Vik Retreats, South America’s premier collection of properties that are redefining luxury travel, break the traditional hotel mold and o�er destinations for travelers seeking an unrivaled experience. Comprised of Estancia Vik José Ignacio, Playa Vik José Ignacio, Bahia Vik José

Ignacio and La Susana in Uruguay, and Vik Chile and The Winery at VIK on the Viña Vik Vineyard in Chile, Vik Retreats merge exceptional design.

Each Vik Retreat property was imagined, designed and built by Alex and Carrie Vik. With Estancia Vik recalling Spanish Colonial style, Playa Vik embodying avant-garde design, Bahia

Vik reflecting contemporary beach living, and Vik Chile o�ering a holistic vineyard experience, the results are exceptional and unique.

Estancia Vik José Ignacio, is romantic, rustic and traditional, and pays homage to Uruguay’s nature, architecture, art and design. Situated on 4,000 acres, the Estancia is a classic

Spanish colonial structure featuring white adobe walls and a red tin roof. More than half of the 50,000 square foot Estancia is made up of interior patios of outdoor space – courtyards,

gardens, covered walkways and an herb garden located within its walls.

ESTANCIA VIK JOSÉ IGNACIO | LOCATION: José Ignacio, Uruguay | OPENING DATE: February 2009 | ARCHITECT: Estancia Vik was designed by Alex and Carrie Vik in collaboration

with Marcelo Daglio | ROOMS & SUITES: 12 suites, comprised of 4 master suites and 8 suites | ADDITIONAL AMENITIES: Twenty-meter Absolute Nero granite swimming pool, gym and

spa, private polo field, Criollo horses for pleasure riding, 2 grass tennis courts, golf practice green, a game room, pool table, table tennis, and a romantic and artistic chapel.

DINING: Guests will experience the most authentic Uruguayan BBQ, delicious family style or three course meals in fantastic settings where gaucho tradition goes hand in hand with con-

temporary Uruguayan art in this newly public restaurant. Lunch and dinner are served daily in the art infused Parrillero, the beautiful brick vaulted dining room, or by the Absolute Nero

pool overlooking the pastoral landscape, the river and Laguna José Ignacio. Chef Marcelo Betancourt and his team pride themselves on celebrating Uruguayan tradition, always serving

the freshest foods from the market and our gardens! Ask for the iconic VIK wine from the Millahue Valley or “Place of Gold!”. Opening hours: 1pm - 4pm and 8pm - 11pm. Reservations

can be made by contacting info@estanciavik.com or +598 94 605 212 | AWARDS: Travel + Leisure’s “It List,” Conde Nast Traveller UK’s “Hot List,” National Geographic Traveler’s “Stay

List: Favorite Hotels in South America,” among many others. www.estanciavik.com | www.asadorjoseignacio.com

Playa Vik José Ignacio, located on the most coveted spot of the Uruguayan coastline, is unlike any other property of its kind. The organic, ultra-contemporary, beachfront property

showcases a range of leading contemporary artists and designers including James Turrell and Zaha Hadid, with six unique casas surrounding a dramatic central ‘Sculpture’ building.

PLAYA VIK JOSÉ IGNACIO | LOCATION: José Ignacio, Uruguay | OPENING DATE: December 2010 | ARCHITECT: Playa Vik was designed in collaboration between Carrie and Alex

Vik, and internationally renowned Uruguayan architect Carlos Ott | ROOMS & SUITES: 19 suites between the central sculpture and six surrounding casas | ADDITIONAL AMENITIES:

75 foot cantilevered black Absolute Nero granite pool lit with south hemisphere constellations, spa, Fire Pit “Brasero”, playroom and gym. Guests are additionally invited to enjoy

the ranch experiences at Estancia Vik | DINING: Guests will indulge their senses at Playa Vik with the signature fish BBQ and three course meals overlooking the southern Atlantic

with views down the Playa Mansa beach to Punta del Este and to the fishing boats next door where the chef chose the fish earlier every morning. It is a truly memorable experience

complete with a sunset described as the best on the planet! Now open to the public by reservation for lunch and dinner. Opening hours: 1pm - 4pm and 8pm - 11pm. Reservations

can be made by contacting info@playavik.com or +598 4486 2611 // +598 4486 2619 | AWARDS: Travel + Leisure’s “It List,” Conde Nast Traveler’s “Hot List,” Indagare’s “Indagare

