inspire your vacation style for your next jaunt to Italy. Page 32

Page 30 Women’s fashion Planning a vacation? Here’s what to wear for every type of trip and locale, including Kenya; Aspen, Colorado; St Barths; and Los Cabos. Page 32 Men’s fashion A style guide to this year’s hottest destinations: Whistler, Canada; Amalfi Coast, Italy; Patagonia, Chile; and Brazil. Page 34 Watches Everyone needs a sporty watch, whether you’re participating in an activity or cheering from the sidelines.

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Women’s fashion by Emma Reynolds

Elevated ruffles in Mexico, a gauzy dress in St Barths, shearling boots in Aspen or utilitarian-yet-fashionable army pants in Kenya. Wherever you go, your next vacation should be filled with the season’s most fashion-forward pieces

LOS CABOS MEXICO

ST BARTHS CARIBBEAN

Stay at… Las Ventanas al Paraíso, rosewoodhotels.com

lvia Furmanovich iniature painting earrings 18K yellow gold with 89 carats orange pphires and .2 carat amonds, $17,600, 300, silviafurmanovich. m, Poupette St Barth e floral wrap dress, $321, ytheresa.com, ncient Greek Sandals egari sandals, $285, cient-greek-sandals.com in 2. sa di B N 7 co Jo m A Fr an ergdorf Goodman in ew York, +1 212 753 Si m

Eugenia Kim Ricky visor, $245, eugeniakim.com, Johanna Ortiz Wild Youth ruffled one-piece swimsuit, $545, modaoperandi.com, Sensi Studio box handbag, $342, sensistudio.com

Stay at… Le Barthélemy Hotel & Spa, lebarthelemyhotel.com

KENYA AFRICA

ASPEN COLORADO

Stay at… The Little Nell, thelittlenell.com

PerfectMoment Aspen sweater, $250, perfectmoment.com, Rossignol hat, $40, rossignol. com, Chanel shearling boots, $1,800, Chanel in New York, +1 212 355 5050, chanel.com

Leica Q2 camera, $4,995, leica-camera.com, Veronica Beard Adrina Army pants, $328, veronicabeard.com, Prada nylon backpack, $1,420, Prada in NewYork, +1 212 334 8888, prada.com

Stay at… ol Donyo Lodge, greatplainsconservation.com

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Men’s fashion by Emma Reynolds

Whether you’re basking in the sun in Positano, Italy, hiking alongside glaciers in Patagonia, exploring the Brazilian jungle or skiing in Whistler, Canada, Elite Traveler has rounded up the perfect outfits for every type of vacation

POSITANO ITALY

FOZ DO IGUAÇU BRAZIL

Montblanc sunglasses, $345, montblanc.com, Onia Eddy linen shirt, $135, onia.com, Frescobol Carioca Rio Riviera swim shorts, $220, frescobolcarioca.com

Lock & Co Hatters panama hat, $370, mrporter. com Vilebrequin Mahina swim trunks, $290, vilebrequin.com, Manolo Blahnik Alfa loafers, $575, manoloblahnik.com

Stay at… Le Sirenuse, sirenuse.it

Stay at… Belmond Hotel das Cataratas, belmond.com

WHISTLER CANADA

PATAGONIA CHILE

Burton Anon goggles, $230, burton.com, Moncler 1952 jacket, $2,325, Moncler in New York, +1 646 768 7022, moncler.com, Bomber skis, $1,900, bomberski.com

Aspesi shirt, $478, aspesi.com, Brunello Cucinelli sport sack, $3,495, Brunello Cucinelli in NewYork, +1 212 334 1010, brunellocucinelli.com, Tod’s navy hiking boots, $645, Tod’s in NewYork, +1 212 644 5945, tods.com

Stay at… Four Seasons Whistler, fourseasons.com/whistler

Stay at… Awasi Patagonia, awasipatagonia.com

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Watches by Emma Reynolds Not every occasion calls for a dress watch and, more often than not, you need more than one timepiece for daily activities and casual events. Whether you’re physically participating in a sport or simply want to change it up day to day, each of these sporty watches offers a laid-back look alongside high levels of mechanical and technological innovation

