Travel on the Road, Travel in Style
We are partnering with Auberge Resorts Collection to bring you three great road trip itineraries across the United States. The luxury brand’s tagline says it all: “Unforgettable Experiences in Storied Destinations.” Below you will find an iconic New England escape, an adventure in Utah and Colorado with the beautiful Rocky Mountains as your backdrop, and the best of California’s famed Napa Valley.
These hotels are all unique and waiting for you to discover all the little things that make America, our cities, our roads and these properties so amazing. And of course, booking through TRAVEL À LA CARTE means you get to enjoy added value and VIP perks along the way! Get in touch to plan your perfect adventure.
Let’s hit the road!
UTAH & COLORADO
Aspen | Telluride | Wanship
Hotel Jerome, Aspen, Colorado
Hotel Jerome has been the social hub of Aspen since its opening in 1889 at the height of the town’s silver boom. As the only Aspen hotel to survive the silver crash, the long pre-ski-resort winters, and the Depression, the historic hotel has seen cowboys ride through the doors, 10th Mountain Division soldiers gather round over pints after training on the slopes, and Hunter S. Thompson holding court during his run for sheriff. You can’t experience Aspen without experiencing Jerome - and being a part of its storied past. In Aspen, outdoor enthusiasts enjoy over 300 days of sunshine each year. During the winter month, world-class skiing, snowshoeing and snowboarding are available on any one of the area’s four mountains. During the warmer months, visitors can opt for 120-plus miles of hiking and biking trails, fly-fishing, golf and more. Hotel Jerome is the perfect year-round home-away-from-home.
Highlights not to miss!
Stand-up paddle board along the Colorado River with the beautiful Rocky Mountains as your backdrop.
Explore the vestiges of Ashcroft, an eerie silver mining ghost town.
Paraglide several thousand feet above Aspen Mountain for altitudes of up to 18,000 feet and incredible aerial views.
Madeline Hotel & Residences, Telluride, Colorado
Avid adventurers and lovers of the great outdoors call Telluride their spiritual home. Surrounded on all sides by 14,000-foot peaks, Madeline Hotel is adventure-central, with ski-in, ski-out access, endless hiking trails, and access to the rugged Colorado backcountry. Enjoy seasonal activities in style, with a Destination Concierge to help prepare your ski gear for a day on Telluride’s renowned slopes, recommend great hiking, arrange guided fly-fishing or jeep tours, or coordinate attendance at one of Telluride’s famous cultural festivals. Unwind at the end of the day with an Alpine-inspired massage in the spa or a swim in the outdoor pool. The place to celebrate at night? M Club, the resort’s signature restaurant.
Highlights not to miss!
Cycle the San Juan Mountains - offering a variety of terrain for all riding abilities!
Enjoy a private multi-course dinner prepared by Chef Mads - the resort’s Michelin-Starred Chef.
Golf with the iconic rockies as your backdrop - Perched at 9,417 feet above sea level, the Telluride Golf Course stands as one of the highest courses in the world.
The Lodge at Blue Sky: Wanship, Utah
The Lodge at Blue Sky is a contemporary luxury resort set on a 3,500-acre ranch near Park City, Utah. Blue Sky is the ultimate outdoor playground offering transformational Western-inspired experiences year-round. The 46 accommodations in Sky House, Earth House and Creek House are designed to mirror the unique aspects of the environment on which they are situated, and offer guests yet another powerful opportunity to reconnect with nature. Guests are invited to slow down and forge meaningful connections with the land, animals and people through a variety of unforgettable experiences. The iconic Auberge Spa invites reconnection with the self through indulgent treatments, yoga and guided meditation. Dining at Blue Sky features organic, locally sourced ingredients with many grown or harvested on-site.
Highlights not to miss!
For a truly elevated experience, enjoy one of the helicopter adventures. This includes heli-fishing, heli-skiing, heli-yoga, heli-hiking, and heli-mountain biking. A helicopter will take you to a higher, more remote destination so that you can truly experience all that Utah’s wilderness has to offer.
