Virtuoso: The five latest travel trends for 2018 and the 19 best Greek hotels
NEW YORK (January 4, 2018) – To discover what’s trending in 2018, travelers need only to browse
through Virtuoso®’s newly released 2018 Best of the Best catalog of the world’s best hotels and experiences.
The largest edition to date, featuring 1,250 hotels, resorts, villas and private island retreats in 108 countries
alongside 54 one-of-a-kind experiences, Best of the Best showcases Virtuoso’s Hotels & Resorts Program, a
hallmark of this renowned global luxury travel network. New this year: a record-setting addition of 110
properties, courtesy of unprecedented expansion.
Virtuoso’s curated collection of hotels boasts diversity in both size and feel, with properties ranging from
four to 4,004 rooms. The portfolio’s impressive breadth spans hotels, resorts, lodges, tents, camps, private
islands, villas and apartments. More than 550 of the featured hotels work exclusively with Virtuoso, choosing
not to associate with other travel organizations. Almost half of Virtuoso’s hotels are under 100 rooms, and
a similar number are independent properties not affiliated with a collection or brand.
Here are the most significant trends observed among the new additions to the industry-leading collection:
The Cool Factor: Stunning design, on-point amenities and unique character define a new breed of Virtuoso
lifestyle hotels and resorts, which deliver a cutting-edge experience unlike traditional properties.
• Trusted luxury brands grew their Virtuoso presence with Pendry San Diego, Thompson Seattle,
Andaz Scottsdale and The London EDITION.
• NUO Beijing offers a dynamic atmosphere where Ming Dynasty tradition meets hip modernity.
• Sao Paulo’s innovative Hotel Unique is where architecture, design, gastronomy and service intersect.
Adventure Abounds: With its wide appeal to all travelers, the allure of adventure remains hot, with
experiences ranging from soft adventure to nature immersion all the way to the extreme.
• Guests at Anantara Peace Haven Tangalle Resort in Sri Lanka can discover the area by bicycle, go
whale watching and explore national parks.
• Tutka Bay Lodge and Winterlake Lodge in Alaska offer activities such as deep-sea and freshwater
fishing, river rafting, bear viewing, glacier trekking, ocean kayaking and hiking.
Cities Rule: Virtuoso stayed ahead of the curve by adding an array of properties in the world’s most alluring
cities. Shopping, spa treatments, art and architecture, and culinary wonders abound at these urban retreats.
• European grande dames steeped in history are what define properties such as Hotel Kamp in
Helsinki, the Hotel Bayerischer Hof in Munich and the Hotel de Crillon, A Rosewood Hotel in Paris.
• Understated elegance reigns at properties including London’s The Langham and Four Seasons New
York Downtown.
• Indulge passions such as art at The First Hotel Roma and cultural immersion at Hoshinoya Tokyo.
Exotic Glamping: Demand for luxury camping thrives as interest in authentic, off-the-beaten-path
experiences grows.
• Minor Hotel’s tented camps in Kenya and Tanzania provide valuable perks for Virtuoso clients. At
Loisaba Tented Camp, guests learn about preserving the local wilderness, then enjoy a private
sundowner with cocktails and canapes. The Manor at Ngorongoro offers a coffee tour of the estate
and private gourmet picnic with sparkling wine.
• The Ultimate Travelling Camp offers unprecedented access to India’s mountains, deserts, jungles
and festivals. These deluxe camps include spacious tents, complete with a private butler.
Family Fun: The 2018 Virtuoso Luxe Report identified family travel as a dominant niche, bolstered by the
network’s portfolio of family-friendly properties.
• Nemacolin Woodlands Resort in Pennsylvania houses a Wildlife Academy with animals from all over
the globe to educate and entertain guests.
• Switzerland’s Kulm Hotel St. Moritz offers a variety of perks as part of its Very Important Kids
program, including free hot chocolate and ice cream.
• VILA VITA Parc Resort in Portugal provides an array of children’s activities including an adventure
playground, painting and baking.
Best of the Best is currently being distributed to the homes of 150,000 of Virtuoso’s best clients worldwide, as
selected by their advisor. To view the directory online, click here.
Virtuoso Hotels & Resorts is the longest running and most prestigious program of its kind, with more fivestar
properties than any other. Virtuoso provides guests with exclusive benefits valued at up to $450 per stay
such as spa treatments, golf and dining experiences. Now travelers can reserve luxury properties either
through a Virtuoso advisor or online via the network’s website at www.virtuoso.com/hotels.
The 19 best Greek hotels according to Virtuoso's catalogue are as follows:
1. Grande Bretagne
2. King George
3. The Romanos, Costa Navarino
4. Amirandes Grecotel
5. Blue Palace
6. Elounda Gulf Villas & Suites
7. Amanzoe
8. Belvedere Hotel
9. Bill and Coo Hotels Mykonos
10. Kivotos
11. Myconian Villa Collection
12. Mykonos Blu Grecotel Exclusive Resort
13. Santa Marina
14. Grace Santorini
15. Vedema
16. Canaves Oia Hotel
17. Canaves Oia Suites
18. Canaves Oia Sunday Suites
19. Mystique
About Virtuoso
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over 45 countries throughout North America, Latin America, the Caribbean, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Africa and the
Middle East. Drawing upon its preferred relationships with 1,700 of the world’s best hotels and resorts, cruise lines,
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