Globetrotting Golfers Getaway
DO: Golf, golf and more golf. You’ll climb aboard a private Boeing 757 and head to 14 of the world’s most renowned courses like the Greg Norman-designed Nirwana Bali Golf Club on the country’s southwest coast and the Majlis Course at Emirates Golf Club in Dubai.
Globetrotting Golfers Getaway
DINE: On the secluded island of Mauritius, Le Café des Arts merges gastronomy and art for an exceptional—and unusual—dining experience. The meal, which might consist of Duck Leg Confit from Madagascar, takes place at an eclectic sugar mill-cum-art gallery.
Vegas Vacation
STAY: Unlike its more “youthful” contemporaries, The Penthouse Suite at The Venetian feels decidedly mature. With sweeping views of the strip and four flat screen TVs, he might be perfectly content spending the entire weekend inside the room.
Vegas Vacation
DO: Even if he’s not of the “bottle service” demographic, there’s plenty for dad to do in Vegas that doesn’t involved nightclubs. Take him to see “FRANK—The Man. The Music,” a live performance at The Palazzo Theatre about the life of Frank Sinatra. The show stars Bob Anderson, a well-known Sinatra impersonator and a close friend of the famed entertainer.
Vegas Vacation
DINE: No mancation is complete without a decadent steakhouse experience. Head to Wolfgang Puck’s CUT for the mouth-watering maple-glazed pork belly and a 20 oz. bone-in ribeye.
Off the Grid
STAY: Fiji’s Jean-Michel Cousteau Resort on Savusavu Bay is the apex of eco-luxury. Check in to a deluxe oceanfront two-bedroom Fijian bungalow and you’ll notice there are no televisions or phones—which leaves plenty of quality bonding time for you and dad.
DO: Help him cross another item off his bucket list by becoming certified divers in just three days. The resort’s diving program, run by Jacques Cousteau’s son, caters to both beginners and advanced divers, and offers unparalleled access to Fiji’s renowned marine ecosystem.
DINE: Embrace the island vibe at the resort’s waterfront restaurant. You’ll enjoy a live performance from local musicians while indulging in the weekly Fijian Lovo Feast, where food is prepared in a traditional “earth oven” over hot stones.
(RED) Rocky Mountain High
STAY: The Stargazer Casitas at Gateway Canyons Resort and Spa are a sanctuary for nature lovers. One-bedroom suites—set amongst the red rock canyons—have private “gazing” decks with a fire pit.
(RED) Rocky Mountain High
DO: The best way to take in Western Colorado’s canyonlands is from above. Book a bespoke tour aboard the five-passenger Eurocopter AS350, a chopper that holds the world record for the highest-altitude landing and takeoff (it descended upon the tip of Mount Everest at 29,035 feet in 2005.)
(RED) Rocky Mountain High
DINE: Take the scenic 52-mile ride to Grand Junction and pop into Bin 707 Foodbar, a local favorite serving up New American cuisine in a laid back setting. Be sure to order the fried artichoke hearts and Pan Seared Skuna Bay Salmon.
Authenticity in Asia
STAY: If your dad appreciates rich cultural experiences, take him on a private jet journey throughout Asia. Luxury tour operator Remote Lands teamed up with Aman Resorts for an immersive itinerary to Cambodia, Laos, The Philippines, Japan and Vietnam, where you’ll check in to Aman’s impressive portfolio of properties—like the stunning beachfront Amanoi in Vinh Hy Bay, Vietnam.
Authenticity in Asia
DO: Get to know Laos’ ancient imperial capital Luang Prabang like a local, then float down the Mekong on a luxury cruise. You’ll see traditional villages and visit the picturesque Kuang Si waterfall—and eventually end the day dining with a Buddhist monk.
DINE: Embrace sky-high views of bustling Tokyo from the 33rd floor of The Restaurant by Aman. There, you’ll dine on Mediterranean cuisine with Asian influences and have more wine options than you’ll know what to do with—The Restaurant houses a cellar with over 1,200 bottles.
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