The winter chill is here, and with the foul weather come the dark skies and moody courtroom temperaments. But just because it’s cold outside doesn’t mean you can’t set your sights on starting the year with a trip to remember.
> Farm to table (Italy) – Take farm-to-table to a whole new level at Il Salviatino in Florence. What was once a “humble farmhouse” has been transformed by some of the city’s most elite families into a Renaissance villa. The 15th-century home, surrounded by a lush private park, has been a gathering place for the city’s artists and intellectuals for centuries. These days you can call it home (at least for a little while). Book into one of the 45 rooms and you’ll be rewarded with the harvest from their on-site organic vegetable garden, authentic Italian meals and a breathtaking view of the Tuscan capital. www.ilsalviatino.com
> Yacht cruising (Galapagos) – There are plenty of ways to see the wonders of the Galapagos Islands, but the newest offerings from Ecoventura offer an unprecedented level of comfort. An award-winning leader in sustainable travel, Ecoventura already offers two unique seven-night itineraries that give you up-close experiences with animals while providing insight into the diversity of the islands. Their latest offering ups the ante with a new premium-class vessel that combines modern amenities and environmental responsibility. The 20-passenger mega-yacht has a limited number of 10 deluxe staterooms, serviced with gourmet cuisine and expansive observation areas. www.origingalapagos.com
> Legendary skiing (Jackson Hole, Wyoming) – There’s skiing, and then there’s skiing Jackson Hole. With 4,139 continuous vertical feet of legendary powder, the ski resort has held the respect of elite athletes in the sport for 50 years. In celebration of the milestone anniversary, the family-owned lift-access resort is unveiling a new lift that boasts an uphill capacity of 2,000 skiers per hour – guaranteeing you spend more time on the hills than in line. Also new this year is Piste mountain bistro — a 158-seat restaurant under the helm of executive chef Wes Hamilton that offers shared plates and crafted drinks. There may be no bigger party on a hill this season. www.jacksonhole.com
Heather Greenwood Davis is a lawyer and award-winning freelance writer. Reach her at [email protected].
> Farm to table (Italy) – Take farm-to-table to a whole new level at Il Salviatino in Florence. What was once a “humble farmhouse” has been transformed by some of the city’s most elite families into a Renaissance villa. The 15th-century home, surrounded by a lush private park, has been a gathering place for the city’s artists and intellectuals for centuries. These days you can call it home (at least for a little while). Book into one of the 45 rooms and you’ll be rewarded with the harvest from their on-site organic vegetable garden, authentic Italian meals and a breathtaking view of the Tuscan capital. www.ilsalviatino.com
> Yacht cruising (Galapagos) – There are plenty of ways to see the wonders of the Galapagos Islands, but the newest offerings from Ecoventura offer an unprecedented level of comfort. An award-winning leader in sustainable travel, Ecoventura already offers two unique seven-night itineraries that give you up-close experiences with animals while providing insight into the diversity of the islands. Their latest offering ups the ante with a new premium-class vessel that combines modern amenities and environmental responsibility. The 20-passenger mega-yacht has a limited number of 10 deluxe staterooms, serviced with gourmet cuisine and expansive observation areas. www.origingalapagos.com
> Legendary skiing (Jackson Hole, Wyoming) – There’s skiing, and then there’s skiing Jackson Hole. With 4,139 continuous vertical feet of legendary powder, the ski resort has held the respect of elite athletes in the sport for 50 years. In celebration of the milestone anniversary, the family-owned lift-access resort is unveiling a new lift that boasts an uphill capacity of 2,000 skiers per hour – guaranteeing you spend more time on the hills than in line. Also new this year is Piste mountain bistro — a 158-seat restaurant under the helm of executive chef Wes Hamilton that offers shared plates and crafted drinks. There may be no bigger party on a hill this season. www.jacksonhole.com
Heather Greenwood Davis is a lawyer and award-winning freelance writer. Reach her at [email protected].
