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Grand Prix Racing Night Hits the Streets of Mexico at Top Speed

GP Racing Night Kicks Off the 2019 Mexico Grand Prix

Ocean Blue World, in partnership with renowned businessman Andrés Simg from Articulos JA and Paola Ibarra from Pola St Barths, unveiled a supercharged extravaganza with their GP Racing Night kicking off Mexico´s highly anticipated Grand Prix. Held in Polanco´s swanky Joy Room, high profilers from around the world came together to celebrate the prelude of the Formula One World Championship. In the name of fast cars, this #ByInvitationOnly event fired up the thrill of the luxury sport blasting racing excitement at top speed throughout the buzzing metropolis.

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With a V.I.P. guest list that included sport stars Mario Dominguez and Fredrik Johnsson, and A-listers such as Julio Bracho, Paulina García Robles, Alberto Cinta, and many more, this was an off-track celebration not to be missed. Over 500 guests indulged in the most desirable experiences alongside iconic brands including VUHL, Aeroméxico, Swarovski, Ferrari Mexico City, L.A. Cetto, Tequila Clase Azul, and more. Official items signed by Mexican driver “Checo” Pérez were up for auction with proceeds going to the Fundación Checo Pérez. Attracting media coverage by the likes of Televisa, Quién magazine, and Club Reforma, Ocean Blue Productions also went #BehindTheScenes capturing all the non-stop action.

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Ocean Blue World launched their signature Ocean Blue Neon Experience featuring a live luminous painting on canvas and glowing body art. Ocean Blue trapeze artists staged an epic performance flying effortlessly through the air, and a radiant all-out blue walkway took guests #IntoTheBlue as they explored the dynamic atmosphere.

¨This year´s GP Racing Night, created together with Andrés Simg and Paola Ibarra, was over the top electric with the spirit of Formula One around every corner. Ocean Blue World, the global, luxury networking platform, proudly left its signature mark as a night to be remembered for all racing enthusiasts,¨ states Vanessa Fukunaga, Owner and CEO of Ocean Blue World and Engel & Völkers Snell Real Estate.

As the destination of choice for the start of an adrenaline-charged week, GP Racing Night warmed up the fuel-blistering engines in spectacular style sprinkling racing elegance throughout the evening. Ocean Blue World would like to thank their sponsors: VUHL, Aeroméxico, Brick Hotel, Hippodrome Hotel, Viceroy Los Cabos, Engel & Völkers Snell Real Estate, and Neon Experience. A must-attend event on the circuit calendar, Ocean Blue World looks forward to hosting GP Racing Night for 2020.

Swim with the Crocodiles at Cabo’s Croc Experience

Adventure in Cabo: Croc Experience

Jacques Cousteau hailed the Gulf of California as the world’s aquarium, and for residents and visitors, his famed words normally conjure images of whales crashing deep on the horizon or dolphins swimming alongside tour boats. For more adventurous types, the fun doesn’t end there. Thrill seekers will be happy to know that their marine adventures aren’t limited to snorkeling the waters of Cabo Pulmo, fishing for marlin, or enjoying a leisurely drink at sunset. There’s a more exciting option – swimming with the crocodiles.

It may come as a surprise, but it’s with good reason that visitors have a chance to interact with these amazing creatures right in Cabo San Lucas. Croc Experience, located in the northwest outskirts of town, works with organizations committed to rescuing and reintegrating abused species from around the world. The site is home to crocodiles, kinkajou – a monkey native to Central and South America, and lemurs – endangered primates native to Madagascar.

National Reptile Awareness Day, on October 21st, is a chance to reflect on the role reptiles play in a healthy, biodiverse world, and bring awareness to the conditions that threaten their survival. Croc Experience is a proud participant and advocate of National Reptile Awareness Day and seeks to educate visitors on the challenges reptiles face in an uncertain world and the role we can play in securing a healthy future for their native habitats.

