La Toubana Hôtel & Spa, The Guadeloupe Islands - Full-Time Travel

La Toubana Hôtel & Spa

After a two-year, $15.3 million restyle, this luxe property set along the southern coast of Grande-Terre in Sainte-Anne was given five stars — with good reason! The posh-yet-unpretentious stay features 33 bungalows, 12 suites and three expansive, Guy Benoit-designed villas — complete with infinity pool and sweeping views of the Caribbean Sea and neighboring Marie-Galante.

Photo courtesy of La Toubana Hôtel & Spa

Photo by Aurelien Brusini

Spa offerings include Ayurvedic massages and hydrating body wraps; but if we’re being honest, the view of turquoise waves from the lounge deck alone is enough to send you into a calming state of trance.

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Oct 10

Icebreaker-turned-luxury superyacht? Sign us up. ⛴️ The new Aqua Lares from aqua_expeditions is an adventure-ready floating five-star hotel that will sail the turquoise waters of the Seychelles and Tanzania by winter, and will chase the midnight sun in the Arctic Circle come summer. Which itinerary would you choose?

#luxurytravel #luxurycruise #adventurecruise #superyacht #icebreaker #seychelles #tanzania #arcticcircle

Icebreaker-turned-luxury superyacht? Sign us up. ⛴️ The new Aqua Lares from aqua_expeditions is an adventure-ready floating five-star hotel that will sail the turquoise waters of the Seychelles and Tanzania by winter, and will chase the midnight sun in the Arctic Circle come summer. Which itinerary would you choose?

#luxurytravel #luxurycruise #adventurecruise #superyacht #icebreaker #seychelles #tanzania #arcticcircle ...

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Sep 22

Who’s ready for a new season of traveling? 🍁✈️ This week’s newsletter is packed full of fall travel inspiration, including where we’re jetting off to. It lands in inboxes on Thursday — head to our bio to subscribe!

#falltravel #travelinspiration #firstdayoffall #luxurytravel #luxurytravelinspiration

Who’s ready for a new season of traveling? 🍁✈️ This week’s newsletter is packed full of fall travel inspiration, including where we’re jetting off to. It lands in inboxes on Thursday — head to our bio to subscribe!

#falltravel #travelinspiration #firstdayoffall #luxurytravel #luxurytravelinspiration ...

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Jul 31

Nothing says end-of-summer travel quite like a good, old-fashioned road trip. 🚙 We tapped four seasoned road trippers to share their favorite itineraries (spoiler: they all highly recommend Glacier National Park’s Going-to-the-Sun Road, pictured here), pit stops, and tips for making the most of your time out on the open road. Read the full story at the link in our bio.

#roadtrip #travelinspo #travelinspiration #luxurytravel #tripideas #travelideas

Nothing says end-of-summer travel quite like a good, old-fashioned road trip. 🚙 We tapped four seasoned road trippers to share their favorite itineraries (spoiler: they all highly recommend Glacier National Park’s Going-to-the-Sun Road, pictured here), pit stops, and tips for making the most of your time out on the open road. Read the full story at the link in our bio.

#roadtrip #travelinspo #travelinspiration #luxurytravel #tripideas #travelideas ...

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Nov 6

Already craving some holiday magic? (Don’t worry, we are, too.) Here are our favorite places around the world to head for festive fun. 👇🏼✨❄️

Vienna, Austria for the Christmas Markets (pictured above)
Woodstock, VT for the annual Wassail Weekend holiday festival
Newport, RI for the month-long Christmas in Newport celebrations
Taos, NM for the annual Yuletide Festival
New York, NY for ice skating in Bryant Park
Bruges, Belgium for Christmas markets & stunning lights
Natchitoches, LA for the annual month-long holiday light festival

#holidaytravel #wintertravel #christmastravel #holidaymarkets #luxurytravel #travelinspiration

Already craving some holiday magic? (Don’t worry, we are, too.) Here are our favorite places around the world to head for festive fun. 👇🏼✨❄️

Vienna, Austria for the Christmas Markets (pictured above)
Woodstock, VT for the annual Wassail Weekend holiday festival
Newport, RI for the month-long Christmas in Newport celebrations
Taos, NM for the annual Yuletide Festival
New York, NY for ice skating in Bryant Park
Bruges, Belgium for Christmas markets & stunning lights
Natchitoches, LA for the annual month-long holiday light festival

#holidaytravel #wintertravel #christmastravel #holidaymarkets #luxurytravel #travelinspiration ...

