Elite Traveler January-February 2019

THE ST. REGIS NEWYORK NEWYORK, NEWYORK, USA

Staying at The St. Regis New York makes you feel like a part of its century-old history. The hotel was built in 1904 (it’s a New York landmark) and many aspects of that turn-of-the- century detail remain. Exquisite murals decorate the ceiling of the lobby, which is replete with marble, and lavish crystal chandeliers dangle from the high ceilings. The opulence of the Presidential Suite is no different, only with added contemporary furnishings in lush fabrics that make you feel at home. Large windows look out onto Central Park and Fifth Avenue, allowing you to observe the hustle and bustle from the peace and quiet of your suite. Top suite Presidential Suite from $35,000 per night Ride in style Have your butler call for the hotel’s Bentley Mulsanne, which can take you to nearby shops, restaurants and shows. Contact Katie Donald, director of sales and marketing, katie.donald@stregis.com, +1 212 339 6743, stregis.com

PARKHYATTNEWYORK NEWYORK, NEWYORK, USA

Across the street from Carnegie Hall and just one block from Central Park, all 25 floors of the Park Hyatt exude contemporary glamour. Each room is oversized — and those seeking a home away from home should book the Presidential Suite, which mixes sophisticated and high design with comfort and sensibility. It was renovated June 2018 by design duo Drake/Anderson into a grand living space flooded with natural light with a massive velvet couch, marble end tables and marble flooring. The highlight of the property is the saltwater pool on the 25th floor. Underwater, a curated soundtrack from Carnegie Hall plays. Stop by Spa Nalai before or after you take a dip to feel true stillness in the city that never sleeps. Opt for a warm-stone massage, a hydrating body wrap or a facial. Top suite Presidential Suite from $30,000 per night Arts and culture The hotel provides hard-to-access special tickets and backstage previews of shows at Carnegie Hall. Contact Angus Pitkethley, director of sales and marketing, angus.pitkethley@hyatt.com, +1 646 774 1301, hyatt.com

THE CLOISTERAT SEA ISLAND SEA ISLAND, GEORGIA, USA

THE VENETIAN LAS VEGAS, NEVADA, USA

Mediterranean-style The Cloister is one of three main accommodations at Sea Island resort, a five-mile-long island off the coast of Georgia. You’re greeted at the grand structure with towering palms and an ambient-lit lobby. Southern hospitality is infused into every detail —don’t be surprised if the attentive staff know your name upon arrival. Sea Island’s Georgian Room keeps an exciting fine-dining tradition alive with a seven-course menu featuring grilled octopus, truffle soup and sottocenere. After dinner, the Georgian Room Lounge awaits. Sit by the fire enjoying a vintage port from the extensive list. Top suite Three-bedroomOcean View Suite from $800 per night Hit the links Play a round at one of three world-class courses at Sea Island: Seaside, Plantation or Retreat. The newGolf Performance Center improves your game with the help of golf instructors who have worked with PGA pros. Contact BenWambaugh, associate director of reservations, reservations@seaisland.com, +1 855 572 4975, seaisland.com

This suite-only hotel has the expected opulence and energy of a Vegas resort paired with attentive and efficient staff that help you book reservations or deliver quick late-night room service. When you book the four-bedroom Chairman Suite, it’s possible you won’t need to leave the comfort of your 8,000-sq-ft abode. After all, TVs are installed in just about every room, you have your own gym, sauna and a private pool on your balcony, lined with plants and small trees to ensure complete privacy. Top suite Four-bedroom Chairman Suite from $15,000 per night Don’t miss Take a break from the craziness of Vegas with a treatment at the on-site, world-renowned Canyon Ranch Spa. A salt grotto, wave room, Finnish sauna, hydro spa and herbal laconium await you after your treatment. Contact Suzanne Valella, executive director of hotel operations, suzanne.valella@sands.com, +1 702 414 1502, venetian.com

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