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CONTENTS

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FEATURES

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CHANGE THE WAY YOU SEE THE WORLD

Discover how experiential travel creates more fulfilling memories.

BY MICHAELA TRIMBLE

Yellowstone National Park

60 5 NATIONAL PARK ADVENTURES Our picks for can’t-miss excursions in America’s most incredible parks.

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BY JORIE LARSEN

GW Fins | New Orleans

66 SOUTHERN RISING

Take a seat at the table in these red-hot foodie cities in the Deep South.

BY KRISTIN LUNA

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34 ADVENTURE

WELCOME LETTER

You’ve never cruised

10 MEMBER NEWS

like this before.

Inspirato members

38 GLOBALLY

experience a New Year’s Eve Caribbean

INSPIRED

cruise, Family Day at

Infuse your home

the Rockies, a cooking

with the spirit and

class with Chef Marcia

style of your favorite

Smart, Michelin-Star

vacation destination.

foodie weekend in

42 FACES

Chicago, and more.

For Inspirato member

14 IN THE MOMENT

and music promoter

See what Inspirato

Louis Messina, it’s

members and

guests posted about

accessory is a vacation

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photo shoot.

Inspirato’s co-founder

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The latest travel

Facebook.

46 MEMBER

shares some of his

RECOMMENDED

favorite adventures

A vintner’s cottage in

with the club.

the heart of Sonoma.

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72 INSPIRATO ONLY Members-only

18 WHAT TO READ

experiences designed

AND WATCH

by our team of

Before you visit Bali,

travel experts.

Central Mexico, or

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136 THERE I WAS

the Galápagos.

A Vail mountaintop

20 INSPIRATO

gender reveal.

INSIDER Destination experts

PORTFOLIO

share tips for a

79 THE INSPIRATO

memorable trip.

COLLECTION

22 CULTURE

Explore the world’s

19 places to seek

leading portfolio of

adventure in 2019.

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all about balance.

44 TRAVEL TRENDS

on Instagram and

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136

luxury vacation homes

28 DRINK

and hotels located in

Emerging wine

magnificent locations

regions to visit now.

around the globe.

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19 TRENDING PLACES TO VISIT

TRY LIVING LIKE A LOCAL

THE NEW WAY TO SET SAIL

IN 2019 AND BEYOND

ON YOUR NEXT VACATION

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SNOWMASS, EVOLVED.

Introducing One Snowmass with Inspirato. A mid-century-inspired masterpiece anchored in the heart of the new Snowmass Base Village, the most significant new community in a decade in Aspen/Snowmass, named SKI Magazine’s #1 ski resort in the West.

These whole-ownership, slope-side residences include membership to The Inspirato Club and access to an on-site private lounge and Inspirato’s vacation portfolio around the world. Call 888-418-9001 or visit AllinSnowmass.com/ONE to learn more.

THE REAL ESTATE DESCRIBED HEREIN IS LOCATED IN THE STATE OF COLORADO. ALL CONTRACTS AND OTHER DOCUMENTS RELATING TO THE SALE OF THIS REAL ESTATE SHALL BE EXECUTED ONLY IN THE STATE OF COLORADO. NO OTHER STATE BUREAU OR DIVISION OF REAL ESTATE HAS INSPECTED, EXAMINED OR QUALIFIED THIS OFFERING. Features, plans, rendering images and information presented in this brochure are solely for marketing and illustrative purposes and are subject to change or elimination without notice. They should not be relied upon as accurately representing the features of any specific condominium unit or the final development of the project. Prices shown are subject to change without notice.

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PUBLISHER Kristen Baker EDITORS Jorie Larsen, Stephanie Prince Alexander, Cortni Dietz

MANAGING EDITOR Kristen Baker

CREATIVE DIRECTOR Lindsay Burke

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ART DIRECTOR Shannon Moore

PHOTO EDITOR Joe Rahim

INSPIRATO STAFF & CONTRIBUTORS Stephanie Prince Alexander, Cortni Dietz, Justin Ewing, Jorie Larsen, Morgan Morris, Joe Rahim, Ashley Thompson

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Kristin Luna, Elizabeth Marglin, Michaela Trimble

CONTRIBUTING ARTISTS & PHOTOGRAPHERS Anne Marie D’Arcy, Vance Fox, Jamie Link, Michaela Trimble, Stephan Werk

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WELCOME

CELEBRATE Inspirato CEO Brent Handler, the Handler family, and friends ring in the New Year on Inspirato’s New Year’s Eve cruise.

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THE THRILL OF A NEW EXPERIENCE ONE OF THE MOST EXCITING aspects of travel is the chance to experience something new. Trying something novel—such as scuba diving for the first time or flying in a seaplane to a remote island—brings a thrill that often stays with us long after we’ve returned home.

In the past year, I’ve enjoyed the opportunity to travel with Inspirato to Paris, San Diego, and Los Cabos, to name just a few. My family and I also rung in 2019 on an Inspirato Only New Year’s Eve Caribbean Cruise.

Celebrating the New Year with a spectacular fireworks show over St. Barts is a memory I won’t soon forget.

As our club has grown, we’re thrilled to give Inspirato members exciting new ways to make memories in the world’s most extraordinary places, whether that means embarking on a one-of-a-kind Inspirato Only experience, staying in an Inspirato Collection home or hotel, or setting off on a completely customized Bespoke trip.

You’ll find plenty of vacation inspiration in the pages of this magazine, our first-ever issue dedicated to the pursuit of adventure and experiential travel.

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Follow along as we explore five national park adventures not to be missed (p. 60), share authentic recipes from classic Southern eateries (p. 66), and explore how Inspirato makes it easy to enjoy authentic cultural experiences in countries like Zambia, Peru, and Italy (p. 50).

Elsewhere, learn about the world’s emerging wine regions (p. 28), see why Inspirato Only cruises offer a boutique luxury experience like no other (p. 34), and choose your next adventure from our list of the top 19 must-see destinations for 2019 (p. 22).

Wherever you vacation this year, I hope you get to experience the thrill of trying something new and fully immersing yourself in a destination. It’s one of life’s great joys.

Enjoy the journey, BRENT HANDLER FOUNDER & CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

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MEMBER NEWS Club highlights from the past year

NEW YEAR’S CRUISE THROUGH THE CARIBBEAN ST. MARTIN TO ST. BARTS DECEMBER 2018

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his winter, Inspirato hosted 105 members and their guests for a bucketlist celebration to ring in the New Year: a megayacht cruise through the Caribbean.

Embarking from Marigot on St. Martin aboard the award-winning SeaDream II, the cruise wound its way through four different territories over the course of a week, each with its own adventures: rum-tasting on St. Kitts, diving on Jost Van Dyke, a caviar and champagne splash on Virgin Gorda, and a trip to a secluded beach on St. Barts among them.

A few members even got scuba certified on the trip. The cruise culminated in an incredible New Year’s celebration on the roof of the yacht in St. Barts, part of a two-night stay on the island. And though the cruise was a chance to ring in the start of 2019, a few members took the opportunity to celebrate occasions of their own: Two members celebrated their 50th birthdays on the cruise, and a couple renewed their wedding vows—complete with a friend who had become an ordained minister for the event—on Jost Van Dyke. The cruise provided a special opportunity for members from across the country to get to know one another. “We have members who met (on cruises) who have already booked future cruises together. It’s the other members who make the experiences and define that aspect of the club—we just provide the setting,” said Inspirato Experiences Lead Molly Jones. “Every time we do disembarkation there are a lot of hugs, and a lot of ‘Can’t wait to see you guys again.’”

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NEW YEAR’S CRUISE (Opposite page, clockwise from top left)

CARIBBEAN CALM Secluded beach on the island of Nevis.

ON ICE

Champagne chills for the caviar splash.

ALL SMILES

Emilee Bae and her grandmother, Yong Kim.

HISTORIC APPEAL Charming downtown Charlestown on the island of Nevis.

SPLASHING AROUND Keely and Kaitlyn Sellers take a dip

NEXT STOP NEVIS Sign on board ship announces next port of call.

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SERVICE ON A SURFBOARD

Savanna Zumbado enjoys the caviar splash.

PIECE OF HISTORY

Alexander Hamilton’s childhood home on Nevis.

ST. BARTS

A secluded shell beach.

STOP AND EXPLORE The Seadream II at port in St. Barts.

JOST VAN DYKE

Peggy Barron, Winn Forkner, and Teija Heikkila at the Soggy Dollar Bar.

IN FOR A SWIM? The pool aboard the SeaDream II.

HAPPY NEW YEAR! Tony and Linda Feist ring in 2019.

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MEMBER NEWS

FAMILY DAY AT THE ROCKIES

DENVER, COLORADO APRIL 2019

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n a balmy spring evening, Inspirato members were treated to suite seats for the opening weekend of the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field in downtown Denver.

A group of members and their guests enjoyed snacks and beverages at the first base line as a gold-hued sunset streaked the sky overhead.

The annual family-friendly event provides an opportunity for Denver-area Inspirato members to meet, mingle, and make new friends. Among the highlights was a visit from the Rockies’ mascot, Dinger the Dinosaur—so named for the multitude of dinosaur bones that were found during the construction of Coors Field—who snapped photos with the kids. “Opening weekend is always a sure sign that spring has arrived,” said Inspirato Events and Experiences Lead Elizabeth Settambrino, who planned the outing, “and there’s no better way to celebrate spring than a night at the ballpark.” Inspirato also puts on an opening weekend event for the San Francisco Giants.

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NO. 1 FAN

Catherine Ecklund and her son.

SUITE SEATS

Members take in first baseline views.

DINO PHOTO OP

Dinger poses for a quick picture with Joe Hornstein and family.

MARCIA SMART COOKING CLASS

(Clockwise from right)

FOLLOWING THE RECIPE

Diana Chen, Debbie Cash, and Inspirato PVA Katie Schule.

HOUSTON, TEXAS APRIL 2019

LUNCH IS SERVED

Sheet pan-roasted Arctic char with green beans and cherry tomatoes.

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ver two days in April, Inspirato members from the Houston area were treated to complimentary cooking classes at the home of Chef Marcia Smart, a cooking teacher, recipe developer, and food writer. After arriving at Smart’s home, members were gifted an Inspirato apron and taken through some knife demos and tips to prepare for the class ahead. Members volunteered for the recipes they wanted to make, choosing from a variety of tasty offerings, including ciabatta bread with pesto, prosciutto, and goat cheese; sheet panroasted Arctic char with green beans and cherry tomatoes; and a berry-and-prosecco dessert with crushed meringue cookies and whipped cream.

Guests were even able to pick their own herbs and lettuce from Smart’s garden.

“I love the small, hands-on, and experiential types of events because members get to know one another and share their most memorable travel stories,” said Inspirato Events and Experiences Lead Lauren Marroquin, who planned the classes.

WINE O’CLOCK

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Elena Peden, Melissa Garlington (background), and Anna Jones.

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KENTUCKY DERBY LOUISVILLE, KENTUCKY MAY 2019

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nspirato was a proud sponsor of the 145th Kentucky Derby, America’s time-honored “Run for the Roses,” where 32 Inspirato members enjoyed insider access to races at Churchill Downs. Members were received at their famed accommodations—the Brown Hotel— with an exclusive welcome party where ladies received custom-designed, hand-milled hats from milliner Jenny Pfanenstiel, who has created hats for the likes of Oprah and Michelle Obama.

The following Oaks Day at Churchill Downs, members got to stand in the paddocks and watch horses wearing Inspirato branded silks circle the track; additionally, Inspirato member Nikki Osborn presented the winning trophy for the Inspirato Secret Static Race. On rainy Derby Day, members were sitting pretty in Millionaires Row, where they enjoyed covered outdoor access for closer viewing of the excitement. Other weekend activities included the Longines Fashion Contest and free concerts at 4th Street Live, and some members donned their best duds at the black-tie Brown Stable Barn Gala.

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MILLIONAIRES ROW Inspirato members show off hats and cigars ahead of the Derby.

DECKED OUT

Robert and Elyse Horton sport a custom jacket and fascinator.

WINNER’S CIRCLE

Inspirato members Marc and Mary Kay Yeley, Laura Falcone, Chad Bumsted, Nikki Osborn, Andrew Kimball, and Elyse Horton.

PRE-RACE

Flor de La Mar and Jockey Joel Rosario.

CHICAGO MICHELIN-STAR WEEKEND CHICAGO, ILLINOIS MAY 2019

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uring a long weekend in May, eight Inspirato members gathered in the Windy City for an Inspirato Only epicurean experience. The highlight of the Chicago Michelin-Star Weekend was undoubtedly a visit to Alinea, the city’s only Michelin 3-star restaurant, where a theatrical and experimental 12-course tasting menu awaited. “Alinea is what most of our members came on the trip for,” said Inspirato Events and Experiences Lead Lauren Marroquin. “They had high expectations for the restaurant, and it completely surpassed them.”

The group also dined at Michelin-starred eateries Smyth and EL ideas; hand-rolled truffles at Vosges Chocolate Factory; and cruised the Chicago River aboard a private yacht. The Thompson Chicago, located on the Magnificent Mile, made for a sophisticated home base. The program is set to run again in August 2019.

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CHEF’S CHOICE

Chef Phillip Foss creating his version of the “milkshake and fries” at EL ideas.

CRUISING THE CHICAGO RIVER

An architectural docent talks about Chicago’s famed architecture.

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WINE AND DINE

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Barry Waitte (owner and vintner of Tamber Bey Wines) talks with Inspirato members.

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IN THE MOMENT

Wherever you go with Inspirato, we invite you to share highlights with the Inspirato family.

GIVE US A MOMENT

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The season’s best Instagram and Facebook posts shared by Inspirato members from the club’s destinations around the world.

SHARE YOUR INSPIRATO EXPERIENCE BY TAGGING @INSPIRATO AND #INSPIRATO

@worldstompers TELLURIDE, COLORADO Telluride...you have stolen our hearts once again! From the moment we arrive, we are already thinking about when we can return!

@sonyasloanmd RIVIERA MAYA, MEXICO #springbreak #thesloans #passportready #internationaltraveler

@jo.ey GRAND CAYMAN, CAYMAN ISLANDS Imagine going to school today

@ambercbaldwin VAIL, COLORADO Catching snowflakes in her winter wonderland! #averyjamesbaldwin

@lapetiteplum LOS CABOS, MEXICO My everythings all in one picture! I’m counting down the days until our next family vacation! I love and cherish that time together… a time where we can all connect without the day-to-day responsibilities and distractions, and get even closer as a family unit. Happy Spring Break everyone!

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@Joe Batal WAILEA, MAUI, HAWAII We’re in the midst of yet another phenomenal stay at the Fairmont Kea Lani villas.

Pretty cool to have the ability to continue vacationing to a place we loved before children and can now share with our 4 boys.

@Meghan Schubert ST. CROIX, U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS We just returned from One of our Most favorite Inspirato vacations yet - Villa Poinciana in St. Croix. We were a group of 8 adults that fit perfectly into this villa. The week was chock full of activities and fun! HIGHLY recommend this trip!!

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@Greg Wilson KOHALA COAST, BIG ISLAND, HAWAII Our first Inspirato vacation on the Big Island of Hawaii.

The local team here has been incredible, the home is surreal - looking forward to the adventures ahead!

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@Jim Emling GRAND CAYMAN, CAYMAN ISLANDS Happy Spring Break from Coral House in Grand Cayman.

Part of the Ritz. Great home and weather here. Lots to do beyond beach and pool - recommend the Dolphin and turtle experience.

@Loretta Attardo TUSCANY, ITALY Grazie Chef Beppe and Pasquale for another fabulous private chef Tuscan dinner in La Villetta. The gnocchis and squash blossoms floated they were so deliciously light!

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CORBETT’S TAKE

Inspirato’s Co-Founder Brian Corbett shares some of his favorite summer adventures with the club.

MAGNIFICENT CREATURES

The Corbetts saw an array of wildlife, including this cheetah and giraffe, on a South African safari with Inspirato.

SMILE WITH THE RISING SUN

ADVENTURE MEANS something different to every traveler. For some, boarding an international flight is an adventure. For others, an adventure means bungee jumping or landing on a glacier in a helicopter in New Zealand. Tasting exotic foods can even be adventurous, especially for kids.

For my family, adventure means active days of intense exploration, paired with great meals and comfortable nights.

Whether we’re embarking on an Inspirato Only cruise or staying in an Inspirato mountain home or beachfront hotel, we travel with the confidence of knowing that while we might push the envelope a little bit, we’ll also be taken care of, no matter what.

Inspirato homes can be incredible platforms for shared adventures. My wife, two sons, good friends, and I just got back from Costa Rica, where we spent a week zip lining, tubing, boating, surfing—you name it, we did it. Each evening, we’d return to Cumbre del Rey, our Inspirato home, where the kids would swim in the pool while we adults enjoyed sunset cocktails.

That’s the beauty of traveling with Inspirato—your trip planners ensure that your itinerary always matches your personal sense of adventure. They listen and then provide insider access to the places, people, and activities that would be hard for members to find on their own, especially in such an efficient manner.

Two of my other favorite summertime adventures at Inspirato are cruises and safaris. Each summer, we launch cruises around the world, from the Inside Passage of Alaska to the coast of Spain paired with Morocco and Portugal.

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Corbett poses with his two sons as they watch the sun rise over the African plains.

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These extended vacations usually include at least a week on the ship, as well as optional pre- and post-trip extensions. Our members typically love to explore a little bit before and after.

One of my favorite moments happened on Father’s Day a few years ago, on a South African safari with Inspirato. Our guide surprised us with an early morning game drive that ended with a hike to a mountain peak, where my wife and I sat between our two sons and watched the sun rise over the plains and heard lions roar in the distance. It was an incredibly peaceful morning and capstone of a life-changing adventure.

Pushing yourself outside your comfort zone on an adventure not only leads to tighter bonds, but more enriching experiences. Those are the memories that tend to last.

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WHAT TO READ AND WATCH

Before you visit Bali, Central Mexico, and the Galápagos.

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BALI, INDONESIA

The rice terraces of Bali offer dramatic views and stunning photo ops.

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good book can inspire you to take the trip of a lifetime, be your best travel companion, and—if it’s really good—be as impactful as the journey itself.

Likewise, an inspiring film can spark the irresistible urge to pack your bags and set off to see the breathtaking landscapes and experience the fun-filled adventures you just witnessed on screen.

Whether you’re planning an upcoming trip or just dreaming about exotic destinations, you’re likely to find some wanderlust in these pages and films. »

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BY STEPHANIE PRINCE ALEXANDER

INSPIRATION | BEFORE YOU GO

BALI Rich in culture, spirituality, and joy, the island of Bali is ideal for travelers seeking more than just a beautiful beach. But rest assured— there are plenty of beautiful beaches. Not to mention ancient holy temples, impossibly green terraced rice paddies, active volcanoes, charming people, and delicious food. Take a look into the otherworldliness that is Bali with these recommendations.

READ: BALI DAZE

by Cat Wheeler

Jump off the beaten tourist path with expat author Cat Wheeler as she takes you along on her journey of putting down roots in Ubud. A long-term resident, Wheeler paints a complex, beguiling, and often humorous picture of Bali that is rarely seen.

Read this if you value authentic cultural experiences.

