Many people travel to explore new places and engage with people or experiences that differ from those at home. Travel offers a period of decompression and relaxation that can reboot the soul, creating more fulfilling lives when travelers return to their daily existence.
And the key to a successful trip? Knowing your travel goals before you embark.
Taking a recess to reassess, whether it’s to relax, spend time with loved ones, or push cultural and personal boundaries, is essential. Depending on your travel goals, these 10 dreamworthy hotels can help you reset, connect and travel better.
As always, check for travel guidelines and closures before planning your trip.
RESET WITH A TRANQUIL GETAWAY
JW Marriott Mauritius Resort
Whether you stroll along its secluded white sand beach, relax with a treatment in the spa or pay a visit to the famous tortoises at nearby La Vanille Nature Park, the island nation of Mauritius offers an energy and tranquility that can help you truly reset.
The shoreline of the JW Marriott Mauritius Resort is best enjoyed from a lounge chair with refreshments in hand. The Beachfront Access suites close to the lagoon are worth it for on-demand relaxation — you can walk right from your terrace to the shore for that sand-in-your-toes experience.
The Cloudveil, Autograph Collection
Western-inspired The Cloudveil, Autograph Collection delivers plenty of urban style in the middle of Wyoming’s hippest town, Jackson. Cuddle with a loved one by the fireplace, sip cocktails by the outdoor fire pit, or stroll to nearby dining from this central hub right on Town Square.
The wild, Wild West vibe of Jackson is evident in the downtown shops and endless mountain scenery from the rooftop terrace. This hotel delivers a sense of place with its laid-back style and rustic design details while putting outdoor adventure just a short drive away. Mountain picnic, anyone?
Sheraton Tel Aviv
Wake up with the Mediterranean Sea’s eastern shores in view from your guest room at the Sheraton Tel Aviv, which offers gorgeous panoramas, a great location smack between Frishman and Gordon Beaches, and a dedicated spa for locally inspired treatments like a Dead Sea salt scrub.
If everyone in your party is 18 or older be sure to upgrade to one of the Club Seaview rooms that come with access to a lounge for complimentary breakfast, all-day refreshments and an evening cocktail hour.
Take advantage of special rates (or Marriott Bonvoy status benefits) that include late checkout to extend your relaxation by the beach for a few hours longer.
CONNECT WITH LOVED ONES ON AN ADVENTURE
Moxy Paris Val d’Europe
Moxy Paris Val d’Europe brings maximum hip factor to Montevrain, near Disneyland Paris, and is perfect for memory-making experiences with kids. This is the place to stay when you want to spend time with loved ones in one of Europe’s most popular amusement parks and then return to a hotel for a tasty dinner or snacks in the lobby lounge.
Plus, everyone receives a free drink at check-in, and families can request rooms with sofa beds so they can spend more time together in the same space. The hotel is the complete package for French-fueled Disney fun with friends and the whole family.
SpringHill Suites Myrtle Beach Oceanfront
Long-recognized as a family-friendly destination, Myrtle Beach brings sun and fun with none of the hassle of the bustling traffic in other resort towns. It’s easy to drive around this beachfront city, which is filled with amusement parks, shops, restaurants and golf courses to explore after a day on the beach.
SpringHill Suites Myrtle Beach Oceanfront is known for spacious suites with separate areas for sleeping and relaxing. Plus, there’s a mini fridge and microwave, giving families the chance to feed kids what they want, when they want it.
After a restful sleep, get together with friends and family at the free, hot breakfast buffet. If that’s not enough, enjoying beach views with the ones you love will lull you into vacation mode in no time.
Delta Hotels, Mont Sainte-Anne, Resort & Convention Center
This mountain base property is an ideal gathering spot for groups of friends, extended families and couples. Even for those traveling for work, it’s easy to bring the family along for the journey. And for a fee, you can bring your four-legged friends along, too.
Delta Hotels, Mont Sainte-Anne, Resort & Convention Center offers convenient access to everything from skiing and golfing to hiking and dog-sledding. Families will love the studios, lofts and condos that come with sofa beds and kitchenettes.
A stay here will create lifelong memories with the ones you love, from learning to ski on Mont Sainte Anne’s renowned ski slopes to hitting an expert round of golf with friends or colleagues.
EXPAND YOUR HORIZONS IN NEW-TO-YOU DESTINATIONS
Sheraton Denver Downtown Hotel
In the middle of the city center, the Sheraton Denver Downtown Hotel suits every need, from city exploration to easy-to-reach mountain adventure.
Enjoy a few days of urban fun at indoor miniature golf courses, escape rooms and table tennis cafés before driving up to the nearby slopes for a round of skiing, hiking or even a simple picnic.
Don’t be afraid to try something new. Who knows, maybe cross-country skiing or snowshoeing will be your new favorite sport? Nature could be the missing link to redirect stress toward inner peace through yoga, meditation, hiking or even rock climbing. The Mile High City has the keys to unlock a newer, better you.
W Costa Navarino
Stepping into this Greek paradise immediately relaxes the soul, but the location of the W Costa Navarino differs a bit from the usual Greek tourist destinations. Tucked into the Peloponnese region, this Ionian Sea resort offers a chance to explore beyond the landmark-rick capital or sun-soaked islands where most visitors head.
While surrounded by the latest music and fashion-forward spaces, you can put your sportiest skills into overdrive. Rock climbing, sailing, hiking, golf and tennis are all within reach.
Who knows? You may just discover a new artist, musician or sport that you really fancy. Reward yourself at this new-to-you sun spot with direct beach access and numerous coves for swimming and enjoying the sun.
Courtyard Mahabaleshwar
Ever heard of Venna Lake? The surrounding forests of this Indian nirvana are something of a hidden secret, but maybe not for long. Courtyard Mahabaleshwar is a nature-lover’s paradise. Inviting balconies unveil the sprawling countryside and forests of Mahabaleshwar, an area known as the “strawberry capital of India.”
The property’s dreamworthy views from the pool terrace inspire guests to take a dip into a new place or even a new skill. Many visitors enjoy boating on Venna Lake or visiting nearby waterfalls. Whatever you decide to do, this is the kind of place you wish you had known about long ago.
The Westin Porto de Galinhas, an All-Inclusive Resort
Mention Brazil to most travelers and they will wax poetic about Rio de Janeiro or Iguazu Falls. If you want to really impress friends or family, travel to this all-inclusive paradise on Brazil’s northeastern coastline.
What surfers have known for years is finally catching on with mainstream travelers looking for sun, fun and cultural exploration without the tourist trappings of the “been there, done that” pins on the map.
Explore the region with The Westin Porto de Galinhas, an All-Inclusive Resort as your base, and don’t miss the resort’s spa with indoor and outdoor pools, saunas and treatment rooms.
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