The months of winter they are perfect for those escapades to warmer regions in which to let yourself be pampered forget about the cold for a while, although also for enjoy winter landscapes from warmth and comfort. And what better way to do that than by booking some new and different hotel? across the Atlantic?
Take advantage of the holidays to get to know something totally new while compensating for the typical drop in energy of the season with a resort on the beach, a classic Florida stately hotel or an eco-adventure in Costa Rica.
Cozy Interiors at The Virginian Lodge
THE VIRGINIAN LODGE, JACKSON, WYOMING
LOCATION : The Virginian Lodge is less than a mile from beautiful downtown jackson and its pleasant bars and restaurants, galleries and shops vintage of surprising variety. It doesn't take long to drive to the Jackson Hole Mountain Resort , and is an ideal starting point for exploring the National Parks of the Grand Tetons and Yellowstone.
WHY WE LOVE IT : This area of Wyoming enthuses itself with its excellent installations of ski in winter , its impressive routes of hiking Y cycling mountains in summer and autumn and its incredible natural beauty throughout the year. But in addition, this renovated mountain hotel it has an appeal of its own that invites you to visit Jackson and immerse yourself in its unique atmosphere.
Have 165 rooms and is inspired by roadside hotels from the 1960s and 1970s , with exterior rooms linked by corridors and a large pool in the central courtyard.
It has an air reminiscent of western style from the classic tv series Grizzly Adams Y little house on the prairie (supposed to be set in the late 19th century, but the unmistakable '70s aesthetic is evident): wood paneling on the walls, pictures of cowboys, the inevitable stuffed animal heads, mauve carpet and lamps made from wagon wheels.
We will not deny that it is extravagant, but if there is a place where drift into the wild west , albeit with a slightly fanciful filter, is this. The hotel opens in January 2022 and, that same spring, it will be the new home of Billy's Burgers , the famous Burger Jackson's which closed several years ago, a perfect opportunity to get to know this city in the most authentic way. From €141 per night.
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The extensive grounds of AltaGracia
ALTAGRACIA HACIENDA, COSTA RICA
LOCATION: recently auberge resorts has opened its first hotel in Costa Rica , on a 52-hectare site in the tropical forests of the Talamanca mountain range , southeast of the country. The tropical birds that inhabit the area are just one of its many attractions, along with the coffee plantations, the routes through the jungle, the horse stables and the nearby river , to bathe in the middle of nature.
WHY WE LOVE IT: Costa Rica has been at the forefront of the sustainable and ecological tourism . From one of the 50 earth-toned houses that populate Hacienda AltaGracia You can appreciate this type of leisure in all its fullness: horse trips through the jungle, picnics in the beautiful Mina Escondida waterfall and bathrooms in your natural pool.
But AltaGracia is not alone in that, and has included a wellness program in collaboration with The Well Institute which has quickly become the best in the area. It includes hydrotherapy treatments in indoor pools with jungle views and guided retreats focused on topics such as energy flow.
This may be the most perfect fusion between wellness and nature that has come out of the pandemic. From €1,370 per night, all inclusive
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An explosion of color and textures in a double room at the Drake
Drake's bar, one of the neighborhood's favorite places
MODERN WING SECTION OF THE DRAKE HOTEL, TORONTO
LOCATION: The Drake Hotel is located in the artsy neighborhood of West Queen West , in Toronto. Their galleries, cafes and boutiques give for several evenings of entertainment, but it is also close to other important neighborhoods such as Little Portugal Y Kensington.
The hotel takes almost two decades being the favorite in the area , not only for the accommodation but also for the events and concerts that are celebrated in it. This new section reinforces the importance of the place as neighborhood meeting center . It is unbeatable as a point from which to discover the city.
WHY WE LOVE IT: It is true that the Drake is not a new hotel as such. But a whole new section in one of our favorite hotels toronto , which also doubles the number of rooms, is well worth a visit. the recent modern wing It is a kind of sampler of the local crafts , an aesthetic carried out by the architecture firm Diamond Schmitt.
