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ZAD\u00daN, A RITZ-CARLTON RESERVE, Mexico<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

When the winter blues hit, there’s no better cure than booking a getaway to a dreamy destination. And lucky for you, GRAZIA USA<\/em><\/a> has compiled some picture-perfect retreats. Whether you\u2019re craving a tropical paradise, a cozy hotspot or an exciting city adventure, we have just the place that’s right for you to recharge and relax this season. Check out our favorite beach retreats, city hideaways and chic cabins, below.<\/p>\n

Beach Retreats<\/h2>\n

Bask in the sun at these beautiful destinations.<\/p>\n

MAUNA LANI, Hawaii<\/h4>\n

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Mauna Lani<\/a> means \u201cmountain reaching heaven\u201d and guests staying at the lush 32-acre oceanfront oasis on the Kohala Coast will feel as if they\u2019re in paradise. The destination is a part of the Auberge Resorts Collection and features three pools, five restaurants and two top-ranked golf courses. The spa offers all-natural treatments as well as an exclusive goop Glow Facial using products from Gwyneth Paltrow\u2019s wellness line, which can be purchased on-site since it\u2019s the brand\u2019s only location in Hawaii. -CK<\/p>\n

HACIENDA ALTAGRACIA, Costa Rica<\/h4>\n

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Located in the rainforests of Costa Rica\u2019s Talamanca mountains, Hacienda AltaGracia, Auberge Resorts Collection<\/a> is the ultimate destination for rest and relaxation. The 180-acre resort offers a variety of holistic healing experiences thanks to a partnership with NYC-based luxury wellness center THE WELL. General Manager Mark Wright notes guests quickly learn what it means to be genuinely well. \u201cEvery detail, including this season\u2019s holiday programming, is inspired by the destination and its traditions, making it the perfect retreat for travelers looking for an immersive and restorative stay,\u201d Wright says. \u201cWith soul-stirring wellness, Latin-inspired cuisine, and adrenaline-packed adventures, a stay at AltaGracia is truly a once in a lifetime experience.\u201d -Casey Brennan<\/p>\n

FAIRMONT MAYAKOBA, Mexico<\/h4>\n

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The tropical forest, scenic lagoons and crystal-clear Caribbean waters at this 240-acre gem in the Riviera Maya<\/a> practically ensure anyone staying here will never be bored. Available activities offered include nature trail bike rides, spa treatments, and golf games on a PGA El Camale\u00f3n course designed by Greg Norman. For those feeling a little less ambitious, the newly opened beach club, Maykana, features private cabanas overlooking an infinity pool. -CK<\/p>\n

GOLDEN EYE, Jamaica<\/h4>\n
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GoldenEye, Oracabessa, Jamaica
Lagoon Cottage<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Made famous by James Bond author Ian Fleming, GoldenEye on Jamaica\u2019s North coast has long been the hangout for the in-the-know crowd. Owned by Island Records founder Chris Blackwell and decorated by renowned designer Barbara Hulanicki, rooms feature custom-designed Jamaican furniture and African fabrics. The famed Fleming Villa is a must: It can accommodate up to 10 people in the three-bedroom main villa and two new poolside cottages. Guests can take a dip in Fleming\u2019s swimming pool, relax in the media room, or luxuriate at the private Fleming beach just steps away from where James Bond was created. -CB<\/p>\n

ZAD\u00daN, A RITZ-CARLTON RESERVE, Mexico<\/h4>\n

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This picturesque Ritz-Carlton Reserve property<\/a> enjoys panoramic views of the Sea of Cortes throughout the 20-acre landscape as well as from its expansive 115 rooms and suites, many of which have individual pools and terraces. A private attendant, called a Tosoani, or \u201cdream watcher,\u201d anticipates your every need and can curate a customizable itinerary of all the property has to offer \u2014 from agave tastings to bonfires under the starry night sky. Enjoy authentic dining experiences at the resort\u2019s four food and beverage venues, or relax with locally inspired treatments, a Savasana Sound Room session, and a soak in a whirlpool at Spa Alkemia. -CK<\/p>\n

MANDRIAN ORIENTAL, Canouan<\/h4>\n

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A remote hideaway on the island in the islands of St. Vincent and Grenadines, the Mandarin Oriental, Canouan<\/a> is a remote hideaway with only 26 suites and 13 villas located on a white powder stretch of Godahl Beach. The ultimate in beach-y chic, the property sits on a sprawling 1200-acre estate and is known and loved for the lack of tourist crowds that descend on other Caribbean islands (fun fact: there are more tortoises than people on Canouan!) so guests can rest and relax in virtual privacy. The entry level room is a massive 1300-square foot one bedroom ocean view suite; the largest accommodation is the nearly 5,400-square foot three-story Lagoon Villa featuring four-bedrooms and an infinity pool. There are five restaurants and bars along with four more just a quick golf cart ride away on the Grenadine Estates. A highlight for sporty travelers is the Jim Fazio-designed, 18-hole golf course known for stunning views, while the Balinese-inspired spa offers an impressive menu of services for recharging. -CB<\/p>\n

