What would the tapestry of life look like if not for the milestones that embellish it? Milestones represent that our lives have been worth the struggle, endurance and choices we made to get there. It’s been one year since The Lux Insider was born and to mark this milestone we’d like to share some celebration ideas with you. Whether it’s the first or the 25th milestone, sometimes getting the closest people in your life to share the joy can accentuate the celebration. Private holiday rentals or exclusive hire estate are getting all the attention they deserve from luxury travellers to take an intimate celebration to another level. There are more than a handful of portals that showcase some of the most exclusive luxury estates around the world catering to leisure holidays and private party getaway. Lets travel from Napa Valley to Amalfi Coast for that perfect anniversary getaway.
Napa & Sonoma, CA
While it doesn’t hurt that the destination of your anniversary or milestone celebration is a wine country, Napa & Sonoma region in California offer the secluded, intimate experience like no other. The sprawling estates in the valley have panoramic views of vineyards and the rolling hills, not to mention you can take a tour of the winery in the neighbourhood with your friends or family. A full-service staff is exclusive to the hire and can be requested while booking. For more details please visit Estate in Vines and Palm Vista on LuxuryRetreats.com
Whistler, Canada
Top ranking ski destination of North America, Whistler has the largest area for skiing in the Americas as well. Be it the snow-covered Rockies or the picturesque creekside trails, this destination has a landscape to die for. The resorts in the region are accustomed to winning awards each year but then the private estates are unparalleled when it comes to exclusivity. The ski spots and lakes are a few minutes away. For more details of Akasha and Stonebridge Estate please visit LuxuryRetreats.com
Normandy, France
Historically relevant and world-famous for beaches, Normandy is one of the oldest Northwestern towns in France to have castles, palaces that can be your home for a holiday with friends. Some have a thing for fairy tales and what better place on earth to relive it than France? Normandy has renowned homes including Monet’s birth place but only if you muster the will to leave the realm of this gorgeous Chateau de Normandie. For more details please visit VillasofDistinction.com
Cote d’Azur, France
When you think of South of France St Tropez and Cote d’Azur come rushing to your mind and why not? One of the world’s most glamourous beach holiday spotsCote d’Azur is a retreat for every luxury traveller seeking some respite from the usual frenzy of life. The chateau and villas here are always under the radar of the elite for a good reason. For more details about Chateau D’Azur please visit VillasofDistinction.com
Tuscany, Italy
Since you are going to raise a toast to celebrate your milestone why not take a holiday in the wine country of Chianti? Tuscany the birthplace of all things renaissance is as unrivalled as Bordeaux, France when it comes to food, wine and countryside. Arguably the finest regions of Itlay, the Tuscan celebration does call for a get together in a private Italian-style villa. For more details on Tuscan villas like Pallazzo please visit VillasofDistinction.com
Amalfi Coast, Italy
Second to none Amalfi Coast prides itself with a stretch of white sand and azure waters and villas sitting on its fringes. Positano is one such region of the entire coast that has a hypnotic view of the Mediterranean. Positano is a vertical town with homes decked over each other connected by steep steps. The play of colours you witness in Positano is quite provocative. Sorrento, Ravello and Amalfi are the other regions with an equally great view. Incanto is an exclusive piece of architecture on the Positano coastline for holidays and celebrations. For mroe details please visit Incanto at VillasofDistinction.com
Austrian Alps
It needn’t be a ski holiday to celebrate your birthday / anniversary, the Austrian Alps are a wonderful destination to travel to all through the year. Austrians love hiking and this national pastime has been rubbing off on many travellers. The Alpine hikes and nature trails can work up an appetite for the delicious gourmet meal at the luxury chalet. The chalets in the region offer a warm welcome and can accommodate a party of a big family or group of friends. For more details about Antoinette Chalet in the Austrian Alps please visit LuxuryRetreats.com
Crete, Greece
No island getaway is perfect without it being on the largest Greek island – Crete. It is also one of the many mesmerising islands the Mediterranean holds and fifth largest in the region. There is nothing Crete does not entice you with, national parks, steep gorges, beaconing valleys and a deep dive into the blue sea every element of Crete’s beauty helps you to live the moment to its fullest. For more details about Grape Villa in Crete please visit LuxuryRetreats.com
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