Adored” list, Departures.com’s “World’s Best Design Hotels,” among many others. www.playavik.com | www.cielomarjoseignacio.com

Bahia Vik José Ignacio, the latest addition to the premier collection of properties in Uruguay, spans ten acres of beach dunes on the peninsula in José Ignacio. Bahia Vik reflects con-

temporary beach living, with seamless flow between indoors and outdoors inspired by art and Vik luxury. Celebrating the ambiance of its chic locale, Bahia Vik consists of eleven

uniquely designed bungalows tucked into the beach dunes, with one central building around which retreat living revolves. Artist involvement is again an important focus at Bahia,

where a wide range of contemporary Uruguayan and international artists collaborated with Alex and Carrie Vik and Marcelo Daglio to create site-specific installations for many spaces.

In addition, a variety of other art was added.

BAHIA VIK JOSÉ IGNACIO | LOCATION: José Ignacio, Uruguay | OPENING DATE: January 2015 | ARCHITECT: Bahia Vik was designed by Alex and Carrie Vik in collaboration with

Marcelo Daglio | SUITES: 37 suites between Bahia Vik’s main building and the collection of eleven bungalows | ADDITIONAL AMENITIES: A spacious living room and open air patio for

lounging and relaxing, four immense pools, a spacious game room, a gym and spa, and a small boutique o�ering VIK wine and Vik curated items including Uruguayan art and local

crafts | DINING: the contemporary bistro, Zodiaco, was inspired by Uruguayan renowned artist and colorist, Carlos Musso, whose striking ceiling murals command the attention of diners

through his mystical depiction of muses, stars and the zodiac. Guests will enjoy a set menu by Executive Chef Marcelo Betancourt and team featuring a range of refined, contemporary

and creative dishes, full of flavors and always using the freshest ingredients of the day, including Uruguay’s grass fed meats, the freshest fish and seafood, and organic vegetables and

fruits from Estancia Vik and our local purveyors. Open to the public by reservation. Opening hours: 1pm - 4pm and 8pm - 11pm. Reservations can be made by contacting

info@bahiavik.com or +598 95 444 451 // +598 95 444 452 | AWARDS: Travel + Leisure’s “It List,” Conde Nast Traveler’s “Hot List”. www.bahiavik.com | www.zodiacojoseignacio.com

La Susana, Vik Retreats’ first restaurant and beach club venture, enriches the extraordinary portfolio of properties providing a new dimension to the Vik experience. Drawing inspira-

tion from its enchanting situation right on the beach, La Susana was designed to create a relaxed, welcoming ambiance with traditional architecture and design. Masterfully combining

the freshest seafood, meat and vegetables from the area, Marcelo Betancourt and his team use local and regional techniques to achieve simple and outstanding food experiences

which are complemented by a tailored selection of VIK wines and distinctive cocktails.

LA SUSANA | LOCATION: José Ignacio, Uruguay | OPENING DATE: January 2014 | CUISINE: The La Susana beach restaurant o�ers the ultimate in fresh, local and organic Uruguayan

cuisine. Utilizing the freshest local and seasonal ingredients, Executive Chef Marcelo Betancourt highlights the flavors of the Southern Atlantic and surrounding farmlands and ranches

through his recipes, using local and regional techniques to achieve simple and outstanding food experiences | ADDITIONAL ACTIVITIES: Enjoy swimming and sunbathing at La Susana’s

beach club o�ering lounge chairs, drinks and snacks on the Playa Mansa just below the restaurant | HOURS OF OPERATION: La Susana is open daily for lunch and sunset cocktails,

with La Susanita, La Susana’s late night lounge, open from 22:00 well into the night featuring music, specialty drinks and tapas. www.lasusana.com  

LA SUSANA

Vik Chile is an avant-garde retreat ideally perched on a hilltop in the picturesque Millahue Valley, boasting 360-degree views out across Viña Vik Vineyard and the surrounding nature.

