New York revisited – things to do
The first time, it’s Times Square, Macy’s, Central Park, Empire State Building; the second time you are more circumspect. Here’s what Paul and Livvy did.
USA
Mandarin Oriental New YorkNew York City, USA
The Mandarin Oriental New York is situated on the top floors of the Time Warner building at Columbus Circle and next to Central Park. With commanding views over the city, it has well-regarded restaurants and bars, a 75-foot lap pool and spa
MeadowoodSt Helena, Napa Valley, USA
Secluded five‑star wine‑country estate in St Helena, offering forested tranquillity, destination dining and an award‑winning spa.
Peninsula ChicagoChicago, USA
The 20-storey Peninsula Chicago is set in the downtown heart of the city. It offers a choice of restaurants, award-winning bar, well-regarded spa, indoor pool and gym
Peninsula Beverly HillsBeverly Hills, Los Angeles, USA
A short walk from Rodeo Drive, the Peninsula is located in downtown Beverly Hills. Highly rated since it opened in 1991, it offers a unique 24-hour check-in/ checkout. The hotel has a spa, roof top terrace and Belvedere restaurant
Post Ranch InnBig Sur, California, USA
The luxury 100-acre Post Ranch Inn is situated at Big Sur in a cliff top position overlooking the Pacific Ocean. An adult only eco resort, the property has two infinity spa pools, separate pool, spa, hybrid hotel cars for loan and two-and-a-half miles of hiking trails
Rittenhouse HotelPhiladelphia, USA
The 100-year old Rittenhouse overlooks Rittenhouse Square in downtown Philadelphia. One of the city’s finest hotels, it has several restaurants, a spa and hair salon and is family friendly
Bernardus LodgeCarmel Valley, California, USA
Refined wine‑country retreat in Carmel Valley featuring vineyard views, acclaimed dining and a full‑service spa surrounded by gardens
San Ysidro RanchSanta Barbara, USA
The 500-acre San Ysidro Ranch, just south of Santa Barbara has a hundred years of history. With individual luxury cottages, a swimming pool, gym and hiking trails through the extensive landscaped grounds, this is also a family friendly resort
Beverly WilshireBeverly Hills, Los Angeles, USA
Enjoying one of the best locations in Beverly Hills opposite Rodeo Drive, the Beverly Wilshire is regarded as one of Los Angeles’ finest hotels. It has a Michelin-starred restaurant, spa and outdoor pool
Hotel Monaco SeattleSeattle, USA
Hotel Monaco in downtown Seattle has Kimpton Hotel’s signature quirkiness. Handily placed for Pike Place market, it has a 24-hour gym and numerous complimentary extras that keep guests returning
Casa Del MarSanta Monica, Los Angeles, USA
Oceanfront hotel in Santa Monica offering sea‑view rooms, refined coastal dining and a tranquil spa overlooking the Pacific