If a private reprieve marked by tranquility and indulgence is in order, the Ponta dos Ganchos Resort is not one to disappoint. This secluded escape is set on a peninsula south of São Paulo and made Tatler Magazine Travel Guide’s “101 Best Hotels in the World.”

With colorful fishing villages, the lush rainforest and Brasil’s Emerald Coast constantly a glimmer, guests can soak up the natural scenery or luxuriate in the privacy of their own bungalows. The resort features all-inclusive dining, making fresh foods and local delicacies conveniently available. Venture out to find toucans on the hiking trails ...