ONE&ONLY MANDARINA

Mexico

One&Only Mandarina claims to have crafted an environment for reconnection, and indeed, the 105room resort has provided plenty of opportunities for doing so, whether it’s with yourself or nature. One experience is a guided walk through the coastal rainforests that hug the resort to discover local flora and fauna, ending at a 500-year-old tree that has been affectionately nicknamed La Abuela, or The Grandmother. Here, take part in a traditional cacao ceremony, long practised by the locals for meditation. To really be at one with nature, opt for a stay in one of the luxury treehouses. The authentic experience continues at Carao, the restaurant by celebrity chef Enrique Olvera, where Mexican cuisine is given a stage to shine.

Above: soak in clifftop views from the infinity pool and cabanas.

Right: the resort’s One&Only Spa is set amidst the pristine, tropical rainforest.