While Groundhogs Day has left us with six more weeks of winter, that doesn’t mean we have to be snowed in for all of it. It’s time to get out of the house, defrost and get a taste of some warm, sunny days.
We’ve rounded up some of the warmest destinations to hit this winter that make trading in the flurries and ice easy. Below you will find the best hotels from around the world to escape to this winter!
Conrad Tulum Riviera Maya
Just opened in January of 2022, Conrad Tulum Riviera Maya is Conrad Hotels & Resorts’ debut offering in the Mexican Caribbean, offering 349 oceanfront rooms and suites, 11 food and beverage venues, 5 resort pools, a 16-treatment room spa, and Tulum’s only purpose-built event center.
Located 8 miles north of Tulum in a secluded bay, the hotel is designed to give guests a deep connection with Tulum’s distinctive landscape and to honor its cultural traditions. Upon entering the lobby, guests pass through ornate wooden doors, engraved by local artisans, and are immediately greeted by sweeping ocean views and an immersive art installation, a nod to ancient Mayan architecture and Tulum’s surroundings. The nature-inspired theme continues throughout the hotel’s thoughtfully designed guest rooms, which boast floor-to-ceiling windows with panoramic ocean views and private balconies with relaxation tubs or plunge pools.
Conrad Tulum Riviera Maya boasts diverse dining options including five restaurants as well as six bars and lounges featuring globally inspired cuisine, and the Conrad Spa Tulum, a wellness refuge nestled within lush mangroves where guests can enjoy a wide range of services inspired by the legends of the Mayan gods and traditional Mexican herbalism.
Conrad Maldives Rangali Island
The Maldives is one of the most spectacular places in the world, featuring crystal clear waters for snorkeling and whale shark diving, breath taking views of the water and marine life, and new luxury hospitality offerings from Conrad Maldives Rangali Island. The Resort is an idyllic island paradise with a twin-island design brimming with lush tropical greenery and unparalleled access to the Indian Ocean. Nestled in the South Ari Atoll, the resort combines awe-inspiring surroundings and intuitive service that connects guests with the charm of the Maldives. Conrad Maldives Rangali Island plans to debut its Grand Relaunch in February 2022 after an expansive multi-million-dollar refurbishment. Just in time for the hotel’s 25th anniversary, and the destination’s 50th.
The property is an island of “firsts”. Commended for its pioneering achievements, Conrad Maldives Rangali Island was the first resort to showcase water villas built on stilts above the lagoon and the world’s first underwater villa The Muraka, a two-level luxury residence with a master bedroom submerged over 16 feet below sea level. The 6,000 sqft of private and exclusive space, features three bedrooms, integrated indoor outdoor living and dining that spans two-stories, above and below the surface of the Indian Ocean. The resort was also first to showcase the world’s first undersea restaurant, Ithaa. It’s wine and cheese bar were a Maldivian first, and the celebrity chef restaurant Ufaa by Jereme Leung complement the other award-winning 10 restaurants and bars. Two spas, including one over the sea with glass-floored treatment rooms, offer relaxation and rejuvenation, and the rare and diverse marine wildlife on display cements Conrad Maldives Rangali Island as one of the premier island destinations worldwide.
Bora Bora One
A five-suite estate (available as a single booking) located across from the main island of Bora Bora. Set on a private beach bordered by a quiet lagoon, the estate relaunched in February 2021 with a totally redone look as well as upgraded services that now provide a truly resort-level experience.
Located on Motu Piti A’au, the independently owned and managed Bora Bora One is spread out over seven-and-a-half-acres of a secluded peninsula that’s about a 20-minute boat ride away from the Bora Bora airport. In addition to design upgrades including the addition of local Tahaa stone walls, teak floors, sliding glass doors and solar panels, the revamped estate features new tennis courts, a state-of the-art gym and a pool deck outfitted with daybeds, hammocks and teak chaises. Each of the five suites has its own lagoon-facing terrace, while the spacious living room opens up to outdoor lounging spaces, the main swimming pool, an outdoor pool table and a beachside traditional
For an additional fee, the team can also arrange such off-site fun as motu picnics, wine tastings on a yacht, trips to Bora Bora for shopping and dining, plus scuba diving, kayaking, parasailing, jet skiing, swimming with manta rays and more. Tech such as SONOS sound systems, Apple TV and on-demand movies will also help keep you entertained, while the WiFi has been upgraded to accommodate large file transfers and Zoom calls—in case you’d like to make Bora Bora One your WFH base for a while.
Omni Amelia Island Resort
Nestled on 1,350 acres at the tip of a barrier island off the Florida coast, this beautiful resort offers luxurious oceanfront accommodations with unparalleled views of the Atlantic Ocean, world-class resort pools, championship golf, and a full-service spa. Whether you prefer to stroll 3.5 miles of pristine beach, spend the day kayaking through Amelia Island’s preserved marshlands or tee off on one of our award-winning golf courses, you’ll never run out of adventure in this idyllic destination.
Casa de Campo
Casa de Campo is the ideal destination for anyone looking to combine safety with relaxation. Casa de Campo is a stunning 7,000-acre resort and private gated community in La Romana on the southeastern coast of the Dominican Republic. The Dominican Republic doesn’t get any better than this time of the year, traveling during the dry season you are experiencing the glorious beach weather you crave all winter. This tropical playground features a unique array of amenities, including an expansive marina, tennis and polo facilities, a world-class shooting center, three championship golf courses and so much more. The resort offers many private experiences, ideal for people who still want to travel while remaining socially distant. The Luxury accommodations range in size. The private villas can be 3 to 12 bedrooms and each villa will come complete with a private maid and butler and offer private cooking classes, nanny services, and more along with breathtaking ocean front views you can enjoy all day long. Casa de Campo has a variety of gourmet dining options, fantastic bars, and the one-of-a-kind 16th century replica Mediterranean village, Altos de Chavón. The property is all about mixing relaxation and safety and promises to keep guests safe with its Covid-19 Testing Lounge and its Casa Cares program.
