Running out of choices for school snacks? We’ve got you covered
It’s pretty much the parenting dream to have kids who can make their own lunches, can we agree? You can be one step closer to lunchbox independence when you stock your pantry with high-quality snacks that come in individual servings. Order some of the best snacks on Amazon from our curated list that includes high-protein snacks, nut-free snacks, granola bars, and fruity options to set yourself up for a successful school year. Read on for our top choices.
You'll love these organic soft-baked bars made with wholesome whole grains, real fruits and veggies in every bite. They come in Chocolate Oat and Banana Chocolate Chip flavors and you'll definitely want to grab some for hiking and school snacks.
Getting kids to eat more protein is a never-ending parental quest. We love adding Whisps to kid lunches as they satisfy those crunchy cravings while providing some brain food that kids need. Whisps are gluten-free, keto-friendly cheese crisps that are a good source of protein and made with one ingredient: 100% cheese. Swap out the chips and go for Whisps instead.
Jerky just got fruity with Solely Fruit Jerky! Made from whole organic fruit, picked at its peak and then crafted into deliciously portable strips this jerky has no sugars, no preservatives and no concentrates. Just the 1, 2 or 3 whole ingredients in delicious flavors like Mango, Pineapple and Banana. We love them for lunchboxes or to bring along when you need an extra burst of flavor, like on a family hike.
You'll definitely win the luchbox game when you send these tasty mini muffins to school. We love blueberry and chocolate chip, and there's even a rainbow sprinkle party cake flavor when you really want to celebrate them.
Get the kids through a busy day with the extra boost of protein from these meat sticks. They have not nitrates or preservatives so you can feel good about sending them to school with your kids.
Kids love the barbecue, sea salt, and sour cream & onion flavors that come in this Popchips variety pack and parents will love this better-for-you chip option. They now come in Fiery Buffalo and Fully Loaded if your little one has a more expansive palate.
Looking for a special after-school treat? Something to tell your kids, "great job!" for a hard week of school? UNREAL offers simple, organic, non-GMO treats with up to 51% less sugar than leading brands. Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups deliver that classic flavor combo kids will be begging to trade for at the lunch table. For something a little different, Dark Chocolate Coconut Bars and Dark Chocolate Crispy Quinoa Gems deliver big taste and texture with simple, sustainable ingredients.
KIND Minis pack massive taste into 100 calories or less, with choices like Dark Chocolate Cherry Cashew and Peanut Butter. Kids will love adding them to their lunchbox rotation and you can feel good that they are getting some good nutrition in at snack time.
Belgian Boys make delicious non-GMO European sweets and you're going to want to stock up on them for school lunches. Kids will especially love the chocolate chip mini cookies that come in the too-cute mustache shape and the stroopwafel duo packs, perfect for grab and go.
For tiny snackers, these organic corn puffs are sprinkled with banana and easily melt in the mouth. The subtle flavor is perfect for developing palates but the puffs are tasty enough that toddlers will like them too.
We love these crackers as an addition to a lunch with cheese and lunch meat for some DIY cracker sandwiches. The variety pack means that everyone will be pleased with the options available.
Up your protein game this year with these in your backpack. Perfect for a day at the beach or a hiking adventure, these jerky bites are the savory treat your crew needs. Hot Honey is our favorite with its sweet kick. Tender Chicken Bars also come in Teriyaki and Original flavors.
Whether your crew loves popcorn, cheese curls, or the controversial salt n' vinegar potato chips, this variety pack has you covered. The only hard part will be choosing what flavor is going in today's lunchbox.
Bobo's is the favorite in the world of whole grain snacks and you're going to want to order some this school year. With single-serve products that make lunch-making easy, you have tons of options to choose from like the brand new strawberry and apple stuff'd oat bites for a fruity snack that keeps you full.
These definitely fall into the "treat" category but since they are low-sugar, you can feel good about giving them to your kids. Free of artificial sweeteners, they come in at around 92% less sugar that traditional candies but you won't notice a difference in the flavor. The cola gummies are definitely a favorite.
The perfect size to fit into any lunch box, SkinnyDipped snack packs will be your go-to treat! Available in a variety of flavors such as Cocoa Almond, Lemon Bliss, Peanut Butter Almond, Super Dark + Sea Salt, and more, all of SkinnyDipped's coated nuts are all made with way less sugar and real, non-GMO ingredients (including no artificial colors/flavors and no sugar alternatives). They are also made with ethically sourced chocolate and are gluten-free and Kosher.
These crunchy little snacks come in bar and bite-sized and are the perfect alternative to those mounds of cheese crackers full of ingredients you can't pronounce. Because these babies are very straightforward: they are literally just baked cheese! Super low carb and high protein, all you KETO moms might just be snagging these for yourself.
Our tots adore Zbars (and we do, too), which is why we think you should order some up for school lunches. They aren't full of a ton of junk and they are the perfect mini size for mini appetites.
These popular vegan snacks are made in a nut-free facility, with no GMOs or high frutcose corn syrup and come in yummy flavors like Apple Cinnamon, Strawberry, Blueberry and Raspberry.
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Get out of the house this winter and discover three amazing winter getaway destinations
Staycations are great, but being away is sometimes just what we need. Kids dig hotel stays for the chance to sprint down long hallways and jump like monkeys on the bed. Parents love vacation for the squad-bonding opportunity, replacing the same ole for a new scene and having someone else make the bed for a change. Find great winter destinations that allow for time in the great outdoors and lots of memory-making.
Buckle the kids in for a drive 145 miles north of Chicago to the city best known as home to the Kohler company, recognized for its high-quality faucets and bathroom products. But you don’t need to come for the potty talk, folks. Sit back and enjoy all this town has to offer.
For a romantic couples getaway or girlfriends' retreat to the spa, the five-star The American Club and the contemporary The Carriage House guest rooms are your go-to spots. The adults-only atmosphere provides a nice break from any school-year chaos and you and your travel mates will be treated to complimentary yoga, indoor cycling, a Himalayan salt stone lamp, Peloton stationary bikes are provided in select suites and a Wellness Concierge helps to maximize your time and experience.
Families will be more comfortable in the private cabins with gorgeous views, or at the Inn on Woodlake, which features boutique-style guest rooms as well as multi-bedroom suites. They even have a limited number of dog-friendly rooms, so the family pet can tag along.
