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BEST FOR ROMANCE : THE WINNER Capella Ubud, Bali

The highly anticipated Capella Ubud proves that over-the-top luxury can be delivered without cutting down a single tree—which also explains how hidden this property feels. A natural ecosystem of rice terraces and lush rain forest sets the stage for 22 canvas tents pitched along the banks of the sacred Wos River, where you’ll feel like it’s just you and the trees. Holing up for an entire day (or two) would be forgivable: each accommodation features a private saltwater Jacuzzi pool, indoor-outdoor bathroom, and personal assistant reached via your own complimentary smart phone, who are on call to deliver meals straight to your door or arrange day trips to nearby Hindu temples. When you both do decide to emerge, there’s lots to discover, including the outdoor rainforest pool, a gym and spa (which occupy their own tents), two restaurants that prepare flavor-forward Indonesian cuisine, and a local storyteller who mans the campfire come nightfall.