Luxury Defined
Restaurants and hotels around the world continually push the limits to give their customers unparalleled experiences. While you can find opulence in almost any destination, here are some top picks for travel destinations that goes above and beyond.
Before selecting a destination, think about your definition of luxury. For some travelers, nothing less than white-glove service will do. Private butler service isn't merely a nice touch, it's a necessity. For others, luxury means a private beach where you can gaze out and not see another soul. A gourmet meal served at a table inside a celebrity chef's kitchen is many people's idea of the ultimate indulgence. Your idea of luxury will dictate your travel plans almost as much as your budget.
Luxury in Bermuda
The Caribbean
While luxury can be found almost anywhere in the world, for many seasoned travelers there's nothing like the Caribbean. Its impossibly blue skies are the perfect backdrop for the trip of your dreams.
One of the first considerations is lodging – five-star hotels, all-inclusive resorts, and upscale villas are among your choices for a luxurious Caribbean getaway. Resort hotels offer unmatched service, often with pampering touches like private butlers who will cater to your every whim. All-inclusive resorts have the added benefit of offering a wide array of food, drinks, and activities for one set price. Villas come in all shapes and sizes and are most often available for a week or more. In the pricier villas you'll typically get several bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, and a location on one of the most enviable beaches on the island.
The USA
All across the United States you’ll find fantastic destinations that are redefining luxury travel. From five-star hotels in urban areas to upscale resorts facing secluded beaches to mountaintop spa retreats, the luxury options have never been so varied.
Today’s luxury resorts run the gamut from dude ranches to spa retreats to private islands where you’ll only see a handful of other guests. If you are traveling with the family, you may get the most bang for your buck at an all-inclusive resort that includes a variety of activities for the kids. Many of these resorts are extremely upscale, meaning you don't have to sacrifice style. Other resorts cater to couples, offering quiet retreats where you can really get to know each other. Spa resorts are in a league of their own, so prepare to be pampered like never before.
Europe
Europe perfected luxury travel centuries ago, and never looked back. Whether you’re dreaming about skiing in the Alps, yachting in the Mediterranean, or touring the vineyards of France, luxury can be found just about everywhere around the continent.
Luxury means different things to different people, so decide on your top priorities. Truly astounding accommodations can be found in nearly every country. If a crème de la crème suite is most important to you, the region’s hotels offer everything from traditional elegance to cutting-edge cool. The old saying that "time is money" applies here. If you have a week or more, rent a house in a small town or a villa in the countryside and put down roots. You’ll get more of a glimpse into the customs of the country than you would in a hotel.
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