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First Look: Alila Mayakaoba Riviera Maya, a Hyatt Hotel

Alila Mayakoba, a Hyatt Hotel, is a nature-first beachfront sanctuary. The resort marries tranquil Caribbean shoreline with shimmering lagoons to create a unique coastal escape. The resort’s open, flowing architecture blends seamlessly with lush mangroves and native landscaping, while living Mayan traditions and a holistic approach to wellness infuse every guest experience.

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First Look: Sibbjäns, Gotland Island

Sibbjäns, a regenerative farm stay set on the windswept landscape of Sweden’s Gotland Island, transforms a former horse farm into a sustainable retreat. Guests sleep in thoughtfully handcrafted suites, enjoy hyper-seasonal farm-to-table dining and “Viking wellness” rituals rooted in local traditions.

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America’s Best Oysters Come From the East Coast — And the West Coast Knows It

Yes, oysters are harvested on all three U.S. coasts. But when it comes to the best oysters in the United States—especially for raw consumption—the East Coast doesn’t just compete. It dominates. And the states and farms that prove it have been doing so quietly, and without gimmicks.

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First Look: Fairmont New Orleans

The opening of the Fairmont New Orleans is nothing short of a citywide homecoming. Rising elegantly at the crossroads of Canal Street and the French Quarter, the newly reimagined Fairmont marks the return of one of downtown’s most iconic towers—now reborn as a luxury landmark that feels both unmistakably New Orleans and confidently global.

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First Look: Hiliwatu, Bali Ubud, a Tribute Portfolio Resort

Perched in the peaceful hillside village of Bresela, Gianyar, Hiliwatu, Bali Ubud, a Tribute Portfolio Resort, is a poetic nod to resilience, rootedness, and natural elegance. The serene resort welcomes guests to attune to nature’s slow rhythm while honoring Ubud’s artistic spirit and timeless sense of place.

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