Amanera, Dominican Republic: Overlooking a mile-long beach and set by a spectacular clifftop golf course, Amanera commands a dramatic coastal position in Playa Grande, its sleek, modernist design framing triptychs of gold sand, Atlantic blue and the abundant greenery of a nature reserve. The focus is firmly on the incredible outdoors, where relaxation awaits in many guises – from endorphin-boosting water sports to immersive local therapies and back-to-nature experiences. It is an inspiring setting for weddings, families and anyone yearning to reconnect; a place of deep impressions suffused with the spice and flavour of Dominican life.