READ: FRAGRANT RICE:

Mexico is much more than beaches—it’s ancient archaeological gems, cobblestoned colonial towns, 16th-century cathedrals, and open-air markets. From eclectic Mexico City to magical San Miguel de Allende, the romantic highlands of central Mexico have a colorful nostalgia that has inspired many books and films into fruition.

by Judith Gille

by Johanna Angermeyer

This real-life story of one Seattle family’s impulsive purchase of a hot-pink hacienda in San Miguel de Allende provides a compassionate look into the relationship between two country’s cultures. Gille’s account of how her family becomes part of the local community in San Miguel is filled with insight, history, and charm.

It’s hard to believe this romantic tale is a true story.

Author Johanna Angermeyer originally went to the Galapágos in an attempt to solve the mystery of her father’s tragic death. Her experience, though packed with danger, was so filled with joy and wonder that it led her to dream of living in the islands, just like her father.

Read this if you enjoy travel memoirs.

Read this if you love memoirs, history, and mysteries.

READ: SEA MONSTERS

by Chloe Aridjis

WATCH: EAT PRAY LOVE Starring Julia Roberts, this movie showcases Bali’s most amazing landscapes, from the pristine Padang Padang Beach to breathtaking rice terraces and the mystic monkey forest in Ubud. And if you’re interested in visiting a traditional healer while in Bali, this film gives some insight into that, too.

Watch this on the plane to Bali.

The volcanic islands of the Galápagos are an ecological wonderland home to an array of wildlife not found anywhere else. The birthplace of Charles Darwin’s theory of evolution, this World Heritage Site still feels somewhat unspoiled by humans. Visiting the Galápagos is a once-in-a-lifetime experience—one that you should prep for with these recommendations.

READ: MY FATHER’S ISLAND: A GALÁPAGOS QUEST

by Janet De Neefe

Read this if culinary adventures are your favorite part of traveling.

THE GALÁPAGOS ISLANDS

READ: THE VIEW FROM CASA CHEPITOS: A JOURNEY BEYOND THE BORDER

MY CONTINUING LOVE AFFAIR WITH BALI The rich culinary experience of Bali is a main focus of this memoir of one woman’s 1974 trip to Bali that resulted in marrying a Balinese man, having four children, and running two successful restaurants in Bali. Traditional Balinese recipes are woven throughout the book, making it fun to read before, during, or even after your trip to Bali.

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CENTRAL MEXICO

Wander the bustling streets of Mexico City’s Roma neighborhood in the 1980s with teenage protagonist Luisa as she searches for a boy who works in the real-life bookshop Through the Looking Glass. This coming-of-age novel paints an intoxicating portrait of Mexico like you’ve never seen it.

Read this if you like coming-of-age stories.

WATCH: FRIDA Artist Frida Kahlo remains one of Mexico City’s most loved celebrities—her lifelong home has even been converted into a museum where much of the 2002 film Frida was filmed. Depicting the painter’s bold and controversial life with husband Diego Rivera, Frida was also filmed throughout Mexico City and at the Teotihuacan pyramids, one of Kahlo’s favorite places.

Watch this if you love art history.

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READ: GALÁPAGOS: A NOVEL

by Kurt Vonnegut

In this zany novel set in a post-apocalyptic future, the human race has been wiped out, except for a small group of people who boarded a nature cruise in the Galápagos, where they are now stranded. Funny, dark, and satirical, this novel is really about adaptation—something the unique Galápagos ecosystem is all about.

Read this if you enjoy off-the-wall literature and irreverent humor.

WATCH: GALÁPAGOS TV SERIES This three-part BBC nature documentary explores the natural history of the Galápagos Islands and their role in Charles Darwin’s theory of evolution. Offering incredible footage of erupting volcanos, stunning vistas, and rare wildlife, you can observe natural selection in real-time.

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Inspirato destination experts share their tips for a memorable trip—and favorite hidden gems.

Silvana Ek

Parago Bothe

MALLORCA, SPAIN

ROSEMARY BEACH, FLORIDA

Balearic Islands

Eden Gardens

FAVORITE HIDDEN GEM:

Eden Gardens—a beautiful park with a historic colonial mansion and moss-draped live oaks. It’s a great place to get away from crowds and a great alternative to a beach activity.

MOST RECOMMENDED ACTIVITY:

Definitely a bonfire on the beach. We set up beach chairs surrounding a fire pit and put tiki torches all around.

Guests mingle with drinks by the water while watching the sunset, then enjoy a shrimp boil prepared right there at the beach. The rest of the evening is enjoyed by the fire, eating s’mores. It’s a great activity for families and adult groups alike.

MOST RECOMMENDED ACTIVITY:

Charter a boat for a day and see the island while sailing on the pristine turquoise waters of the Balearic Islands.

Guests can snorkel and swim in a secluded cove, then have an exquisite lunch at a local seafood restaurant overlooking the water.

BEST WAY TO GET A TASTE OF THE LOCAL LIFE:

Visit the vineyards, enjoy tasting some of the best wines produced on this rare Mediterranean soil, and dine in the excellent local restaurants, which use fresh local products to produce the most amazing flavors in an atmosphere of charm and excellent service.

BEST WAY TO GET A TASTE OF THE LOCAL LIFE:

Spend time on Grayton Beach, where you are allowed to drive right on the sand. You have to be a resident to get a permit, so it’s very much a locals’ beach. After spending the day in the sun on Grayton Beach paddleboarding, surfing, kayaking, and socializing, you can head to Red Bar or Chiringo for happy hour.

TOP INTERACTION WITH GUESTS:

Truffle hunting with dogs in the countryside or shopping in the old town center of the city of Palma. When I participate in these activities with Inspirato guests, it gives me the opportunity to share my local knowledge. I love the Balearic Islands and have loads of historical and fun facts to share!

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TOP INTERACTION WITH GUESTS:

Anytime guests come back again. There are several members who have been to this area a few times, and we’ve been able to really get to know each other. I love making their stay special by providing things I know they like while they’re here.

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FAVORITE HIDDEN GEM:

The Tramuntana Mountain Range, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Centuries-old stone walls and country houses are scattered among fields and hills covered in ancient olive trees overlooking the sea. You may even spot some rare local species!

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Charlene Acevedo

Meghan Alley

TELLURIDE, COLORADO

ST. JOHN, U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS

Lizard Head Pass, Southwest Colorado

St. John Festival

FAVORITE HIDDEN GEM:

FAVORITE HIDDEN GEM:

Canyons of the Ancients Visitor Center and Museum, where you can walk back in time viewing artifacts from America’s first peoples. Just a 10-minute walk from the museum, you’ll find the amazing Escalante Pueblo ruins. The museum is one hour and 20 minutes south of Telluride and is on the way to Mesa Verde (which is just two hours from Telluride).

The St. John Petroglyphs—a collection of mysterious stone carvings thought to be connected to the Taino tribe, St. John’s original inhabitants. The carvings are believed to be representations of spiritual beings and have become the symbol of St. John, recognized throughout the surrounding islands.

MOST RECOMMENDED ACTIVITY:

Taking a helicopter tour to a small private island (there are dozens of options) where you can be dropped off for a halfor full-day adventure. Guests can choose to have lunch catered or to pack their own picnic. It’s a spectacular way to take in the beauty of the islands and turquoise water from above, as well as from the shores of an untouched beach.

MOST RECOMMENDED ACTIVITY:

Hiking the nearby mountain or river trails in the summer and cross-country skiing in the winter. Both activities give you the chance to slow down and experience the pristine beauty of the Telluride area away from any crowds.

BEST WAY TO GET A TASTE OF THE LOCAL LIFE:

Experiencing the Telluride Mountain Film Festival that takes place annually during Labor Day weekend. Locals, international writers, directors, artists, and musicians come together for an amazing festival event. In the wintertime, it would be checking out live music at the Sheridan Opera House and Club Red.

BEST WAY TO GET A TASTE OF THE LOCAL LIFE:

Carnival season is a huge part of Caribbean culture, and St. John is no exception. The St. John Festival is the island’s signature, monthlong celebration that takes place each year in June and July, showcasing local dance troupes and steel pan bands, colorful displays of arts and crafts, and an exciting mix of local foods.

TOP INTERACTION WITH GUESTS:

Taking families on my mushroom and geology tours in the summer. Nothing beats walking guests into a forest where they are unable to connect to their devices and seeing them really connect with nature. It’s especially rewarding with kids because I feel like I am helping them cultivate an interest in the outdoors and caring for the planet.

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Guests have loved snorkeling at Trunk Bay, checking out St. John’s awesome restaurants (Morgan’s Mango, La Tapa, and The Longboard are a few of my personal favorites), and going on a boat tour through the incredible scenery of Francis Drake Channel, which separates the U.S. Virgin Islands from the British Virgin Islands.

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19 P LACES TO SEEK ADVENTURE IN 2019

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ravel is an adventure in and of itself that can reduce stress, open our minds, and boost happiness and creativity. When we are exposed to new places and different cultures, our perspectives broaden. Even the act of planning a trip can help you learn new things and bring you joy by giving you something to look forward to.

Our team of Inspirato travel experts have hand-selected 19 exciting destinations for you to consider exploring this year. Dotted around the globe—from urban to off the beaten path—these trending locales are sure to offer inspiration and adventure.

BY CORTNI DIETZ, JORIE LARSEN & STEPHANIE PRINCE ALEXANDER

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LATIN AMERICA & THE CARIBBEAN ABACO, BAHAMAS

For the intrepid, the Galápagos Islands are a can’t-miss destination. This storied archipelago, a subject of fascination since Charles Darwin’s famous expedition in the 1830s, is one of the most richly biodiverse regions in the world. Superb wildlife-viewing—from aquatic iguanas to playful penguins—is the top draw of these isolated islands off the coast of Ecuador, and some of the best diving in the world can be found off their shores.

CARTAGENA, COLOMBIA

The pace of life slows way down in the Turks and Caicos Islands, hidden at the southern tip of the Bahamian Archipelago. This destination is off the radar of many travelers, making it an exclusively luxurious getaway.

Home to the third-largest coral reef system, you’re sure to spot marine life—such as rays, turtles, dolphins, or even migrating humpback whales— while snorkeling or diving in the turquoise waters. Islandhop among the 40 islands and cays to find enchanting deserted beaches, traces of colonial relics, and charming seaside bars.

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This walled colonial city by the sea feels like an openair museum—its winding cobblestone streets leading you to bougainvilleacovered plazas, monumental churches, and Old World palaces. Cartagena’s Old Town is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the city’s main attraction, showcasing beautifully preserved colonial architecture. It’s the perfect city to explore leisurely by foot, stopping at cafés along the way for arepas and fresh fruit smoothies, or ceviche and mojitos.

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GALÁPAGOS ISLANDS

Abaco—a Bahamian isle surrounded by crystal-clear waters—is perfect for fishing enthusiasts. Bonefishing in the shallow flats offers a challenging thrill even for experienced anglers. And for a new adventure, try spearfishing with a local guide.

Abaco is a perfect launching pad for island hopping around to nearby offshore cays, including Elbow, Great Guana, Man-O-War, and Green Turtle, where you can visit curious stingrays, swim with wild pigs, or lounge on a secluded beach.

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San Miguel de Allende, Mexico

Baths in Virgin Gorda

SAN MIGUEL DE ALLENDE, MEXICO

Named the “World’s Best City” two years in a row by Travel + Leisure, San Miguel de Allende showcases an intriguing side of Mexico many tourists have never experienced. Wander the 500-year-old city down cobblestone lanes—still traversed by the occasional burro lugging milk and firewood—past colorful stucco structures, art galleries, jazz clubs, and bistros. Try elote (grilled corn) on a shady bench in El Jardin, the city’s central plaza.

TORTOLA, BRITISH VIRGIN ISLANDS

This Caribbean gem is the largest of the British Virgin Islands and is regarded as the sailing capital of the world. Relax on Tortola’s white-sand beaches, go snorkeling at the site of the wreck of the RMS Rhone, and shop in Road Town, BVI’s capital. Plus, a quick ferry ride to neighboring Virgin Gorda offers a chance to see the famed Baths, volcanic rock outcroppings creating tranquil grottoes and tide pools.

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Dunton Hot Springs, Colorado

St. George, Maine

Seattle, Washington

UNITED STATES COASTAL MAINE

With even more miles of coastline than California—3,478, to be precise—the northernmost state in the contiguous U.S. offers loads of coastal adventures from hiking and biking to fishing and canoeing. Take in the historic lighthouses dotting the coast, and stop over in Portland, Maine’s capital, to enjoy fresh lobster—or even try catching your own. And swing by the shops of the historic Old Port District, full of nautical delights.

DUNTON HOT SPRINGS, COLORADO

Originally a mining town in the 1800s, Dunton Hot Springs has been described as a perfectly restored ghost town. Rustic yet luxurious, this hideaway in the San Juan Mountains is an all-inclusive retreat boasting nonsulfurous hot springs, a spa, and world-class sustainable dining. Right outside your cabin doors is a vast wilderness with opportunities for hiking, biking, horseback riding, heli-skiing, snowshoeing, climbing, and more. It’s an authentic Wild West experience with just the right amount of decadence.

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SEATTLE, WASHINGTON

The largest city in the Pacific Northwest, Seattle boasts a thriving culinary scene and ample outdoor adventures only a short drive away.

Hike beautiful Mt. Rainier National Park or kayak with orcas in the nearby San Juan Islands. Music lovers will appreciate the chance to see the birthplace of grunge—be sure to visit the Museum of Pop Culture, the second floor of which is entirely devoted to Nirvana and the rise of the influential genre.

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SEDONA, ARIZONA

Sedona’s official tourism tagline is “The Most Beautiful City on Earth,” and we’re inclined to agree.

With its sweeping views of grand red rock framing endless valleys of green pine, this small Arizona city is the perfect retreat for those in need of art, outdoor recreation, spas, and plentiful yoga classes. Be sure to catch a sunset in Red Rock National Park.

STOWE, VERMONT

When it comes to East Coast skiing, Stowe and its mountain resort are the premier spot for incredible runs. But this charming New England town has more to offer than just powder.

Located at the base of Mount Mansfield, the highest peak in Vermont, this town boasts breweries, spas, and scenic trails. Bike down the Stowe Recreation Path or head to nearby Burlington for a tasty tour of Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream Factory.

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JUNEAU, ALASKA

The small Alaskan city of Juneau has an interesting claim to fame—it’s one of only two state capitals unconnected by road to the North American mainland (the other being Honolulu, Hawaii). But its isolation is exactly what makes it so appealing. Juneau is a popular cruise ship port surrounded by the Coast Mountains. Go see Mendenhall Glacier, a 13.6-mile-long river of ice, or catch glimpses of brown bears in Tongass National Forest.

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Chamonix, France

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If you’re a history buff, you’ll likely fall in love with the “City of 100 Spires.”

Architectural wonders, sprawling green parks, and romance abound in this well-preserved medieval city. Prague will sweep you up in Old World charm while you enjoy modern attractions such as acclaimed restaurants, art museums, and cutting-edge shops speckled amid cobblestone streets and towering church spires.

LAKE COMO, ITALY

Like many of its eastern European neighbors, Montenegro keeps a relatively low profile.

Probably not for long. Go to Sveti Stefan for its pinch-me scenery—sandy beaches that give way to the bathwater of the Adriatic Sea—and stay for the fresh seafood and rich heritage. Sveti Stefan, a 15thcentury village plopped on a peninsula just off the coast, offers an enticing mix of cobbled lanes, red-tiled roofs, and open-air piazzas.

The glittering crown jewel in northern Italy’s Lakes District is undoubtedly Lake Como. Tucked in the shadow of the snow-dusted Italian Alps, this serene body of water is a dreamy retreat with plenty of opportunity for adventure like rock climbing, vertical sailing, and boating.

Make like the locals do and find a sunny patio in one of the charming lakefront towns to sip an Aperol Spritz and watch classic, wooden Riva yachts zip across the lake.

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PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC

Nestled at the base of Mont Blanc amid the jagged peaks of the Alps, the worldclass winter sports town of Chamonix is where the French go for a taste of alpine living. The village boasts an impressive pedigree as the first-ever host of the Winter Olympics back in 1924. The spectacular scenery here begs to be explored, whether that means carving down the mountain on groomed ski runs or trekking through windswept meadows on miles of trails.

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ASIA & OCEANIA KAUAI, HAWAII

Oahu has nightlife, Maui has posh resorts, and the Big Island has national parks— but what Kauai trades in is scenery: secret beaches, jagged cliffs that plunge into the sea, cascading waterfalls, emerald valleys, and lush mountains worn down by age.

Discover the rustic splendor of the so-called “Garden Isle” while whale-watching, snorkeling, hiking, or even touring by helicopter above impressive Waimea Canyon.

LAAMU, MALDIVES

The Maldives possess a treasure-trove of underwater wonders, attracting scuba and snorkeling enthusiasts from across the globe. Made up of nearly 1,200 islands in the Indian Ocean, the beaches of the Maldives can lay claim to some of the softest and whitest sand the world has to offer.

Every resort in the Maldives is its own private island, and Laamu is a brilliant choice for families. Partially encircled by an atoll, or ringshaped coral reef creating a lagoon of crystalline calm water, Laamu’s waters are ideal for children to swim and snorkel in.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA

This trend-setting Australian city has a European feel and is full of surprises.

Perhaps the most interesting thing about Melbourne is its laneways—streets accessible only by foot—that each take on a bustling life of their own, hiding secret bars, coveted coffee shops, world-class eateries, and art galleries. The city’s main neighborhoods are all worthy of a visit for their individual scenes—we’re particularly fond of the quirky beach town St. Kilda, where you might get lucky enough to meet the local penguin colony on a stroll down St. Kilda Pier. 

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EMERGING WINE REGIONS TO VISIT NOW Spend your next vacation among undiscovered family-run vineyards.

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here’s something especially beautiful about exploring wineries in lesser-known regions. In recent years, extreme weather conditions such as fire and hail have challenged viticultural regions around the world, and turned unlikely locations into hotspots for winemaking. Here we examine four up-and-coming wine regions around the world that merit a visit, not just for the noteworthy wine they produce, but also for their picturesque settings, unique dining scenes, and the stories behind their once-unconventional wine cultures.

WAIHEKE ISLAND, NEW ZEALAND

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A WAY OF LIFE

(left) Waiheke Island is home to familyrun vineyards where mainly French varieties flourish on clay soils. (right) Boutique wineries carefully sort grapes by hand before fermentation to ensure top quality.

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Car-carrying ferries depart often from Auckland, taking visitors to this breathtaking vineyard-dotted island where boutique wineries and farm-to-table restaurants abound. The island is worthy of an overnight trip, or you may want to stay longer to fully absorb the relaxed culture.

Te Motu Vineyard, focused on low-yielding vines and Bordeaux-style wines, is an emblem of the artisanal nature of winemaking on Waiheke.

“There are so many things to love about this island. It’s a short boat ride from our biggest city, but it feels like another country,” said Te Motu’s manager Rory Dunleavy, whose father and uncle planted vines on Waiheke in the 1980s. They had stumbled into the Onetangi Valley’s very special terroir, where lower rainfalls and slightly warmer temperatures combine with rich clay soils, all ideal for producing ripe, healthy grapes.

Waiheke celebrates winemaking as a way of life. “There’s a great sense of community amongst the vineyards and

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winemakers,” Dunleavy said. “Finishing up a long hot day at the vineyard with a swim five minutes down the road at Onetangi beach makes for a pretty great work-life balance.

Even when it’s busy through summer, it’s bloody hard not to relax here.”

