JourneyBeyondAspen-SummerFall-2021

JOURNEYBEYONDASPEN
Caribbean | United States | Mexico
Jade Mountain, St Lucia



Dear Friends,
After more than a year of safer-at-home restrictions, the time f inally has arrived for us
to follow the advice of Mark Twain and “throw off the bowlines. Sail away from the safe
harbor. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover.”
Slowly, cautiously, the world is reopening, calling on us to leave the conf ines of our
homes and rediscover all the intrigue and excitement that comes with travel. We can
f inally venture beyond our backyards to reconnect with friends and family in the city, at
the beach, in the mountains or even far off international locations.
I am eagerly awaiting travels to some of my favorite places, creating new memories
with old friends and family, and venturing to new destinations that I’ve been waiting to
explore. My taste buds are reawakening with the anticipation of unique f lavors from
faraway lands. My luggage collecting dust in the back of the garage has been cleaned
and is ready to be f illed.
While it is often said that “you don’t know what you have until it is gone,” it is equally
true that “you don’t know what you have been missing, until it is found”.
I hope you all f ind pleasure readjusting to a new normal and rediscovering all that you
have been missing.
Have a beautiful Summer and Fall!
Travel SAFELY, with gratitude and kindness.
All My Best,

Risa Feldman
Editor-In-Chief

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IN THIS ISSUE

CARIBBEAN

Jade Mountain | Saint Lucia, Caribbean............................................. 6

Photo Credits: Resor t, Risa Feldman

Anse Chastanet | Saint Lucia, Caribbean.......................................... 16

Photo Credits: Resor t, Risa Feldman

DOMESTIC

Under Canvas | Virgin, Utah............................................................. 22

Photo Credits: The Nomadic People

Inn at Newpor t Ranch | Fort Bragg, California.................................. 28

Photo Credits: Peter Lyons, Brendan McGuigan, Dave Mathews, Risa Feldman

Solage, An Auberge Resort | Calistoga, California............................ 36

Photo Credits: Resor t

Nobu Ryokan | Malibu, California..................................................... 42

Photo Credits: Resor t

Cal-a-Vie Health Spa | Vista, California.............................................. 46

Photo Credits: Resor t, Risa Feldman

White Elephant | Palm Beach, Florida................................................ 56

Photo Credits: Chi-Thien Nguyen/Elkus Manfredi Architects

MEXICO

Banyon Tree Cabo Marques | Acapulco, Mexico................................................... 62

Photo Credits: Resor t

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Jade Mountain

Saint Lucia, Caribbean

Rising majestically above the vast Caribbean Sea lies the stunning, ulta-luxury resor t Jade
Mountain. Architect and owner Nick Troubetzkoy conceived this incredible proper ty as a unique
destination where guests would be exposed to a carefully orchestrated sensory experience.

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The bold architectural design makes Jade Mountain a masterpiece and one of the Caribbean’s most
mesmerizing resor t experiences. The adventurous journey to your private sanctuary suite begins
along a suspended sky bridge, seemingly ex tending to inf inity, which is yours and yours alone.

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The location of the proper ty is unsurpassed. Set high above the private estate of Anse Chastanet
and surrounded by 600 lush tropical acres, it is bordered by two Caribbean beaches with sand as
soft as f lour and pristine coral reefs just offshore.

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The door to your sanctuary is an oversized rough-hewn slab of exotic tropical
hardwood that opens into a magical surrounding. With the four th wall entirely
absent, Jade Mountain’s sanctuaries are stage-like settings from which to embrace
the full glory of St. Lucia’s Pitons World Heritage Site and, of course, the sparkle
of the Caribbean Sea.

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Expect grand sweeping spaces where bedroom, living area and an ex travagant private inf inity pool ( sur faced
entirely in one-of-a-kind glass tiles) glide into one another to form an ex traordinary design element.
The inf inity pools in each sanctuary offer a one of a kind visual element, water f lowing over a vanishing edge
serves to draw the view into the room, linking the view with water, and water with sky and land, sun and stars.
This complex creative act was accomplished using the palette of indigenous materials that Saint Lucia offers.

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Wrapped around an inf inity pool with a dazzling kaleidoscope of colors is the Jade
Mountain Club offering a unique f ine dining experience created by James Beard award
winner, Chef Allen Susser. The exotic menu is infused with bold tropical f lavors and
local products that nourishes both body and soul. Seemingly hovering above the Club
is the Celestial Terrace, per fect for sunset cocktails or star gazing.

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An eclectic collection of locally made, sustainably
harvested tropical furniture decorate the
sanctuaries, giving each one their own individualistic
ambiance. The glass tiles in the inf inity pool feature
an iridescent sur face on one side and a smooth but
undulating sur face on the other, creating a unique
prism of ref lective light. A true masterpiece!

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Anse Chastanet

Saint Lucia, Caribbean

This 600-acre resor t is nestled right below its sister proper ty Jade Mountain. While the
sensuous seclusion of the rooms provides guests with the per fect excuse for lolling away the
day on their balconies, the temptation of the Caribbean waters are too alluring to ignore.

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The resor t emphasizes the use of local woods in its furnishings,
while cushions, bedspreads and resor t robes are made from
color ful cotton fabrics called madras, the island’s “national cloth.”
To make the most of the panoramic views and the refreshing
tradewinds, octagonal whitewashed cottages come with
wraparound f lower-draped balconies and louvered windows.

