DISCOVER THE WORLD’S Most Mesmerizing

Discover The World’s Most Mesmerizing Clifftop

Resorts

Take your next vacation to new heights by experiencing a mesmerizing clifftop vacation at a resort high above sea level, often secluded via sparsely populated, untouched landscapes. These unique clifftop resorts offer guests a wide variety of activities that are designed to both rejuvenate and relax.

Alila Villas Uluwatu Bali, Indonesia

This prestigious property is comprised of 67 ultra-luxury villas that sit cliffside on an elevated plateau that meets with limestone cliffs sweeping down to the Indian Ocean. Here guests will find an infinity pool which faces the panoramic Indian Ocean, where they can enjoy stand-up paddle board yoga classes. Its Cliff Edge Cabana is a hotspot for Instagramworthy photos and other activities like aerial yoga classes. A few luxurious cliffside suites even feature their own private infinity pools that look down on the beach below, including all Cliffside and Hillside Villas. The property also features a Cliffside Spa for the ultimate secluded spa paradise. The landscaping and architectural forms were derived from the local Bali savannah-like environment without intruding on the wild and seasonal surroundings. Using the idea of Bali’s rocky terrace fields and lush gully, the architects have created terraced planes, which protect cool gardens, with a focus on sourcing locally bamboo used for the ceilings while locally sourced lava rocks used for the roofs of each villa.

Montage Laguna Beach Laguna Beach, California

Perched cliffside on a coastal bluff overlooking the Pacific in the heart of the vibrant arts community of Laguna Beach, Montage Laguna Beach offers 30 acres of oceanfront luxury. When guests check into the coastal resort, they are greeted by a striking floor-to-ceiling window that frames both the Pacific Ocean, Mosaic pool, and the dramatic cliffside. Guests visiting the coastal resort can unwind in 20,000-sq-foot Spa Montage where they are serenaded by the sounds of waves splashing into the cliffside rocks while they relax by the salt water spa pool. Montage Laguna Beach offers a wealth of outdoor recreation, including three pools, beach and water sports and standalone bungalows.

Montage Kapalua Bay Maui, Hawaii

Montage Kapalua Bay is set on a coastal cliff of Maui’s west coast. Montage Kapalua Bay’s clifftop location provides an ideal venue for whale watching and both guests and locals spot resident turtles while snorkeling in the rocks below. The 24-acre intimate resort features over 50 residences, grand residences and privately-owned Montage Residences ranging from one to four bedrooms with spacious living rooms, large private lanais, fully equipped kitchens, elegant master suites and luxurious bathrooms with designs that beautifully reflect the resort’s island heritage. This spring, Montage Kapalua Bay welcomed back Champagne Hale at its intimate cliffside venue, Cliff House, a pop-up bar and lounge for guests and locals to experience the finest Maui sunsets while enjoying a variety of champagnes perfectly paired with an innovative dining menu.

Andaz Costa Rica Resort at Peninsula Papagayo Costa Rica

This beachside resort is tucked away into the cliffside within a pristine 1,400acre private peninsula. In the lobby, guests will find that the forest has truly come within, with design inspired by the tropical area that surrounds it. Each restaurant on property features open air designs and breathtaking views to compliment the experience. In-room, guests will find floor-to-ceiling windows and folding glass doors that invite the magic of the tropical forest into each living space. The Bay View rooms are especially perfect for a gorgeous cliffside lookout.

Ventana Big Sur, an Alila Resort Big Sur, California

Big Sur is the ideal coastal getaway with cliffside towns, gorgeous ocean views, hiking trails galore, and consistently idyllic weather. The resort is located atop the cliffs overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Its spacious community spaces featuring sweeping vistas, including The Sur House Terrace, where overnight guests get to indulge in breakfast and dinner, and the Glass House Art Gallery. Perched 1,100 feet above the glistening sands below, this spectacular glass “case” caters to private dining experiences, proposals, events and more.

Natchez, Mississippi: A Destination of Historic Proportions

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Rword best summarizes Natchez over the past year or so as the health and safety of residents, visitors and guests has always been of utmost priority. Although social distancing and wearing masks have become commonplace, Natchez’s shops, attractions, restaurants and lodging properties are back open and ready to host you.

Natchez, the birthplace of Mississippi, is known internationally as a quaint, Southern town with a rich culture and heritage shaped by people of African, French, British and Spanish descent. Its first inhabitants, however, were the Natchez Indians, a proud heritage that is honored by its namesake. As one of the oldest settlements on the Mississippi River with the largest collection of historic homes on the National Registry, Natchez boasts over 300 years of history.

Outdoor recreation – now more important than ever before – abounds throughout this charming town. The greatest natural attraction that Natchez has to offer is the Mississippi River, and the best vantage point from which to take in her beauty and splendor is Bluff Park. You will find nature at its finest throughout the Homochitto National Forest. Spend hours hiking along the many creeks and trails that thread this enchanting woodland. The Natchez State Park consists of a manmade lake, campground, picnic grounds, swim area and two hiking trails. In addition, a number of open air tours are available.

Slowly but surely, festival and events are coming back to Natchez. Natchez experienced one of the most successful Spring Pilgrimages this year and is looking forward to Grand Fall Pilgrimage in the Fall. May will have several events such as The Natchez Bicycle Classic (May 22), and the start of Festival of Music (May – June 28). During Juneteenth weekend, the Soul Food Fusion Festival (June18-20) will return. July will kick off with Hank Williams JR performing July 4th live on the bluff overlooking the mighty Mississippi River followed by a spectacular fireworks show. July also marks the Crepe Myrtle Festival (full month of July) which will celebrate the blooms of the over 10,000 crepe Myrtle trees in Natchez.

Art and culture aficionados can soak in the many exhibits on display at the Conde Contemporary Art Gallery which specializes in narrative realism, photorealistic portraiture, and surrealism. ArtsNatchez showcases the talent of regional artists. The Forks of the Road site was one of the largest slave market in the United States. Today, visitors will find information panels discussing the slave trade in Natchez and around the South. A must-see attraction is African the American Museum of History and Culture, which chronicles the history and culture of African Americans in the South. The Little Easy Cafe, the newest brunch spot in Natchez, was opened by Tate Taylor and offers a Boozy Brunch, while Smoot’s Grocery is a great place to enjoy the many talented musicians throughout the area. Mag-

nolia Grill features a casual dining room with an enclosed glassed deck and river views serving Gulf seafood, steaks and burgers. The newly opened Castle Restaurant at Dunleith Restaurant is set in the original carriage house and stables.

Overnight visitors will discover a wide variety of accommodations including the Dunleith Historic Inn, recently renovated by the J. Collection of New Orleans. The upscale Grand Hotel overlooks the Mississippi River and is close to Magnolia Bluffs Casino. The Burn B&B is set at an 1834 estate featuring rooms with elegant period decor, an outdoor pool and three-acre garden.

With its southern charm and downhome hospitality, Natchez welcomes visitors with open arms. Perhaps your next road trip should be to one of the most historic towns in the South.