Explore America's Colors: Top Vibrant Destinations for Your Ultimate Summer Adventure
VIBRANT ALL-AMERICAN DESTINATIONS TO EXPERIENCE THIS SUMMER
Our minimal social interactions and day-to-day routines at home have created an intense longing for a great escape. Now that the U.S. and many countries are undergoing phased re-openings, we’re optimistic for the future! After all, travel is not merely freeing. It unites, inspires, educates, and is a constant reminder that the diversity of peoples, landscapes, cultures, and cuisines is why we love exploring the U.S. and the world at large. While we can't wait to dust off our passports when the time is right, who needs one when we’re reminded of how much there is to explore in our own backyard? From colorful beaches and jaw-dropping coastlines to otherworldly sights and geologic wonders, below are four uniquely American experiences saturated in natural beauty and intrigue.
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MIAMI, FLORIDA
We'd be remiss not to mention Miami when highlighting colorful U.S. getaways. If gorgeous white sand beaches (now open), cerulean waters, and iconic colorful lifeguard stands are the reason you come, Miami's rich and flavorful culture will be the reason you won't want to leave. It's home to the world's largest collection of Art Deco architecture, arguably the best Cuban sandwiches in the U.S., and nature lovers will appreciate that it is surrounded by both Biscayne and Everglades National Parks. We recommend staying at 1 Hotel South Beach. This property features sweeping views of the Atlantic, which you can view from your stylish and sustainable retreat. Suites were designed using natural, reclaimed materials, ensuring your stay in Miami is one-of-a-kind in every way.
YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK
Magnificent, surreal, unfathomably complex and beautiful... the words that come to mind when describing Yellowstone are as understated as the park is vast. Simply stated, Yellowstone is magical, and it's impossible not to be moved by this immense unspoiled canvas of the American West. If you've been before, you know that experiencing it once is simply not enough, and each visit is life-changing in a new way. Encompassing nearly 3,500 square miles, the park boasts more than half of the active geysers in the world, hundreds of waterfalls, thousands of archaeological sites and hiking trails, and countless opportunities to spot incredible wildlife - including grizzlies! Because this national treasure is wholly exhilarating, we recommend unwinding with a few scoops of huckleberry ice cream at Old Faithful Inn while waiting for its namesake to perform. After watching the sunset at Artist Point overlooking Yellowstone's own Grand Canyon, venture 35 scenic miles north to Sage Lodge, located on the banks of the Yellowstone River. Open now, here you'll sink into true Montana hospitality while you reflect on the day's adventures.
Don't let the size of Rhode Island fool you. The Ocean State is packed full of New England charm. From its sandy shores framed by dune grass blowing in the breeze to its delectable seafood, a visit to "Little Rhody" is sure to leave you as happy as a clam. Discerning travelers should retreat to Ocean House - a destination in and of itself - located in Watch Hill. Famously known for its warm sunny facade, this property opened in 1868 after the Civil War and became the quintessential getaway for travelers looking to spend their summers by the sea at the turn of the century.
Rebuilt to restore its original romance and grandeur, this Relais & Châteaux member is situated on thirteen acres of gorgeous oceanfront bluffs. It also has a private white-sand beach with cabana service and views of Montauk, Block Island, and the Atlantic. Reopening on June 16, be sure your stay includes a Friday so you don’t miss the good old-fashioned New England lobster boil on the beach, complete with a live band.
BIG SUR, CALIFORNIA
The name Big Sur is derived from the Spanish el sur grande, meaning the big South, which refers to its location south of the Monterey Peninsula. Spanning 90 miles, it is the longest stretch of undeveloped coastline in the U.S. and one of the most spectacularly scenic routes in the world. We guarantee your jaw will drop with nearly every winding turn in the road while you chase the sun and watch as waves crash into the jagged shores below. Wander through redwood forests, enjoy a picnic on the beach and watch for humpback whales to breach the surface, and marvel as McWay Falls (pictured above) cascades into the ocean at Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park. Enjoy a glass of wine and a moonlit evening of stargazing from your private deck or pool at Post Ranch Inn - our recommendation for your accommodation. Renown for its stunning organic architecture, this luxurious and romantic escape will be reopening on July 1 and should not be missed.
MICHAEL SHANE STEPHENS
Curated Global Travel
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