Visitors of Croc Experience have a chance to touch and feel baby crocodiles, lemurs, and kinkajou, and immerse themselves in an underwater experience with the fully grown version of one of the world’s most feared reptiles. It’s not for the faint of heart, but then again, life wasn’t meant to be boring. Tours are offered four times a day, every day of the week, and to unwind, brave divers are offered bar service and an artisanal restaurant featuring an Italian menu. Help save the planet and have fun doing it – the team is excited to offer an experience you’ll never forget.

The Ocean State, Rhode Island

Celebrated annually on October 5, National Rhode Island Day marks the last colony to join the Union. If you’re visiting, or even just dreaming about Rhode Island, tag #NationalRhodeIslandDay to share on social media.

At a glance, Rhode Island seems to comprise entirely of museums and historic sites. Admiring day-dreamers wander along Newport’s famous Cliff Walk to view ornate mansions, former summer-cottages to the Old Money. Many have been lovingly restored to their former glory and offer a glimpse of life in the Gilded Age. A jewel in Newport’s crown, Belcourt Mansion is one of these magnificent buildings that celebrate Rhode Island history and culture. Rhode Island-born Carolyn Rafaelian, CEO and Chief Creative Officer of worldwide lifestyle brand ALEX AND ANI, is working to return Belcourt to its original splendor. Inspired by the first lady of the house, Alva Vanderbilt, Carolyn is in the process of reviving the mansion’s faded grandeur with a breath of fresh air.

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The Preservation Society of Newport County showcases a quiver of magnificent properties, all worth a visit. The Breakers, The Elms, Rosecliff, Chateau sur Mer, and Hunter House feature among the list of breath-taking historic residences. Also on the Society’s list, the Green Animals Topiary Garden is a wonderland of vegetative fantasy. Superintendent Gardeners Joseph Carreiro and George Mendonca were responsible for creating the topiaries. The gardens contain more than eighty pieces of topiary sculpted from California privet, yew, and English boxwood, including ornamental designs, geometric figures, animals and birds.

Another Rafaelian project, Carolyn’s Sakonnet Vineyard, is proudly recognized as New England’s oldest vineyard. Founded in 1975, Sakonnet has produced award-winning wines for over four decades. The grapes are all grown locally, picked by hand, and barrel-aged in oak from France, Hungary, Russia, and America. Salty sea breezes, occasional rains, and rolling fog all lend unmistakable, prominent flavors to the grapes, resulting in unique wines sought-after by connoisseurs from around the world.

For a luxury getaway, head out to Ocean House in the historic town of Westerly. A dramatically beautiful historical retreat and unforgettable seaside refuge, Ocean House is dedicated to rest and relaxation. Guests enjoy gourmet meals, spectacular views, and traditional activities like lobster boil. One of the only Forbes Five-Star-rated spas in the country, OH! Spa at the Ocean House pays tribute to the local abundance of the gardens and ocean to provide everything from sea salt scrubs, lavender-infused body treatments, and marine mud wraps. Ocean House Rhode Island maintains a partnership with Wings Air for those wishing to drop in by helicopter from New York or Boston.

Known as the Ocean State, Rhode Island boasts over 650km of coastline with numerous public and private beaches along its tiny 3140 square kilometer area. Despite being the smallest state, Rhode Island has an abundance of enviable ocean views and the promise of adventure.

Los Cabos: It’s Not Just a Place. It’s the Places It Takes You

The Baja Way

Things come together naturally in Los Cabos, Mexico. Nestled at the end of the thousand-mile-long Baja Peninsula, Los Cabos feels like it’s the edge of the known world. In fact, it feels worlds away from the everyday, even though it’s quite easy to reach for modern explorers. It’s where the Pacific Ocean mingles with the Sea of Cortez. Where the golden desert stretches to meet sparkling turquoise waters. And where adventure easily combines with laid-back luxury.

Here, we live by a simple idea: Good things are not rushed. We take our time to make sure every experience is memorable. This elevated approach to service is how we ensure every person who finds their way here is getting the most out of their vacation. It’s what we like to call The Baja Way.

When you arrive, choose from a luxurious range of accommodations, from elegant boutique hotels to expansive all-inclusive resorts. Properties feature classic, traditional or more modern décor, but all offer a higher level of service. Staying in Los Cabos, you can rest assured that you’ll be well taken care of.