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An enticing selection of dining options is
available at Anse Chastanet, including an
open-air treehouse carved into the intimate
hillside, overlooking lush tropical foliage and
the vast Caribbean Sea below. Menus at
the proper ty’s restaurants feature tropical
Caribbean cuisine, exotic fusions of East
India and Creole f lavors as well as a full
vegetarian option. Music per formed by local
enter tainers provide a relaxing backdrop to
the entire dining experience.

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Under Canvas

Virgin, Utah

Experience starry night skies, wild landscapes, healthy cafe-style dining, all in a luxurious
private tent. Under Canvas’s deser t glamping accommodations are a gateway to the towering
plateaus, sandstone cliffs and naturally occurring geologic wonders of Zion National Park.

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The safari-style canvas tents
boast optional en suite
bathrooms, king size beds,
West Elm furnishings and
wood-burning stoves.

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At Under Canvas, a “Leave No Trace” approach to protecting and preserving
the millions of acres of national public lands minimizes guests’ impact on the
environment and enhances their connection to the great outdoors.

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Wholesome and nutritious food fuels adventure, fosters community and enhances the
overall experience at camp. An ever-changing menu is offered that embraces both
seasonality and locally sourced produce.

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Inn at Newport Ranch

Fort Bragg, California

Located on a 2,000-acre private ranch, this luxury boutique proper ty, is situated amid a
backdrop of lush meadows and Redwood forests overlooking miles of the Pacif ic Coastline.

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The designers of this proper ty repurposed some Fresh and f lavor ful, the cuisine at the Inn at
of the original redwood resources in order to Newpor t Ranch is focused on destination-
create the structures, walls and tables. All 40 wor thy dining made from fresh, locally-sourced
doors onsite are derived from one giant piece ingredients.
of thick redwood. The end of the main dining
room has a slice of a 14-foot diameter tree trunk
embedded into the f loor.

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Spend your day on world class hiking trails or riding horses through the
redwoods or along the coast. Relax at the spa or set up an outdoor off ice
in one of the many secluded cliffside locations. Any time spent at the Inn will
offer you a step into nature and adventure.

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This very special gem of a proper ty offers complete privacy with only four guest
rooms, three suites and one oceanfront home. Tree trunks used as suppor ting columns,
a f ireplace you can actually sit in and a wrap-around porch are just some of the jaw-
dropping features that make the Inn an architectural phenomenon.

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Finish off a heavenly day spent at the
Inn at Newpor t Ranch with a glass of
wine, relaxing in the hot tub.

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Solage

An Auberge Resort | Calistoga, California

Inspiration for a recent redesign of the resor t was drawn from the rustic yet ref ined charm
of the surrounding Napa Valley landscapes and vineyards, which together craft a calming
palette of natural materials and neutral hues. The resor t’s iconic pool has been upgraded
with private cabanas, sunny lounge spaces, a state-of-the-ar t jetted hot tub and an expansive
pool deck where the mantra of detox, retox and repeat become second nature.

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With a modern expression of resor t living, Solage now features 11 newly built cottage-style
suites with plush furnishings, including upholstered feature walls, graphic light f ix tures, state-
of-the-ar t technology and leather headboards.

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Solbar has expanded its outdoor patio to incorporate a more “al
fresco” lounge atmosphere. Its new appearance features mid-century
modern tables and cushioned lounge chairs accented with rattan tree
lights and contemporary candle lanterns scattered throughout the
space for an inviting dining experience.

A new dining destination housed in a wooden barn, Picobar, is inspired
by the traditions of walk-up taco joints in Mexico and ar tfully balances
Latin f lavors with heirloom Napa County ingredients.

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Inspired by the beautiful humuhumunukunukuapua'a.

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Nobu Ryokan

Malibu, California

From the moment you arrive at The Nobu Ryokan Malibu, the striking views of the
Pacif ic Ocean combined with the tranquil landscaping set the tone for an unforgettable
stay.
Exclusivity and privacy are foremost, with an emphasis on low-key comfor t and high-
end indulgence.

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This intimate 16 room retreat honors the
traditional Japanese Ryokan with teak
soaking tubs, indoor/outdoor f ireplaces,
serene outdoor patios, timeless ar twork and
gracious accents.

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Just steps away is Nobu restaurant. Inspired
by his classical training in Tokyo and time
abroad in Peru, Chef Nobu Matsuhisa
continues to bring to life the latest trends in
Japanese-fusion cuisine with an ex tensive
menu of inventive dishes and bold cocktails.

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Cal-a-Vie Health Spa

Vista, California

Nestled on 450 acres between vast f ields of grapevines and lavender, discover a life-changing
wellness retreat combining luxurious European spa philosophies with the California concept
of f itness, health and nutrition.
At the award-winning Cal-a-Vie Health Spa, guest stays are custom-made, for the ultimate
experience, offering a self-care hideaway that is both intimate and astonishingly gorgeous.

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Just 40 miles nor th of San Diego, this exclusive retreat has 32 Mediterranean-style
guest villas and suites with a 5:1 staff-to-guest ratio.

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With each spa treatment, specialists use the f inest plant and sea ex tracts nature has to offer. Aromatic oils and
restorative lotions are used in every thing, from facials to body scrubs. Plus, unique spa rituals make use of ambrosial
ingredients, including a grape skin body wrap and lavender honey wrap.

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Replenish your soul in a scenic European-style space. From sun-drenched villas to captivating
suites, the accommodations at Cal-a-Vie Health Spa offer guests a picturesque place to lay their
heads in the California countryside.

For a more spacious stay, choose from one of the seven plush suites and experience European
charm overlooking the lavender hillsides, reveling in the beauty of antique furnishings, grand tubs
and private sundecks.

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