Your Fall Travel Fix: Luxe Long Weekends & Leaf-Peeping Escapes

🍂 Fall Is Calling

If you're craving crisp air, golden leaves, and a little reset after the back-to-school chaos, now is the perfect time to plan your fall escape. Whether it’s a long weekend, a leaf-peeping getaway, or a no-cooking-required Thanksgiving trip, these destinations blend seasonal charm with luxury.

Miraval Berkshires Resort & Spa

-Lenox, MA

🧳 Luxe Weekend Getaways to Savor the Season

Here are a few quick getaways that feel like full vacations—with standout luxury hotels in each:

Stowe, Vermont

🌟 Stay at: Topnotch Resort

  • Spa services, mountain views, indoor/outdoor pools, and access to Vermont’s best fall foliage hikes and scenic drives.

  • Rates: $300–$700/night

  • Why Go: Covered bridges, cider tastings, and postcard-perfect fall views.

The Berkshires, Massachusetts

🌟 Stay at: Miraval Berkshires Resort & Spa

  • A wellness-focused luxury resort with daily programming, an award-winning spa, and seasonal cuisine—all surrounded by wooded hills.

  • Rates: $280–$570/night (spa credit included)

  • Why Go: Cozy up with art museums, mountain trails, and a spa robe.

Hudson Valley, New York

🌟 Stay at: Tiedemann Castle Guesthouse (Former Derek Jeter estate via Airbnb)

  • A one-of-a-kind lakeside castle retreat with a sauna, turret yoga space, and total privacy.

  • Rates: ~$1,300/night

  • Why Go: Boutique luxury meets farm-to-table dining and antique shopping.

Asheville, North Carolina

🌟 Stay at: The Omni Grove Park Inn

  • Historic charm with Blue Ridge Mountain views, mineral spa, golf, and fireplaces galore.

  • Rates: $350–$650/night

  • Why Go: Scenic drives on the Blue Ridge Parkway and Southern hospitality with a twist.

Quebec City, Canada

🌟 Stay at: Auberge Saint-Antoine

  • A boutique hotel blending modern luxury with heritage architecture, located in the heart of Old Quebec.

  • Rates: $213 USD / $300–$500 CAD

  • Why Go: French flair, fall festivals, and cobblestone strolls under fiery trees.

🌴 Swap the Leaves for the Beach

Not into layering up? Fall is shoulder season in the tropics—meaning smaller crowds, better prices, and perfect weather.

Punta Cana, Dominican Republic – Luxury all-inclusives with spa deals and direct flights from Boston and NYC

Turks & Caicos – Clear water, quiet beaches, and boutique resorts

Zihuatanejo, Mexico – A chic coastal town with local charm

Palm Beach, FL – Glamorous but low-key, with beach clubs and art galleries

Tip: Fall pricing is often 15–30% lower than peak winter holidays.

Thanksgiving by the beach in Punta Cana

🦃 Thanksgiving in Style

Whether you’re skipping the turkey or just outsourcing the cleanup, these Thanksgiving alternatives bring joy (and no dirty dishes):

The Ritz-Carlton Grand Cayman – Beachfront luxury + holiday brunch

The Greenbrier (WV) – An iconic American Thanksgiving with elegance

Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa – For families wanting festive magic in Hawaii

A Private Villa in Riviera Maya or Costa Rica – Bring the whole crew and let a chef handle dinner

📸 Photo-Worthy Fall Moments

  • Pumpkin patches in the Hudson Valley

  • Mountain sunrises in Asheville

  • Rooftop cocktails in Quebec City

  • A castle stay in the Berkshires

  • Beachside sunsets with your toes in the sand

Quebec City in Fall

✨ Marci’s Jetsetter Tips

  • Veterans Day Long Weekend: Book now—hotels are filling fast

  • Thanksgiving: Airfare climbs quickly; book flights by mid October

  • Want to skip the stress? Let me plan it all—flights, transfers, hotel perks, and upgrades

  • Bonus: Ask me how to use Viator or resort credits to add unique fall excursions

💌 Ready to Fall in Love with Travel Again?

A little getaway can make a big difference. Whether you’re planning for the long weekend, dreaming of a no-cook Thanksgiving, or just need a reset—I’ve got your back. Let’s make this fall your coziest, most carefree season yet.

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