Relax by the pool or snorkel beneath the iconic El Arco? Deep-sea fishing or dancing into the wee hours? In Los Cabos, you can do it all – and then some. Ride a camel on the beach, learn how to cook traditional Mexican dishes using the freshest local ingredients, shop for one-of-a-kind artworks and take a sunset cruise on a chartered yacht. Or simply relax poolside, with attentive yet unobtrusive service.

No matter how you decide to spend your Los Cabos vacation, it’s bound to be unforgettable. That’s The Baja Way.

Dr. Amber Straughn – Galactic Explorer

On The Move: Dr. Amber Straughn – Astrophysicist & Galactic Explorer

In popular science fiction, people travel throughout multiple galaxies. The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), Jeff Bezos’ Space X, and Richard Branson’s Virgin Galactic, among other world challengers, hope to someday make this fiction a reality.

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Dr. Amber Straughn is an astrophysicist at NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center and serves as the Deputy Project Scientist for the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) Communications. A forerunner in her field, Dr. Straughn’s specialty is cutting-edge. She observes, using Hubble Telescope data, “…the overall picture of how galaxies grow, and how supermassive black holes, star formation, as well as gas inflows and outflows, affect galaxy evolution over cosmic time.”

She shares her love of space throughout the world, from local schools to massive events such as Comic Con and the World Science Festival, and television appearances on PBS NOVA, the Discovery Channel, National Geographic, and many others.

Dr. Straughn lives in Maryland with her husband Matt, two Great Danes and a cat. A private pilot who owns a Cessna 182, she is on the move in this planet’s skies, while exploring, as the Star Trek opening line states, “Space: the Final Frontier.”

Photo Credit: NASA Goddard Space Flight Center

Surfing Legend Stephanie Gilmore Making Waves for Women’s Equality

Surfer Stephanie Gilmore Makes Waves for Women’s Equality

On August 26 we commemorate National Women’s Equality Day. On this day in 1920 The United States Congress passed the 19th Amendment to the Constitution granting women full and equal voting rights. We have made significant progress in in promoting equality for women in the years since this breakthrough amendment was passed, but there is still so much to accomplish. Women around the world are still earning less than men in the same jobs; on average, they can expect only 80 cents for every dollar made by a man.

Most people don’t discuss their earnings, so this sort of inequality often goes unchallenged. Its only in areas such as sports or entertainment that pay disparity is much more publicly visible. In the words of Stephanie Gilmore, one of the most inspiring women in Australian sport: “I think that’s the coolest thing about sport – our platform and our finances are basically public knowledge, because the prize money is public. So to have that standard it’s easier to show people right here, right now, let’s have the men and women standing on stage together with equal prize money. I always thought sport could have that power to set the standard and help change the mind-set of other industries.”

Gilmore holds seven world surfing titles making her the best female surfer in history – a title she shares with surf legend Layne Beachley. Stephanie has constantly harnessed her international recognition to support ocean and wildlife conservation. Now, by campaigning for pay equality, she is applying her influence to help empower women and girls. In collaboration with men’s surfing champion Kelly Slater, Gilmore released a statement in support of the World Surf League’s ground-breaking announcement of equal prize money for women and men on the professional circuit.

“In the last couple of years I became more vocal about it and began to really ask the questions and sit down with the WSL and say: ‘Why don’t we have equal pay?’ It seems like such an easy thing to fix,” she says. “We’re not taking anything away from the men, in fact, we’re equaling things.”

The WSL have already done a lot for female surfers – improving facilities and opportunities for the ladies on the world surfing tour. But Ms Gilmore didn’t want to allow things to end there. Understanding that women are often reluctant to complain and fight for more, she has stepped up and encouraged change in this very important aspect of international sport. Encouraged by the recent increase in young girls taking up surfing and going on surfing holidays with their friends, Gilmore hopes the equalizing of prize money along with increased sponsorship opportunities will encourage more women to enter the professional surfing circuit.

With influencers like Stephanie Gilmore drawing attention to such a critical facet of equality for women, perhaps we will soon see real changes in the lives of women around the world. Make your voice heard – use the hashtag #WomensEqualityDay on all your social media posts.

