Elite Traveler Summer 2022

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to a previous owner who favored the fl ower. If you are seeking more seclusion, the hotel is set to open a collection of treehouses later this year. Located within the expansive grounds, they will have breathtaking views across the countryside. DINE 1215 — named after the signing of the Magna Carta in 1215, which occurred just a short walk from the hotel — o ff ers fi ne dining overlooking the private terrace and beautifully manicured gardens. Atmospheric jazz music sets the tone while marble and black accents ooze elegance. The sta ff are attentive — not overbearing but rather attuned to your body language, seeming to know exactly what you want and when you want it. The seven-course tasting menu is seasonal and uses locally grown produce from The Royal Farms and Windsor artisans, and herbs and vegetables from the resort’s own gardens. Expect

Inside, it is just as impressive: Greeted by a glass domed atrium and a marble reception area, you immediately get a sense of what’s to come. STAY There are over 200 rooms to choose from, but opt for the Signature Royal Suite. Akin to an apartment, the suite o ff ers two en-suite bedrooms with walk-in dressing rooms, an expansive living area and a dining room. The decor, a combination of natural stone and soft textures, creates a soothing environment. The suite also comes with private access to an exclusive VIP area of the spa called the Salutaris Spa (salutaris means ‘health-giving’ in old English). Here, you can enjoy everything you would expect from the spa, but in total privacy. The suite also features a hot tub, steam room and private access to the hammam. The considered historical touches continue, with fresh orchids coupled with fl oral wallpaper acting as a nod

Fairmont Windsor Park SURREY, UK

Set among 40 acres of Surrey countryside and with the Queen as its neighbor, Fairmont Windsor Park has lavish guest rooms and opulent suites, a variety of dining options, a luxurious spa and wellness facilities, and an abundance of activities within the grounds. As you pull up the drive, the grand Jacobean red-brick exterior makes a strong statement. Inspired by the previous building that stood there, Fairmont draws upon the site’s history: The property started life as a manor house in the 1800s and was used as a military hospital during World War II, and was transformed into two other hotels before becoming a Fairmont.

Fairmont Windsor Park’s grand entrance