IWC BIG PILOT’S WATCH PERPETUAL CALENDAR SPITFIRE IWC is one of the most notable brands in watches when it comes to aviation, and the Pilot’s Watch collection (including the Spitfire) is inspired by a watch worn by Royal Air Force pilots in 1948 . Using an in-house movement seen via the sapphire caseback, the perpetual calendar watch has a dual-hemisphere perpetual moon phase that displays the date, day, month and year, has small hacking seconds and a seven-day power reserve for long missions. The olive-green dial, bronze case and leather strap give the watch a rugged, military-esque feel, and each wearer will appreciate its ode to history. $28,200 in bronze, IWC in New York, +1 212 355 7271, iwc.com

CHOPARD MILLE MIGLIA CLASSIC CHRONOGRAPH ZAGATO 100TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION Italian car design firm Zagato has been a friend of Chopard since the 1970s, when the Mille Miglia races were revived. To celebrate the 100th anniversary of Zagato (founded in 1919), Chopard has collaborated with the Italian brand to launch a limited- edition anniversary timepiece. The chronograph is an homage to the race that brought them together, complete with influences from Zagato’s Italian car design heritage, seen through the brand’s sporty Z motif on the lacquered red dial and a black leather band recalling Italian leather seats. $6,890 in stainless steel, Chopard in New York, +1 212 223 2304, chopard.com

OMEGA SEAMASTER PLANET OCEAN TOKYO 2020 LIMITED EDITION Omega is the official timekeeper of the 2020 Summer Olympics in Tokyo, so it’s only fitting the brand delivers a sporty watch honoring Japan. This limited-edition timepiece (there will be just 2,020 pieces) has a polished white-ceramic dial and bezel ring, and a stark-white strap with a special nod to the host country: The tip of the central seconds hand is fashioned with a red dot, like the country’s flag, and the number 20 on the bezel is filled with red liquid ceramic. It’s also certified master chronometer with a 55-hour power reserve. $7,450 in stainless steel, Omega in New York, +1 212 207 3333, omegawatches.com

ROLEX YACHT-MASTER 42 Traditionally designed for yachting, Rolex’s Yacht-Master line is ideal for water-based journeys. The Yacht- Master 42 houses the Calibre 3235 movement and has useful features for yachting and sailing, such as stop- seconds for precise time-setting, a Triplock triple waterproofness system that works up to 100 meters, long- lasting blue luminescence and a bidirectional rotating bezel to calculate accurate sailing times. It’s not often you see an Oysterflex band in black paired with a black-ceramic dial, which is why this piece adds a cool factor to your watch collection whether you’re an avid sailor or love the sport. $27,800 in 18K white gold, Rolex by Wempe Jewelers in New York, +1 212 759 8278, rolex.com

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Enjoy a unique and high-end experience Because your time is precious, Sion Airport gives you an easier and quicker access to famous ski resorts, spas and golfs in the heart of the Alps to make the most of its sunny weather and its 2 400 km of ski slopes. Your week-end is just a fly away.

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THE FACIAL A combination of heat and cold is your best bet for skin that glows for not just hours after your facial, but days. At the New York Dermatology Group on Fifth Avenue in New York, gentle microdermabrasion, cryotherapy and LED light therapy are all combined to create a medical-grade treatment. Expect tightened pores and smooth, purified skin, with results that stay with you long after you’ve left the chic facility. $300, nydgwellness.com

Beauty by Samantha Coles

Cool it Cryotherapy may sound

a little out there — willingly subjecting yourself to below-

freezing temperatures — but it is thought to have a whole host of benefits: reducing inflammation, increasing muscle recovery, boosting metabolism, strengthening the immune system, relieving mild insomnia and jet lag, and improving collagen levels and elasticity of the skin. Read on for how to try it

THE FULL BODY At the iconic Hôtel de Paris in Monaco (above), cryotherapy is available in the Thermes Marins Monte-Carlo spa. Whereas many cryotherapy sessions involve a bodysuit, the facilities here have two different chambers, meaning you can go in with a plus one for moral support as well as get the full-body benefits. Wearing nothing but your swimsuit, thick socks, gloves and a mask to cover your ears, nose and mouth, you’ll enter the first chamber. It is set to -76 degrees Fahrenheit, and you’ll spend 10 seconds here before being instructed to move into the next chamber, which is set to -166 degrees; you can spend up to three minutes in it. The entire time you’re in the chambers, there is music playing. You can see the therapist through the large windows and can choose to leave at any time. The result? You’ll feel energized and brighter, and your skin will be clear and glowing as the extreme temperatures help to eliminate toxins and encourage cell renewal. From $60 per session, montecarlosbm.com