There’s an award-winning restaurant at Te Motu—don’t miss the local Waiheke oysters. You’ll also want to visit Stonyridge Vineyard, which specializes in organic Cabernet blends made following French traditions, and is nestled in a valley within an olive grove. Stonyridge offers healthy and fresh dining with a view at the relaxed Veranda Café, and their tasting lounge is open for trying wines and nibbling on olives. And don’t miss the recently renovated Tantalus Estate, featuring an impressive cellar where Bordeaux-style, rosé, and sparkling wines are aged. Tantalus also makes beer and has a light-filled restaurant emphasizing seasonality; other wineries are located within walking distance if you’re eager to explore further.

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of Samuel Tinon, a Frenchman making award-winning wine in a cave without electricity. Also look to try wines by Zoltán Demeter, a former employee of Napa Valley’s Stags’ Leap who is making single-vineyard wines considered “first growth.”

Visit Tokaj in early September to check out the annual Furmint Festival. For dining in Tokaj town, look to LaBor Bistro, which serves shareable small plates, as well as platters of Hungarian cheeses and the famed local mangalitsa pork.

Gusteau offers beautifully composed dishes that reinterpret Hungarian classics and a highly acclaimed wine list in an elegant setting; the restaurant can also organize a bike tour among the Tokaj vineyards. If you fall in love with the (very good) cheeses in Hungary, you can stop by Zempléni Sajt creamery in Tarcal for a tasting.

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TOKAJ, HUNGARY

Come to this corner of Northeastern Hungary to try dry wines, or regional icons like the sweet wine Aszù, which was lauded by royalty as early as the 16th century, and rare, limitedproduction Essencia wines. Tokaj wines are made principally with the grape Furmint, almost exclusively grown in this region.

Tokaj is located a pleasant 2.5-hour drive or train ride from Budapest. En route, you’ll want to stop in the historic town of Eger, which was the farthest west that the Turks established rule—you can visit the 16th-century castle where the Hungarian army once defeated the encroaching Turks, and there are Turkish baths as well.

It’s a place so steeped in history—including a very complicated period during the Yugoslav era, when agriculture and winemaking were collectivized—that it was awarded UNESCO Heritage status in 2001, but today’s Tokaj winemakers are definitely staking their claim in the current global wine scene.

Tokaj’s cellars are often quite old, making them fascinating to tour and learn about the different, somewhat complicated, winemaking styles. It’s worth visiting the long-standing estate Dizsnókö, and the newer Royal Tokaji is a benchmark producer.

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The lovely and underappreciated white grape Albariño is the focus of this gorgeous coastal region in Galicia, Northern Spain. While you may have tried Albariño in that spritzy summer wine Vinho Verde from neighboring Portugal, the boutique producers of Rías Baixas treat this indigenous variety with much greater seriousness. There are five subregions in the Rías Baixas D.O. (designated origin), and they all offer slightly different wine styles and terroirs. Throughout the sprawling region of Rías Baixas, you can find Albariño wine made sparkling, or light and fresh, or matured in oak, and even as a dessert wine made with botrytised grapes.

Trying a local white wine alongside freshly caught Atlantic seafood, it’s easy to understand why the region has focused heavily on growing Albariño since the late 1980s—the wine’s aromatic, bright, lemony character pairs delightfully well alongside grilled octopus or steamed clams and scallops.

Seafood is truly a way of life here. In the neighborhood of San Tomé, low tides see women known as mariscadoras coming out to the shoals with buckets to dig for shellfish by hand.

Wineries in this region are often family-run and might not have official tasting rooms, so be sure to make an appointment. Some of the oldest wineries are housed in pazos, historic estates going back several centuries—two of note to visit are Pazo San Mauro and Pazo de Señorans. One

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(above) Tokaj is home of the white grape Furmint, which has for centuries been loved by wine aficionados for its capacity to produce beautiful botrytised grapes, which are used to make luxurious and unique sweet wines. (left) Some consider Aszù, made exclusively in Tokaj, to be the world’s oldest sweet wine.

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(top right) In Rias Baixas, the star grape is the white indigenous variety Albariño, which is presented differently according to each sub-region’s terroir and style. (lower right) Small wineries throughout Rías Baixas, called adegas, receive visitors, generally by appointment.

AN UNLIKELY MATCH

(far right) Verde Valley vineyards thrive in Arizona’s desert climate with the river providing necessary soil hydration.

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acclaimed winery worth checking out is Adega Pedralonga, a family-run biodynamically farmed estate founded in 1997.

Pedralonga shows how Albariño can be vinified from a terroirfocused approach, resulting in wines that display the mineral and saline depth of the region’s granite soils.

“As a huge fan of Albariño, I loved visiting Rías Baixas,” said Rick Fisher, the education director of the Washington D.C.-based Wine Scholar Guild and a self-professed Spanish wine scholar. “The region has breathtaking scenery, and it’s amazing to see how tradition and modernity work hand in hand to grow and harvest the grapes here.”

The region offers traditional options like tapas and seafood eateries, and avant-garde dining, most notably the Michelin Guide-noted Casa Solla. The famed cathedral of Santiago de Compostela is a short train ride or drive from the northernmost part of Rías Baixas. There’s also a small but interesting Ethnographic Museum of Wine to visit in the charming town of Cambados, which is also the site of the annual Festival of Albariño, held the first week of the steamy month of August.

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Tasting rooms nestled into Red Rock countryside leave a remarkable impression in this unlikely spot for vineyards. One of Arizona’s three winegrowing regions, Verde Valley boasts an ideal climate for grapes thanks to a roaring river and high desert terrain, and offers visitors exciting and quirky boutique wineries with tasting rooms. Verde Valley is located about two hours from Phoenix and accessible via the Verde Canyon Railway. More adventurous travelers can kayak directly to some wineries.

Take the Verde Valley Wine Trail to discover more than 20 wineries over the course of one to four days; it begins in beautiful Sedona and heads north, culminating in Jerome, where former Tool vocalist Maynard James Keenan makes small-batch cult wines under the Caduceus label. You can also opt to follow the Painted Valley Wine Trail, which features dozens of unique barrels hand-painted by local artists showcased in wineries. A few wineries not to miss: Burning Tree Cellars, Alcantara Vineyards, Page Springs Cellars, Oak Creek Vineyards, and Javelina Leap Vineyard.

Caduceus founder Keenan is proud of his viticultural home base. “Arizona’s wine industry is poised to overtake several wine-producing states in economic impacts,” he said. “With $3.3 billion in measurable impacts in 2015, and nearly a half million in state tax generation, this can no longer be considered a ‘cottage’ or ‘boutique’ industry.”  INSPIRATO MAGAZINE | SUMMER/FALL 2019

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hen Inspirato member Lacey J. set out on her first Inspirato cruise, she wasn’t sure what to expect. She’d cruised in the past on larger ships but was curious to see how Inspirato did it differently.

“The first one we did (with Inspirato) was Istanbul to Athens. I was kind of newer to cruising,” she said, “and I was really skeptical about it. Then we did it, and I loved it!

“We love Inspirato, and we’ve traveled a lot with them, and the cruises are definitely the favorite thing that we’ve done,” said Lacey, who’s now gone on three Inspirato Only cruises (and has a fourth booked for 2020).

In 2019, Inspirato Only experiences include seven cruises, which are sailing to diverse locales around the globe ranging from Europe’s Danube River to the Galápagos Islands off the coast of Ecuador. The 2020 Inspirato Only lineup promises to be just as enthralling, with six cruises zipping along to far-off places including Antarctica, Asia, the Mediterranean, the Rhine River, and more.

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If you’ve never cruised with Inspirato before, here are three reasons why sailing with Inspirato Only offers a uniquely luxurious experience.

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The program’s name drives the message home; the only other passengers on nearly all Inspirato Only cruises are members and their guests, which means sailing alongside an active, youthful, and spirited group of people.

Some of the benefits to sailing on a members-only cruise are practical in nature. Inspirato gets to control the dress code aboard the ship, which means doing away with stuffy formal nights like traditional cruises, where passengers are required to wear tuxedos and long evening gowns.

Most importantly, sailing alongside fellow club members helps foster a sense of camaraderie—on the ship, during shore excursions, and back at home once the cruise is over.

Passengers form lasting friendships with fellow members from all over the world.

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Inspirato’s cruise planners agree that the members-only mantra helps bring the club to life.

“One of the biggest privileges is getting to witness what’s at the heart of the club—members connecting with other like-minded members, being able to meet friends that have the same goals and travel desires as you do,” said Molly Jones, experiences lead at Inspirato. “We see members that meet on one cruise sail together on another, and then book an Inspirato home together later on.

“It’s certainly the best part of our job, seeing those relationships come to fruition,” said Jones.

CUSTOM ITINERARIES HANDCRAFTED BY EXPERTS

Behind each Inspirato Only cruise is a team of experts—led by Brian Corbett, Inspirato’s co-founder—who meticulously craft cruise itineraries. Corbett personally oversees the planning of every cruise and vets each port of call to ensure that it meets Inspirato’s vision for the experience. “When I’m out evaluating new experiences for Inspirato Only, I consider every detail

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SPAIN’S MOST FAMOUS BEACH

The sun sets over a beach in Ibiza, one of the stops on the Mediterranean Yacht Cruise of 2019.

A MIDDAY SNOOZE Members photograph seals at rest in the Galápagos Islands.

ANCHORS AWEIGH The Danube River Cruise sails through four countries in Central Europe.

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ADVENTURE | C R UI SING

Cruisers cheer aboard a National Geographic vessel in Antarctica.

SOPHISTICATED SYMI

Old World glamour abounds on this charming Greek isle, a port of call on the Athens to Athens Cruise 2020.

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from our members’ perspectives,” said Corbett.

Inspirato secures insider access members would be hardpressed to find elsewhere. During the upcoming Athens to Athens Cruise 2020, Inspirato received special permission from the Greek government to dock on Milos—a tiny isle that Condé Nast Traveler called the “secret Greek island of the summer.” Milos generally doesn’t permit cruise ships to visit.

“We know our members have busy lives and vacation time is precious, so we appreciate efficiency in our itineraries and elegantly craft voyages that blend the must-see highlights along with unexpected treats that members can be among the first of their friends to experience,” said Corbett.

Many cruises are also planned around the itineraries of large cruise liners, so members can enjoy ports nearly to themselves. For example, the Alaska Cruise 2019 includes stops in charming port towns such as Ketchikan, Skagway, and Sitka—all planned around the big cruises so club members can enjoy a more peaceful and authentic experience in these seaside Alaskan gems.

Nearly every cruise also comes with optional pre- and posttrip excursions for members who wish to immerse themselves in a destination before or after their cruise. Inspirato arranges the hotel accommodations and detailed itineraries so members never have to lift a finger. One of the features of the Seine River Cruise pre-cruise program in fall 2019 is a private evening at the famous Palace of Versailles, after the gates have closed to the general public. Twenty-four Inspirato members and their guests will have the opportunity to enjoy a multicourse feast fit for royalty within the opulent palace.

Sometimes, it’s about what’s not on the itinerary—in other words, the small surprises designed to delight guests. “We really pride ourselves on crafting a well-choreographed experience, so members know exactly what they’re getting into. Yet we also weave in little unexpected surprises throughout,” said Corbett.

These little touches might be inviting world-class guest speakers, such as a Cuban historian or a European sommelier, to come aboard and interact with members and their guests.

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In the Caribbean, Inspirato puts together a “caviar splash”—a tray of caviar and champagne served from a floating surfboard to members in the warm Caribbean Sea.

BOUTIQUE LUXURY SHIPS WITH FIVE-STAR AMENITIES

Inspirato sails on the highest caliber of boutique luxury ships outfitted with five-star amenities, including fine dining restaurants, spas, fitness centers, and pools. All are staffed with the industry’s most seasoned professionals—for example, on the SeaDream and Silversea vessels, the staff-to-passenger ratios are nearly 1:1.

“We work with ships that have the highest staff-to-guest ratios in the industry and are recognized for service that goes above and beyond,” said Kylee Glaser, experiences director at Inspirato.

The smaller ships that Inspirato Only favors can dock where the large cruise liners often cannot. Petite ships allow Inspirato passengers to visit more intimate ports and avoid the hustle and bustle of the large cruise docks. This is especially true in the Mediterranean Sea, where Inspirato Only regularly charters cruises, such as the Mediterranean Yacht Cruise in October 2019 and the Athens to Athens Cruise in July 2020.

Inspirato Only cruises are also all-inclusive, so members are free to relax and enjoy time together without ever worrying about a bill. Custom shore excursions are often included with the price.

One such shore excursion during the Danube River Cruise is a visit to a Viennese palace where members will be treated to a private performance of classical music composed by Mozart.

Some of the vessels are designed to keep members comfortable even as they sail into the world’s most remote landscapes. One such vessel, the National Geographic Orion, will host members during the Antarctica Expedition 2020, a sold-out experience that Inspirato runs every two to four years. Inspirato members sail alongside a team of expert guides, experienced land and sea naturalists, and a National Geographic photographer, who lead engaging discussions along the voyage.

“We make it possible to have confidence checking off those bucket-list items you never thought you could,” said Jones. 

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Capture the essence of this preppy East Coast island with understated and classic décor that blends in with its coastal surroundings.

2 Cliffside Beach Club, Nantucket Print ($249, graymalin.com) Photographer Gray Malin shot this Nantucket beach from a doorless helicopter.

3 Rattan Rectangular Trunk ($599, potterybarn.com) Store blankets, pillows, or games in this handcrafted rattan trunk.

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Pay homage to this magical Mexican town—named the “World’s Best City” by Travel + Leisure for two years running—with bright, poppy décor tinged with a bohemian spirit.

1 Hanging Rattan Chair ($489, serenaandlily.com) Gently sway in the breeze with this sturdy chair, made of bent rattan.

2 Justina Fela Tassel Chandelier ($194, shadesoflight.com) The bohemian tassels on this playful chandelier liven up any space.

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4 Calle Aldama, San Miguel de Allende ($37, 20×28 inches, society6.com) This watercolor immortalizes one of the city’s most scenic thoroughfares.

5 Tomas Huerta Talavera Plate ($22, lafuente.com) San Miguel de Allende is known for its Talavera pottery, like this colorful plate.

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7 Dax Leather Pouf ($437, luluandgeorgia.com) Make a nod to the city’s exquisite leather products with this pouf.

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1 Alpaca Pillow ($235, hwhome.com) This alpaca pillow makes for a cozy addition to a couch or bed.

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4 American Buffalo Print* ($500, 20x24 inches, theanimalprintshop.com) Tip your hat to this classic American mammal, found in and around Jackson Hole. *frame not included

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6 Aesop Magazine Rack ($335, hwhome.com) Practical design meets a rustic aesthetic with this brown leather sling.

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2 Carolyn Upholstered Chaise ($2,199, potterybarn.com) Tufted cushions and carved front legs make this chair a perfect resting spot.

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Summon your inner Parisian-on-holiday with rustic dĂŠcor that looks as if it was plucked from the antique stores and openair markets of Southern France.

3 18-inch Floral Vase ($100, onekingslane.com) Freshly picked flowers are the perfect accent to this chinoiserie-inspired porcelain vase.

4 PB Found Dough Bowls Oblong ($199, potterybarn.com) These one-of-a-kind, hand-carved wooden bowls make rustic centerpieces.

5 Marseilles Fig Guest House Candle ($65, hwhome.com) Enjoy the scent of freshly ripened summer figs with this soy-based candle.

6 Aquatic Plant No.18 ($100, luliewallace.com) This lily pad print winks at Claude Monet’s famous Water Lilies series.

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After promoting some of the hottest musicians of our century, this Inspirato member is ready to turn some of his attention inward.

FOR 46 YEARS, Inspirato member Louis Messina has been promoting the music of his carefully vetted stable of superstars, which includes Taylor Swift, Ed Sheeran, George Strait, Kenny Chesney, Eric Church, and Faith Hill. For Messina, who last year won a Country Music Association Lifetime Achievement Honor, the artists he chooses to get involved with are not picked simply for their talent. “I have to have a connection with them that’s not just artistic, but also personal and moral,” he said. “The artists I work with I want to be involved with for the rest of their career.”

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Presley concert. At the “If there ever is an issue, no matter how slight, the heart of Messina’s love problem takes minutes to fix—not days,” he said. for music is the spiritual His favorite Inspirato travel destination was the journey that a song can family’s most recent trip, to Long Bay Beach Club take you on, so that you Turks and Caicos. “The ocean was just outside arrive back at yourself our window: All day long we were mesmerized transformed. “Music watching Caribbean ‘ocean TV.’ A couple of times is sacred,” he we’ll hire a professional chef to create said. “There are A MUSIC MOGUL a memorable family dinner, to take certain songs utmost advantage of the privilege of Inspirato member, concert promoter, you hear that privacy,” he said. Of course, music sound as if they and CMA Lifetime may enter the scene as well. Even on Achievement Award were written holiday, his musical mainstays are the winner Louis Messina about you or for musicians who are part of his fold. “I you.” Concerts, which he never tires of, listen to the artists who listen to me,” are the ultimate way to listen to music. “They feel he said with a laugh. good, like church. As Kenny Chesney says at the Next on Messina’s horizon is channeling some start of his concerts: Leave your problems at the of his keen attentiveness toward someone who door for the next two hours. Nothing can replace has been quietly waiting in the wings—himself. live, the people around you, the charge in the For his next act, he said, “I want to spend more air—it’s magical.” time with my family, more time with me. I need Messina Touring Group’s success has been to get back to finding Louis. That’s my next peaking in recent years—last year he promoted mission. I kind of like Louis,” he said, with just a Taylor Swift’s “Reputation” tour, the top-grossing hint of surprise. —ELIZABETH MARGLIN tour in U.S. history, along with Ed Sheeran, who in 2018 grossed $432 million and sold 4,860,482 tickets worldwide. His artist-centric promotion model, which delivers concierge-quality service to his artists, favors excellence over volume.

As someone who is constantly on the road tending Each artist has a dedicated team that’s exclusive to his touring superstars, Inspirato member Louis to them. “We are 100 percent all in with each Messina has picked these three tips for making artist. I don’t shop my artists out,” he said. “I look vacation time sacrosanct. at myself as an extension of the artist rather than • Pad your vacation with a few extra days. “It takes their promoter.” me a long time to decompress. By the time I But such devotion comes with a cost. For actually feel relaxed, it’s time to go. Adding a few decades, Messina, who follows many of the tours extra days to your trip can help you settle into an with his own personal touring bus, was on the almost unnerving feeling of tranquility.” road for roughly 200 days a year. This year, he said, he’s committed to a better work-life balance • Moderate your phone time. “At first, even on and has promised his wife and two younger vacation, I was a phone addict, checking it every daughters, ages 10 and 13 (Messina also has few minutes. But I’ve learned to just scan my four older sons) to keep it under 100 days. When phone in the morning and the evening and be he does get the rare opportunity to travel for present with my family the rest of the time.” pleasure, Messina expects the same attention to • Use your vacation time to make more mindful service that he showers on his artists. He chooses food choices. “Take advantage of having your Inspirato because its service is impeccable, he routine disrupted, along with less cause to says, from pre-trip logistics to post-trip followstress-eat, to cut down on the eat-on-the-run, up. He appreciates being able to delegate all the whatever’s available mentality.” trip’s details with confidence, down to having the kitchen stocked with his family’s favorite foods.

