A Change of Scenery

We asked some of the busiest women in the world to share the secret spot they head to when they need to recharge their mind, body, and spirit.

- BY SARA HOLZMAN

EMILIA WICKSTEAD, Designer

Passalacqua in Lake Como, Italy

I have never seen a hotel so beautiful. From the moment you arrive, you're transported into a serene world framed by surreal gardens and impeccable hospitality. It feels as though you've stepped into a bygone era where every intimate detail captivates you: long, unhurried dinners by the lake that stretch into the night, a breakfast kitchen where you choose your meal and watch it prepared just for you; a sprawling family-style table overflowing with endless Italian delicacies. On cooler mornings, I retreat to the cozy indoor bar; its live fireplace and thoughtful décor make it feel like a friend's private salon. Every corner of Passalacqua—from its perfectly curated color palette and interiors to the golden-hour light dancing across Lake Como—invites inspiration and tells a story.

Skylark Resort in Negril, Jamaica

SOFIE PAVITT, Celebrity Facialist and Founder of Sofie Pavitt Face

Skylark Resort in Negril, Jamaica

Anyone with little kids knows there's no such thing as rest and relaxation on vacation. But somehow, even amid the chaos, we always feel recharged and refreshed after a week here. The beachfront hotel is no-frills. The water is super calm and perfect for children. There's beach service and drinks and food and a small spa on the roof that offers amazing massages. Also, don't pass up the beef patty guy who walks up and down the beach-the best you'll ever eat.

BOZOMA SAINT JOHN, Founder and CEO of Eve by Boz

Kempinski Accra in Accra, Ghana