Kids stay happily entertained with oodles of family activities that include zombie dodgeball, TopGolf swing simulator, indoor tennis lessons, ice skating, hiking, snowshoeing, sledding, and fat tire biking. If you're in need of time in the kid-free zone, register for the Saturday evening Kidz Dinner and Movie. Kids will enjoy a night of food, movies, and games, while you dine, explore the onsite spa or just catch some much-needed zzz’s. As a bonus, when receiving services at the spa, you can utilize the childcare for at Kids Core at the Sports Core Health & Racquet Club just minutes away.
Add a little culture to your itinerary and visit the John Michael Kohler Arts Center located just five minutes away. With the Art Center's help, stay outside, by taking The Sheboygan Project Walking Tour, which brings the street art movement to Sheboygan. The urban landscape and available wall space is the canvas for works that reflect the city's people and culture.
Peace. Quiet. Relaxation. You might have forgotten the meaning of the words, but you’ll quickly recall them at the French Lick Resort in this quiet town snuggled aside a sulfur spring in the southern Indiana woodlands.
This sprawling getaway spot is known for KidsFest, an indoor-outdoor area dedicated to little travelers. Activities include bike rentals, bowling, an arcade, arts and crafts projects, cooking classes, horseback riding, and video games. There’s also an indoor pool, footgolf, horse-drawn carriage rides, and several family-friendly restaurants onsite.
If you find yourself with kid-free time and can resist the urge to nap, bathe in the rejuvenating mineral springs, leave your stress at the spa, shop the Promenade or play the odds at the casino.
You can easily spend days without leaving the hotel, but it’s worth exploring the area. Nearby Hoosier National Forest has miles of hiking, biking, and horseback riding trails; Patoka Lake is a pretty place for anglers-in-training to cast a rod; and Morengo Cave is full of gems that you can mine for and take home.
For western-style fun, check out a working cattle ranch and go ziplining, ATV-riding, see a drive-thru lights show, and experience a Drive-Thru Safari Park to see more than 40 species of animals at Wilstem Ranch. Even if the weather isn’t cooperating, you can put on your swimsuit and dive into 40,000 square feet of slides, drops, lazy rivers, and wave pools at Big Splash Adventure Indoor Water Park.
This getaway spot has a history that is 130 years rich and is situated in tranquil woods 90 miles northwest of Chicago in Delavan, Wisconsin. Evidence of the land’s Native American beginnings can be seen in the property’s 40 remaining effigy mounds, the largest collection in southern Wisconsin. It was also once the longtime headquarters of the largest traveling circus of its day, Mabie Brothers US Olympic Circus.
A great time to plan a Lake Lawn Resort adventure is in the winter for all of their winter fun activities. Take the kids sledding down the Rudy Lange Sledding Hill or go explore a historic site or museum and learn something new.
No matter when you make your way north, there are plenty of activities to keep this vacation from heading south. With four restaurants (ranging from fine dining to classic bar and grill), an arcade to display your Dance Dance Revolution prowess, and a spa to massage any twerking injuries, you never need to leave. Go for a swim in the heated indoor pool, make a craft in the Kids Zone, or go cross-country skiing, ice skating, or snowshoeing.
You could easily hole the family up in the resort and never leave, but The Dancing Horses Theatre located nearby is worth venturing away from the cozy fire. Trainers treat guests to a parade of equestrian showmanship, followed by the mischievous antics of an exotic bird show that will leave the kids in a fit of giggles.
Nearby Lake Geneva hosts the U.S. National Snow Sculpting Competition during the village’s annual Winterfest, Feb. 1-5. Festival-goers are treated to the intrigue of snow sculpting as well as music, helicopter rides, laser tag, s'mores, bonfires, and dog sled races.
Let the teachers know you appreciate all their hardwork with these thoughtful, easy teacher gifts you can snag on you next shopping list.
Teachers are pretty much our saving grace, but with the hecticness of the end of the school year (and multiple teachers to thank) it can get tricky to pull off DIY projects or not blow your budget. The secret? Pair up simple, affordable items from the grocery aisles to make extra-special teacher gifts. Just add a homemade card or note from the kids and you are good to go.
A beautiful box of tea is always a lovely gift, but you can one-up the package by adding a box of simple cookies in the English biscuit style: We love green tea and ginger snaps; black tea and lemon thins; chai and snickerdoodles, but there’s really no wrong pairing here!
Don't just give flowers and call it a day—the simple addition of sending them in a reusable tote makes the gift both beautiful and practical, long after the stem fades. Tote here!
A gift card is always a welcome item, but you can up the joy by pairing it with a few donuts. Who doesn't like donuts, right? Try and find a gift card for somewhere special—teachers always spend their own money on school supplies so skip the Target or Amazon cards and go for a local restaurant or coffee house where they can really treat themselves. Or give them a grocery gift card so they can spend the money on special supplies (or wine) for the holidays.
Let your kiddo's teacher know that you want them to really relax and unwind over the winter break by combining two of the world's greatest decompression tools: wine and novels. Most grocery stores have the latest paperback sensation and a bodice-ripper might not be as looked-down on as you'd think. It makes for an adorable gift pairing, that's for sure.
The whole cocoa and marshmallows thing is great, but why not up your game by adding either real, vanilla extract or the actual whole vanilla beans to the gift bag? Drop in a high-quality powdered chocolate to the gift bag, marshmallows and maybe some cinnamon sticks too.
Tip: If you slice open a vanilla bean and place in on a tray in your oven at a lower temp for 30-45 minutes, you'll get a house that smells like cookies without having to bake!
You can’t go wrong with a bottle of fancy bubble water: look for one in a glass jar to make it uber-special and then add a few fresh lemons to the mix. Paired together in a small basket, this simple gesture is cheerful and healthy at the same time.
Give the gift of celebration and recovery! Assuming your teacher partakes in a glass or two on the weekends, a nice bottle of wine or champagne is always a treat. Add box of effervescent relief of a different kind and you can make it a funny-but-practical gift, too. Warning: do not give this gift if you or your giftee do not have a sense of humor.