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Mexico’s Renowned Rosewood Mayakoba Resort

The Suite Life: Rosewood Mayakoba Resort

Just north of the seaside village of Playa del Carmen, embraced by emerald jungles and pristine white beaches, you’ll be welcomed by the renowned Rosewood Mayakoba Resort.

Consistently recognized as one of the best places to stay, and recently voted No. 2 Resort Hotel in Mexico, Rosewood Mayakoba also ranks amongst the Top 100 Hotels in the World (Travel + Leisure 2019 World’s Best).

Rosewood Mayakoba, one of several “resort complexes” within the Mayakoba Estate, is built to abide by the highest eco-standards and has received the Rainforest Alliance Certification.

Nestled along the banks of winding lagoons and a mile?long arc of pristine beach, Rosewood Mayakoba is an oasis of indulgence. Recent renovations and upgrades ensure that Rosewood has the most exceptional in?room design and detail. The resort offers 129 suites with private plunge pools, rooftop sundecks, garden showers, and individual docks.

Aqui Me Quedo, Rosewood’s new adults-only beachfront hideaway is inspired by the charm of Riviera Maya. Enjoy Caribbean coastal-inspired fare, the best of Mexican street food, and refreshing drinks presented throughout the day.

Rosewood Mayakoba has a range of beach activities and water sports including paddle boarding and windsurfing to keep you busy from early morning till sunset.

Throughout the year, Rosewood Mayakoba surprises and delights guests with themed food and wine celebrations. Children are special guests at Rosewood, with activities and entertainment provided throughout the day. The Kid’s Club coordinators really love children and its shows. A top-notch kids program and excellent babysitters will make sure that your youngsters have the most fantastic time, and make new friends while you relax.

Guests can explore the entire resort estate with an EcoTour – a perfect day activity for the whole family. Mayakoba’s resident biologist leads the tour around the lagoon and explains everything about the region’s fascinating flora and fauna.

Designed as a retreat-within-a-retreat, the private spa island is a place of healing and emotional bliss. Free amenities include a salt scrub, steam room, dry room, jacuzzi and plunge pools as well as a locker room and quiet area. Treatments are based on ancient Mayan techniques and are well worth the indulgence.

The resort’s professionally trained butlers seem to know your needs before you do, and offer the most exclusive personalized service. Whether you’re thinking of an intimate dinner on the terrace or a romantic bubble bath or a day trip to Chichen Itzá the 24-hour butler service will exceed your expectations in every way. The Rosewood difference is just amazing people doing what they love.

Throughout the summer months, make a toast to sea turtle conservation with Rosewood Mayakoba’s Akumal Mezcalita. This refreshing mixer of gin, Martini Bianco, lemongrass, raspberry syrup, and lemon makes a perfect sundowner. A portion of the proceeds benefits the Centro Ecológico Akumal, an organization dedicated to sustainability-related issues including the conservation of sea turtles.

Plan your luxurious getaway today at Rosewood Mayakoba.

Top Luxury Travel Experiences in Morocco

Luxury Travel Destination: Morocco

Tangier, Casablanca, Marrakech … the names dance on your tongue as you speak them. Exotic scents and flavorous aromas fill the air wherever you go. It seems so cliched, but Morocco really is everything you’ve heard. Fascinating, mysterious, radiant, colorful. A culture that is both modern and steeped in history, encompassing influences as diverse as Arabian, Berber, and European. Air-conditioned luxury surrounded by dusty poverty. Vast shifting desert dunes, peaceful oases guarded by gently swaying palm trees. Sights and smells that will evoke every emotion from joy to displeasure. It’s all there on Africa’s northern coastline.

There are many ways to experience Morocco, from live-like-a-local backpacker adventures to luxurious bespoke private tours. One of the most comfortable ways to explore Morocco is in a luxury vehicle with a private driver and guide to see to your every need.