Discover your inner-artist with a variety of al fresco art classes.
Visit the High West Distillery for whiskey tastings and tours to learn about the distillation process.
NEW ENGLAND
Connecticut | Rhode Island | Maine
Mayflower Inn & Spa: Washington, Connecticut
Located in the picturesque town of Washington, Connecticut, Mayflower Inn & Spa is an exquisite country retreat, nestled in 58 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens and woodland. Just two hours’ drive from New York City, it is renowned as one of northeast America’s most distinguished luxury hideaways. Memories are made easily when you stay at this boutique hotel in Litchfield County, a portal to a simpler time, where the definitive measure of the good life is in soul-stirring moments rooted in the idyllic countryside. (Reopening June 20, 2020)
Highlights not to miss!
Enjoy a culinary tour of the Connecticut countryside as you sample cheese and wines from local dairy farms and wineries.
Wind your way along the Connecticut Antiques Trail to browse tiny shops with creaking floorboards stocked with 1700s Americana, mid-century modern pieces and vintage collectibles from every era.
Explore Mayflower Pond in a two person canoe, followed by a picnic on the lawn complete with hand-crafted cocktails or expertly paired wine.
From there, travel East along Route 84 as you meander ever closer to the Atlantic Ocean, passing through historic New England towns like New London, Stonington, Weekapaug and Narragansett. Making your way to one of Newport’s best-kept secrets: The Vanderbilt.
The Vanderbilt: Newport, Rhode Island
Originally built in 1909 by Alfred Gwynne Vanderbilt, a scion of the Vanderbilt family, the property is a vintage Newport mansion meticulously restored to its former glory, just minutes from the charming waterfront. Come for elegant fireplaces and museum-quality artwork in the lobby entrance, Christy’s Gallery and Snooker Room—along with pampering worthy of any railway baron. In the summer, enjoy exquisite dining on the Garden Terrace and evening drinks along the popular rooftop bar with sweeping views of Newport Harbor. (Reopening June 26, 2020)
Highlights not to miss!
Experience the Cliff Walk, a 3.5 mile journey along the shoreline offering breathtaking ocean and mansion views from a different perspective.
Stroll along lively Thames Street, lined on both sides with shopping, bars, restaurants and historic homes.
Take to the seas on a historic America’s Cup winner, including the Weatherley and Intrepid!
After Newport, it’s time to head North towards Boston. For the direct route, I95 is your bet, but for a quieter and more scenic adventure, it’s best to head slightly West first toward Providence, wind your way a little slower back East towards Worcester, Lowell and Portsmouth, ultimately landing in iconic Kennebunkport, Maine at the timeless White Barn Inn.
White Barn Inn: Kennebunkport, Maine
Located in the beautiful coastal town of Kennebunkport, White Barn Inn has been a beloved local landmark for over 150 years, synonymous with warm New England hospitality, rustic charm, and uncompromising attention to detail. Just a 90 minutes’ drive north of Boston, this inviting property is renowned as one of the country’s most distinctive getaways. At the White Barn Restaurant, award-winning dining and expertly choreographed service unfold. (Reopening June 28, 2020)
Highlights not to miss!
Walk through the Franciscan Monastery directly across the street from the White Barn Inn. Located on 60+ acres of parcel, these beautiful grounds and walking paths are open to the public, providing access to the riverfront in a truly peaceful, even spiritual, setting.
Join Captain Steve on a two to three hour private trip through the coast of Kennebunk and lobster grounds, and a one-of-a-kind lobstering experience!
Bike to Gooch’s Beach. Enjoy the beach with an exclusive White Barn Beach set up.
CALIFORNIA
Napa Valley
Calistoga Ranch, Calistoga, California
Nestled into a private canyon in Upper Napa Valley on a 157-acre site lies the renowned Calistoga Ranch, an Auberge Resort. Immerse yourself in the natural beauty surrounding the resort’s 50 freestanding lodges, which have cedar exteriors, floor-to-ceiling windows, indoor/outdoor living spaces, fireplaces, expansive decks, and secluded outdoor showers; some lodges include outdoor hot tubs. Local cuisine at the private Lakehouse Restaurant pairs perfectly with the list of Napa Valley wines, including the Calistoga Ranch private label. The Spa at Calistoga Ranch is a rejuvenating sanctuary surrounded by oak trees with soaking pools of mineral-rich waters, and the swimming pool overlooks the on-property vineyard and the beautiful land!
