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The Best Resorts in the World: 2023 Readers’ Choice Awards

By CNT Editors

Now in its 36th iteration, our annual Readers’ Choice Awards continues to capture the travel experiences our readers love best, from hotels and airlines to cruises , islands , and luggage . This year, you traveled farther and deeper; seeking out remote properties; sailing on smaller, more intimate ships; and prioritizing destinations you’ve been waiting years to visit. At least that’s what a staggering 526,518 of you told us in our annual Readers’ Choice Awards survey. Seventy-five percent of you told us that you used up all your vacation days, often to take longer, immersive trips—the kind that resorts on distant plains or stamp-size islands are well-equipped to deliver. Now, you can use the results to decide where you’re going next—these are the best resorts in the world, according to our readers.

View the Reader's Choice Award winners for best hotels in the world here .

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50. Eden Rock, St. Barths Arrow

You can become a little numb to beauty in St. Barts , but even after having been on island for days, I think I squealed when I pulled into Eden Rock. It’s just so perfect—so chic, so glamorous, but in this easy, island-appropriate way. It’s the type of place that just being there makes you feel like the most glam, sun-kissed version of yourself. The hotel is almost entirely surrounded by calm, gin-bottle blue water that’s heavenly for a swim. There’s a diving platform a little ways out, and you can take out rafts and paddle around the point, and there’s a reef if you want to snorkel. The rooms are lovely and elegant, with a subtle Carib-meets-nautical vibe, at once bright and airy. When it comes to the food, rockstar chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten is in charge of the menu at the main restaurant, and the resort’s breakfast spread is insane in scope and quality; don’t miss it. Sure, you could have a delightful breakfast by your private pool, but the people-watching here is too good—you’d be missing an opportunity if you stayed in. It’s a pretty diverse crowd in some ways, but the common denominator, to tell it straight, is money. This place is not cheap, but it’s one of the rare hotels that is absolutely worth it. The setting is unparalleled and the food, service, and design are top of the top. There is no way you’ll go and not dream (maybe nightly) about going back—it’s that special. From $1,554. —Rebecca Misner

49. Troutbeck — Amenia, New York Arrow

It's the country retreat you wish your multi-millionaire great aunt invited you to every weekend. This historic inn about two hours north of NYC has been pulling in the literati and politicos for more than two centuries, but it only just expanded and seriously stepped up the vibe. This is still a country inn (tick off the reading nooks: the fireplace, the bar, the library) but one you'll absolutely hate to leave on Sunday night.

48. Ulusaba Private Game Reserve — Sabi Sand, South Africa Arrow

One of Sir Richard Branson's Virgin Limited Edition collection of retreats, this private game reserve has 21 rooms and suites spread over two lodges. At the Rock Lodge, enjoy a post-game drive cocktail with panoramic views of the Drakensberg Mountains. Just 500 meters away at the Safari Lodge, walk between treehouse-style rooms on swinging rope bridges or just watch the zebras and impala stroll by on their way to the nearby watering hole.

47. Nita Lake Lodge — Whistler, Canada Arrow

Comfort is paramount at this lakeside property in British Columbia 's fun-loving mountain resort town: double-soaker tubs, basalt-rock fireplaces, and heated floors offer an intimate counterpoint to the town's sportier side. The lodge is a short jaunt from the Creekside lifts and offers free shuttles and ski storage lockers at the base of Whistler Mountain; come summertime, you'll have your pick of complimentary cruiser bikes, paddleboards, canoes, and kayaks. The spa makes use of the surroundings with rooftop hot tubs overlooking the mountains. When it comes time for meals, the Lakeside Restaurant serves modern alpine cuisine, while the Cure Lounge & Patio is the place to go for a chorizo-topped Caesar (this is Canada, after all), a barrel-aged old fashioned, or a local spin on a gin fizz made with spruce tip syrup.

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46. Wharekauhau Country Estate — Ocean Beach, New Zealand Arrow

This upscale Relais & Châteaux property, popular with Dutch and British royals, is worth the 45-minute drive southwest of Martinborough for the green setting alone. The luxurious farm stay sits on 3,000 acres abutting Palliser Bay's Pacific coastline in one direction, and soaring New Zealand mountainscapes in the other. Edwardian cottage suites and villas with beamed ceilings, private kitchens, and fireplaces give it a luxe lodge feel, while heated indoor and outdoor pools, a spa and gym, and flatscreen TVs keep comfort top of mind. The on-site farm-to-table restaurant offers a four-course degustation-style tasting menu powered by the wine country land around you, and activity options include horseback riding, wine tasting, archery, stargazing, and coastal e-bike tours.

45. The Beach Club at Charleston Harbor Resort & Marina Arrow

You’d be hard-pressed to find a more elegant and well-equipped place to stay by the water than at the 92-room Beach Club , which opened in October 2016. Directly across the harbor from downtown Charleston on Patriots Point in historic Mount Pleasant, the resort is just a free, fifteen-minute trolley shuttle and seasonal water taxi ride from this Southern foodie haven. Modern meals are served in the Fish House, occupying the same building as the creatively-curated Marina Store, which sells everything from scented soaps to tomes on local history.

44. Eau Palm Beach Resort & Spa — Manalapan, Florida Arrow

Set on a secluded private beach on seven acres of the Atlantic coast with breathtaking ocean views and lush tropical gardens, the Eau Palm Beach Resort & Spa is true Florida gold coast. Spacious accommodations offer a Capri-meets-Santorini-meets-Palm Beach vibe, and feature private balconies with hanging chairs to enjoy ocean views. The resort includes the Forbes Five-Star, award-winning 42,000 square foot Eau Spa, three Har-tru tennis courts, two pools, and outstanding child and teen clubs and programs. There are also four restaurants on site, and it's just minutes from lively Palm Beach nightlife and shopping.

43. Vermejo — Raton, New Mexico Arrow

Ted Turner’s Vermejo is the closest thing to a private national park. Roughly 550,000 acres draped across the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, Vermejo is the largest privately owned ranch in the U.S., spanning two states (New Mexico and Colorado) and encompassing several early 1900’s coal-mining and saw-mill towns, as well as Anasazi-era cliff dwellings. The recently restored Casa Grande, a stone-walled, seven-bedroom mansion, is one of nine lodgings on the ranch, and its most storied. Built in 1909 for a Chicago businessman, it was sold after his death to Los Angeles Times publisher Harry Chandler in 1926, whose regular guests included Herbert Hoover, Cecil B. DeMille, Douglas Fairbanks and Mary Pickford. The grandeur of the mansion hearkens back to this era, from the marble-pillared great room’s dining room table outfitted in china and crystal to the grand piano. The property languished between several owners, and it was Turner who had the vision to turn the sprawling property into a modern-day conservation-minded ranch. Fly-fishing season is from May to September and the property offers endless amounts of hiking. Staying at Casa Grande gives you a taste of what Fairbanks et al. might have experienced back in the mansion’s heyday; rooms are impeccably done in European antiques and toiles, private dining room service is available if you don’t want to join the others at the main lodge (the bison burger, crispy buttermilk marinated quail, and fresh-caught trout are musts), and staff can bring you a G+T on the porch as you watch the wildlife creep out of the woods at sundown.