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Oct 14

All aboard! 🛳️ These five new cruises are redefining what it means to hit the high seas with upgraded amenities, once-in-a-lifetime itineraries, luxurious rooms, and not a buffet in sight. Which one are you adding to your bucket list?

#luxurycruise #luxurytravel #cruises #travelinspiration #sailingyacht

All aboard! 🛳️ These five new cruises are redefining what it means to hit the high seas with upgraded amenities, once-in-a-lifetime itineraries, luxurious rooms, and not a buffet in sight. Which one are you adding to your bucket list?

#luxurycruise #luxurytravel #cruises #travelinspiration #sailingyacht ...

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Nov 4

There’s adventure cruising, and then there’s this new immersive experience from hxexpeditions. To celebrate the company’s 130th anniversary, they’re outfitting one of their luxe ships with a cabin that transports guests back to 1896, the year they ran their first expedition to the Svalbard archipelago. Are you up for spending the night here? Swipe to see the full experience. 👉🏽

#adventurecruises #svalbard #luxurytravel #travelinspiration

There’s adventure cruising, and then there’s this new immersive experience from hxexpeditions. To celebrate the company’s 130th anniversary, they’re outfitting one of their luxe ships with a cabin that transports guests back to 1896, the year they ran their first expedition to the Svalbard archipelago. Are you up for spending the night here? Swipe to see the full experience. 👉🏽

#adventurecruises #svalbard #luxurytravel #travelinspiration ...

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Oct 23

We’ve said it once, and we’ll say it again: biking is one of the best ways to explore destinations both new and familiar. 🚴🏽‍♀️ And viceroyhotels seems to agree. The hotel group has just launched a selection of curated routes out of its hotels in Santa Monica, Chicago, Washington D.C., and the Algarve, Portugal, with cycling brand Rapha. Designed for serious bikers and leisurely riders alike, each guided route is designed to get lost in the hidden corners of each destination and connect with local communities in a way you can’t on four wheels.

#travelinspiration #biking #biketravel #cycling #luxurytravel ...

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Sep 26

Fall foliage, a 5,000-square-foot spa, 114 charming rooms, and 19th-century-style glamour: the new thelakeestatenh has all the makings of the perfect autumn retreat. Opened just this month, expect to spend days at the lakeside hotel strolling through the property’s forest, picnicking on the private dock, and curling up with a hot toddy—and a good book—in the library.

#falltravel #luxuryhotel #hoteloftheweek #whitemountains #travelinspiration #newhampshire #leafpeeping

Fall foliage, a 5,000-square-foot spa, 114 charming rooms, and 19th-century-style glamour: the new thelakeestatenh has all the makings of the perfect autumn retreat. Opened just this month, expect to spend days at the lakeside hotel strolling through the property’s forest, picnicking on the private dock, and curling up with a hot toddy—and a good book—in the library.

#falltravel #luxuryhotel #hoteloftheweek #whitemountains #travelinspiration #newhampshire #leafpeeping ...

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Nov 18

Turns out, you don’t have to be an adrenaline junkie (or even an expert skier!) to put heli-skiing on your bucket list. 🚁⛷️ elevenexperience’s two lodges in the French Alps are making the magic of heli-skiing accessible for all levels — full story is in our bio.

#heliskiing #frenchalps #skiing #luxurytravel #travelinspiration #wintertravel

Turns out, you don’t have to be an adrenaline junkie (or even an expert skier!) to put heli-skiing on your bucket list. 🚁⛷️ elevenexperience’s two lodges in the French Alps are making the magic of heli-skiing accessible for all levels — full story is in our bio.

#heliskiing #frenchalps #skiing #luxurytravel #travelinspiration #wintertravel ...

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Nov 13

BRB, adding a stay at tswalu to our bucket list. With just two small camps and a private villa set on nearly 300,000 acres, South Africa’s Tswalu Kalahari Reserve is the standard for uncrowded safaris. Expect private game drives where you can walk with wild dogs, spot cheetah cubs playing in trees, hang out with a mob of meercats, and have the chance to see rare species like rhinos and pangolins.

#southafrica #safari #luxurytravel #luxuryhotels #hoteloftheweek

BRB, adding a stay at tswalu to our bucket list. With just two small camps and a private villa set on nearly 300,000 acres, South Africa’s Tswalu Kalahari Reserve is the standard for uncrowded safaris. Expect private game drives where you can walk with wild dogs, spot cheetah cubs playing in trees, hang out with a mob of meercats, and have the chance to see rare species like rhinos and pangolins.

