SEA

PHOTOGRAPHY MARCO VAN RIJT

WORDS SUNE PALNER

TIME IS THE MOST PRECIOUS RESOURCE WE HAVE, MAKING IT ESSENTIAL TO USE IT WISELY. HOW WE CHOOSE TO SPEND OUR TIME – WHETHER IT’S TRAVELING TO A REMOTE LOCATION OR A SHORT CITY SOJOURN – CAN PERMEATE INTO EVERY ASPECT OF OUR EVERYDAY LIVES. IT’S IMPERATIVE THAT WE NOT ONLY TAKE TIME OFF FROM OUR SCHEDULES, BUT ALSO TAKE THE TIME TO CURATE THE SURROUNDINGS AND DESTINATIONS WHERE ONE TAKES PAUSE. CENTRE YOUR TRAVELS AROUND SPACES THAT SPEAK TO SERENITY AND ESCAPISM. FROM A HISTORIC HOTEL, TO A COUNTRYSIDE HIDEAWAY, TO A SANCTUARY ON THE AEGEAN SEA, THESE LOCATIONS OFFER A TRANSFORMATIVE SENSE OF TRANQUILITY.

The three-hour drive from Athens to Amanzoe unfolds as a journey through the heart of Greece’s raw beauty. Perched on a cliff, the hotel respects its surroundings, incorporating local materials and architectural traditions with a sleek, contemporary edge. The sweeping views of the Aegean Sea immediately melt away the tension, setting the stage for deep relaxation. For those seeking cultural experiences, Amanzoe is ideally located for exploring the surrounding area, including ancient ruins, vineyards, and traditional Greek villages.

“Perched on a cliff, the main house houses a serene spa and a restaurant that offers sweeping vistas of the sparkling ocean below. From there, we were guided to our private villa – a tranquil retreat where we could unwind by the fireplace or enjoy a morning dip in our private pool, surrounded by absolute seclusion. Every villa is thoughtfully placed to ensure complete privacy, creating an intimate environment for relaxation. But perhaps the most magical part of Amanzoe is its private beach club, nestled between cliffs and rocks, where turquoise waters meet golden sand”.

Unwind with: Private beach club, Aman spa, scuba diving, farmhouse visit.

Amanzoe Hotel, Porto Heli, Greece