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The Four Seasons Welcomes You Won’t Soon Forget

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Rowed Trip

Guests of Four Seasons Hotel Hangzhou at West Lake arrive at the Hotel not by plane or train, but traditional wooden rowboat. The 45- to 60-minute trip is a tranquil tour of West Lake, a body of water that has long inspired poets, painters and philosophers. Sip longjing tea and glide past temples, floating lotus groves and ancient causeways with arched bridges on your way to the Hotel, idyllically nestled in the flora.

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Kids Win

Let’s face it: Hotel check-in has never topped any kid’s list of happy vacation moments – until now. The thoughtful staff of Four Seasons Hotel Boston has transformed an otherwise mundane moment for children into one to remember.

As families check in, a welcoming staffer pulls around a red wagon filled with small stuffed animals, inviting kids to pick (and keep) their favourite. Children then complete a clipboard questionnaire that’s used to customize their stay. Pro tip for parents: Book the “Kids Adventure Package” and prepare to wow your brood with the greatest arrival gift of all – a dreamy tent complete with luxury linens, a souvenir pillow and a special “glamping” gift, set up in your room.

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Arrival into Nevis

Speedy Cruise

Like a drumroll introducing the main event, the journey to Four Seasons Resort Nevis is part of the Resort’s appeal. After touching down at Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport on St. Kitts, you’ll cruise to Christophe Harbour on a ribbon-like road, taking in sweeping ocean views at every turn. Order a rum punch at the harbour bar before boarding the gleaming white Four Seasons speedboat. Verdant Nevis Peak gradually comes into sharper focus, and in less than 20 minutes you’ve arrived at the Edenic island known as Nevis. Just follow your Four Seasons guide down the pier to the white sand beach and the palm-shrouded string of pastel gingerbread buildings beyond.

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Balinese Blessings

Upon arrival at Four Seasons Resort Bali at Jimbaran Bay, you’ll be greeted with fragrant frangipani – a Balinese symbol of purity and immortality – and make your way to an open-air temple fronting the turquoise waters of the bay. Here, Resort priest Ajik Ngurah, a chakra healer and meditation teacher, conducts traditional Balinese ceremonies and blessing rituals. For road-weary guests, he can offer a special welcome blessing: Close your eyes, breathe deeply and allow gentle spritzes of holy water to wash away all the burdens and stresses of daily life and help balance your energy.

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Puppy Love

You know that heart-full feeling you get when your dog greets you in a frenzy of licking and tail-wagging? Feel it whether or not you’re a pet owner at Four Seasons Hotel Megève, where a young Bernese mountain dog named Nemo waits by the door. Just like Nemo, this iconic ski town in the French Alps has a pedigree – the Baroness Noémie de Rothschild famously vacationed here, and built a ski resort in the 1920s. As if Nemo’s welcome weren’t enough, during ski season guests are ferried to and from the Mont d’Arbois slopes in horse-drawn carriages. Baroness Rothschild would be proud.

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Flying High

Say goodbye to hours-long layovers in Honolulu. Four Seasons Resort Lanai now offers private air charters, and the trip couldn’t be simpler: Land in Honolulu, allow airline staff to transport your luggage, board the Lanai Airlines PC-12 and be on your way. The planes run on a flexible daily schedule and seat 2 to 8 passengers, so whether you’re going as a couple or as a family, the aircraft’s all yours. At the landing pad in Lanai, a Four Seasons Ambassador awaits with keys to a Mercedes Sprinter or luxury SUV – the comfortable final leg of your trip to Hawaii’s wildest island.

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A Photographer’s Journey Through Hawaii

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THE BIG ISLAND

Four Seasons Resort Hualalai is set on Hawaii Island’s Kona Coast, renowned for its wild beauty. “I was captivated by the black lava rock formations, active volcanoes, rugged coastline fringed with palms and the waves that continuously roll in and out,” says photographer and creative director of CEREAL Magazine, Rich Stapleton. The Resort captures the island’s unique elements, from architectural details including a pool carved from lava rock to cooking classes featuring indigenous ingredients. Visitors will also discover a welcoming staff including local treasure “Uncle” Earl Kamakaonaona Regidor, Manager of the Ka’upulehu Cultural Center. “When we met, he was teaching a little girl to play ‘Itsy Bitsy Spider’ on the ukulele,” Stapleton says.


