Escape Route Bali – A Guide to the Island’s Best Luxury Hotels
Bali is renowned for its beautiful beaches, scenic rice paddies, and lively surf spots, as well as its rich cultural heritage, including traditional dances, ceremonies, and craftsmanship. The island is also famous for its vibrant arts scene and rich culinary traditions with world-class luxury hotels and spas. The Ritz-Carlton, Bali ARRIVE The Ritz-Carlton, Bali is […]
Secluded Stays
From mountain refuges to nature reserves, island hideaways to tropical rainforests, these sublime secluded places offer the perfect escape from the modern world. Photographed by Shelli Wright Mexcaltitán, Riviera Nayarit, Mexico A short boat ride from Riviera Nayarit´s coast brings travellers to the small island of Mexcaltitán, nicknamed the “Mexican Venice”, thanks to the many […]
Hotels Moonlighting as Galleries
Artists love to exhibit their work in 5-star hotels. They’re usually spacious and well-lit, host an affluent clientele and are experts at catering to the public. Hotel owners also like to invest in artwork, and their lobby displays can constitute an eye-catching and intriguing welcome for guests the moment they step through the doors. Here […]
Trip Tease: The Westin Mission Hills Golf Resort & Spa
Set on 360 acres in the Californian alpine landscape, The Westin Mission Hills Golf Resort and Spa is a desert sanctuary ideal for exploring the greater Palm Springs region. Stay Showcasing Mediterranean architecture, picturesque mountain views and a secluded natural desert landscape, the hotel offers 512 well-appointed guest rooms for a luxurious night’s sleep. Retreat […]
Best Kid’s Clubs for Mini-Jetsetters
Club Hopping! These top-rated kid’s clubs are the perfect destinations for your little jetsetters. The Chuon Chuon (“Dragonfly’”) Kids’ Club Four Seasons Resort The Nam Hai, Hoi An, Vietnam Chuon Chuon’s standalone building and enclosed grounds encompass a “mini resort” of maximum fun, with its own pool, multiple indoor and outdoor play areas plus […]
Travel Safely During the Pandemic With New App
Ever dreamed of cruising down the Amazon on an ultra-luxe riverboat, reaching the peak of Mt. Kilimanjaro, racing an F1 car on a closed track in Dubai or helicoptering off the deck of a ship to visit Emperor penguins on the coast of Antarctica? The travel app, DragonSlayer, can help you check off every item […]
Saving Face | The Best Alternatives to Cosmetic Surgery
Embrace your natural beauty with these alternatives to cosmetic surgery Cosmetic surgery has become increasingly popular over the years as a way to enhance your appearance and reduce the signs of ageing. However, the risks and potential complications associated with these procedures have resulted in many seeking out non-surgical alternatives, which have fewer risks, quicker […]
Firm Up | The Ultimate Guide to Achieving Youthful and Firm Skin
Sagging skin can be a challenging issue to address, but with advancements in skincare technology, there are now more options than ever to help you achieve the youthful, radiant skin you desire. To get the inside scoop on the latest procedures that promise to firm, tighten and smooth sagging skin, we turned to Dr Kate […]
Let it Glow! | Party Season Skincare Tips
Dr Kate Jameson, founder and medical director of Youth Lab, Australia’s leading medical aesthetics clinic specialising in non-surgical aesthetics and skin rejuvenation, gives an inside into how to get your complexion through the holiday season (and keep it that way long after). It is starting to feel like Christmas. The holiday season is in full […]
Pack Like a Boss
Eight Tips to Help Business Travelers Pack Light If the thought of packing for your upcoming business trip makes you want to stick to telecommuting, Marla Tomazin offers eight tried-and-true tips that will help you look great while sticking to one suitcase. Even for seasoned road warriors, suitcase packing tends to be […]
How to Dress Like a Londoner
For your typical upper-class Londoner, fashion, elegance and poise come naturally. Renowned for Its A-list style from home-grown designers, England’s thriving capital has a diverse range of looks to suit everyone. Find out how to dress posh and pretty with these five easy tips! Coat Check “Being effortless is the coolest thing in the world.” […]
Denim Awards
The most flattering fits and on-point styles. Get ready to shop your shape! If you’re tall and leggy: The style: Skinny Jeans The look: Denim leggings take the skinny jean to a whole new level. No playful scrunching around the ankle here. This skin-tight, curve-celebrating trend hypes up the ’80s nostalgia of the season. How […]
BEHIND THE SCENES
Olivia Culpo
Get an inside look at RETREAT Magazine’s cover shoot with the always beautiful, Olivia Culpo. Video by Chris Bredesen Photography Shelli Wright Styling Bailee Edgington Hair Tracy Moyer at Rex Agency Makeup Liz Castellanos at Dew Beauty Agency Location Shade Hotel Redondo Beach
Baja Mexico | Behind the Scenes with Retreat Magazine
Surf chick cool has never felt more now. Meet our two gorgeous models showing off some of our favourite pieces at the Sheraton Grand Los Cabos Hacienda del Mar in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico.
Rachel Zimmerman
Meet our gorgeous (and super-lovely) cover girl, Rachel Zimmerman, showing off some of our favourite pieces in Whistler, Canada at the stunning Fairmont Chateau Whistler.











































