Sixty years ago, Laurance S. Rockefeller looked out at the turquoise waters of Kaunaoa Bay on Hawaii Island and imagined something extraordinary, a resort where world-class hospitality met the raw beauty of the Hawaiian coast. That vision became the Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, Hawaii Island's first resort and an instant icon of midcentury modern design. Fast forward to 2026, and the legend just got a serious glow-up.
Part of the Cayuga Collection of sustainable luxury hotels in Central America, Jicaro Island Lodge is a luxe, private island hideaway surrounded by the serene waters of Lake Nicaragua. Among volcano-studded landscapes coated in forests, the island's nine casitas just as easily welcome adrenaline seekers eyeing water sports and hiking trails as they do those looking to spend long, lazy days floating in the infinity pool or balancing in a hammock, book in hand.
Perched dramatically atop one of Lombok's highest slopes, Villa Boë by Alexis Dornier is a topographical marvel. Spanning over 12,390 square feet, the villa doesn't just sit on the steep hillside - it emerges from it, blending architecture, landscape, and art. At Tampah Hills - a community known for its commitment to sustainable luxury - Villa Boë feels like a natural extension of the landscape rather than an intrusion upon it.
The EXP 15 introduces a bold concept for Bentley's first full-production electric vehicle, showcasing a design that integrates nearly a century of performance heritage with sustainable luxury.