Introducing New Properties in Mexico’s Yucatan, Festive Specials, and Luxury Travel News

"Without new experiences, something inside of us sleeps. The sleeper must awaken." - Frank Herbert Introducing Chable Maroma, Mexico Opening in August, 2018, Chable Maroma on the Riviera Maya is an exciting new addition to Maroma Beach. Just 35 minutes from the Cancun Airport, Chable Maroma will feature seventy villas with private pools and moon showers. A member of Leading Hotels of the World, the resort will feature beach water sports, a 17,000-square foot spa, and three restaurants. Learn More     Introducing Mukan, a Hidden Gem on the Yucatan Mukan is a hidden gem and the only luxury resort property in the Sian Ka’an Biosphere on the eastern coast of the Yucatan peninsula. The resort is ideal for multi-generational takeovers, weddings, yoga and corporate retreats. With endless activities for all ages, Mukan features nine luxe lodgings, located 20 minutes outside Tulum with no neighbors in sight. Contact Sbeltran@hamakhotels.com.   Pikaia Lodge Galapagos Offers Packages from Three Nights Be in contact with the unique natural wonders of the Galapagos with the highest level of comfort with Pikaia Lodge and the Pikaia I Yacht.  Arrive any day of the week and choose from three, four, five, six or seven-night programs, offering a spectacular, safe and luxurious way to experience the Galapagos Archipelago. Rates & Information   Pikaia Lodge Information      Mongolia: Photocultural Journey with Alison Wright Join award-winning photographer Alison Wright on a 13-day journey to Mongolia this August. Wright was a National Geographic Traveler of the Year and has won numerous awards for her stirring images. She will guide this journey across Mongolia, offering tips for taking unforgettable images. Learn More   Nomadic Expeditions Information     Villa Manzu for the Ultimate Gathering Special events, parties, family retreats, reunions, intimate gatherings.Whatever special moment you are looking for Villa Manzu is the perfect host. Still available for December 19-26, 2017. Please inquire for special deals. reserve@villamanzu.com Villa Manzu Information     Glass Igloos â€" Finnish Lapland Enter the magical and marvelous experience that is the glass igloo; an incredible structure that blurs the lines between accommodation and nature. Glass igloos have literally raised the roof off of the Nordic experience, offering guests a sense of engagement with the elements like never before. Learn More     Maldives Honeymoon? Six Senses Laamu Offers 30% Off Six Senses Laamu is the only resort in the Laamu Atoll, deep in the Indian Ocean. The luxury Maldives resort is a combination of on-land and over-water villas constructed of sustainable materials and set around the palm-fringed paradise. Check out their special winter offers including 30% off BAR and more. Learn More     Great Plains Conservation + Rhinos Without Borders Rhinos without Borders in collaboration with the Great Plains Conservation Team and others, has successfully moved a staggering number of Rhinos from South Africa to Botswana to ensure their safety, a huge accomplishment and a great success story for conservation and wildlife. Learn More   Great Plains Conservation Information     Press & News from New Zealand The Lodge at Kauri Cliffs is delighted to be named as one of the Top 20 Hideaways in the World according to Andrew Harper. The Top 20 Hideaways reflects those hotels with fewer than 50 rooms and exceptionally high ratings in The Andrew Harper Collection. The Farm at Cape Kidnappers just celebrated turning 10 in November as it looks back on a decade of tourism and environmental achievements. Cape Kidnappers Turns 10   Cape Kidnappers Information   Kauri Cliffs Information      Song Saa Private Island Available for Buyouts The award-winning Song Saa Private Island is Cambodia’s first and only exclusive use private island and yacht sanctuary where parties up to twelve may enjoy the island all to themselves for select weeks. Bring your family to enjoy a bespoke journey to an island paradise of virgin jungle, tropical reefs and glistening white beaches. Learn More   Takeover Rates   Song Saa Information     Last Minute Availability at Sweet Bocas Turn a lack of planning into the vacation of a lifetime at Sweet Bocas, a seven-bedroom overwater villa in Bocas del Toro, with last minute availability for both Christmas and New Year’s weeks. A perfect place for several families to connect â€" and very kid friendly - endless activities include exploring nearby beaches on the house’s 30 foot yacht, surfing, diving, snorkeling, cultural excursions, rainforest hiking and more.  Email becky@kurtzahlers.com for more information. Sweet Bocas Information     Almanac Barcelona Special Opening Offer It’s time to awaken your senses to a new hospitality experience as Almanac Barcelona is now open! Located in the heart of the city, a stone’s throw from the city’s most important museums and galleries the location is perfect. Take advantage of their special opening offer now. Learn More   Almanac Barcelona Information     News from The Norman Winter in Tel Aviv puts our expectations of the season in the shade with mild temperatures, glorious sunshine and stunning sunsets. Guests can enjoy a new sunset menu at Dinings Japanese Restaurant and a new restaurant called Alena was recently launched. The Norman is ready to welcome guests to stay or just to dine this Chanukah and Christmas.   