GAZELLE MAGAZINE DECEMBER 2017 | Page 38

FAMILY & HOME Five-Star Gifts W inter is one of the best times to get away and get rid of some of that cabin fever. We rounded up three hotels at world-class destinations that you can book as a present or share with that special someone. Yas Viceroy Abu Dhabi Hotel Vila Vita Parc Resort & Spa Yas Island, Abu Dhabi An architectural marvel, Yas Viceroy Abu Dhabi Hotel hovers over land and water, and is located in the Yas Marina Circuit, the favored racetrack for Formula One legends. Its stunning, cutting-edge design offers guests a futuristic, luxurious experience. If you are lucky enough to stay on race day, you couldn’t get closer to the action, and you still get to enjoy beach access and breathtaking views of the sea on this man-made island. yasisland.ae Algarve, Portugal Perched on a cliff top above the Atlantic Ocean, Vila Vita Parc Resort & Spa is a mecca for indulgent relaxation. It is heralded for its timeless elegance, style, and sensual and lush seaside setting in the charming Algarve region. The hotel is surrounded by lush, blooming sub-tropical gardens with a beautiful beach set on a small romantic bay full of aquamarine water. vilavitaparc.com Como, Italy With over 100 years of history, the iconic Grand Hotel Tremezzo is in the heart of Lake Como with views of Bellagio and the stunning Grigne mountains. This art nouveau landmark, which sits adjacent to Villa Carlotta’s famed gardens, is an authentic art nouveau palace that offers the delights of a true five-star vacation and the traditional hospitality of an Italian family. grandhoteltremezzo.com 36 GAZELLE STL Grand Hotel Tremezzo