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20 Quick Facts About the Summer Olympics' Host Country That You May Not Know

May 19, 2014 | Contributor: Nicolle Monico

With FIFA 2014 come and gone and the Rio Summer Olympics kicking off this Friday, Brazil has been all the buzz around the internet and in conversation. But how much do you really know about the country?

An American Safari: Jackson Hole's Vast Terrain, Wildlife and Luxury Lodgings

Nov 21, 2013 | Contributor: Beck Bamberger | 1 Comment

One doesn't go to Wyoming to be sociable and surrounded by crowds of people; with only half a million residents, it gets the award for least populated state in America. Those who go to Wyoming go for its spectacular land filled with endless ski terrain, elk reserves, and two of the nation's most popular National Parks: Yellowstone and the Grand Teton National Park. Earlier this fall, I visited Jackson Hole to enjoy the region at the turn of fall when elk, moose, and bears actively roam the land preparing for the bitter winter. Staying at sister properties Hotel Terra and the Teton Mountain Lodge in the Teton Village, I once again discovered my love for this great wilderness.

Surfing the Perfect Arctic Wave

Jul 21, 2016 | Contributor: Susan Kime

The meaning of luxury is expanding as time evolves; and the most recent shift has consumers craving experiential travel versus material possessions. They’re looking to see pink Dolphins on an Amazon river cruise, go diving in Fiji, or surfing in Unstad, a cold water area above the Arctic Circle, where you can actually surf under the midnight sun or Northern Lights.

Discovering Ecuador’s Less-Traveled Backcountry

Jul 5, 2016 | Contributor: Sarah Staples

I was at the cruising altitude of a Cessna, inching down the steepest canyon of my life. Waist-tall thorny brush, wildflowers and gnarled polylepis shrubs surrounded me in a rare, high-altitude wetland ecosystem called a paramo, which only exists in Ecuador and in neighboring Bolivia. Each step required exertion because my body hadn’t adjusted yet to hiking at 13,123 feet.

Grand Velas Set to Open Los Cabos Resort in November

Jun 8, 2016 | Contributor: Lauren Brown West-Rosenthal

Grand Velas Los Cabos is set to open in Mexico’s Baja Peninsula this November, and is touting itself as “Beyond All Inclusive, Beyond All Compare.” Among its accommodations, a standout are the six two-level Wellness Suites. The spaces feature a spa concierge, Vitamin C sprinkler and crudité minibar. Or should you need a little extra room, the oversize designer suites boast ocean views, private terraces and plunge pools.

5 Mother-Daughter Adventure Trips to Gift Active Moms

May 5, 2016 | Contributor: Nicolle Monico

As Mother’s Day approaches each year, offers for spa treatments, Sunday brunches and flowers flood our inboxes. While we’re not ones to turn down a luxe massage, we know there are some mothers who seek the thrill of adventure over the sweet-smelling aromas of essential oils. To them, the best gifts are wrapped in exploration and heart-pumping activities. For this holiday, we’ve scoped out the best female-centric adventure trips for moms and daughters to experience together.

7 Excursions for Guys Who Crave Adventure

Jun 24, 2014 | Contributor: Nicolle Monico

Sometimes guys just need to be guys, and a number of vacations offer ample opportunity to partake in activities that seem well-suited to the rougher-around-the-edges sex. We've searched around the globe to find some of the most enriching and men-approved vacations available today. And, while we're certain gents will find these excursions interesting, it doesn’t mean women wouldn’t have fun on these outings, we’re just all for bromance vacations.

Chile’s Magical Rain Forest Reserve

Apr 1, 2016 | Contributor: Richard Crawford

If you don’t believe the forest is a magical place, a stay at the Huilo Huilo Biological Reserve in Chile’s Patagonian rain forest will likely change your mind. The reserve is home to eight hotels and lodges that differ based on the kind of experience you’d like to have.

7 Non-Touristy Things to Do During Art Basel Hong Kong

Mar 23, 2016 | Contributor: Nicolle Monico

So you’re heading to Art Basel in Hong Kong this weekend. Your wardrobe is picked out, you’ve mapped out your must-see galleries and chosen which parties to attend over the three days—but have you considered what to do during down times? With a city as big and exciting as Hong Kong, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed when trying to navigate your way through it. Instead of relying on typical guidebooks, we put together a list of seven off-the-tourist-path attractions, restaurants and activities to experience while in the Pearl of the Orient.

5 Must-Do Outdoor Experiences To Try in Iceland

Mar 16, 2016 | Contributor: Namrata Bhawnani

Iceland’s landscapes are some of the most beautiful in the world with active volcanoes, glacier-cut fjords, and black sand beaches that will leave you with selfies and memories that will last a lifetime. Travelers have been visiting the European country for decades and immersing themselves in its natural wonders. As they’ll tell you, the best way to get to know Iceland is to spend time outdoors on active adventures. If you’re looking for ways to get the best out of your vacation, here are five of the country’s must-do, al fresco experiences:

Authentic and Bio-Diverse Costa Rican Adventures

Mar 8, 2016 | Contributor: Shea Peters

Costa Rica should never be billed as a “quick weekend getaway” hotspot, an easily-navigable locale, or budget-friendly travel option. Rather, it should be thought of as a place where wanderlusters can take their time to explore without being bound to time, location or an inflexible wallet.

Wild Winter Adventures From Around the World

Jan 19, 2011 | Contributor: Lena Katz | 1 Comment

You can’t escape winter, so why not experience its glory and all the wild, windblown and white-out adventures that it brings? Here’s what daredevils are up to in the far-flung corners of the world, once the barometer hits post blizzard temperatures. Join them if you dare.

Stay at These Three Unique Resorts to Experience Every Side of Chile

Jan 6, 2016 | Contributor: Eric Rosen

Forming a network of lodges in some of Chile’s most remote landscapes, Tierra Hotels offers travelers the chance to visit the country’s (and the world’s) most pristine, dramatic settings without sacrificing luxury. These are three of the brand’s hotels that offer a mix of desert adventures, beachside lounging and Patagonian relaxation:

Win the Whistler Extraordinary Experiences Contest & Start 2016 Off Right

Jan 4, 2016 | Contributor: JustLuxe Team

‘Tis the season for a winter wonderland getaway filled with snowcapped mountains, crackling fires, and luxurious lodging. Enter the Whistler Extraordinary Experiences Contest and you’ll have a chance to enjoy all this and more in dazzling Whistler, British Columbia, Canada. Located two hours north of Vancouver in the Coast Mountains, Whistler is known for its charming villages lined with great retail shops, restaurants, and spas, all surrounded by Whistler and Blackcomb Mountains, a skier and snowboarders dream.

7 Awesome Trips to Take in 2016 For the Adventurous & Active Traveler

Nov 12, 2015 | Contributor: Nicolle Monico

If you’re the adventurous type, when your friends talk about their vacations that involve spa treatments, beach lounging and poolside cocktails, you probably inwardly cringe at the thought of wasting a trip on stagnant activities. For you, taking a break off work means you get to do what you love most—exploring the great outdoors in any form possible.