Luxury accommodations, sophisticated cuisine, and unforgettable experiences come together in these six resorts that redefine the concept of an all-inclusive resort.
Dunton Hot Springs is Nestled in an alpine valley deep in the San Juan Mountains.
Colorado
Location
On 1,600 acres of wilderness in the San Juan Mountains. About two hours from the Durango, Telluride, or Montrose Airports.
Accommodations
12 private (one- to five-bedroom) log cabins that were once used by miners in the 19th century and have been restored and outfitted as mini luxury resorts, along with one glamping tent.
Amenities
Guests have exclusive access to five on-site, naturally sulfur-free hot springs and can dine in the original saloon where Butch Cassidy’s name is engraved in the bar. (It’s rumored he hid out there after robbing a bank in Telluride.)
Extraordinary Experiences
If staying in an original 19th-century ghost town with acres of hiking, mountain biking, snowshoeing, and horseback riding isn’t enough, have the resort organize a helicopter (for a modest fee) to land right outside of your cabin and shuttle you to Telluride for a day of heli-skiing at 14,000 feet.
What’s Included
All meals and beverages (including most alcohol), and many activities, such as snowshoeing, a guided Nordic ski adventure, and a winter wonderland experience with sleigh rides and ice skating.
andBeyond Vira Vira is surrounded by natural lagoons and rivers with views of the Villarrica Volcano.
Chile
Location
On 54 acres approximately 1 hour and 40 minutes from Temuco Airport, nestled among natural lagoons, evergreen rainforests, and the active Villarrica Volcano.
Accommodations
Six suites, 12 villas, and a five-bedroom hacienda, all featuring local décor, art, and textiles.
Amenities
Adventure activities galore, such as skiing, snowboarding, and snowmobiling, as well as fly fishing and white-water rafting. The property currently has a modern cheese factory and a working farm that will soon allow for a true “farm-to-table” experience in its restaurant, which also offers a menu of more than 1,000 Chilean wines.
Extraordinary Experiences
Book a private helicopter tour (for a modest fee) across the stunning lake district for views of the active volcano crater. Arrange for a 4x4 to take you to Huepil Malal, a horseback riding center that borders the Cani Natural Reserve and meet Chilean cowboys, who will guide you through a jaw-dropping tour of prairies and forests.
What’s Included
All meals and alcohol, transfers, most activities (trekking, horseback riding, mountain biking, kayaking, fishing, skiing, snowboarding, and more).
Anantara Golden Triangle offers views of Myanmar, Laos, and Thailand.
Thailand
Location
On 160 acres in Northern Thailand’s ancient jungle, overlooking the Mekong and Ruak Rivers. Approximately 45 miles from the Chiang Rai International Airport.
Accommodations
40 rooms and 21 suites in a low-rise building overlooking a valley populated by grazing elephants. Décor is a sophisticated blend of local woods, art, and textiles, all in a neutral palette.
Amenities
Elephants are the main draw here, with daily activities including the opportunity to learn about and engage with these rescued gentle giants, as well as observe the pachyderms as they feed, bathe, and play. Additionally, the resort’s Spice Spoons cooking school allows guests to learn how to make authentic Thai dishes.
Extraordinary Experiences
View three countries (Thailand, Laos, and Myanmar) from your room’s balcony or the property’s infinity pool. Visit during the Loy Krathong festival each November (happening in 2019 on November 13), which is celebrated throughout Thailand and takes place during the full moon of the 12th month according to traditional Thai lunar calendar. The resort gets into the spirit with krathong-making classes (floats made from banana tree trunks), a cocktail reception with dancers, and then transports guests into the village of Chiang Saen to partake in the night markets, fireworks, and floods of people releasing paper lanterns into the sky.
What’s Included
All meals, mini-bar, some alcohol, transfers, admission to the Hall of Opium Museum, plus the choice of an elephant or spa experience.
Kokomo Private Island is located within the pristine Great Astrolabe Reef.
Fiji
Location
A 140-acre private island just south of Fiji’s mainland. The property is accessed exclusively by its Twin Otter seaplane or helicopter on 45-minute flights from Nadi International Airport or 25-minute flights from Suva.
Accommodations
21 beachfront villas and five residences that range from three- to six-bedrooms—the largest of their kind in Fiji. All feature sustainable design and incorporate Fijian décor.
Amenities
The stunning setting is draw enough, but there is also a nine-room spa with deluxe wellness treatments. Stroll up to one of the island’s waterfront restaurants, but don’t ask for a menu. Guests are encouraged to request whatever they like, taking advantage of the island’s fresh produce that comes from the five-and-a-half-acre organic farm. There are also 16 beehives and 170 free-range chickens that lay fresh eggs.
Extraordinary Experiences
The location grants direct access to the Great Astrolabe Reef, the fourth largest in the world—excellent for diving, fishing, and snorkeling. The island launched a coral gardening and restoration project, and guests can help by assisting with coral transplantations.
What’s Included
All meals, non-motorized watersports, one 45-minute spa treatment, one tank dive, and laundry.
This Victorian mansion is hidden among a 30-acre garden.
New Zealand
Location
A 30-acre property, located 30 minutes from Christchurch. Ten acres consist of sheep paddocks, while 20 acres feature decorative gardens, woodlands, ponds, orchards, and a vegetable garden.
Accommodations
Seven rooms within the restored Victorian lodge each have their own charm, the showstopper of which is a four-room Master Suite. The lodge is also filled with original wood paneling, 15 wood-burning fireplaces (in guest bedrooms and bathrooms), stained-glass windows, and 40 pieces of contemporary New Zealand art.
Amenities
The property produces more than 100 varieties of fruits, vegetables, nuts, and mushrooms on-site, as well as its own farm-raised lamb and pork.
Extraordinary Experiences
Flora is big here. Come in September to witness more than one million daffodil bulbs in bloom. March is peak season for porcini mushrooms, and guests can accompany the head gardener for foraging. Off site (for a fee), take the TranzAlpine train that reaches the Southern Alps, passing through the Waimakariri River and dramatic moss-laden forests with waterfalls; charter private flights to view the sperm whales as they breach; or golf at the Christchurch Golf Club, the seventh oldest club in the world outside of the UK.
What’s Included
All meals, as well as pre-dinner drinks with canapés, a five-course degustation dinner paired with local wines, laundry service, and guided garden tours.
Located between the rainforest and the blue waters of Indonesia’s Flores Sea, the resort offers wildlife encounters on land and at sea.
Indonesia
Location
On Moyo Island, a private oasis with rainforests and a nature reserve, about 65 minutes from Bali’s Denpasar airport.
Accommodations
Twenty swanky safari tents each measure 624 square feet and feature hardwood floors, walls, windows, air-conditioned canopies, and full bathrooms.
Amenities
It’s all about nature here—from scuba diving with certified experts through vibrant waters to catching your own fish for the chef to prepare sashimi. Adventure meets luxury with an array of gear for watersports (kayaking, windsurfing, paddleboarding, Hobie Cat sailing, snorkeling), a beach-side restaurant and teak bar serving Indonesian and Western cuisine, an open-air spa, and a freshwater pool with a nearby waterfall shower.
Extraordinary Experiences
Take advantage of the property’s two exclusive sailboats, Amanikan and Amandira, and explore the region. With any luck, you’ll catch sight of some of those infamous Komodo dragons.
What’s Included
All meals, non-guided short treks, non-motorized watersports (except scuba diving and night snorkeling).
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