City Hideaways<\/h2>\n

Get a culture fix in the most exciting cities around the world.<\/p>\n

SOFITEL LEGEND SANTA CLARA CARTAGENA, Colombia<\/h4>\n

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Step inside a little piece of Cartagena\u2019s history at the orange-hued Sofitel Legend Santa Clara. The building was originally built in 1621 and used over the centuries as a convent, charity hospital and medical school. It transformed into a tropical palace hotel in 1995 and has attracted celebrities and royals during their stays in the legendary walled city. After you kick back with famous mojitos at the El Coro Lounge Bar or enjoy locally-caught seafood from Jard\u00edn Santa Clara, you may be craving a trip to the beach. Luckily, Santa Clara\u2019s new sister property, Sofitel Bar\u00fa Calablanca Beach Resort, is just a quick 40-minute boat trip from the center. -CK<\/p>\n

PARK HYATT, Tokyo<\/h4>\n

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Set high above the city streets below, Park Hyatt Tokyo<\/a> occupies the top 14 floors of a modern skyscraper in the Shinjuku neighborhood \u2014 the perfect place to take in sweeping panoramic views of Mount Fuji and the sparkling city lights. Showcasing museum-quality art and clean, modern interiors inspired by a New York penthouse, the hotel boasts 177 guest rooms as well as five restaurants, two bars and a patisserie helmed by Chef Thibault Chiumenti. -CB<\/p>\n

ALMANAC, Barcelona<\/h4>\n

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Almanac Barcelona<\/a> gives foodies the chance to experience the Catalan capital\u2019s culinary delights with a delectable host of curated offerings. Sip red and whites at Torell\u00f3 Cellars, a winery famed for their bubbles that\u2019s 45 minutes outside the city, and then go \u201cgreen haute cuisine\u201d with Michelin-rated chef Rodrigo de la Calle\u2019s plant-forward creations at the hotel\u2019s on-site restaurant Virens. The lavish tasting menu is constantly evolving since the chef chooses only the finest homegrown Spanish ingredients available. One recent meal ranged from a lively \u201cceviche\u201d made entirely with mushrooms and other vegetables just as tasty as the seafood- based version to black garlic gnocchi bathed in a hot and sour soup. -Aaron Rasmussen<\/p>\n

FOUR SEASONS, Mexico City<\/h4>\n

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There\u2019s plenty to love about Mexico\u2019s capital city, including the five-star, hacienda-style Four Seasons Hotel Mexico City<\/a>. The property is in the central neighborhood Reforma, making it a great base to explore everything this vibrant cultural center has to offer, such as the Frida Kahlo Museum and the Chapultepec Castle. Stops at Citadel Market and an afternoon of shopping at local vendors, including Carla Fernandez\u2019s Boutique, are highly recommended. But no trip is complete without experiencing the city\u2019s renowned, rich culinary offerings. Enjoy cocktails and dinner at Ling Ling on the 56th floor of The Ritz-Carlton, a no-frills food tour in bohemian Coyoac\u00e1n or taco omakase at Michelin-starred Pujol by chef Enrique Olvera. -CB<\/p>\n

THE BEAUMONT, England<\/h4>\n

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There really is nowhere better than London during the holidays and the Beaumont<\/a> is a favorite home away from home. Located in the posh Mayfair neighborhood, just steps from the city\u2019s best shopping, The Beaumont was recently refreshed after a 15-month renovation that added a new bar, library and al fresco dining terrace; the sleek Art Deco-inspired interiors embody the spirit of the grand hotels of 1920s London and New York but with an intimate feel. The hotel features 72 rooms \u2014 22 of which are suites \u2014 with bathrooms decorated with black-and-white mosaic tiles and underfloor heating \u2014 a must for London winters. The Beaumont Spa offers treatments with MZ Skin and Oskia, while guests have access to an on-site gym 24-hours a day. The Colony Grill Room draws inspiration from the traditional grill rooms of London and New York past, while Magritte Bar was inspired by the American bars that took Paris by storm in the 1920s; the newly added Terrace, an outdoor option, serves drinks and snacks and is covered and heated in cold weather seasons but perfect for a late-afternoon tipple. -CB<\/p>\n