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DON’T LEAVE HOME WITHOUT IT

The latest travel accessory is a vacation photo shoot.

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PORTUGAL SURPRISE

Flytographer Orsi pretends to be a tourist while secretly capturing a surprise proposal in the Alfama neighborhood in Lisbon.

A LITTLE HELP FROM DAD

A 2-year-old boy gets a lift from Dad during an alpine ski lesson on the slopes at Copper Mountain, Colorado.

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A dad teaches his daughter how to fly fish on a warm fall day on the Crystal River in Marble, Colorado, near Aspen.

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elfie stick, step aside. The new trend in creating unforgettable travel pics is the personal travel photographer, who documents your trip and delivers gorgeous, high-quality photos—without you having to snap a shot. Societal norms are rapidly shifting around hiring a travel photographer; it’s now considered akin to hiring a photographer for a wedding. Fueling the trend: the growing recognition that the travel photos a pro takes are a different order of magnitude than the ones you can snap on the fly with your phone. Admit it: You probably struggle with photo fatigue, whether it’s rooted in roping in a stranger to take a group shot, contorting for a collective selfie, or resigning yourself to be the designated documenter. While those strategies may be good enough for a Facebook post or Instagram feed, the benefit of hiring a professional means you’re guaranteed to end up with genuine, timeless keepers—photos you will actually want to blow up, frame, and treasure.

If this sounds more savvy than splurgy, Flytographer (basically Airbnb for travel photographers) will connect you with a professional, fully vetted photographer in over 275 cities worldwide. Or explore a more immersive experience with a private photographer who shadows your family all day to capture an intimate—and unforgettable—day-in-the-life.

Inspirato talked to both Flytographer and Casie Zalud, an independent documentary family photographer, to explain why good vacation shots are worth every penny.

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According to Flytographer founder Nicole Smith, a former Microsoft executive, the personal photographer movement coincides with the rise of people recognizing the value of experiences over “stuff.”

“Our clients have found the most memorable mementos are professional-quality vacation photos,” Smith said. (Enjoy the relief of calling off the search for the perfect souvenir.) She discovered this firsthand, when the idea for Flytographer arose after a trip she took with her best friend to Paris six years ago.

“The photos we had taken of ourselves and the ones we had asked strangers to snap were disappointing,” she said, “so we asked a friend living in the city to take some shots. We ended up with stunning images that captured the spirit of the trip.” She founded the company in 2013—as a side project. Since then, burgeoning demand has spurred aggressive growth, and the company keeps upscaling. Flytographer offers packages that range from 30 minutes to two hours: Prices start at $250 and go up to $650, with customers receiving a complete set of digital images within five days of the meeting. “Most people opt for 60 to 90 minutes,” she said, “because it does take a little time to warm up to the camera.”

The success of companies such as Flytographer suggest that our best defense against visual overload may be discrimination.

“With Pinterest, Facebook, and Instagram, we’ve become a much more visual world, and in particular, there’s been an explosion of visual storytelling,” Smith said. Our devices bombard us with images in our feeds, posts, texts, and emails.

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And we are active participants in the scrum: One estimate from InfoTrends Worldwide is that we each take roughly 10 photos a day. The antidote? Seeking out professional photographers who can take extraordinary shots of what makes travel so special.

If you opt for a private photographer such as Zalud, another perk of the experience is that she will capture the moments traditionally not thought of as camera-ready. A documentary photographer, Zalud aspires to bring the unscripted intimacy of real life into the frame—the private, fleeting exchanges that define your family’s unique constellation. Zalud “stays with your family and photographs everything from the littles having Cheerios in their PJs to sleigh ride dinners, ice skating, swimming, the wee one’s first days on skis, and anything else you plan.” To put the family at ease, Zalud puts in extra effort to establish rapport. She comes over for dinner with her clients the night before the shoot, befriends the kids, and familiarizes herself with the family dynamic. She aims for the vulnerable underbelly of family life, not just the cookie-cutter highlights.

Zalud speaks of her favorite photos she’s caught: a very tall father carrying his son in his ski harness as if he were a suitcase, a boy’s first triumphant cycling ascent of a steep hill, a mother falling into a river as the rest of the family fishes.

“I offer this because it’s what I myself crave—someone who can capture my family from the inside.” Her full-day rate, which starts at $2,100, includes an online slideshow—a digitally edited selection of the day’s highlights set to music.

Whatever option you choose, your travel milestones will include everyone in the picture. And that means a collective sigh of relief for all involved (especially the moms). “Vacation photos allow the entire family to slow down and be more present,” Zalud said.

People still harbor negative preconceptions about hiring a personal photographer, chalking it up to millennial narcissism, Smith said. “But it’s so much more than that. It’s for all the big life moments, from friend getaways, solo trips, proposals, honeymoons, to golden anniversaries and family reunions.” It’s less “Insta” gratification and more about what hangs for decades on your private walls. One bonus of booking a flytographer is they double as an informal local tour guide, sharing a treasury of tips on the best things to eat, see, and do, along with the INSPIRATO.COM

Flytographer’s tips to get the most out of your travel shoot: OPTIMIZE THE LIGHT

Flytographer comes close to insisting the shoots take place during the “golden hours” of dawn or twilight—the two times a day when the light is the most flattering. Morning is particularly conducive to good shots, said Smith, because most of the time there’s nobody else there (less potential for photo bombs).

“Plus, one of my favorite parts of travel is getting to see a city ‘rustle’ awake,” she said.

COORDINATE YOUR LOOK

While you don’t have to go totally matchy-matchy, you don’t want the distraction of rampant pattern conflict either. Make sure your outfits fit well and have a consistent tone, both in terms of style and color choice. Formal outfits should be paired with formal—or let a casual look

set the entire tone. For colors, complementary tones work best. Play off each other’s choices through accenting your outfit with the primary color of your partner’s or the group’s. To make the clothing easy on the eye, contrast prints and patterns with solids, so the faces become the focal point.

PUT YOUR BEST FOOT FORWARD

There’s no detail too small when it comes to portraits, but unfortunately many people overlook their shoes. Scuffed shoes really do lower the vibe, so put some thought into your footwear—the shoes make the outfit. High heels are not always a good choice, not just because of the comfort factor but because they can be awkward on cobblestones, sand, or grass.

ADAPT TO YOUR ENVIRONMENT

Explore picking up on cues from your environment. Dress for the weather, for example, wearing earthy tones during autumn’s foliage or bright colors that will pop against snow. If you are in a rainy city with a preponderance of gray, you might want to have bold touches of color that will provide texture and contrast.

GO LIGHT

Try not to carry anything with you that you wouldn’t want in the photos. Backpacks, tote bags, and even purses can disrupt the lines of the body and add unnecessary bulk. That goes for pockets too—wallets, phones, and keys create unsightly bulges that your eye will be drawn to in the photo.

places to avoid. A perk of working with a documentary family photographer, on the other hand, is the chance to capture the less obvious, quirkier nuances of family life. With both models, many clients stay in touch with the photographers and become friends.

So next time you take a trip, consider giving yourself and your dear ones the royal treatment: photos that will be your most treasured family heirlooms—and legacy. The right photos help us not remember but relive the magic of a place, the trajectory of our lives, and the beauty of our fellow travelers. 

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A WINE LOVER’S DREAM

In the heart of Sonoma, wake up among the vines of a working vineyard with a unique stay at Vintner’s Cottage.

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Vintner’s Cottage, nestled on the property of Blue Rock Vineyard, evokes the feel of the French countryside in the heart of Sonoma.

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ne of life’s simple pleasures is opening a bottle of wine at the end of a long day or workweek, when surrounded by friends, or right before diving into a good book.

But have you ever thought about the journey wine takes before it gets to the bottle? For Inspirato members curious about the winemaking process, a one-of-a-kind, immersive experience awaits in Sonoma: a stay at Vintner’s Cottage.

Vintner’s Cottage sits on the property of a family-owned winery: Blue Rock Vineyard. Blue Rock got its start as a winery in the 1800s run by Italian immigrants. Vintner’s Cottage itself was once the site of Villa Maria winery, but that operation was shuttered during Prohibition. In 1987, Kenny and Cheryl Kahn bought the property, which became the sustainability-focused winery that it is today.

“It’s a true hidden gem, tucked into a breathtaking section of Alexander Valley. The grounds have an incredible history, dating back to the mid-1800s. The vineyards are speckled with gorgeous blue serpentine rock,” said Carla Jeffries, Blue Rock’s director of hospitality. “In fact, serpentine is used in much of the landscaping throughout the estate and in the walls of the home.”

Serpentine rock—so named for the group of minerals that make it up—is both the winery’s namesake and California’s state rock. It plays a distinct role in California’s plant life, with 10 percent of the state’s native flora growing on serpentine soils.

Yet what makes Blue Rock truly different, Jeffries said, is that walking through its gate is like being transported to a different place and time.

“Time truly seems to stand still here. We like to say our guests are hugged—figuratively and literally—by the land,

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and by those of us who are its stewards,” Jeffries said. “We’re passionate about this special place—the grapes we grow, the wines we craft, and the guests we meet.”

Blue Rock is also about 15 minutes north of downtown Healdsburg, a charming Sonoma County stopover with a beautiful town square, art galleries, boutiques, antique shops, and farm-to-table restaurants.

Inspirato members who have stayed at the historic home—a French stone cottage reminiscent of the European countryside, boasting its own private pool and a bocce ball court—have loved the opportunity to be in the midst of the action of a working vineyard.

Member Michelle T. usually travels to Napa Valley for winetasting excursions, but she and her group opted for Sonoma on their recent trip for a new experience.

Michelle had high praise for the home—“French country expertly crafted with luxury amenities”—and said the entire property has an air of magic about it. Her group also loved getting the chance to sit down with Blue Rock staff to learn more about the ins and outs of winemaking.

“We spent two hours with our hosts by the fireplace learning the history of the vineyard and gaining insight to the complexity of the winemaking process, starting with the soil nurturing the grapevines,” she said.

Another Inspirato member, Rebecca M., chose an off-season stay at Vintner’s Cottage for her first visit to wine country, and her first trip with Inspirato.

“The cottage was quaint, beautifully decorated, very comfortable—absolutely amazing,” she said. “The grounds were breathtaking, even though we stayed there (at the) end of January, first of February.”

She was particularly impressed with Alicia, the Inspirato Destination Concierge in Sonoma.

“Our concierge, Alicia, really went above and beyond to ensure our trip was the best. She put together the perfect itinerary of restaurants, wineries, transportation, groceries, etc.,” Rebecca said. “She even made sure we had extra firewood, fresh chocolate chip cookies daily, and a bottle of Baby Blue wine from the winery sitting on the table.”

And a trip to Vintner’s Cottage during the fall provides a special opportunity: getting to see the harvesting of the grapes up close, a treat for Inspirato member Bruce M. “We had the opportunity to join an early-morning harvest, and we enjoyed a truly exceptional farm-to-table lunch in a dining room built for that purpose, overlooking the vineyard through a wall of floor-to-ceiling windows,” he said. “Carla and the rest of the Blue Rock team were extraordinarily hospitable, and very accommodating.”

Bruce also said he was perfectly happy to stay on the property in the evening—members have free rein to explore after the winery closes at 6 p.m.—and grill up some steaks, pairing them with Blue Rock wines. (He recommends the Best Barrel Cabernet Sauvignon.)

Wine aficionado or not, any Inspirato member with an interest in the winemaking process should consider a stay at Vintner’s Cottage for their next trip to wine country.

“My only regret is that our stay ended before we had a chance to try out the bocce lawn,” Bruce said, “but we’ll make a point of that the next time we stay here!” 

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BEAUTY ABOUNDS

The vineyard’s namesake blue serpentine rock is used throughout much of the property’s landscaping.

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DINNER WITH A VIEW

The cottage’s dining room, with floorto-ceiling windows, was built for taking in gorgeous vineyard views while enjoying a farm-to-table meal.

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The helicopter view of tire tracks etched into Liuwa Plain National Park reveals the vastness of wild lands in Zambia.

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DISCOVER HOW EXPERIENTIAL TRAVEL CREATES MORE FULFILLING MEMORIES

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CHANGE THE WAY YOU SEE THE WORLD

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VENTURING FAR BEYOND the beaten path and immersing more deeply in local culture, experiential travel connects you with the soul of a place and its people. Whether constructing traditional crafts with native artisans or browsing markets for ingredients to prepare a regional dish with local chefs, this form of travel opens doors previously not on typical tourist itineraries, providing meaningful interactions with the people who make a destination so vibrant.

Lingering longer than the trip itself, experiential travel has the potential to enrich your life through the creation of lasting memories, a trend leading discerning global citizens to seek deeper connections during their time spent abroad. Though many travelers yearn for these types of experiences, it may seem difficult to find trips that go beyond the superficial. But discovering the world this way can be as simple as narrowing down your interests and seeking them in a new place, whether that entails an exploratory look into a destination’s history, people, or culture.

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For travelers seeking an adventurous experience, journeys to remote destinations provide intimate access to seldom-trodden landscapes. Be it a kayaking journey among glaciers and icebergs in East Greenland or a hiking adventure through Jordan’s most ancient stretches, these trips provide the opportunity to connect with ancient and indigenous cultures harboring centuries of wisdom in some of the world’s most beautiful regions. This is true for gourmands, too, as connecting with a culture’s cuisine provides an inherently convivial experience, while aesthetes are sure to find commonality in traditional art forms depicting an area’s history. But perhaps the most experiential journey of all can be found on safari, where conservationists and locals share why the protection of our natural world is more vital now than ever.

No matter your travel mode of choice, you’re sure to connect with the soul of these destinations during some of our favorite experiential journeys around the globe.

ASSIST CONSERVATION EFFORTS IN NORTHERN ZAMBIA

Though hard to reach, a safari in Zambia lands you at the root of one of the oldest conservation stories in Africa. Venturing beyond the popular South Luangwa National Park, a 3,490-square-mile wildlife sanctuary in the country’s eastern river valley, extend your journey to Liuwa Plain National Park, a seasonally flooded savannah in western Zambia where rare African animals flourish. Its waterways border Angola and are seemingly endless, a vast expanse where zebra and wildebeest tracks etch the floor like veins pumping lifeblood from the rooted islands. Marked by the upper Zambezi Floodplain and bounded by the Luambimba and Luanginga rivers, it’s one of the wildest places on earth, completely untouched by the crowds, paved roads, and pollution that modern development entails.

First protected by King Lewanika of the Lozi tribe in the 1880s, a visit here first requires a series of charter flights until a helicopter finally delivers you to Time + Tide King Lewanika Lodge, the first and only permanent camp in the park. Although a country away, the Angolan Civil War reached Liuwa Plain before its end in 2002, spreading the practice of poaching and illegal trophy hunting in Zambia’s remote western lands. While almost every species was affected by the war, the lions of Liuwa Plain were nearly eliminated. Going beyond a typical safari, an experience here lends you the opportunity to learn firsthand from organizations like the Zambian Carnivore Programme, where a team of conservationists is working to encourage the protection of the country’s most iconic species. Join the team in the field to discover how they track and monitor animals like lions, hyenas, and cheetahs to ensure that their habitat remains a haven for their offspring to thrive.

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PREPARE FAMILIAL CUISINE IN SOUTHERN ITALY

In an idyllic region where fresh burrata and mozzarella are as plentiful as picturesque cottages and stunning Baroque palaces, it’s easy to see why the heel of Italy’s boot is experiencing an uptick in tourism. Bordered by the Adriatic Sea to the east and the Ionian Sea to the south, the region extends from the verdant Umbra Forest to the southern Salento Peninsula, forming one of Europe’s most ethereal coastal landscapes. Whether strolling ancient whitewashed towns like Lecce or staying in a conical stone trulli hut in the heart of Alberobello, immerse yourself in the cultural traditions of Southern Italy during a cooking experience at DireFareGustare, where chefs Mara Battista and Marina Saponari unveil the area’s culinary customs in a sun-soaked farmhouse engulfed by olive groves.

Housed in Masseria San Pietro, near the cliffside town of Polignano a Mare, the classes impart generations of recipes passed down from the two chefs’ families, and during an afternoon cooking demonstration, you can learn the intricacies of the region’s plant-centric dishes like how to bake fresh focaccia or prepare light-and-airy ricotta mousse with decadent cotto di fichi (fig syrup). Perhaps the most experiential portion of the class is when students learn the art of hand-rolling orecchiette, one of the region’s most famous pastas. This dish, named for its resemblance to a little ear, is made with a labor of love, as generations often join to handroll the pasta, sharing stories and recipes to safeguard the family’s ancestral practice for generations to come. Believed to have origins as far back as the 12th century BC, the chefs pair the storied pasta with Puglia’s extra virgin olive oils, regional cheeses like pallone di gravina and canestrato, and organic Pugliese wines made from susumaniello, an ancient red wine grape grown in Salice Salentino and Brindisi, creating one of the rarest wines in the world.

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KAYAK IN EAST GREENLAND

sod houses. Akin to a modern-day winter cabin, the region’s Inuit communities once used these refuges during winter, finding warmth in the circular stone structures that were once seasonally topped with driftwood to form a community dwelling.

Meet with locals like Paulus Larsen, the mayor of Tiniteqilaaq who was born in a traditional sod house, to discover how the region is adjusting to the mounting pressures of climate change.

Recalling a colder time when long-tusked narwhals were abundant in the region, the Sermilik Fjord hasn’t frozen in the last decade, though Larsen and his neighbors still subsist on a hunting lifestyle: seal, narwhal, and polar bear. Though younger generations are less interested in the hunting traditions that once formed the basis of life in East Greenland, fishing is now taking root, an activity that can be done even in winter, when the land is completely covered by snow and the northern lights dance beneath a full moon that never sets.

Where mirrored mountain views engulf the horizon and humpback whales skim the surface of the vast Arctic Ocean, East Greenland awes as one of the world’s most isolated wildernesses. Swallowed by prominent peaks, an experiential journey here begins in summer, when kayaking adventures offer access to glassy waters set below unspoiled snowcapped mountains. Beginning in Tasiilaq—a town of only 3,000 residents that is cut off from the rest of the world from November to February when the sun rests low in the sky and a rise and fall of light are all but absent—venture to surrounding villages like Tiniteqilaaq, a diminutive hamlet dotted with red, yellow, and white wooden cabins. A gateway to remote areas like the Johan Petersen Fjord, kayaking trips near the village offer views of the Hahn glacier and glimmering Greenland ice sheet, where outcrops near the Helheim glacier harbor tucked-away

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PRACTICE INDIGENOUS ART FORMS IN THE ANDES MOUNTAINS OF PERU

From the dawn of the Incan Empire in the early 1400s, the indigenous Quechua culture has flourished in the high-altitude realms of the vast Andes Mountains in Peru. Taking refuge in Cusco—once considered the navel of the world in Quechuan culture—the town now offers access to stunning treks up the rainbow-hued Vinicunca mountain and visits to storied Machu Picchu, an ancient Incan citadel looming above the Sacred Valley of the Incas.

Though the region’s natural landscapes and ancient sites offer a window into the mysterious culture of the Incas, few art forms provide more insight into the culture than textiles woven on a backstrap loom, a practice that offered a means for the Quechua to memorialize their lives in weavings. Serving as social status symbols for the oratorical culture, textile traditions became a way to identify a person’s village of origin and life experience.