The 32 rooms are spread over five broad floors with a cheerful display of colors and textures, from the bold decorations on the walls to green and black marble that surrounds the deep bathtubs.
Connect directly with common zones so appreciated by the people of the area and it is the place ideal to meet toronto really, the face of the city that any of its neighbors knows. From €285 per night.
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Exterior of The Boca Raton's Flamingo Grill, part of the collaboration with Major Food Group
THE WEDDING MOUSE, FLORIDA
LOCATION: East holiday resort it covers more than 80 hectares of shoreline along a lake and stretches from the ocean to the port area of mouth rat . It's at north of Miami and al South of West Palm Beach , less than an hour from both places. With their spas, private beaches Y restaurants own, it is a destination in itself, and staying here means no need to go out at all.
WHY WE LOVE IT: The original Boca Raton has already achieved transform south Florida in a summer paradise when it opened almost a century ago . This month comes its latest version, with a reform of 150 million dollars, and it looks like it's going to attract everyone a new generation of visitors.
Any site bearing the signature of Mario Carbone and his team interests us and, with food by Major Food Group , even more. They bring sites like flamingo grill and a Sadelle's new, as spectacular as the original New York and with design Rockwell Group , of David Rockwell.
The spa , with its wide range of wellness treatments, occupies more than 4,600 square meters, but there is still room for new beach and pool clubs and for their renovated suites nails on beautiful views of the ocean. It's a holiday resort timeless , a reinvented creation to offer everything that anyone would want from vacation right now. From €1,137 per night.
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Practical and cozy double rooms at the Short Stories hotel
SHORT STORIES HOTEL, LOS ANGELES
LOCATION : It is between The Angels Y West-Hollywood , very close to The Original Farmer's Market and the fantastic shopping area of 3rd Street , which can be reached on foot (much appreciated in a city so dominated by cars). It's more or less the same close to downtown and Santa Monica, an unbeatable location.
WHY WE LOVE IT: In this area they have opened a good number of excellent hotels recently, including the new Edition, Thompson and 1 Hotel . But what makes the Short Stories , which is also what we like the most, is its size: with only 66 rooms (about a third the size of the big hotels in the area), this Boutique hotel manages to convey an authentic sensation of privacy, comfort Y Calm down.
The relaxed atmosphere of Southern California noticeable in the leafy landscaped courtyard , with its outdoor living room and its peaceful pool area , perfect for have a cocktail in the sun after a visit to LACMA.
The rooms tend towards simplicity and white, but the elegance of the design is undeniable: marble table lamps, black and white terrazzo sinks in the bathrooms and artwork by Kenton Nelson , painter from Los Angeles. This unique and cozy place will open its doors to early 2022. From €213 per night.
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Beach at the O2 Beach Club & Spa in Barbados
O2 BEACH CLUB & SPA
LOCATION: The complex is in the neighborhood of Saint Lawrence Gap, in Barbados , in the area of the south coast of the island, known for its activity and number of restaurants that can be found in its streets. The airport it's close enough to make a taxi ride easy and straightforward, and Just 10 minutes.
WHY WE LOVE IT: Barbados is exactly the kind of warm place and waters at pleasant temperatures that you dream of in winter, but what is really worthwhile about this island is that there is much more to do than sunbathe at the beach.
There is not only ideal areas for surfing, there are also beautiful places to organize excursions , charming towns to visit and a gastronomy Possibly the best in the area. This new complex has 130 rooms and all services included , and is a perfect base from which to explore the entire island.
It is located in front of the dover beach , one of the best areas for learn surfing of the entire island, and is a few meters from Barry's School, where you can rent material and teach. there are peaceful restaurants and bars everywhere that make it worthwhile to go out for a walk, but there are also options for people who prefer arrive at the hotel and not leave it.
Since the rooms, designed by the Caribbean interior designer Michelle Leotaud , among which there are suites for adults only, up to the nice spa , going through the six restaurants and poolside loungers And on the beach, there's enough entertainment that no one has any regrets about not stepping foot outside.
With all services included, no need to worry about how much to tip or looking for a place to put your wallet to take a bath. From €563 per night, all inclusive.
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