WALDORF ASTORIA, Park City<\/h4>\n
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Waldorf Astoria Park City<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Located at the base of Park City Mountain Resort, Waldorf Astoria Park City<\/a> is the ideal setting for a stress-free ski trip. With unforgettable views of the picturesque Wasatch Mountain, the dog-friendly resort offers slope side access to some of the world\u2019s best skiing as well as every luxury amenity and service imaginable. Guest rooms are decorated with custom furnishing and top-of-the-line kitchens along with spectacular views outside. Guests can recharge at the 16,000-square foot spa, or at the resort\u2019s signature bar and restaurant, Powder; the outdoor patio with fire pits, heated pool and Jacuzzi are the piece-de-resistance after a day of moguls. -CB<\/p>\n

HOTEL EMMA AT PEARL, San Antonio<\/h4>\n
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Hotel Emma<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Located along the banks of the San Antonio River in the heart the Pearl District, Hotel Emma<\/a>‘s property was previously a former 19th century brewery. It taps into its roots through the design which features an industrial aesthetic with South Texas grandeur. The 146-room, 11-suite property includes the one-of-a-kind amenities one would expect on a luxury stay, including a rooftop pool complete with a new Poolside Provisions food truck, a library filled with 3,700+ books, electra bikes, private terraces with fireplaces and more. Foodies will be delighted with the array of culinary finds, which include the American eatery, Supper, fine groceries and local provisions store, Larder, and the bar and clubroom, Sternewirth.<\/p>\n

Cabin Fever<\/h2>\n

Snuggle up in luxury at these relaxing retreats.<\/p>\n

WILDFLOWER FARMS , New York<\/h4>\n

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Nature lovers hoping to enjoy some quiet down time will be impressed with Wildflower Farms, a newly opened Auberge Resort in New York\u2019s Hudson Valley. Orchards, animals, and the namesake farm dot the sprawling property\u2019s 140 secluded acres. Guests staying in one of 65 cozy bungalows, cottages or suites can feast on world-class cuisine sourced from local growers and unwind with treatments that change seasonally at Wildflower\u2019s Thistle Spa, which stocks products from luxury French brand Biologique Recherche. -CB<\/p>\n

PONANT CRUISES<\/h4>\n

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From a three-masted 88-meter French sailing yacht gliding around the Seychelles to a luxury electric polar exploration icebreaker cracking its way through drifting sea ice in Antarctica, PONANT<\/a> has mastered the art of combining small capacity vessels with intimate excursions to create outsized travel memories. Every detail on these bespoke cruises sailing under the French flag is considered and taken care of so travelers can focus on enjoying the experience, whether it\u2019s a guided daytime excursion with a naturalist guide or a sunset dinner followed by an evening of onboard entertainment. Japanese subtropical islands, the Chilean fjords, or even far-flung Greenland \u2014 the most stressful part of the journey will be deciding where to go next. -AR<\/p>\n

DUNTON HOT SPRINGS, Colorado<\/h4>\n

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Nestled 8,600 feet on the West Fork of the Dolores River in the San Juan Mountains, the exquisitely restored 19th century ghost town Dunton Hot Springs<\/a> seamlessly melds luxury with Wild West rusticity and authenticity. Original hand-hewn log cabins that once housed miners now serve as accommodations with names like Major Ross and Forge. The resort\u2019s main hub is a saloon where well-booted guests can mosey up to the long wooden bar on which Butch Cassidy etched his name while holed up here after robbing a bank in nearby Telluride. Skiing, soaks in the hot springs and long lazy afternoons reading by the fire in the library thankfully have taken the place of showdowns and shootouts. -AR<\/p>\n

INNESS, New York<\/h4>\n

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Idyllic views of the bucolic landscape from 28 cabins and a 12-room farmhouse are a huge draw at INNESS<\/a>, an intimate country refuge and members club in Accord, New York. Just as enticing? The restaurant and lounge prepares dishes with produce grown on a 3-acre farm on the grounds. There\u2019s plenty of room to roam at INNESS \u2014 so much so that the Upstate destination has a 9-hole golf course and plenty of hiking trails as well as swimming pools and tennis courts. A wellness building housing a spa and gym is a welcome new addition in 2023. -CK<\/p>\n

SCHWEIZERHOF ZERMATT, Switzerland<\/h4>\n

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Who says solo travel can\u2019t be a richly rewarding experience? The Schweizerhof Zermatt<\/a> offers what they call \u201cCozy Rooms\u201d \u2014 homey and inviting accommodations tailor-made for single travelers who can\u2019t wait to cuddle up with a good book. Guests staying at this Alpine-chic take on a traditional lodge can hit the area\u2019s world-class slopes or just stay in and fall for the stunning views of the Matterhorn from the hotel\u2019s balconies. The Schweizerhof Zermatt understands the stomach is the way to everyone\u2019s heart, and the property\u2019s dining choices include, among others, Cheese Factory, a traditional restaurant that serves up raclette, fondue and other Valais regional specialties, as well as La Mu\u00f1a, which is only open in winter and focuses on Peruvian-Japanese fusion cuisine. 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