SelectedStay • Luxury Guide
Rainforests, samba and sweeping beaches.
Luxury destination guide
Updated
Jan 15, 2026
Rainforests, samba and sweeping beaches.
This guide focuses on the details that make a trip feel effortless: the right neighborhoods, the most meaningful experiences, and hotels that deliver atmosphere — not just a room.
Signature moments
A luxury trip is rarely about doing more — it’s about choosing better.
Moment
Golden hour ritual
Choose one iconic viewpoint and make it your sunset tradition.
Moment
A slow, private morning
Late breakfast, sea swim, and spa time — no schedule.
Moment
One unforgettable table
A chef-led dinner or a local institution worth dressing up for.
Moment
A day on the water
Lagoon cruise, sailing, or a secluded sandbank escape.
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