Waterstone Collection

Today marks the beginning of the second annual Euphoria Retreat Wellbeing Festival in Mystras, Greece! 🌿

Over the next 10 days, attendees will connect with leading wellness experts in one of Greece’s most inspiring destinations, with experiences centered around movement, mindfulness, and personal renewal.

Follow along over at Euphoria Retreat. for highlights in the days ahead.

Wishing everyone a beautiful festival filled with inspiration, restoration, and connection.✨🧘‍♀️

Some trips live in the group chat for months. The ones that finally make it onto the calendar usually have one thing in common: they feel easy to say yes to. ✈️

Our latest Travel Trend Spotlight, From Group Chat to Getaway, explores group trips designed for friends traveling together, from beach clubs and city stays to countryside retreats, DMC-led journeys, and wellness-minded resets.

Swipe through for five trip styles inspiring group getaways right now, then visit the link below to discover the Waterstone members that can help bring them to life. ✨🍸🛥️🌴
https://waterstonemarketing.com/from-group-chat-to-getaway/

When the mountains turn green again 🍃🏔️✨

There’s a different side to this beloved Alpine village now that winter has faded. Fir trees have returned to vibrant green, mountain pastures are blooming with gentians and edelweiss, and the village’s iconic bell tower now overlooks lively cafés, boutiques, and sun-drenched terraces.

The mountains are made for a new kind of exploration—hiking scenic trails, discovering hidden viewpoints, and taking in the beauty of the Alps beneath bright summer skies.

At the end of the pedestrian street, Hôtel Saint-Georges is perfectly at home in the season. Rich blues, golden light, and long summer days complement the hotel’s warm, intimate atmosphere, creating an inviting retreat in the heart of Megève.

Swipe to see how your clients can experience Megève in the height of summer, and view the summer calendar at the link below.
https://www.hotelsaintgeorges-megeve.com/activites #:~:text=THINGS%20TO%20DO%20IN%20MEG%C3%88VE%3A%20THE%20SUMMER%20CALENDAR

Cyprus is one of Europe’s most underrated destinations. 🌊🌴☀️

With incredible food and wine, fascinating history, rich culture, and sun-soaked beaches, the island offers so much of what travelers love about Europe’s most iconic summer escapes, but with a more relaxed pace than many of the region’s better-known hotspots.

This three-day itinerary hosted by AMARA reveals Cyprus through its contrasts, where ancient archaeological wonders, mountain villages, celebrated wineries, and Mediterranean beaches come together in one seamless journey.

For clients looking for somewhere beautiful, layered, and still slightly unexpected, Cyprus more than deserves a place on their travel wish list.

Save this post for future planning and explore the full itinerary via the link below. ✈️
https://waterstonemarketing.com/72-hours-in-cyprus-with-amara/

Many Waterstone members welcome families beautifully, with spacious accommodations, thoughtful amenities, and experiences for travelers of all ages.
 
For this week’s Monday Unpack, however, we’re focusing on the members that go a step further: exceptional family experiences with dedicated kids’ and teen programming, purpose-built spaces, and activities that make the trip memorable for every generation.
 
Save this for the next client planning a family getaway where everyone needs something to look forward to.  👨‍👩‍👧‍👦🤍🌍

With Global Wellness Day tomorrow, make space for rest this weekend. ☁️🌿✨🤍

Rome, with room to breathe.✨

Parco Dei Principi Grand Hotel & Spa offers something rare in the city: a true urban resort set within a private park near Villa Borghese.

With indoor and outdoor pools, spacious rooms and suites, refined dining, expansive wellness facilities, and even Italy’s first hotel indoor pickleball court, the property brings a resort-style ease to the heart of the Eternal City.

Consider it for clients who want pool access while staying close to Rome’s main attractions, or for those seeking a quieter, more restorative side of the city.

Learn more about this Roman gem at the link below. 🌿🏛️
https://waterstonemarketing.com/parco-dei-principi-grand-hotel-spa/

Taormina is always a standout summer recommendation, and this season, the Greek Theatre’s exciting lineup of events makes it especially easy to recommend. ✨🍋🌊

From the Taormina Film Festival and Dolce & Gabbana Alta Moda to performances by Bryan Adams and Il Volo, plus tributes to legendary composers Hans Zimmer and Ennio Morricone, the season brings even more energy to one of Sicily’s most iconic summer settings.

For clients who love an intimate boutique stay, Palazzo Vecchio Taormina offers the perfect home base in the heart of Taormina. With just 12 rooms, the property gives guests a refined, personal place to return to after days spent exploring the city’s charming streets, cultural calendar, and unforgettable open-air performances.

And don’t forget: Delta offers daily nonstop service from JFK to Catania, making a Sicilian summer escape even easier.

There’s Mykonos, and then there’s Mykonos with the Myconian Collection. 🇬🇷✨🌊

This four-day itinerary showcases the freedom of experiencing the island beyond a single hotel. Private yacht excursions, helicopter rides over the Cyclades, beachfront wellness experiences, celebrated restaurants, and unforgettable sunsets all become part of one seamless Myconian-led journey.

With access to all of the hotels, spas, restaurants, beaches, and experiences that make up the family-owned Myconian Collection, guests can experience Mykonos in a way that feels both elevated and entirely their own.

Save for future planning and explore the full itinerary via the link below.
https://waterstonemarketing.com/4-days-in-mykonos-with-the-myconian-collection/

Waterfront stays remain some of the most requested experiences in luxury travel—and for good reason. From beachfront resorts to lakeside retreats and island hideaways, the water has a way of becoming part of the journey.
 
This week’s Monday Unpack highlights standout waterfront properties across our collection, along with trusted DMC partners who can help clients access the best waterfront stays and experiences in their destinations.
 
Save this for the next client dreaming of life by the water. 🌊🌴🌟