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California Redefines Luxury with Epic Experiences

Sept. 6, 2019

California’s laid-back lifestyle provides a unique kind of luxury, inspired by discovery rather than pretension. The Golden State surpasses expectations, redefining luxury with once-in-a-lifetime experiences that feel authentic and meaningful. From private aerial tours of Yosemite to exclusive, holistic spa treatments, California appeals to luxury travelers seeking quality offerings in an unparalleled setting.

Truly VIP Attraction Experiences

Monterey Bay Aquarium’s Share the Love Tour
Start the Share the Love Tour with a private gourmet breakfast created in front of the Kelp Forest or Open Sea exhibit, paired with live music from the Monterey Strings and followed by a customized private tour.

Insider Hollywood Studio Tours
The Warner Brothers Deluxe Studio Tour and Paramount Pictures’ VIP Tour give an insider’s look into the movie-making process, including visits to the property department and sound stages, plus a gourmet lunch.

Disneyland’s Ultimate Theme Park Experience
Disneyland’s customized, private tour guide program lets you explore the park with a concierge who arranges priority access and seating at 30+ attractions and shows and unlimited Disney PhotoPass downloads.

Exotics Racing’s Supercar Driving Experience Los Angeles
Ride like a professional race car driver at L.A.’s famous Auto Club Speedway, where an instructor offers racing tips and one-on-one coaching as you drive a Ferrari, Lamborghini, Porsche, Audi or Nissan.

Private Tour of Hearst Castle
Take a private guided tour of America’s most famous castle. Up to six people can take the four-hour tour, which offers access to all areas available on other tours to various parts of the San Simeon estate.

Top Gun and Air Combat Experience in San Diego
Fly like a fighter pilot during a high-intensity flight, learning  basic flight maneuvering skills as you speed, twist, and turn through the sky, or upgrade to include dynamic low-level flying, aerobatic maneuvers, and more.

Yosemite Flight Tours
Yosemite Flight Tours, offers the chance to see iconic landmarks such as El Capitan, Glacier Point, Half Dome, Yosemite Falls and more as expert pilots point out natural and cultural history.

Bucket List Culinary Experiences

San Diego Serves Up Exclusive Michelin Chef’s Tables
Two Chef’s Tables debuted inside exclusive eateries, where Michelin-rated chefs interact with guests. Arama features Calabrian roots and global flavors, while Addison combines local ingredients with French influences.

SLS Hotel Beverly Hills Culinary Experiences
The SLS Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Beverly Hills offers an award-winning culinary program with a Michelin-starred tasting menu experience, Somni, and behind-the-scenes access to chefs. The complimentary “SLS Salute” at the Altitude Pool offers guests a choice of fresh squeezed wellness shot (Saint) or a bartender’s recipe of the day (Sinner), celebrating a day well-lived.

Winemaker for a Day Experiences

  • The award-winning Conn Creek Winery’s Barrel Blending Experience features a Napa Valley overview, guided tasting and elite blending workshop, a bottle of your custom blend to take home and a tasting of current releases.
  • Raymond Vineyards’ Winemaker for a Day program lets you create lavish wines, which you can custom bottle and order by the case in the future.
  • At The Wine Experience, a Cannery Row tasting bar and educational center, classes and group events introduce wine making, wine tasting, food pairing and wine blending.

 

Wine Flights

  • Redefine wine flights by taking a winery tour by air with San Francisco Helicopters. Enjoy views of the city and vineyards before visiting a prestigious winery in Napa or Sonoma--complete with wine pairings and tours.
  • Take a private helicopter flight over the ridges of Sonoma and Mendocino wine country with Goldeneye Winery. Add to the experience with "A Toast to Bubbles and Caviar": an indulgent tasting including two glasses of 2016 Goldeneye Anderson Valley Brut Rosé, Tsar Nicoulai Reserve Caviar and perfect paired accoutrements.

 

Ultimate California Pampering Experiences

Reserve the Entire Kenwood Inn SPA for Two
Couples can savor exclusive use of the newly renovated spa for three hours at night, including exfoliating scrubs, joint massage, bath overlooking the valley and stargazing on the terrazzo with a bottle of bubbly and chocolates.

24-Karat Gold Treatments

  • Guests can pamper with celebrity chic at The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Los Angeles with the Champagne & Shimmer body treatment, combining champagne seeds and oils, dusting 24-karat gold powder.
  • The Tikkun Holistic Spa’s lavish Royal Gold Treatment includes a 24-karat gold body wrap, mini facial and conditioning hair wash, hot oil massage and organic detox tea.

 

Human Upgrade at Bulletproof Labs
Bulletproof Labs offers one-of-a-kind “human upgrades” featuring biohacking or tweaking your biology for better performance. This gym of the future offers everything from cell massages to cryotherapy.

Surya Ayurveda Spa
This November, the 3,000-square-foot Surya Spa will offer multi-day, personalized wellness itineraries with Surya dosha yoga, meditation, breathwork, soundbaths, and extended check-ins with renowned healers.

Ventana Big Sur’s Alia Experiences Program
Ventana Big Sur, an Alila Resort, offers its Alia Experiences Program, featuring inspiring activities from a Circle of Life Meditation in a ring of 100-year old redwoods, to art classes taught in the Glass House by local artists.

Rustic Luxury at Yosemite National Park
The new two-bedroom Explorer Cabins at the Tenaya Lodge at Yosemite offer a luxurious camping alternative, providing high-end amenities, kitchen and porch. The Ascent Spa offers retreats filled with hiking, guided mediation, guest speakers, healthy cuisine, relaxing spa appointments and sunset yoga in Yosemite National Park.

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