May 2017: Travel

Top Destinations This Month.

–As the temperatures rise in Europe, venture to Malta for golden beaches, exquisite cuisine, culture and the historic sites Mdina and Valletta. Gozo provides a serene retreat on the coastline, with must-see spots such as the Azure Window, the Cittadella and the Ggantija temples, which date back as far as 3600 BC

–It’s a great time to be in Brazil; head to Sao Paulo and stay at the Fasano, which sets the standard for the country’s luxury hotels

–For peace and quiet, stunning scenery and ample leisure time, head to the Scottish Highlands. See Edinburgh and Stirling, then drive through the countryside, filled with sparkling lochs and romantic castles

–Monaco is action-packed in May; in addition to the Grand Prix, you can wager at the world-famous Casino in Monte Carlo, dine at the world’s only all-organic restaurant to have a Michelin star, and visit the spectacular Oceanographic Museum (we think you should go crazy and rent a luxury convertible, ‘cause why not?)

–Head to the “Memphis in May” international festival, which is spread throughout the month and includes the three-day Beale Street Music Festival (May 5-7) and the 40^thannual World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest (May 17-20)

Notable Openings This Month.

–Six Senses Krabey Island, Sihanoukville, Cambodia opens this month

–The luxury sleeper train Belmond Andean Explorer launches this month, linking Cusco, in the Peruvian Andes, to Lake Titicaca and Arequipa on a two-night journey

–The art-focused 21c Museum Hotel will open in Nashville this month, transforming a former hardware warehouse downtown into a 124-room boutique hotel. The property will house a contemporary art exhibition space with rotating shows

–The Line DC, a former neoclassical church in the Capitol’s Adams Morgan neighborhood is getting a second life as a 220-room hotel. Although the building will retain a lot of its original architectural features (60-foot vaulted ceilings, millwork and brass detailing and large copper entry doors), there will be lots of modern upgrades—mainly an indoor pool, rooftop views and restaurants from Spike Gjerde and Erik Bruner-Yang

–The Ned in London is a 252-room combination private club and hotel located in a 1930s-era bank designed by Sir Edward Lutyens. A joint-venture between SoHo House and the Sydell Group, it will have 2 pools, 9 restaurants and a spa

–Alila Fort Bishangarh, Jaipur is in a 230-year-old former fortress, and includes 59-suites, ancient six-foot-thick walls, a Kachhawa lounge serving champagne, coffee, chai, and cake, and – in the fortress’s former dungeon carved from granite rock – a spa and wellness center

–Maison Albar Hotel, Paris-Celine is now open; located at on Rue du Pont-Neuf, between the Seine and Les Halles, this five star hotel includes Restaurant Odette and the Spa Céline

See other May 2017 events:
Food & Drink
Planes, Yachts & Autos
Fitness & Sports
Fashion & Design
Entertainment
The Arts

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