Learn More     Your Own Private Island, Musha Cay, Bahamas Celebrate with 23 of your closest friends and family in The Bahamas this spring, the perfect time of year to connect under sunny skies on your own private island paradise. Each of the five houses offers a private beach, en suite baths, king size beds, and over the top amenities. Available for exclusive use only for one party at a time, inquire about available weeks for the rest of 2018. Contact Mushacay@kurtzahlers.com. Musha Cay Information     Jawai: A Special Experience by Suján Luxury Get to know the authentic eco-luxe tented camp of Jawai through the eyes of Catharine Heald, CEO of Remote Lands. Entitled, “Leopards and Luxury,” her piece paints a picture of the wilds of Northwest India. Read article   JAWAI Information     Art of a Vermont Winter, Collaborative Dinner at Twin Farms This January 26-28, join Chef Nathan Rich and his team for a special event with Chef Eddy Leroux, the Chef de Cuisine at DANIEL in New York City.  Over the weekend indulge in fine wine and cuisine plus snowshoeing, ice skating, cross-country skiing or just being lazy in front of a fire watching the snow fall. See all Art of a Vermont Winter Events   Twin Farms Information     Yogic Detox at Ananda in the Himalayas Yogic Detox is a great option for wellness to start the year. Ananda’s Yogic Detox program uses the different Hatha Yogic cleansing techniques (Shatkriya) to detox in a natural and effective way. Shatkriyas, similar to Ayurveda, are also used to balance the body’s imbalances. Yogic Detox   Special Offers at Ananda   Ananda Information     Holiday Festivities at Malibu Beach Inn At Malibu Beach Inn, cozy in-room fireplaces add to the dreamlike ambiance and CBC’s wool blankets coax guests to dine seaside. CBC will also be providing special prefix holiday menus on both Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, with courses such as crispy heirloom potatoes with bacon lardon and whole grain mustard, wild chinook salmon, and herb & rose stuffed quail. Festive Season    Malibu Beach Inn Information     Summer Arrives in Uruguay at Estancia Vik Jose Ignacio With the summer season in full swing, it is the ideal time of year to escape to Uruguay. Offering a wide range of activities for every type of traveler, Estancia Vik José Ignacio is the supreme destination to visit right now. The enchanting property is romantic, rustic and traditional and pays homage to Uruguay’s nature, architecture, art and design. Learn More     Mukul’s New Spa Rituals Embark on a two-hour spa journey at Mukul, where a variety of holistic and ancestral treatments merge diverse techniques including aromatherapy, acupuncture, reiki, ayurvedic treatments, herbalism, wraps, exfoliations and massages. Each ritual begins with a diagnosis of the individual, allowing for healing in an integral and natural way. Mukul Spa Information   Oolal Rituals   Mukul Information     Festive Season at the Armani Hotel Milano Festive Season in Milan is unlike anywhere else in the world: window displays in the Montenapoleone district illuminated with holiday cheer and the magic of Piazza Duomo. The ample spaces of the Armani Hotel Milano offer privacy and exclusivity yet also the chance to celebrate in a world of exquisite, refined beauty. Learn More   Armani Hotel Milan Information     Haute Ho Chi Minh at The Reverie Saigon For retail therapy-loving spa enthusiasts, a perfect package awaits at The Reverie Saigon: three nights of accommodation, three spa treatments, and a privately guided, three-hour shopping experience. Located along the city’s most chic avenue, The Reverie Saigon debuted as the most spectacularly extravagant hotel in Vietnam and is the only member property of The Leading Hotels of the World in Ho Chi Minh City. Haute Ho Chi Minh Special   The Reverie Saigon Information     Summer at the End of the World! During January and February 2018, reservations of four or more nights receive one buffet dinner per person, per stay (without drinks) and guided hikes through the Cerro Alarkén Nature Reserve. Daily breakfast is included, plus access to the beautiful pools and hot tubs overlooking Ushuaia. Arakur Ushuaia Information     Great Festive Specials at Finca Cortesin Why not escape to Finca Cortesin this festive season and make it a celebration to remember; an indulgent, magical experience with the stunning Mediterranean as your backdrop. Christmas and New Year’s packages from one to five nights include a welcome drink with tapas, daily breakfast, welcome amenities in room, massage or Greens fees per person per stay, early check in and late check-out, and special festive menus for dinner, lunch and brunch. New Year's Package   Christmas Package   Finca Cortesin Information     The Micato One for One Commitment: One Safari = One Child’s Education Micato Safaris, through its nonprofit arm AmericaShare, has been an advocate of sustainability through education for more than 30 years. Among the initiatives that most directly involves travelers is the Micato One for One Commitment: For every safari sold, the company sends an African child to school. Learn More     A Beaumont Festive Break Book the perfect winter get-away to enjoy the many holiday attractions and events happening in London, from £382 inc. VAT per night, valid Dec. 14 â€" Jan. 7 inclusive. Enjoy The Beaumont 'Help-Yourself' coffees and croissants in the Cub Room each morning; exclusive treats from some of Mayfair's British luxury retailers; a seasonal cocktail in the Cub Room; a private in-room bar with soft drinks and snacks; and more. Learn More   Christmas One Night Special   The Beaumont Information     Suite Escapes and Scoops at Faena Miami Beach This winter, treat your loved ones to our exclusive Suite Escape package at Faena Hotel Miami Beach. Enjoy special suite accommodations with 50% the second suite, daily American breakfast, tickets to the Museum of Ice Cream at Faena District, opening December 13th at Faena Bazaar, and more.  Also, Faena houses the largest Penthouse Suite in a Forbes 5-Star luxury hotel breaking U.S. record history at 14,507 square feet. Second Suite Offer   Faena Hotel Miami Beach Information