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Inside the King’s Beachside Secret: Luxury You’ll Never Accidentally Stumble Upon 👑
Plus: Vegas Redefines Luxury in 2025 🧖♀️
Catherine Beaumont
April 21, 2025
To those who seek life’s finer pleasures,
If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to vacation next door to royalty or soak in a private onsen after sipping ancient Georgian wine—this one’s for you.
In this issue, we’re exploring next-level luxury: from King Mohamed VI’s jaw-dropping Moroccan retreat (yes, it has underground tunnels) to the six under-the-radar destinations that blend authenticity with indulgence. And don’t worry—we didn’t forget Vegas, which is having a serious glow-up in 2025.
Pack light, dream big, and let’s dive in.
📰 Upcoming in this issue
Luxury by Royal Decree 👑
Beyond Bali: 6 Luxury Destinations You Haven’t Booked (Yet) 🌍
High-Rollers & Hidden Spas: The Best of Vegas in 2025 🎲
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Luxury by Royal Decree 👑 Read the full 1,270-word article here
Article published: April 18, 2025
I just read “Royal Mansour Tamuda Bay: Inside King Mohamed VI’s Lavish Retreat” by Elite Traveler, and wow — this isn’t just another ultra-luxe resort, it’s a royal flex on the future of hospitality.
The Moroccan king, who boasts a fortune upwards of $9 billion, is redefining seaside luxury with his third Royal Mansour outpost, nestled quietly near his own beachside estate in Tamuda Bay.
From its 18,000 sq ft Royal Villa with hidden staff elevators to three restaurants helmed by Michelin-decorated legends, every inch of this place whispers: “the King lives next door.”
There’s even a network of underground tunnels so the service feels more magic than human — think: staff appearing like genies from beneath your villa.
And if that’s not regal enough, the resort’s spa sprawls across three floors, includes cryotherapy and a pink salt room, and sits next to what might be the most exclusive stretch of “public” beach you’ll never share.
Key Takeaways:
🏰 A 280,000 sq ft tunnel system allows staff to pop in and out unseen — even directly into the Royal Villa.
🍽 Three restaurants, three Michelin-starred chefs — Fréchon, Alajmo, Dacosta — serving French, Italian, and Spanish cuisine in a 55-room hotel.
🧖♀️ A 46,000 sq ft medi-spa with hammams, Ayurvedic treatments, cryo, and a jacuzzi the size of a pool.
🏖 A “public” beach turned private — thanks to the King’s presence — guarded from jellyfish and jet skis alike.
Beyond Bali: 6 Luxury Destinations You Haven’t Booked (Yet) 🌍 Read the full 1,028-word article here
Article published: April 15, 2025
I just read “6 luxury getaways you’re not considering (but absolutely should) in 2025” from Luxury Lifestyle Magazine, and trust me — your travel bucket list is about to get a major upgrade.
Move over, Maldives — this piece unearths the globe’s best-kept secrets for seasoned travelers craving authenticity without sacrificing luxury.
From horse rides on Portugal’s wild beaches to rooftop wines in Georgia and jungle spas in Mexico, these six spots blend high-end escapes with a sense of discovery.
Think: five-star stays minus the selfie-stick crowd.
Each destination has its own flavor — Tbilisi’s gritty-chic wine bars, Ljubljana’s lakeside calm, and Wakayama’s temple-side onsens are just the beginning.
If your 2025 travel plans still say “Positano,” it might be time for a rewrite.
Key Takeaways:
🍷 Tbilisi, Georgia: East-meets-West cityscape, ancient wine in clay pots, and moody boutique hotels with real character.
🌲 Comporta, Portugal: Unpolished beaches, pine forests, and boutique bliss an hour from Lisbon — pure unplugged luxury.
🛁 Wakayama, Japan: Swap Tokyo hustle for minimalist ryokans, private onsens, and sacred pilgrim trails with nighttime temple tours.
🎭 Mérida, Mexico: Think colonial mansions turned boutique hotels and Mayan ruins without the tourist trap vibes of Tulum.
Article published: April 16, 2025
I dove into “The best luxury hotels in Las Vegas in 2025” from Luxury Lifestyle Magazine, and wow — Sin City has outdone itself.
Vegas isn’t just neon lights and slot machines anymore.
This article spotlights five-star sanctuaries where blackjack tables meet botanical gardens and IV drips sit next to Chanel.
The Bellagio still stuns with its iconic fountains and Michelin-level dining.
Caesars Palace brings Roman opulence with 3,500+ rooms and headliners like Garth Brooks.
But it’s the newcomer, Fontainebleau Las Vegas, that really impressed — think 150,000 sq ft of casino space, poolside movies, and NutriDrip IV lounges.
For shoppers, Wynn Las Vegas is pure couture heaven, from Balenciaga to Balmain, with spa suites to match.
Vegas in 2025? She’s evolved — and she’s luxurious.
Key Takeaways:
🎰 Bellagio: Dancing fountains, Cirque du Soleil shows, world-class art, and serene botanical gardens set the gold standard on The Strip.
🏛 Caesars Palace: 3,500+ rooms, 22 restaurants, and star-studded shows inside a Roman empire of indulgence.
🧖♀️ Fontainebleau Las Vegas: Newcomer with wellness-focused extras — spa IV drips, cooking classes, and an outdoor cinema oasis.
🛍 Wynn Las Vegas: Designer shopping, palatial suites (up to 5,800 sq ft!), and golf-with-a-view redefine Vegas glam.
One last thing
Luxury travel isn’t just about five-star ratings anymore—it’s about experience, intention, and choosing places that feel as exclusive as they are enriching.
Whether it’s a spa beneath a jungle canopy or Michelin stars served steps from a palace, the best escapes in 2025 aren’t necessarily the loudest—they’re the most thoughtfully curated.
Because in a world full of filters and crowds, the true luxury? Finding beauty off the beaten path.
Until next time—travel smart, and travel well. 🌍✈️
Catherine Beaumont
Editor-in-Chief
Boston, Massachusetts
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