Whether it’s a box of chocolates or your favorite local artisan bar, give the gift of “treat yo’self” directly to your favorite teacher by pairing chocolate (or another candy) with fun magazines. Choose 3-4 of the latest issues on a couple different subjects: if you know your teacher’s hobbies you can tailor the stack or just go for general coolness (House Beautiful; Conde Naste Travel; National Geographic). Tie the magazine stack together with twine and tuck the chocolate bar inside.
Eating natural honey is said to be good for staving off illness and allergies, and the soothing properties for a teacher’s throat after a day in the classroom can’t be beat. Take this treat from sweet to indulgent by adding a nice round of goat cheese: bonus props if you can find the kind with edible wildflowers pressed in.
For a proper tea time, package a nice lemon curd or jam with traditional crumpets. If your grocery store doesn’t have crumpets, you can opt for nice basket of muffins and scones.
Help teach keep her blood sugar up in the afternoons with a sweet gift in a reusable jar! Also, gummy bears + blue Ball jar = the perfect gift. Any kind of Mason or Ball jar will do, of course. Just fill it up with colorful bulk candy such as gummies, individually wrapped caramels, Jelly Bellys, licorice, etc. You can buy a set of jars and make these gifts for all the teachers in your life.
A nice coarse sea salt is a handy kitchen item: some grocery stores sell them in bulk and include Hawaiian red clay; pink Himalayan salt and more. Choose your favorite and then snag a bottle of olive oil to go with: look for an extra-virgin and stick to a smaller bottle so you don’t break your bank.
For many teachers, coffee goes with everything (especially grading papers and report cards) but even if you didn’t have time to paint a mug in advance you can still pair a pound of coffee with something spectacular. Look in the sugar aisle for a nice raw sugar, cane sugar or turbinado sugar.
The traditional teacher gift of a shiny red apple gets an upgrade when you place a triple-cream brie in the mix. It’s a simple pairing that never goes wrong: we’re pretty sure if your teacher doesn’t like brie there’s someone in his house who does.
This one is only for a teacher you know well enough to know that they drink vodka! You don’t have to go top shelf, just make sure to steer clear of the bottom shelf. Grab some queen stuffed olives for their martini mixer and you may just become the most popular parent on campus.
You can grab this one the night before or even the morning-of gift giving because the fresher the bread the better. Choose a crusty, rich loaf and then pair with a spreadable olive tapenade. You can also look for a rich roasted red pepper version, or opt for artichokes. The point is, give them something delicious to spread on their bread that screams “special occasion” and not mayo.
Fight cold and flu season (which is year round for teachers!) with a big basket of fresh oranges. Add in a box of tissue (go for the kind with lotion infused in a fancy-patterned box) and you’ll not only give them a chuckle, you’ll actually give them something they will use. Like, right away.
There’s self-soothing, and then there is self-soothing. Put the bath salts in a beautiful jar (ahem, Mason jars to the rescue again!) with a label that says what the contents are (bath salts) for soothing weary muscles and then get a package of mini-cupcakes or bite-sized brownies. Tell your teacher to take a bath and eat a brownie, because they deserve it!
If 2020 taught us anything, it was to have a stockpile of healthy snacks for kids ready at home when the hangries strike. Fuel up with these low- or no-sugar store-bought snacks for kids that will boost their brain power and give them the energy they need to play and learn. From brand-new snacks just released in 2021 to healthy snacks we always have in our pantry, read on for the best new store-bought snacks to stock up on now.
Spudsy Sweet Potato Fries
Those misshapen sweet potatoes aren't going to waste! Spudsy take them and upcycles them into a plant-based snack the whole family will love! The brand's Sweet Potato Fries are grain and gluten-free, non-GMO, plant-based and come in three flavors including Hot Fry, Vegan Ranch Fry and Cheese Fry. While you're shopping, be sure to pick up a few of our other faves, cinnamon churro and Bangin' Bar-B-Q sweet potato puffs!
These are not your Corn Nuts of the 90's! Love, Corn products are gluten-free, non-GMO, vegan, kosher and come in so many delicious flavors. New this year, Vegan Cheezy makes the perfect, guilt-free snacks for moms and a great addition to school lunches.
Perfect for toddlers, big kids and even busy moms, Yumi's fruit leathers come in mixed berry, mango and strawberry flavors. Kids will get a full serving of fruit and vegetables with no added sugar in each strip!
Don't just eat, feed your brain! Brainiac's new products include Brain Squeezers, Brain Butters and Smart Tubes & Smoothies that pack a proprietary blend of brain nutrients including Omega‑3s and Choline and are Gluten Free, Non-GMO, Kosher, have no added sugars or artificial flavors and are approved by pediatricians. Did we mention they taste great, too?
Get all the things you love about an Everything bagel in a thin, tasty cracker! RW Garcia's delicious snack is organic, verified non-GMO, gluten free, kosher and is made with corn, seeds, garlic and onion.
Find them at local grocers nationwide.
KIND Bar Minis
KIND Minis pack massive taste into 100 calories or less, with choices like Dark Chocolate Cherry Cashew and Peanut Butter. Kids will love adding them to their lunchbox rotation and you can feel good that they are getting some good nutrition in at snack time.
Yes, you can still have your tasty cheese balls and eat them too! The Good Crisp just turned your guilty pleasure into a healthy snack with no fillers, artificial flavors, gluten or GMO's. On top of that, they've added Wellmune, which helps support your kiddos immune system.
Make packing that sweet snack a breeze with GoGos squeeZ brand new AlmondBlend Pudding! The plant-based pouch offers 5 grams of protein and 30% less sugar as compared to traditional dairy pudding so no guilt required.
The Famous Amos brand is being reimagined for today’s world with three new cookies. While sticking with its bite-sized shape that people know and love, Famous Amos is shaking things up by introducing three new recipes with premium ingredients from around the world including:
Belgian Chocolate Chip: An elevated classic chocolate chip cookie with authentic Belgian chocolate
Philippine Coconut and White Chocolate Chip: A bite-size variety with coconut from the Philippines
Mediterranean Hazelnut and Chocolate Chip: A bite-size variety with hazelnuts from the Mediterranean
These Lemon Blueberry Bars from Hungry Buddha are the perfect combo of zesty lemon with the sweetness of juicy berries all in one delicious, vegan, plant-powered and allergy-friendly snack bar. These gluten free, Non-GMO bars are packed with 10g of protein and only 2g of sugar, and are made without the use of palm oil, sugar alcohols, dairy or soy. Pick these up at your local Sprouts Market for $2.49.
