Fiji, located in the middle of the azure waters of the South Pacific Ocean is renowned for its breathtaking landscapes along with rich culture and friendly people. This enchanting locale has been called the “soft coral capital of the world” for it’s underwater treasures. If you’re looking to get away from it all and relax in style at a secluded, adult-only tropical oasis, Likuliku Lagoon Resort, located in the beautiful Mamanuca Islands should be at the top of your list.

Tucked away in the picturesque countryside of Canada’s Eastern Townships, lies Spa Eastman - a short drive from Montreal and close to Vermont, Maine and New Hampshire. Set on 326 acres with views of Mount Orford, the property is stunning with a lovely pond, indoor and outdoor pool and many scenic walking trails amid the lush landscape. This wellness retreat considered the best in the country, is world-renowned for its unique approach to optimum health.

Canada’s Eastern Townships in southern Quebec was featured in the New York Times prestigious list of 52 Places to go in 2023, described as “Canadian New England with a French Style.”  This gem of a region has charming towns, bucolic countryside, pristine lakes, vineyards and exceptional cuisine as well as top resorts and spas. There are plenty of activities all year round in this nature wonderland or you can just turn off, get away from it all, relax and rejuvenate. And it’s easy to get to, just over the borders of New Hampshire, Vermont and Southern Maine or you can fly into Montreal and rent a car, stopping at wineries, quaint villages, fromageries and farmers’ markets.

Québec City enchants one and all with its distinct charms and natural beauty, making it one of the most visited places in Canada. Overlooking the St Lawrence River with its picturesque streets, charming Old Town, grand architecture, historic landmarks, impressive culinary scene and fabulous French flair, North America’s oldest French-speaking city makes an alluring getaway.

London is surely one of the most exciting places on the planet. With the highly anticipated opening of 2 spectacularly stunning and ultra luxurious hotels – its fabulous quotient has gone up even more.

The highly anticipated Jay, an Autograph Collection Hotel - part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio, launched last November in San Francisco’s lively Embarcadero neighborhood. This luxurious charmer with a prime location near the Ferry Building, features 360 stylish rooms and suites, some with terraces offering stunning bay vistas. And these “viewing spots” are sublime.

Napa Valley, world-renowned wine region, elevates its fabulous quotient even higher with this year’s BottleRock better than ever. Throngs of locals and visitors of all ages descend upon this beautiful Northern California enclave for the ultimate Memorial Day Weekend Festival held at the Napa Valley Expo. The Spectacular features great music, fine Napa wines and celebrated chefs serving up culinary delights.

Berlin’s edgy mix of glamour and grit creates a captivating ‘city of cool.’ Germany’s vibrant capital with its renowned spirit of openness, individuality and creativity, has become a paradigm of the art, fashion and music worlds. And oh that fabulous nightlife!

Sipping a mojito in my cushy cabana at Velas Vallarta while gazing at the cerulean sea, sure felt like paradise to me. Puerto Vallarta captivates with its sun kissed beaches against the backdrop of the Sierra Madre Mountains. This trendy resort town on Mexico’s Pacific Coast with a lively palm tree lined oceanfront malecon (promenade), offers a vibrant art scene, voguish boutiques, superb gastronomy and happening nightlife.

Sonoma wine country is more than double the size of neighbor Napa and with its gorgeous scenery, superb farm to table dining and esteemed grapes, it’s easy to fall under its spell.

Montage Laguna Beach At 20 - A Great Escape

An intimate desert oasis with an innovative, evidence-based approach to wellbeing and cuisine by acclaimed Nobu, sure sounded good to me. In point of fact, I’ve enjoyed relaxing stays at numerous healing havens only to resume my stressful city life upon my return. Ever hopeful of finding a lasting panacea, I journey on.