Escapism: Our Favorite Nature and Wellness Destinations

The Grampians

Whether you are looking for adventure or enlightenment, one can awaken their senses and experience life unleashed at Grampians National Park in Victoria, Australia. With endless panoramic views of mountain ranges, we are dreaming of the majestic wonders of this ancient and rugged landscape that is dotted with surprises around every turn. Here one can journey back thousands of years with a hike through the endless valley while encountering water cascading over cliffs at Mackenzie Falls alongside some of the oldest and most prolific art in the world, Aboriginal rock art. We look forward to days enjoying a taste of some of the oldest and most mysterious wine varietals, like our favorite sparkling wine eponymous of the region, while watching the sky turn pink and purple as the sun sets over the mountains.

CIVANA Wellness Resort & Spa

Nestled high in the Sonoran Desert discover CIVANA, a holistic wellness resort located just outside of Scottsdale. Grounded in principles of flexibility, personalization, and approachability, CIVANA is a premium destination for the wellness conscious traveler looking for a highly personalized wellness experience that doesn’t feel prescriptive, restrictive, or regimented, leaving guests craving their next visit. We are looking forward to days spent at the majestic resort which features unlimited wellness classes drawing upon varied disciplines and techniques in themes of Healthy Cuisine, Movement, Discovery, and the Healing Arts. The perfect respite, The Spa is CIVANA’s crown jewel. The two-story, 22,000 square-foot spa recaptures the time-honored art of healing through water (Salus Per Aquam) in the hydrotherapy thermal circuit of hot and cold pools, cool waterfall shower and beautiful KLAFS SANARIUM®- the only one in the continental U.S. – as well as unique wellbeing treatments such as Aqua Shiatsu, reiki, energy aligning chi massages, and more.

Marram Montauk

There’s nothing like the sounds of the ocean to soothe your soul, which is why Long Island’s Montauk is the perfect barefoot-luxury antidote to city living. We are longing for an escape at Marram Montauk to watch the sunrise as waves crash onto pristine sand beaches, before revitalizing the mind and body with meditation and yoga – the ideal way to start a summer day in the relaxed surf town. As soon as the sun’s in the sky, surfers head out into the swell to catch some waves, while the cowboys at heart meander through picturesque woodland trails and across white sandy shores at Deep Hollow Ranch, the USA’s oldest working cattle ranch. We look forward to evenings spent outdoors, gathered around the firepit, drinking locally produced crisp white wine; exploring Montauk’s buzzing food scene, with some of the East Coast’s finest fresh lobster available at The Lobster Roll, and old school American diner food at John’s Drive-In; or gazing up at the stars at Montauk Observatory or camped out on the beach.

Troutbeck

The gateway to the upstate cultural and creative corridor, Troutbeck is a serene, historic estate hotel located just outside the city in the heart of the Hudson Valley. With a storied 250-year history as a favorite retreat for romantics, naturalists, humanists, and poets, today Troutbeck is a restorative getaway offering the very best of the region. Troutbeck’s rich history is complemented by a variety of on-property recreational pursuits, such as foraging, falconry, miles of hiking and biking trails, and a stunning pool and tennis courts, giving visitors the opportunity to explore and engage with the remarkable natural estate. Troutbeck’s deep appreciation of its landscape and the surrounding region is further exhibited in its newly revitalized hyper-local culinary offerings. We look forward to hitting the tennis courts on summer mornings, admiring the property’s thought-provoking rotating art exhibits, wandering the stunning gardens with a cocktail in hand after a farm-fresh dinner and relaxing by the pool with not a care in the world.

As we continue our escapism journey, we take a moment to reflect on the wonders of nature. The lush flora of springtime, picturesque landscapes seeping with serenity, or the calming sounds of a gentle stream. Take a moment to dream with us and discover destinations filled with nature’s greatest gifts. Click through to discover places where you can escape and find ways to bring your body, mind, and spirit back to equilibrium.