Great Late Summer and Fall Destinations
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Summer travel is busier than ever. Many of you may have noticed that Europe is fully booked, but luckily enough, we have some fantastic domestic getaways and vacation spots for you to enjoy in late summer and fall! Here are some of our favorites.
Santa Fe, New Mexico
Settled more than 150 years ago by Bishop Jean Baptiste Lamy, this iconic Santa Fe landmark has undergone a sensitive restoration to preserve its distinctive Southwestern heritage for the next generation. Explore the vibrant culture of discovery and expression through nature-driven adventures, visual arts, ancient healing arts, culinary journeys, and memorable celebrations.
With the arts and culture of downtown Santa Fe just moments away and the Santa Fe National Forest as a backyard, there are myriad ways to immerse yourself in the soul of this place. Greet the day with a horseback ride to a scenic ridge, catch a trophy-sized trout on private waters guided by experts from the Fly Fishing Outpost, or discover beautiful wooded hiking trails. Compliment your adventures with a specially curated art tour, learn about the fascinating history and culture of Santa Fe, or get grounded with the soothing vibrations of crystal bowl sound bathing in a private meditation class. End the day on the patio of SkyFire, the signature restaurant at Bishop's Lodge, watching the sunset over the Sangre de Cristo Mountains.
Newport, Rhode Island
Embrace life on the coast at Newport’s most stylish social hub, The Vanderbilt. This season is the perfect time to visit the mansion, located in the heart of downtown Newport, as it has recently undergone a full reimagination of its accommodations and public spaces, including the Lobby, the Parlour, and the hotel’s dining venues: the handsome Dining Room and the light-filled Conservatory. Soak in summer’s last sunsets from the Roof Deck at The Vanderbilt, located on the hotel's top floor, featuring sweeping views of Newport Harbor and serving craft cocktails, fresh Rhode Island oysters, and light New England fare. Transport yourself back to the era when poets and writers drank absinthe, the spirit whose mystery and allure remain to this day through The Green Hour, a private experience in which guests can taste an absinthe pour from a custom-made fountain, as well as select cocktails and a menu of sumptuous light bites. Unwind in a newly refurbished guest room or suite featuring handsome hues, luxurious textures, and flirtatious eccentricities that evoke the wanderlust and rebellious spirit of the hotel’s namesake Alfred Gwynne Vanderbilt.
Kennebunk, Maine
Escape to Kennebunk and enjoy the simple pleasures of New England life at White Barn Inn, located in the beautiful town of Kennebunk, Maine. A beloved local landmark for over 150 years, synonymous with warm New England hospitality, rustic charm, and uncompromising attention to detail, White Barn Inn is the perfect destination to embrace the final days of summer and welcome the crisp air and changing leaves that autumn brings. Enjoy fine dining at the legendary White Barn Inn Restaurant, an award-winning dining destination led by Executive Chef Mathew Woolf, or opt for casual New England fare at Little Barn. Seek adventure through unique off-property experiences like a scenic helicopter ride over the Maine coastline featuring panoramic ocean views and vast forests. Relax in guest rooms and cottages imagined by Interior Designer Jenny Wolf that embody coastal luxury at its finest.
Washington, Connecticut
Located in the idyllic town of Washington, Connecticut, Mayflower Inn & Spa is an exquisite country retreat nestled in 58 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens and woodland. Enter a portal into a simpler time and enjoy life in the countryside, soaking in the final days of summer and embracing the start of brisk autumn in Connecticut. Enjoy newly reimagined menus and culinary experiences by Mayflower Inn’s new Inspiring Chef Cortney Burns, a James Beard Award-winning author and highly celebrated chef. Dine in The Garden Room and enjoy a menu inspired by the grassroots of New England culinary traditions and with an emphasis on locally-sourced ingredients. Explore the property with the Fresh Aire Picnic, an elevated picnic experience curated by Chef Burns, or unwind with a tipple by a roaring fire pit. Head to THE WELL at Mayflower Inn, the resort’s highly coveted holistic wellness destination, and enjoy an east-meets-west approach to wellbeing through custom treatments, movement classes, and more. Unwind in guest rooms and suites designed by Celerie Kemble of Kemble Interiors, embodying a fresh and modern take on sophisticated country charm.
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