#southafrica #safari #luxurytravel #luxuryhotels #hoteloftheweek ...

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Nov 11

How far would you go to witness your favorite animal in the wild? Swipe through for five incredible ways to see some of the world’s most magnificent creatures. More details below. 🐘 🐋 🦁

East Africa: Spot Africa’s big five and explore off-the-beaten-path national parks with micatosafaris

Namibia: Book with kerdowneyafrica for a trip that mixes ostrich and elephant spotting with a tour of Mad Max’s otherworldly filming locations.

Tanzania: Explore the Serengeti & Mount Kilimanjaro with siringitcollection.

Dominican Republic: Head to ocama.rd on the Samaná Peninsula for one of the largest gatherings of Northern Atlantic humpback whales.

Chile: A stay at tierrapatagonia in Torres Del Paine gives you the chance to spot the elusive Patagonian puma.

#safari #africa #wildlifetours #whalewatching #patagonia #torresdelpaine #luxurytravel

How far would you go to witness your favorite animal in the wild? Swipe through for five incredible ways to see some of the world’s most magnificent creatures. More details below. 🐘 🐋 🦁

East Africa: Spot Africa’s big five and explore off-the-beaten-path national parks with micatosafaris

Namibia: Book with kerdowneyafrica for a trip that mixes ostrich and elephant spotting with a tour of Mad Max’s otherworldly filming locations.

Tanzania: Explore the Serengeti & Mount Kilimanjaro with siringitcollection.

Dominican Republic: Head to ocama.rd on the Samaná Peninsula for one of the largest gatherings of Northern Atlantic humpback whales.

Chile: A stay at tierrapatagonia in Torres Del Paine gives you the chance to spot the elusive Patagonian puma.

#safari #africa #wildlifetours #whalewatching #patagonia #torresdelpaine #luxurytravel ...

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Nov 6

Already craving some holiday magic? (Don’t worry, we are, too.) Here are our favorite places around the world to head for festive fun. 👇🏼✨❄️

Vienna, Austria for the Christmas Markets (pictured above)
Woodstock, VT for the annual Wassail Weekend holiday festival
Newport, RI for the month-long Christmas in Newport celebrations
Taos, NM for the annual Yuletide Festival
New York, NY for ice skating in Bryant Park
Bruges, Belgium for Christmas markets & stunning lights
Natchitoches, LA for the annual month-long holiday light festival

#holidaytravel #wintertravel #christmastravel #holidaymarkets #luxurytravel #travelinspiration

Already craving some holiday magic? (Don’t worry, we are, too.) Here are our favorite places around the world to head for festive fun. 👇🏼✨❄️

Vienna, Austria for the Christmas Markets (pictured above)
Woodstock, VT for the annual Wassail Weekend holiday festival
Newport, RI for the month-long Christmas in Newport celebrations
Taos, NM for the annual Yuletide Festival
New York, NY for ice skating in Bryant Park
Bruges, Belgium for Christmas markets & stunning lights
Natchitoches, LA for the annual month-long holiday light festival

#holidaytravel #wintertravel #christmastravel #holidaymarkets #luxurytravel #travelinspiration ...

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Nov 4

There’s adventure cruising, and then there’s this new immersive experience from hxexpeditions. To celebrate the company’s 130th anniversary, they’re outfitting one of their luxe ships with a cabin that transports guests back to 1896, the year they ran their first expedition to the Svalbard archipelago. Are you up for spending the night here? Swipe to see the full experience. 👉🏽

#adventurecruises #svalbard #luxurytravel #travelinspiration

There’s adventure cruising, and then there’s this new immersive experience from hxexpeditions. To celebrate the company’s 130th anniversary, they’re outfitting one of their luxe ships with a cabin that transports guests back to 1896, the year they ran their first expedition to the Svalbard archipelago. Are you up for spending the night here? Swipe to see the full experience. 👉🏽

#adventurecruises #svalbard #luxurytravel #travelinspiration ...

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Oct 31

Some of our favorite historic properties—including the delcoronado in San Diego—are said to be haunted by the ghosts of guests past. In the case of the Del, the spirit of Kate Morgan, who checked into the iconic resort in 1892, is believed to have never left. (Though with some of the best beachfront access anywhere in California, we can’t say we blame her for wanting to stay at the property forever.) Tell us, would you stay at a haunted hotel?

