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February 2019 Vol. 10

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World’s First Private Ocean Hotel 10.99 USA/ CAN

5 Reasons to Visit Finland

Visit the Field of the Real Madrid

Top 10 Vacation Destinations


Features

CONTENTS

February 2019

20 5 Reasons to Visit Finland

30 Visit the Field of the Real Madrid

World’s First Private Ocean Hotel 40

Departments 40 Top Vacation Destinations

60 Eat in Bed Around the World

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Packing for a cruise don’t forget tips

Bungalows in the Caribbean

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Most Active Volcano in Europe “Mount Etna”

10 High-Tech

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Plan Your Trip to the Warm Azure waves of Dubai

Cruise Ships

Best Places to Eat in around the World


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World’s First Private Ocean Hotel The Sanya EDITION


100 North Haitang Road Sanya Hainan 572013 China

China’s Newest Hotel Has Its Own Man-Made Ocean

The Sanya EDITION Romantic Lounge

THE

new Sanya EDITION is known for having “just luxury hotels,” but now, it has one amenity you may not expect: its own man-made, fiveacre private ocean. Headed by American hotelier Ian Schrager, the Marriott-branded property opened this past December in what China considers its answer to Hawaii, in the city of Sanya on Hainan Island.

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South China Sea Lounge

Private Villas with a Pool

Since it is illegal to swim in the South China Sea, the property pumps 10 million gallons of water from the surrounding ocean into its 21,527sq, salt-water pool every 32 hours.

travelers can enjoy local cuisines and cocktails within four different venues. Edition’s signature restaurant is illuminated with glowing lanterns resting on the water

On the north shore, it boasts a white sand

The areas have water, fun, sports, kids,

beach and guests can swim, paddle board,

adult, family, eating, drinking, nightlife,

sail or kayak in the ocean throughout the

entertainment, sensory and relaxation are

At the all-day market, guests can participate

day. Around the pool are meditation grounds,

scattered throughout the property to match

in a social dining experience located inside

coconut palms and other indigenous trees,

every guest’s vacation needs. Parents can

a space reminiscent of an old Chinese

were sourced directly from the island.

keep kids entertained with an entire space

warehouse and theres a ton more to explore.

Aside from its private sea, the resort also boasts some other pretty cool features. The

dedicated to children. Not to say it is not for adults too.

and can only ever be reached by the gondola.

Promoting barefoot luxury, the hotel’s beach side barbecues is an all-ages affair serving

hotel includes 466 residential-style guest

“PlayLand,” the site features bumper cars, mini

grilled seafood outdoors. All eateries feature

rooms, 46 suites, and 17 hillside villas, the

golf, karaoke, two music production rooms, a

EDITION Ping, a lager made specifically for

latter of which come with one or three

climbing wall, and an electric race car room. Its

the property with packaging by Director Wes

bedrooms, private pools and a pavilion​space.

fun for adults and children.

Anderson’s brother, Eric Chase Anderson. You

All rooms come with Edition standards such as

Showcasing revolving exhibitions from local

standalone bathtubs, stone or off-white walls,

artists, the resorts three onsite art galleries

lots of natural light and Le Labo bath products.

gives guests a deeper look into the area’s

The Sanya EDITION comprises 512 residential-

rich culture. A fairground, miniature village

style guest rooms, including 46 suites,

and 215,000-square-foot spa are also scatted

and an additional 17 exclusive hotel villas

around the resort along with a number of

nestled into a terraced hillside, each one

age-specific pools.

with a private pool and private outdoor

Unfortunately, since many websites are blocked in China and other countries (Facebook, Twitter, Gmail), you can also think of a stay here as a way to really unplug. The hotel was created with the traditional Asian designs and futuristic architecture, the hotel features 11 specialized zones that overlap with each other and while preserving their distinctive personalities.

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Among its food and beverage options,

In some areas, cabanas sit on the hotel’s ocean and include upholstered lounge seating, flatscreen TVs, speakers, and mini-bars. On the rooftop, guests will find the 78-foot infinity pool and the Sky Bar which overlook the South China Sea.

can also order this to your room,villa, pool bar, etc.

space. Delivering on the new-luxury promise, all guest rooms in the horseshoe-shaped hotel offer stunning ocean views. While the standard rooms are well suited for families, the loft suites, with their sleek and sensual finishes, are designed to appeal to couples.


Hotel

Highlights A extravagant adult and child multi-generational fun entertainment zone includes bumper cars, arcade games, rock climbing wall, gigantic tree house and kid’s club.

PlayLand Bumper Cars

The villas emphasize wood and stone textures.

The Jade Egret welcomes guests with a

The warm and inviting interiors exude a

selection of cocktails, craft beers or premium

comfortable, simple sophistication, using

wines and a selection of appetizers, including

light oak finishes and airy fabrics to evoke

Peking duck pancakes, hand rolls or small

the relaxed beach vibe. The inventive design

plates inspired by Spain’s famous tapas bars, in

extends to the main room where Lofts and

a yacht inspired space.

Suites feature a striking standalone bathtub.

The Jade Egret welcomes guests with a

Throughout the property, specialty restaurants

selection of cocktails, craft beers or premium

celebrate culinary innovation and creative

wines and a selection of appetizers, including

design. Rustic wood and faded tiles add texture

Peking duck pancakes, hand rolls or small

to the high-ceilinged space where guests

plates inspired by Spain’s famous tapas bars, in

congregate for breakfast and enjoy a vibrant

a yacht inspired space.

marketplace atmosphere. Divided into distinct sections, Market is designed to feel festive but

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“Private Ocean” in the resort offers the multiple water programming activities, swimming lessons, and as well as an exclusive swimming area near the South China Sea . Each and every room at The Sanya Edition has there own private balcony offering stunning ocean views from different angles; The hotel has 512 rooms in total, while 17 of them are private villas Rooms begin at around USD $231 a night on weekdays with villas starting at $596 a night.

also casual and relaxing.

Leave your shoes at the door and take a dip in your PRIVATE POOL

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