an cal globaltt velerusa.com June 2022 Ow. 3)| I 0 bali | ele ~ ® ae VG LEISURE LIFESTYLE AWARDS p. 8 f ee , ; TRAVEL-THEMED TV SHOWS AND MOVIES. p. 26, , BV ie UNIQUE MUSEUMS p: 34 13 INTERNATIONAL ROAD TRIPS p. 40 THE WORLD'S BLUE ZONES p. 46 ci ; HONEYMOON HOT’SPOTS »p. 52 AAS je a Ss ee SMALL-TOWN AMERICA, p. 58. = Bos FANS We ne 2 i TRAVEL TIPPING GUIDE p. 64° 2.4. | abt ‘ LEISURE LIFESTYLE ' Global Traveler's guide to the luxurious world of leisure travel LETTER New Perspective: Acife with friend Hayes Leaver on top of Hohensalzburg Fortress in Salzburg, Austria PHOTO: © ACIFE ORIGRDAN Grab Every Opportunity hings are finally starting to go back to normal — even if our new definition of “normal” is quite different than before the pandemic. After more than two years of lockdowns; vaccines; and separation from family, friends and bucket-list destinations; it’s safe to say we all have a new outlook on life. Only after we had the luxury of travel taken from us did we realize how precious it is; and with countries now opening up, airlines reinstating and adding new flight routes, and cruise lines embarking on exciting courses, we cannot let the chances that entice us slip from our hands. Now is the time to take every opportunity to see the world, whether it’s finally visiting that destination you have dreamt of or going to that restaurant about which you heard rave reviews. Take life and travel and Tun with it, for the world. holds so much beauty, and many adventures await you. As you read the Leisure Lifestyle Edition, place yourself in these locations and imagine yourself on these tours. Don’t push your dreams of travel into the future; instead, let the inspiration found in this issue guide you. Whether it’s visiting unique museums, exploring small-town America, heading out on international road trips or discovering the world’s Blue Zones, do not let these adventures pass you by. 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CORAL BEACH CANCUN All Inclusive Spa Resort CONTENTS CAMP & RESORT PHOTO: @ ANANTARA GOLDEN TRIANGLE ELEPHANT CAMP & RESORT features 8 Leisure at Its Best Global Traveler announces the winners of the 2022 Leisure Lifestyle Awards 26 On Location Travel-themed movies and TV series take us On journeys realor magined 34. Quirky Collections Look for unique museums filled with fascinating artifacts wherever you travel. 6 globeltravelerusa.corm LEISURE LIFESTYLE 2022 Leisure Lifestyle 2022 The Great International Road Trip You don't need a translator to answer the call of the open road abroad AG Living Long, Living Well Discover the longevity secrets of the world's Blue Zones. a2 Isn't It Romantic? Dive into a dreamy honeymoon destination worthy of celebrating your love. a8 Small Towns, Big Magic America's endearing towns and villages serve up leisure at a more measured pace. 64 The Etiquette of Tipping Gratuity customs vary around the world, so plan ahead to avoid embarrassing mistakes PHOTC. @ SILVERSEACRUSES. WELCOME BACK TO THE AIR CANADA SIGNATURE SUITE Rediscover an exclusive luxury travel experience that begins before you depart from Toronto Pearson International Airport or Vancouver International Airport. We're welcoming eligible* customers back to enjoy an elevated experience at the Air Canada Signature Suite in Toronto and Vancouver. Relax in finely crafted comfort and indulge in the finest Canada has to offer, such as a la carte sit-down meals created by renowned Canadian chef David Hawksworth. Discover more at aircanada.com/signaturesuite. *Exclusive to eligible customers. Complete eligibility requirements can be found at aircanada.com/signaturesuite AIR CANADA A STAR ALLIANCE MEMBER wT S l G NAT U R E Leisure at Its Best Global Traveler announces the winners of the 2022 Leisure Lifestyle Awards. sy ximeerLy xROLINLANDER ne decade of winners! ‘That's right, we're celebrating our 10th Leisure