42. Sanctuary Olonana — Masai Mara, Kenya Arrow

This camp , named for a Masai warrior, sits on acacia-dotted plains and prides itself on its eco-friendliness, using solar power and recycled water. Watch hippos wallow in the Mara River from one of 14 luxury tents with canopied beds, writing tables, screened windows, and verandas with daybeds. For meals, expect dishes such as Malindi sole, prepared with ingredients picked directly from the camp’s garden and served on the main deck—or book a picnic meal in the bush. Available activities include game drives in specially designed jeeps that offer 360-degree views of the savannah (and its inhabitants), visits to a local Masai village, and hot air balloon rides over the plains for a bird’s-eye view of the migrating herds.

41. 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay — Kauai, Hawaii Arrow

Kauaui 's 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay has all the ingredients you might want to cook up a truly magical Hawaiian getaway—a swimmable beach right out front, a legendary surf break a short paddle away, a stunning main pool (and a sleek adults-only one), great onsite bars and restaurants, a cute town nearby for exploring, and easy access to excellent hiking. But what makes this property truly stand out in an archipelago dotted with luxe oceanfront resorts is that it’s also a legitimate wellness destination, with cutting-edge medi-spa offerings as well as serious fitness and mind/body programming. Guest rooms are a study in neutrals—sand-hued walls, reclaimed teak ceilings and furniture with rope and reed accents. Potted plants live in woven baskets and stag ferns are mounted on the walls, dried grass skirts are hung like pieces of art, the bathroom walls are lined with lava stone, and the island’s seafaring history comes through in the most subtle of ways—sconces that almost resemble fishing nets, or a single conch shell displayed on a shelf. The service on-site is casual but professional, and everyone from the concierge to the person helping you get set up at the pool is incredibly friendly and more than happy to share their favorite spots around the island. As for the Bamford Wellness Spa, I'm not exaggerating when I say the treatments are transcendent. Menu highlights include treatments that incorporate native Hawaiian medicinal plants like kava and noni, massages on a quartz bed (it’s like lying in warm sand while getting your kinks and knots worked out), and floats in the sensory deprivation tank, where you lose track of time and space in the best way possible: A single 60-minute session can be the equivalent of four hours of REM sleep. From $1,200. —Rebecca Misner

40. JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek Resort & Spa Arrow

39. El Nido Resorts (Lagen, Miniloc & Pangulasian) — Phillippines Arrow

38. W Costa Navarino — Greece Arrow

A chug through Messinia’s olive-dotted countryside, past bare-chested octogenarians driving ancient tractors, brings you to this 32-acre waterfront property, designed in the form of a Greek coastal village. The first W hotel in Greece offers everything you’d expect from the famously fun, tongue-in-cheek brand—poolside DJs, geometric cushions, a central infinity pool begging to be Instagrammed—plus some added doses of wellness, eco-consciousness, and inclusivity. In line with the rather chummy W vernacular (staff quarters are labeled “Talent”), there are 246 Fabulous, Spectacular, and Wow! room options spread throughout the property—try to book one of the infinity swim-up rooms, which grants access to a shared ground-level 90-meter pool. Like the other hotels in the Costa Navarino collection, there is a true sense of warmth at the heart of the hotel from the 350 staff members—even though it is a big brand hotel, ultimately this is a family-run business, and that hospitable embrace is felt throughout.

37. Rosewood Miramar Beach — Montecito, California Arrow

Arriving at Rosewood Miramar Beach, with its military-straight rows of white roses and pristine clapboard cottages, feels like landing on a postcard-perfect street in Cape Cod . If it all seems a little too perfect, well, there was time to get things right. The former Miramar by the Sea Hotel occupied these 16 oceanfront acres from 1889 until it closed for renovations in 2000. The hotel sat half-demolished for years, its second act tangled in red tape. It took SoCal billionaire developer Rick Caruso and the Hong Kong–based Rosewood Hotel Group to push the project through. And while it may have been tempting to scrap the past after such a treacherous road to reopening, the new Miramar deliberately throws back. Lemon-yellow-and-white striped umbrellas flank a rectangular pool where the Scoop Shop serves up fountain drinks, ice cream cones, and burgers. Overlooking the ocean, there’s Caruso’s, the type of place where you order a martini with your cacio e pepe alongside a heaping dollop of la dolce vita (the chef hails from Harry’s Bar in Rome )—and, in a state where “formal flip-flops'' are a thing, one that blessedly enforces a dress code. In case you start to feel too lost in the 1950s, an outpost from Malibu Farm and a Goop boutique remind you that this is indeed modern-day Cali.

36. Salish Lodge & Spa — Snoqualmie, Washinton Arrow

Built in 1916 as a rest stop for travelers, this Cascade Mountains lodge is set above 268-foot-high Snoqualmie Falls. The setting for the TV series Twin Peaks , the mountain lodge offers rooms in blues, emeralds, and turquoises (to mirror the colors of the sky, the Snoqualmie River, and Puget Sound) with custom-built furniture. A honeybee apiary on the hillside by the lodge produces honey for the spa and the Dining Room, where local artisanal cheeses are also served.

35. Alila Villas Uluwatu — Bali Arrow

The striking latticework rectangles of Alila Uluwatu, an all-villa resort set high on a cliff on the Bukit Peninsula, has become an icon for contemporary Bali. This Indonesian island is less about the beaches, more about the balés—sure, you can find tempting stretches of sand, but you couldn’t do better than settling into a cabana by the infinity pool here to enjoy those Indian Ocean panoramas. And if you do need to dip your feet into the sea, it’s only 600 steps down the cliff-hugging stairway to get to it. Spacious stand-alone suites have inviting daybeds by floor-to-ceiling glass walls, which open out to private pools. Bathroom are outfitted with a large tub, his-and-hers toiletries, and all the amenities you could dream of. Service here is inspired; at check-in, you'll be asked whether you’d like it invisible or extra-attentive—categorized into "private," "discreet," or "indulgent." Your private butler is a tablet click away.

34. The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua — Maui Arrow

Winding along the entrance to the Ritz-Carlton, you’ll notice the topography looks different from the coastal scenery you’ve passed en route from Maui’s main airport. Kapalua is marked by lush, towering pine trees and windy weather; it might even be raining when you pull up to the hotel, giving the place a mountain-lodge feel. Indeed, if you’re aiming for seclusion and relaxation, rather than sunny beach days, the Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua is just the spot. And if you’re staying a while or traveling with children, opt for a residential suite which has a full kitchen and up to two bedrooms. Just be sure to reserve your chairs in advance before you go to the pool. 

33. Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita — Mexico Arrow

At this 1,500-acre hidden oasis north of Puerto Vallarta , no request is too outlandish—readers have shared stories of dedicated servers, like one who walked into the ocean, in his uniform, to bring them their drinks. Red-roof garden casitas are done in a sea-and-sand palette, with Mexican art and louvered doors. Meanwhile, the state-of-the-art 18-hole Jack Nicklaus course at Pacifico takes the game to the extreme: Be prepared to swing for a hole that's on an island 200 yards offshore.

32. The Point — Upper Saranac Lake, New York Arrow

There’s that moment, on every trip, when your mindset switches from “everyday, real life” to “blissed out, vacation life.” At The Point, it happens on the approach. You’ll turn off one country road, and onto another that takes you deeper into the woods. After a few minutes, you’ll come to a log gate, the words "The Point" spelled out (in all caps) in the archway in a tangle of branches. As the gate swings open and you slowly drive through, it feels like you’re entering another world. Or, at the very least, leaving this one behind. Built in the early 1930s as a private retreat for William Avery Rockefeller Jr. (John D. Rockefeller's grand-nephew), it was purchased in 2016 by two of its longtime guests, Laurie and Pierre Lapeyre, who set about refreshing—not redoing—the property. The kitchen (which has a 24/7 open door policy) is run by Chef Loic Leperlier, who spent time at multi-Michelin starred restaurants; and if guests get curious about what he's cooking up, they can even tag along as he forages nearby for Chanterelle mushrooms or birch syrup. A heads-up: There's no wifi on the property (you can only access it in the front office which houses the shop and gallery). But after a few hours, you're too busy taking hikes, kayaking, boating, reading books, and enjoying cocktail hour to even notice.