THE AT-HOME SOLUTION For a targeted at-home solution, try Teresa Tarmey’s cryo ball. The surgical-grade steel ball is small, but ever so mighty, and will leave your skin feeling brilliantly refreshed. Keep it in the fridge and gently roll it all over your face — it works wonders on puffy, dehydrated skin and helps to eliminate dullness. It’s particularly lovely to use after a flight, or a long day in the city. It contains freeze-retaining fluids, and the cold temperature paired with the rolling technique also helps to sculpt saggy skin. From $265, teresatarmey.com, harveynichols.com

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Page 40 Fitness on the go Say goodbye to the stale hotel gym. Hotels and resorts are investing in world-class equipment and programs that make it easy to take your fitness with you on the road. Page 42 Follow your gut Studies show that disease starts in the gut. Spas and resorts around the world are creating intensive programs to help you improve gut health and, ultimately, your quality of life.

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Forget what you think you know about hotel gyms. Hotels and resorts around the world are creating high-end fitness centers and programs to answer the demands of travelers who want tomaintain, and even improve, their fitness while on the road.

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Recently, there has been a paradigm shift in the wellness industry. Just a few years ago, wellness might have referred solely to nutrition or relaxation. But today it means a myriad of components, encompassing healthy foods, workouts, digital detoxing and even sustainable practices, all under one umbrella. And we don’t just care about wellness at home; global wellness tourism is a booming market that, in 2017 (according to the Global Wellness Institute) generated $639.4 billion and is projected to reach $919.4 billion by 2022. Not only has our approach to wellness changed, but it has changed the way hotels approach their amenities. Enter the hotel gym. Gone are the days of a small room with a treadmill and free weights; hotels and resorts are now attracting the health-focused traveler with sprawling fitness centers featuring personal trainers who can create robust itineraries at the snap of a finger, top-of-the-line equipment and hundreds of fitness classes. With this unique access, hotels are becoming a destination within a destination. Aria Casino & Resort in Las Vegas has one of the most comprehensive fitness programs in the country. The resort enlisted the help of Italian technology-driven gym-equipment brand, Technogym, to outfit the hotel’s fitness center. Included in the new gym are the brand’s newest, most innovative offerings, including its smart-connected technology. The 6,000-sq-ft fitness center is appointed with Technogym’s sleek contemporary equipment, ambient lighting and floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the pool area. “Fitness is becoming a huge consumer trend,” Nerio Alessandri, founder and CEO of Technogym, exclusively tells Elite Traveler . “When it comes to fitness, people, especially the more sophisticated population of travelers staying at luxury hotels, are becoming more demanding. That’s why a quality hotel needs to offer state-of-the-art equipment both in terms of technology and style — the same kind of equipment people expect to find in the best fitness and sports centers.” Technogym (which has been the official supplier of the Olympic Games since 2000) was the one of the first gym companies in the world to digitize the fitness experience through its connected ecosystems of products, devices and apps, including the proprietary Mywellness app. The app is available to anyone who works out on Technogym equipment, and it allows you to sync your profile with any machine to track your progress, including your biometric data. Even those new to training can learn how to properly do exercises by watching demos on each machine’s HD LED screen. When you enter your personal data and fitness goals, the program will suggest how many reps to do and transfer that information to the app. To give guests the most in-depth Technogym experience possible, a personal trainer at Aria will set up a customized workout plan for you using the app for the duration of your stay and beyond —meaning that your trainer doesn’t have to physically be with you to help you increase your level of fitness. Outside the confines of a gym, fitness can encourage you to explore, whether it’s a beach workout, a run on the Thames or hiking Red Rock Canyon. “Technogym really changes wellness on the road: While staying at hotels, users can keep up with their training programs, stay connected with their personal trainers, and take part in specific programs promoted by the hotel,” Alessandri says. “Thanks to Technogym, users can connect from the hotel gym—while they are on holiday or traveling for business — to their personal training program from their gym at home, or they can replicate on the treadmill their favorite outdoor run.” Today, people are traveling more than ever before and are also more health-conscious. With hotels investing in enhanced fitness programs and amenities, it can be almost effortless to stay in shape while on the go.

