Pick Your Travel Passion, Summer Camps to Secret Hideaways
Wanderlust with Us Issue XVI - July 10, 2020
Pick Your Passion! - Part One
This week, we are taking you on part one of the Wanderlust with Us - Pick Your Passion series. What type of traveler are you? Are you looking for your next domestic getaway when the clouds open up? We hope you find yourself fitting into into one or two of our six categories (three more next week!) and find inspiration for whenever you travel next.
Cheers! A Food & Wine Lover's Dream
For the foodies that desire extraordinary dining experiences with fresh ingredients and beautiful views.
Meadowood - Napa Valley, California
Meadowood has their own 3.5 acre Culinary Farm that allows for a fresh farm-to-table dining experience. Try it for yourself at The Restaurant, their own three Michelin starred dining outlet.
Try wine tasting via bicycle! Napa Valley wine tasting bike tours are very popular with our active clients. They also have eBikes for those more interested in sipping than sweating.
Napa itself boasts an incredible variety of restaurants that offer fresh ingredients from the local region. Ask us for our recommendations!
Nobu Ryokan - Malibu, California
Super chef Nobu Matsuhisa and superstar Robert De Niro re-imagined a historic 1950s motel on exclusive Carbon Beach (aka “Billionaire’s Beach”) into a California lifestyle-conscious retreat.
Enjoy an exclusive in room dining experience from the star-studded Nobu Malibu restaurant in the comfort of your luxurious beachfront deck.
Malibu itself also boasts iconic restaurant options from the organic Malibu Farm to the beach side hidden gem, The Sunset.
Summer Camp Cancelled? No Problem!
For those who are looking for an activity driven experience for their children while you can get your well-deserved R&R.
Terranea Resort - Rancho Palos Verdes, California
The family friendly resort pool with a 140 foot water slide is a hit with the children looking for a thrill! If you rather something a bit quieter, don't worry, there are 3 other unique pools to choose from including the adult only spa pool.
Looking for something a bit more unique? The resort offers falconry, archery, and horseback riding all while having plenty of seaside splendor for the whole family to enjoy.
The annual whale migration takes place right off the coast of Terranea. Guests can participate in the official whale count through the Interpretive Center Volunteer Program.
Acqualina - Miami, Florida
Acqualina's Acqua Experiences are fantastic for the whole family. Better than summer camp your children can enjoy the Brilliant Dolphin Buddies exploration program and the Feisty Fish art program.
The resort works with the Miami Dade County Sea Turtle Conservation Program to educate guests on the sea creatures. During hatching season you may even have the opportunity to meet turtle hatchlings!
A Breath of Fresh Air
For those looking to get out of the house and into the great outdoors. Adventure awaits in our National Parks and Adirondack resort reminiscent of Dirty Dancing.
Chateau du Sureau, A Relais & Chateaux Property – Oakhurst, CA (near entrance of Yosemite)
Has their own Nature Park for you to relax and enjoy the surrounding beauty – picnics, yoga, bocce ball, gazebos, and lush gardens
Explore the waterfalls and granite domes on your own private Yosemite Park Tour, gourmet lunch included.
Interested in a cooking class? Learn distinctive techniques at their Elderberry House Restaurant Cooking School.
The Point, A Relais & Chateaux Property – Saranac Lake, New York
Built by the Rockefellers as a woodland retreat, during the heyday of the Adirondack Great Camps. Today it is a marvelous union of rustic simplicity and extraordinary luxury.
Adults only and all inclusive for the ultimate getaway retreat experience.
Enjoy gourmet picnic excursions, journeys through the rippling waters in gleaming mahogany boats, and a staff that organizes each day according to the pleasure of the guests.
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