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LANAI

“Lanai has a relaxed charm to it,” says Stapleton. “It also has incredibly diverse scenery despite being one of the smallest Hawaiian islands. There’s the lush greenery around the coast and then, as you move inland, rugged, rocky areas like Keahiakawelo that feel otherworldly.” Four Seasons Resort Lanai sits on the island’s unspoiled southeastern shore, incorporating its natural surroundings into both its design and unique adventure activities: snorkeling in Hulopoe Bay, scuba diving to the Cathedrals – two underwater caves formed by lava flows and teeming with sea life – or exploring the island by UTV, via helicopter or on horseback. “Our guide on the horseback ride led us to a plateau from where we could look out across the entire island. It was awe inspiring.”


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MAUI

“To me Maui is classic, postcard Hawaii,” says Stapleton. “Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea has gorgeous pools that look out over the water, airy cabanas perfect for lazing the day away in, pink sunsets, and the golden sand on Wailea Beach. As a photographer, it’s particularly fun to shoot as there are palm trees everywhere that frame shots and filter the light in pretty ways, and gorgeous mountains rising up in the background. And the light changes constantly, so you’ll see colors moving through the clouds that make them glowing and majestic.” Visitors can also take in the Maui scenery from the vantage point of the Pacific, with ocean activities like whale watching, stand-up paddleboarding, surfing, and private outrigger canoe tours.


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OAHU

“Oahu is home to the state’s capital city and is by far the most urbanized island,” Stapleton says. “The contemporary architecture of Four Seasons Resort O’ahu at Ko Olina captures the modern vibe of Oahu while also highlighting its distinct natural elements – the blue and gold colors found throughout the décor reflect the the sea and sand surrounding the Resort. I particularly love the infinity pool, designed with drop offs around the edge that really accentuate the light and a view of the ocean, where the sunsets seem to last forever because you can see out so far into the horizon.”


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Paradise Found: Hawaii’s 8 Most Instagrammed Spots

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Seekers of photogenic locations and experiences find some of the world’s finest on the Hawaiian Islands. Here are moments captured by our guests that show the best Maui, Lanai, Oahu and Hualalai have to offer – no filter necessary.


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Scroll through guests’ vacation photos from Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea and you’ll notice a trend: No one can pass up the Serenity Pool.

It’s easy to see why. The pool’s edge fades into an unobstructed view of the Pacific, Mauna Kahalawai (the Mountain of Many Waters) and the island of Lanai. With nothing between you and a boundless ocean, you’ll feel as if you’re on the edge of the world. In essence, that’s what Maui’s all about.

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“Sitting at the edge of the Serenity Pool or floating on the infinity edge, you’re able to see all the beauty that the island of Maui has to offer,” says Maile Cano, an attendant at the Serenity Pool.

If you visit in the winter season, you may also see a whale breach the ocean surface – just a few yards away – in its own kind of sun salutation. You won’t be able to resist snapping a photo.


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Polynesian Fire Dance

At Four Seasons Maui, you can admire a nightly sunset ceremony complete with hula dancing, conch blowing and the lighting of tiki torches. If you’re looking to add even more energy to your Hawaii photo album, consider arranging a private event that features a performance by a fire dancer. The experience is decidedly Polynesian, and there’s nothing quite like watching this breathtaking ancient practice on a tropical night.

Fire dancers add an element of excitement and truly ignite their audience. – Paola Fernandez, Director of Special Events

Where that happens is up to you. Enjoy a private, full-scale luau on the Resort’s Oceanfront Lawn – overlooking Wailea Beach – with up to 300 guests. Or make a quiet impression on the object of your affection: Reserve the Serenity Pool from dusk till dawn for an After Hours experience that can include fire dancers, a multi-course dinner and a couple’s massage.


Sweetheart Rock Lanai

The best way to start the day at Four Seasons Resort Lanai is to wake before sunrise and make the 20-minute hike to the Pu‘upehe, also known as Sweetheart Rock.

“Just follow the local surfers down,” says photographer Dana Neibert, who captured one of the above photos of the landmark during a recent visit with his son. “It’s a whole different world on that beach, with giant chunks of coral and miniature caves.”

In addition to its natural beauty, the Resort’s Lanai Ambassador Annalyn Alcantara calls Sweetheart Rock “the setting of one of Hawaii’s most enduring legends.” Here you’ll find a shrine to a pair of legendary lovers, a Hawaiian princess and her young warrior husband.

