Featuring Summer News, Openings, Plus Family Travel Offers

"People don't take trips, trips take people." – John Steinbeck

Mukan Resort: Mexico's Next Luxury Frontier in the Riviera Maya For those seeking sun and complete solitude, perhaps alone as a couple or with several generations of family – Mukan is heaven, the only luxury nine-room resort in the Sian Ka'an Biosphere on the eastern coast of the Yucatan peninsula. Its remoteness is matched by its charm and its elegant appointments and exceptional personal service. Feature in Forbes  Mukan Website  Reservations are Now Open, Heckfield Place Resolutely natural, elegantly evolving, Heckfield is a living place centered on sustainability and a forward-thinking view on our relationship with the land. Each day, produce is picked fresh from our gardens and farm and served in our restaurants Marle and Hearth. A country haven with a progressive vision, Heckfield Place redefines the idea of a modern luxury hotel. Heckfield Place opens September 1st 2018 and reservations are now open. Contact directly at enquiries@heckfieldplace.com. Heckfield Place Information  Reopening: Duba Explorers Camp in Botswana's Okavango Delta As of June 1st, Duba Explorers Camp (formerly Duba Expedition Camp) has re-opened in it's new location in the Duba Plains Concession. The Duba Plains Concession, 77,000 acres of stunning Okavango Delta wilderness, is home to only two properties Duba Plains Camp and Suite and Duba Explorers Camp, both owned and operated by Great Plains Conservation. Learn More  Duba Camp Explorers Website  Kids Go Crusoe with Summertime Activities at Gili Lankanfushi This summer, the islands littlest guests will discover the Indian Ocean haven in Robinson Crusoe style, through scavenger challenges, immersive cultural experiences and underwater exploration, all led by Gili Lankanfushi's experienced Mr. Fridays.   Family Offer: For stays of seven nights in a villa residence start at $9,002.00 USD including daily breakfast, dinner and three family activities. Offer a 20% savings and valid through stays until December 20th, 2018. Learn More  Gili Lankanfushi Information  Island Dining: The Beachcomber Café Re-opened at The Brando Celebrating its 4th anniversary on July 1st, The Brando announced the reopening of Beachcomber Café. With its exceptional lagoon and ocean views, the Beachcomber Café features a Teppanyaki table specializing in creative Polynesian-inspired dishes alongside classic French cuisine. It is the perfect place to enjoy a refreshing meal, particularly under the shaded pergola close by beach.  The Brando Information  Third Night Complimentary at Vik Chile Offering a third night complimentary for guests staying anytime from August 01 to September 20, 2018. Subject to availability for new bookings (except groups) requested through July 31, 2018.    The 22-suite hotel is ideally perched on a hilltop overlooking the staggering 11,000-acre scenic property in Millahue Valley with the Andes Mountains in the distance. Each suite features unique design and art, housing works by Chilean and international artists. Meaning "place of gold" in the Mapuche language, Vik Chile is the quintessential destination to explore the vibrant Chilean culture, cuisine and wine tasting at the breathtaking Viña Vik Vineyard. Learn More  Vik Chile Information  Rise. Dine. Shine. The Resort at Pedregal There's something sublime and exquisitely exclusive about arriving at your Cabo San Luca escape through a private tunnel carved out of a mountainside and staying in a spacious casita with amazing ocean views and private plunge pool for a romantic summer getaway. Make your stay in Cabo San Lucas special with sumptuous delights and authentic Mexican flavors from complimentary bottle tequila in room to breakfast buffet for two in Don Manuel's restaurant. Rise. Dine. Shine Special  The Resort at Pedregal Information  Cruising along Peninsula Papagayo on Nimbu at Villa Manzu The Pacific Ocean is Villa Manzu's playground. Bask in the summer sunshine and cruise on the deck of its newest 42 ft yacht, Nimbu, and explore untouched beaches and private breaks for surfing. Come play, eat, celebrate, and enjoy at the most exclusive private villa in the Americas. Villa Manzu Information  Stay Three Nights for Unlimited Golf and Spa Your Way at Half Moon Jamaica Indulge in Half Moon's Unlimited Golf and Spa Your Way packages when you stay for a minimum of three nights. Packages may be reserved as a combination for two persons or booked individually.   