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Editorial

Sharing our dreamy

destinations

MOST OF US have visited dozens of destinations in our tograph Collection, and Domes Zeen Chania, a Luxury
lifetime. Yet, we only have just a few whose memory we Collection Resort, on Crete, and the legendary Domes
hold on to forever, as clear in our mind as if we were there Miramare, a Luxury Collection Resort, Corfu and Domes
just yesterday. Mentally or physically, we keep coming of Corfu, Autograph Collection, this year the Domes Re-
back to them. For me, the destinations that most res- sorts and Reserves family welcomed three new prop-
onate are always by the sea: Crete, a sun-drenched Ae- erties: the romantic Domes Aulūs Elounda on Crete,
gean gem, Corfu and Zakynthos, two lusciously ver- the stylishly laid-back Domes Aulūs Zante on Zakyn-
dant Ionian treasures, and most recently the Algarve, a thos, and Domes’ first property outside Greece: the pa-
dreamy stretch of Atlantic coast in Portugal’s southern- latial Domes Lake Algarve in Portugal. Each property is
most region. No matter how far I travel across the world, unique, but they all have one thing in common; at each,
these mesmerizing seaside destinations remain in my Domes strives to make every guest’s stay memorable
heart as beacons I can’t wait to follow once again. and worthwhile, an intrinsic part of a vacation whose ev-
A land of proud, hospitable people, Crete is blessed ery moment is worth savoring. From intriguing concepts
with endless beauty spots, fantastic food and fascinat- that combine culture and relaxation to curated experi-
ing heritage. Corfu has an inimitable cosmopolitan air, ences to suit every mood, this exquisite family of prop-
with its eventful history resulting in a truly distinctive mix erties succeeds at standing out because they deliver
of influences that make it one of the most culturally vi- luxury with heart and soul, approaching the experience
brant places in the Mediterranean, as well as a treasure holistically, offering award-winning design and services,
trove of magnificent landmarks. Zakynthos is an island and becoming your passport to the very best of what the
of mythical allure, with charming villages, emerald hills region has to offer.
and beaches so pristine that much of its south coast is a I want to invite you to immerse yourself in these breath-
reserve for endangered loggerhead turtles. And the Al- taking locations and in the offering of these unique ho-
garve, with its soaring cliffs and golden shores, is a land tels and resorts by discovering the recommendations,
where wild Atlantic beauty blends with Moorish heritage insights and secrets we’re presenting in this magazine,
and an elegant Mediterranean lifestyle. which is now also available online at domesstories.com.
Featuring the extraordinary Domes of Elounda, Auto- Trust me – you’ll be amazed to no end. Have a wonder-
graph Collection, the trendy Domes Noruz Chania, Au- ful time!

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ELSA SOIMIRI
Publisher-Editor in Chief

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