Page 6 www.lux-review.com LUXlife 2022 Resorts & Retreats Awards Jun22070 The Florida Keys archipelago is one of the most beautiful spots in the United States, renowned for its breath-taking coral reefs and stunning beaches. For those who want to get away from it all, there are few places finer, and for those who want some time in comfort and privacy, there’s no place finer than The Equator Resort Key West. This delightful resort is made of five historical properties, bound together to create a stunning hotel. The result is a stunning mismatch of different ideas where no two rooms are exactly the same. Far away from the corporate attitude of some hoteliers, the team at Equator Key West has built its business on the idea of providing a small B&B feel without actually being small and confining. The team’s position as one of three male only, clothing optional resorts sets them apart from the crowd. Unlike their competitors, however, the Equator Resort Key West team have focused on the value of privacy as far as possible. They are currently unique in their ability to offer all private bathrooms, singular in the level of privacy offered by the entire property and rare in so far as they are not open to the public. For someone who wants to get away and relax, the Equator Resort Key West is the ideal location to turn to. When looking for somewhere to stay, you want to find somewhere you can feel truly relaxed. For those looking for an All-Male resort, you should look no further than the delightful destination that is The Equator Resort Key West. With success in LUXlife’s Resort and Retreat Awards 2022 under their belts, we take a closer look to see how the team has been able to secure such tremendous success. Equator Resort Key West Best Luxury All-Male Resort - Southeast USA The heart of the business is the way in which it builds on relationships. The Equator Resort Key West is not just a place where people sleep, it’s an attraction in and of itself. General Manager, Anthony Sibilly-Juarez, considers this a direct result of his approach to hiring. “We try to fine tune the right candidate that will mesh into the environment, the clientele, and the team,” he tells us. “Before my final hiring decision, regardless of experience or qualifications, I ask myself ‘would I invite this person to my house for dinner?’ Procedures can be taught, experience can be gained, but personality is inherent.” This commitment to finding people who fit the unique ethos of this Key West classic is why so many people continue to come back year after year. “My co-workers are rock stars,” Anthony continues. “We have a diverse team from many backgrounds such as the Virgin Islands, Bhutan, Ukraine, Key West. All with individual strengths and weaknesses, and we work well together.” With such a breadth of knowledge and expertise, there is very little that the team at the Equator Resort Key West cannot overcome. Since 2018, this iconic hotel has become the top of TripAdvisor’s list of places to stay. It’s easy to see why – their efforts to develop, to grow and to continually innovate are at the heart of why they have continued to thrive. They know how to have a good time and know how to ensure that their clients have a good time too. Whilst technical faults and human error are often unavoidable, what can be controlled is the response and the team at the Equator Resort Key West have made it their mission to fix any problem – or throw enough smoke and mirrors at it so no one notices!
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