31. Blackberry Mountain — Walland, Tennessee Arrow

While every hotel now trades on its experiential offerings, only the very best have the talent to follow through with resonance and meaning. Blackberry Mountain, a ground-breaking adventure-and-wellness retreat in rural Tennessee, knows that experiences alone aren’t enough; experienced people are crucial, too. This property comes from the family behind the wholesomely ground-breaking Blackberry Farm , which transformed the U.S.’s foodie-escape scene. And like its sister hotel, this 36-room mountain retreat makes a point of hiring staffers who are extremely good at what they do, whether trail running or vinyasa yoga, mountain-biking or mushroom foraging. Naturalist Boyd Hopkins has traced every corner of the 5,200-acre Smoky Mountain wilderness—he takes guests scrambling up, up, up to Cat’s Paw Ridge in search of bobcat and black bear. Master potter Polly Ann Martin can teach even the clumsiest newbie to throw a near-perfect vase, while a deep-dive consultation with Dr. Jill Beasley, Blackberry’s naturopath, will have guests wishing they could get her on speed-dial for when they return home. Inside the stone-and-timber cottages are roaring fires and floor-to-ceiling windows for gazing at the misty blue peaks of the Smokies. But the most memorable part of this singular playground—even more than the unspoiled surroundings—are the unforgettable people who bring it to life.

30. The Ritz-Carlton Orlando Arrow

Rows of palm trees herald the entrance to the Ritz-Carlton Orlando, a towering, Italian-inspired resort where attentive staff greets you at the porte-cochère and welcomes you into the marble lobby with a glass of sparkling wine. Guest rooms are modern and subdued with private balconies and ultra-plush bedding, and the large, marble bathrooms have plush terry-cloth robes, oversize towels, and Asprey Purple Water toiletries. If you can fit it in, make time to check out the spa: The Ritz-Carlton’s massive, 40,000-square-foot space has 40 private treatment rooms, a cafe, and a serene outdoor pool. The Grand Citrus Escape treatment uses herbs and citrus grown onsite and honey from the resort’s bees to hydrate and soothe your skin from head to toe.

29. Elewana Elephant Pepper Camp Masai Mara — Kenya Arrow

If you really want to be surrounded by nature on safari, this tented camp with just eight suites is the way to go. With no fences or boundaries, you’ll fall asleep to the sound of lions, leopards, and hyenas making their way across the Maasai Mara. (Don’t be surprised if you spot animals wandering through in the daytime from your tent’s veranda, too.) The experience here leans more towards the glamping side of safari lodges—but you won’t be without creature comforts, as the tents are fully furnished with indoor plumbing and hot showers. You won’t have to jockey for a view of the wildlife on game drives or bush walks either, since Elewana’s location and surrounding savannah is only accessible to the 11 other nearby lodges, keeping Land Cruiser traffic down.

28. Tetherow Lodges — Bend, Oregon Arrow

Located just 10 minutes outside of downtown Bend, Tetherow is a complex of vacation rental homes, event spaces, and a golf course that has all the amenities and comforts of a larger resort, but the intimacy and personality of a smaller hotel—since the Lodges only contain 50 rooms. It's no secret that Tetherow attracts a particularly outdoorsy and active set, and especially golf fanatics. But if you're the type to just sit in the hot tub with a glass of wine while your partner hits the links, that's alright, too. Golf is the name of the game here, and Tetherow Golf Club is a 7,298-yard Scottish links-style course that has won numerous accolades and consistently lands at the top of critics' lists. The pros in the golf shop are happy to get anyone and everyone setup with the right instructor for a proper golf lesson. "Tetherow Sport," the property's new fitness center features the best in workout equipment, as well as a huge selection of group workout classes, activity gear, a year-round outdoor pool, hot tub, fire pits, and plenty of fabulous views. And being only 20 minutes from Mount Bachelor, there are ample opportunities for mountain sports at all times of year.

27. Cheval Blanc Randheli — Maldives Arrow

It stands to reason that the Cheval Blanc Randheli , a relatively recent resort from luxury conglomerate LVMH (owners of Louis Vuitton, Céline, Dior, etc.), would set the bar high. The white sands and turquoise waters of the Noonu Atoll, in the northwest Maldives, are the backdrop for 45 one- and two-bedroom villas. As looks go, it doesn’t get chicer than this, but the whimsical touches—turtles drawn in the sand along the path to the villa, thoughtful little notes from your butler left alongside the pitchers of fresh juice—are what truly give this place its character.

26. Four Seasons Resort Lanai — Hawaii Arrow

The lush tropical paradise is akin to a real-life version of Fantasy Island. With everything you could possibly want in one oceanfront destination, it's a place you'll never have to leave, unless of course, you want to. Apart from the on-site fitness center with ocean views, a private beach, and an 18-hole golf course designed by Jack Nicklaus, there's no shortage of activities with up to 22 daily offerings. Complimentary classes include lei-making, a rancher's experience, and a resort cultural tour. There are 26 room types, including garden view rooms with modern-meets-island-style decor and private terraces, and Ohana suites that are best suited for families. The grande dame here is the two-bedroom Alii Royal suite with an open living and dining space, a formal seating area, a library, and three private balconies.

25. Hermann Bungalows — Palm Springs Arrow

This is the place for ultimate Palm Springs mid-century luxury, designed with the most sumptuous details and suited for the natural landscape—including prime poolside San Jacinto Mountain views. It's also an uncommon experience: a resort within a resort. One is luxury while the other is “ultra-luxury.” The latter is Hermann Bungalows, a uniquely chic 24-suite lodge opened by designer-hotelier Steve Hermann in 2022. It’s adjacent to L’Horizon Resort & Spa (25 rooms), which Hermann opened in 2015 after a $10 million renovation of an existing mid-century property. Bungalow guests enter through L’Horizon’s lobby to reach their own fully contained hotel , whose design inspiration is rooted in the mid-century-modernism architecture of Richard Nuetra. Guests can stay in the privacy of the Hermann Bungalows, or access all of the amenities of L’Horizon Resort, including its pool, the Spa, and the elegant SO.PA restaurant.

24. Omni Hilton Head Oceanfront Resort Arrow

This coastal getaway is located on sugar-sand beaches, and offers sparkling pools, delicious dining, and three championship golf courses. Located in the Palmetto Dunes beachfront community, several dining options are on-site and private balconies overlook the oceanfront. Rooms options feature sofa beds, kitchenettes, and additional living space for families. Omni Hilton Head Oceanfront Resort provides 14,000 square feet of meeting space. The poolside Buoy Bar brings tiki vibes to the lowcountry, and famed Arthur Hills Golf Course is less than two miles away.

