After you’ve hung the decorations, wrapped the presents, cooked the food and entertained all your guests – it’ll be time for you to book some much-needed R&R. In the meantime, while you’re currently in full holiday-mode, just think… the rush will be over in a few more weeks and you can be lounging poolside (or bar-side) at one of these six luxury accommodations while on a handcrafted trip of a lifetime.   

Skalakot
Skalakot – Iceland
With white gables that echo the nearby mountains, this family-owned manor hotel is a cozy and luxurious retreat. Rooms are decorated in true Icelandic style. The exceptional restaurant features local specialties from Arctic char to homemade bread. Now, this is getting away from it all. 

Hotel Sahrai
Hotel Sahrai – Morocco
On a hill between the Fes Medina and the New Town, this boutique hotel has unparalleled views. Light-flooded rooms are decorated with a contemporary twist on Moroccan design. Facilities include an infinity pool, fitness center and Givenchy spa – perfect for your well-deserved, post-holiday pampering.

Borgo Egnazia
Borgo Egnazia – Italy
Apulia is where the high-profile stars go to escape and decompress, and Borgo Egnazia is the perfect stay. A whitewashed seaside compound, this chic property is designed as a Mediterranean village. Elegant rooms decorated in shades of white amplify Apulia’s sun. The property offers indoor and outdoor pools, a terrific spa and a range of dining options.

Iguana Crossing
Iguana Crossing – Galapagos
What better way to relax than with an ocean-front room in paradise? There’s nothing but National Park (with a live volcano) out the back. This hotel is cool, very close to nature and eco-minded. Amenities include a swimming pool, a roof-deck Jacuzzi and its own excellent restaurant.

Inkaterra Machu Picchu
Inkaterra Machu Picchu – Peru
Set among 13 acres of tropical gardens featuring over 140 species of orchids, this hotel proudly 100% carbon neutral. Spacious rooms are situated in unique hillside casitas and feature lovely tile floors, carved wood furniture, and luxurious bathrooms.
 
Amarvilas
Oberoi Amarvilas – India
Just 600 meters from the Taj Mahal, all rooms and public areas in this fine resort offer breathtaking views. Inspired by Moorish and Mughal architecture, it has been ranked in the top 10 hotels in the world by Travel + Leisure.