#Halloween #hauntedhotels #luxuryhotels

Some of our favorite historic properties—including the delcoronado in San Diego—are said to be haunted by the ghosts of guests past. In the case of the Del, the spirit of Kate Morgan, who checked into the iconic resort in 1892, is believed to have never left. (Though with some of the best beachfront access anywhere in California, we can’t say we blame her for wanting to stay at the property forever.) Tell us, would you stay at a haunted hotel?

#Halloween #hauntedhotels #luxuryhotels ...

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Oct 28

We love a good hotel — and these are the seven that we just can’t seem to get out of our heads (or off of our bucket lists). What’s your bucket list stay?

Château Voltaire 📸 courtesy of François Halard

#luxuryhotels #luxuryresorts #fourseasons #aman #rosewood #luxurytravel

We love a good hotel — and these are the seven that we just can’t seem to get out of our heads (or off of our bucket lists). What’s your bucket list stay?

Château Voltaire 📸 courtesy of François Halard

#luxuryhotels #luxuryresorts #fourseasons #aman #rosewood #luxurytravel ...

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Oct 23

We’ve said it once, and we’ll say it again: biking is one of the best ways to explore destinations both new and familiar. 🚴🏽‍♀️ And viceroyhotels seems to agree. The hotel group has just launched a selection of curated routes out of its hotels in Santa Monica, Chicago, Washington D.C., and the Algarve, Portugal, with cycling brand Rapha. Designed for serious bikers and leisurely riders alike, each guided route is designed to get lost in the hidden corners of each destination and connect with local communities in a way you can’t on four wheels.

#travelinspiration #biking #biketravel #cycling #luxurytravel ...

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Oct 21

You’ve heard of Michelin Stars, but what about Michelin Keys? Earlier this month, Michelin awarded its second-ever group of Keys to outstanding hotels and resorts in over 100 countries across every continent (save Antarctica). Included on the list with a top three-Key designation is South Africa’s stunning royalmalewane — which debuted the new Masiya’s Camp, pictured here, earlier this year.

Check the link in our bio for the full list of newly keyed properties…and while you’re there, sign up for our newsletter: more bucket-list worthy hotel recommendations are coming your way later this week.

#MichelinKeys #MichelinGuide #luxuryhotels #luxurytravel #travelinspiration

You’ve heard of Michelin Stars, but what about Michelin Keys? Earlier this month, Michelin awarded its second-ever group of Keys to outstanding hotels and resorts in over 100 countries across every continent (save Antarctica). Included on the list with a top three-Key designation is South Africa’s stunning royalmalewane — which debuted the new Masiya’s Camp, pictured here, earlier this year.

Check the link in our bio for the full list of newly keyed properties…and while you’re there, sign up for our newsletter: more bucket-list worthy hotel recommendations are coming your way later this week.

#MichelinKeys #MichelinGuide #luxuryhotels #luxurytravel #travelinspiration ...

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Oct 14

All aboard! 🛳️ These five new cruises are redefining what it means to hit the high seas with upgraded amenities, once-in-a-lifetime itineraries, luxurious rooms, and not a buffet in sight. Which one are you adding to your bucket list?

#luxurycruise #luxurytravel #cruises #travelinspiration #sailingyacht

All aboard! 🛳️ These five new cruises are redefining what it means to hit the high seas with upgraded amenities, once-in-a-lifetime itineraries, luxurious rooms, and not a buffet in sight. Which one are you adding to your bucket list?

#luxurycruise #luxurytravel #cruises #travelinspiration #sailingyacht ...

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Oct 10

Icebreaker-turned-luxury superyacht? Sign us up. ⛴️ The new Aqua Lares from aqua_expeditions is an adventure-ready floating five-star hotel that will sail the turquoise waters of the Seychelles and Tanzania by winter, and will chase the midnight sun in the Arctic Circle come summer. Which itinerary would you choose?

#luxurytravel #luxurycruise #adventurecruise #superyacht #icebreaker #seychelles #tanzania #arcticcircle

Icebreaker-turned-luxury superyacht? Sign us up. ⛴️ The new Aqua Lares from aqua_expeditions is an adventure-ready floating five-star hotel that will sail the turquoise waters of the Seychelles and Tanzania by winter, and will chase the midnight sun in the Arctic Circle come summer. Which itinerary would you choose?

