Whether you take a solo trip, couples trip, or grab your girlfriends for a getaway, head to somewhere that offers a place to relax and recharge. The stunning views, soothing nature, and pampering experiences at these four locations will all have you saying ahhh. Choose to rest and slow down or find adventures that feed your soul. Bliss, indeed.
Four Seasons Resort Rancho Encantado Santa Fe
This luxury boutique retreat is surrounded by culture and majestic landscapes. Just sixty-five casitas are nestled on the property, located in the Sangre de Cristo foothills. Take in nature with a stroll amongst the nearby ridges and arroyos, or relax at The Spa, which is located on a vortex. The destination also recently launched the country’s first art concierge program, which allows guests to explore the local galleries with a personalized experience. There’s also an adventure center that offers exclusive tours for resorts guests, including the Journey to Abiquiu—a hike-to-yoga meditation experience with a visit to Plaza Blanca, a locale with stunning scenery and towering hoodoos that was once the muse of the legendary artist Georgia O’Keeffe. 198 State Road 592, Santa Fe, New Mexico; FourSeasons.com
Timber Cove Resort
In the town of Jenner in the coastal Sonoma town find Timber Cove Resort perched on a dramatic bluff high above the Pacific Ocean. Relax amongst stately redwoods and stunning 360-degree views of the Pacific Ocean. Part rustic, part modern, and all welcoming, the resort offers a variety of ways to indulge in serenity. Enjoy coffee from a private patio, relax to the sounds of waves near the oceanfront fire pits, and stargaze with a telescope borrowed from the property. Guests can also rock out to an impressive collection of vintage vinyl on a Crosley LP record player. There are also walking trails along the coastline and kayak adventures. 21780 Highway 1, Jenner, California; TimberCoveResort.com
Canyons Village
Breathtaking views, luxury, and four spas? Canyons Village in Park City, Utah, is the perfect place to take a break from the everyday. The idyllic destination is surrounded by stunning mountains and offers premier accommodations and numerous dining destinations for a relaxing escape. In the winter find premier skiing, and during the summer, there are scenic lift and gondola rides, golf, and more. Events such as art festivals and concerts abound, as well. There are also four spas in the area—Spa Pendry, Serenity Spa by Westgate, Waldorf Astoria Park City Spa, and RockResorts Spa at The Grand Summit. Park City, Utah; CVMA.com
Ambiente, A Landscape Hotel
For those who prefer somewhere within driving distance, Ambiente, A Landscape Hotel showcases the soothing scenery of the stunning red rocks of Sedona. Opened in February, the luxury destination is set on three acres, with creeks flowing throughout, and overlooks the city’s most iconic landscapes. The property offers 40 separate 576-square-foot, floor-to-ceiling glass-encased accommodations that are nestled into nature, Each has everything from its own on-demand wine dispensers to a private rooftop deck that’s perfect for stargazing. The hotel also features the Velvet Spa, a five-room spa that offers a range of restorative treatments that integrate locally sourced ingredients that embody the transformative healing properties for which Sedona is widely revered. Nearby experiences include wine tours, hikes, hot air balloon rides, and electric bikes that can be rented to tour the terrain. 900 W. State Rte. 89A, Sedona, Arizona; AmbienteSedona.com
