travel like an A-lister: 5 unbelievably unique experiences at the world’s best hotels
It’s no secret celebrity summer vacations are over the top and while we may shake our heads at some of it, we admit that we love living vicariously. Here at P&C, we get excited when photos and press releases detailing private jet travel, ultra high end accommodations and luxury destinations hit our inboxes. So much so, that we decided to compile a list of some of the most beautiful and highly sought after A-list vacation spots as well as the coolest experiences one can have there. Here are our top 5.
Falconry at Ventana Big Sur
The five-star eco-friendly resort on the California coast offers the most bespoke itineraries from oracle reading to beekeeping to our favorite, Falconry. It was good enough for Taylor Swift who chose to hang with a few feathered friends while vacationing on property. Anne Hathaway, Natalie Portman, and Anna Kendrick are also said to have stayed there.
Mushroom Cave Lunch at Soneva Kiri
Getting to this unspoiled island in Thailand is no easy feat. First you have to get to Bangkok, then hop a small plane and finally, transfer to speedboat. The long journey didn’t stop Chris Hemsworth and wife Elsa Pataky or Josh and Audra Duhamel. After all, they knew what awaited them - from snorkeling to safari to secluded villas complete with “a Barefoot Guardian,” offering personalized service 24/7. Ever been to a mushroom hut? Us either. Here you can indulge in a full five-course dining experience in the same spot where the mushrooms are grown. Talk about the ultimate farm to table.
Private Jet Journey at Amanpuri
Kate Moss, Leonardo DiCaprio, Brad and Angie (in happier times), and Jay-Z and Beyoncé (seen above with a baby Blue Ivy) are all said to be “Junkies” of the exclusive Aman brand. Amanpuri in Thailand, the chain’s first resort, offers seemingly endless experiences from wellness immersions to hydrofoiling to thai boxing. The only thing better than a trip to an Aman resort, is a trip to two Aman resorts which of course, can be arranged as Amanpuri offers a private jet experience to Cambodia’s Amansara. It’s the ultimate luxury with meals, immigration, transfers and even laundry taken care of so all you have to do is take it in.
Jungle Canopy at Hacienda Alta Gracia
This all inclusive 5-star Auberge resort in Costa Rica’s Talamanca Mountains is both secluded and serene, which is why it’s no surprise that Nicky Hilton, Sean White and Reese Witherspoon have all been drawn to it. Sample from organic gardens, visit a coffee farm or recharge at the holistic wellness center. The property is situated on 180 acres of tropical forests, which one can experience from above on the exclusive canopy tour. Ascend to the top of the jungle tree canopy, then kick back in a hand-crafted rope web and observe the wildlife from a birds eye view. If you want to get close to nature, this is undoubtedly the closest you can get.
Granite Hot Springs at Caldera House
The five-star boutique hotel, nestled beneath the mountains of Jackson Hole in Teton Village, is the premiere destination for celebrities such as Gwyneth Paltrow and Gigi Hadad and was even featured on an episode of KUWTK. Comprised of eight sprawling suites, the hotel is said to have the intimacy of a private residence. Need to ease sore muscles after a good hike or ski? Check out the granite hot springs that are so remote you can only access them by snow mobile or dog sled. The picturesque journey to the mineral water is all part of the adventure.