#luxurytravel #luxurycruise #adventurecruise #superyacht #icebreaker #seychelles #tanzania #arcticcircle ...

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Oct 7

Swiss eye candy 😍. With a cheerful, retro-meets-modern aesthetic and a privileged location on the shores of Lake Geneva, the newly reopened boutique Auberge Port-Gitana is worth stopping in for a night (or even just a meal at the brasserie) on your way to Mont Blanc.

📸 courtesy aubergeportgitana by Benjamin Colombel & India Belce-Kennedy

#luxuryhotels #boutiquehotels #luxurytravel #travelinspiration #switzerland #lakegeneva #montblac

Swiss eye candy 😍. With a cheerful, retro-meets-modern aesthetic and a privileged location on the shores of Lake Geneva, the newly reopened boutique Auberge Port-Gitana is worth stopping in for a night (or even just a meal at the brasserie) on your way to Mont Blanc.

📸 courtesy aubergeportgitana by Benjamin Colombel & India Belce-Kennedy

#luxuryhotels #boutiquehotels #luxurytravel #travelinspiration #switzerland #lakegeneva #montblac ...

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Oct 2

Luxury hotel dispatch: After a two-year resort-wide refresh, the ritzcarltonranchomirage is back and better than ever. 🌴🌞 We checked in—read all about the experience, and our picks for a long weekend in Palm Springs by heading to the story linked in our bio.

#luxuryhotels #ritzcarlton #luxurytravel #palmsprings #ranchomirage #hoteloftheweek

Luxury hotel dispatch: After a two-year resort-wide refresh, the ritzcarltonranchomirage is back and better than ever. 🌴🌞 We checked in—read all about the experience, and our picks for a long weekend in Palm Springs by heading to the story linked in our bio.

#luxuryhotels #ritzcarlton #luxurytravel #palmsprings #ranchomirage #hoteloftheweek ...

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Sep 30

Summer travel gets all the hype, but fall may be the best time to explore somewhere new. These 5 destinations are perfect to head to this season, whether you’re after some Autumn color or looking for one last hit of warmth before things get chilly. 🍁✈️

🍎 New York City: Check out the remodeled waldorfnyc and wnyunionsquare, or be one of the first to stay at the brand-new faenanewyork

🏔️ White Mountains, NH: Head here for some of the season’s best leaf peeping.

🌴 Palm Springs, CA: Treat yourself to a long weekend soaking up the desert sun with a stay at ritzcarltonranchomirage

🇨🇦 Calgary, Canada: Can you say outdoor adventure? Stay in the city as a jumping-off point for exploring the best southern Alberta has to offer.

🇳🇴Norway: Fall in Norway means northern lights, a dusting of snow, and lots of cozy vibes.

#falltravel #travelinspiration #nyc #whitemountains #palmsprings #calgary #alberta #norway ...

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Sep 26

Fall foliage, a 5,000-square-foot spa, 114 charming rooms, and 19th-century-style glamour: the new thelakeestatenh has all the makings of the perfect autumn retreat. Opened just this month, expect to spend days at the lakeside hotel strolling through the property’s forest, picnicking on the private dock, and curling up with a hot toddy—and a good book—in the library.

#falltravel #luxuryhotel #hoteloftheweek #whitemountains #travelinspiration #newhampshire #leafpeeping

Fall foliage, a 5,000-square-foot spa, 114 charming rooms, and 19th-century-style glamour: the new thelakeestatenh has all the makings of the perfect autumn retreat. Opened just this month, expect to spend days at the lakeside hotel strolling through the property’s forest, picnicking on the private dock, and curling up with a hot toddy—and a good book—in the library.

#falltravel #luxuryhotel #hoteloftheweek #whitemountains #travelinspiration #newhampshire #leafpeeping ...

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Sep 22

Who’s ready for a new season of traveling? 🍁✈️ This week’s newsletter is packed full of fall travel inspiration, including where we’re jetting off to. It lands in inboxes on Thursday — head to our bio to subscribe!

#falltravel #travelinspiration #firstdayoffall #luxurytravel #luxurytravelinspiration

Who’s ready for a new season of traveling? 🍁✈️ This week’s newsletter is packed full of fall travel inspiration, including where we’re jetting off to. It lands in inboxes on Thursday — head to our bio to subscribe!

#falltravel #travelinspiration #firstdayoffall #luxurytravel #luxurytravelinspiration ...

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