Laidback Minimalism at Punta Caliza, Isla Holbox

An island sanctuary in Mexico where guests can surrender to seclusion

The ever-so-slightly complicated route to Mexico’s Isla Holbox means that those who make the journey truly want to be there, and want to experience all that the vibrant but tranquil enclave has in abundance. The tiny island (just 26 miles long and one mile wide) is part of Yum Balam Nature Reserve, a lush area comprising wetlands, beaches and forests replete with Everglades palms and …

Word of Mouth: St Barths

Our favorite ritzy and relaxed places on the Caribbean island

The Collectivity of Saint-Barthélemy—better known as St Barths—is truly bouncing back two years after the devastation that Hurricane Irma inflicted on the Caribbean island. Many hotels that call this small island home didn’t just rebuild; they regrouped and reimagined their properties, creating entirely new and luxurious experiences that are difficult to match. Yearly events like the West Indies Regatta, St Barth Film Festival and culinary …