Elite Traveler July-August 2017

INSPIRE TOP 100 SUITES

The Boathouse THE POINT RESORT, THE ADIRONDACKS, USA One of the more romantic suites on our list, The Boathouse delivers a luxurious rustic experience, embracing the spirit of the Great Camps of the early 20th century. Friendly and attentive staffmake any request come true and no expense has been spared in its recent renovation, which winterized the Boathouse so it’s now available for year-round booking. On one side, there’s a huge stone fireplace, on the other, expansive views of Upper Saranac Lake, and in the middle there’s a dreamy four-post bed. Outside on the private wraparound deck, two beds are suspended from the ceiling, perfect for whiling away a lazy afternoon after a morning of exploring, which in the winter can be ice fishing, skiing and in the summer tooling around the lake in a boat or hiking with its expert guides. From$3,500 per night, contact Cameron Karger, general manager, ckarger@thepointresort.com, +1 518 891 5674, thepointsaranac.com

Summit View Penthouse MONTAGE DEER VALLEY, USA Set on Empire Pass in Deer Valley, the elegant Montage resort offers some of the best skiing in North America. With 300 inches of snowfall each season, the resort caters to all abilities and limits the number of lift tickets each day to ensure the slopes aren’t overcrowded and skiers can enjoy the flawlessly groomed runs. Located on the top floor of the resort, the Summit View Penthouse offers breathtaking panoramic views of the mountain trails and verdant valleys from every window. The Penthouse spans 5,300 sq ft and is made up of four bedrooms, three large private balconies and a gourmet kitchen. We love the sitting area with its cozy fireplace. From$5,000 per night, contact Dylan English, director of travel industry sales, denglish@montagehotels.com, +1 435 604 1300, montagehotels.com

Rahimoana EAGLE'S NEST, THE BAY OF ISLANDS, NEW ZEALAND Translated fromMaori, Rahimoana means ‘sun god over the ocean’ — a fitting name for this unique villa. Rahimoana is nestled into the hilltop in a harmonious marriage of architecture and environment, where you can enjoy 300-degree views of ocean, islands, sunsets and landscapes that will leave you feeling calm and relaxed — especially after a day of tandem sky diving from 16,000ft, free-falling for at least a minute and reaching speeds of up to 120mph. Beneath you'll discover your private 82ft infinity pool, while the gentle sound of the waves rolling on your private beach is the ultimate lullaby. From $13,000 per night, contact Amy Munn, assistant manager, admin@eaglesnest.co.nz, +64 9403 8333, eaglesnest.co.nz

Photo Barbara Kraft