Knocking on heaven’s door

On a spectacular cliff atop a rare, untouched stretch of rainforest coastline between the lush Sierra del Vallejo mountain peaks, the sprawling Mandarina flatlands and the endless Pacific Ocean, the newest One and Only beach resort and spa is far from the see and be seen destinations that one might expect.

 

It’s the ultra-private sanctuary with a collection of stunning hillsides that play host to purpose built tree houses and villas surrounded by jungle canopies. In gentle harmony with the landscape guest can enjoy private chef dinners, nature driven adventures or simply sit on their outdoor terraces and watch the sun slipping beneath the sea.

One&Only Mandarina has recently unveiled a selection of curated, immersive and transformational wellness journeys to transport guests both physically and mentally. 

The resort provides the ultimate backdrop for holistic treatments, alternative therapies and progressive classes inspired by modern science, the natural world and the local culture of Riviera Nayarit for each guest’s personal journey, allowing them to discover inner joy, relaxation, healing and rejuvenation.

 

Consider one of three transformational four-day wellness journeys—Mindfulness Relaxation, Multi-Sensory Wellness and Ancient Healing. Each can be customized to their needs and preferences with guidance from the resort experts.

There’s also a brand new guest chef pop-up for the next two months from Ricardo Verdejo—a preview of his new restaurant YELLA, opening soon in Mexico City. 

Stay for a week, a month, or forever in your very own custom built residence. 

oneandonlyresorts.com

 

Fresh and fabulous

Open for breakfast, lunch or dinner all-day dining is easy at Alma.  A pre-dinner cocktail at Treetop botanical bar sets the mood for alfresco fine dining at Carao, the resort’s Mexican resto. More casual? Mix it up with the beach club’s sharable bites. 

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