In a world that doesn’t always run smoothly, it’s sometimes good to find a place of tranquility and peace. From the hills of South Korea to the hidden treasures of Menorca, from the rainforests of Costa Rica and Mexico to the cliffs at the edge of the world in Canada, from the mountains in the heart of Bhutan’s Himalayas to a Japanese coral islet, Plume Travels seven destinations where Plume Travels escape the hustle and bustle of the world and recharge your batteries.
You One Jae, a Korean-style spa hotel where everything is simply beautiful
In South Korea, You One Jae does not see itself as a traditional hotel but as a contemporary spa retreat, inspired by hanok—traditional Korean houses reinterpreted in a minimalist style. Built in the Chungju region, in the heart of a preserved natural environment, the property is organized around low-rise pavilions opening onto private gardens, where each space is designed to offer seclusion from the outside world. For here, everything revolves around a simple idea: savoring the moment.
The rooms, all featuring private gardens and open-air baths fed by natural hot springs, extend the experience into the outdoors.
Light wood, clean lines, and windows framed by nature: the decor embraces a deliberately understated aesthetic to foster a sense of stillness. The absence of superfluous elements, such as screens, reinforces this feeling of immersion.
People don’t come here to cram in activities, but to follow a rhythm centered on care and rest. The stay, often offered as an all-inclusive package, includes meals, access to the baths, and wellness programs: therapies inspired by local traditions, relaxation time, and walks in the surrounding area.
The thermal water becomes the heart of a daily ritual that structures the day as much as it soothes the body. The common areas—the restaurant, lounge, and therapy zones—are deliberately understated, almost unobtrusive, giving way to the individual pavilions. Luxury lies in this attention to detail, and You One Jae thus stands out as a radical form of refuge, where guests come not only to retreat but, above all, to leave behind the worries of everyday life.
Rates start at €350 per night
Plume’s Pick: A Korean-Style Spa Hotel With its hanok-inspired pavilions, private hot spring baths, and minimalist design, You One Jae reimagines the Korean art of relaxation. A rare destination where architecture, nature, and wellness come together to create an experience that is as soothing as it is elegant.
You One Jae
, Chungju, South Korea
by Stéphane Durand
Binidufà Ruins in Menorca: Rural Splendor
In northern Menorca, far from the hustle and bustle, Vestige Binidufà nestles in an unspoiled valley at the heart of an 800-hectare private estate. The Balearic landscape, stretching between red hills and flower-filled meadows, sets its own tranquil pace, lulled by the winds of this Mediterranean island. Opened in April 2026, the property is housed in a former farmstead converted into a boutique hotel with 11 rooms and suites, whose name—of Arabic origin—reflects the layers of its ancient past. Inside, natural materials, custom-designed furniture by Vestige Estudio, local artisanal pieces, and a selection of antiques harmonize with contemporary artworks. The rooms, intentionally few in number, prioritize space, light, and a color palette inspired by the surrounding landscape. The building’s restoration draws on traditional techniques and local materials, using a discreet approach that respects the original architecture and the site’s rural character.
But Binidufà is best experienced outdoors. The estate can be explored on foot or by bike thanks to a network of trails that wind through the countryside to several secluded coves accessible from the property. Guests can also enjoy facilities shared with Son Ermità, the estate’s second location: relaxation areas, restaurants, gardens, and additional viewpoints, offering an expanded experience across the entire region. Tailor-made activities—such as meetings with local producers, workshop tours, and wellness treatments using local oils—help shape the stay. Even the dining experience, at the Mesura restaurant, reinforces this sense of connection through a predominantly vegetarian cuisine centered on the island’s produce and locally sourced ingredients. A bar and several outdoor spaces allow guests to extend their day in the open air, overlooking the valley. More than just a hotel, Binidufà stands out as a retreat—a place where you come to slow down…so you can set off refreshed.
Rates starting at €650 per night
Plume's Pick: Nestled in the heart of an unspoiled valley on Menorca, Vestige Binidufà embodies the art of discretion—a hidden gem offering a rare escape.
