These Tropical Destinations Should be on Your Bucket List

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These Tropical Destinations Should be on Your Bucket List

Live Aqua Punta Cana
Punta Cana, Dominican Republic

Along pristine Dominican Republic beaches sheltered by an 18-mile reef sits Live Aqua Punta Cana, an ideal destination for a tropical holiday you’ll never forget. Quiet days spent along the Caribbean, laying on white sand or in the ultra-luxe spa, offer you ample space to relax and reset. There are plenty of beautiful things here to experience, from gorgeous islands accessible only by boat to historic cities. The on-site dining options range from casual to upscale, allowing you to go from ceviché by the sea to a formal french dinner on the same day. Plus, plenty of wellness activities mean you can return from vacation made new.

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Grand Fiesta Americana Oaxaca
Oaxaca, Mexico

When it comes to a stay in Oaxaca, a charming city full of rich history, delicious cuisine, and indigenous culture, there´s no better hotel than the Grand Fiesta Americana Oaxaca. With a prime location in the historic city center, this place is perfectly positioned for you to explore the main square or the marketplace. The hotel itself is a blend of tradition and modernity that fully captures the unique character of the region. Relax in one of the spacious guest rooms, or stay active with a dip in the onsite pool or a visit to the fitness center. Enjoy authentic Mexican cuisine at the onsite dining experience, Restaurante La Distral, before visiting the Agave Lounge for a specialty cocktail made with the religion’s famous mezcal.

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Acqualina Resort & Residences
Miami Beach, FL

Acqualina Resort & Residences is all about ultra-luxe living, where Mediterranean grandeur meets modern refinement. The lobby is a vision in white, accented by marble floors, grand columns, and sumptuous furniture from Fendi Casa. The pool area is a sanctuary, offering guests the choice between crimson-red loveseats and private cabanas. The Forbes Five Star spa is particularly notable as well, with state-of-the-art treatment rooms, relaxation lounges, a private Royal Spa Suite for special occasions, and an outdoor terrace. When it comes to dining, the resort doesn't disappoint: Costa Grill offers ocean views right on the beach, while Il Mulino New York, Avra, and Ke-uH serve up refined Italian, Greek, and Japanese Fusion food, respectively. The rooms, starting at a spacious 750 square feet, are adorned with Italian marble floors and Vena Oro marble vanities, all while offering ocean views that make the Atlantic seem like your own private sea.

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Grand Fiesta Americana Chapultepec
Chapultepec, Mexico

Planning a trip to Mexico’s capital city? Look no further than the Grand Fiesta Americana Chapultepec. This hotel boasts 203 sleek and spacious rooms with warm wood accents and large windows to take in the view. And what a view it is. The prime location across from the beautiful Chapultepec Castle and Bosque de Chapultepec, a sprawling park amidst the high-rises, gives guests unparalleled vistas to admire. Stay in for a trip to the 24-hour gym or a relaxing massage at the spa, or head out and discover attractions such as a zoo and museums just across the street in Bosque de Chapultepec. End your day with dinner at the elegant onsite restaurant Azur, which serves up Mediterranean cuisine.

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Hotel Greystone
Miami Beach, FL

With all the amenities of a large resort and the look and feel of a boutique, Hotel Greystone is the perfect South Beach getaway for those who want their privacy but value comfort. Located just a block from the ocean (don't worry, they have a beach club), it's an adults-only haven—Art Deco in exterior, minimal in interior, but heavy on the beach vibes, with a beautiful pool that doesn't disappoint and guest rooms that interpret the hotel’s iconic Art Deco facade in the key of effortless luxury and beachy sophistication. The hotel’s culinary offerings are substantive, from elevated dishes at Sérêvène to top-of-the-line mixology in The Greystone Bar.