Catalina Crunch
Catalina Crunch, the makers of delicious keto-friendly cereals and cookies, just released a brand new Crunch Mix that features protein, fiber and specially curated natural ingredients in four delectable flavors: Traditional, Cheddar, Creamy Ranch and Spicy Kick. Each variety is made with the same delicious taste and crunch of your favorite party mixes and features a delicious mix of Catalina Crunch cereal, vibrant seasonings, nuts, chickpea pretzels and (depending on the flavor) cheese crisps. We love to keep these in the car for impromptu park days and hiking trips.
Perfect Bar to the rescue! The new snack size is perfect for kiddos and now comes in Peanut Butter and Dark Chocolate Chip Peanut Butter. Made with organic peanut butter and organic honey, 20+ organic superfoods and six grams of whole food protein, these petite bars make the ideal lunch or after-school snack.
Get them in the refrigerated sections of Target, Kroger, Albertsons, Safeway and retailers nationwide for $6.99 for an eight count box.
Undercover Snacks
Healthy ingredients… in disguise! Developed by a mom whose two daughters were diagnosed with celiac disease, all Undercover Snacks are made with carefully sourced all-natural, gluten-free, non-GMO, simple ingredients and Rain Forest Alliance Certified chocolate.
Undercover Snacks are made with crispy quinoa, which is naturally gluten-free, packed with protein, fiber and nutrients, and has an incredible crunchy texture. They are made in a dedicated facility that is free of the top ten food allergens. For lunchboxes, tuck one of their single-serve packs in as a treat!
Looking for healthy, allergy-friendly snacks to pack in your kid's backpack or lunchbox that are free from the top 8 allergens? Look no further! Developed by a mom whose children have severe food allergies, Without a Trace offers a mouthwatering variety of plant-based, gluten-free Chewy Granola Bars, Power Bites and Cookies. They are perfect for tucking in lunchboxes or as a grab-n-go snack for everyone in the family.
A sweet, popcorn-based treat without all the extra added sugar? Yes please! Just a 1/2 cup clocks in at 60 calories and 2 grams of sugar thanks to their all-natural sweeteners. Now you can feel good about treating the kids without any of the guilt.
Make snack time fun and educational! Dick and Jane's educational snacks are all-natural, non-GMO and 100% nut-free. Each pack is made with crackers imprinted with learning opportunities like spelling, abbreviations and more. Varieties currently include States & Capitals, Presidents, English & Spanish, Food & Nutrition, Fun & Fitness and Farmers Market.
KRAVE recently introduced a new Zero Sugar Jerky line that marries grass-fed beef with all the flavor and none of the sugar. Your kids will love the two new flavors: Sonoma Style BBQ and Southwest Hatch Chile. KRAVE Zero Sugar Jerky perfects bold flavor and tender texture for a snack that delivers on taste and nutrition—both 100% grass-fed beef jerky flavors have 12g of protein, 0g of sugar and only 1.5g of fat per serving.
KRAVE Zero Sugar Jerky is available now in select CVS stores nationwide and online at kravejerky.com, with availability in Meijer, Kroger and on Amazon coming soon.
Belgian Boys
Belgian Boys make delicious non-GMO European sweets and you're going to want to stock up on them for your next road trip. Kids will especially love the speculoos cookies that come in the too-cute mustache shape and the Belgian chocolate cookie bars (hide these, you'll want them for yourself). Try their frozen breakfast items like waffles and bite-sized pancakes for on-the-go munching.
Up your protein game this year with these in your backpack. Perfect for a day at the beach or a hiking adventure, these jerky bars are the savory treat your crew needs. Hot Honey is our favorite with its sweet kick. Tender Chicken Bars also come in teriyaki and original flavors.
Plant-based eaters, listen up! Pure Batch has grab-and-go cookie batches that include four types of truffles, a protein brownie and refrigerated-to-eat cookies. You'll love knowing that you are feeding your body with something nutritious while also enjoying a sweet treat.
2Betties creates dairy-free, nutrient-dense mini donuts with no refined sugars. We love them for a hiking treat to motivate the kids to keep going! They are currently offered in six delicious flavors: Chocolate Chunk, Maple Cinnamon, Sweet Almond, Mocha Chip, Vanilla Bean, and Pumpkin Spice. Hide the wrapper and your guests will think you’re an expert donut maker.
Developed by parents, DINO BARS are the healthy, travel-friendly bar that your kids will love eating. They are wrapped in edible paper and available in three fun flavors: strawberry, blueberry, and mango. Parents will love that they are non-GMO, USDA certified organic and free from nuts, gluten, soy, and dairy.
Horizon Organic's Yogurt Pouches and Cultured Dairy Smoothies
Horizon Organic's newest offerings from their Growing Years line include a yummy dairy smoothie and yogurt pouches. The dairy smoothie comes in a small container that's perfect for school lunches or a quick snack. We also love that these new snacks were developed with the help of a pediatrician, so you'll know your kids are getting great nutrition.
Sink your teeth into RIND’s new Skin-In Dried Fruit snacks! The chewy, tasty snacks have no added sugar and 4-6g of fiber per serving. Because the skin is still on, kiddos will get more vitamins, antioxidants, and fiber than other dried fruit brands. Not only that, they are non-GMO project verified, Kosher certified, allergen-friendly and gluten-free. We love all the flavors that include Tropical Blend, Straw-Peary, Orchard, Tangy Kiwi, Coco-Melon and Coconut Crisps.
Enjoying lentils never tasted so good! Perfect to enjoy by the handful or tossed on a salad, these salty snacks pack plant-based protein, are gluten-free and have vegan options. Choose from Pink Himalayan Salt, Barbeque, Falafel and Cinnamon Sugar.
Quinn is known for making crazy delicious and totally craveable pretzels and microwave popcorn using only 100% REAL, simple ingredients and kicking artificial ingredients and unpronounceables to the curb. We love the maple almond butter filled pretzels for family hikes and the whole grain sea salt pretzel sticks for school lunches.
