I had to send this.

Hi!

I don’t normally pop in twice in a week, but this email is time-sensitive and worth your attention.

A few of our favorite hotel partners just released unadvertised promo rates, which will stretch your 2026 travel investments without compromising your experiences. I couldn't not share.

Let’s start with Rosewood.

Rosewood, as a brand, has been in comeback mode. Investing heavily in design, local connection, service, and it shows. I love that all of their properties are owned by the brand owners (you may be surprised to know that most big-name brands are not), and those owners are heavily invested in each property. Fun fact, the last 3 Rosewoods I have visited, the owners were there at the same time. I'm not fan-girling…not sure what is happening —maybe some serendipity —but I love that they are all over the process, making sure the quality is right.

Their hotels dominated the world’s best lists this year (check last week’s email). I’ve had my eye on several of them for clients already, so this news landed at the perfect time.

As a Rosewood Elite partner, I’ve been given access to unpublished rates up to 30% off of their entire global portfolio, plus even more enhanced VIP perks than I typically stack on top.

Note: Bookings must be made by Nov 18, for travel through June 30, 2026. Here are a few of my top properties in the collection (if there is another you'd prefer to visit, we can get you the same 30% and additional goodies):

North America

Rosewood Washington, D.C. — Georgetown scale, canal walks, great dining.
Rosewood Mayakoba, Riviera Maya — Nonstops to CUN from most major U.S. and European hubs. Lagoon suites, boats to dinner, and one of the best kids' clubs anywhere. Excellent for families and multi-gen trips.
Little Dix Bay, BVI — Classic, low-key Caribbean done superbly. Major U.S. hubs are routable via SJU or STT to EIS.
Kona Village, Hawaiʻi — Big Island icon, beautifully reborn. Nonstops to KOA from LAX, SFO, SEA, PHX, and DEN.
Rosewood Mandarina, Nayarit, MX — Clifftop villas, jungle, and the only true beach-front rooms and suites I've seen in the State. Nonstops to PVR from major US and Mexican hubs (but rarely from NYC:().

European Cities

Rosewood Amsterdam — She had a rocky start but has found her stride, and she’s canal-side stunning.
Rosewood Vienna — At the top of my list.
The Chancery, London — New Mayfair address near galleries and parks. Long-anticipated, elegant, and central.

Other / Long-Haul

Rosewood Hong Kong — The “Best Hotel in the World.” Got to try it, right? Plus, Hong Kong is amazing and underrated… reminds me, we need to talk about this destination.
Rosewood Bangkok — Strong dining and skyline views.
Rosewood Kauri Cliffs, New Zealand — Coastal estate on North Island’s Bay of Islands. Clifftop golf, pink-sand beaches, and sea views.
Rosewood Luang Prabang, Laos — Jungle hideaway just outside the UNESCO town. Hilltop tents, heritage, and French-Indochine charm.
Rosewood, Sao Paulo –– Rooftop pool, lush vertical gardens, and a strong local pulse in a landmark city-center architectural showstopper.

Then there’s Auberge 🖤

Their collection feels like travel comfort food: refined, personal, and always connected to place. Warm and welcoming, design and service consistently on point.

They’ve released offers on most of their collection up to 40% off, bookable until Dec 9, for travel through all of 2026 (that’s not a typo).

Most standouts are close to home for U.S. readers, with a few excellent options abroad.

Easy Access from the East Coast

Wildflower Farms, New York — 90 minutes from NYC. Cozy fires, fresh air, trails, and great food.
Mayflower Inn & Spa, Connecticut — New England countryside, serious spa.
The Dunlin, Kiawah River, South Carolina — Lowcountry riverside, near Charleston.
White Barn Inn, Kennebunk, Maine — Coastal Maine with a strong dining program.

Easy Access from the West

Solage, Calistoga CA — Napa hot springs and wine-country days.
Hotel Jerome, Aspen, Colorado — Aspen institution with mountain character.
Bishop’s Lodge, Santa Fe, New Mexico — High-desert base near Santa Fe.
Chileno Bay + Esperanza, Los Cabos — Sea of Cortez favorites.
Susurros del Corazon, Punta Mita, Mexico — Easy beach days near Punta Mita.

Hacienda AltaGracia, Costa Rica — Mountain wellness and horses. A fan favorite.

Europe

Domaine des Etangs, Massignac, France –– Storybook château in French countryside.

Collegio alla Querce, Florence, Italy –– Hilltop former seminary with cypress views, frescoes, and a quiet side of Florence.

While you don’t come to me for deals, I love, LOVE when I can add incredible value on top of great experiences. I’ve got plenty more ‘deals ’ in my inbox, but I don't want to bombard you, so I’ll leave it at this curated list.

Reply and let me know which of these destinations is calling you so we can get it locked in over the next few weeks.

Thanks for letting me interrupt your Wednesday.

Now, back to our regular schedule… see you next Tuesday!

Schelpkade
Den Haag, South Holland 2514KB, The Netherlands