23. One&Only Mandarina — Riviera Nayarit, Mexico Arrow

This glossy, globetrotting hotel group might pick up new destinations as if they were passport stamps, but each is uniquely rooted in place. Here, along the Riviera Nayarit on the wild Pacific coast, that means drawing deeply on Mexico’s magic, with considered references to the Indigenous Cora and Huichol people. Bedrooms, whether oversized treehouses or ocean-facing villas, are a celebration of local culture, from the traditional textiles and pottery to the robes by contemporary Mexico-based label Candor. The spa, set in a natural volcanic-rock garden, is based on ancient healing practices and offers treatments including temazcal sweat-lodge rituals. The hotel has also tapped the country’s top chef, Enrique Olvera—of Mexico City’s Pujol —for Carao, where feasts begin with fresh ceviche and end on homemade cinnamon buñuelos. Meanwhile Alma, an open-air, garden-to-plate spot helmed by French-Mexican Olivier Deboise, is centered around wood-fired, Pan-American-meets-Mediterranean dishes. It might be a step up from the surf hotels down the road, but one that still feels very much in step with Nayarit’s spirit. 

22. JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort & Spa Arrow

Two words: lazy river. Kids and kids at heart will fall hard for this multi-functional resort spread across 600-plus acres. During the day, 40 event spaces (capable of hosting more than 6,000 people) make networking easy, but once you’re off the clock, there’s a Pete Dye–designed golf course, expansive water park, adults-only spa, and high-tech sports bar. Not that you’d want to but if you ever decide to leave, the resort is within an hour drive of Natural Bridge Caverns, Six Flags Fiesta Texas, and the Lone Star State’s up-and-coming wine country .

21. Mohonk Mountain House — New Paltz, New York Arrow

If you're looking to escape, come here. It's the purest form of relaxation, and you can make as much of everything it offers as you like. A secluded sanctuary, the hotel itself resides on a spectacular mountain preserve and looks out onto a large lake. Rooms are homey and classic, with porches outfitted with rocking chairs. Mohonk provides a daily schedule with something to do at any and every hour. Best of all, there's something for everyone, from yoga to golf, archery to horseback riding, and even wine tasting. Food is included in your daily room rate, and there's daily afternoon tea and cookies, as well as a library (complete with complementary reading glasses, just in case you've misplaced yours) where you can read the paper in front of a warm fire.

20. Four Seasons Resort Palm Beach Arrow

Two oceanfront pools, an expansive beach, and a restaurant and bar built up in collaboration with Michelin-starred chef Mauro Colagreco—these are the pillars of the Four Seasons Resort Palm Beach. While it’s no daunting task to beautify the Florida island ’s landscape (Mother Nature has handled that herself), this resort takes that perfection and compounds it with stunning design and an overarching aura of enchantment. Pool service is on point, as are the activities on offer for when lounging in the sun feels a little too intense. Water and beach sports, cooking classes, biking, and more: the six-acre spread has it all.

19. The St. Regis Punta Mita Resort — Mexico Arrow

At this decade-old resort in a gated community along the Pacific, the tile-roofed casitas have Mediterranean-Mexican style with creamy whites accented by lime green and fuchsia tones and colorful handcrafted tiles. There’s a wide array of restaurants and bars, from the fine-dining Carolina to Sea Breeze for fish tacos and ceviche to the Avocado Vegan Bar. The staff here seems to work magic, whether that's charging taxi fares to your hotel bill or getting a doctor to make a house call to your room.

18. La Cantera Resort & Spa — San Antonio Arrow

Built atop one of the highest points in San Antonio , the resort boasts views that truly can't be beat, which is why we recommend booking a room with a balcony. In addition to an adults-only floor and luxe villas perfect for large groups, guests will delight in the exclusive spa treatments and memorable dining options—from a concept dedicated entirely to charcuterie boards to a juicery that offers mood-enhancing Lotus Wei elixirs. The star, however, is Signature, a restaurant that is a feast for the senses, serving up seafood and wild game in an old-world setting.

17. The Ritz-Carlton, Langkawi — Malaysia Arrow

There are myriad reasons why The Ritz-Carlton Langkawi could be considered the ultimate luxurious hideaway to reconnect with nature. The resort's location—nestled in Malaysia's 10-million-year-old rainforest right on the beaches of the Andaman Sea; its spa—a collection of six overwater pavilions with a menu of treatments inspired by the island's generations of shamans and midwives; its four beachfront restaurants and bars, featuring classic Malaysian design elements right on the shores of the sea. But we think the magic lies in how the resort captures the island's character. Jungle flora and fauna beckon from the windows of each of the 90 suites and 29 villas (which also offer beachfront views). Guests can participate in traditional jewelry making or textile printing, or opt for more adventurous activities like a hike through the rain forest or water skiing on a nearby volcanic lake. Of course, flopping down on nearby Pantai Cenang Beach for the entirety of your stay is also an option.

16. Banyan Tree Veya Phuket Arrow

This resort, designed as a Thai village and built on rehabilitated wasteland, has "perfect, private luxury villas" that fringe a saltwater lagoon and the beaches of Bang Tao Bay. Each low-rise villa is set next to a private landscaped garden and has his-and-hers dressing areas, an open-air sunken bath, teak-framed floor-to-ceiling windows, and dominant colors of black, gold, and red. The 24 two-bedroom pool villas have private infinity pools along the lagoon, plus 24-hour butler and in-villa chef services and a separate check-in lobby. Multiple dining options include fresh fish served at the lagoon-facing Sala Terrace.

15. Chileno Bay Resort & Residences, Auberge Resorts Collection — Cabo San Lucas, Mexico Arrow

Cabo San Lucas is a town full of resorts that are either too fusty, too fancy, or too family-friendly, but Chileno Bay is the rare option that feels both sophisticated and hip. Follow the throng of weekending thirty-somethings to the resort's cool open-air restaurant, or to a little taco shack on the beach with an excellent selection of small-batch mezcal. The beach that the hotel is on is probably the only real swimming beach in Cabo—no small thing, since it can be kind of painful to be at a "beach resort" and not be able to take a dip in the ocean. (Cabo's waters are notoriously choppy, rough, and not swimmer-friendly).

14. Montage Palmetto Bluff — Bluffton, South Carolina Arrow

Never mind that Justin Bieber had his wedding here—Palmetto Bluff is nothing if not lost in time, and that’s precisely the appeal. Set on 20,000 acres of wildlife sanctuary on South Carolina’s May River, it’s a romantically haunting landscape of Southern oaks draped in Spanish moss, the iconic state palmetto, cranes flying overhead, and live gators sunning on the banks in the hazy early morning. (Cautionary note when fishing—gators also love large-mouth bass and will snap them right off your line). Technically, Montage Palmetto Bluff is a resort, with the archetypal Southern mansion or inn acting as its anchor, but in reality it’s a small, charming village—albeit one with multiple pools, restaurants, bars, and a spa that the resort manages. Kids play wiffle ball in the main square at dusk, couples walk their dogs with a drink in hand and say hello as you pass them; there’s even a daily late afternoon “porching” session with drinks and s’mores at the fire pits. It’s slow, languid living in the best possible way.

13. Elewana Arusha Coffee Lodge — Tanzania Arrow

Nestled in the foothills of Mount Meru, 30 cottages are surrounded by one of Tanzania's largest coffee plantations for an ideal pre- or post-safari stopover near the town of Arusha. The aroma of freshly ground beans wafts over the rooms and suites' wood-beamed interiors. Don't miss the coffee-making experience—beans are cooked in a skillet to release their oils, and then ground using a massive mortar and pestle—to have fresh Tanzanian coffee with the local villagers and learn more about the area firsthand. A private swimming pool, garden terrace, and indoor-outdoor restaurant serving up meals and picnic lunches (or 24-hour room service if you prefer) make it a cozy stay with impeccable service.