For on-the-go snacking that you can count on to be free of junk, look to Supernola. These superfood clusters come in Triple Berry Vanilla, Dragon Fruit Lemon Zest, Honey Sweet Goji, Banana Nut Crunch, and Dark Chocolate Nut Crunch. Supernola fits many specialty diets including Paleo, Keto (4 flavors), Vegan (4 flavors), and is naturally dairy, gluten, grain, peanut and refined sugar-free.
Chips made out of cactus? Just say YES to Tia Lupita! These grain-free chips come in flavors like sea salt (our favorite), salsa verde, hot sauce, and chipotle, you'll definitely find one that you love.
The world's first Greek yogurt bar wrapped in chocolate has two new flavors! Delicious enough to pass for dessert, the Coconut and Berry Açaí treats are just 100 calories, contain one gram of sugar and pack eight grams of protein.
The two newest flavors are available exclusively at Whole Foods and you can find the others by visiting cliosnacks.com.
Raisels Pick-Your-Mix
Raisels, the creators of the fun-flavored Golden Raisins, has just launched the perfect way to get the flavors you want sent right to your door. The new Pick-Your-Mix option will allow you to mix-and-match delicious Raisel packs to create a perfect, custom Raisels box. Choose from among 7 options to bring the sweet, sour and slightly-spicy Raisel flavors to you. We love these as an alternative for kids who love sour candies—they won't know they're really eating fruit!
Bobo's Almond Brownie Oat Bars and Bites
Bobo's is back with new whole grain snacks! Get ready to let kiddos sink their teeth into gluten-free whole grain oats, cocoa, chocolate chips and chocolate almond butter in the new almond brownie oat bars and bites. Not only that, choose from brand new strawberry and apple stuff'd oat bites for a fruity snack that keeps you full.
Solely's new Organic Whole Fruit Gummies contain only two or three ingredients, real whole fruit and a little Vitamin C. Every pouch offers 0.7 ounces of fruit, is only 60-70 calories and has no added sugar, preservatives, gelatins, colors, or gums. They're also USDA organic, Kosher, and Non-GMO verified. Choose from Organic Mango and Organic Mango & Orange flavors!
Available exclusively at Whole Foods Market.
LesserEvil Lil' Puffs
We'll just come out and say it: these new snacks from LesserEvil are so delicious you'll want to buy one bag for them, and one bag for you. The brand-new line includes flavors like Veggie Blend, Sweet Potato Apple, Non-Dairy Cheddar and Strawberry Beet. The puffs, which are in fun star-like shapes, use organic coconut oil and offer zero grams of sugar. They're certified USDA organic, vegan, non-GMO project verified, grain-free and gluten-free. The tasty snacks are best for toddlers 12 months and older.
We love these refrigerated bars for on-the-go snacking as they come in kid-friendly flavors like Almond Butter, Dark Chocolate Chip Almond Butter and Honey Almond Butter. Pop them in your purse for a protein-rich, plant-based snack that you can feel good about serving. With 10g of protein per bar, you can definitely keep the hangries away.
We love this delicious line of tender chicken snacks made from real, wholesome ingredients like antibiotic-free chicken and various spices and we think you will too. They’re available in three flavors: Original, Teriyaki, and Hot Honey and they're the perfect option for hikes or to keep in your purse for when the hangries hit. High in protein, they can definitely get you through a playdate at the park that ran through lunchtime.
Give their lunches a colorful boost with Butterfly's brand-new nut butter that comes in two unique colors and flavors: Blue Dream and Pink Panther. Each is a unique mix of walnut, cashews, macadamia and MCT oil. The color comes from pitaya (dragon fruit) and blue spirulina. Both new flavors are organic, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free and sugar-free.
If your babe is a puff fanatic turn to the brand-new grain-free puffs from Serenity Kids. With zero grams of sugar and no fillers like rice and grains, Serenity Kids leads with cassava root and real veggies. Choose from flavors like Carrot & Beet with Olive Oil, Broccoli & Spinach with Bone Broth, Tomato & Mushroom with Bone Broth and Sweet Pepper & Basil with Olive Oil. The entire line is non-GMO and USDA Organic certified.
This uber-fresh plant-based food company gets a 10,000/1000 rating from our editors, which basically means these protein bars are beyond tasty! Handcraft and plant-based, Urban Remedy's bars are low in sugar, high in protein and rich in healthy fats. Currently, they are available in Cacao, Matcha and Superfood Chaga flavors.
Ditch your traditional sandwich cookies that are loaded with sugar for these low-carb treats that taste delicious! Packed with 4g plant protein, 2g sugar and only 5g net carbs. 100% plant-based, nothing artificial, great macros and now available in four flavors: Chocolate Vanilla, Chocolate Mint, Vanilla Crème and Peanut Butter.
These delicious mochi ice cream bites are available in individually-wrapped packaging and are gluten free and non-GMO. Made with all-natural ingredients, they are a tasty, no-mess, perfectly portioned treat everyone will enjoy. The new single serve mochi are available in varieties including Vegan Chocolate, Vegan Strawberry, and (non-vegan) Green Tea, Triple Chocolate, Cookie Dough Bites and more at the self-serve freezers in Whole Foods and other grocery stores nationwide!
CLIF Kid Zbars: Cinnamon Roll
Our tots adore Zbars (and we do, too), which is why we're eager to let you know about CLIF Kid's brand new flavor: cinnamon roll. It's packed with whole grain oats and swirls of cinnamon, and it tastes just like your fave doughy cinnamon rolls (but without the gooey, sticky mess).
Our kids can't get enough of Nature's Bakery fig bars, which means this brand has set the bar high for kids (and adult) snacks. Good news: Nature Bakery's brand-new soft-baked bars are just as delicious as their beloved fig bars. The new snack comes in two flavors: Chocolate Oat and Banana Chocolate Chip. Both flavors feature organic whole grains, fruits and veggies with 9 grams of whole grains, fruits, veggies and chocolate chips. They're free of high fructose corn syrup and are nut-, dairy- and soy-free. Our toddler loved the bar and we thought that it was soft enough to give to our 11 month old who devoured it as well.
Launched in early 2020, Mavericks Snacks is new to the snacking game. But that doesn't mean they're going unnoticed. Mavericks Snacks was recently voted "Best New Healthy School Snack" and are winning kids (and parents) over with their delicious Cookiez and Crackerz. Their Cookiez have 40% less sugar than the leading kids cookie and their Crackerz boast 8 grams of whole grains. All snacks are non-GMO and peanut-free.
