Europe

Paradise isn’t one-size-fits-all. The same turquoise that soothes in the Maldives might thrill in Fiji or mesmerize in Bora Bora. For travelers in search of serenity, connection, or discovery, these islands promise beauty—but in very different forms. Choosing between them isn’t about geography. It’s about identity.

There’s a new Mexico emerging—one that exists beyond the postcards and the predictable. For the modern traveler, Mexico is not just a destination but a state of mind: creative, layered, and alive with contrasts. It’s a country where design meets tradition, where centuries of culture coexist with a generation that’s redefining what modern luxury feels like.

For years, travel was measured by quantity—how far, how fast, how many stamps in a passport. But the new luxury traveler is unlearning that rhythm. Slow travel isn’t about distance or duration; it’s about presence. It’s the art of staying long enough to listen, of letting a place unfold instead of consuming it.

Luxury yachting is no longer about the yacht itself—it’s about what it allows you to experience. Privacy, rhythm, and perspective. A return to travel where time bends to your will and the horizon becomes your only itinerary. Across the Mediterranean, the Indian Ocean, and the Pacific, a new generation of vessels is redefining what it means to explore the world by sea.

There was a time when train travel meant simply getting from one point to another. Today, it represents one of the most refined ways to see the world — slow, cinematic, and steeped in history. From Europe’s Belle Époque carriages to Japan’s minimalist cabins, luxury trains are redefining how travelers experience distance and time.

Not every festive trip needs months of planning. For travelers who decide late but expect the best, there are still destinations where the season feels special without the crowds—or the stress. From sun-soaked islands to quiet winter landscapes, these are our curated suggestions for a last-minute end-of-year escape.