12. JW Marriott Orlando — Florida Arrow

The towering JW Marriott Orlando sits on 500 acres at the headwaters of the Florida Everglades. Step through the grand, marble-tiled lobby to the outdoor patio and relax with a glass of wine by the firepit. Rooms are spacious and serene, with neutral decor and pastel highlights. Business travelers will appreciate the large desk and ergonomic chair; the pillowtop mattress and superb bedding guarantee an excellent night’s sleep. The JW Marriott also happens to have one of the best hotel pools in Orlando; float past waterfalls and under bridges on the lazy river, or take a dip in one of the many onsite pools. Lounge chairs and shade umbrellas are plentiful.

11. Lolebezi — Zambia Arrow

The Lower Zambezi National Park has long been a pilgrimage for safari-goers seeking natural drama on water as well as land. So when this new lodge was opened in 2022 on a formerly wild 12-acre concession on the banks of the Zambezi River, conservationists’ eyes were firmly turned. Owned by Dubai-based businessman Irfaan Yousuf for his wildlife-loving wife Shahida and son Lole (hence the name), Lolebezi is surrounded by game—which can be seen from kayaks (keeping a watch out for monster crocodiles and irritable hippo), sundowner cruises, walks and game drives. Built in partnership with respected African Bush Camps’ founder Beks Ndlovu, the six suites and double-height living space were designed by South Africa-based Fox Browne Creative and Jack Alexander Studio to feel like an indulgent contemporary boutique hotel, with curvaceous banquettes alongside calabash-strung art installations; reed ceilings above opulent green Italian marble. Considering the remote location, the food is remarkably inventive and fresh. There might be an Indian tandoori feast in the evening, Ottolenghi-style vegan tapas for lunch and spirulina- and baobab-spiked juices at dawn. With an Africology and Healing Earth spa set among giant leadwood trees (and, sometimes, wandering lions), a glass-walled gym, games room and velvet-seated cocktail bar, this is the most glamorous camp in Zambia. An instant classic on the African continent. From $1,375. —Lisa Grainger

10. Bishop’s Lodge, Auberge Resorts Collection — Santa Fe Arrow

For ages, Santa Fe has lured visitors with its rich history, cultural diversity, mystical landscape, and extraordinary art scene. All of these charms combine at Bishop’s Lodge, a century-old resort that reopened in the summer of 2021 after a $75 million renovation. It’s a high-end yet unpretentious place to immerse oneself in nature, adventure , spiritual healing, and local traditions, bundled in the signature comfort of the Auberge Resorts Collection. The Stream Dance Spa, with treatments rooted in ancient rituals and holistic treatments, like sacred sound therapy, is sure to be the highlight of any visit.

9. Cottar’s 1920s Safari Camp — Masai Mara, Kenya Arrow

On arrival at Cottar's 1920s Camp in your open-air Land Rover, you immediately feel you’ve stepped back in time. It was established by the grandfather of the current owner, Calvin Cottar, and today, it has the highest number of Gold Level guides of any safari property in Africa. The camp has great traditional interiors, full of campaign and colonial antiques and lined with kilims, cotton dhurries, and paraphernalia from decades of African safaris. There are nine tents in total (two honeymoon tents, four double tents, and three family suites), all with bathrooms, and some even have living rooms with fireplaces. 

8. Chatham Bars Inn — Massachusetts Arrow

Eevery inch of the property’s 25 acres (CBI has quietly picked up more throughout the years) is intoxicating. There’s the cool Atlantic breeze hitting the bluff, a sand-swept wedding in the distance ( remember when? ), a private beach launch to a secluded sandy spot. Scattered atop a seaside bluff, the "charming New England–style cottages" have bay windows, fireplaces, and private decks or patios with views of the ocean, grounds, or golf course. There’s an oceanfront pool, downtown Chatham steps away, a lobby fireplace roaring upon your return. It oozes nostalgia, and that’s why guests return—kids a little older, parents a little wiser, grandparents in pearls taking in the view a little bit longer—to summer on the Cape. CBI has perfected the good stuff: views ( see the fishing boats at the pier, fog sitting on the water? ), a seaside spot to rest your head (nothing beats the ocean view cottages), and family fun. And that’s what the Cape is all about.

7. Elewana Elsa's Kopje Meru — Kenya Arrow

Meru National Park has it all: lions, cheetahs, leopards, elephants, kudus, and even a sanctuary filled with black and white rhino. One of the best home bases to see it all? Elewana Elsa's Kopje, named after the real-life orphaned lion cub Elsa, whose rescue and return to the wild was dramatized in the 1966 movie Born Free . Built up on a hill with a full view over Meru’s savannah, the lodge offers game drives, fishing in Meru’s rivers, and bush walks for those looking to explore, as well as an infinity pool, private decks for each suite, and massages by appointment for those who don’t want to stray far from the lodge. You can also set up breakfasts out in the bush—and sundowners, too, before it’s time to turn in.

6. Londolozi — Sabi Sand, South Africa Arrow

Even if you’ve never been, Londolozi exists in the imagination: a sprawling cluster of five thatched-roof safari camps, in varying sizes and shades of taupe and beige, built in an ancient riverine forest around waterfalls and tangled vines. Londolozi has been owned and run by the Varty family for nearly 100 years. The word  londolozi  comes from the Zulu language and means “protector of all living things”. Nelson Mandela, who recovered from imprisonment on Robben Island at the family camp, described it as “a dream I cherish for a model of nature preservation in our country”. The camps feel like deeply stylish African homes, layered in natural clay, khaki and sand-coloured linens. Each has its own communal open-air lobby, with plunge pools and various rooms and suites attached. All have wide views across the bush or river, some are wrapped around ancient trees, others flanked by granite rocks. Like on most top-notch safaris, you are fed well here, from the sunrise treats at early morning pre-game drives to the big breakfasts and suppers. The Varty family have been spearheading the emotional wellness trend in Africa, offering multi-day wildlife wellness retreats which involve silent treks and life-coaching sessions. Beyond just a game lodge, Londolozi sees itself as a platform to restore and heal the land. With a jovial family ethos and unbelievable wildlife (you’re pretty much guaranteed to see the waddle of big beasts and furry creatures), this is one of the world’s best safari outposts. From $1,060. — Chloe Sachdev

5. Sensei Lanai, A Four Seasons Resort — Lanai Arrow

Hawaiian hotels may differ in size and price, but most have a pretty predictable common denominator, the beach . Which is why the opening of this hotel is such a major shakeup. For starters, it’s 1,800 feet above sea level and a 20-minute drive to the nearest sandy stretch. Then there’s the fact that it’s on Lanai, the smallest and least-visited of Hawaii’s inhabited islands. And it’s an adults-only wellness retreat, meaning the usual lounging in the sun while alternating between shave ice and spam musubi snacks doesn’t make it onto the daily schedule. All to say, Sensei Lanai, A Four Seasons Resort is about as niche as it gets. It’s also quite possibly the loveliest spot to give mind-body wellness a real shot. 

4. Wentworth by the Sea — Newcastle, New Hampshire Arrow

Old-world luxury abounds at Wentworth by the Sea, a grand, nineteenth-century estate on the Atlantic. The coastal retreat has a red mansard roof and three towers, and looks out on granite outcroppings. If you're really interested in feeling like you've gone back in time, you're in luck: Interiors brandished with such details as traditional damasks, intricate woodwork, brass accents, and pinstriped wallpaper will make you feel like you've wound back the clock. The dining room at Latitudes, through which waiters navigate with platters of Prince Edward Island mussels and lobster rolls, overlooks the marina.