This keto-friendly snack brand strives to make OG-tasting products in a healthier way. Each product is gluten-free, grain-free, made with clean ingredients and has no added sugar. Shop seven delicious products for 2021 that include Caramel Clusters, Salted Caramel Mini Cookies and Vanilla Shortbread Mini Cookies.
A great on-the-go snack, GOOD GOOD's Krunchy Keto Bars taste like a dessert. Packed with nutrients, each bar is loaded with eight to 13 grams of protein, 6 grams of fiber and has no added sugar. Choose from Raspberry Cheesecake and Caramel Friendly flavors in this snack that is great for parents and kiddos!
We all know how hard it is to get kids to eat healthy—the constant battle over sugar and veggies never ends. That's why ICONIC® Kids was created. It's a delicious kid’s drink with 0g of added sugar, a full serving of daily organic vegetables, Vitamin D3, and a taste that will trick kids into thinking it’s dessert. Try the sample pack and you'll get two of each of these flavors: Fruity Fiesta (tastes like the milk leftover from a bowl of Fruit Loops), Chocolate Carnival (as decadent as a sliver of rich dark chocolate cake) and Vanilla Vacay (tastes JUST like a vanilla milkshake).
Gluten-free and plant based, Without a Trace's Power Bites are tasty as can be. The allergen-friendly bites are made with real ingredients and are free from chemicals, fillers, are non-GMO and the Big 8, plus sesame. Enjoy these fork-free morsels in Red Raspberry and Cinna-Monster.
Snacking Avocado is a uniquely light and crispy clean-ingredient snack made with slices of real Hass avocados that are freeze-dried and simply seasoned with sea salt and spices. Available in three savory flavors, including Sea Salt, Sea Salt Lime and Roasted Chipotle, the nutritious new line is vegan, keto, gluten-free, Non-GMO, high-fiber and sugar free.
Addicted to Thin Mints but looking for a better-for-you option? Check this out! Kate's Real Food just launched their newest all-natural energy bar flavor, Dark Chocolate Mint, and you're going to love it. Like all Kate’s Real Food products, the Mint Bar is loaded with tasty USDA-certified organic ingredients, including cool peppermint extract, smooth dark chocolate, natural cacao powder, creamy peanut butter and certified gluten-free oats. It also includes organic, dried bits of cacao beans, adding texture to the bar with chocolate in a pure, unaltered form.
For a breakfast or on-the-go snack you can feel good about, we love The Soulfull Project's new granola. Made with steel-cut oats, brown rice crisps and puffed quinoa, your kids will love the "no junk" flavors of maple pecan, toasted coconut and dark chocolate cherry. You'll feel good knowing that for every serving of a Soulfull Project item that is purchased, one is donated to a food bank in that same region.
Bubba's Fine Foods Sweet & Savory Nut Mixes
These brand-new nut mixes from Bubba’s Fine foods come in six different flavors, three savory, and three sweet. Each one is filled with real food ingredients, and pack a whopping seven grams of protein. The 1.2oz serving size makes this an easy snack for busy parents and kids alike. And, if you’re trying to eat a more keto-focused diet, these nut mixes also only have three grams of net carbs per serving, too!
Clio has launched a new less-sugar Greek yogurt bar in two flavors, peach and mixed berry. With only one gram of sugar and eight grams of protein, this is a sweet treat you can feel good about sharing with the kids.
You know and love KIND bars for their low-sugar combo of nuts, dark chocolate, salt and much more. Now, they've just launched their second-edition EQUALITY bar. While the bar itself is the favorite Salted Caramel Dark Chocolate Nut, but the new wrapper is custom designed by a Black female artist, and it represents a world that’s beautifully diverse, inclusive and equitable.
Ditch the sugary sports drink and hydrate with Greater Than instead. With new flavors that include Strawberry Lemonade and Peach Clementine, this electrolyte drink is non-GMO, gluten and dairy free, 100 percent vegan, organic and paleo friendly. It's perfect for busy kids and parents on the go!
As more vaccines meet more arms, many people are taking the first tentative steps back to vacation planning. Possibilities abound for a post-pandemic vacation, even for would-be travelers who don’t feel quite ready to plunge back into close quarters and shared airspace. That’s because hotels, tour companies, and other travel providers are actively crafting bubble travel options for people seeking a vacation experience while limiting contact outside their immediate group.
While no vacation offers an airtight bubble, keeping within a trusted group can reduce both stress and risk. These so-called bubble trips provide another bonus as well: the chance to reconnect with friends and family after extended separations.
Book Your Bubble with Private Tours
Once outside the realm of financial possibility for most travelers, private tours are making their way into the mainstream—at least for now. Prices are still higher than equivalent larger-group tours, but there’s a way to balance out the bump in cost: build your own tour group. Bubble up with a few families, close friends, or couples, or extend your bubble to include multiple generations of family. Match your group to a tour and you’ll get your own itinerary, tour director, transportation, and private trip.
And when you take the private tour path back to travel, you’ll have plenty of choices. Adventures by Disney recently debuted its new-for-2021 Private Adventures. Groups of up to 12 people can book itineraries in Costa Rica, Egypt, Greece, Italy, and Peru—some of the most popular itineraries the company offers—with travel dates starting in April. There’s no age minimum (except for the Peru trip), and you can choose your own travel dates. Best of all, on a private tour, your group gets more dedicated time with the local Private Adventure guide. That means more immersive storytelling, which families say lends a special and authentic connection to the destination.
Adventure tour operator G Adventures recently unveiled its Book Your Bubble Collection, consisting of 80 private tours designed for bubbles that offer the same benefits of a small group trip—including in-depth itinerary, accommodations, and local guides. This collection of private tours has flexible booking conditions and discounted tours for trip organizers. The eighth spot is 50% off, the 12th spot is complimentary, and discounts can be spread across individuals, making the tours even more affordable.
Back in 2018, Globus launched Private Touring, and more recently, its sister brand Cosmos joined in with private tours too. Both brands offer a private option on all their European itineraries. Structured for groups ranging from two to 24 (though clearly, in the time of the bubble, less is more), private tours come complete with private transportation and driver, tour director, professional local guides, and the chance to move at the pace you choose.