Accommodation fit for royalty awaits you in formerly private homes which have been re-imagined as exquisite luxury riads and world-class boutique hotels. The most authentic establishments are located in historic medinas within strolling distance of traditional souks and hammams. In a previous article, we explored Chefchaouen, Morocco’s Instagram-famous Blue Pearl nestled against the slopes of the Rif Mountains. Like most Moroccan towns, Chefchaouen abounds with noisy, colorful souks, majestic mosques, and tranquil riads. On market days the blue walkways are packed with sellers and their wares. Browse leather goods, wool garments, crafts, baskets, and jewelry to take home as gifts and souvenirs. For an authentic Moroccan spa experience, treat yourself to a good scrubbing at a hammam.

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There’s something otherworldly about vast expanses of sand and dunes, covered by an immense blue sky. If glamping is your thing, get in touch with Top Desert, a Moroccan family-owned and operated company offering a range of private tours which include glamping in the desert. Experience a sunset camel ride in the Sahara, and then relax in your private tent until the enchanting call of Berber music draws you outside under the dark, star-lit sky.

Inspired by photographs of a turquoise blue pool surrounded by water-eroded rocky ledges, we searched for Morocco’s well-known Paradise Valley oasis in the foothills of the Atlas Mountains. Suffice to say it is no longer the idyllic hippy hangout of the 1960s. Unless there has been good rain to refill the pools, don’t expect the deep sparkling water featured in travel brochures.

With its long, sandy coastline reaching from the Mediterranean Sea to the Atlantic Ocean, Morocco has a multitude of beach and golf resorts. From quaint fishing villages to sophisticated hotels, you’ll get to see a different face of this fascinating country.

From the air, Morocco is truly breath-taking. Towns laid out in a repeated pattern of little squares with tree-lined courtyards – an architectural technique that ensures coolness and a touch of humidity in this mostly arid environment. Book a private hot air balloon flight with Ciel d’Afrique for an unforgettable sunrise as the prevailing winds carry you quietly over the parched landscape. If you’d prefer to put your trust in a more modern form of flight, take a helicopter tour. Unlike balloon flights, helicopter flips can be arranged at any time of the day. If you want to visit some of the more exclusive and inaccessible spots, a helicopter is a perfect way to arrive in style.

“The Ali Ben Youssef Madrassa in Marrakech, Morocco, North Africa.”

For a honeymoon with a difference, Morocco is the fantasy destination you’ve been dreaming of. Spend your days at a lavish beach retreat or discover one of Morocco’s many hidden jewels. Contact the team at Morocco Luxury Journeys to begin your life together with an unforgettable adventure.

Kudadoo Maldives Private Island

Escape to the private island resort of Kudadoo in the Maldives and enjoy exquisite luxury in an unparalleled setting. There are 13 one bedroom and 2 two bedroom residences to choose from. The whole island can even be reserved for an exclusive vacation. With stunning views all around, romantic beach walks that are short and sweet, incredible wellness experiences and more, this resort embraces the AAA of “Anything, Anytime, Anywhere.” Residences come with a private butler for personalized service to help make the best of all that the island has to offer.

Chefs cater to your every need and preference and while all the options are wonderful, dining on the beach by candlelight is a must. For a truly extraordinary dining experience 5.8 Undersea Restaurant is the world’s largest all glass undersea restaurant sitting 5.8 meters below sea level. Kudadoo’s wine cellar features a global collection with all labels scoring 88 or above on the Wine Spectator rating. The owner’s wine cellar collection boasts an additional 70 of the world’s most exclusive labels.

As an eco-friendly resort, Kudadoo leads the luxury industry in sustainability. The island is 100% solar powered, the residences were sustainably designed using restored wood and amenities and adventures are environmentally conscious.

As if the island were not relaxing enough, there is a meditation guru, yoga, a Himalayan salt chamber, which is the first in the Maldives and infinity pools. Meditation and yoga can take place in the stunning underwater glass restaurant where you can see fish and observe pure silence for a surreal experience.

For the adventurous there are numerous watersport activities such as stand up paddling, Jet-skis, kitesurfing, dolphin tours, fishing, diving and shark diving with underwater scooters so you can go explore Atoll’s famous shark and ray hotspots.

With attention to detail, in every detail, and lavish luxury everywhere, it is easy to see why Kudadoo was just named Robb Report’s 2019 The Best of the Best Island Resort!

