Elite Traveler January-February 2018

Explora Patagonia Hotel Salto Chico PATAGONIA, CHILE A captivating landscape of glaciers, lakes and mountains is the setting for this unique hotel in the middle of Torres del Paine National Park (a Unesco biosphere reserve). Overlooking the sapphire waters of Lake Pehoé with stunning views of the Paine Massif, the hotel features calming interiors within its striking architectural envelope, plus hydromassage baths to unwind after a day exploring. The activities offered include daily guided treks and boat trips to the Grey glacier. Or head to 2 de Enero ranch, the resort’s 14,830-acre equine facility, to explore on horseback —you’ll easily spot the Salto Chico waterfall the hotel is named after. Exploradores suite from $2,900 per night. Contact Gabriel Zanelli Varrá, hotel manager, gzanelli@explora. com, +56 223 952 580, explora.com/patagonia-hotel

Sandy Lane Hotel HOLETOWN, BARBADOS

The allure of the Sandy Lane Hotel is not hard to grasp — the resort features three world-class golf courses, an extensive spa facility spanning well over 40,000 sq ft and a series of exquisite dining options (Tiger Woods, Oprah Winfrey and Michael Jordan are all fans). Whether you want to play a round of golf on the Tom Fazio–designed Green Monkey course, take a ride in the resort’s GPS-fitted golf carts or simply relax by the vast pool (equipped with an underwater sound system), the hotel really does have everything. Sandy Lane Suite from $30,000 per night. Contact Michelle Babb, customer relationship manager, mbabb@sandylane.com, +1 246 444 2075, sandylane.com