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Hit the Beach in Style at These 5 Luxurious Escapes
Amanzoe Porto Heli, Greece
Live like an ancient god at Amanzoe, where Acropolis-style design and modern amenities merge to give you an experience that is truly otherworldly. Situated within the Peloponnese peninsula, this resort is dotted with pavilions and villas, each equipped with private pools and offering a luxury escape. Of course, you can't stay in your room forever, and you certainly won't want to here given all there is to do, from exploring ruins to learning the art of beekeeping at a family-owned farm. The stunning beach club offers plenty of opportunity to relax by the water, although you're invited to borrow some watersports equipment or charter a boat for an aquatic adventure. When you have explored the region, head back to the resort for a Mediterranean-style meal before taking a peek at the spa menu and booking a rejuvenating experience for the next day.
Close to the beach in one of the most sought-after neighborhoods in LA for visitors, transplants, and locals alike, Viceroy Santa Monica is your sun-drenched Californian retreat tuned to the rhythm of the Pacific Ocean. Whether you're chilling in the pool area on the expansive outdoor patio or one of the open-air cabanas, unwinding in the recently refreshed accommodations, or hanging out at the highly anticipated indoor-outdoor restaurant and bar, this is the place for slow days and fast company. When it's time to go off-site, indulge in one of several acclaimed nearby restaurants, or simply mosey on over to the iconic Santa Monica Pier.
Home to the only rooftop pool on the Emerald Coast and four food and beverage establishments helmed by celebrity chef Hugh Acheson, Hotel Effie Sandestin is a true gem on the shores of Choctawhatchee Bay in Northwest Florida. The new 250-room lifestyle hotel features a full-service spa on-site for maximum pampering, private shuttle service to over seven miles of powdery white beaches on the Gulf of Mexico, and access to four championship golf courses designed by Robert Trent Jones, Jr., Rees Jones, and Tom Jackson. For travelers looking for refined Southern hospitality on the Panhandle, Hotel Effie offers an experience like no other.
Experience tranquility in one of Hawaii's most popular beach destinations at Park Shore Waikiki, a serene oasis located directly across from the beach and Kapiolani Park. This hotel offers the best of both worlds, with its peaceful oceanfront views and proximity to vibrant dining, shopping, and entertainment. The rooms are designed with comfort in mind, featuring floor-to-ceiling windows and modern interiors. The hotel also boasts a destination bar and restaurant, offering both indoor and outdoor dining options. The highlight, though, is the 3rd-floor rooftop pool deck overlooking the ocean and beach, accompanied by discounts on various outdoor rentals.
Villa La Estancia Beach Resort & Spa Riviera Nayarit Nayarit, Mexico
Beach vacations are universally a good time, but we don't blame you if you don't want to put in the effort to plan a whole vacation, activities and food included. Luckily, if you opt for the all-inclusive option at Villa La Estancia Beach Resort & Spa Riviera Nayarit, the hotel and flights are enough. Escape to your own slice of paradise where you don't have to plan a thing, as there are plenty of restaurants and things to do on-site and at the neighboring Villa del Palmar Flamingos, all included in the plan. The elegantly-appointed rooms are super spacious and filled to the brim with amenities, and the views are perfect for your own slice of tropical paradise.