THE FROZEN FAVORITE, IT’S FIVE O’CLOCK SOMEWHERE

Ah, Tequila!! Such a well-loved spirit, it’s celebrated twice a year around the world, and everyday in paradise!

There must be a thousand ways to drink Tequila, but you can’t go wrong with the most well-known cocktail of all – margaritas all around. And the best way to enjoy your margarita – frozen, of course! Think “slushies for adults,” and you’ll understand why 67% of margarita lovers are opting for the blended version rather than on the rocks.

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As if we really need another excuse to indulge in the famous distilled extract of blue agave!

Frozen margaritas get the votes for several reasons. Firstly, they are super-chilled. All those little beads of ice ensure that your drink starts off really cold and stays frosty right down to the last sip. Secondly, because the ice becomes one of the ingredients, you get to enjoy the extra volume, and there are no huge chunks of ice left behind in your glass. The ice also makes it more fun to garnish your margarita by giving those lime slices or fruity chunks something substantial to rest on. No more sunken wedges! Plus, textured drinks are just more enjoyable in your mouth. When properly blended, each tiny shaving of ice will be coated in flavor.

A Classic Margarita is a crisp and refreshing blend of just tequila, triple sec and lime juice. The frozen version is a step up the fun ladder, but there’s no need to stop there. This summer, throw caution to the wind and experiment with some unexpected additions to spice up your frozen marg’.

Watermelon Jalapeno Margarita – Naturally sweet with a bit of a kick.

Dip the rims of two glasses in lime juice, salt, and chili powder. Blend 90ml tequila, 60ml lime juice, 60ml watermelon puree, 30ml triple sec, and 1 jalapeño (sliced thinly) with 1 cup of ice until smooth and frothy. Pour into prepared glasses and garnish with a slice of fresh watermelon.

Cucumber Margarita – A refreshing and unexpectedly appealing twist.

Prepare margarita glasses with lime juice and salt on the rim. Blend 90ml tequila, 60ml lime juice, 60ml triple sec, 1 large cucumber (peeled and cubed) with a cup of ice. Garnish with fresh cucumber slices and a sprig of cilantro.

Peanut Butter Cup Margarita – This Sweet and tangy surprise may well become your new favorite dessert.

Dip the rims of your glasses into peanut butter. Fill your blender with 90ml tequila, 30ml butterscotch schnapps, 90ml milk, 150ml chocolate ice cream, and 15ml smooth peanut butter. Add 1 cup of ice and blend to a froth. Drizzle with chocolate sauce.

Don’t miss out on the party fun while you’re serving up margaritas for your guests: a Party Machine from Margaritaville® does all the hard blending work. Just add your ingredients and get whizzing!

Discover the Beauty of Baja by Horseback Riding

Incredible Horseback Riding Experiences in Los Cabos

From white sandy beaches and sapphire blue ocean to the rugged desert terrain, there’s no better way to enjoy the natural beauty of Los Cabos than on horseback this summer. Several equestrian centers offer horseback tours along the coastline, from Migriño on the Pacific side, to San José del Cabo on the Sea of Cortez. It’s undoubtedly an excellent way to cover more ground and get a close-up view of the incredibly varied landscapes of this region.

With the heat of summer to consider, an early morning ride is a perfect way to start the day. Alternatively, a picture-perfect sunset ride promises a dreamily romantic end to the day, as you watch the molten sun fade from view into the ocean horizon. The vast beaches seem to be made for horseback riding, allowing more experienced riders to enjoy a gallop along the water’s edge. For an authentic Baja Cowboy experience, head towards the gentle desert hills. Ride through ancient riverbeds across rock-strewn slopes where you will find 100-year-old cactus, desert flowers, indigenous birds and wildlife. Countless photographic opportunities await – make sure your phone is charged so that you can capture those Instagram moments.

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Baja California boasts a stunning natural environment across breathtaking mountains, desert plains and azure ocean views. This summer, Las Ventanas al Paraíso, A Rosewood Resort presents the unique opportunity to discover the hidden splendor of Los Cabos on a guided horseback tour. Adventure-seekers will traverse the beautiful terrains and experience Los Cabos like never before, topping the night off with a Champagne toast in the glimmering sunset. Pricing available upon request.

