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In Slane Village, in Boyne Valley, about 35 minutes from Dublin, the lush valley with its crisscrossing canals and rolling hills are so scenic, the landscape has been used as the backdrop for shows like Game of Thrones . But now, the region is drawing tourists for a different reason: farm-to-table dining, glamping, and stays at the namesake castle.
Pandemic restrictions are easing in many Canadian provinces, so many people have been eager to get out and camp.
Keep these lavish escapes in mind when you plan your next weekend in the woods.
If you haven’t woken up in the cozy confines of a refurbished 1978 Airstream trailer surrounded by coniferous coastal forest—what are you waiting for?
Something even a weather-hardened adventurer can enjoy.
Relax in nature.
Reo Rafting & Yoga Resort welcomes guests back to the nature-filled experiences after renovations due to the Kookipi Creek wildfire.
Curled up in the plush king-size bed at Back Forty Glamping, you can easily forget you’re in a geodesic dome in cottage country.
Mention “whale-watching in Canada” as a wildlife adventure, and chances are you’ll think of the east or west coast or Hudson Bay. But Quebec is another place where you can enjoy sighting cetaceans.
If you’ve ever wanted the feeling of having an entire island to yourself, consider taking your next vacation in the stunning archipelago of the Maldives.
The vast, otherworldly landscape presents itself as a blank canvas, one that inspires those who venture there to discover endless possibilities. A wilderness hideaway in Canyon Point in the Southern Utah desert, Camp Sarika, added to the luxurious 900-acre Amangiri property in 2020, is a year-round glamping destination with tented pavilions.
At the foot of the Arenal Volcano in northern Costa Rica, a network of thermal pools and rivers braids through a lush rainforest reserve. It is where Tabacón Thermal Resort and Spa was founded with the aim of protecting this jungle ecosystem while allowing guests to reap the healing benefits of the hot springs.
If sustainability, exclusivity, and luxury are key factors when choosing your holiday destinations, then a stay at Moliving’s Hurley House might be your next dream vacation.
Four stunning retreats to visit in New Zealand.
Each of these Alberta chalets and cabins has a unique character that will make you want to stay forever.
Whether you’re escaping the city, celebrating a special occasion, or just relaxing with your family, these seven dwellings from glamorous cabins to cozy huts are a few of many magical destinations these two eastern provinces have to offer.
