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Travel + Leisure Announces 2024 World’s Best Awards

Los Angeles, CA- July 9, 2024 -The results of the 2024 Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards announced this morning recognize four outstanding winners in our portfolio of privately owned hotels and resorts around the world including: Winnetu Oceanside Resort, MA; Ballyfin, Ireland; Mas d’en Bruno, Spain and Manoir Hovey, Canada.

About The Winnetu Oceanside Resort – Martha’s Vineyard, MA *No. 1 New England Resort Hotel*
Located at South Beach in Edgartown and situated on 11 acres, the Winnetu is family owned and styled after the traditional New England grand seaside resorts. The property boasts 58 suites, studios and private cottages, each equipped with kitchenettes and separate living areas, many of which have unobstructed ocean views. The resort also has 80 private townhouses and single-family homes available for rent on a weekly basis. Guests enjoy complimentary amenities such as an acclaimed supervised children’s program, private beach path, heated swimming pools, antique fire truck rides, recreational courts, shuttles to downtown and weekly events like clambakes and fireside s’mores. Set beside the natural dunes and at the head of world-class hiking and biking trails, the Winnetu epitomizes the best of island living for guests of all ages. IMAGES

About Gran Hotel Mas d’en Bruno – Priorat, Spain *No. 1 Resort in Europe* *No. 1 Resort in Spain and Portugal*
Transporting guests into an elegant and idyllic haven, Gran Hotel Mas d’en Bruno is a luxury boutique hotel on a historic estate in the heart of Priorat, a region in southern Catalonia located along the banks of the Siurana River less than two hours from Barcelona. Steeped in history, culture, and surrounded by mountains, steep vineyards, and quaint hilltop villages, Priorat immerses travelers in one of the world’s most renowned viticulture experiences. Nestled within lush vineyards, the estate’s two buildings, the Masía and the Atelier, showcase the architect’s desire to preserve the historic structure while integrating modern elements that blend together seamlessly. Curated by award winning Barcelona-based design firm Astet, each of the hotel’s 24 large suites have unique features such as incredible views, private terraces, indoor and outdoor fireplaces, all in an elegant, luxurious, and secluded environment. Amenities on-site include a full-service spa, an infinity pool, a library, a state-of-the-art boardroom, two distinct bars, a historical private wine cellar for experiential tastings, a casual restaurant Bistro, and Vinum, a gastronomic dining experience. The spa, designed around historical archaeological elements of the estate’s ancient olive press, offers a complete wellness facility where wine elements can be incorporated into an ultimate sensory experience, whether that be olfactive, gustative or in the form of vinotherapy products and treatments. On-site, guest experiences include olive oil tastings, astronomical immersions such as stargazing, masterclasses on wine with top producers of the region, electric bikes and more. Gran Hotel Mas d’en Bruno is the newest property in The Stein Group portfolio and has also been accepted into the prestigious Relais and Chateaux affiliation. IMAGES courtesy of Gran Hotel Mas d’en Bruno.

About BALLYFIN – County Laois, Ireland *No. 1 Resort Hotel in the United Kingdom and Ireland*
Ballyfin is a five-star country house hotel set on 614 private acres at the foot of the Slieve Bloom Mountains in the center of Ireland. Long admired as one of the most lavish Regency mansions in the country, the historic estate reopened in May 2011 following an extensive eight-year restoration. A member of Relais & Chateaux, the property features 21 individually designed rooms, lavish interiors decorated with Irish art and antiques, and rolling grounds including a 28-acre lake, ancient woods, follies and grottoes. Guests enjoy gourmet dining, an indoor pool and spa, and quintessential country activities such as fishing, horseback riding, clay pigeon shooting, archery, falconry and more. Perfect for couples, families and friends, Ballyfin provides an enchanting retreat from the modern age, immersing guests in old world luxury, romance, privacy and tranquility. IMAGES

About Manoir Hovey – North Hatley, Québec, Canada *No. 1 Resort in Canada*
Woven into the landscape of Québec’s Appalachian Mountains on the shores of Lake Massawippi, Manoir Hovey is a five-star Relais & Châteaux estate. The elegant heritage site is surrounded by 30 acres of birch forest and English gardens and boasts 52 accommodations situated in the main manor and exterior cottages. Led by Executive Chef Alexandre Vachon, the five-diamond gastronomic Le Hatley Restaurant serves refined farm-to-fork cuisine that celebrates Québec’s bountiful terroir and seasonal ingredients, while the Tap Room offers classic bistro comforts enjoyed on the terrace or around the wood-burning fireplace. Le Spa Manoir Hovey is the latest award-winning wellness addition to the property. The new lakeside Spa, encircled by mountainous landscapes, offers a year-round Nordic thermal experience. Additional standout amenities at Manoir Hovey include a heated outdoor pool, two private beaches, clay tennis courts, a historic library, a fitness studio, a fleet of bicycles, and land and water sports equipment. Built in 1899, the estate has been a family enterprise for several generations. IMAGES

Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards is an annual survey that recognizes excellence in the travel industry, showcasing the top hotels, resorts, destinations, and airlines in the world ranked by the most passionate and discerning travelers. These awards serve as a trusted source for inspiration and guidance as travelers make plans to set out on trips around the globe.

The 2024 World’s Best Awards are featured in the August 2024 issue of Travel + Leisure. A link to results may be found here. Additional information about methodology including criteria may be found here.

For more information about these properties and our portfolio, please contact Carol Ann Kelley-Elwell at Victoria King Public Relations via carolann@vkpr.com