22 Destinations That

Keep Us Coming Back

 

 

 

 

 

1. Napa Valley, California, USA

“Napa Valley is my guiltless addiction!,” says F1S advisor Arleyne Espinel. “It’s one of the only destinations that we have repeated over and over again, so it organically became the focus of my business and expertise. With 400+ wineries, you can do it differently every time! Culinary powerhouses. Top-notch spas. I can go on and on! It is truly ‘Disneyworld for adults.’”

2. Newport, Rhode Island, USA

“Newport has so much going on,” says F1S advisor Richie Legouri. “Visit the historical mansions along the Cliff Walk and Bellevue Ave, take a quick ferry ride to Block Island, enjoy never-ending shopping and great dining options along the Wharf and throughout town, like Clarke Cooke House, 22 Bowen’s, The Black Pearl. Gurney’s on Goat Island is also a great place for sunset cocktails and dinner.” Plus, there are a host of food festivals promoting local eateries and breweries and events like the Newport Folk Festival.

3. Amangiri, Canyon Point, Utah, USA

“Amangiri is special because the hotel is tucked into the most amazing landscape. The architecture of the hotel is done in a way that it feels as though it’s part of the natural surroundings and allows the area to feel untouched and preserved,” says F1S advisor Kim Silvertown. “The service is incredible, everyone is attentive, and the local guides are superb. When you’re not hiking, or enjoying the spa, you can listen to interesting speakers talk about the land and history of Canyon Point. You leave feeling accomplished, refreshed, and renewed.”

6. José Ignacio, Uruguay

“The place I love to visit over and over is José Ignacio in Uruguay. This small quaint super chic beach town is unlike any other place I have ever been,” says F1S Managing Director Willa Griffin. “It is a beautiful blend of South American culture mixed with a slightly St. Tropez vibe. The small town of José Ignacio comes alive every December to March when you can wander the quaint streets to check out all of the local galleries, find incredible spots to eat or hit the beach for some surfing or a glass of rosé at one of the beach clubs.”

7. El Calafate, Patagonia, Argentina

“The town of El Calafate is one of my favorite places to visit. I was amazed by the diversity of the wildlife, the rustic homes, which invoke a true sense of coziness, and was just in awe at being surrounded by such a beautiful, mountainous landscape,” says Catalina Morales, F1S’s Partnerships Coordinator. “I’ve had the chance to see the beauty of the colors changing in the fall and have visited the Perito Moreno Glacier boardwalk, where I spent hours taking in the calmness of it all—which is much different from Bogotá, where I live! Don’t miss heading into the mountains to enjoy their beauty up close.”

8. Iceland

“To this day, my trip to Iceland was my absolute favorite,” says Liora. “I went during the winter when you can’t plan your days; your schedule and activities are all dependent on the weather. And every day you experience something different. I would love to see Iceland in the summer—but I would still definitely go back in winter.”

17. India

“India will always have a special place in my heart. Not only is the country beautiful, but my personal connections there make it truly come alive. Visiting with my family in their small town, listening to the older generation tell stories. Watching my mom and aunts cook elaborate meals. Riding on the back of my cousin’s motorcycle up to the mountains and taking in the amazing views in the summer, when the monsoon creates the greenest landscape in my dad’s hometown. It’s all just incredible,” says F1S advisor Thelma Abhyankar.

18. The Maldives

“The Maldives is the perfect romantic destination. When my husband and I visited, we were truly able to reconnect. We have three kids and are recent empty nesters, so we were able to enjoy and focus on time together, just us!,” says F1S advisor Leah Winck. “We visited many favorite resorts while exploring the islands. We spent time relaxing on the beautiful beaches, enjoying delicious meals, indulging in spa and wellness treatments, snorkeling with sea turtles, sunset sailing amongst dolphins and riding bikes. The Maldives evokes a real sense of peace, calm and togetherness and is most definitely a top recommendation when considering a destination with your special someone.”

19. NIHI Sumba, Sumba Island, Indonesia

“A place that blew my mind—and one where I’ve sent as many clients as I could if the opportunity was there—is NIHI on the island of Sumba in Indonesia,” says Liora of the hotel, with its private villas and where you can do everything from surf to swim with horses. “It’s a magical haven. Your mind is blown, you are left at ‘hello.’ You can’t believe these places and types of experiences exist. You feel like you are in a hidden world in the wild.”