Whether a weekend getaway with the girls, a week long couple retreat or a family adventure, there is always time to unwind and relax. Enjoy amazing places close to home! Time to hit the road and explore what our beautiful country has to offer! Here are 8 of our favorite hidden gems across the United States….so far! Get your drive on and hit the road!
The Lodge at Blue Sky is a contemporary luxury resort set on a 3,500-acre ranch near Park City, Utah. Consider this the ultimate outdoor playground where you can experience transformational Western-inspired experiences year-round. Slow down and connect with your surroundings, whether that be horseback riding, fly fishing, hiking, or skiing and snow shoeing during the winter.
Reconnect with the self at the iconic Auberge Spa through treatments, yoga, and guided meditation, and fuel your body with Blue Sky’s organic, locally sourced ingredients with many grown or harvested on-site. The High West Distillery produces world-class whiskey, offering guests the opportunity for tastings and tours to learn the finer points of the distillation process from grain to glass.
The Inn and Spa at Loretto in Santa Fe, New Mexico, effortlessly blends old-world charm with world-class splendor, making this luxury hotel one of the state’s most photographed buildings. Built at the end of the historic Old Santa Fe Trail high in the spectacular Sangre de Cristo Mountains, the Inn and Spa at Loretto is an architectural recreation of the Taos Pueblo, a national historic landmark renowned for weddings and culinary events.
Traditional beamed ceilings with vigas and latillas, indigenous rugs, handwoven fabrics, and white-washed adobe walls adorned with authentic regional artwork reflect Pueblo, Native American and Spanish culture.
A quiet paradise in the middle of the Arizona desert, Sedona is its own oasis. From resorts and spas, to canyons and red rock formations, this home away from home offers the perfect excuse for a little getaway. Hike Bell Rock and Oak Creek Canyon or visit the Chapel of the Holy Cross, a site of true peace and serenity. At the end of the day, there is nothing better than getting lost in the night sky of Sedona.
A ride in, ride out resort located just two hours by car from Phoenix, AZ, Enchantment Resort encourages guests to embrace the Canyon Spirit with its more than 100 weekly activities and seemingly endless biking and hiking excursions along Sedona’s iconic landscapes. Guests enjoy exclusive access to life-affirming treatments at the world-renowned destination spa, Mii amo, and golf at the Tom Weiskopf-designed Seven Canyons Golf Club. Enchantment Resort is also home to seven tennis courts, culinary classes, plein air painting, guided meditation, stargazing and more.
Jackson Hole, Wyoming, where the recreational activities and adventures are endless! Visit Grand Teton National Park, one of the top Jackson Hole attractions. With its 485 square miles of wilderness and recreation area, the amazing views never stop. Or experience Yellowstone National Park, the world’s first national park, which is spread out over 3,500 square miles and home to many fascinating wildlife.
Hit the Town Square, Jackson Hole’s retail and artistic core. It is also the site of the Jackson Hole Shootout, which has been a Wyoming tradition since 1957, and is the longest running one in the country. And if you really want to experience a tried and true Western tradition, attending the Jackson Hole Rodeo is a must see show!
Hotel Bennett in Charleston, South Carolina, where charm, magnificent scenery and casually elegant surroundings exemplify Southern living. Built by native Charlestonians, the lavish hotel entrance opens upon King Street, the gateway to culture and class. Guest rooms and suites are created with custom furnishings and design that authentically reflect Charleston’s famed elegance and grace.
Enjoy the sophisticated Camellias Bar, which includes an etched-mirrored ceiling and reclaimed pink marble from the former Charleston Library for its floor, bar and table tops. Hotel Bennett’s collected the Holy City’s top experiences to suit the adventure-seeker, epicurean, historian, cultural explorer, and more.
Escape to Cape Elizabeth, Maine and visit the Inn by the Sea, an eco-friendly sanctuary perched on the pristine Maine coast. After a multi-million dollar makeover, added services and amenities, and continuing their environmentally sensitive (and pet welcoming!) practices, the Inn is Maine’s premier luxury beach destination.
Sea Glass restaurant offers fresh, delicious local fare, and stunning ocean views. Relax on the mile of sandy beach or venture out onto Casco Bay in an authentic lobster boat. Outdoor enthusiasts will enjoy a hundred outdoor activities like fishing, boating, sports of many kinds, and exploring nature. Roast marshmallows over an open fire pit or head to nearby Portland to find music, theater, museums and unique boutique shopping.
A Manor of Taste, Royal Palms provides an engaging and unforgettable journey for all senses.Built in 1929 as a couple’s desert getaway, this enchanting Spanish Mediterranean mansion offers 119 artfully appointed casitas, estate rooms and suites. On every stroll through winding cobblestone pathways guests will discover romantic nooks, crackling fireplaces and splashing courtyard fountains.
Intimate and tranquil, the four-star Alvadora Spa offers a collection of signature treatments centered around the nurturing essences of the Mediterranean, soothing the spirit, renewing the body and enriching the mind. Surrounded by lush courtyards and mountain views the resorts shimmering mother of pearl tiled pool offers a relaxing and serene environment.T. Cook’;s restaurant – long acclaimed both nationally and in the Phoenix fine dining scene-boasts a vibrant, new atmosphere and fresh twists on seasonal, cuisine inspired by the pure and simple approach of Mediterranean-style cooking.
Escape into a world of renewal in the seclusion of The Ritz-Carlton Spa®, Dove Mountain. It is said that the Native Hohokam believed there is spirit in all things; The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Dove Mountain, inspires a celebration of the spirit, where wisdom unfolds to reveal purity and gratitude. Eco-holistic spa experiences are based upon balancing elements and sacred healing stones, preserving the heritage and time-honored traditions of those long-ago tribes. Let the healing touch of our skilled providers melt away the cares and distractions of life. This peaceful haven is where our attention to detail is the beginning of your sacred journey.
Golfers will experience a world-class venue comfortably positioned just shy of the Tortolita Mountain Range. The original 27 holes are challenging and engaging, a seamless blend of innovative design and the High Sonoran Desert’s mountainside terrain (course elevation between 2,300 and 3,000 feet). The large greens feature dramatic movement throughout each nine and wind along desert washes, centuries-old Saguaro Cacti, native flora and local animal life. Although the fairways are generous, there are numerous carries off the tees, with five sets designed to provide the desired experience.
