Los Angeles Magazine - 2022 Winter Travel Special Section

TRAVEL Winter

There's something magical about wintertime and if you don’t have travel plans ready to go, here are a few Southern California destinations to inspire that perfect winter getaway

Nirvana by Way of Mexico:

by Bekah Wright

Seeking respite can be difficult in everyday life. Perhaps that’s why vacations were created… A getaway that promises peace, rejuvenation and bliss – Conrad Punta de Mita in Mexico’s Riviera Nayarit. What this haven holds in store: a two-mile stretch of secluded beach, three dreamy swimming pools, luxuriant spa treatments, and enticing flavors.

A Suite of One’s Own With its the oceanfront setting, Conrad Punta de Mita makes the most of sea views. A found through the resort’s modern design

A Sensory Feast

NOTHING IS off THE TABLE

CRAVEABLE DINING AT THE COSMOPOLITAN OF LAS VEGAS

FLAGSTAFF

Ascend Humphreys Peak, the highest point in Arizona,

below and it’s apparent: there’s a lot to discover. Only have two days? Here’s how to make the

In-town Digs, Sustainable Dining, and First, settling into accommodations from which to embark on adventures. One to consider is the High Country Motor Lodge. Newly opened this summer, this retro-chic 123-room boutique hotel is located on Route

decks, and a General store. Ultra-plush beds and warm wooden furniture create a relaxed - yet luxurious - experience. Another only AAA approved four diamond hotel sits on 500 scenic pine-covered acres and features spacious recently renovated rooms with unique live edge maple headboards and heated pool, outdoor patio, retail shop and the Silver Pine Restaurant and Bar.

drawing on sustainability by serving locally farmed fare. Among them, Brix and Atria. The recently expanded Brix restaurant and wine Ridgeview Farm Chicken. At Atria, a journey eight-course Tasting Menu with items including Roasted Bone Marrow, Fish Tiradito, and Smoked Short Rib.

shops, galleries, and boutiques. A worthy pursuit: partaking in craft beers at the eight

Apollo astronaut that walked on the moon Visitor Center for a free Lunar Landmarks Trail Map and Passport to guide the way. Follow up with a visit to Sunset Crater Volcano National Monument - an astronaut training ground in 1967 that is still preparing astronauts for the next moon mission in 2024! A veritable education in moon research awaits at Lowell Observatory with its campus tours and exhibitions. Perhaps best for stargazing. Calling for a return visit to on earth and the Grand Canyon National

Three destinations just right for snowplay: Arizona Snowbowl Resort, Arizona Nordic and snowboarding are enjoyed at Arizona Snowbowl Resort. Whisking visitors to

Village welcomes cross-country skiing and snowshoeing on its 16-feet wide, classic track all about snowtubing and kicking back around

Snowplay Hotline for up-to-date snowplay information at 1-888-256-SNOW and check out the SNOW-ometer at

Berry Hard Kombucha and Dark Sky Brewing

by Bekah Wright

Flagstaff's backyard Grand Canyon National Park

Photo courtesy Arizona Snowbowl

HERMANN HOTELS

Escaping to Palm Springs is a true retreat for the senses, and the latest hotel to open in the desert offers a luxury experience to reset among the serene desert landscape.

Renowned designer and hotelier Steve Hermann recently opened his latest modern luxury hotel in Palm Springs, the Hermann Bungalows.

Upon entering the Hermann Bungalows, guests are welcomed by the 85-foot-long zero-edge pool as the foreground to stunning unobstructed views of the desert mountains.

The design of the property takes inspiration from the earth tones and the landscape surrounding it. “I wanted it to be a natural extension of

lines, and minimalist aesthetic,” Hermann comments. The Hermann Bungalows are destined to be Palm Springs’ most luxurious property for even the most discerning world traveler.

Other Hermann luxury resorts in Palm Springs include L’Horizon Resort and Spa, and The Colony Palms Hotel.

L’Horizon is home to Sopa, a restaurant with a beautiful outdoor

creations, as well as a predominantly West Coast wine list. Whenever possible, the team is committed to using organic, bio-dynamic and farmer’s produce while sourcing all within a 150 mile radius.

The Colony Palms is a vibrant desert oasis where guests can enjoy craft cocktails overlooking the pool, relax in an outdoor tub under the stars, and savor fresh gelato from the poolside cart. The restaurant’s season corn, and Osetra caviar and onion dip with hand cut Kennebec potato chips, and hard cooked egg minuet.

Visit hermannbungalows.com for more information and to book rooms.

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MAMMOTH MOUNTAIN

FUN LIVES HERE

Mammoth Mountain has been Southern California's winter destination of choice for decades and for good reason. This mountain is big and their reputation for fun is even bigger.

At 11,053 feet, Mammoth boasts the highest lift-served summit of any California resort and is known for some of the best skiing resort in the state to open and the last to close. Another long, day festivities that include music, giveaways, contests, and an terrain can be limited, the excitement is always evident, and riders are known to camp out to secure their spot at the front of the line.

Mammoth's 3,500 skiable acres and an average snowfall of 400 inches combined with plenty of California sunshine and beautiful vistas deliver big smiles on the slopes all season long. Find some of the biggest names in skiing and snowboarding shredding activities like tubing, cross-country skiing, and snowmobiling. From pop-up lounges to Canyon Lodge's famous après parties,

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OMNI LA COSTA RESORT & SPA

For travelers seeking an autumn getaway that’s more sun-kissed and less foliage-focused, look no further than the coastal gem that is Omni La Costa Resort & Spa.

Touched by fresh ocean breezes and set within a captivating 400-acre Spanish Mission-style village, the iconic resort, located in the charming surf town of Carlsbad, is the perfect retreat to enjoy all that Southern

The resort features over 600 spacious guest rooms and suites, championship golf and tennis, world-class dining, an award-winning a family pool with two 100-foot water slides and play area, as well as an

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You don’t have to venture far to experience a retreat that’s far from ordinary. With an award-winning spa, eight sparkling pools, championship golf and tennis, Omni La Costa Resort & Spa offers endless opportunities for laughter and rejuvenation.