Diamond Member Pelican Press 0 Posted February 20, 2025 Diamond Member Share Posted February 20, 2025 This is the hidden content, please Sign In or Sign Up 5 Aman Experiences and Journeys Worth Traveling for This Winter – and Beyond Aman New York © Aman Resorts From a winter ski adventure in the Catskills and wellness journeys in Sri Lanka and the Caribbean to a grand 21-day world tour by private jet, a handful of new and noteworthy Aman experiences for 2025. Considered among the best ultra-luxury hotel brands in the world by elite advisers and discerning travelers alike, Aman properties (the name means “peace” in Sanskrit), are highly sought after for their distinctive blend of hyper-luxe seclusion, standalone accommodations, unparalleled service and exclusive experiences that engage with local culture. From the group’s first property, Amanpuri, which opened in Phuket in 1988, to its instantly recognizable A-list desert haunt, Amangiri, and newer satellite Camp Sarika in Canyon Point, Utah, every This is the hidden content, please Sign In or Sign Up tells a story. Currently operating 35 hotels, resorts and residences in 20 destinations around the world – 15 of which are located near or within UNESCO World Heritage sites, with several This is the hidden content, please Sign In or Sign Up coming soon, including Amanvari on Baja’s East Cape and Aman Dubai on the Jumeirah Peninsula – plus, a major refurbishment of Amangani (Aman’s first American outpost) that will see the year-round mountain resort in Jackson Hole reopen next summer, here, five noteworthy experiences and journeys for 2025 that best epitomize the group’s immersive experiential sensibilities. This is the hidden content, please Sign In or Sign Up : Winter Adventure in the Catskills From Aman New York to the Catskills Guests and staycationing city dwellers at Aman New York can combine a winter ski experience with their urban vacation thanks to the hotel’s Adventures on the Slopes winter ski excursion (priced from $20,000 for two and $35,000 for four people) that whisks guests from the city to the slopes in the Hudson Valley. In partnership with the This is the hidden content, please Sign In or Sign Up , a premier Catskills destination boasting 1,200 alpine acres with an elevation of 3,100 feet, the tony winter getaway includes access to all areas and amenities, including a mid-mountain lunch at members-only restaurant Cin Cin! plus a dedicated Aman New York butler to ensure white-glove service on and off the slopes. Ski and après fashion essentials are taken care of, too. Think Italian-crafted cashmere pieces from the Aman Essentials collection, plus stylish helmets by French brand, Fusalp. For a full ensemble, guests can enjoy a personalized, in-suite fitting experience with Fusalp—including pants, jacket, base layers and gloves. This is the hidden content, please Sign In or Sign Up : Movement and Stillness Retreat in Turks & Caicos Amanyara, a secluded coastal escape in Turks & Caicos Nestled within an 18,000-acre nature reserve on Providenciales, the main island of Turks and Caicos, Amanyara is a chic beachside Caribbean retreat that personifies barefoot luxury. This year, the resort is introducing a calendar of wellness, culinary, and fitness experiences featuring guest chefs, spirits experts, and professional athlete-led clinics. An early highlight for 2025 was the four-day Elemental Wellness Journey, led by resident Wellness Specialist Aga Niestoj, designed around the four elements. Between March and May, Integrative Wellness Consultant Jane Wong will bring over 20 years of experience in health and wellness to her residency, offering specialized knowledge in fascial, connective tissue, and energy rebalancing. This summer, yoga expert David Bowen will bring more than 50 years of experience to his Movement and Stillness retreat in June, while co-founders of holistic lifestyle company This is the hidden content, please Sign In or Sign Up Lindsay and Laura Mensen will lead a wellness journey in July. This is the hidden content, please Sign In or Sign Up : Ceylon Crystal Therapy in Sri Lanka The Yoga Pavilion at Amangalla, Sri Lanka With its high-ceilinged suites and antique furnishings, Amangalla feels like taking a step back in time. Located within the historic Galle Fort, the building dates back to the 17th century and originally served as a Dutch military barracks before becoming the New Oriental Hotel in 1863, one of the oldest hotels in Asia. A standout experience here is the Ayurvedic spa, housed in an old hotel wing, where three- or seven-day immersion programs follow traditional healing practices and incorporate restorative spa treatments and yoga sessions. One deeply rejuvenating ritual rooted in the island’s traditions combines Sri Lankan crystals with aromatic herbs and spices, working along key meridian points to balance energy flows and relieve tension – the warmth of the crystals penetrates deeply into the muscles, creating a sense of relaxation and renewal. Spiritual grounding through monk-led meditation and monk blessings are also offered. This is the hidden content, please Sign In or Sign Up and This is the hidden content, please Sign In or Sign Up : Camp & Oasis Journey in India A luxury tent at Aman-i-Khás in Rajasthan, India Aman’s two distinct sanctuaries in India set the scene for its Camp & Oasis Journey, which aims to uncover the rural riches and rugged natural beauty of Rajasthan. The adventure begins at Aman-i-Khas (the smallest Aman property with just 10 rooms or, in this instance, luxury tents) for morning and early evening private jeep safaris inside Ranthambore National Park to spot majestic Bengal tigers. However, it’s worth noting that the park is also home to crocodiles, leopards, jackals, sambar deer, and 300 bird species. Next, an inter-resort transfer to the palatial garden oasis of This is the hidden content, please Sign In or Sign Up located astone’s throw from Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan. Experiences here include an immersive Cow Dust Tour (guests set out by chauffeured Jeep to explore traditional rural life in the surrounding villages or historic landmarks such as the 17th-century Ajabgarh Fort), a 60-minute spa treatment and lunch atop an ancient stone chhatri, a popular architectural structure whose elevated dome-shaped pavilion means ‘umbrella’ in Hindi. This is the hidden content, please Sign In or Sign Up : Japan to Greece by Private Jet The Aman ‘PJ’ is a luxurious custom-outfitted Airbus ACJ 319 Why settle for just one Aman sanctuary when you can visit six by private jet? The Grandest Tour returns in 2025 and spans visits to seven different countries over three weeks, with an expedition date set for April 19 through May 9. The journey starts in ultra-modern This is the hidden content, please Sign In or Sign Up in Japan with stops across the Asian continent at This is the hidden content, please Sign In or Sign Up (Vietnam), This is the hidden content, please Sign In or Sign Up (Thailand) and Amangalla (Sri Lanka), plus Aman-i-Khas and Amanbagh in India, before landing in Greece for a three-night stay at This is the hidden content, please Sign In or Sign Up on the eastern Peloponnesian peninsula. Priced at $188,888 per person, up to 18 guests will travel aboard a luxurious and custom-fitted Airbus ACJ 319, whose standard 130 seats have been replaced with just 19, along with two lounges and three restrooms, and enjoy a special touch down at the iconic Taj Mahal, and — in a change from 2024’s program — two nights in the ancient silk road city of Samarkand in Uzbekistan. Visit aman.com for more details. 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