European Getaways to Soak Up The Summer
Just thinking about a getaway to Europe’s coastal countries brings fresh seafood, sun-kissed beaches and fascinating history to mind. From the flourishing vineyards of Portugal to the glistening lakes of Italy, take your summer travels to the next level with five of my top Mediterranean destinations. When you book your next trip with me, you’ll receive exclusive benefits found nowhere else.
NOBU HOTEL IBIZA BAY
IBIZA, SPAIN: HAVE FUN IN THE SUN
Ideally positioned on the shores of Talamanca Bay, two kilometers north of Ibiza Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Island life begins here away from the hustle & bustle, steps from the hotel you will be straight onto the soft sandy beach – or your yacht. With the beach promenade right outside your door, within 15 minutes you will be wandering through the trendy boutiques & restaurants of Marina Botafoch.
GRAND HOTEL SON NET
MALLORCA, SPAIN: EXPERIENCE ISLAND LIVING
Son Net history dates to 1672 on western Mallorca, the largest of the Balearic Islands. Now an elegant retreat, Son Net juxtaposes palatial architecture with breathtaking views right at the foot of Serra de Tramuntana and less than 20 minutes from Palma.
HECKFIELD PLACE
HOOK, HAMPSHIRE, ENGLAND: STROLL THE ENGLISH COUNTRYSIDE
If the Hampshire meadows are calling your name, Heckfield Place may be just the haven for you. Less than an hour from London, Heckfield Place takes us from the hustle and bustle to its grounding roots, beginning with its biodynamic Home Farm.
VILLA DUBROVNIK
DUBROVNIK, CROATIA
Set into the rocky cliffs on the most magical stretch of the Dalmatian coast, Villa Dubrovnik is a stylish retreat for guests in search of luxurious privacy and first-class hospitality. The hotel’s pristine white architecture provides a stunning contrast to the rocky landscape and emerald green waters of the Adriatic.
AIRELLES GORDES
GORDES, FRANCE: LIVE OUT YOUR OWN FAIRYTALE
Your favorite medieval fairytales come to life at Airelles Gordes, an idyllic gem in Provence. This 18th-century hotel is home to more than 2,000 paintings, and features period furniture and antiques sourced from the most prestigious dealers of France.
SÃO LOURENÇO DO BARROCAL
MONSARAZ, PORTUGAL: UNWIND AT A SPRAWLING VINEYARD
In Alentejo, vast landscapes sweep you away amid ancient holm oaks, olive groves and vineyards. The São Lourenço do Barrocal estate has been in the same family for more than 200 years, and the farms’ star product here is wine, sustainably pioneered since 1820.