3. Twin Farms — Barnard, Vermont Arrow

Twin Farms, an 18th-century Southern Vermont farmhouse that once belonged to Nobel Prize–winning writer Sinclair Lewis, is the perfect spot to get away from the city and relax amid maple and pine trees. Our readers laud the first-rate service at this rural retreat. One of only a handful of Relais & Chateaux properties in New England, the food here is superb, with chef Nathan Rich putting together a highly seasonal menu drawn from Vermont produce, meats, and dairy. Beyond the dining room, there’s a guide readily available for walks through the surrounding woods, an on-call chauffeur for local outings, and even someone to bring you milk and cookies at any hour.

2. Uxua Casa Hotel & Spa — Trancoso, Brazil Arrow

Surrounded by dense rainforest and teetering high on a ridge overlooking the powder-sand-fringed Atlantic, Uxua fits right into the post-hippie utopia of Trancoso . Working with local artisans, Dutch owner Wilbert Das (Diesel’s former creative director) has turned the hotel into a collection of rustic renovated casas, cottages, an intimate treehouse, and a tribal-inspired spa. All are cloaked by hummingbird-flecked tropical gardens and centered around a pool lined with green aventurine quartz, which, for those not up on their healing crystals, is said to be very therapeutic. Interiors are haute-boho: roomy indoor-outdoor sitting rooms and airy living spaces with dazzling-white walls and muslin-canopied beds, accented with lots of reclaimed wood, antiques, and vintage finds including brightly painted Virgin Mary statuettes. A decked path runs through mangrove forests to the beach, where there are enormous day beds for post-breakfast snoozing and a beach bar fashioned from an old fishing boat—just stay horizontal and another Caipirinha will soon find its way to you.

1. L'Horizon Resort & Spa — Palm Springs Arrow

L.A.-based residential designer Steve Hermann spent two years (and millions of dollars) turning the historic William F. Cody–designed L’Horizon into a luxurious boutique hotel. He didn’t alter the footprint much—the main house and 25 bungalows were built in 1952—but he added an open-air spa and an alfresco restaurant and gut-renovated the interiors. Hermann wanted the decor to work with the mid-century architecture without creating a time warp. As such, each bungalow is a mix of modern (custom hair-on-hide rugs, industrial-chic machined brass lighting and fixtures) and vintage (furniture from Percival Lafer, Mullhauser, Knoll, and Katavolos). And while it is a fun hotel, more private club than frat party, it’s also a place for quiet indulgences: The pool is guests-only; unexpected treats are brought to your room every afternoon (could be a scoop of ice cream, could be a shot of tequila); and roaming poolside therapists offer complimentary foot and shoulder massages. Request a west-facing bungalow with an outdoor shower and watch the sun go down over the San Jacinto Mountains while shampooing.

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Hollywood has something that is more powerful in the minds of those who come to see the words written on hill that say "HOLLYWOOD". It has star power...everybody either wants to be a star or see one when they come to Hollywood.

What's so fascinating about fascinating Hollywood is the name itself has no intrinsic meaning other than what it has become. The founders of Hollywood, Harvey Henderson Wilcox and his wife, Daeida, established it as a residential development. Did Daeida select the name after she met a lady on a train whose summer home was called Hollywood, as some suggest? "The Father of Hollywood" by Gaelyn Whitley Keith attributes the founding to H J Whitley in 1886. Whitley Heights is on the National Registry and the Whitley, himself, is buried in the Hollywood Forever Cemetery.

Hollywood isn't a city at all, actually. At an election on November 14, 1903, the residents of Hollywood voted to incorporate as an independent city but did an about turn in 1910 when they sought a reliable water supply and felt that would only be assured by being annexed into Los Angeles. The region has really run with the name and trademarked it, emblazoned it on the hills and spread the word about this place throughout the world.

When you visit, you'll see thousands of tourists from around the globe coming to Hollywood, putting their footprints and handprints into the castings of the famous celebrities next to Mann's Chinese Theatre, buying souvenir things with HOLLYWOOD on them, and taking tours in buses that provide narratives of the famous people. The Grayline Tours actually stop in front of celebrity houses and wait for a sign of someone to come out or wave. It's pretty crazy, but that's how it goes in a star-crazed place.

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Capitol Records, 1750 N. Vine, at the historic intersection of Hollywood and Vine. Landmark building is one of Hollywood's icons and built like a stack of records.

Universal Studios Hollywood, (818) 508-9600. Located off the Hollywood Fwy. at the Universal Center Drive and Lankershim exits. Includes popular attractions based on movies, back lot tours of actual film studios, and City Walk, a free admission entertainment, shopping and dining attraction. Open daily, except Thanksgiving and Christmas. Operating hours vary.

Walk of Fame - honors more than 2,000 stars of motion pictures, television, recording, radio and theatre. The Walk is located on Hollywood Blvd. between La Brea and Gower and on Vine Street between Yucca and Sunset Blvd. Approximately 20 new stars are added each year.

Where to stay? Renaissance Hotel, which is connected to the Kodak Theater is very nice and has city lights views, or Hollywood hills with the Hollywood sign. Magic Castle Hotel is across the street, and Roosevelt Hotel Hollywood is just down the block. It has ghosts, some say, but you'll more often see famous celebrities making phantom appearances.

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Visual description: At left, against a black background, floats an artist's concept of a nearly half-illuminated Earth, with clouds, blue oceans, and land areas rendered in green, tan, brown, and white. At right are three similarly illuminated planets, slightly smaller than Earth and each representing a possible interpretation of Gliese 12 b. The version on the left has a surface of blotchy reddish and brownish features and no atmosphere. The middle version has the same surface texture partly obscured by a hazy atmosphere. And the rightmost and smallest version of the planet has a thick, Venus-like atmosphere that obscures the surface completely.

Using observations by NASA’s TESS (Transiting Exoplanet Survey Satellite) and many other facilities, two international teams of astronomers have discovered an exciting planet between the sizes of Earth and Venus only 40 light-years away. It is the nearest, transiting, temperate, Earth-size world located to date. Astronomers say it's a unique candidate for further atmospheric study. Earth remains habitable, but Venus does not due to its complete loss of water. If Gliese 12 b retains some atmosphere, it could teach us a lot about the habitability pathways planets take as they develop. TESS stares at a large swath of the sky for about a month at a time, tracking the brightness changes of tens of thousands of stars at intervals ranging from 20 seconds to 30 minutes. Capturing transits — brief, regular dimmings of stars caused by the passage of orbiting worlds — is one of the mission’s primary goals. The host star, called Gliese 12, is a cool red dwarf located almost 40 light-years away in the constellation Pisces. The star is only about 27% of the Sun’s size, with about 60% of the Sun’s surface temperature. The new world, named Gliese 12 b, orbits every 12.8 days and is Earth’s size or slightly smaller — comparable to Venus. Assuming it has no atmosphere, the planet has a surface temperature estimated at around 107 degrees Fahrenheit (42 degrees Celsius). The distance separating Gliese 12 and the new planet is just 7% of the distance between Earth and the Sun. The planet receives 1.6 times more energy from its star as Earth does from the Sun and about 85% of what Venus experiences. One important factor in retaining an atmosphere is the storminess of its star. Red dwarfs tend to be magnetically active, resulting in frequent, powerful X-ray flares. However, analyses by both teams conclude that Gliese 12 shows no signs of extreme behavior. During a transit, the host star’s light passes through any atmosphere, effectively sampling it. Different gas molecules absorb different colors, so the transit provides a set of chemical fingerprints that can be detected by facilities like NASA's James Webb Space Telescope.

