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Living Etc Magazine|August 2020
THE CHIC RETREATS GOING STRAIGHT ONTO OUR WISH LIST
PATRICK HAMILTON
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Jungle Keva Tulum, Mexico

The concept behind this Mexican hideaway resort was simple: make it feel like a village. An uncomplicated brief it may be, but a difficult one to translate when this ‘village’ must also accommodate sleek infinity pools and double-height bedrooms. Tulum-based Jaque Studio oversaw the construction of just four guest lodges here, carefully placing them within dense, verdant foliage without the need to cut the jungle back. While the warren-like, twisting pathways give you the transporting feeling of exploring a hidden Mayan village, the villas are all cool, clean, modern luxury. A hint to the natural surroundings is revealed with local building techniques: dried palm leaves covering the roofs and walls finished in a traditional stucco made from local tree resin.

IN THE KNOW

Pack your floatiest linen kaftans and sundresses for lounging by the pool (left) and exploring local ruins.

Experience the enchanting thrill of taking a dip in one of Tulum’s cenotes – natural underground pools. The most popular is Dos Ojos.

Book it Villas from £179 a night ( junglekevatulum.com).

Stephen Kenn Loft Los Angeles, USA

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