Elite Traveler HRS 2017-2018

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Welcome Modern life is exhausting. The way we live is so demanding that even on vacation, many of us still check our email and take conference calls. Downtime is essential in order to avoid burnout. It’s not only good for our health, it also helps us perform better post- vacation. So set your out of office, pack your suitcase and jet off on an escape. And we’ve got a heavenly collection to entice you — from the idyllic atolls of the Maldives to the plains of South Africa, the historic manor houses of England to the snow-capped mountains of Switzerland, we’ve got you covered. No matter where you choose to go, our style section has your wardrobe sorted with exclusive advice from the designers themselves, and a sneak peek at what they never travel without. If you wouldn’t dream of going on vacation without a Bond-worthy collection of gadgets, check out our technology page, where we’ve rounded up our must-haves for any adventure, including the crème de la crème of luggage to pack it in. For those looking for more than just a little time out, we’ve got just the thing to improve your quality of life long after the trip has ended. If you’re one of the 70 million US adults who struggle with a sleep disorder, you’ll be all too aware of how much a lack of sleep can hugely impact our day-to-day lives. We’ve found the top sleep-focused retreats to help address rest problems with bespoke programs and relaxing treatments. As always, if there’s a destination you think we should visit, please drop us a line at editorial@elitetraveler.com

Gstaad Palace, Gstaad, Switzerland

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Photo Yannick Andrea

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