Today, textiles are just as important as they were centuries ago, a belief that led indigenous Quechua master weaver Nilda Callañaupa Alvarez to open the Centro de Tejedoras de Chinchero, a weaving center set 30 minutes outside of Cusco. Built to empower artisans in 10 communities within the region, nearly 40 women and 30 girls meet every week in the open-air courtyard to practice natural dyeing techniques and ancestral Incan textile designs, such as ñawi awapa, the traditional ribbon of Chinchero that depicts an all-seeing eye of protection. A pioneer of her craft, learn from Alvarez during a custom textile workshop. During the process of making your own weaving, Alvarez can share how she and her fellow weavers resurrected sustainable natural dyeing practices by surveying Quechua elders to salvage the names and regional origins of dyes, delivering every color of the rainbow.

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TRACE A CULTURAL ROUTE IN JORDAN

prolific empires, discover how Jordan’s cultural traditions are as vibrant today as they were centuries ago.

Taking you to rural villages where Bedouin camps are the only refuge near old shepherd trails and over spectacular canyons, the Jordan Trail is a chance to explore the country’s diverse landscapes and discover the country’s reverential history. The route encompasses Byzantine ruins, the vast canyon of Wadi Mujib, the Crusader castle Kerak, Dana Biosphere Reserve, biblical sites like the purported birthplace of the prophet Elijah, and the striking rock formations and remote sandy plains of Wadi Rum. The journey culminates in a backdoor entrance to the Rose City, where hikers are rewarded for their efforts with the first glimpse of the spires of Petra’s famed monastery, one of the many temples and tombs the ancient Nabateans carved into stone over 2,000 years ago. 

Tracing the ancient King’s Highway on the eastern rim of Jordan’s Great Rift Valley, the Jordan Trail runs for 400 miles from the Fertile Crescent in the north to the Arabian Desert and the Red Sea in the south. Taking over 40 days to complete— the route touches four biospheres and 52 villages and is split into eight sections—the Jordan Trail weaves through a land both the Romans and Nabatean architects of Petra once used for trade. When you hike the Dana-to-Petra portion of the trail, immerse yourself in ancient Berber culture on a six-day journey crossing the region’s most impressive scenery, from undulating valleys and sandstone mountains to oases where funnel-shaped oleanders bloom. In an area spanning the rise and fall of some of the world’s most

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NATIONAL PARK

ADVENTURES DISCOVER OUR PICKS FOR CAN’T-MISS EXCURSIONS—FROM ICONIC HIKES TO SECRET HOT SPRINGS—IN AMERICA’S MOST INCREDIBLE PARKS.

AMERICA’S FIRST NATIONAL park opened to the public in 1872 under President Ulysses S. Grant.

At that time, a period of unprecedented westward expansion meant that more Americans than ever were setting off into our country’s vast wilderness— and threatening to permanently alter these precious ecosystems. Impassioned conservationists championed the idea of a national park system to protect our most remarkable landscapes before it was too late, and thus, in 1916, the modern National Park Service was born.

More than a century later, in 2018, a total of 318 million visitors set foot inside a park operated by the National Park Service. The national parks are open to—and belong to—all of us, beckoning adventurers from around the world.

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Even as the parks attract record-setting numbers of visitors, there are plenty of corners to explore, pockets where you can still feel like the first-ever explorer of a captivating landscape. That’s the eternal promise of the national park system, which documentarian Ken Burns once dubbed “America’s Best Idea.”

I’ve always been a fervent fan of our national parks, dating back to my childhood when my parents would take the family on weeks-long road trips, trying to visit as many parks as possible in one cross-country swoop.

As an adult, I’ve come to cherish our public lands even more as wild, sacred spaces that represent the best version of our collective humanity—one in which we act as gentle stewards and respectful observers who leave no trace. There’s always an adventure to be had in our national parks. Here are a few of my favorites. »

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Seesunrise the HALEAKALĀ NATIONAL PARK

ONE OF THE LAST PLACES on United States soil to witness the sunrise each morning takes place in Haleakalā National Park on Maui. It’s worth the wait.

A massive volcanic crater (which last blew its top 500 years ago), Haleakalā is the highest point on Maui at 10,023 feet above sea level.

It’s surrounded by a cinder desert landscape that makes the island’s sugar-sand beaches and swaying palm trees feel like a distant memory.

With a lack of light or environmental pollution, it’s an ideal vantage point to witness the sun crest above the horizon.

That’s just what I did on a work trip one September day last fall with my colleagues, when our alarms sounded at 2:30 a.m. for a bleary wake-up call and we shuffled onto a tour bus for the 90-minute winding drive to the summit.

We joined a small group of onlookers gathered in anticipation, facing out toward the inky blackness.

As my eyes adjusted to the dark, I could make out the outlines of the vast crater that loomed before me; everyone adopted hushed, reverent tones. The sunrise happened so gradually that it was almost imperceptible: the faintest hint of red warming up on the horizon. The show had begun, and the crowd fell silent.

Haleakalā means “house of the sun” in Hawaiian. According to Hawaiian lore, the demigod Maui trapped the sun atop Haleakalā in order to make the day longer. It was certainly the longest sunrise I’ve ever witnessed, with time seeming to slow down enough to witness the orb lift higher in the sky inch by inch.

Sunsets on Maui are grand and spectacular, painted across the sky with neon pinks and purples in a way that makes them impossible to ignore. The island’s sunrises have a more dignified beauty, a quieter subtlety that rewards the patient viewer.

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Relax in a secret hot spring YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK

INSIDE YELLOWSTONE National Park, there’s always something threatening to boil over.

Perched atop a volcanic caldera, the park bubbles with more than 10,000 boiling mud pots, hissing steam vents, colorful hot springs, and geysers that rocket through the air like uncorked champagne.

These smoking geothermal features—and the telltale sulfuric smell they carry—only enhance the park’s otherworldly atmosphere.

Although Yellowstone is home to the largest concentration of geysers in the world, they don't add much in the way of aquatic recreation. It's illegal to bathe in hot springs within the park's boundaries, and for good reason: In certain spots, water can reach temperatures up to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.

However, I discovered there is one spot within the park where you can freely soak (rangers allow swimming in bodies of water fed by runoff from hydrothermal features). Just across the Wyoming-Montana border, near the park’s northern entrance and Mammoth Hot Springs, the hydrothermal Boiling River meets the refreshingly cold waters of the Gardner River.

This mix of temperatures is just right for a long soak to soothe weary muscles.

Tucked in the northwest corner of the park, the hot springs felt a little bit like a secret. We trekked down a rocky, half-mile trail from the parking lot to reach the river, grateful for sturdy water shoes.

The hot springs area was cordoned off from the cool river by an improvised rock barrier, cobbled together over time by previous visitors.

As we floated alongside a dozen other bathers, my husband and I chatted with a colorful cast of rotating characters, including an oil executive who owned a ranch in nearby Jackson Hole and a friendly pair of free-spirited European backpackers making their way across the States.

The occasional brave teen leapt over the rocky barrier into the freezing waters of the Gardner River, shrieking. As daylight waned and the air temperature dropped, we found ourselves enveloped in rising steam, a subtle reminder of the powerful forces at work below Yellowstone.

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YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK NEAR SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA

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WHEN YOU’RE INSIDE Yosemite National Park, Half Dome—the towering granite monolith that rises nearly 5,000 feet above the valley floor—is unavoidable. It’s everywhere: plastered on souvenir T-shirts, emblazoned on mugs in the campground general store, and lurking in the background of all your scenic valley photos.

In the late 1870s, early settler Josiah Whitney proclaimed that Half Dome was “perfectly inaccessible.” It didn’t take long for hikers to prove him wrong.

Today, while many parkgoers choose to appreciate Half Dome from afar, roughly 300 lucky hikers get to set foot on the rock face itself each day from late May to early October.

That’s because the hike to the top of Half Dome is protected by a permit system. Each March,

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would-be hikers sign up for the Half Dome permit lottery, hoping to be one of the chosen few who are allowed to summit.

One summer holiday weekend a few years ago— after scoring permits in the lottery—my hiking party set out in the pre-dawn hours, sporting headlamps to light the way. The Half Dome Trail leads trekkers to the top of the dome on a 14- to 16-mile round-trip course, taking around 12 hours to complete. On the way up, the trail wends past gorgeous waterfalls (Vernal and Nevada Falls), flattens out for a brief reprieve in Little Yosemite Valley, and then switchbacks up to the base of the dome.

The length of the hike isn’t what makes it such an adventure. The final pitch is what hikers from all over the world make the pilgrimage to Yosemite for.

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The last quarter-mile of the hike spikes sharply upward, where braided metal cables—drilled into the rock by park rangers in 1919—needle up the spine of Half Dome, enabling hikers to make the final ascent without technical rock climbing equipment.

It’s not an excursion for the faint of heart, or the acrophobic. Staring up at the steep cables rising in front of me, I had a moment of wanting to sit this part out. It seemed too treacherous. I sought opinions from some of the hikers who just stepped off the cables; one woman smiled and said cheerily, “Tough, but doable!”

So up we went. It took us roughly 30 minutes to navigate the cables to the top, using our upper bodies to pull ourselves up each gravity-defying step. The cables aren’t a one-way street; hikers going both directions squeeze past one another within the 36-inch corridor. I clung to one side, willing myself not to focus on the downhill slope just inches beyond.

At the top, the view of the valley was surreal, and the sense of shared accomplishment palpable. Hikers toasted to their good fortune with fizzy beers, melting trail mix, and in my case, a surprise marriage proposal. I said yes— but requested the ring remain inside its velvet box until we made it safely back down the cables.

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NEAR NASHVILLE, 80-foot waterfall, and TENNESSEE yet another munching on leaves high up in a tree.

Up at dawn for a scenic drive along the Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail through old-growth forest, we spotted another black bear high up in the treetops, watching our car curiously.

We had quickly learned that in the Great Smoky Mountains, if you want to see a bear, look up.

The best bear sighting was our last one. We planned to take in the sunset atop Clingman’s Dome—the highest point in the park at 6,643 feet.

As we strode up the half-mile paved path leading to the observation tower, we heard a rustling in the bushes off the trail. Careful to keep our distance, we watched quietly as a mother and her two small cubs noshed on grasses. Seeing the black bear family up close was a pinch-me moment and a reminder of just how special these national parks are.

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ONE OF THE MOST exhilarating parts of venturing into the wilderness is the chance to see wildlife. In Great Smoky Mountains National Park, which straddles the border of North Carolina and Tennessee, you’d be hard-pressed to spend a long weekend and not catch a glimpse of one of the park’s most famous residents: the black bear.

When my husband and I visited during a long spring weekend, we were on a mission to see as many of the species Ursus americanus as we could. We’d come to the right place: The park is home to a population of nearly 1,500 black bears.

As we rode bicycles on an 11-mile loop around Cades Cove on our first morning, we breezed past historic settlers’ cabins, old churches, and a photogenic gristmill. That’s when we spotted our first of the weekend—a mother and her two cubs about a football field away, marching through a meadow and paying us no mind. On a dusk hike to Laurel Falls later that day, we spotted a black bear boulder-hopping in the riverbed beneath the

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MESA VERDE NATIONAL PARK NEAR TELLURIDE, COLORADO

LOCATED 60 MILES southwest of Telluride, Mesa Verde is one of the most unusual national parks in the entire country, the sole park dedicated to the activity of humans. A crown jewel in the Four Corners area, the park protects nearly 5,000 known archaeological sites, including 600 cliff dwellings, built by the Ancestral Pueblo people who lived there for more than 700 years, from roughly 600 to 1300 CE. It’s the largest archaeological preserve in the United States.

The cliff dwellings are a relic from another era, constructed ingeniously with sandstone, mortar, and wooden beams beneath the overhangs of grassy mesas. The marvel is that these archaeological sites aren’t preserved under glass to be observed from a distance—visitors are encouraged to explore the sites on ranger-guided tours and learn firsthand how the Ancestral Pueblo people transitioned from semi-nomadic hunter-gatherers to a flourishing agrarian society.

The tours sell out fast—and can only be purchased in person up to two days prior—so I was thrilled to nab a spot for the two largest cliff dwelling tours one busy summer holiday weekend.

Cliff Palace is the perfect place to start. It’s the park’s largest dwelling, a veritable apartment complex with 150 rooms sprawling across four stories and 23 kivas (subterranean rooms used for meetings and religious ceremonies). The small tour group set out from the Cliff Palace Overlook on a short dusty trail that sloped downward toward the mesa. Throughout the tour, we climbed 100 vertical feet on a series of five rickety wooden ladders.

It’s easy to imagine the once-bustling scene: men, women, and children scampering up to the top of the mesa to tend to their squash and bean crops.

But it’s the Balcony House tour that offers the biggest adventure in the park. The tour starts with a climb up a 32-foot wooden ladder that prompted the children in the group to squeal with delight and a few parents to murmur nervously. Later, we dropped to our hands and knees to crawl through a 12-foot-long, 18-inch-wide tunnel between homes.

In order to exit, we clambered up a 60-foot open rock face, where grooves have been worn into the stone to form a natural staircase. Though it’s often overshadowed by the larger parks nearby (Rocky Mountain, Zion, and Grand Canyon, to name a few), Mesa Verde is well worth the stop.  Jorie Larsen, Senior Copywriter at Inspirato, is making her way through America’s national parks; so far, she has visited 26 of the 61 protected areas.

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TAKE A SEAT AT THE TABLE IN THESE RED-HOT FOODIE CITIES IN THE DEEP SOUTH.

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The American South is a region that dominates the culinary world with a melting pot of flavors. Both its people and the food they whip up in their home kitchens or restaurants are part and parcel of a history that summarizes a storied past of immigration, assimilation, and war. Explore the South’s diverse culinary offerings by adding these dynamic cities to your upcoming travel plans to get a glimpse of the varied cultures that make up the American story. » Artillery | Savannah, Georgia

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Nashville

HOT CHICKEN, BARBEQUE, “meat and threes”—Nashville’s foodie roots may traditionally have been battered and fried, but today’s trailblazers are bucking the trend by testing out different techniques around every corner. Music City’s food scene is a constant churn of both innovation and failure. It’s a place where anybody can make it—or at least try something bold and inventive—in part due to the massive influx of both new residents and tourists with evolved taste buds acquired from living in such metropolises as New York City, Los Angeles, and Chicago. In fact, upward of 250 new restaurants have opened in Nashville in the past two years alone.

But with the steady rise of rents, many of these restaurants make it only a year before shutting their doors and moving on to the next endeavor (R.I.P. Kuchnia & Keller, and Lulu), so if you see something new and buzzworthy, go now because this might be your only shot. Chefs who have survived Nashville’s exponential growth include James Beard winner Tandy Wilson, who has been at the forefront of the culinary movement since opening City House in 2007; his Sunday Supper is an ever-rotating showcase of his panache for creating flavorful, Southern-infused, Italian-inspired items like lamb sugo with grits, spinach and pecorino, and the wildly popular belly ham pizza with a cracked egg on top.

Chefs like Florida expat Philip Krajeck followed in Wilson’s footsteps with Rolf & Daughters, using many ingredients that require a dictionary to decipher and capitalizing on the craze of using whole-animal butchery and seasonal ingredients. Other newcomers like Vivek Surti with his slam-dunk Tailor—in which the Tennessee-born, Indian-American chef features a South Asian-style dinner party consisting of eight to 10 dishes with optional drink pairings four nights a week—tested concepts over the course of a decade via hosting supper clubs before launching a brickand-mortar location in 2018 to instant success.

Others like Trey Cioccia, however, have been entrenched in the Nashville restaurant scene their entire careers. The Mount Juliet-born chef worked in the kitchen at the Hermitage Hotel’s Oak Room before opening The Farm House, a mix of Southern fare and Italian cuisine as a nod to his family’s Sicilian roots, in 2013. Cioccia grew up helping out on his family’s nearby 100acre farm and places emphasis on sourcing his meat and produce from within Tennessee; his cheese all comes from just a couple of hours away in Kentucky. Four years after his farm-to-table eatery debuted, Cioccia opened the Black Rabbit in Printer’s Alley, a swanky cocktail lounge in a historic 1890s building with a Roaring ’20s vibe, a tome for a bourbon menu, and decadent bites designed to be shared like the now-famous rabbit rolls.

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Savannah is a rare destination that offers both urban culture and a beach experience within a 20-minute drive. Due east of Savannah’s heart, Tybee Island provides a very different vibe with an abundance of seafood caught daily from the Atlantic and kick-back-and-relax settings like A-J’s Dockside Restaurant and the Deck Beach Bar & Kitchen. For the ultimate afternoon of relaxation, the Wyld Dock Bar—a waterfront hangout with lawn games galore—on Isle of Hope brings in diners and drinkers by the droves, particularly on balmy weekend afternoons. A meal in Savannah is more or less an excuse to enjoy a world-class cocktail, a stark difference from when Gen. James Oglethorpe founded Georgia’s First City as a dry town back in 1733. Lounges like the Artillery, a modernday speakeasy occupying a former armory, have helped raise that bar with their nods to classic Savannah cocktails like Chatham Artillery Punch, which was allegedly dreamed up in the late 1700s when George Washington came to town and is served here in a regal, gilded pineapple chalice.

The downtown Historic District has an opencup policy, meaning many restaurants and bars will send you on your way with a drink in hand, so you can sip your sweet tea-infused libation while meandering around the 22 public squares dramatically cloaked in weeping layers of Spanish moss, spouting fountains, and monuments aplenty.

Most noteworthy on the fine-dining front is The Grey, whose chef-partner Mashama Bailey recently took the top prize for Best Chef in the Southeast at the 2019 James Beard Foundation awards ceremony. Bailey, a transplant from the Bronx, and coowner Johno Morisano, opened The Grey inside an abandoned Greyhound bus terminal in 2014 that had sat empty for decades, spending millions of dollars to unearth its original splendor and adding many Art Deco details of their own to make the restaurant authentic to its 1938 origins. Her fare combines Southern, African, and European influences to produce dishes in four categories—pantry, water, dirt, and pasture—like the signature Yard Bird, a roasted chicken dressed up with peas, radishes, and cream sherry; there’s also a small selection of oysters that rotates nightly. Bailey also appeared on an episode of Netflix’s Chef’s Table, cementing her status as one of the South’s newest celebrity chefs. Don’t have time for a full-on dinner at The Grey? The duo also has a more casual offshoot, The Grey Market, downtown in the style of a New York bodega and lunch counter.

SAVANNAH IS A RARE DESTINATION THAT OFFERS BOTH URBAN CULTURE AND A BEACH EXPERIENCE

Collins Quarter

savannaH DECIDEDLY SMALLER THAN NASHVILLE, Savannah’s food scene is no less worthy, thanks to establishments like the Australian-style café the Collins Quarter and its gastropub sister restaurant, the Fitzroy. This pair of design-forward concepts place equal emphasis on food, ambiance, and the physical space within which it’s all served. It’s no big surprise that every dining establishment in Savannah seems to have been taken straight from the pages of a high-end glossy magazine; after all, this is the city that birthed the internationally acclaimed Savannah College of Art and Design, a popular university among both undergrad and graduate students pursuing careers in architecture, interior design, and other creative fields. Similarly, an increasingly social media-focused world has helped such new spots as Little Duck Diner and Rhett to thrive by making every vignette—from the tile to the table settings to the plating of the dishes—an Instagramworthy moment. Perhaps the most photographed stop of them all, though, is Leopold’s Ice Cream, an old-fashioned parlor right on Savannah’s main drag, Broughton Street, that’s been pulling in ice cream lovers by the masses since 1919.

