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Nov 6, 2024 | 
hautelivingsf.com | Becca Hensley |Haute Hotels
Boundless snow. High altitude air. Puffy jackets. And a new quiver of skis or snowboards to test your mettle on the mountain. We know you can’t wait for ski season. Ready to tackle the slopes? Here’s where we’re going this year. Architektur Fotograf Leipzig für Interieur, Exterieur Werbefotografie und FilmproduktionenBe among the first to experience Switzerland’s newest ski sensation, a sublime back country lodge for freeriders in the canton Valais, perched high above the tony resort town of Verbier.
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Oct 24, 2024 | 
hautelivingsf.com | Fran Miller |Haute Hotels
Florida, in the dead of winter? Yes, please! Mark your calendar for January 17 – 19, 2025 when the esteemed Napa Valley Vintners and The Boca Raton join forces for the highly anticipated Artisans of Wine & Food weekend. Head to sunny South Florida for this first-of-its-kind event that will bring together more than 75 winemakers, 20+ celebrated and Michelin-starred chefs, and immersive programming for a celebration of fine wine and food that promises to become a coveted annual tradition.
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Oct 23, 2024 | 
hautelivingsf.com | Fran Miller |Haute Hotels
I find it a good sign when I spot recognizable VIPs within a hotel lobby. Such people typically have hotel and resort options; knowing they’ve made the same choice as I confirms my selection. Such was the case recently at Grand Hyatt Indian Wells Resort & Villas, where upon my check-in, I saw a number of professional athletes milling about in the newly refurbished lobby.
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Sep 24, 2024 | 
hautelivingsf.com | Becca Hensley |Haute Hotels
As she pours wine into proffered etched-crystal flutes, the sommelier explains that sabering, now a theatrical way to serve up a bottle of Champagne, was legendarily invented by Napoleon Bonaparte and his light cavalrymen, the Hussars.
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Sep 23, 2024 | 
hautelivingsf.com | Fran Miller |Haute Hotels
You’ve likely seen the images of crystalline waters over which guest bungalows perch. Mount Otemanu rises as a stunning focal point in the distance. Lush, tropical greenery frames a blue lagoon that teems with colorful marine life. And pink and gold sunsets cast palm tree reflections in the swimming pool. While it all may appear to be fantasy, Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora is real, and it’s spectacular. A stunning sunset over the Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora swimming pool.
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Aug 14, 2024 | 
hautelivingsf.com | Fran Miller |Haute Hotels
True to its name, Sausalito’s The Inn Above Tide perches directly over San Francisco Bay waters. All 33 of its guestrooms and suites feature panoramic views that on any given day may include the presence of kayakers, paddleboarders, sailboats, ferries, sea lions, and flocks of pelicans softly gliding by. The inn provides a veritable front row seat to varied seafaring activity.
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Aug 9, 2024 | 
hautelivingsf.com | Fran Miller |Haute Hotels
It’s no exaggeration to claim that Costa Palmas is changing the face of Los Cabos. Just 50 minutes north of Los Cabos International Airport, but a world away from the resort-lined “corridor” between Cabo San Lucas and San José del Cabo, Costa Palmas is a destination unto itself, favored by A-list celebrities, titans of industry, professional athletes, and others seeking luxurious refuge within the popular region.
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Jul 30, 2024 | 
hautelivingsf.com | Fran Miller |Haute Hotels
Seattle is spectacular on a clear day. As adjacent Elliott Bay shimmers in the sunlight, the surrounding Cascades, Olympic Mountains, and Mt. Rainier provide a stunning backdrop. Lake Union and Lake Washington become party central as sailboats, kayakers, and paddleboarders drift along the Montlake Cut, the graffitied University of Washington-adjacent canal that links the two bodies of water. The revelry, inspired by the sun’s warmth, creates a pervasive atmosphere of pure joy.
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Jul 22, 2024 | 
hautelivingsf.com | Jennifer Boden |Haute Hotels
Nestled on Monterey Bay, and only a block from historic Cannery Row, the Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa is a true gem, with coastal beauty that envelops you at every turn. But it’s not just the dramatic views that make it special. The Monterey Plaza’s perfect location allows for up-close encounters with diverse marine life. Keep your eyes peeled for dolphins, sea lions, and even whales. Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa. My recent stay at the Monterey Plaza Hotel was inspiring.
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Jul 1, 2024 | 
hautelivingsf.com | Fran Miller |Haute Hotels
Wide, open spaces, snow-capped mountain peaks, pristine forests, and thriving wildlife. Jackson Hole, Wyoming has changed little since European and American settlers made it their home in the 19th century. And that’s a large part of the region’s appeal. The fabulous National Park System, and the public’s respectful awe allow Jackson Hole to remain an unspoiled vacation spot where natural beauty and adventure abound.
