Kiwi Curated
Summer Destinations That Shine in the Fall
by Kim BudziakAutumn ushers in a gentler pace, greater solitude, and relief from the vacationing hordes. Visit any of these nine popular summer spots in fall for culture, gastronomy, and leisure sans the bustle.
Summer Destinations That Shine in the Fall
Prepare yourself for an autumnal renaissance. The warmth and charm of Florence is on full display at the Art Nouveau-style Hotel Regency. The building is set in the Piazza D’Azeglio, a one-time epicentre for the former capital’s elite. Today, the trappings of good taste remain in its historic tapestries and gilded design. Relais Le Jardin is sure to please foodies—frequent tastings in the city will take advantage of the season’s truffle and mushroom harvest.
Summer Destinations That Shine in the Fall
Trade a garish Halloween for the tradition of Italy’s Ognissanti and Giorno dei Morti (that’s All Saint’s Day and All Soul’s Day, respectively). The grounds of Lido Palace are an apt starting point for a stroll alongside the merlot-coloured leaves dotting the shores of Lake Garda. Or better yet, take advantage of the constantly-blowing Ora and Peler winds and set out for a day sail before retiring to the Lido’s CXI Centoundici SPA for a nature-inspired treatment.
Summer Destinations That Shine in the Fall
Sink into an extended summer in the Spanish countryside. Son Julia Country House Hotel is a 15th century mansion sitting pretty on the island of Mallorca. Beautiful stone ceilings and rhythmic archways lead you down hallways lined with handmade Oriental carpets to the tropical grounds and white sand beaches beyond. After a visit to the 18-hole golf course nearby, toast the round amid dusk’s lingering light.
Summer Destinations That Shine in the Fall
If autumn gives you a twinge of academic nostalgia, head to the modern yet opulent La Réserve Paris Hotel & Spa. The property was once home to Napoleon’s brother, and maintains Old World charm via rich tones and Versailles-style embellishments. Whether you stay put to read in the private library, take a dip in the spa pool or head to the Louvre for more visual indulgence, finish the day dining on the hotel’s grounds where views of the Eiffel Tower are complemented by turning leaves.
Summer Destinations That Shine in the Fall
If a haunted thrill is up your alley, mingle with a bride or Sam the Bellman, two of the most recognized dearly departed figures to wander the halls of the Fairmont Banff Springs. The property has become so lauded for its ghostly interactions that a Halloween Heritage Ghost Tour runs at the end of October. Not your thing? Relax in the National Park’s natural hot springs or indulge in a package at the Willow Stream Spa. Off-property, accessible hikes will show off the Rocky Mountains in full fall regalia.
Summer Destinations That Shine in the Fall
Shifting sandbars at Barcelona’s local beaches set up surfers for waves all season long. Tap into lingering summer temperatures and catch a wave before retiring to the Majestic Hotel and Spa Barcelona, a neoclassical gem in the heart of the city. Located in the center of the city’s best retail district, you can easily stock up on sophisticated back-to-chill clothes, sample nosh at street food markets, and get lost amongst the cathedrals of the Gothic Quarter before you head home.
Summer Destinations That Shine in the Fall
Turn typical on its head and break away to Boston. The Liberty, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Boston is an architectural landmark and once the infamous Charles Street Jail. Get lost in the contemporary design of the hotel’s interior, or head outside for a walk along the nearby Charles River capped off with a turn about the property’s courtyard grounds. Cheers to fall’s freedom over a bottle of wine at CLINK before retiring to your “cell.”
Summer Destinations That Shine in the Fall
Take in the charm of Old Montreal amongst brick and fleur-de-lis facades. Hotel Nelligan, named for turn-of-the-century writer and Quebec local Émile Nelligan offers sweeping views of Montreal’s eclectic mix of history, pride, and contemporary designs. Celebrating its 375th anniversary in 2017, the city’s buzz carries from the Gardens of Light lantern festival (running now through October 31) to nearby urban trails in Mont Royal and back to the cool converted warehouse rooms of Nelligan.
Prepare yourself for an autumnal renaissance. The warmth and charm of Florence is on full display at the Art Nouveau-style Hotel Regency. The building is set in the Piazza D’Azeglio, a one-time epicentre for the former capital’s elite. Today, the trappings of good taste remain in its historic tapestries and gilded design. Relais Le Jardin is sure to please foodies—frequent tastings in the city will take advantage of the season’s truffle and mushroom harvest.
Trade a garish Halloween for the tradition of Italy’s Ognissanti and Giorno dei Morti (that’s All Saint’s Day and All Soul’s Day, respectively). The grounds of Lido Palace are an apt starting point for a stroll alongside the merlot-coloured leaves dotting the shores of Lake Garda. Or better yet, take advantage of the constantly-blowing Ora and Peler winds and set out for a day sail before retiring to the Lido’s CXI Centoundici SPA for a nature-inspired treatment.
Sink into an extended summer in the Spanish countryside. Son Julia Country House Hotel is a 15th century mansion sitting pretty on the island of Mallorca. Beautiful stone ceilings and rhythmic archways lead you down hallways lined with handmade Oriental carpets to the tropical grounds and white sand beaches beyond. After a visit to the 18-hole golf course nearby, toast the round amid dusk’s lingering light.
If autumn gives you a twinge of academic nostalgia, head to the modern yet opulent La Réserve Paris Hotel & Spa. The property was once home to Napoleon’s brother, and maintains Old World charm via rich tones and Versailles-style embellishments. Whether you stay put to read in the private library, take a dip in the spa pool or head to the Louvre for more visual indulgence, finish the day dining on the hotel’s grounds where views of the Eiffel Tower are complemented by turning leaves.
If a haunted thrill is up your alley, mingle with a bride or Sam the Bellman, two of the most recognized dearly departed figures to wander the halls of the Fairmont Banff Springs. The property has become so lauded for its ghostly interactions that a Halloween Heritage Ghost Tour runs at the end of October. Not your thing? Relax in the National Park’s natural hot springs or indulge in a package at the Willow Stream Spa. Off-property, accessible hikes will show off the Rocky Mountains in full fall regalia.
Shifting sandbars at Barcelona’s local beaches set up surfers for waves all season long. Tap into lingering summer temperatures and catch a wave before retiring to the Majestic Hotel and Spa Barcelona, a neoclassical gem in the heart of the city. Located in the center of the city’s best retail district, you can easily stock up on sophisticated back-to-chill clothes, sample nosh at street food markets, and get lost amongst the cathedrals of the Gothic Quarter before you head home.
Turn typical on its head and break away to Boston. The Liberty, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Boston is an architectural landmark and once the infamous Charles Street Jail. Get lost in the contemporary design of the hotel’s interior, or head outside for a walk along the nearby Charles River capped off with a turn about the property’s courtyard grounds. Cheers to fall’s freedom over a bottle of wine at CLINK before retiring to your “cell.”
Take in the charm of Old Montreal amongst brick and fleur-de-lis facades. Hotel Nelligan, named for turn-of-the-century writer and Quebec local Émile Nelligan offers sweeping views of Montreal’s eclectic mix of history, pride, and contemporary designs. Celebrating its 375th anniversary in 2017, the city’s buzz carries from the Gardens of Light lantern festival (running now through October 31) to nearby urban trails in Mont Royal and back to the cool converted warehouse rooms of Nelligan.