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CHARLESTON’S MODERN-DAY food scene is an explosion of flavors inspired by the French, Spanish, Native Americans, and Afro-Caribbeans who inherited the earth beneath the swampy, oceanic landscape that flows into the Atlantic on the Eastern Seaboard of the United States. This South Carolina region at large lays claim to several foods unique to the area, the most revered of which is the lowcountry boil, a one-pot combo of shrimp, sausage, corn, and potatoes that was initially conceptualized by a National Guardsman who needed to feed all the men in his unit in a seamless manner. Lowcountry boils are typically held in summer months when ingredients are plentiful, and each chef adds his or her own special ingredient—good luck finding out the secret sauce! Poogan’s Porch is a Charleston icon that truly showcases the lowcountry cuisine, but for those looking for a more authentic, bare-bones experience, check out Bowens Island Restaurant’s Frogmore Stew,

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THE SOUTH CAROLINA REGION AT LARGE LAYS CLAIM TO SEVERAL FOODS UNIQUE TO THE AREA

which was the original name for this dish. Oyster season runs September through April, though roasts are also popular pastimes in the cooler months, especially from the holidays through late winter. Restaurants like Folly Beach’s The Washout, and Saltwater Cowboys in Mount Pleasant, hold weekly roasts during oyster season with specials on both buckets of oysters and beers.

Of course, you can never go wrong with Husk, arguably one of the city’s finest establishments that’s been going strong for a decade. First launched by Charlestonian Sean Brock, the philosophy of the restaurant will remain timeless: Only Southern ingredients are allowed to come through the door. Reverence for the history and roots of the cuisine reign supreme, and dishes that reflect heirloom varieties of both plants and animals grace the menu. Husk’s inaugural location opened in 2010; it now has a trio of outposts in Nashville, Savannah, and Greenville, South Carolina, as well. Additional recipes from Brock can be found in his cookbook Heritage.

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Willie Mae’s Scotch House

THE SMELLS OF BEIGNETS waft through the streets of New Orleans, no matter what part of town you’re exploring, and while Café du Monde made the beignet a household name, locals swear that if the line there is too long, Café Beignet, which flies below the radar, is every bit as delicious. Southern Louisiana was settled by the French in the 1800s; as such, New Orleans’ food scene is heavily influenced by Creole flavors, and the complementary Cajun cuisine was born out of rural cooking, centering on ingredients early settlers could gather from the land and the sea. Muffulettas and po’ boy sandwiches both hail from here, the latter of which can be sampled in various forms at Parkway Bakery & Tavern, in business since 1911.

Red beans and rice are also a staple New Orleans dish, thanks to the Caribbean people who have long called the city home.

Many restaurants will offer this simple combination on their menus, though Willie Mae’s Scotch House in the historic Treme is the place to try it; the no-frills restaurant has been serving up soul food since 1957, and its namesake, Willie Mae Seaton herself, was honored with the James Beard Award for “America’s Classic Restaurant for the Southern Region” back in 2005. Food halls also have been on the uptick, an easy way to showcase the diversity of New Orleans food all under one roof, so you can try a little bit of everything. Near the Marigny and Bywater districts, St. Roch Market has become a destination among epicures with its eclectic smattering of cuisine ranging from Mediterranean and Mexican to oysters and a vegetarian juice bar with salads and healthy bowls.

Of course, if you want to try New Orleans’ famed bananas Fosters, you can’t beat Brennan’s, where the dish originated nearly 70 years ago, and Commander’s Palace is known for its three-martini lunches, Saturday jazz brunch, and traditional “Nawlins” cuisine dating back to 1893 when it first opened.

New Orleans has the perfect perch right off the Gulf of Mexico to indulge in fruits of the sea and, fittingly, boasts some of the best seafood east of the Mississippi. Think gumbo, turtle soup, jambalaya, shrimp, and oyster sandwiches—all of which can be sampled at establishments like GW Fins. An avid scuba diver and lionfish spearfishermen, chef-owner Tenney Flynn is considered one of the nation’s foremost seafood experts, and he brings that knowledge to his kitchen by purchasing only whole fish, which are then broken down in-house. The menu is printed fresh every afternoon and created surrounding the fish accepted that day.

Many of Flynn’s signature recipes will be featured in his upcoming cookbook The Deep End of Flavor, out in August 2019. 

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These members-only experiences include cruises, tours, weekend getaways, and access to high-profile sporting and cultural events, all with premium accommodations and itineraries carefully designed by our team of travel experts.

US OPEN TENNIS 2019 September 6–9, 2019

Each year, the world’s greatest tennis players convene in New York City for the fourth major in the Grand Slam tennis series. Experience the very best the tennis world has to offer, all in one of the world’s greatest cities.

The Inspirato VIP package includes luxurious Midtown accommodations at the Lotte New York Palace and complimentary transportation to and from the matches at the Billie Jean King National Tennis Center.

PEBBLE BEACH® GOLF RETREAT 2019 September 18–22, 2019

Inspirato members will be treated to guaranteed tee times at all three iconic courses of Pebble Beach Resorts® on three consecutive days. After days on the links, couples can relax in total luxury at Casa Palmero®.

We’ve reserved this five-star hotel in its entirety, so you can meet and mingle with fellow Inspirato members throughout the weekend. For non-golfers, enjoy a $1,500 resort credit with guided yoga classes, horseback rides, luxury spa treatments, and more.

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BORDEAUX RIVER CRUISE 2019 October 6–13, 2019

Discover the beauty of southwest France on this allinclusive river cruise up the country’s most scenic waterways. Excursions offer something to suit every traveler, from bike riding along the Route de La Corniche Fleurie to an artisanal wine-pairing lunch at Château Royal de Cazeneuve. Explore the charming village of Libourne, a winemaking capital with a rich medieval history, as well as Quai des Chartrons, home to vintage boutiques and eclectic antiques shops.

GALÁPAGOS EXPEDITION 2019 November 22–December 1, 2019

Take an unforgettable journey over Thanksgiving aboard our fully chartered expedition ship, the National Geographic Endeavour II— described as part grand hotel, part floating research center. Journey through the protected areas of the Galápagos National Park and the Galápagos Marine Reserve, where you might see penguins, sea lions, albatross, marine iguanas, blue-footed boobies, flamingos, and much more—all from an incredibly close vantage point.

DANUBE RIVER CRUISE 2019 October 13–20, 2019

Get the royal treatment as you step aboard the SS Maria Theresa, named for one of Austria’s most beloved monarchs, and set sail along the Danube River in unparalleled luxury and comfort. Brimming with history and culture, this cruise from Passau to Budapest showcases the very best of Central Europe, including Old World capitals, charming villages, and historic sites.

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NEW ZEALAND ADVENTURE 2020 February 21–March 1, 2020 or March 9–18, 2020

Discover New Zealand’s breathtaking natural scenery on this 10-day, adults-only adventure. The journey begins on the North Island, where you’ll sample New World wines at Craggy Range, cruise on Lake Taupo, and enjoy a traditional Maori village experience. Head to the South Island to take in Milford Sound—the most famous fiord in New Zealand, marked by dramatic waterfalls cascading down sheer cliffs— on a private helicopter tour.

SINGAPORE TO TOKYO CRUISE 2020 April 18–May 4, 2020

This 16-day luxury cruise stops in four incredible countries across Asia. Depart from Singapore, and make your way toward Vietnam’s bustling Ho Chi Minh City. From there, it’s on to China, stopping in the glittering metropolises of Hong Kong and Shanghai. End in Japan, touring Nagasaki and Kyushu Island, and finally Tokyo. In each port of call, enjoy the opportunity to immerse yourself in the city’s culture with guided historical tours, cooking classes, and more.

FAMILY SAFARI AND VICTORIA FALLS 2020 June 4–13, 2020; June 22–July 1, 2020; or July 1–10, 2020

In Kruger National Park and Phinda Game Reserve, set off on daily game drives in search of the “Big Five”—lions, leopards, elephants, rhinoceroses, and Cape buffalo. Stay in luxury lodges and enjoy authentic touches, including an African choir concert, traditional outdoor Boma dinner, and a private bush breakfast with dancers. For the trip’s dramatic finale, head to the border of Zimbabwe and Zambia, where you’ll see one of the world’s largest waterfalls: Victoria Falls.

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BARCELONA TO LISBON CRUISE 2020 June 18–25, 2020

Sail in the height of luxury aboard the newly renovated Silver Spirit with a varied itinerary that hits the coastal cosmopolitan centers of Spain, Morocco, and Portugal. Cruise from the Mediterranean to the Atlantic, hitting three countries, two continents, and several charming ports. Indulge in Barcelona’s tapas, Lisbon’s port wine, Mallorca’s paella, and Casablanca’s savory tajine on a cruise as rich in culinary highlights as it is in culture and history.

AFRICAN SAFARI AND WINELANDS 2020

ROME TO ATHENS CRUISE 2020

July 12–20, 2020 or July 25–August 2, 2020

July 10–18, 2020

This adults-only safari begins in the Winelands, South Africa’s most

Sail through ancient waters once ruled by emperors as you make your way

celebrated wine region, where you’ll enjoy windswept beaches, sun-

from Rome to Athens. After exploring Rome’s ancient history and Sicily’s

dappled vineyards, and gourmet restaurants. The last six days will

cultural crossroads, meander on to Malta and discover “the gentleman’s city”

be spent on safari across two of the best private safari reserves in the

at your leisure. See the charming island towns of Argostoli on Kefalonia and

country: Kruger National Park and Sabi Sands Game Reserve. Embark on

Adamas on Milos—two of Greece’s best-kept secrets. You’ll also discover the

guided game drives in search of the “Big Five” animals—lions, leopards,

hidden beaches of Kefalonia and the nightlife of Mykonos.

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ATHENS TO ATHENS CRUISE 2020 July 18–26, 2020

Renowned for their idyllic seaside villages and bright blue waters, the famed Greek Islands offer endless coastline, culture, and charm. Island-hop these picturesque jewels dotting the Aegean Sea— beginning and ending your voyage in one of the world’s oldest cities. Explore ancient sites such as the Acropolis, follow in the footsteps of classical scholars, and take in the gorgeous Grecian island views from your private deck aboard the sophisticated Silver Shadow.

EAST AFRICAN WILDLIFE SAFARI 2020 July 19–27, 2020 or August 4–12, 2020

Embark on daily game drives in Nairobi National Park while staying in Lewa Safari Camp. The Lewa Wildlife Conservancy is home to an incredibly diverse crop of wildlife, including lions, leopards, elephants, and rhinoceroses. Although wildlife migration patterns are difficult to predict, we’ve done our best to time this safari to coincide with the great wildebeest migration, an annual pilgrimage of more than 2 million wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles.

HOLIDAY IN AUSTRALIA 2020 December 24, 2020–January 3, 2021

Spend the holiday season sightseeing Down Under on this family-friendly adventure. Begin in the scenic Blue Mountains, where you’ll participate in a la carte activities like horseback riding or guided nature walks. Then, fly north to Port Douglas, a jumping-off point for the Great Barrier Reef. Cap off your trip with a visit to Sydney, where you’ll cruise the harbor, learn to surf at Bondi Beach, and ring in the New Year with a Sydney Harbour fireworks show.

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Hamilton Parish, Bermuda ......... 94

Amsterdam, Netherlands ............ 80

Hilton Head, South Carolina....... 94

Anguilla, British West Indies........ 80

Isle of Palms, South Carolina....... 95

Aspen, Colorado.......................... 81

Jackson Hole, Wyoming.............. 95

Austin/Lake Travis, Texas.............82

Jupiter, Florida............................ 96

Bahia Beach, Puerto Rico..............82

Kapalua, Maui, Hawaii............... 96

Bali, Indonesia..............................83

Kiawah Island, South Carolina.... 97

Barcelona, Spain...........................83

Kohala Coast, Big Island, Hawaii........................................ 98

Beaver Creek, Colorado............... 84 Big Sky, Montana........................ 84 Bordeaux, France......................... 85 Breckenridge, Colorado............... 85 Cacique Peninsula, Costa Rica..... 86 Cape Cod, Massachusetts.............87 Cartagena, Colombia...................87 Casa de Campo, Dominican Republic.................... 88 Chamonix, France....................... 89 Chicago, Illinois.......................... 89 Coastal Maine, Maine................. 90 Deer Valley, Utah......................... 90 Dorado Beach, Puerto Rico.......... 91

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Laamu, Maldives......................... 99 La Paz, Mexico............................ 99

Orlando, Florida..........................110

Squaw Valley, Lake Tahoe, California................................... 123

Palm Springs, California...............111

St. Barts, French West Indies....... 123

Palmetto Bluff, South Carolina.....111

St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands.......124

Paris, France................................112

St. John, West Indies...................124

Park City, Utah............................113

St. Lucia, West Indies.................. 125

Peninsula Papagayo, Costa Rica...................................113

St. Martin, French West Indies.... 125

Provence, France..........................114

St. Thomas, Virgin Islands..........126

Puglia, Italy.................................114

Lake Como, Italy....................... 100

Punta Cana, Dominican Republic....................115

Lake Michigan/Harbor Country, Michigan......................101

Punta de Mita, Mexico................116

Las Vegas, Nevada......................102

Rancho Palos Verdes, California....................................116

London, England........................102 Los Cabos, Mexico.....................103 Mallorca, Spain......................... 104 Marbella/Costa del Sol, Spain.... 104

Snowmass Village, Colorado.......121 Sonoma County, California........ 122

St. Michaels, Maryland..............126 Steamboat Springs, Colorado..... 127 Stowe, Vermont.......................... 127 Sun Valley, Idaho........................ 128 Sydney, Australia......................... 128 Telluride, Colorado....................129

Real del Mar, Mexico..................117

Tortola, British Virgin Islands.....129

Riviera Maya, Mexico.................117

Turks and Caicos, British West Indies......................130

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Tuscany, Italy...............................131

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San Diego, California..................118

Vail, Colorado............................ 132

Montego Bay, Jamaica................106

San Francisco, California.............119

Valle de Bravo, Mexico............... 133

Mougins, France.........................106

San Miguel de Allende, Mexico...119

Nantucket, Massachusetts..........107

Santorini, Greece........................120

Virgin Gorda, British Virgin Islands.................. 133

New York, New York.................108

Scottsdale, Arizona.....................120

Newport Coast, California.........108

Sedona, Arizona..........................121

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City Amsterdam AL TA E— — N E— T HS ET R NDS—

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In the posh mountain town of Aspen, choose from nine Inspirato homes and two centrally located hotels including Limelight Aspen. Ski in to slopeside Steinway or enjoy access to Ritz-Carlton amenities while staying at Roaring Fork or Peregrine; all located near the base of Aspen Highlands. Four-bedroom Redstone is walking distance to the Aspen Mountain chairlifts.

One of our larger Aspen homes, Bear Paw, offers a secluded feel just a few blocks from downtown. Select Aspen homes come with a Cadillac for use throughout your stay.

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Closer to downtown Austin, Archer Austin offers rooms and suites within walking distance of the shopping, dining, and entertainment district of northwest Austin.

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Experience Bali’s lush jungle interior at Alila Ubud, a chic resort laid out like a Balinesestyle hillside village, nestled amid rice paddies above the Ayung River Valley.

Alila Uluwatu, Pool Villa | 1br - 1ba

City Barcelona —SP T A TI N E—

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Majestic Hotel & Spa, Penthouse | 1br - 1ba 83

City Beaver Creek — C—OSLTOARTAED—O —

A luxuryre, mountain village westderum of Vail, Agnimet occum, expe sitjust dolum Beaver Creek offers a handful ofipicab Inspirato inulpar chilia et vendi re sus aut ipicimp homes and one hotel. five-bedroom orporatentio essint resThe maiorum inciiscipsa Fairview Retreat has soluptate a private hot and a cullabores del inctur et uttub harum prime location along the Dial-a-Ride route. dolestecta Legacy is a three-bedroom luxury penthouse that’s part onesciet of the Ritz-Carlton, Ide volupti vit prepelit, Bachelor ommolorporro Gulch, ski-in, accessexcea and ea quodoffering quo enimi, aciaski-out necto optae Ritz-Carlton amenities, including a pool, hot voluptatati volupitae.

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Discover the Westin Riverfront Resort & Spa, Avon, Vail Valley. The AAA Four Diamond Award-winner offers direct access to the Riverfront Express Gondola.

Fairview Retreat | 5br - 5.5ba

City Big Sky —M —O SN TA TT A EN— A—

Choose from four Inspirato Big Agnimet re, occum, expe sit homes dolum near derum Sky Resort, resortipicimp in the inulpar chiliathe et second-largest vendi re sus autski ipicab U.S. Standalone homes Lone Peakinciiscipsa Lodge and orporatentio essint res maiorum Gallatin each a hot et tubutand private cullabores del come incturwith soluptate harum deck with sweeping mountain views; they’re a dolestecta short walk from Moonlight Basin ski access.

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Flatiron is a contemporary mountain home nestled in the Spanish Peaks neighborhood, a short drive from skiing, golf, and the community clubhouse.

Morningstar | 3br - 3.5ba 84

City Bordeaux ——FSRTAANTCEE——

Discover Bordeaux atderum two Agnimet re, occum,with expeInspirato sit dolum incredible homes.

Sip and savor region’s inulpar chilia et vendi re sus autthe ipicab ipicimp lauded wines essint while admiring a sunset from the orporatentio res maiorum inciiscipsa large terrace Maison de L’Amiral, a stately cullabores delofinctur soluptate et ut harum 18th-century villa overlooking the Dordogne dolestecta River. A self-contained apartment within the home adds another of guestommolorporro privacy.

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Maison de L’Amiral | 4br - 4.5ba

City Breckenridge — C—OSLTOARTAED—O —

Three of Inspirato’s most sit stunning Agnimet re, occum, expe dolum mountain derum homes nestled in Breckenridge, a laid-back inulparare chilia et vendi re sus aut ipicab ipicimp Rocky Mountain town for its skiing. orporatentio essint res renowned maiorum inciiscipsa Swift Landing, one ofsoluptate the biggest homes in the cullabores del inctur et ut harum Inspirato dolestectaCollection, offers accommodations for up to 21 guests across seven bedrooms, with ski-in, ski-out accessvit onprepelit, Peak 8. Swift Landing Ide volupti onesciet ommolorporro makes it quo easy enimi, to enjoy thenecto alpine surroundings, ea quod acia optae excea with an outdoor hot tub, alfresco kitchen, and voluptatati volupitae.

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Four-bedroom Cimarron and five-bedroom Pioneer are located close to the gondola, each with a chef’s kitchen, private deck, and hot tub for an après-ski soak.

Cimarron | 4br - 4.5ba 85

City Cacique Peninsula —CO CA— — SS TTAA TREI —

Cumbre del Rey | 6br - 7ba

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Tucked in a private gated development, the fivebedroom Villa Paloma has its own swim-up bar, while four-bedroom Villa Lantana features a great room that spills out onto the patio.

Serena | 3br - 3.5ba 86

City Cape Cod — M A S— SS A TC AHTUES—E T T S —

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Kettle Drum House gives you the space and privacy of a standalone home as well as access to the amenities of the stately Chatham Bars Inn, including restaurants, an oceanfront pool, and a spa.

