Elite Traveler July-August 2018

PRESIDENTIAL SUITE THE ST. REGIS NEW YORK, NEW YORK Just steps from Fifth Avenue, The St. Regis New York is within easy walking distance of many of the city’s sites, fromCentral Park and theaters to museums, such as MoMA. In addition to this superb location, the hotel hosts a bespoke Family Traditions program that includes activities and experiences from in-suite toys to tours and picnics. The most family-friendly accommodation is the sprawling Presidential Suite, which also appeals to adults thanks to the eclectic and original decor with pieces from around the world. Available as a 3,000-sq-ft two-bedroom suite or a 3,350-sq-ft suite with three bedrooms, this space comes with an elegant dining room, cozy lounge, wood- paneled library and kitchen. The floor-to-ceiling windows let light flood in, allowing you to experience the spirit of the Big Apple. From$35,000 per night. Contact Katie Donald, director of sales andmarketing, katie.donald@stregis.com, +1 212 339 6717, stregisnewyork.com

BEACHFRONT RESIDENCE SUGAR BEACH, A VICEROY RESORT, ST LUCIA The Beachfront Residence is set on the dreamy white sand of Sugar Beach with incredible views of the Caribbean Sea. Designed by Michaelis Boyd Associates, the five-bedroom residence is located away from the main resort so you and your family have complete privacy. Enjoy the uninterrupted views of the Unesco World Heritage-listed Pitons from the 1,1654-sq-ft infinity pool or take a stroll down to Glenconner Beach through the private entrance. If you’re on a multi-generational family vacation, Sugar Beach has a range of fun activities to suit young children and teenagers, as well as tours and excursions for the whole family. We recommend a sea tour — look out for spinning dolphins and Orca whales. From $5,900 per night. Contact Mark Sterner, general manager, mark.sterner@viceroyhotelsandresorts.com, +1 800 235 4300, viceroyhotelsandresorts.com

MIRAMAR THREE-BEDROOM SUITE FOUR SEASONS RESORT COSTA RICA AT PENINSULA PAPAGAYO, COSTA RICA

Lush forests, abundant wildlife and wild sandy shores define Costa Rica and distinguish this resort, which is built into the hillside. In the three-bedroomMiramar Suite, the 4,219-sq-ft indoor–outdoor space immerses you in nature, with spectacular ocean views from the terrace and infinity pool, a lawn with an outdoor fireplace and an alfresco dining area where you’re catered to by the resort’s culinary team. Stroll over to the resort for chocolate-making classes using local cacao, visit the kids’ pool or play Xbox 360 in the teen center. If the outdoors is calling, hike nearby forest trails, attend luxury surf school on the resort’s beach or accompany a guide to see iguanas and monkeys in the wild. From $9,850 per night. Contact Julieta Carli, reservation manager, julieta.carli@fourseasons.com, +506 2696 0000, fourseasons.com

THE BULGARI VI LLA THE BULGARI RESORT DUBAI, DUBAI

Since it opened in 2017 on Jumeirah Bay Island, The Bulgari Resort Dubai has been in the spotlight for its striking Antonio Citterio Patricia Viel design, but with residential- style villas, the resort is also proving popular with families. The complex is connected to the coast of central Dubai by bridge and designed to replicate a Mediterranean village, featuring Bulgari’s first-ever marina and yacht club, which includes a beach club with children’s pool and the Little Gems Club for kids. In addition to being the resort’s biggest accommodation, the 5,812-sq-ft three-bedroom Bulgari Villa gives has its own beach, a huge oval pool and imposing garden. Despite its immense size, the villa feels intimate and cozy with warm decor in earthy tones. Private security ensures you and your family are in safe hands. From$3,267 per night. Contact Pep Lozano, general manager, dubai@bulgarihotels. com, +971 477 755 55, bulgarihotels.com