If you ever get the chance to sit across from Lakshmi Menon—an experienced healthcare professional, strong supporter of fertility awareness, and current CEO of TMC Fertility Holdings (soon to be called Thomson Fertility)—you’ll quickly notice two things. First, she’s not just someone who knows her field well; she’s someone who truly lives and breathes it. Second, behind her calm manner and thoughtful words lies a strong sense of purpose—the kind that comes from over 25 years of working in healthcare (and likely hundreds of high-level meetings).
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20MAY/JUNE 2025 TRAVELLAUCALA ISLAND RESORT, FIJI– WHERE GOLF MEETSBILLIONAIRE FANTASYIf heaven had a golf course, it would probably look like Laucala.Nestled in Fiji’s emerald embrace, this 7-star private island is likestepping into a James Bond movie — if James Bond swapped AstonMartins for golf carts. The 18 holes here are stitched across volcaniccliffs and jungles, kissed by the breeze of the South Pacific. Butdon’t think it’s just about the course — with only 24 villas and over350 staff ready to spoil you silly, your biggest challenge might bedeciding between golf, gourmet dining, horse riding, or your privateinfinity pool. The catch? It’s exclusive, expensive, and totally worthit. Bring your clubs and your black card.BANYAN TREE PHUKET, THAILAND – GOLF, PAD THAI & LAGOON BOATSPhuket is famous for its vibrant nightlife, but at Banyan Tree, it’s allabout laid-back luxury (and maybe a sneaky post-golf massage).Voted one of Thailand’s finest by Condé Nast readers, this resortboasts 135 private villas and is tucked into the serene Laguna Phuket.The golf? The Laguna Phuket Golf Club is right on your doorstep.The extras? Oh, just a mere 30+ restaurants, lagoon boat rides,cooking classes, and a spa that could fix even the stiffest backswing.Bonus: they’ll even ferry you to Patong Beach if you fancy a littlechaos after all that calm.CABOLUXX, LOS CABOS, MEXICO – WHERE HOLLYWOOD COMES TO PLAYLos Cabos might be known for tequila-fuelled fiestas, but golflovers know it as the home of Caboluxx — a lavish resort with thelegendary Palmilla Golf Club. This course is Jack Nicklaus-designed,celebrity-approved, and comes with views that will make your jawdrop (and your Instagram pop). Think canyon-carved fairways,dramatic elevation changes, and a back nine that takes you fromdesert mountains straight to the sea. After golf, retreat to theOne&Only Palmilla, an oceanfront oasis where A-listers hide out andmargaritas flow like water.Photo from https://images.ctfassets.netPhoto from https://essential.golf/wpPhoto from https://caboluxx.com
TROPICANA LIFESTYLEPhoto from www.golfholidays.comVERDURA RESORT, SICILY, ITALY – LA DOLCE VITA WITH A SIDE OF GOLFVerdura is like Italy itself — effortlessly cool, impossibly beautiful,and always ready with a glass of wine. On Sicily’s rugged southwestcoast, this Kyle Phillips-designed course blends rolling fairways withdramatic Mediterranean views. Between shots, you’ll be surroundedby citrus groves, olive trees, and two kilometres of private beach.After golf? Indulge in spa treatments, sip a negroni by the infinitypool, or simply sit back and enjoy the best pasta of your life. Mammamia, indeed.GLORIA GOLF RESORT, BELEK, TURKEY – MORE THAN JUSTTURKISH DELIGHTTurkey might not be the first place you think of for a beach golf break,but trust us, Gloria Golf Resort will change your mind. Sunshine?Tick. Championship golf courses? Double tick. All-inclusive luxury?Big tick. With both the Gloria Old and Gloria New courses on-site(and a cheeky shuttle to get you there), plus five swimming pools,an aqua park, and Blue Flag beaches, this is golf and leisure rolledinto one. Don’t be surprised if your “quick golf trip” turns into ayearly tradition.So there you have it — six reasons to tell your boss you’re off to“find yourself” (preferably somewhere with palm trees and a fivestarcaddie service). Just remember: sunscreen, extra balls, and analibi for why you’re suddenly unreachable.Clockwise from top left: The sereneBanyan Tree Phuket, Thailand; thetranquil Gloria Golf Resort, Belek,Turkey; peaceful and calm is theVerdura Resort, Sicily in Italy;Caboluxx os a refreshing resort in LosCabos, Mexico; Laucala Island Resortin Fiji is a tropical paradise for theavid golferPhoto from www.roccofortehotels.com