A quick search on TripAdvisor and Viator found a list of tour companies, hotels, and equestrian centers offering horseback riding. Beach rides, desert rides, or mixed trail rides will have you in the saddle for anything from one to 3 hours. There are horses suited to everyone’s experience level, from first-time riders to expert horsemen. English speaking guides will ensure that you have a safe and unforgettable experience. The more well-known and reputable equestrian centers love their horses and take great care of them. Cuadra San Francisco, for example, is a family owned and operated business established over twenty years ago and is the only Professional Equestrian Center in Baja California Sur.

Happy horses mean happy guests and enjoyable rides. Read online reviews and comments before booking. Horseback riding in Los Cabos is an excellent way for couples, groups, and families to create memories to last a lifetime.

The Los Cabos region’s subtropical desert promises a warm, dry, and sunny climate with over 320 days of sunshine each year. Beach horse rides between December and March will almost certainly include opportunities for whale watching as these magnificent creatures come quite close to the shore during their migration.

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Things to remember for your horseback ride: Wear long pants – denim jeans are traditional cowboy attire for a good reason, as they protect your legs from chafing on the saddle, especially for inexperienced riders. Closed shoes such as tennis shoes or canvas sneakers or essential. It’s hot out there – make sure you have biodegradable sunscreen to protect your beautiful face and the environment. Wear a hat and sunglasses, make sure it fits snugly and doesn’t blow off. Most tours will provide bottled water to keep you hydrated.

The Most Luxurious Travel Experiences in Hawaii

The Ultimate Luxury Hawaii Travel Guide

With almost year-round fantastic weather, Hawaii calls to travelers in search of romance, adventure or relaxation. With over 1200 kilometers of shoreline and over 400 named public beaches, you’re sure to find a sandy spot that’s perfect for you. Choose from white, yellow, black, red, or even a green sand beach or a surreal beach covered entirely in sea glass.

There’s more to Hawaii than just coastline, however. Majestic volcanic peaks tower above deep green forests, shimmering cities, and secluded resorts. In case you need inspiration for a Hawaiian escape, we’ve checked out some luxurious experiences for you.

Swim with Dolphins

And You Creations offers private charters and a day full of activities to bring you a memorable experience of a lifetime, swimming alongside dolphins and other friendly sea-creatures in pristine Hawaiian waters.

Four Seasons Resorts

Exotic couples destinations await you in Maui and Hualalai. Reserve a romantic dinner under the stars for an ultimate private dining experience in a garden or beach setting. Spend a day relaxing in the adults-only Serenity pool. Marvel at panoramic views and lush tropical gardens, and enjoy the sweet sounds of an underwater music system. Come up for cocktails and poolside spa treatments at this hidden sanctuary on Wailea Beach.

Maui Chef’s Table

Enjoy a unique interactive dining experience from a chef’s perspective. The Maui Chef’s Table presents an exclusive tasting dinner series in Wailuku. The seven-course meal is conjured up before your eyes by a team of guest chefs in award-winning chef Jeff Scheer’s kitchen at The Mill House. Menus are not published ahead of time. The Chefs use Maui’s finest ingredients and collaborate to craft a thoughtful menu representing Maui’s most interesting seasonal flavors.

Underground Society

Vintage Cave Club is an exclusive five-star restaurant hidden in the basement of the country’s largest outdoor shopping center. On the menu is Japanese A5 Wagyu and an authentic Sushi Kaiseki 20-25 Course Menu. The grand dining area is fitted out with antique-style bricks, granite floors, priceless works of art and jewels. Members have priority reservations, the use of private rooms, as well as access to an elite wine cellar featuring old world and new world wines, cognacs, whiskey plus much more.

Endless Island Experiences

If that’s still not enough, Cheehoo Tours have a range of luxury experiences to keep you busy. From private island tours to escorted shopping trips and sunset yoga, you’re sure to find your ideal Hawaiian adventure.

National Hawaii Day recognizes the 50th US state to be granted statehood and is celebrated on July 5^th every year. Start planning your island getaway!