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From Balinese beaches to cocktails in Kyoto—here are some sumptuous travel spots on your doorstep

Sumptuous getaways on our doorstep, plus a right royal ski resort. 314 Just a year after being torn apart by a hurricane, one of Mexico’s top resorts is back—and better than ever. 318 When Melanie Dunea discovered the Emilia-romagna region, she was already in love, but not with Italy. Oh how the tables have turned

Sichuan Nestled at the foot of dramatic Qing Cheng Mountain, Six Senses’ entrée into China comprises 113 suites and villas in a layout modelled on a traditional Chinese village. Arched moon bridges span gently flowing waterways, and round Chinese doorways connect the various buildings. The luxuriously appointed two-bedroom pool villas provide ample space to entertain or relax and enjoy a private dip. When it comes to fine food, the resort has a variety of tantalising options. Secret Dining transports guests back in time, tapping into the culinary traditions of local villages to create its outstanding dishes. Or head over to Farm 2 Fork, which uses produce straight from its own on-site organic garden, where chickens and ducks roam around the green beans, baby carrots, plump aubergines and herbs. Over a bridge, the luxurious spa offers treatments inspired by local tradition as well as signature Six Senses therapies. There’s also plenty to see outside eco-friendly Six Senses Qing Cheng, including the 2,000-year-old Dujiangyan irrigation system, the birthplace of Daoism, and Panda Valley, which will challenge the notion that the cuddly bears do nothing but eat and sleep. sixsenses.com