Half Moon's Spa Your Way is the perfect vacation for wellness enthusiasts to explore and experience the healing touches of the largest spa oasis in the Caribbean. Golfers can tee off at the award-winning Robert Trent Jones Sr.-designed 18-hole par 72 championship course and enjoy the added option to play at the neighboring White Witch and Cinnamon Hill courses.   Both packages offer 15% off the best available rate and round-trip airport shuttle transfers. For stays of 7-nights of more include private round-trip airport transfer and daily breakfast included.   Unlimited Golf Special  Spa Your Way Special  Half Moon Informatio  Fall Into Spring at Kauri Cliffs and Cape Kidnappers Experience the very best of New Zealand's North Island with this special offer, combining stays at The Lodge at Kauri Cliffs and The Farm at Cape Kidnappers. Reserve two nights at both Kauri Cliffs and Cape Kidnappers in our deluxe category suites to receive a fifth night complimentary and extend your stay at the lodge of your choice. Package is inclusive of daily pre-dinner drinks and canapés, dinner, full breakfast and a complimentary non-alcoholic mini bar.   Rates starting at: NZ$7,480.00 + 15% GST based on twin or double occupancy of a deluxe category suite and valid for accommodation stays through October 31st, 2018. Learn More  Kauri Cliffs and Cape Kidnappers Information  Four nights for Three Offer at The Beaumont Take advantage of The Beaumont's 'Four Nights for Three' offer to spend some more time enjoying what London has to offer this summer. Rates include use of the hotel's vintage Daimler; morning coffee, juice, house made baked goods; Wi-Fi and more. See four of the delights you could experience in July and August: Fame, Fashion, Fantasy, Feasting  Four Nights for Three Special  The Beaumont Information  Moonscape Heli-Biking in Iceland with Nordic Luxury Explore Iceland's untouched nature off the beaten path with heli-biking with one of Nordic Luxury's talented guides. Journeys begin by flying out of Reykjavik towards the remote lakes and lava fields of Iceland's backcountry. Then you descend on a dormant volcano where you jump on a mountain bike and start an exhilarating descent leading you to discover otherworldly crater landscapes. Along the way, you'll explore 5-10 km mix of man-made and natural trails taking you through remote rugged lava fields, jagged volcanic formations, and moss-covered lava rocks. Guides tailor each trip to clients' abilities. Mountain bikes or fat bikes are available upon request. Nordic Luxury Information  Announcing Six Senses- No. 1 Hotel Brand by Readers of Travel + Leisure Six Senses Hotels Resorts Spas has been voted the world's No. 1 Hotel Brand for the second consecutive year by the readers of Travel + Leisure magazine, the largest and most influential travel magazine in the United States. In addition, Six Senses Yao Noi has been named the No. 1 Resort Hotel in Southeast Asia. Learn More  Summer Savings Offer at Six Senses Laamu Extended booking window through August 31st, 2018 for guests staying five-nights or more in a villa category. Guests receive 30% off of room rate, domestic airfare, and pre-booked meal plans (1/2 or full board. Children 12 years or younger dine for free when both parents book a meal plan) for travel through December 21st, 2018. BOOKING CODE: WSE30O2018 for 30% off and WFT2018 for Children's Meal Plan. Summer Escape Special  Family Special  Six Senses Laamu Information  Experiencing Ardh Kumbh with Banyan Tours Ardh Kumbh is an UNESCO experience in itself and with over 50,000 pilgrims and holy men and a spectacular event.  Held in Allahabad, India from January to March, the Ardh Kumbh is an unparalleled spiritual experience bringing together one of the largest gatherings of humanity in the world.  Sadhu's making their way down from the high himalayas, pilgrims, and families gather for a dip in the confluence "the holy Sangam" in Allahabad.  This is a celebration of the world's oldest religion, and an experience not be missed. There is no specific booking window as the festival is spread over a three month period.  For more details and itinerary suggestions contact shonali@banyantours.com. Banyan Tours Information  Explore England's Devon and Cornwall with In Any Event Tours September is best kept secret among locals to visit England's most south-westerly counties, Devon and Cornwall.   