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Escape to Punta Mita

Indulge in Riviera Nayarit’s “gateway to paradise.” By Steve Zepezauer   Though I’d been here before, it still feels like a dream I’m having for the first time. As our car slowly snakes down the cobblestone road, we are engulfed by the unbelievably green and dense terrain, which offers only the occasional...

Winter’s Favorite Town

Visit Park City to hit the slopes and enjoy apres ski in a charming mountain town that feels as if you’ve landed in a snow globe. By Ashley Ryan   As soft, fluffy snowflakes float down around you amid the twinkling lights of Main Street, it’s hard to deny the magic of...

Beach Retreat

Historic Hotel del Coronado offers the ideal setting for a quick getaway. By Sharon Stello   Shimmering in the sun, thanks to golden flecks of mica in the soft sand, San Diego’s Coronado Beach stretches 1.5 miles long and is frequently named one of the top 10 beaches in the U.S. This...

A Relaxing Retreat

Hotel Mousai, a Puerto Vallarta resort with all-inclusive options, offers an ideal setting to rest and recharge. By Sharon Stello   Standing in the infinity-edge pool on the rooftop of Hotel Mousai, gazing out at the lush green hills and the deep blue of the Pacific Ocean—with an icy drink in hand,...

Desert Getaway

Scottsdale offers the ultimate oasis for weekend retreats or luxurious weeklong escapes. By Sharon Stello   A six-hour drive—or a quick flight—from Orange County, the majestic landscape of the Sonoran Desert unfolds as you travel through Arizona. The shapes and shadows of rocky outcroppings and saguaro cactus shift as the sun sinks...

Island Adventures

Luxurious resorts, stunning scenery and eco-minded excursions make Turks and Caicos an ideal retreat. By Sharon Stello   Gentle waves of turquoise water lapping onto white sand beaches. Flocks of pink flamingos taking flight. Sea turtles swimming among the mangroves. Wild iguanas roaming around remote islands. Bright-colored fish flitting between coral reefs....

Powder Powerhouses

Hit the slopes on freshly groomed trails with plenty of amenities at some of the West’s best ski resorts this season. By Ashley Ryan   Southern California is often a slice of paradise, with year-round sunshine and warm weather that makes Christmas on the coast feel more like springtime than winter. However, there...

The Pacific Side of Los Cabos

Experience a different kind of serenity in Baja. By Steve Zepezauer   Whether you’re a geography nerd or not, the thought of visiting a place on the map that is so ridiculously distinguishable can be somewhat mind-blowing. Walking within a few hundred yards of the southernmost tip of the Baja peninsula is...

New and Hidden Gems

Rediscover San Diego by exploring some of the city’s latest additions and lesser-known spots worth seeking out. By Ashley Ryan and Sharon Stello   Often overshadowed by its bigger tourist attractions, San Diego is filled with eateries, shops and other destinations that are among local favorites. Here, we offer a glimpse at...

Gone Glamping

From cabins to fully furnished yurts, several locales along the coast offer rustic yet luxury lodging, plenty of amenities and a chance to unwind and immerse in nature. By Sharon Stello   After the year we’ve all been through, nothing sounds better than spending a stress-free weekend relaxing in nature—but without giving...