Sustainable tour operator Intrepid Travel, best known for its small group trips around the globe, isn’t new to the private tour game either. Its “Tailor-Made” tours have long been popular with families and groups who want to travel together on an entirely private and customizable adventure. But, says Matt Berna, Intrepid Travel’s managing director in North America, in the past year “our Tailor-Made product has become more popular as exploring within your ‘bubble’ is increasingly interesting to groups of travelers.” In fact, Intrepid saw a 41% bump month over month in the last three months of 2020, a trend that looks likely to continue in the new year.
Even if you’re not ready to commit to a private tour, there are still plenty of creative ways to vacation with your bubble. Outdoors-focused accommodations, inns and B&Bs, luxury properties, and vacation rentals are often well-suited to cater safely to bubble groups.
Social Distancing at State and National Parks
National and state parks offer a fresh-air backdrop for families and groups looking for inspiring nature and the built-in safety of social distancing outdoors. Many parks offer private, rustic cabins that not only help to accommodate budget-conscious vacationers, but also offer isolation and social distancing to continue to keep families safe.
With a prime location next to Grand Teton National Forest, Yellowstone National Park, and Bridger Teton National Forest, Togwotee Mountain Lodge has 54 rustic cabins with kitchenettes. In Washington’s Olympic National Park and Forest, Sol Duc Hot Springs Resort has 32 cabins, access to natural hot springs, and plenty of room for safe social distancing. In Shenandoah National Park, Skyland, Big Meadows Lodge, and Lewis Mountain Cabins all offer individual cabin accommodations.
And happily for those who prefer comfort over roughing it, rustic is not the only option. Just outside Yosemite National Park, for example, Rush Creek Lodge’s accommodations include standalone cabins and villas with hundreds of acres of open space to let everyone spread out. Even better, the lodge’s Rush Creek Spa is offering takeovers of its Yosemite-inspired experiential spa. Couples or groups can reserve the spa—with features like a granite waterfall hot tub, cool mist showers Himalayan salt sauna, and warm river rock immersion beds—for private use.
Camping and RV Travel
If affordability and flexibility are at the top of your bubble-trip wish list, camping or RV travel might be the perfect fit. Ashley Rossi, managing editor of Togo RV, notes that “traveling with your travel bubble to a campground is one of the easiest ways to follow social distancing and maximize your time outside—you can avoid indoor dining, bring everything you need with you, socialize comfortably outdoors, and get direct access to hiking trails and other outdoor activities.”
Camping doesn’t have to mean sleeping on the ground, either. “So many campgrounds now offer cabins and other glamping experiences,” Rossi adds, noting that if you’ve never tried RV travel, this might be the year to give it a go. “Traveling by RV gives you your own space and bathroom, and it’s easier than ever to rent an RV with platforms like RVshare and Outdoorsy.”
Local bakeries and cookie shops all over San Diego are serving up fresh-baked, gourmet and custom cookies, much to our delight. Bring these sweet treats home and everyone in your family will get caught with their hand in the cookie jar! Whether you like a good, old-fashioned chocolate chip cookie, something with a twist like molasses apricot, or vegan and gluten-free cookies, save this list for your next cookie craving. It’s dangerous to even mention that some of these shops offer cookie delivery! Read on for the Cookie Monster approved details.
Baking from her heart into yours is the newest cookie shop to sweep you off your feet. These decadent cookies will fill your taste buds with delight and make you reach for another bite! Choose from their signature flavors like choc chip, peanut butter and sugar cookie; or mix it up with some mud pie, raspberry and cinnamon flavors. Look for seasonal flavors during select holidays.
Delivery: Store pick-up or shipping nationally with a 2-day shipping service anywhere in the U.S.
Sweet Tip: They have a gluten-free chocolate chip cookie that will make anyone swoon.
Batch & Box 858-925-7477 12843 El Camino Real, Del Mar Town Center Online: batchandbox.com
Kids will have fun decorating Café Gratitude's Valentine’s Day Chocolate Sugar Cookies this year. And even better-for-you they’re plant-based and gluten-free with natural and organic colorings. The icing colors are made using pink dragon fruit, purple sweet potato, red beets and white sugar. They’re available for pick-up at the restaurant's Little Italy location or for delivery for $25 each (plus shipping).
Sweet Tip: Add an artisanal chocolate box made by Chef Dreux Ellis to your order.
Café Gratitude 1980 Kettner Blvd., Little Italy 619-736-5077 Online: cafegratitude.com
Maya’s Cookies have quickly become a national treasure. Maya now has the number one Black-owned and women-owned vegan cookie company in the country. Since June 2020, when Black Lives Matter supporters began showing her some love, her business took off and she now has her own storefront in Grantville/Mission Valley East. People drive from far and wide to buy her award-winning cookies that she’s been selling at local farmer’s markets since 2015. Go treat yourself to her gourmet vegan (and gluten-free) cookies.
Delivery: Yes, nationwide.
Sweet Tip: Try her Presidential collection from The Biden, The Obama and the Madam Vice President; or the new Zodiac sign cookies based on the stars in the sky.
Yes, they really do make sweets here that everyone can enjoy. Your non-GF friends won’t even know the gluten is missing. Everything here is 100% Gluten Free & Celiac Safe, with many additional options being vegan, dairy free and soy free. When the owner’s son was diagnosed with several food allergies, this former leadership consultant switched gears by learning to make delicious foods that he would eat. Having just opened her doors last year in February 2020, she even made it onto the Netflix show Sugar Rush Christmas.
Delivery: No, store pick up only.
Sweet Tip: Daily flavors are snickerdoodle, caramel toffee date, chocolate chip, peanut butter and M&M.
The Gluten Free Baking Co. 858-270-9863 4594 30th St., North Park Online: thegfbakingco.com
This bakery boasts scratch-made drop cookies made daily using only natural ingredients and the finest culinary technique. After winning the Food Network’s Sweets Showdown, bakery founder Chef Rachel later went back to win again on Chopped. Some of her daily flavors include Two Tone (Dark & Milk Chocolate Chip), Blackstrap Betty (Molasses Apricot), Cinnamon Snick (Cinnamon Sugar), Giddy Up (flourless PB, Walnuts, Oats, Chocolate), vegan Sprinkle Cookie and flourless Walnut Mudslide. With these tantalizing flavors rarely seen in cookies, you should definitely get thee to Blackmarket Bakery as soon as possible.