Join In Event Tours for an off-the-beaten path tour of the remote fishing villages of Devon and Cornwall peppered with a wild and dramatic coastline that harbors scores of stunning beaches and a long history of shipwrecks and piracy. Inland, verdant rolling hills, meandering rivers and thickly wooded valleys, hiding clusters of quaint thatched villages open up onto craggy rugged moorland with expansive plateaux and big skies. This stunning natural beauty combined with an exotic history has made it a favorite location for TV and film makers, with Devon and Cornwall providing the backdrop to such productions as Warhorse, Pirates of the Caribbean, Poldark and Doc Martin. Learn More  IAE Tours Information  Join Cowgirl Up for the Cure at Brush Creek All inclusive, 4-night, 3-day event from September 23rd-26th marks a special ladies event as you gather for a weekend of wellness, adventure and connect in Wyoming's beautiful rugged landscape spanning over 30,000 acres. Activities range from 6th Annual 5k Race for the Cure, Pink Glove boxing, rock climbing, horseback riding, fly fishing to Spa treatments, Manduka yoga, and meditation. Plus, there will be Health, Wellness, and Cancer Prevention & Research discussions.    All-Inclusive Rates range from $750 - 1050++ per person per night depending on your accommodation choice, of which $750 will be donated back to Susan G. Komen specifically for Cancer Research.The Events total donation will then be matched by the Bruce & Beth White Foundation for a total impact of $1500 per person - raising over $300,000 Year to Date!   Space is limited: Contact schelby.merrill@brushcreekranch.com for inquires. Brush Creek Information  Winter Season Returns to Wyoming's Brush Creek Ranch From snowmobiling and snowshoeing to cross country skiing and ice fishing, the Lodge & Spa at Brush Creek Ranch comes alive in the winter with a whole new set of adventures. Back by popular demand, winter season kicks off December 27th just in time to ring in a new year of grand inspiration while exploring the pristine landscape and vast wide open skies of the West. Winter Package  South African Wilderness and Winelands with Micato Safaris While the expression "You can't have it both ways" applies to a great many things, the Wilderness and Winelands safari from Micato is not one of them: You can enjoy both the cosmopolitan charms of Cape Town and the South Africa's prodigious wildlife all within the same delightful 12-day programme. And throughout the journey there's Micato's unwavering attention to detail that makes travelers return to Africa again and again. Wilderness and Wine Special  Micato Safaris Information  Indulge in Finca Cortesin's Private Villas Spanning over 32,300 square metres on privileged ground located within the Cortesín Golf Club, La Reserva de Cortesín is a limited collection of 16 spacious luxury holiday homes, which are designed, built and equipped to satisfy standards of excellence of a first residence and the ultimate coastal Mediterranean summer getaway in Andalusia, Spain. The villas are south facing and include a private plunge pool and the possibility to enjoy the high-class services for pure relaxation and indulge in its spa-the best in the region. Private Villa Information  Finca Cortesin Information  Glamping at Sweet Bocas in Panama Known for its dreamy, 20,000-square-foot, seven-bedroom villa, Sweet Bocas is a vision in Panamanian teak, set on stilts over the smooth waters of the Caribbean off the coast of Bocas del Toro. Now larger groups can now be accommodated in two (2) glamping suites on the island estate with the same comfort and amenities as in the Villa. Sweet Bocas Information  July at The Norman in Tel Aviv Summer is notoriously fun at The Norman with guests enjoying relaxing days by the newly renovated infinity pool and the chance to enjoy ice cold cocktails and a pool menu of salads, burgers, cooled watermelon platters and mezze dishes from the kitchen of Chef Barak Aharoni of ALENA restaurant.   The Norman summer night's series 2018 continues every Thursday through to the end of July, with original video art projections adorning the garden walls of the hotel adding extra al fresco fun for dinner guests at ALENA. The events team can arrange a private brunch, lunch or dinner in our beautifully designed private dining room with french doors that open up onto its own balcony overlooking the pavilion terrace. The Norman Information