Its design is extraordinary and playful, and, as with all Vik Retreats, completely unique and inspiring in its conception. The essence of Vik Chile invites visitors to indulge in a true

escape through artistically immersive guestrooms, each with individual design and décor, world class wine o�erings helping to change the landscape for Chilean wines, a superb

dining experience marked by vibrant flavors of Chilean cuisine, among a range of activities from the leisurely to the vigorous for every type of traveler. Vik Chile works in tandem with

the Winery, which was designed in collaboration with architect Smiljan Radic. With holism as its guiding force, the entire VIK experience is centered on the concept that every element

comes together to create an exceptional, innovative and singular stay for visitors; a destination that cannot be missed.

VIK CHILE | LOCATION: Millahue, Chile | OPENING DATE: November 2014 | ARCHITECT: Vik Chile was designed by Alexander and Carrie Vik in collaboration with Marcelo Daglio

| SUITES: 22 suites | ADDITIONAL AMENITIES & ACTIVITIES: A pool, game room, fully equipped gym, wine spa with o�erings inspired by the land and incorporating VIK grapes into

one-of-a-kind treatments, private wine tastings led by wine experts, guided tours through VIK Winery facilities, horseback excursions through the vineyard and surrounding mountain

trails, tours on mountain bicycles, among many others | DINING: Milla Milla, the gourmet restaurant at Vik Chile, highlights the Chilean terrior through use of locally grown and produced

ingredients and a continued emphasis on authentic South American cuisine. The restaurant is available to the public via reservation. Visitors are also invited to dine in the more casual

Milla Milla Pavilion at the VIK Winery, which is also open to the public by reservation. Meals are enhanced by the exceptional signature VIK wines produced and bottled on property

Reservations can be made by contacting reservations@millamilla.cl | AWARDS: Travel + Leisure’s “It List,” Conde Nast Traveler’s “Hot List”. www.vikchile.com | www.millamilla.cl

SUSTAINABILITY

In keeping with the philosophy and celebration of the beautiful landscape of their locale, Vik Retreats employ environmentally friendly practices. The design of each property has

focused on minimizing the need for energy use by maximizing natural resources to heat, cool, and ventilate. The properties operate in an environmentally conscious manner through

extensive use of water collection and recycling, solar technologies, and intelligent energy e�ciency systems.

EXPERIENCE CONCIERGES AT VIK RETREATS

Vik Retreats o�ers an exceptional Experience Concierge program for the enjoyment of all guests. Authorities on their regions, Experience Concierges provide guests of the property

the opportunity to see the locale through the eyes of a sophisticated native. Vik Retreats guests are able to consult an Experience Concierge in advance of and throughout their visit

to create unique itineraries that showcase the area’s most interesting destinations.

WEDDINGS AT VIK RETREATS

The stylish retreats o�er couples unmatched wedding and honeymoon destinations marked by breathtaking scenery and inherent romance. The premier backdrop for weddings and

honeymoons, the properties promise a unique and flawless experience and memories couples will cherish for a lifetime. Wedding packages and custom experiences are available

upon request.

ACCESSIBILITY

Vik Retreats’ properties in Uruguay are accessible via the Punta del Este airport, which is serviceable by daily flights from airports in Argentina and Brazil. Punta del Este is an

international airport that accommodates private jets 24 hours a day and is a forty-minute drive along the coast or by highway. Alternatively, guests may fly to the capital city of

Montevideo one and a half hours away with a large array of flights including direct from Miami and Madrid.

VIK Chile and the Winery at VIK Vineyard are accessible via the Santiago airport, which is serviced by daily flights from international airports around the world. VIK Vineyard is located

approximately 200 kilometers from the Santiago airport and is easily accessible by car. The drive to VIK is estimated to be two hours in transit.

CONTACT:

Director of Vik Retreats: Max Broquen, (+598-94) 605212

Press Contact: Meg Connolly, Meg Connolly Communications, vik@mcc-pr.com, +1-212-505-8200