Highlights not to miss!
Enjoy a picnic set up anywhere you would like - in the vineyard, on any of on-property hiking trails, or on the Lawn overlooking our serene lake.
Enjoy a custom wine tour in the luxurious comfort of a 1947 Packard convertible limousine! Your driver doubles as your personal wine guide, taking you behind the scenes to meet the people, winemakers, and families behind lesser-known, small boutique wineries throughout the valley. You’ll have the opportunity to walk through vineyards, explore caves and taste world-class wines, followed by a gourmet picnic lunch at a scenic spot.
Meet the Calistoga ranch animals! Take a morning stroll to the chicken coop and gather eggs, explore the property while you take Cal for a walk, spend some time feeding our resident goats, or even play beekeeper for a day!
Solage, Calistoga, California
Discover Solage, An Auberge Resort. This Forbes Five Star premier resort is located on 22 acres and surrounded by mountains and vineyards at the northern end of world-renowned Napa Valley wine country. Discover small-town charm blended with urban sophistication in 89 eco-friendly studio accommodations. The resort is home to Solbar, which features healthy fare from its seasonally sourced menus. The award-winning 20,000-square-foot Spa Solage provides a relaxed retreat, featuring five geothermal pools, a spacious fitness center, and a movement studio.
Highlights not to miss!
Grab the cruiser bikes that come with your room and ride along the legendary Silverado Trail! You can ride to the area’s best wineries, as well as downtown Calistoga’s restaurants and boutiques.
Enjoy live music from rotating musicians outside on the Solbar patio.
Go ziplining through the majestic redwood forest.
Auberge du Soleil, Rutherford, California
Inspired by the south of France and infused with California soul, Auberge du Soleil is the quintessential adult getaway in Napa Valley. The property began as the dream of French restaurateur, Claude Rouas. In 1981, with business partner, Bob Harmon, Rouas opened Napa Valley’s first fine-dining restaurant, designed to reflect a taste of Provence in California wine country. The immediate success prompted the addition of “The Inn of the Sun” five years later. Nestled within a terraced, sun-kissed hillside amid 33-acres of heritage olive and oak trees, the breathtaking views are reason enough to visit. The hotel’s 50 contemporary guestrooms and suites effortlessly blend relaxed sophistication with understated elegance, earning a long-standing reputation as wine country’s most iconic luxury property.
Highlights not to miss!
Nestled within the heritage olive grove in Parc du Soleil, the Le Jardin Terrace is one of the most romantic locations on property. Begin your evening with a celebratory champagne toast, then enjoy a private dinner for two under the twinkle lights and wisteria arbor. A framed photo of your experience will serve as a lifelong memory of this special time spent together.
Stroll through one of the most comprehensive outdoor sculpture gardens in California situated on the grounds of Auberge du Soleil - available exclusively for guests. Curated and maintained by ÆRENA Galleries & Gardens, the Auberge du Soleil Sculpture Garden showcases more than 100 works by more than 60 California artists.
Browse Napa Valley’s Main Street. Sample locally produced honey, olive oil, chocolates, artisan cheeses wine and craft beer, and enjoy the many boutiques and galleries that line the main streets of Yountville, St. Helena and Calistoga.
Booking through TRAVEL À LA CARTE means you will enjoy the following perks during your stay!
Upgrade on arrival, subject to availability
Breakfast daily for two guests per bedroom
$100 USD Resort/hotel credit, to be utilized during stay
Early check-in/late check-out, subject to availability
Complimentary Wi-Fi
Plus another perk varying by property, including 3rd night free, private kitchen tour, welcome amenity, and more. Ask for details!
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