Aria Casino & Resort in Las Vegas has a 6,000-sq-ft fitness center, fully outfitted with Technogym equipment

TechnoGym’s Skill Line treadmill

FOLLOW THE LINK BETWEEN GUT HEALTH AND OVERALL WELL-BEING IS NOT TO BE UNDERESTIMATED. THE WORLD’S BEST SPAS ARE TAKING NOTE your gut

Two of the biggest enemies of our health are inflammation and an unhealthy gut. Inflammation is the root of all illness: Autoimmune conditions, asthma, diabetes and even cancer are caused by inflammation in the body. A recent study by the European Molecular Biology Organization stated that both molecular and epidemiological research have suggested that inflammation is linked to a broad range of non-infectious diseases. Of course, life-threatening or chronic illnesses are often hard to miss, but low-level inflammation can affect our bodies on a daily basis in such a way that we might not realize something is wrong; it’s more just an ‘off’ feeling. While inflammation plays an important role in repairing damage to our bodies — if you cut yourself shaving or have an especially rigorous workout, inflammation helps to fix the problem — it’s when the body doesn’t know to stop that problems arise. Another important health aspect, our guts, should not be ignored. It is not just physical illness that poor gut heath can create; the link between mental health and gut health should not be underestimated. The gastrointestinal tract and the brain are intimately connected, and recent studies by Harvard Medical School have shown there is a strong link between depression and gut heath. A troubled intestine can send distress signals to the brain, and vice versa. This is by no means a new discovery, as the famous Greek physician Hippocrates once said, “All disease begins in the gut.” While the old adage is certainly true in this instance (eat healthy, sleep well, work out regularly), gut health is a bit more complex. Luckily, gut health is en vogue , so many of the world’s top spas and resorts are adding programs and treatments to accommodate the trend.

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BÜRGENSTOCK HOTELS & RESORTWALDHOTEL Obbürgen, Switzerland

THE SELMAN Marrakech, Morocco

You’ll find the Bürgenstock resort high in the hills above Lake Lucerne, and the dedicated health resort, Waldhotel, looks like a dystopian tree house from the outside: It’s the world’s largest gabion structure, and wooden pergolas frame and protrude from the building. Inside, it’s calm and serene with light colors and more wooden accents. Despite the fact that there are medical facilities within, it doesn’t feel sterile in the slightest; there’s a homey library and lovely restaurant with exceptional views. The technologically advanced amenities available can help fight inflammation and boost immunity, and the hydrotherapy can assist with any mobility issues. There’s a huge number of programs available, and each one requires a checkup by in-house doctors to assess the current condition of your health: You’ll get a bespoke program designed specifically for you and any areas you want to improve. From $5,400 per night. Contact Robert Herr, general manager, reservations@burgenstock. ch, +41 41 612 6000, buergenstock-waldhotel.ch

With views of the Atlas Mountains on the horizon, acres of manicured gardens, one of the longest swimming pools in Morocco and resident Arabian thoroughbreds, The Selman’s location is tranquil enough as it is. But venture to the Espace Vitalité Chenot spa: It is hidden away through a garden of lush jungle and offers traditional and medical treatments in a sublime setting. The ‘Chenot method’ is the culmination of 45 years’ experience and research, and stems from the belief that most problems arise from poor digestion; The Selman is the only Chenot outpost in Africa. The Biolight detox lasts from three to 10 days and includes an individual assessment, custom treatments (the bio-energetic body massage uses suction cups and is excellent for draining and depuffing) and a special diet to detoxify and make the body more alkaline. From $600 per night. Contact Kamil Ennadifi, general manager, info@selman-marrakech. com, +212 524 459 600, selman-marrakech.com

ANANDA IN THE HIMALAYAS Uttarakhand, India

Perhaps one of the most famous ayurvedic resorts in the world, Ananda is a rite of passage for those who take their wellness seriously. The location alone is enough to lull you into a state of bliss: It is surrounded by lush forest and overlooks the Ganges River Valley in the Himalayan foothills. The award- winning resort has something to suit everyone, from healing experiences to beauty treatments and, of course, ayurvedic experiences, but there’s also a ‘visiting masters’ program where expert teachers, therapists and doctors from around the world visit the resort for workshops and private sessions. While the programs available are excellent (especially the yoga and detox options), we love the integrative healing program. It focuses on preventative healthcare and is especially beneficial for those with chronic ailments such as diabetes, cancer, obesity, hypertension, hormonal imbalances, sleep apnea, thyroid disorders, PCOS and auto-immune disorders, or if you have a family history of these illnesses and want to prevent the onset. The full program is 90 days in total, and begins with a consultation and treatment with Luke Coutinho, a holistic lifestyle coach, followed by a bespoke five-day retreat at Ananda. Coutinho and his team create diet plans and custom lifestyle management tips for the following days to completely overhaul your lifestyle. Contact Luke Coutinho, holisitc lifestyle coach, lukeandananda@rightconnections.in, anandaspa.com

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