A great deal of travel advertising targets the newlywed couple, the blithesome pair in search of that perfect honeymoon hotel, where a stay will ensure a happy marriage to come. But what if you just got out of one? Where is 2001 Nicole Kidman going, after signing the divorce papers from Tom Cruise? ( This meme has since been debunked by Kidman herself, but that's besides the point.)
On my first day at Canyon Ranch's $20,000 four-day Longevity8 retreat in November, the schedule sounded dauntingly packed: I received a list of appointments with doctors and wellness specialists across a range of fields, from fitness to flexibility, meditation to mental health. In between electrocardiograms, carotid ultrasounds, and DEXA scans, I would attend spa appointments, fitness classes, and group hikes through the Santa Catalina Mountains;
Its biggest claim to fame is Tanglewood, the Boston Symphony Orchestra's summer home, which draws audiences for a wide range of performances, from classical concerts to popular guest artists. Theater lovers, though, often head to Shakespeare & Company, a long-running festival with a busy calendar of plays, while readers and history buffs make time for The Mount, Edith Wharton's former estate.
While you check off the bucket list attractions and hidden foodie gems you've seen come to life in your favorite shows and all over TikTok, a great hotel is a relaxing retreat that plays to its home base's strengths in one aesthetic package: Great culinary and beverage options that are a nod to the local scene, state-of-the-art amenities, and curated activities just steps away from your pristine suite (all with no cleaning required, deliciously crisp sheets, and a room service menu at your fingertips).
More hotels are tuning into the fact that healing deserves a beautiful backdrop. These aren't just places to sleep-they're sanctuaries designed to help guests reboot, recharge, and rediscover their spark.