Kettle Drum House | 4br - 4.5ba

City Cartagena E I—A — — C—OSLTOAMT B

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Hotel Casa San Agustin, Premium Suite | 1br - 1ba 87

City Casa de Campo — D O M I N— I CSATNA TREE—P U B L I C —

Casa Encantada | 6br - 7ba

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Guests staying at these homes will have full access to the amenities of Casa de Campo Resort and Villas, including multiple resort pools, three Pete Dyedesigned golf courses, restaurants, a spa, and more.

Villa Lozano | 5br - 5.5ba

Villa Pasarela | 6br - 6.5ba 88

City Chamonix ——FSRTAANTCEE——

At the foot the French Alps, the quaint Agnimet re,of occum, expe sit dolum derum mountain town Chamonix offers worldinulpar chilia et of vendi re sus aut ipicab ipicimp class skiing and hiking amid the inciiscipsa massive snoworporatentio essint res maiorum capped peaks Mont Stay cullabores del surrounding inctur soluptate et Blanc. ut harum with Inspirato at La Ferme du Bois, a 400-yeardolestecta old farmhouse in the ski village of Les Bois, a five-minute drive from Chamonix.

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La Ferme du Bois | 5br - 4.5ba

City Chicago —— I LSLTI A NTOEI — S—

Discover re, theoccum, Windy expe City sit while staying in chic Agnimet dolum derum downtown Inspirato Enjoy inulpar chilia et vendiaccommodations. re sus aut ipicab ipicimp views of the Chicago and Lake Michigan orporatentio essint resRiver maiorum inciiscipsa from the aptly namedsoluptate Lakeview, twocullabores del inctur et our ut harum bedroom spacious suite in trendy River North. dolestecta Near the lake, in Chicago’s poshommolorporro Gold Coast Ide volupti onesciet vit prepelit, neighborhood, choose The Peninsula ea quod quo enimi, aciafrom necto optae excea voluptatati Chicago and volupitae.

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The Langham Chicago, River View Suite | 1br - 1.5ba 89

City Coastal Maine —M S TAAI N T EE — — —

Inspirato’s standalone Maine, Agnimet re, first occum, expe sit home doluminderum Anchorchilia Landing, offers quintessential New inulpar et vendi re asus aut ipicab ipicimp England vacation of up to 14. The orporatentio essintfor resgroups maiorum inciiscipsa clapboard-style house overlooks Atlantic cullabores del inctur soluptate et the ut harum Ocean, a short walk from Long Sands Beach dolestecta and Nubble Lighthouse.

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With 226 guest roomssanderest and suites, Oluptaque nobit latquib simusanis Cliff House is known for its elegant guest nobit. rooms and suites and its prime location just minutes from the sandy beaches of Ogunquit.

Anchor Landing | 7br - 5.5ba

City Deer Valley — — —SUTTAATHE—

Agnimet re, occum, expe dolum Park derum A posh ski-only resort justsitoutside City, inulpar chilia et vendi re sus aut ipicab ipicimp Deer Valley is home to more than a dozen orporatentio essint maiorum inciiscipsa Inspirato homes andres suites.

Stay with us at cullabores del inctur soluptate et ut harum Royal Lookout or Deer Crest, large duplexdolestecta style homes along the resort’s Dial-a-Ride route providing quick access to the slopes. At Ide onesciet vit prepelit, the volupti Stein Eriksen Lodge, choose ommolorporro from one- or ea quod quo enimi, acia necto optae excea two-bedroom suites as well as spacious three-, voluptatati volupitae.

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You’ll be just steps from the Silver Strike lift when you stay at one of our four rusticinspired homes within Silver Strike Lodge.

Gemini | 4br - 4.5ba 90

Dorado Beach —PUERTO RICO—

La Vivelisse | 5br - 4.5ba

Dorado Beach’s three Inspirato accommodations offer full access to the amenities of Dorado Beach Resort, home to a private golden beach, three golf courses, high-end spa, and more. The standalone estate La Vivelisse comes with a private pool and two golf carts to make it easy to explore Dorado Beach Resort and select amenities at Ritz-Carlton Reserve.

Swim in the private infinity-edge plunge pool at Picaflor, a three-bedroom ground-floor villa with abundant outdoor space that opens onto the golf course.

Picaflor | 3br - 3.5ba 91

City Dublin —— I RSETLAAT N E— D—

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The Westbury Hotel, Presidential Suite | 1br - 1ba

City Florence — — SI TTA A LT YE — —

Discover dreamiest city whilederum staying in Agnimet Italy’s re, occum, expe sit dolum one of Inspirato’s Florence La inulpar chilia et vendi re susaccomodations. aut ipicab ipicimp Limonaia is situated within walking distance orporatentio essint res maiorum inciiscipsa of the Duomo and Accademia cullabores del inctur soluptate and et utfeatures harum a private yard with its own pool. Lusso Moderno dolestecta is a modern villa designed by renowned Italian architect, Cavagnari.

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La Limonaia | 4br - 6.5ba 92

Grand Cayman —CAYMAN ISLANDS—

Starlet | 4br - 4.5ba

All of Inspirato’s nine Grand Cayman accommodations are along Seven Mile Beach, the most pristine beach in all of Grand Cayman. At the northern end lies Cousteau, an oceanfront penthouse apartment offering a bit of seclusion. In the center of Seven Mile Beach, enjoy Ritz-Carlton amenities such as restaurants and pools when you stay at one of our six luxurious Ritz-Carlton residences.

On the southern tip of Seven Mile Beach sit Villa Cielo and Villa Notte, two four-bedroom properties close to the coastline as well as the restaurants and shops of George Town.

Cousteau | 4br - 4.5ba

Villa Notte | 4br - 5ba 93

City Hamilton Parish — S TAT E —

—BERMUDA— Agnimet re, occum, expe sit dolum derum inulpar chilia et vendi re sus aut ipicab ipicimp orporatentio essint res maiorum inciiscipsa Explore Bermuda with Inspirato while staying cullabores del inctur soluptate et ut harum at Rosewood Bermuda, an exclusive oceanfront dolestecta resort overlooking the island’s largest private pink-sand beach. There’s no shortage of things Ide volupti onesciet vit prepelit, ommolorporro to do at the resort, whether you want to tee ea quod quo enimi, acia necto optae excea off at Tucker’s Point—the premier golf course voluptatati volupitae. Itassum fugitatem. on the island—rent kayaks and snorkeling Oluptaque nobit latquib simusanis sanderest gear, enjoy spa treatments, or choose from nobit. four resort swimming pools, two of which are beachfront.

Rosewood Bermuda Resort, Ocean View Two Bedroom Residence | 2br - 2ba

City Hilton Head —SOUT —HS TCAATREO—L I N A —

Agnimet re,South occum, expe sit dolum derum Nestled in Carolina’s charming inulpar chiliaHilton et vendi re sus aut ipicab ipicimp Lowcountry, Head island is a hub of orporatentio essint res maiorum inciiscipsa family-friendly recreation.

Here Inspirato’s cullabores del inctur soluptate et ut harum homes come with private heated pools and dolestecta access to Palmetto Dunes’ championship golf courses, tennis, beach club, and more.

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Hightide | 7br - 6.5ba 94

Isle City of Palms —HS TCAATREO—L I N A — —SOUT

Just outside of Charleston, of Palms Agnimet re, occum, expe sitIsle dolum derumoffers laid-back Lowcountry living at Summer Dunes inulpar chilia et vendi re sus aut ipicab ipicimp Cottage, a charming Inspirato townhome with orporatentio essint res maiorum inciiscipsa five bedrooms and five en suite et bathrooms. cullabores del inctur soluptate ut harum Located just steps from a swimmable sandy dolestecta beach, this 2,400-square-foot home also features a cozy patiovit with outdoor grill.

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Summer Dunes Cottage | 5br - 5ba

CityHole Jackson —W —S YO T AMTI EN— G—

Agnimet re, occum, expe sit dolum Choose from three Inspirato homes derum in Teton inulpar et vendi re sus autGrand ipicab Teton ipicimp Village, chilia less than 20 miles from orporatentio essint res maiorum inciiscipsa National Park.

Five-bedroom Bison Ridge is cullabores del inctur soluptate et ut harum a favorite among members for its creekside dolestecta outdoor hot tub and prime location. Saratoga, a luxury ski condo inside the Crystal Springs Ide volupti prepelit, ommolorporro Lodge at theonesciet base ofvit Jackson Hole Mountain, ea quod quo enimi, acia necto optae excea is just a three-minute walk from the gondola— voluptatati volupitae.

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Admire southern views of the Teton Range at Moose Creek, a rustic lodge-style duplex. For the closest Inspirato accommodations to the lively town of Jackson itself, stay in an elegant suite at Amangani.

Moose Creek | 3br - 3.5ba 95

City Jupiter SO TA —— —— FL R TI DE A

Hit the links while vacationing in one of Agnimet re, occum, expe sit dolum derum three Inspirato insus Florida’s premier inulpar chilia et homes vendi re aut ipicab ipicimp golfing community: Timbers Jupiter.

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Jupiter’s sandy beaches, perfect for boating, fishing, or simply relaxing seaside.

Birdie | 2br - 2.5ba

CityMaui Kapalua, A TA EI I—— ——HSATW

Agnimet occum,side expe dolum Discover re, a quieter of sit Maui withderum inulpar chilia et upscale vendi rehomes sus autinipicab ipicimp Inspirato’s four Kapalua. orporatentio essint res maiorum inciiscipsa Each three-bedroom residence belongs to the cullabores del inctur soluptate et ut harum sophisticated resort community of Montage dolestecta at Kapalua Bay, known for its pristine golf courses, cascading pools, and snorkeling.

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Oneloa | 3br - 3.5ba 96

Kiawah Island —SOUTH CAROLINA—

Laurel | 4br - 6ba

About 30 miles southwest of Charleston, Kiawah Island is a renowned Lowcountry barrier island famous for golf and family-friendly outdoor recreation. Inspirato offers five homes and a hotel in the heart of it all. Fourbedroom Laurel and five-bedroom Driftwood Dunes offer the best beach access, while nearby AAA Five Diamond Award−winner Sanctuary Hotel offers luxury rooms and five championship golf courses, including the world-famous Ocean Course.

Five-bedroom Verbena is the closest standalone home to The Ocean Course, boasting a private pool and screened-in porch overlooking marshlands. Monarch, Beachcomber, and Azalea are all a quick bike ride away from the beach.

Verbena | 5br - 6.5ba

Driftwood Dunes | 5br - 6.5ba 97

Kohala Coast, City Big Island — S TAT E —

—HAWAII—

Sugarcane | 3br - 3ba

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Keliana | 4br - 4.5ba

Hale Elua | 3br - 3.5ba 98

Laamu City — M—ASLTDAITVEE—S —

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Six Senses Laamu, Water Villa | 1br - 1ba

LaCity Paz TE —— M SE TXAI C O—

Agnimet occum, expevillas sit dolum Discoverre, two Inspirato in thederum laid-back inulpar chilia et vendi re sus aut ipicab ipicimp community La Paz, which overlooks a tranquil orporatentio res maiorum inciiscipsa lagoon on theessint Baja California peninsula. cullabores del inctur et offers ut harum Three-bedroom Villasoluptate de Portico access dolestecta to the amenities of CostaBaja Resort and Spa, which include a beach club, several Ide volupti onesciet vitVilla prepelit, ommolorporro restaurants, and spa. del Sur, which is ea quod quogated enimi, acia necto optae excea part of the development of Playa de La voluptatati Paz, offers volupitae. indoor andItassum outdoorfugitatem. living spaces Oluptaque nobit latquib simusanis sanderest that maximize ocean views. nobit.

The untouched marine ecosystem surrounding La Paz draws snorkelers, scuba divers, sport fishers, whale watchers, and more from all over the globe.

Villa de Portico | 3br - 3ba 99

City Lake Como — A LT YE — — — SI TTA

Il Sereno Suite | 1br - 1ba

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Enjoy a quiet stretch of private lakefront at Il Sereno, a partner hotel with a one-of-a-kind feature: its heated, infinity-edge pool hovers just above the waters of Lake Como.

Villa Pliniana | 10br - 9ba 100

City Lake Michigan/ Harbor Country — S TAT E —

Grand Beach Estate | 7br - 5.5ba

—MICHIGAN—

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Adults will appreciate the gourmet kitchen, while kids will love the game room, equipped with pingpong and foosball tables, as well as the indoor-outdoor room located poolside. This family-friendly estate is just 90 minutes from Chicago.

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LasCity Vegas ——NSETVAATDEA——

Agnimet re, occum, expe sit dolum derum Experience Las Vegas the Inspirato way. Stay a inulpar chilia et vendi re sus aut ipicab ipicimp short walk from the Strip in our pair of twoorporatentio essint res maiorum inciiscipsa bedroom corner suites, All In and High Stakes, cullabores del inctur soluptate et ut harum located in the non-gambling, non-smoking dolestecta Vdara Hotel & Spa. Both suites offer dramatic city views. From your window at All In, watch Ide volupti onesciet vit prepelit, ommolorporro the famous Fountains of Bellagio dance. ea quod quo enimi, acia necto optae excea voluptatati volupitae. Itassum fugitatem.

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All In | 2br - 2.5ba

London City —E —NS GT A LA TE N— D— Inspirato offers two expe spacious flats and an Agnimet re, occum, sit dolum derum array of chilia luxuryetrooms suites four ipicimp hotels inulpar vendiand re sus aut at ipicab across London.

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by COMO, London hotel, situated across from dolestecta Hyde Park within easy walking distance to Buckingham Palace. vit Around the corner, Baglioni Ide volupti onesciet prepelit, ommolorporro Hotel London overlooks Kensington Gardens, a ea quod quo enimi, acia necto optae excea short walk from Harrods. voluptatati volupitae.

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Metropolitan by COMO, Mayfair Flat | 2br - 2ba 102

Los Cabos —MEXICO—

Casa Cabrilla | 5br - 6.5ba

With the largest beach portfolio in the entire Inspirato Collection, Los Cabos features 42 Inspirato accommodations across three exclusive enclaves and four award-winning hotels.

From the luxurious standalone villas within Palmilla to the knockout seaside homes of Punta Ballena Resort Community, Los Cabos is home to some of Inspirato’s most stunning properties. Casa Cabrilla features seamless indoor/outdoor living with a private inifinity-edge pool just steps from the beach. Oceanfront Joya del Mar, our biggest and most luxurious Cabo home, is one of our members’ favorites. Grand Solmar Land’s End Resort & Spa overlooks a private beach close to shopping, restaurants, and nightlife.

One&Only Palmilla, Grand Suite | 1br - 1.5ba

Casa Cresta | 7br - 8.5ba 103

Mallorca City —SP T A TI N E—

Visit the quaint Spanish of Mallorca Agnimet re, occum, expe island sit dolum derum with Inspirato.

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Villa Ladera | 4br - 3ba

City Marbella/ Costa del Sol — S TAT E —

—SPAIN—

Agnimet re, occum, expe sit dolum derum inulpar chilia et vendi re sus aut ipicab ipicimp Choose from six Inspirato accommodations along orporatentio essint res maiorum inciiscipsa

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four-bedroom private villa, as well as spacious suites along the coast, with access to amenities including a Michelin-starred restaurant, awardwinning golf course, and luxury spa.

Casa Romana | 7br - 7ba 104

City Miami/ South Beach — S TAT E —

— F expe L O Rsit I Ddolum A — derum Agnimet re, occum, inulpar chilia et vendi re sus aut ipicab ipicimp orporatentio essint res maiorum inciiscipsa Inspirato offers nearly a dozen rooms, suites, cullabores del inctur soluptate et ut harum and homes at two trendy hotels overlooking the dolestecta bustling white sands of Miami Beach.

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Carillon Miami Wellness Resort, farther north, offers quieter surroundings and a spa and wellness center ideal for pampering, tranquil getaways.

1 Hotel South Beach, Ocean View | 1br - 1ba

MontCity Tremblant — S TAT E —

—QUEBEC—

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Both the corner townhomes of Havres de Legendes and Havre Tremblant grant direct skiing access to Mont Tremblant Resort, as well as sweeping mountain views.

Havre Tremblant | 8br - 5.5ba 105

Montego City Bay T AATI E —— J AS M C— A—

Discover four Inspirato and derum an upscale Agnimet re, occum, expehomes sit dolum resort invendi Montego Bay, Jamaica’s inulparpartner chilia et re sus autonipicab ipicimp northern coast.

Seven-bedroom Harmony Hill and orporatentio essint res maiorum inciiscipsa three-bedroom Pinnacle Villa areetspacious estates cullabores del inctur soluptate ut harum surrounded dolestecta by lush gardens with access to the Tryall Club and its championship golf and private beach.

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Pinnacle Villa | 3br - 3ba

Mougins City — S TAT E — —FRANCE— Agnimet expe sit dolum derum Discoverre, 10occum, Inspirato accommodations along inulpar chilia et vendi re sus aut ipicab ipicimp the charming French Riviera in Mougins.

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iconic French Riviera towns, including Nice and Cannes.

Villa Grain d’Orge | 5br - 6ba 106

Nantucket City — M A S— SS A TC AHTUES—E T T S —

Sconset Bluff | 5br - 5.5ba

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Shearwater | 5br - 5ba

Harbor Haven | 6br - 6.5ba 107

New York City — N—ESWT AYTOER—K —

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1 Hotel Central Park, Greenhouse Suite | 2br - 2.5ba

CityCoast Newport —LSITFAOTREN—I A — —CA

Agnimet re,California’s occum, expe sit dolum derum Located in prestigious Orange inulpar et vendi sus aut ipicab escape ipicimpon County, chilia Newport Coastreoffers a serene orporatentio res of maiorum inciiscipsa the southern essint outskirts Los Angeles.

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Admiral | 4br - 3.5ba 108

City — S TAT E —

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Northstar, Lake Tahoe

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—CALIFORNIA—

The Ritz-Carlton Lake Tahoe, Slopeside Residence | 2br - 2.5ba A luxury ski village close to Tahoe’s north shore, Northstar offers seven Inspirato accommodations. Enjoy incredible gondola access when you stay at Polaris and Sierra, three-bedroom residences housed on the fifth floor of One

City — S TAT E —

Village Place—where the Big Springs Express Gondola departs directly out of the building.

Farther up the mountain is The Ritz-Carlton Lake Tahoe, where you can choose from five homes, ranging in size from two to four bedrooms. Enjoy ski-in, ski-out access

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and resort amenities including a 17,000-square-foot spa

and a bustling après-ski scene. inulpar chilia et vendi re sus aut ipicab ipicimp orporatentio essint res maiorum inciiscipsa cullabores del inctur soluptate et ut harum dolestecta Ide volupti onesciet vit prepelit, ommolorporro ea quod quo enimi, acia necto optae excea voluptatati volupitae. Itassum fugitatem.

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Polaris | 3br - 3ba 109

City Ojai Valley AO TE — C—A SL TI F R— NIA—

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Casa Elar | 5br - 5.5ba

City Orlando —FSLTOART IED—A — —

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park views, a private patio, and a separate sitting and dining area.

Waldorf Astoria Orlando | 1br - 1ba 110

PalmCity Springs — C— A LS ITFAOTRE N —I A —

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With a private pool, hot tub, tennis and basketball courts, as well as ample outdoor living space, this is a perfect Palm Springs retreat.

Vista San Jacinto | 4br - 4.5ba

City Bluff Palmetto EO —L I N A — — S O U— TS H TCAAT R

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and screened-in porches.

