Elite Traveler May-June 2016

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Hamilton Princess & Beach Club is set among lush greenery with spectacular harbor views

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CAMBRIDGE BEACHES RESORT & SPA

ROSEWOOD TUCKER’S POINT

HAMILTON PRINCESS & BEACH CLUB

TAKE THREE/// LUXURY HOTELS IN BERMUDA Pink sand beaches, endless blue skies and great golfing – it’s worth risking the infamous Triangle for some downtime on this island gem

Boasting four private beaches, this resort is the ultimate relaxing getaway. There are water sports on offer and the hotel can arrange private sunset cruises. There are two tennis courts, an infinity pool, spa, yoga and three acclaimed restaurants. The Ocean Pool cottage – where the Clintons stayed – starts at $1,099 per night. cambridgebeaches.com

Part of the Rosewood portfolio, this elegant 200-acre resort has a private beach, spa, fitness center, tennis courts and golf club. Feast on Bermuda lobster amid fine antiques in The Point restaurant. The room to book is The Walsingham Suite, with views of Castle Harbor waterfront, from $3,500 per night. rosewoodhotels.com

Bermuda’s grand dame, with 400 rooms, is one of the largest hotels on the island. Overlooking Hamilton Harbor, it has been named the official host hotel for the 2017 America’s Cup. Water sports are a specialty, while a day spa with a poolside yoga pavilion is a relaxing alternative. The Penthouse Suite starts at $5,000 per night. hamiltonprincess.com

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Little Black Book: Lisbon Daniela Fonseca, concierge at Four Seasons Ritz Lisbon, on her must-sees in the Portuguese capital

Best restaurant: The two-Michelin-starred Belcanto. I recommend the Lisboa menu. Also try Alma in Chiado, run by chef Henrique Sá Pessoa. It has a table in front of an open kitchen where you feel part of the action. belcanto.pt almalisboa.pt

Best custard tarts: “Portugal is famous for its pasteis de nata and the best place to try one is Aloma, in Campo de Ourique. It began as a family business, but now they’re opening branches all over Lisbon.”

Best kept secret: “Largo do Intendente is a newly renovated

Best shopping: “Start in the Principe Real district for designer and concept stores, then work your way down the hill to the Chiado district for traditional shops.”

cultural area with evening concerts and the famous Portuguese tile factory

Viuva Lamego.” viuvalamego.com