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Because the rock is a heritage landmark, no official events or activities take place there. Many marriage proposals, however, unfold at the location of the lovers’ tomb, and as a signature (and photogenic) landmark, Sweetheart Rock appears in countless guest snapshots.

The best time to capture your own snapshot of Sweetheart Rock? Although sunsets across the islands of Hawaii are among the best in the world, Neibert recommends visiting Sweetheart Rock right at daybreak. “Sunset is nice, but the morning light is much more dramatic,” he says. “It’s awe-inspiring.”


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Take Flight

For a different perspective on Lanai and Sweetheart Rock, take to the sky. In partnership with the Maui Flight Academy, guests of Four Seasons Lanai can learn how to fly a Cirrus SR22. After 12 to 15 private lessons (best enjoyed during a five-night stay), you’ll take off from Mauna Kea with your flight instructor, cruise over an active volcano vent and eventually land in Hana.

Shorter aerial adventures – where a pilot handles the journey so you can focus on snapping photos – are also available. The Lanai Circle Island Experience is a simple yet stunning 20-minute helicopter tour that takes you above Hulopoe Bay, Keahiakawelo and Polihua Beach.


Oahu: The Golden Hour

In Hawaiian tradition, the best way to end a day on the island is to sing the sun to sleep after its daily voyage, acknowledging its life-giving essence. Ko Olina is a byword for great sunsets, and when dusk falls on Four Seasons Resort Oahu at Ko Olina you’ll feel as though swaths of vivid colour had been brushed on a sky-wide canvas for your private viewing.

The sunsets [here] are reliably stunning, verging on mystical. – Yvonne Hunter, Director of Public Relations, Four Seasons Oahu

At the 123-foot (37.5-metre) infinity pool, the expanse of the Pacific makes the horizon seem wider than anywhere else. “The best way to capture the essence of the sunset,” urges Ha’a Keaulana, “is being present and in the moment.” So after you take your signature sunset snap, put your camera down, sit back and take a moment to appreciate the natural splendour.


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Outrigger Canoe

Paddling out into the ocean in an outrigger canoe, or wa‘a, can bring you closer to sunset on Oahu. But that’s not all that Dalton Ho‘omanawanui Harrington, the Resort’s Activities Lead, appreciates about this family- and group-friendly adventure. “Everyone in the wa‘a is working in sync for one purpose: to move forward,” he says. “That inspires me.”

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Harrington recalls taking his girlfriend out for a peaceful sunset paddle before their anniversary dinner. “I kept it as a secret and surprised her,” he says. “The sun was setting. It was very romantic.” If your group is more in the mood for an adventure, don’t despair: The island’s swells are always changing. Just remember, no matter the thrill level of your ride, to snap a team photo once you reach dry land.


Cocktail at the beach on Hualalai

The veritable rainbow of foods at Four Seasons Resort Hualalai – sourced mainly from local earth and water – make for mouth-watering food photos from our guests. “We get an average of 75% of our ingredients from Hawaii Island,” says Alessandro Cartumini, the Resort’s Director of Food and Beverage. “This lends to colourful, bright and vibrant dishes … which in turn create better photos.”

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The one meal you shouldn’t miss? “Breakfast at ULU,” Cartumini says. Start your day at the daily buffet with made-to-order juice, freshly baked breads, local fruits and an omelette station. You’ll even find kombucha on tap. And for a really hearty breakfast, dig into the spicy Shellfish Moco. Later, at Beach Tree Restaurant, you can net more seafood standouts, such as the mahi tacos with mango relish.

With the beautiful weather in Hualalai, there is never a bad day for a food photo. – Alessandro Cartumini, Director of Food and Beverage at Four Seasons Hualalai

Whether you and your fellow foodies simply document the best bites during your stay or make a culinary pilgrimage for the annual Chef Fest, you will have come to the right place for flavourful pictures.


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Meet the Locals

As residents of the ocean around Hualalai, pods of wild dolphins will invite you into their undersea home. Don’t miss an opportunity to scuba-dive or snorkel around the island, where they’ll show you just how smart and swift they can be.

Videographer Mitchell Oates took the plunge and experienced the thrill of a lifetime last year at Four Seasons Hualalai: With a GoPro in hand, he recorded 50 wild dolphins. In a video posted to Instagram, he describes the moment as “one to cherish forever.”