Lifestyle Awards, our annual survey honoring the best in the world of leisure and lifestyle travel, recognizing goods, scr- vices, destinations, hotels, airlines and cruises. Read on to find out the champions in this year’s milestone ranking — and congratulations to them! Let’s begin with our destination winners, some of the best cities, islands and towns around the world offering the ultimate in leisure travel. Kick back in 8 globeltravelerusa.com LEISURE LIFESTYLE 2022 Best Adventure Destination, Domestic: Alaska PHOTO: @ GALYNA ANDRUSHKO | DREAMSTIME.COM any of these exceptional, award-winning spots, starting with Greece, Best Historical Attractions, International; and Savan- nah, Georgia, Best Historical Attractions, Domestic. History buffs, those are the destinations for you, and adventure seekers, here’s your round-up: India is Best Adventure Destination, International, for the second consecutive year; while Alaska proves the Best Adventure Destination, Domestic, two years running. Lanai, Hawai'i, upset a four-time winner to take the top spot for Best Beaches. The Dominican Republic now stands as a two-time Best Caribbean Island winner, while Santorini retains its Best Island in Europe title for the ninth consecutive year. Cook Islands continucs its winning streak, winning Best Island in the Pacific Rim for the seventh year in a row. Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, takes its second win as Best Best Leisure Destination in Africa: Island in the United States. Sports enthusiasts, listen up: Telluride, Colorado, Best North Amcrican Ski Destination for the fourth year ina row, is calling your name, while Whistler, British Columbia, takes ack its title as Best International Ski Destination. Golfers, Streamsong Resort in Bowling Green, Florida, is Best Golf Destination. your Consider these other winning destinations as you plan leisure travel: Charleston, South Carolina, Best Leisure Destination in the United States for the third consecutive year; Best Best Morocco, Best Leisure Destination in Africa; istanbul, -eisure Destination in Europe; Panama City, Panama, Leisure Destination in Latin/South Amcrica; Cabo San Lucas, Best Leisure Destination in Mexico; and Italy, Best Leisure Destination for Groups, for the second year in PHOTO: @ XANTANA|DREAMSTIME.COM. Best Airport for Recreation: Denver International Airport PEOTO:@ IGF SOHM |BREAMSTIME COM Morocco. Best Small-Ship Crui: PauLGauguin PHOTO: @ PAUL: Best Eco-Friendly Hotel Chain: Acc Hotel arow, Taipei takes its fifth title as Best Leisure Destination in Asia, also earning it Quint Status, which recognizes those who win the same award for five consecutive years. Savannah, Georgia, and Dublin, Ireland, round out our destination winners as Best Weckend Destination in North America (three years running) and Best Weekend Destina- tion in the World, respectively. Let’s set sail with this year’s winning cruise lines, starting with Holland America Line, Best Family Cruise Line for the second consecutive year. Silversea Cruises takes a Best Luxury Cruise Line win, while Emerald Cruise Line is the winner of Best Value Cruise Line two years running. Occania Cruises also takes its second win as Best Cruise Line Suites for its Owner’s Suites. Several cruise lines earn seventh consecutive wins this THE PROCESS Global Traveler conducted a surve 4, 2021-April 30, 2022, with open-en Dec questions for the best in many categories o leisure, luxury and lifestyle travel. This survey ran in the magazine, as an insert to subscriber copies, as a direct mail questionnaire, online at global emailed during the survey period. Only those elerusa.com/leisureballot and questionnaires with more than 50 percent of the questions pleted were counted. Thase with nF fewer than 50 percent of the questions answered ‘arded. Employees of the magazine and individuals associate were h the travel industry could not participate in tne survey. RISURE LIFESTYLE 2022. globaltravelerusa.com 9 WINNE Best Beaches 1. Lanai, Hawai'i 2. Cayman Islands 3. Turks and Caicos 4. The Big Island, Hawai'i 5. Casta Rica 6. Lopes Mendes, Brazil 7.Mykonos, Greece 8. Phuket, Thailand 9. Krabi, Thailand 10. Honolulu, Hawai'i Best Historical Attractions, Domestic 1. Savannah, Georgia 2. Williamsourg, Virginia 3. