Greetings my Somewhere/Anywhere Traveller.
Remember when “It’s good to be home” rolled off our tongues after a much needed vacation?
Author, Laura Ingalls Wilder once wrote, “Home is the nicest word there is.”
There is truly no better feeling than the comfort of your own home — BUT if you’ve been spending an inordinate amount of time in yours lately ( 9 months to be exact) you may be open-minded and more than willing as to where and how you’d like to celebrate this holiday season….
Somewhere with a view? A Private Chef, perhaps?
Make no mistake, it’s still a great idea to make your famous homemade pumpkin pie this year or gather responsibly, I’m simply suggesting that your first bite will taste even sweeter in a Villa of distinction and renown, where someone else cooks…
I love showing you the world through the lens of incredible destinations, experiences, and the very best luxury hotels and resorts. But the finest private home rentals are a delight as well.
Below are three unique experiences selected to spark inspiration for safe and spectacular travel possibilities when you are ready.
A HOLIDAY OFFER YOU CAN’T REFUSE FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY.
THE BRANDO, FRENCH POLYNESIA
How’d you like to spend Christmas on Christmas Island. OHHHH a stay at The Brando, Marlon Brando’s former Polynesian home is what dreams are made of. Bring out the ukulele as I’m already dreaming of a White Sand Christmas…. The only truly all-inclusive luxury resort within the islands of Tahiti, the eco-friendly Brando fuses carefree luxury with modern delights. Invite all the cousins and spread out in 36 welcoming villas on private beaches and with plunge pools. Set in natural sanctuary with private air strip, you won’t want to go home for the holidays again.
ESCAPE TO FRANK SINATRA’S ESTATE IN PALM SPRINGS
TWIN PALMS, PALM SPRINGS, CA
A holiday that is LEGENDARY. Frank Sinatra may have risen to fame singing about New York and Chicago, but if home is where the heart is, the California desert seemed to have stolen his. I am starstruck with his 1950’s residence. Just imagining playing Sinatra’s own holiday classics in what was his personal recording studio. Have yourself a Merry Little Christmas spending the afternoon swimming in the infamous piano-shaped pool and pouring yourself a drink in the living room wet bar thereafter. Rumor has it that Frank installed a flagpole between two palm trees and would raise a flag to let his guests know it was cocktail hour. In similar fashion, you can raise your glass to toast to Ol’ Blue Eyes and a holiday season you will never forget. Ho! Ho! Ho!
REJOICE HE CLIMBED THE CORPORATE LADDER AND CELEBRATE THERE
Ladder, a Ted Turner Reserve Caballo, NM
Ted Turner operates his empire by a simple motto, “Save Everything” – and once you lay eyes on Ladder, a Ted Turner Reserve, you’ll understand why. The conservationist has diligently preserved the diverse ecosystems comprising his 156,000-acre Ladder Ranch, in south-central New Mexico; the four tributaries of the Rio Grande that traverse the land support abundant flora and fauna, such as historic bison. You have sole use of Turner’s four-bedroom family home featuring personal mementos; an on-site chef prepares meals to your taste and traditional recepies. Expeditions are individually crafted, and all activities are included in your stay. So gather around the Blue Spruce and stay through the New Year!
If you are looking to book a vacation for the holidays and this festive season, please contact me at How Far Adventures.