As sociable creatures, dolphins will fairly often swim up to visitors. But it’s important to note the National Oceanic and Atomospheric Administration recommendation that people stay at least 50 yards (45 metres) away from dolphins, whales and seals.

An encounter from afar – at the Resort’s golf course, for example – can be exciting too. “One of the many great things about playing golf here at Hualalai is that it’s suited for everyone,” says Brendan Moynahan, Director of Golf. “Add in some whales and dolphins just off your tee shot, and it can be a day you’ll never forget.”

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10 Animals You Can Meet on Vacation

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Animals bring peace, laughter and comfort into our lives, and vacations are no exception. Sometimes the most memorable part of a trip is the local wildlife you encounter, which makes spotting a parrot tucked into a palm tree, or hugging an elephant for the first time, worthy of an Instagram post. Take a look at animals you might encounter on your next getaway, from the gentle giants of Thailand to a playful monkeys in Nevis.

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Thailand is known for its elephants, and Four Seasons Tented Camp Golden Triangle is home to a few of the friendly 4-ton mammals – so guests have the opportunity to walk with, bathe or play with them. Be sure to say hello to Yuki, who loves wandering into neighbouring banana plantations for a treat, or give a bath to Yuki’s best friend, Phuang Phet, who prefers sugar cane. Meet the whole four-legged team here and discover each rescued elephant’s backstory.

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Meet miniature Dougal in Hampshire

While at Four Seasons Hotel Hampshire, stop by to pet 3-year-old Dougal, the Shetland pony. The Hotel has a top-class Equestrian Centre so guests can take lessons and explore the English countryside on horseback. Treat children ages 7–16 to the Own a Pony experience, in which they learn about riding, grooming and stable management.

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Sea turtle hatchlings in Punta Mita

The beaches of Punta Mita are crowded each summer with thousands of female turtles coming ashore to lay their eggs. In midsummer, visitors can spot an adult olive ridley, green, hawksbill or loggerhead turtle during her maternal migration. In December, guests at Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita can be a part of the baby turtles’ exciting journey to the water during the annual safe release programme.

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Marvel at the world’s tallest mammal on the Great Plains of the Serengeti. Though they can run at speeds of up to 35 miles per hour, giraffes spend more of their time grazing on acacia trees to get both food and hydration. For optimal photo opportunities, book a walking safari at Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti. Globetrotter Leah Walker did, and she met zebras, hippos and even a lion.

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Parrots perched in Hawaii

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The Hawaiian Islands are home to an abundance of colourful bird species, including this eye-catching blue and gold macaw, a type of tropical parrot that was spotted at Four Seasons Resort Lanai. A macaw is distinguished by its medial – a facial patch as unique as a fingerprint.

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Giants of the sea in the Maldives


The underwater beauty of the Maldives is almost unmatched. With its plankton-rich waters, Baa Atoll is a favourite destination for many impressive sea creatures, including manta rays. You have a chance to swim with these strange and graceful fish all year round when you visit Four Seasons Resorts Maldives, but the best months for the most mantas are June through September.

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Grazing ‘buffalo’ in Jackson Hole

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While out in the beautiful mountainous landscape of Jackson Hole, Wyoming, travellers have a high probability of spotting a bison, also known as the American buffalo. The powerful beasts can run up to 35 miles per hour, can jump up to 6 feet in the air, and love gathering around the warm springs and geysers for the steam.

Book a wildlife safari with Four Seasons Resort and Residences Jackson Hole for an exciting four-hour journey. The guides know the best places to spot local wildlife, like bison, moose, bear and elk.

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The eagle lands in Langkawi


Malaysia’s Kilim Karst Geoforest Park is rich in biodiversity, and visitors to the nature preserve may glimpse one of the world’s fiercest birds: the eagle. Watch these royal birds of prey soar above you as you venture out by boat from Four Seasons Resort Langkawi.

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The world’s largest tortoise in Seychelles

Guests at Four Seasons Resort Seychelles should stop by the Resort’s turtle pen to say hello to Tedwina, the giant tortoise. Her favourite food is mango peel, and she loves interacting with people, especially children.

The Resort team originally named her Ted, thinking she was a male, but quickly changed it. Guests can pet or feed Tedwina, along with Taka, Maka, Cinderella and Socrates. The giant tortoise is the largest of tortoise species in the world.