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Coronet Cottage | 4br - 4ba 111

Paris —FRANCE—

Hotel Regina, Eiffel Suite |

Inspirato offers Paris accommodations near the City of

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Lights’ most famed attractions. Stay a short walk from the Eiffel Tower, just across the Seine, in our private luxury apartments: the two-bedroom Maison Madeline and the three-bedroom Maison Cherie.

The impressive Peninsula Paris is close to the Arc de Triomphe as well as the shops lining the Champs-Élysées.

The classically styled Hotel Regina offers our closest accommodations to the Louvre museum and Notre-Dame cathedral. And the eclectically modern Hotel Fauchon is just a short walk from the Champs-Élysées.

Maison Cherie | 3br - 3ba 112

Park City City — — —SUTTAATHE—

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A paradise for outdoor enthusiasts, Park City offers easy access to hiking and mountain biking in the warmer months as well as skiing at nearby Deer Valley Resort, one of the last ski-only mountains in the U.S.

Summit on Main | 4br - 5.5ba

City Peninsula Papagayo — S TAT E —

— C O Sexpe T A sitR dolum I C A —derum Agnimet re, occum, inulpar chilia et vendi re sus aut ipicab ipicimp orporatentio essint res maiorum inciiscipsa Explore northwest Costa Rica at cullabores del inctur soluptate etPeninsula ut harum

Papagayo, dolestecta a master resort community offering unique luxury not typical for Costa Rica.

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Venado Nueve | 4br - 4.5ba 113

City Provence TC EE —— ——FSRTAAN

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La Villa Gallici | 1br - 1ba

Puglia City — — SI TTA A LT YE — —

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Borgo Egnazia, Casetta Magnifica | 2br - 2ba 114

Punta CityCana — D O M I N—I S CA TA NT R EE —P U B L I C —

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Villa Tortuga | 4br - 4.5ba 115

PuntaCity de Mita ——MSETXAITCEO——

Enjoy close to secluded, Agnimet re, proximity occum, expe sit dolum familyderum friendly beaches and a re prime location inulpar chilia et vendi sus aut ipicabnear ipicimp Punta Mita and the amenities of Puerto orporatentio essint res maiorum inciiscipsa Vallarta while stayingsoluptate in Inspirato cullabores del inctur et utaccomharum modations dolestecta at Los Veneros Resort. Each of our homes comes with a private pool and daily in-home prepared breakfast.

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Terrazas and Las Brisas, provide panoramic ocean views. Punta Vista offers the most space as a corner penthouse unit with a two-story great room close to the beach.

Villa Piedras | 3br - 3ba

City Rancho Palos Verdes — S TAT E —

— C A expe L I F sit O Rdolum NIA— Agnimet re, occum, derum inulpar chilia et vendi re sus aut ipicab ipicimp orporatentio essint res maiorum inciiscipsa The five Inspirato homes in Rancho Palos cullabores del inctur soluptate et ut harum Verdes sit along the coastal bluffs of the upscale dolestecta Terranea Resort. Catalina, Songbird, and Sunflower feature hot tubs and spacious patios, Ide volupti onesciet vit prepelit, ommolorporro while Avalon and Starling boast ocean views ea quod quo enimi, acia necto optae excea and second-story patios with outdoor fireplaces. voluptatati volupitae. Itassum fugitatem.

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Take a day trip to Abalone Cove Shoreline Park to explore miles of trails, an ecological reserve, and two beaches, or head into Los Angeles—just 20 miles away—for a night on the town.

Sunflower | 3br - 3ba 116

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Casa de las Hamacas | 4br - 6.5ba

Riviera CityMaya ——MSET X A ITCEO——

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Rosewood Mayakoba, Coral Three Bedroom Villa | 3br - 5ba 117

Rosemary CityBeach/ WaterColor — S TAT E —

—FLORIDA—

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Sugarwhite Cottage | 6br - 6.5ba

SanCity Diego —CA —LSITFAOTREN—I A —

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Arches | 4br - 3.5ba 118

San Francisco City —CA —LSITFAOTREN—I A —

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Loews Regency San Francisco, Luxury Bridge to Bridge Room | 1br - 1ba

SanCity Miguel de Allende — S TAT E —

—MEXICO—

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Rosewood San Miguel de Allende | 4br - 4ba 119

Santorini City ——GSRTEAETCEE——

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Chromata Hotel, Master Pool Suite | 1br - 1ba

Scottsdale City —— AR S ITZAOT N E— A—

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Hogan | 3br - 3ba 120

Sedona —ARIZONA—

Known for its unique sandstone formations, Sedona is a spiritual hub that has attracted travelers from all over the world in search of outdoor recreation, artistic inspiration, and self-discovery. Stay with Inspirato at the L’Auberge de Sedona, located right in idyllic downtown Sedona. Visitors will love the modern cottage accommodations, relaxing spa, and award-winning restaurant situated on a lush, wooded property.

L’Auberge de Sedona, Vista Suite Cottage | 1br - 1ba

Snowmass Village —COLORADO—

Snowmass Village, an undiscovered gem near Aspen, boasts world-class outdoor recreation and fewer crowds. Here Inspirato members can enjoy two spacious standalone homes and a modern hotel with ski-in, ski-out access.

Base Camp is a five-bedroom home with ski-in, ski-out access, and private hot tub. At High Alpine Lodge, enjoy over 5,000 square feet of living space with sweeping views. Members can also stay at the Limelight Hotel in the heart of Snowmass Village, located at the base of Elk Creek Gondola.

High Alpine Lodge | 5br - 5.5ba 121

Sonoma County —CALIFORNIA—

Zin Estate | 2br - 2.5ba

Inspirato offers more than a dozen Sonoma County homes and three hotels, perfect for a wine country vacation. Villa Vigneto, just 2 miles outside Sonoma, provides the easiest access to the town’s quaint shops and restaurants. Villa della Luna is a five-acre estate with sweeping views of the rolling Sonoma hills, while the modern Winner’s Circle sits just five minutes from the renowned vineyards of the Russian River Valley.

Farther north, Vintner’s Cottage offers a one-of-a-kind, immersive experience on an active winery; glimpse the winemaking process while staying in a private Frenchstyle cottage. We have five homes at Wheelman House Healdsburg, less than a block from Healdsburg Plaza, and close to restaurants, wineries, and tasting rooms.

Winner’s Circle | 5br - 6ba

Farmhouse Inn, King Deluxe | 1br - 1ba 122

Squaw Valley —CALIFORNIA—

Ideal for active families and outdoor enthusiasts alike, the Resort at Squaw Creek is a AAA Four Diamond resort that offers Inspirato members luxurious accommodations along with worldclass amenities. These include a golf course, multiple outdoor pools and hot tubs, six on-site dining options, and even an exclusive onproperty chairlift.

The Deluxe Fireplace Suite offers breathtaking views of the valley, as well as a kitchenette, dining table, and separate living room where you can gather around the fireplace after a day spent skiing, hiking, or golfing.

Resort at Squaw Creek, Deluxe Suite | 1br - 1ba

St. Barts —FRENCH WEST INDIES—

White-sand beaches, high-end boutiques, and fine French cuisine all come together on St. Barts, where members can relax and unwind at Le Sereno, named the “#1 Top Resort in the Caribbean” in the 2016 Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards.

The sprawling Le Sereno Villa includes a private pool, three master suites, and plenty of outdoor living spaces with sweeping ocean views. Couples or solo travelers can choose from three types of rooms and suites with luxury furnishings and full access to Le Sereno Hotel amenities.

Hotel Manapany, Beachside Suite | 1br - 1ba 123

St. Croix —U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS—

Choose from three Inspirato accommodations on the pristine U.S. Virgin Island of St. Croix.

Along the western side of the bay, in an exclusive gated community, Panorama is known for its abundant outdoor space as a first-row home overlooking the rocky coastline. Swimmable beaches are just a short drive away.

To the east, the five-bedroom Copa Caneel and Poinciana are contemporary beachfront villas boasting private pools and ocean views for days.

They’re just a short walk from the secluded white sands of Shoys Beach.

HomeCaneel Copa Name | 35br - 6.5 5.5ba

St. John —WEST INDIES—

The smallest of the three main U.S. Virgin Islands, St. John offers two stunning standalone homes.

Bella Luna Landing is an eight-bedroom luxury estate just a five-minute walk from the island’s main town and port of Cruz Bay. Enjoy ample outdoor space, including a pool with waterslide, spacious patio, rooftop terrace with wet bar, and more.

Just a few minutes farther out of town, Maria Bluff Estate spans 12,000 square feet, overlooking stunning Chocolate Hole Bay. The estate features a main house and separate guesthouse, as well as two outdoor pools.

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St.City Lucia — W E—SSTT AI N TE D— IES—

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Viceroy Sugar Beach, Beachfront Collection | 4br - 4ba

St. City Martin — F R E N C— H SW TA E TS ET —I N D I E S —

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Colibri | 4br - 4ba 125

St. Michaels City — M—ASRTYALTAEN—D —

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For couples or individuals, the Inn at Perry Cabin by Belmond offers elegant, classically furnished accommodations set in a colonialstyle, 19th-century manor house.

Chesapeake Estate | 4br - 5.5ba

City St. Thomas —L A N D S — — U . S . V— I RSGTIANT EI S

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Estate Canaan | 5br - 5.5ba 126

Steamboat City Springs — S TAT E —

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Stagecoach | 5br - 5.5ba

Stowe City —V —ESRT M A TOEN—T —

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Sterling | 4br - 4.5ba 127

Sun Valley —IDAHO—

In Sun Valley, Inspirato members can choose from multiple luxury accommodations at the Limelight Hotel Ketchum, which brings modern style and premium amenities to this legendary mountain destination. Located just steps from Ketchum’s celebrated eating, drinking, and shopping, the Limelight Ketchum is the perfect base to explore all the Sun Valley area has to offer.

Limelight Hotel Ketchum, Terrace King | 1br - 1ba

Sydney —AUSTRALIA—

Ideally located in the Rocks District near Sydney Opera House, The Langham Sydney offers luxuriously furnished rooms and suites for Inspirato travelers. The hotel’s elegant, midcentury aesthetic and bright, sunlit interiors offer a serene refuge within this bustling city.

The most spacious accommodation, The Residence, includes a kitchen and formal dining room, along with picture windows offering views of the Western Harbour and Sydney. After a day touring this vibrant city, relax in the hotel’s spa, sauna, or indoor swimming pool.

The Langham Sydney, Executive Harbor King | 1br - 1ba 128

Telluride —COLORADO—

All eight of Inspirato’s Telluride homes share one thing in common: incredible mountain views. Enjoy ski-in, ski-out access in the standalone five-bedroom Gold Hill, boasting rustic lodge-style décor and a private hot tub.

Meadowlark—a grand five-bedroom, ski-in, skiout estate—includes a private hot tub, indoor sauna, and a wraparound balcony.

Stay in one-, two-, three-, four-, or five-bedroom residences at Lumière with Inspirato, a luxury residence property nestled in Telluride’s Mountain Village.

Lumière with Inspirato | 3br - 3ba

Tortola —BRITISH VIRGIN ISLANDS—

The scenic British Virgin Islands are known for their postcard-worthy Caribbean beaches, and Tortola—the largest island in BVI—is no exception. Discover uncrowded beaches that stretch for miles, laid-back beach towns, and some of the best sailing in the world.

Make your home base in Tortola the sixbedroom Tamarind Cove, a stately beachfront villa overlooking the most picturesque beaches on the isle. Panoramic, 180-degree ocean views abound from every bedroom and the infinityedge pool and hot tub. The master bedroom has its own private plunge pool.

Tamarind Cove | 6br - 6.5ba 129

Turks and Caicos —BRITISH WEST INDIES—

Wymara Resort and Villas | 4br - 4.5ba

Turks and Caicos has the largest Caribbean portfolio in the Inspirato Collection, with 15 accommodation options that include a mix of standalone beachfront villas and renowned resorts. Stay at Villa Helios, steps from sandy Long Bay Beach, or lounge near your private, beachfront pool at secluded Caya Hico.

The Somerset on Grace Bay resort includes three boutique resort homes and access to Grace Bay, the best beach on the island. Wymara Resort and Villas is known for its sleek design and sophisticated oceanfront villas. COMO Parrot Bay is a luxury private island resort with a mile-long beach and award-winning spa. Amanyara is a luxury retreat nestled among the preserved Northwest Point Marine National Park.

Caya Hico | 4br - 4.5ba 130

Tuscany — I T A LY —

Rosewood Castiglion del Bosco, Villa Sant’Anna | 5br - 5ba

Tuscany offers the most accommodations of any Inspirato destination in Europe, with eight standalone villas and four hotels. Stay in a restored farmhouse surrounded by olive groves and vineyards at Villa Dante or Villa Azzurri, just outside Florence.

Or, choose from a trio of 11th-century luxury estates— Villa Collina, Villa Bellezza, and La Villetta—near Siena.

The historic estates in Val d’Orcia offer the most scenic views; Villa San Bartolomeo is a standout, with a private pool overlooking the rolling Tuscan countryside.

Villa Collina | 4br - 4ba

Monticelli | 6br - 6.5ba 131

Vail —COLORADO—

Grand View | 4br - 4.5ba

Vail is the largest mountain destination in the Inspirato Collection, with 35 accommodations. Stay steps from the gondola in the heart of Vail at one of our 25 luxury condos at Solaris, ranging in size from two to six bedrooms. The Bavarian-style Sonnenalp hotel offers cozy suites in the heart of the village, as well as a European spa and on-site dining.

Bell Tower—a five-bedroom condo—is Inspirato’s most centrally located home in Vail, just a two-minute walk along a heated walkway to the gondola. For sweeping valley views, stay in a modern duplex like Grand View atop a mountain ridge. Nearly all homes come with one or two parking spots in the village.

Beaver Dam | 6br - 6.5ba

Bell Tower | 5br - 5.5ba 132

Valle de Bravo —MEXICO—

This charming colonial-era village outside of Mexico City is the site of the stunning Casa Bravo. Set on the shore of Lago Avándaro, this hacienda boasts sprawling indoor and outdoor living spaces, and luxurious bedrooms for up to 18 guests. Relax by the private heated pool during the day and gather around the outdoor fireplace in the evenings.

Kayak, fish, or water ski from your private dock—a variety of non-motorized watersports equipment is included with the home. Upon your return, enjoy drinks around the outdoor bar.

Your private chef will ensure you are well fed throughout your stay.

Casa Bravo | 6br - 9ba

Virgin Gorda —BRITISH VIRGIN ISLANDS—

Explore this pristine tropical paradise known for its historic colonial ruins and colorful coral reefs from the comfort of Inspirato’s Batu Villa. Perched on the island’s rocky coast, this uniquely designed home includes a main house along with four standalone suites, all offering stunning ocean views. Unwind within the home’s open-air living room, expansive deck, and private oceanside pool.

You’re just a five-minute walk from The Baths, a beach dotted with massive boulders that form a maze of tide pools, grottoes, tunnels, and arches.

Batu Villa | 4br - 4.5ba 133

Wailea, Maui —HAWAII—

Ho’olei at Grand Wailea |

Stay along Maui’s most prestigious coast, Wailea, in one of

3br - 3.5ba

17 Inspirato accommodations. Choose from garden-view Maluhia or oceanfront Makana and Nalu at Andaz Maui at Wailea Resort, an upscale hotel with access to four infinity-edge pools, restaurants, spa, and more.

Farther south, at Ho’olei at Grand Wailea, enjoy full access to Grand Wailea amenities when you stay at one of our three-bedroom homes here. At the southern end of Wailea, you’ll be just steps from the beach in one of our four villas at the Fairmont Kea Lani: Hoku, Makai, Hale Kauno’o, and Maile, each boasting its own private plunge pool.

Fairmont Kea Lani, Maile | 3br - 2ba

Andaz Maui at Wailea Resort | 3br - 4ba 134

Whistler —BRITISH COLUMBIA—

Chateau Mondeau | 5br - 6ba

By foot, mountain bike, or snowshoe, true lovers of the great outdoors will find their paradise in Whistler. Amid this stunning landscape, Inspirato travelers will find three luxurious modern mountain homes. All provide creature comforts like hot tubs, fireplaces, decks, and terraces, along with stunning views of the unspoiled Canadian wilderness—perfect for relaxing after a day on the slopes or trails.

New to the Inspirato Collection this year is the stunning Chalet en Blanc, a modern mountain masterpiece with floor-to-ceiling windows and ski-in/ski-out access in Whistler’s most exclusive neighborhood, Kadenwood.

Whitebark Lodge | 5br - 5ba

Chalet en Blanc | 6br - 7ba 135

THERE I WAS

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IT’S A BOY!

The Hamiltons shoot off bluepowder cannons atop Avanti ski run in Vail; Hamilton family portrait; Marin’s due date; Marin and her husband, Jesse

A VAIL MOUNTAINTOP GENDER REVEAL WHEN INSPIRATO MEMBER Marin Hamilton found out she was pregnant with her fourth child, she and her husband, Jesse, were trying to come up with a creative way to announce the pregnancy.

“We thought it would be fun (to include our kids), since they’re old enough—they’re 8, 10, and 12,” Hamilton said. “And when I started thinking of those ideas, I was thinking of the timeline we would find out the sex of the baby, and it fell right in line with our spring break plans, when we were staying at Solaris in Vail.”

Then inspiration struck: Because the family was going to be skiing, Marin figured that nothing could top a gender reveal on one of the resort’s peaks.

“I’ve skied since I was 2, and (Jesse) has skied his whole life, and our kids have too,” Hamilton said. “So I started to (research) things I could do at the top of the mountain, that wouldn’t hurt anybody or hurt the mountain, and I found these INSPIRATO MAGAZINE | SUMMER/FALL 2019

little powder cannons.”

So Marin bought three of each: three “girl” cannons and three “boy” cannons.

When the Hamiltons arrived at Inspirato’s Solaris property in Vail, they informed their Destination Concierge of their plan, and loaded up two bags: one with blue-powder cannons and one with pink. They gave the envelope with the baby’s gender to Inspirato staff, who then handed them the correct bags to take up the mountain.

“Everybody was so sweet and excited for us, and excited to find out once we knew,” Marin said.

“Then we took (the bags) up, and that was our first run of the day! We went over to Avanti, because it has such pretty views, and we had good friends with us who took pictures and filmed the video.”

When they were ready, Marin, Jesse, and their kids stood in a line at the top of the run, cannons aimed. As they fired them off, blue

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powder exploded into the sky—and Marin was speechless. Due to a similarity in the pregnancies, she thought she was having a girl.

“I was shocked,” Marin said. “I thought I was having a girl, and I think my daughter thought we were having a girl. We didn’t care—we’re thrilled, and thrilled to be having a boy … but I was stunned … I couldn’t talk for a few minutes afterward,” Marin said. “I think my husband thought it was a girl, too.”

Marin credits Inspirato with helping her execute the idea, and for being so accommodating.

“Everyone who knew about it was so nice and congratulatory—from the concierges and lounge staff, to the ski valet—and they all made it really exciting,” she said. “We were thrilled … and it was a beautiful day. It was just a fun, special thing to do with the kids.”

—MARIN HAMILTON, AS TOLD TO CORTNI DIETZ

INSPIRATO.COM

courtesy marin hamilton

One Inspirato member devised a high-elevation surprise to find out if she was having a boy or a girl.

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