By the Men’s Health.
Adventure, relaxation, or recovery—whatever your brand of getaway, we’ve got you covered.
BY CHRISTIAN GOLLAYAN, MIKE RICHARD, PAUL KITA AND WITH ADDITIONAL RESEARCH BY KATHRYN ROMEYNPUBLISHED: JUN 27, 2023
Some guys like to hike, bike, climb, and surf their way through vacation. Some are ready for Ashiatsu barefoot massage, Ayurvedic meditation workshops, and all-organic juice bars at the break of dawn. Others want to skip all the pretense and just chilllll. Whoever you are and whatever brand of getaway you’re into, there’s a hotel, resort, inn, or cruise out there for you.
But the world is a big place and your bucket list no doubt gets longer every year. So, how to know where to head next? Our crack team of travel-obsessed editors, writers, and staffers did the hard work of researching, comparing, and personally vetting many of the world’s best travel destinations and experiences over the past year (ya know, for science!). No matter what flavor of vacation you’re looking for, these 79 picks are guaranteed to please.
So, pack your bags and get ready to go! This is the 2023 Men’s Health Travel Awards.
Rancho Santana, Nicaragua
This posh beachfront resort sits on more than 2,700 acres of Nicaragua’s pristine Emerald Coast. The mix-and-match surf, swim, and yoga vacation packages are perfect for splitting your time between waterborne adventuring and soul-searching amid the shimmering waters of the Pacific.
Reserve your stay at The Ranch today.