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Green vervet monkeys in Nevis

Sea turtles aren’t the only local residents that Nevis is known for. In fact, there are more monkeys on the island than people, so guests at Four Seasons Resort Nevis are guaranteed to spot at least one of these curious and playful creatures. Families of monkeys frequently appear on the championship 18-hole golf course at the Resort. Sunset tours on golf carts guide guests to some of the best vantage points for Caribbean Sea–gazing, including the place where monkeys congregate on the 15th green.

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Where Are Best Beach Vacations In the World?

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Whether you prefer an aquatic adventure, the most colourful sunset or the tranquillity that comes from serene crystal waters, the world is full of opportunities to revel in paradise.

In seeking the best beach vacations in the world, we’ve compared your favourite stretches of sand, as displayed on social media, with our own beloved picks, from Bora Bora to Vietnam. These 12 beaches, selected from six regions around the world, are ideal for your next tropical getaway.

Best Beaches in the Pacific Islands

Amid away-from-it-all volcanic islands, the beaches of Indonesia and French Polynesia boast sapphire waters surrounded by emerald mountains.

Traveller’s Pick: Bora Bora

 

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On Instagram, Bora Bora is repeatedly deemed a favourite escape, even called the land of “50 shades of blue.” In addition to the seemingly endless waters, guests can soak in the sight of Mount Otemanu. The recently enhanced overwater bungalow suites at Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora take the beach vacation to the next level, offering 360-degree views and complete immersion in the aquatic life.

Editor’s Pick: Bali at Jimbaran Bay


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Sundara, lauded as the best beach club in Bali, sets this escape apart from the rest. Enjoy live music, sundown cocktails and fresh Jimbaran seafood while you lounge beachside.

The lure of the exotic leads us to another one of our favourite tropical escapes: the beach of Jimbaran Bay. With volcanic mountains visible in the distance, soft white sand and year-round warm temperatures characterize the Bali beach.

After relaxing in the sun, get active with catamaran spilling, stand-up paddle boarding and surfing Bali’s famous breaks. Linger for Jimbaran’s magical sunsets with a drink at Sundara beach club and fresh seafood at Four Seasons Resort Bali at Jimbaran Bay.

Best Beaches in Latin America

Though typically known for its vivid rain forests, South America and Central America can also claim some of the world’s most beautiful beaches.

Traveller’s Pick: Costa Rica

 

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No setting sun is more gorgeous than one dozily sinking behind the ocean, which is why Costa Rica is one of your favourite beaches at day’s end. With warm gulf waters, pristine white sands and tropical trees swaying inland, the Gulf of Papagayo is a premier setting for beach photos – day and night.

Editor’s Pick: Punta Mita


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The Marieta Islands just off the coast of Mexico have hidden beaches perfect for a secluded escape.

With nearby golf courses and opportunities for surfing, Punta Mita is one of our favourite beaches for those who want to do more than just relax.

For a day excursion, visit Islas Marietas National Park, just a few miles west of Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita and relax on one of the world’s most unusual beaches. The islands, formed by volcanic activity, are rich in natural wildlife. From December to March, marvel at the power and grace of humpback whales during their migration through the bay.

Best African Beaches

Home to some of the best lesser-known snorkelling and diving spots, the islands off Africa are excellent options for your next beach getaway.

Traveller’s Pick: Seychelles

Just off the coast of East Africa lie Four Seasons Resort Seychelles and Four Seasons Resort Seychelles at Desroches Island, home to numerous beaches and nature reserves. Nature is awe-inspiring here. You may even catch a glimpse of a rare giant Aldabra tortoise.

“Nothing can beat Seychelles sunsets,” says traveller Tania Gae Mllitello. Besides the beautiful close of the day, she also loves the relaxed atmosphere and the great surfing waves. “On a Sunday afternoon you can go there and find many Seychellois and tourists together catching waves or having a picnic by the beach.

Editor’s Pick: Mauritius


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Surrounded by the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean and basking in nearly year-round sunshine, Mauritius is an island paradise.

The island of Mauritius, blissfully stranded in the Indian Ocean, beckons travellers who seek the serenity of being one with nature. At Four Seasons Resort Mauritius at Anahita guests can enjoy three private beaches, with their choice of a beach sofa, palm tree hammock or sun lounger on Ile aux Cerfs, the Resort’s exclusive private island.

Sail the turquoise sea, marvel at giant tortoises on the beach, play golf on a championship course, or just gaze at the glinting water outlined by the Bambou Mountains in the distance.

