By land
Big Sur, Calif. | Post Ranch Inn
When to travel: Year-round When to book: 3-6 months ahead
Why Post Ranch Inn: This sanctuary perched atop the cliffs of Big Sur, some 1200 feet above the Pacific Ocean, boasts natural architecture that accentuates the nearby coast and wooded mountains. Choose from thirty-nine luxurious yet rustic rooms in a variety of unique “houses” with intriguing names like Cliff, Pacific, and Tree. Each house offers a different style and eco-friendly architectural features, as well as secluded decks with expansive ocean or mountain views.
Virtuoso Exclusive Offer*: Upgrade on arrival (subject to availability), daily buffet breakfast for two, early check-in/late checkout, and $100 food and beverage or spa credit, once per stay.
By air
Private Jet 24-Day Global Expedition | Four Seasons
When to travel: Aug.-Sept. 2015 When to book: 9-12 months ahead
Why a 24-Day Global Expedition via Private Jet: Jet set across the globe in this three-week, dream-like tour of nine stunning global destinations, with extravagant accommodations at nine Four Seasons properties. In Seattle, join your dedicated support team on board a well-appointed private jet with only 52 handcrafted flatbed seats and then start your global adventure! Visit Tokyo’s temples and fish markets, Beijing’s Tiananmen Square, The Maldives’ reefs, Tanzania’s Serengeti National Park, Istanbul’s Grand Bazaar, St Petersberg’s canals and Marrakech’s bustling market.
Virtuoso Exclusive Offer*: Due to the exclusivity and all-inclusive amenities included in this luxury getaway, Virtuoso amenities are not applicable.
By sea
Tahiti, French Polynesia & Fiji | Paul Gauguin Cruises
When to travel: Jan.-June When to book: 6-9 months ahead
Why Tahiti, French Polynesia & Fiji with Paul Gauguin Cruises: Sail the unspoiled, remote South Pacific on The Gauguin, a small ship that allows you to intimately explore the area’s 118 islands, white-sand beaches and turquoise lagoons. Gauguin Cruises also provides access to the exclusive islet of Motu Mahana for an exciting day of Polynesian culture and cuisine. The ship offers one of the industry’s highest staff to guest ratios, private balconies and a retractable marina offering windsurfing, kayaking and paddle boarding. Itineraries range from seven to 13 nights.
Virtuoso Exclusive Offer*: Virtuoso Voyager Club amenities are available on select dates. Amenities may include, but are not limited to: Up to $150 Shipboard Credit, Tropical Island Sights & Festive Lunch, or $175 Custom Credit. Please contact a Travel and Transport advisor for details and amenities offered on the sail date of your choice.