"There aren’t many high-end hotels in the far-flung surfers’ enclave of Itacaré, Brazil. Offering a sophisticated alternative to the region’s traditional inns is Barracuda Hotel & Villas, set on a palm tree-framed clifftop, its wide infinity pool and wooden terraces open to the sea, sky, and jungle. The atmosphere and aesthetics bring together laid-back Bahian charm and Scandinavian minimalism, both in an authentic way — the original owners are, in fact, Brazilian and Swedish." - Tablet Hotels