This year, the first day of spring brought the fourth nor’easter to the northeast, and it’s safe to say that we’re all sick of the cold. While the calendar might slowly but surely be gracing us with sunnier days, we’ve put together a roundup of resorts in beautiful and, most importantly, warm destinations for those looking to kick-start the summer a little earlier this year.
With luxurious villas at The Tryall Club in Montego Bay, ideal for families or couples, to The Wigwam in Arizona offering a number of limited-time promotions to celebrate the 100th Anniversary of The Organization House, there is a sunny and warm destination for every type of traveler – which one are you?
The Seagate Hotel & Spa in Delray Beach, Florida
In light of the snow storms in the northeast, The Seagate Hotel & Spa in charming Delray Beach is inviting guests of all ages to kick-start the summer with its “Soak up the Sun in Style” package. This family friendly package includes a one night stay in deluxe accommodations, a Seagate signature beach towel, a luxury beach bag, lip balm and sunscreen. The Seagate Hotel captures the relaxed-yet-vibrant lifestyle of Florida’s Gold Coast and offers a host of inviting amenities, including dining at the resort’s Atlantic Grille, relaxing at the award-winning Seagate Spa, spending the day golfing or playing tennis at the Seagate Country Club and taking advantage of the Seagate’s private oceanfront beach club with access to the pool and beach.
The Wigwam in Litchfield Park, Arizona
The Wigwam invites guests to get a head start on summer in sunny Arizona and celebrate the 100th Anniversary of The Organization House, built in 1918 to house Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company executives. The historic resort, located in Litchfield Park, will be celebrating the anniversary with a number of limited-time promotions, including a Centennial Thank You Package. With a minimum two-night stay, the package includes accommodations in an Adobe Traditional Room along with a $100 resort credit for each night to be used towards dining, Red Door Spa treatments, or one of our three golf courses. One of the most beautiful and popular properties in the southwest, The Wigwam caters to travelers young and old with three expansive swimming pools, bocce and tennis courts, as well as an enhanced golf club with 54 holes of championship golf including two courses designed by the legendary Robert Trent Jones, Senior. The resort’s signature restaurant Litchfield’s, offers a unique sense of place through a menu crafted from locally sourced produce. The Wigwam’s location close to Scottsdale and Downtown Phoenix makes it the ideal location to explore many of the destination’s top kid-friendly attractions, including the Phoenix Zoo, the Challenger Space Center, the Musical Instrument Museum, and several top hiking spots.
The Woodlands Resort in The Woodlands, Texas
Travelers seeking a lush, green oasis this summer will find it, and then some, at The Woodlands Resort. Located 20 minutes from George Bush Intercontinental Airport, 30 minutes from downtown Houston, and within three hours from San Antonio, Dallas and Austin, The Woodlands Resort has a wide range of experiences for guests of all ages to enjoy this spring and summer. With luxe new cabanas, a newly launched Sweet Spot, epicurean events, and valuable packages, there’s never been a better reason for travelers and locals to escape to The Woodlands this season. Along with modern accommodations, delicious dining, a calming spa, and 36 holes of championship golf, the resort offers the spectacularForest Oasis: Lazy River & Waterpark. The perfect place to spend a hot afternoon, it features a 30-foot Tower with a double-helix waterslide, as well as a 1,005-foot lazy river that weaves through the forest. Guests who book a 2-night stay at The Woodlands Resort will enjoy 6pm checkout, as well as $50 Resort Credit to be used onsite. Offer valid March 1 – September 31, 2018; two-night minimum. Starting at $199 per night
The Tryall Club in Montego Bay, Jamaica
The Tryall Club, situated 20 minutes outside Montego Bay, Jamaica, offers the perfect secluded getaway where guests’ memories of snow will quickly fade away, nestled between the undulating mountainside and Caribbean Sea. The 75 privately-owned villa homes are sprinkled throughout the 2,200-acre property, each providing the ultimate privacy and relaxation. A dedicated butler, chef, housekeeper, laundress and gardener come with each villa to tend to guests around the clock. The villas range in size, from one to 10 bedrooms, perfect for a couples’ vacation or multi-generational family trip and each is decorated in its own unique style – often with locally-made art, textiles and furniture – with no two the same. The Club’s Great House sits at the center of the complex as a meeting point for guests and members, with a restaurant, bar and afternoon tea served daily. The Club is home to one of Jamaica’s best golf courses with captivating views of the Caribbean Sea, nine tennis courts and a private beach with kayaking and Hobie Cat sailing, café and glass-bottom boat tours.
Westin Grand Cayman Seven Mile Beach Resort & Spa
Escape winter’s lingering chill and head to Westin Grand Cayman Seven Mile Beach Resort & Spa , located on the famed Seven Mile Beach. The resort recently completed a $50 million floor-to-ceiling renovation making it the island’s newest luxury project. Upon arrival, guests will enjoy an inventive martini from the new Catboat Lobby Bar surrounded by panoramic ocean views and bright, soothing colors, creating a sensory experience that conjures images of azure ocean waves and white sand. The beachfront resort boasts 343 freshly renovated, contemporary accommodations from Island View Rooms to expansive Presidential Suites with colors, textures and materials inspired by the tropical paradise outside their windows. The resort offers something for all types of travelers with a Westin Kids Club day camp for the kids, AAA Four Diamond Beach House restaurant for foodies, a romantic “Toes in the Sand” sunset dinner for couples, and signature spa treatments at the resort’s acclaimed Hibiscus Spa for those looking to unwind and rejuvenate.