GOING PLACES, NEAR & FAR.... Need Inspiration for Your Winter Escape? Here are Ideas.....

hotel Hotel Le Coucou offers a warm and inviting respite. The hotel’s chalet exterior reflects the Alpine landscape, and all rooms feature a balcony offering immaculate views of the snowy mountains. For families looking to experience Méribel the hotel has four-bedroom ski in- skiout chalets. Parents will also appreciate the Kid’s Club, which engages young travelers with daily activities, like storytelling sessions, arts and crafts workshops, and hands-on cooking demonstrations. (www.lecoucoumeribel.com)

Edinburgh, Scotland: Rich with heritage, Edinburgh’s coldest months make a lovely winter retreat for those who curious about arts and culture. Bundle up and hike up UNESCO World Heritage Site Calton Hill or the extinct volcano Arthur’s Seat, both of which offer unforgettable city vistas. Then, enjoy afternoon tea and stroll through Princes Street Gardens, Edinburgh Castle and other historic sites throughout the city. Virgin Hotels Edinburgh, located in the heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town, acts as the perfect launchpad for exploring the city, like a walk down the Royal Mile for an endless selection of shops, galleries and restaurants. (virginhotels.com/edinburgh/)

Where to Go Based Off Your Horoscope

Capricorn (December 22 – January 19) - Paris, France: Paris is a no brainer for Capricorns, who love to learn, experience culture and take immense pride in their worldly personas. Le Grand Mazarin, which opens in April 2023, will have any Capricorn feeling like they have lived in Paris their whole life. A stone’s throw from the Seine, the hotel has been reimagined by famed architect Martin Brudnizki with whimsical décor inspired by 17th-century France that feels true to the area’s cultural heritage yet still luxurious for today’s traveler. (www.legrandmazarin.com/)

Aquarius (January 20 – February 18) - Glasgow, Scotland: Often referred to as the “non-conformist” of the signs, an Aquarian is constantly seeking liberation over flashy indulgences. A perfect destination for this air sign is the city of

Glasgow, offering culture without the crowds of nearby Edinburgh. Opening in Spring 2023, Virgin Hotels Glasgow is an ideal base for exploring the city. Just steps away from world-class institutions like Citizen’s Theatre and Gallery of Modern Art, the hotel is a doorway to all the local culture the Aquarian wants to explore. (virginhotels.com/glasgow/)

Pisces (February 19 – March 20) Provence, France: Dreamy and compassionate, Pisces are known as the healers of the Zodiac. This laidback and nature-loving group might find themselves in the region of Provence, filled with picturesque landscapes, lavender fields, and quaint villages. Pisces should stay at Hôtel Crillon Le Brave, an intimate hotel comprised of interconnected structures that will spark their appetite for discovery. A visit to the spa, set in an 18th-century stone house, reinforces the feeling of rest and recovery within this private escape. (www.crillonlebrave. com)

Aries (March 21 – April 19) - Arosa, Switzerland: For the naturally curious Aries, the alpine towns of Switzerland would be a dream playground. At The Tschuggen Grand Hotel in Arosa, Aries can cruise on the Tschuggen Express Railway, an ultimate amenity taking them directly to the nearby slopes and hiking trails. In line with this nature loving sign, The Tschuggen Grand Hotel is also 100% climate-neutral and champions sustainability as part of their mission. (tschuggencollection.ch/en/hotel/ tschuggen-grand-hotel)

Taurus (April 20 – May 20) - Punta del Este, Uruguay: Taurus is all about comfort, luxury, and a delicious meal. There’s no better place to treat themselves than Hotel Fasano Punta Del Este, the first international hotel from the Brazil-based hospitality brand. Perched on a hill among rock formations, the striking and luxurious hotel merges seamlessly into the natural fabric of its surroundings. During their stay, Taurus can gallivant though the countryside on horseback, sunbathe at the exclusive River Club and indulge in contemporary cuisine at the three onsite restaurants. (www.fasano.com.br/hoteis/fasa-