Binidufà Ruins
, Menorca, Spain
by Stéphane Durand
Six Senses Bhutan: Five mountain lodges where you can experience silence in the heart of the Himalayas
There are places that cannot be described, but must be experienced. In Bhutan, Six Senses has not created a hotel, but rather an inner journey: five lodges scattered throughout the Himalayan valleys, from Thimphu to Paro via Punakha, Gangtey, and Bumthang, each a stop on a journey toward silence. Each lodge, deliberately kept small, has its own distinct identity and blends seamlessly into its surroundings—overlooking a valley, nestled in a pine forest, or set amid rice paddies—with contemporary architecture inspired by traditional Bhutanese forms. For in this unspoiled country, known as the Kingdom of Happiness, everything begins with the landscape. Steep mountains rising to over 7,000 meters, valleys carved by rivers, forests, and perched monasteries make up a spectacular landscape, crisscrossed by winding roads connecting each lodge. The stay is thus organized as a tailor-made journey, with transfers between sites ranging from a few tens of minutes to several hours, reinforcing this sense of a gradual journey across the country.
People don’t come here just to “stay,” but to slow down, in a setting centered on well-being and exploration. Each lodge features restaurants, lounges, libraries, and, most notably, full-service Six Senses spas (treatment rooms, yoga, meditation, and indoor or outdoor pools depending on the location), complemented by daily programs: sunrise meditation, treatments inspired by traditional medicine, guided hikes, monastery tours, or immersions in local villages. The accommodations—suites and spacious villas (often ranging from 60 to 300 m²)—emphasize natural materials, panoramic views, and a minimalist atmosphere. These properties, which intentionally limit the number of guest rooms, reinforce this sense of chosen, almost monastic seclusion, where luxury is measured by the quality of the silence, the precision of the service, and the coherence of a concept designed to allow guests to disconnect and return transformed.
Overnight stays available upon request (itinerant stays between lodges)
Plume’s Pick: More than just a hotel, Six Senses Bhutan is an invitation to an inner journey. Five lodges scattered throughout the Himalayan valleys form a unique itinerary where luxury is measured by the beauty of the landscapes, the depth of the silence, and the time regained.
Six Senses Bhutan
Bhutan
by Stéphane Durand
Hotel Belmar, Costa Rica: The Dream Life in an Eco-Friendly Rainforest
Perched in the misty heights of Monteverde, Costa Rica, the Hotel Belmar seems to float between the sky and the forest. Here, nature isn’t just a backdrop—it shapes the entire experience. As the region’s first eco-lodge, founded in 1985, this family-run hotel embodies a pioneering vision of luxury: understated, committed, and deeply connected to its surroundings. The 26 rooms and suites, crafted from local wood and sustainable materials, open onto large floor-to-ceiling windows, terraces, or balconies with views of the forest and, in the distance, the Nicoya Peninsula. Without televisions or air conditioning, they rely on natural ventilation and the cool mountain air for simple yet effective comfort. The property functions as a small, self-sustaining ecosystem. On-site, the Celajes restaurant offers “farm-to-table” cuisine sourced from the estate’s vegetable garden and carbon-neutral farm, while a bar and artisanal microbrewery produce beers, kombucha, and cocktails using ingredients grown on-site. Common areas also include a lounge, a library, a juice bar, and outdoor spaces designed to take in the panoramic views. For wellness, a spa area offers massages, yoga, and a hot tub with views of the surrounding greenery. The experience extends outdoors with a private nature reserve and structured activity programs: guided hikes, exploration of the Finca Madre Tierra farm, immersive canopy tours, and workshops on local biodiversity. The architecture, inspired by Alpine chalets, blends into the landscape without overwhelming it. The best afternoon is one spent listening to birdsong while losing yourself in a book that will transport you even further than this enchanting setting. Rates start at €320 per night.
Plume's Pick: Perched between the clouds and the Monteverde rainforest, the Hotel Belmar offers unpretentious luxury where nature, silence, and a commitment to the environment define a different way of traveling. An inspiring eco-friendly retreat where you can slow down, breathe, and reconnect with what truly matters.