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 4, Gettysburg, Pennsylvania 5. Washington, D.C. 6. Charleston, South Carolina 7. New Orleans, Louisiana 8. Boston, Massachusetts 9. Charlottesville, Virginia 10. Big Sur, California Best Historical Attractions, International 1. Greece 2. Italy 3. Turkey 4. Egypt 5. Spain 6. United Kingdom 7. Israel 8. India 9, Jordan 10. Peru Best Adventure Destination, Domestic 1. Alaska 2. Hilton Head, South Carolina 3. Alouquerque, New Mexico 4. Asheville, North Carolina 5. Nashville, Tennessee 6. Grand Canyon 7. Salt Lake City, Utah 8. Portland, Oregon 9. California 10. Montana year: Paul Gauguin Cruises, Best Small-Ship Cruise Line; Cunard, Best Large-Ship Cruise Line; and Princess Cruises, Best Cruise Ship Excursions. Princess Cruises is a three-peat on this year’s survey, also honored as Best Cruise Line Enter- tainment, four years in a row, and Best Cruise Line to Alaska. Ponant makes its second appearance as Best Adventure Cruise Linc, and also wins Best Expedition Cruises. Uni- world Boutique River Cruises earns Quint Status for its fifth win as Best River Cruise Line. Seabourn has us seeing double with two wins: Best Cruise Line Dining and Best Cruise Line Spas for the fourth year in a row. Captain's Club from Celebrity Cruises takes its second Best Cruise Line Rewards Program title. Going around the world? Regent Seven Seas Cruises is the Best World Cruise winner, In the Caribbean, it’s all about Windstar Cruises, Best Cruise Line Caribbean Sailings. Take off from the Port of San Diego, Best Cruise Port. Upsetting a seven-time winner, Sonesta Hotels & Resorts shook up the Best Luxury Leisure Hotel Group in the World category this year. The brand also appears topping the Best Pet-Friendly Hotels ranking. Another winner that unseated a former long-time favorite, InterContinental Hotels & Resorts is Best Hotel Chain Resorts. Making its first appearance ever on one of our surveys, Ace Hotel won Best Eco-Friendly Hotel Chain. Rounding out our hotel and resort winners, we have Marriott Hotels & Resorts, Best Family Resort Chain in the World; Club Med, Best Hotel Chain in the Caribbean; Banyan Tree, Best Hotel Chain in Thailand; and Hyatt Zilara, Best All-Inclusive Resort. So much goes into executing the perfect leisure travel trip. Here’s a look at the rest of this year’s survey honorees, 10 qlobaltravelerusé.com LEISURE LIFESTYLE 2022 <a c waee lawaiian Airlines, PHOTO: © HAWAIIAN AIRLINES starting with airports and airlines. We applaud the follow- ing winners: Istanbul Grand Airport as Best Airport for Layovers, and Denver International Airport, Best Airport for Recreation. TAP Air Portugal takes its fourth win for Best Stopover Program, while Air Canada flics away with three awards: Best Airline for Onboard Entertainment and Best Premium Economy Class, both for the fourth consecutive year, and Best Airline Onboard Menu in its business class cabin, for the third year in a row. United Airlines earns its title as Best Eco-Friendly Airline. Last, but certainly not least, Hawaiian Airlines is Best Leisure Airline. The band of winners continues with Abercrombie & Kent, Best Tour Operator; Mascrati, Best Luxury Vehicle; Ulysee Nardin, Favorite Luxury Watch Brand; Hertz, receiv- ing Quint Status as five-time Best Leisure Car Rental; Na Hoku, Best Destination Jewelry Brand for the third year ina row; and Bacardi, Best Liquor Brand. Congratulations to the 2022 Leisure Lifestyle Awards winners!