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Visual description: Against a starry background, a bright, reddish star shines at lower left. At right, the body of a planet dominates the view, its hazy limb arcing from top center to bottom right. The planet's body is mottled in red and brown hues, the details softened by a slight atmospheric haze.

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Visual description: Against a starry background, a bright, reddish star shines at lower left. At right, the body of a planet dominates the view, its hazy limb arcing from top center to bottom right. A thick, yellow-brown atmosphere obscures any view of its surface.

In this sequence, the camera starts close to a Venus-like artist's concept of Gliese 12 b set against a starry background. As the camera pulls back and spins, the planet shrinks, the stars whirl, and the planet's host star eventually appears. The planet passes across the star's face, creating a transit. Passing through the planet's atmosphere, the host star's light is partly absorbed, encoding into it the chemical fingerprints of the atmosphere's component elements. Gliese 12 b is one of the best candidates for this type of study.Credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech/R. Hurt (Caltech-IPAC)

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Same as above but with a thinner atmosphere around Gliese 12 b.Credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech/R. Hurt (Caltech-IPAC)

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At least 11 people, including two young kids, are dead after a powerful tornado barreled through rural Texas Saturday night and caused a crowded gas station where people were taking shelter to collapse — leaving an additional 80 people injured as officials warn the death toll is likely “going to go up.” 

The tornado in Valley View — about 60 miles north of Dallas — was just one of several devastating twisters reported across the Lone Star State, Oklahoma and Arkansas. 

At least two people were also killed outside Tulsa, Oklahoma, and two others were killed in Boone County, Arkansas — bringing the death toll overnight to at least 11.

At least two people were also killed outside Tulsa, Oklahoma, bringing the death toll overnight to at least nine.

A deadly, overnight tornado ripped through Valley View, TX. Our @FOX4 crew is on scene at an AP Travel Center/Shell Gas Station where dozens took shelter Saturday evening. #txwx @Fox4Weather pic.twitter.com/x32qVlf8wT — Peyton Yager (@peytonyager) May 26, 2024

Cooke County Sheriff Ray Sappington confirmed seven people were killed in the severe overnight storm that struck a trailer park and the AP Travel Center, which includes as Shell gas station and restaurants south of town — injuring between 60 and 80 people taking shelter inside.

At least two children, a 2-year-old and a 5-year-old were among the dead, Sappington said Sunday morning, according to Fox 4 News. 

Dozens of panicked drivers had pulled into the gas station to get off the road during the dangerous weather, only to be caught directly in the path of the tornado.

Numerous people had to be rescued after being trapped inside, but everyone survived.

“I can also tell you that number is going to go up,” Sappington  told WFAA  of the death toll. “I don’t want to speculate and give you a number.”

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Search-and-rescue efforts remain underway at the gas station and in a nearby neighborhood.

“It took some time to get back in there because of all the damage with the power lines, and trees were down. It was kind of a monumental task just to get back to where they were,” Sappington added.

The mobile home park was especially devastated by the twister.

“This took a major hit. There is not much left of it,” he said. 

Elsewhere, in Pryor, Oklahoma, outside Tulsa, least two people were killed and five others were injured,  News on 6 reported .

In Claremore, about 17 miles away, a tornado devetated the town and wrecked a KOA campground, though only minor injuries were reported there, according to the station.

In Texas, Sappington urged locals to stay away from the storm damage, noting numerous reports of downed power lines and gas leaks that could cause serious injury if encountered.

Still, the sheriff was confident in their ability to come back from the serious deadly storm.

“We’ll rebuild,” he said. “It’s Texas. We can rebuild property, and as horrible as this looks, in two or three months, it won’t look like this [then]. It’ll be better. But the loss of life is just tragic. It’s always tragic. That’s what hurts the most.”

Two children were also reported missing in Cooke County following the storm, Sappington said.

Wow. This is terrifying cell phone video of two women caught in a tornado Saturday evening in Valley View, TX – close to Sanger. @FOX4 @Fox4Weather @foxweather #txwx 🎥: Valenia Gill pic.twitter.com/1PabgpBZxz — Peyton Yager (@peytonyager) May 26, 2024

Forecasters had issued tornado and severe thunderstorm warnings for parts of both states Saturday, as heat records were broken over the long holiday weekend.

As the storm moved through the region it overturned motorhomes brought down powerlines and trees and made some roads completely inaccessible.

On Saturday night the National Weather Service’s office in Norman, Oklahoma, warned areas north of Oklahoma City to “take cover now!” In a follow-up post at 10:05 p.m., the agency noted the storms had left the area and were headed across north Texas.

We're flying across part of the damage in Claremore this morning. @NewsOn6 @NEWS9 pic.twitter.com/c0M0gEL4fx — Alan Crone (@alancrone) May 26, 2024

By 10:24 p.m. the weather service office in Fort Worth began to warn of the storm moving through the region, issuing a severe thunderstorm warning with possible “golf-ball-sized hail.”

The Norman office had compared conditions Saturday to “ a gasoline-soaked brush pile” and forecasters warned storms would likely come with large hail, dangerous winds and tornadoes.

The storm system was expected to move east as Memorial Day weekend continues, bringing rain that could delay the Indianapolis 500 auto race Sunday and more severe storms in Illinois, Indiana, Missouri and Kentucky.

The risk of severe weather is expected to move into North Carolina and Virginia on Monday, forecasters said.

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Pep Guardiola names the Manchester United star who ‘made the difference’ in shock FA Cup triumph

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One player was key to Manchester United ’s shock FA Cup final victory over Manchester City , according to Pep Guardiola .

In what was potentially Erik ten Hag’s final game in charge of the side, United stunned their rivals 2-1 at Wembley on Saturday.

In what was perhaps their best performance of an otherwise rotten season, the Red Devils found themselves two goals up at half-time courtesy of teenage stars Alejandro Garnacho and Kobbie Mainoo.

The latter was later awarded the player of the match award for his tireless performance in midfield, while captain Bruno Fernandes and the under-fire Marcus Rashford also recieved acclaim.

Despite letting in a late goal from Jeremy Doku, goalkeeper Andre Onana also put on a great show, making several fantastic saves.

But there was another player that stepped up to the plate when needed, catching the eye of Guardiola.

‘ Lisandro Martinez is top five centre-backs in the world,’ the City boss said post-match.

‘He made the difference on this game by playing passes through our defence.’

Martinez returned from injury in time to start the final and was superb for 73 minutes before being replaced by Jonny Evans after suffering with cramp.

The Argentine was a vital player for Ten Hag at Ajax and then in his first season at Old Trafford, but has missed much of this campaign with injury, making just 14 appearances, 11 of them starts across all competitions.

Many, Ten Hag included, have attributed United’s struggles this season to his absence, with the 26-year-old saying after the match: ‘For me it was a really, really tough season.

‘You know, my injuries, and it’s all new for me, I’ve never been injured [before]. In the foot, in the knee, in the calf as well! It was like, “Is this a dream or what?”.

‘And now I’m really strong, mentally and physically. Today, for sure, because I played only against Newcastle, Brighton and now the final, I felt cramp in my legs so I couldn’t finish the game.

