A sparrow flies into the open-air lobby and alights on the railing. Life could not be finer. The enchanted Four Seasons Resorts Wailea offers 15 acres of intimacy and amenities. Grand in concept but quietly executed, it seems to blend into the gardens, flowering trees and classically inspired fountains and pools. The main courtyard looks like an oasis to the weary traveler with tall palms standing at attention.
Overhead fans stir the air.
A tall yucca is being trimmed by an unseen gardener. The sound from the cascading fountain lulls you to sleep. Sleep, eat, read or soak up the sun. Stretch out on the lounge under the protection of one of the cabanas, order appetizers from Ferraro's at Seaside. Assistants come by with iced towels and Evian spritzer every hour.