Private Air New York

www.privateairny.com 78   |   Private Air  Summer 2026 Inside, the atmosphere balances South Florida glamour with residential comfort. Marble floors, rich wood finishes, living walls, mother-of-pearl accents, and an illuminated onyx reception desk create an elegant first impression, yet nothing feels overly formal. e resort seems to understand that true luxury is often less about spectacle and more about putting guests at ease. A short elevator ride later, I found myself walking down a quiet corridor on the 27th floor toward a one- bedroom corner suite. When I opened the door, the Atlantic Ocean immediately stole the room. Floor-to-ceiling windows framed an endless expanse of blue water and sky, the kind of view that stops you mid- step. Only after several moments did I begin to notice the suite itself, which revealed its greatest strength: space. Not hotel-room space, but genuine living space. A full kitchen, expansive living area, private balcony, laundry room, generous storage, and a bathroom large enough to rival many luxury residences transformed the suite from accommodation into something far more appealing—a temporary home. Standing on the balcony the following morning with coffee in hand and the Atlantic stretching endlessly before me, I realized I had nowhere to be. For many travelers, that may sound ordinary. It isn't. e greatest luxury I encountered during the weekend wasn't found in the marble, the ocean view, or the spacious suite. It was the rare sensation of time slowing down. Days unfolded naturally here. Breakfast overlooking the ocean. Long walks along the shoreline. Hours spent with a good book beneath an umbrella while waves rolled onto the sand. Dining became an extension of that relaxed rhythm. At Gili's Beach Club, tables sit just steps from the sand, perfectly positioned for long lunches and unhurried dinners. Under the direction of Chef Allyson, seafood arrives fresh, vibrant, and beautifully prepared. A whole snapper and lobster brought back memories of meals enjoyed throughout the Caribbean, where fishermen deliver the day's catch directly to waiting kitchens. Palm trees swayed overhead. e ocean provided a constant soundtrack. In the distance, the skyline of Sunny Isles glowed softly in the afternoon light. For a moment, it was easy to forget I was still in Florida. Breakfasts proved equally memorable. Ocean views accompanied fresh juices and acai bowls, while James ensured every morning began with the kind of thoughtful service that never feels forced. ere is a difference between efficient hospitality and genuine hospitality. Guests remember the latter. e beach itself proved to be one of the resort's greatest luxuries. Despite visiting during Memorial Day weekend, the atmosphere remained remarkably peaceful. Families played in the surf, couples wandered along the shoreline, and others ventured to the nearby sandbar. Rather than the frenetic energy often associated with PASSPORT

• Cover