Best Beaches in Southeast Asia

With some of the world’s most varied coral reefs and year-round tropical climate, the “East Indies” offer travellers some of the most picturesque scenes for their beach vacation.

Traveller’s Pick: The Maldives

Guests seeking stillness and tranquillity often turn to the beaches of the Maldives, a nation made up of more than 1,000 coral islands known for their blue lagoons and underwater scenery. Katharina Horstmann claims the Maldives at Landaa Giraavaru as her favourite beach because “it reveals the perfect beauty of nature.”

“For me, [true happiness] is when I walk alone on the beach through the coral sand, while the shallow turquoise water tickles my toes.”

For the ultimate in peaceful seclusion, escape to Maldives Private Island Voavah at Baa Atoll.

Editor’s Pick: Hoi An, Vietnam


Beach at Hoi An, Vietnam

Enjoy direct access to Ha My Beach from your suite at Four Seasons Resort The Nam Hai in Hoi An, Vietnam.

Lying in Vietnam’s cultural heartland, the tranquil kilometre-long stretch of beach in Hoi An has been deemed one of the world’s best beaches, and it’s also a relaxing perch from which to explore the country’s rich history.

In between bouts of lazing in the sun, take an excursion to any of the three UNESCO heritage sites nearby: Hue’s imperial city, the temple sanctuary of My Son and Hoi An’s enchanting lantern-lit streets.

Best Beaches in the United States

Whether you’re looking to ride a gnarly wave, sail the Atlantic or escape to the peaceful exotic, the United States of America has a beach for you.

Traveller’s Pick: Lanai, Hawaii

Though Lanai begs to be photographed for its Hawaiian sunsets, swaying palms and sweeping views of the Pacific, its starry night sky is what moved Mark Edward Harris to share the beauty of what has been long celebrated by guests as a favourite American beach destination.

Spend the day playing in the white sands of the secluded “Shipwreck Beach,” accessible only by 4×4 jeep, and snorkelling in the waters of Hulopoe Bay, a protected marine preserve. Then hike to Pu’uPehe (Sweetheart Rock), 20 minutes from Four Seasons Resort Lanai, and stare into the glittering nighttime.

Editor’s Pick: Palm Beach, Florida


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Make Palm Beach, Florida your perch to enjoy natural views and beach tranquillity.

With 47 miles of pristine golden beaches, Palm Beach, Florida, has a setting for everyone – from romantically private stretches of sand to family-friendly beaches with playgrounds, nature centres and beach parks that offer snorkelling, windsailing, fishing or paddleboarding. Catch a gleeful glimpse of a loggerhead turtle, or relax in a cabana with the complimentary service of personal beach staff at Four Seasons Resort Palm Beach.

Best Caribbean Getaways

Southeast of the Gulf of Mexico, the tropical Caribbean is home to more than 7,000 islands, islets, reefs and cays. How do you choose the best?

Traveller’s Pick: Nevis

 

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Called a “hidden gem” by guests, Nevis offers lovely beaches that are almost never crowded. “We spent every evening on this beach watching the beautiful sun set into the ocean,” says Anna Ng, who selected Nevis as her favourite beach getaway. “You truly feel like you’re on a quiet, remote island away from the rest of the world.”

On the north side of the island is a sweet spot, Lovers Beach, virtually hidden from the road. Its secluded location ensures guests optimal privacy. Locals agree that the best beaches on the island are on the northern and western shores. A more popular spot is Pinney’s Beach, running for about three miles near Four Seasons Resort Nevis.

Editor’s Pick: Anguilla


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Relax in your choice of a hammock or beach lounger while enjoying the laid-back atmosphere in Anguilla.

From hidden coves to long stretches of powdery sand, Anguilla is home to 33 breathtaking beaches. And with no cruise ships or casinos allowed, you’re promised a relaxing scene for unwinding. Bask in the low-key spirit of the British Overseas Territory while locals share their passion for boat racing, Caribbean music – and food.

Its impeccable scenery combined with a coastal dining scene like no other, Anguilla easily makes it to the top of our list of best beach vacations in the world. Its silky sand is highlighted by more than 100 restaurants, from rustic to luxurious, several of them right on the water. Enjoy a rum punch, a local lobster delicacy and the everlasting allure of the sea at Four Seasons Resort and Residences Anguilla.

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