‘That’s why I was unhappy, but I knew I have team-mates behind me and they gave everything.’

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No conversation about golf in Texas is complete without mention of the legendary players the state has produced, from Hogan and Nelson down through the generations to Trevino and Crenshaw, Spieth and Scheffler . The list goes on.

But the fabric of the game here isn’t just made up of people. The Lone Star State is also thick with landmark destinations. While some are private courses, like Colonial Country Club , where the PGA Tour has stopped this week for the Charles Schwab Challenge, many are open to the public. With the competition heating up in Fort Worth this weekend, here’s a look at five of the top golf resorts in Texas.

Omni PGA Frisco Resort

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Some moves are lateral. Not this relocation. In 2022, when the PGA of America transferred its headquarters from Palm Beach Gardens, Fla., to Frisco, Texas, it did so with a major upgrade in mind. Mission accomplished. The organization’s new home sits at the heart of a destination that pulses with golf in all its classic and modern forms. Two 18-hole championship courses — Fields Ranch East and West , by Gil Hanse and Jim Wagner, and Beau Welling, respectively — anchor the offerings. But Omni Frisco also has the Swing, a lighted 10-hole, par-3 course; the Dance Floor, a two-acre putting course; and a wonderland of high-tech golf-focused entertainment, including tricked-out hitting bays, Topgolf simulation experiences and specialty coaching programs run by certified PGA of America instructors.

Horseshoe Bay Resort

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Known as the original “Open Doctor,” Robert Trent Jones Sr. fleshed out his already substantial fame by tweaking other designs. Turnabout is fair play, though, and it happened at this venerable Hill Country resort. The three 18-hole courses here — Apple Rock, Slick Rock and Ram Rock — are all Jones originals that have since been renovated, producing mint conditions on layouts that are both scenic and (in the case of Ram Rock, especially) stout. The Whitewater Putting Course, an 18-hole par-72 adventure that winds past waterfalls and rose gardens, is good fun for all ages, and everything can be bundled into great family-friendly, value packages.

The Woodlands Resort

Location : Houston area / Learn more or book here

Situated just north of Houston, in an unincorporated area of Montgomery County, the Woodlands has a laidback personality of its own, with luxe but relaxed accommodations and two enjoyable courses (the North and West) set in a tree-lined landscape reflective of the resort’s name. Along with individual instruction, the Woodlands Golf Academy offers Titleist Performance Institute screenings, which pinpoint the physical limitations that may be standing in the way of you and lower scores. Of course, it would also help if you just practiced more.

Omni Barton Creek Resort & Spa

Location : Austin / Learn more or book here

The OG of Hill Country resorts, Omni Barton Creek is a place of both consistency and change. Extensive renovations in recent years have brought new, resplendent lodging, a world-class spa and four swimming pools, among other alluring amenities. Unaltered, though, is the rolling landscape, a scenic backdrop for four terrific courses. These include a pair of Tom Fazio designs — the Foothills and the Canyons — that have been named the No. 1 and 2 courses in the state. The third, by homegrown hero Ben Crenshaw, boasts dramatic views and Texas-size greens and sits across the street from the main resort. While the fourth, Barton Creek Lakeside, rollicks over secluded hilltops with commanding views of Lake Travis.

JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort & Spa

Location : San Antonio / Learn more or book here

It’s always nice to say you pegged it where the pros play. TPC San Antonio is private, but JW Marriott resort guests enjoy access to the facility’s two impeccably conditioned courses, one of which (the Oaks) hosts the PGA Tour’s Valero Texas Open. On its lilting route through a landscape lined with knotty trees and native grasses, the Oaks offers a fair and flexible challenge, customizable by way of four sets of tees. Its sister course, the Canyons, features more forgiving targets but moves through more dramatic elevation changes, which intensify the challenge and give way to sweeping Hill Country views.

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Comet Fragment Explodes in Dark Skies Over Spain and Portugal

A brilliant flash of blue, green and white on Saturday night came from a shard of an as yet unidentified comet that was moving around 100,000 miles per hour, experts said.

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Robin George Andrews has previously reported on fireball sightings over Northern Europe and Greenland .

On Saturday, revelers across Spain and Portugal ventured into the temperate springtime evening, hoping for a memorable night. None were expecting a visitor from outer space exploding above their heads.

At 11:46 p.m. in Portugal, a fireball streaked across the sky, leaving a smoldering trail of incandescent graffiti in its wake. Footage shared on social media shows jaws dropping as the dark night briefly turns into day, blazing in shades of snowy white, otherworldly green and arctic blue .

Rocky asteroids cause sky-high streaks as they self-destruct in Earth’s atmosphere with some frequency. But over the weekend, the projectile was plunging toward Earth at a remarkable speed — around 100,000 miles per hour, more than twice that expected by a typical asteroid. Experts say it had a strange trajectory, not matching the sort normally taken by nearby space rocks.

That’s because the interloper wasn’t an asteroid. It was a fragment of a comet — an icy object that may have formed at the dawn of the solar system — that lost its battle with our planet’s atmosphere 37 miles above the Atlantic Ocean. None of the object is likely to have made it to the ground, the European Space Agency said.

“It’s an unexpected interplanetary fireworks show,” said Meg Schwamb , a planetary astronomer at Queen’s University Belfast.

It is not rare for comets to create shooting stars. “We have notable meteor showers throughout the year, which are the result of the Earth crossing debris clouds of specific comets,” Dr. Schwamb said. For example, the Perseids , which occur every August, are the result of our world’s sweeping through litter left behind by Comet Swift-Tuttle.

These meteor showers, and the lone shard over the weekend, light up the sky in a similar manner. Air in front of the objects is compressed and heats up, which cooks, erodes, cracks open and obliterates the debris. That destructive process releases light — and, if the projectile is big enough, a powerful shock wave when it surrenders its immense kinetic energy into the sky.

The weekend’s “chunk is likely a bit bigger than a good fraction of the meteors we see during meteor showers, so this just made a bigger light show,” Dr. Schwamb said.

In addition to its flashy performance, the comet fragment’s breakup served as a dry run for experts hoping to defend the planet from large killer asteroids .

One tenet of planetary defense is to find space rocks before they find us; that way, the planet’s protectors can try to do something about them . But the shard over Portugal and Spain was not spied before its demise.

“It would have been great to detect the object prior to colliding with the Earth,” said Juan Luis Cano , a member of the Planetary Defence Office at the European Space Agency.

The worry is that an object just a little larger than Saturday’s missile could again escape detection and explode with lethal effect over an unaware, unwarned city. The meager, 55-foot meteor that exploded above the Russian city of Chelyabinsk in 2013, for example, wasn’t identified before its arrival, either — and its airborne blast, equivalent to nearly 500,000 tons of TNT, caused widespread damage, which injured at least 1,200 people.

But with improved technology on the ground and in space, the hope is that even tiny, harmless objects from around the solar system (like the weekend’s icy visitor, which experts estimate was a few feet across) can be spotted, providing practice for planetary defense researchers searching the heavens for the common but elusive football-field-size rocks that could destroy a city.

Fortunately, a series of next-generation observatories are set to come online in the next few years — including one named after an American astronomer, the Vera C. Rubin Observatory in Chile , which will spot millions of faint and previously undiscovered asteroids .

For now, the spectacle in Spain and Portugal reminds us that Earth is a participant in the solar system’s never-ending game of planetary billiards, and that working to find as many killer space rocks as possible is a task of the utmost importance.

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