Monthly Insider October - 2
When was the last time you got together with your girlfriends? And sweating out a soccer tournament while swilling Gatorade under a pop-up tent does not count. Sometimes a girl just has to hit the reset button, and what better way to do so than to gather the squad for a quick weekend out of town? Tell your man he’s got kid duty, because you and your gal pals have a date at these bougie boutique weekends.
Art And Ambiance | Perry Lane Hotel - Savannah, GA
Southern charm is a sight to behold, as are the collected works from local artists throughout the luxurious Perry Lane Hotel in Savannah, Georgia. Like the hotel itself, the collection is eclectic, intimate and sophisticated. Outside of the hotel, a trip to Savannah has something for everyone. The downtown riverfront allows for world-class museums, restaurants, retail therapy or a tour of the historic district. Movie fans will want to visit Chippewa Square and sit at the iconic bench where Tom Hanks narrated the tale of “Forrest Gump.” Those looking to lounge around will find plenty of opportunity at the nearby beaches of Tybee Island or Hilton Head, while the ultimate loungers will enjoy the hotel’s rooftop, where a chic year-round pool and bar await.
Hikers’ Paradise | Whiteface Lodge - Lake Placid, NY
The most pristine leaf peeping in the country lies in what is truly upstate New York. The rustic Whiteface Lodge is set amongst the majestic Adirondack Mountains. Your squad will love getting back to nature with vibrant autumn hikes across the many marked trails and 46 mountain peaks. After a day outdoors, the award-winning wine list at Peak 47 and fine dining at the highly-rated Kanu restaurant both pair well with the expansive multi-colored views. Built in 2005, 25 years after the region hosted the 1980 Winter Olympics, the lodge is full of modern comforts including a range of health and wellness activities. The Lake Placid Spa hosts everything from outdoor yoga to massages with stones from the nearby Ausable River.
Sonoma Is For Sippers | Farmhouse Inn - Sonoma, CA
Weekends with your girlfriends are like being with family. That’s also the case at The Farmhouse Inn, where five generations have crafted custom itineraries for wine lovers. The inn’s 25 guest rooms are nestled among world-class vineyards in the Russian River Valley. Sit back, relax and enjoy a complimentary glass at the daily wine reception while you converse with your concierge. What follows from there is a fully curated private tasting excursion that will create lasting memories among you and your friends. Foodies will enjoy the on-site Michelin-starred restaurant of the same name that embodies a true farm-to-table expression of California’s finest. Then enjoy working off those meals with hiking, biking and whale watching treks throughout the stunning expanse of Southern California.
Get Jazzy In The Big Easy | Nopsi Hotel - New Orleans, LA
The Nopsi Hotel is a member of the National Registry of Historic Places, but don’t let that recognition fool you. The 2017 redesign of this restored landmark brings 217 rooms of heightened sophistication to New Orleans’ French Quarter. Start the night off right with a signature Gin Fizz at Henry’s Gin Bar and some live jazz at the rooftop pool. Dine at The Commander’s Palace without remorse, as you’ll be back to the pool for brunchy DJ sets the next morning. Finish the night off at one of NOLA’s legendary jazz clubs like Preservation Hall or the Davenport Lounge at the Ritz. Then take a walk with nature through the nearby Audubon Butterfly Garden for a moment of solace before you do it all again.