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The New Luxury Travel: Small Ships, Solar Power, and Intimacy in Wild Places
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Luxury travel used to mean bigger everything. Sprawling suites, extravagant wine lists, and over-the-top displays of wealth. But that definition is shifting.
Matador Network spoke with Mark Wheeler, president of luxury travel company andBeyond, who says today’s high-end travelers are chasing something different: access. Smaller safari camps, intimate expedition ships in places like the Amazon’s Pacaya Samiria Reserve, and deeper connections with local communities.
The new status symbol is access to places few travelers reach.
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Walk Along the Top of These 700-Foot-Tall Cliffs Towering Above the Atlantic Ocean
The Cliffs of Moher stretch for eight dramatic miles along Ireland’s west coast. A coastal trail lets you walk along the edge for sweeping ocean views and one of the country’s most unforgettable hikes.
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Island-Hopping Around Palawan, Philippines, Is the Best Adventure You Can Take
Photo: Scott Sporleder
With nearly 1,800 islands scattered around it, Palawan is one of the most remote corners of the Philippines, where secluded beaches and untouched islets still outnumber crowds. Photographer Scott Sporleder shares how to spend five perfect days island hopping through this tropical paradise.
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How to Spend 72 Hours in Brisbane, Australia
Photo: Visit Brisbane
IN PARTNERSHIP WITH VISIT BRISBANE
Brisbane blends laid-back sunshine with a growing food, art, and rooftop bar scene. With new direct flights from Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Dallas, it is also an easy gateway to rainforest adventures, island escapes, and golden beaches.
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HotelTonight’s Best Deals Right Now
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These rates are live right now and won’t last*:
SkyBeach Resort and Marina - $197 (normally $358)
St. Pete Beach, Florida: Newly renovated beachfront resort with white sand, Gulf views, and elevated coastal luxury.
Marina Motel - $156 (normally $467)
San Francisco, California: Retro-cool stay steps from the water, perfect for sunset strolls along the bay.
The Lindy Renaissance Charleston Hotel - $292 (normally $565)
Charleston, South Carolina: Stylish blend of vintage charm and modern comfort, walkable to the city’s best sights.
City24 Hotel - $186 (normally $413)
San Diego, California: Sleek downtown hotel with modern, condo-style suites near the Gaslamp Quarter.
Grand Hôtel du Roi René MGallery Collection - $207 (normally $257)
Aix-en-Provence, France: Bright, modern stay a 5-minute walk from Cours Mirabeau, with Provençal dining onsite.
Where to Stay
Travel Well
The Matador Editorial Team
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