Hotel Belmar
Monteverde, Costa Rica
by Stéphane Durand
Fogo Island Inn, Canada: Life at the End of the World
Fogo Island—you have to really want to go there! Cross the Atlantic, reach Newfoundland, then take the road and the ferry to this windswept island off the coast of Canada. And suddenly, at the edge of the cliffs, an otherworldly silhouette appears: the Fogo Island Inn, perched on stilts facing the ocean, as if suspended between sky and sea. Designed byarchitect Todd Saunders, the building reinterprets local fishermen’s cottages in a radically contemporary style, without ever betraying the spirit of the place. Inside this Relais & Châteaux property, everything is designed to engage with the landscape.
The 29 guest rooms, all opening onto the horizon, frame the Atlantic like a work of art in constant motion. The wind, the light, and the tides become the true rhythms of your stay.
A sense of absolute isolation, that feeling of being literally at the edge of the world. But Fogo goes further. The hotel is a project, almost a manifesto: a social enterprise whose profits are reinvested in the local community, designed to preserve a culture, a territory, and a way of life. You eat what the island produces, you meet the people who live there, and you gradually come to understand that this refuge is also a connection. And don’t get trapped by the ice, since the hotel only opens in the spring, when it becomes accessible again… As they say, a stay at Fogo Island has to be earned! Rates start at around €1,500 per night.
Plume's Choice: A spectacular retreat for those who dream of silence, endless horizons, and meaningful experiences.
Fogo Island Inn, Relais & Châteaux
, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada
by Stéphane Durand
Hoshinoya Taketomi Island, a protected island in the heart of the Okinawa archipelago
Hoshinoya Taketomi Island is a rare retreat nestled on a coral islet in the heart of the Okinawa archipelago. After a short ferry ride from Ishigaki, time seems to slow down the moment you arrive. Inspired by the traditional architecture of the Ryukyu Kingdom, the hotel consists of 48 villas tucked behind low stone walls, set amid paths covered in the fine white sand that blankets the entire island and lined with hibiscus and bougainvillea.
Inside, the light-colored wood, tatami mats, rice-paper partitions, and large floor-to-ceiling windows opening onto the surrounding greenery create an atmosphere of absolute serenity. Everything here has been designed to preserve the island’s natural balance—the light, the breeze, and the silence.
Perched on rooftops and at garden entrances, Shisa—the half-lion, half-dog guardian deity—has watched over the island for centuries, warding off evil spirits. Its unobtrusive presence accompanies visitors through this unspoiled world where traditions remain intact.
Between contemplative baths, strolls through the pristine village, beaches fringed by turquoise waters, and sunsets over the Pacific Ocean, Hoshinoya Taketomi Island invites you to deeply disconnect. A timeless retreat where you’ll discover the most precious form of luxury: the luxury of taking your time, of nature, and of simplicity.
Starting at 650 euros per villa
Plume’s Pick: Set amid the turquoise waters of the Pacific, Hoshinoya Taketomi Island offers a contemplative retreat inspired by the Ryukyu Kingdom, embodying the spirit of Taketomi and teaching guests the art of gentleness and slowness.
HOSHINOYA Taketomi Island
1955 Taketomi, Taketomi-cho, Yaeyama-gun, Okinawa 907-1101, Japan
by Capucine Gougenheim Geagea
One and Only Mandarina, a Mexican paradise on the Pacific coast
Perched on a hill overlooking the Pacific Ocean, a few kilometers from Puerto Vallarta in the state of Jalisco, the One and Only Mandarina hotel—ranked 8th on the “50 Best” list—stands discreetly in a lush jungle, blending as seamlessly as possible among the exotic trees in tall villas scattered on stilts across this immense 33-hectare estate, where nature reigns supreme. Teeming with wildlife and birds of paradise, this volcanic and fertile region is home to a myriad of flowers, plants, and trees—boasting some of the richest biodiversity in North America—and offers a marvelous, holistic, and unique setting dedicated to the well-being of visitors seeking rest and meaning. An inner journey through the Riviera Nayarit.
Starting at 1,000 euros per night
Plume’s Pick: a spectacular retreat suspended between the rainforest, cliffs, and the Pacific Ocean, where the architecture seems to blend into the vegetation.
One and Only Mandarina
Carretera Federal Libre 200 Tepic–Puerto Vallarta
El Monteón, Municipality of Compostela
Nayarit 63724, Mexico
