Travel Inspiration

Although there can be beauty in sparkling white snowdrifts and dripping icicles, the idea of spending the winter in a warm, sunny climate is irresistible. Snowbirds— people who pack up and head south when the temperatures drop— have the right idea but there can be one drawback to this lifestyle....the crowds. At Natural Retreats, we have three destinations that are less traveled, less crowded, and calmer than some of the popular snowbird spots. Imagine spending your winter wandering an unspoiled coastline, spotting dolphins, and dining on fresh seafood. Sipping your steaming mug of morning coffee on your private balcony as you gaze out at the sea. Enjoying a casual al fresco dinner as a vibrant sunset lights up the sky overhead. If you’re looking for a calm retreat from the hustle-bustle this winter, check out one of these three amazing spots to feather your snowbird nest.

Travelers seeking a one of a kind holiday gift idea this year might want to consider the mountains. With our Local Soul Holiday Package, guests who book ski homes from our Deer Crest and Colony Collections, for stays between Dec. 20, 2019 and Jan. 5, 2020 will receive four complimentary pairs of custom bamboo Soul Poles ski poles, each handmade and engraved in Park City.