a winter REPRIEVE A s pretty as a snow globe, the first snowflakes of the season can be a welcome sight. And while midwestern winters inevitably start to feel long, a getaway is the perfect way to break up the monotony of the season. So, if you’re looking for an elevated escape this winter, we tapped travel expert Kendra Thornton of Royal Travel & Tours for some suggestions. Thornton is president of the luxury travel agency, which has been a fixture on the North Shore for over 45 years. Here are a few of her recommendations:
BIG SUR, CALIFORNIA
POST RANCH INN
Situated along the iconic Highway One on the cliffs of Big Sur, the Post Ranch Inn offers visitors a retreat unlike any other. According to Thornton, the Inn’s many yoga classes and guided meditations provide a great way to reenergize the mind, body, and spirit. She added that, in addition to breathtaking views, the resort is known for its luxury spa treatments and award-winning dining at Sierra Mar, which also serves up spectacular ocean sunsets. The Inn features a unique selection of suites and houses – even a freestanding luxury tree house perched over the surrounding forest.
LITTLE TORCH KEY, FLORIDA
If you're in search of higher temperatures, Little Palm Island Resort & Spa provides the perfect dose of winter warmth. Thornton noted that the resort is located in the Florida Keys, practically guaranteeing beautiful weather any time of year. Luxury bungalows, pristine white sand beaches, and snorkeling in the turquoise waters of the Atlantic are just some of the benefits of this remote paradise. LITTLE PALM ISLAND RESORT & SPA
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