Delivery: No, store pick up only.
Sweet Tip: Try making one of their recipes using their online video tutorials.
Blackmarket Bakery 619-641-0081 4686 30th St., North Park Online: blackmarketbakery.com
Inspired by Spanish and Peruvian baking traditions, Solana Sumptuous Cookies are hand-crafted gourmet artisan creations. Using only non-GMO, organic and honorably sourced ingredients is the secret to their soft cookies. It may be hard to decide because they make cookies in 18 different ways with combinations of choc chips, pink Himalayan salt, scratch-made Habanero sugar, Spanish custard, churros, oatmeal, peanut butter, toffee and marshmallows just to name a few. If you walk into the shop, you’ll be able to see the bakers mixing and making magic.
Delivery: Yes, nationwide.
Sweet Tip: They have gluten-free options. Pick up your cookie dough to freeze and make later when the mood strikes.
Solana Sumptuous Cookies 858-925-6300 150 South Solana Hills Dr., Solana Beach Online: sumptuouscookies.com
Cravory Cookies has stolen many hearts around town not only for their fresh-baked creations and changing seasonal flavors, but for their eye-catching colors. These are practically the perfect cookie with a soft gooey center and a crisp surface, making for the most memorable bite you’ll ever have. You can often find these gourmet cookies all over town at many local restaurants and coffee shops that have partnered up to sell them.
Delivery: Yes, nationwide.
Sweet Tip: Monthly cookie subscriptions are available!
Cravory Cookies 619-795-9077 3960 W Point Loma Blvd., Point Loma Online: thecravory.com
There’s always something new at Crumbl with their 4 specialty flavors changing weekly, but they’ve always got the classic choc chip and sugar cookie daily. As of this writing, their specialty flavors are Snickerdoodle Cupcake, Pumpkin Choc Chip, Frozen Hot Chocolate (hello chocolate mousse with mini marshmallows and powdered sugar!) and a Biscoff Lava; which if you’ve never had a Biscoff cookie, make this the one you try first!
Delivery: Yes
Sweet Tip: Turn their cookies into ice cream and take home a half pint of Cookies & Cream, Biscoff, Chocolate Cake, Churro and other cookie flavors.
Clearly they’re Very Good at everything they bake here since it’s a 3rd generation run bakery. Recipes and their old-fashioned baking style have been passed down for so long; which is why they’re here to stay. Of course they have the classic cookie flavors (choc chip, peanut butter, oatmeal and others), but they’re famous for their daily smiley face and surfing cookies.
Delivery: No, store pick up only.
Sweet Tip: Their cookies get very creatively decorated based on the season, sports, politics or whatever’s going on in the world, so plan to stop in frequently to find out.
Experience what Oceanside’s freshest bakery of 52 years looks and tastes like. It smells like grandma’s kitchen when she’s making fresh bread, and you’ll be mesmerized by the wonderful colors and creations inside. Daily cookie offerings include their famous smiley face shortbread and cute seasonal ones too.
Delivery: Yes, locally.
Sweet Tip: The bakery is next to the Mission San Luis Rey, so pick up some cookies and take a walk through history next door.
San Luis Rey Bakery 760-433-7242 490 N El Camino Real, Oceanside Online: sanluisreybakery.com/
Linda makes more than just donuts… she’ll bake anything your heart desires and will make it fun too! Case in point: these seasonal kids cookie decorating kits she has available for Valentine’s Day. If you need a cookie fix in between seasons, she’s always got some cookies ready for you.
Delivery: No, store pick up only.
Sweet Tip: She’s very creative and will customize any of her baked goods into whatever your imagination dreams up.
San Diego’s Finest Donuts 619-284-9520 3458 University Ave., North Park Online: @sandiegosfinestdonuts
Cookie magic is what you’ll find at NatSweets with her incredible design talent. She’ll create any kind of custom cookie that you can imagine. Plan ahead for your custom orders or stop by the shop to pick up seasonal or daily creations.
Delivery: Yes, nationwide.
Sweet Tip: She usually has a seasonal cookie decorating box for kids.
NatSweets 619-972-0576 8840 N Magnolia Ave., Santee Online: natsweets.com
We’re lucky to have this Food Network Champion in our backyard at the trendy Sugar & Scribe bakery in La Jolla. Here, baked goods are made from scratch using only the best sourced ingredients. There are several daily options to choose from, and you can also call in a custom order for special occasions too.
Delivery: Yes, nationwide.
Sweet Tip: Check back regularly to see if they have these seasonal paint your own cookies kits.
While 2020 might have been a less-than-ideal year for travel, we’re hoping for the best for 2021 and have loads new properties to share with you. From the highly-anticipated opening of the LEGOLAND® Hotel at LEGOLAND New York Resort to a new Great Wolf Lodge in California to dreamy tropical destinations, this list of new hotels and all-inclusive resorts set to open in 2021 has it all. Get ready to plan your next family vacation!
LEGOLAND® Hotel at LEGOLAND New York Resort | Hudson Valley, New York
LEGOLAND New York Resort
Coming to New York’s Hudson Valley in 2021, the 250-room hotel—the first and only LEGO themed hotel in the northeast—is specially designed for families, with imaginative LEGO features and themed play areas everywhere you look—and all just steps away from the LEGOLAND New York Park! Families can choose from four completely themed rooms (including Pirate, Kingdom, LEGO Friends and LEGO® NINJAGO® themes!) and explore the park’s seven themed lands, over 50 rides, shows and attractions and experience the global debut of theLEGO Factory Adventure Ride(where guests will be transformed into a LEGO Minifigure!). LEGOLAND New York Resort will be the first major theme park to grace the Northeast in over four decades and will be the premier multi-day destination for families.
Located on the Caribbean side of Mexico, Riviera Maya is a slice of paradise just 20 minutes south of Cancún. Discover white sand beaches perfect for relaxing and warm, clear waters just right for snorkeling. Discover the coolest, most animated luxury resort to come to Mexico! Karisma Hotels & Resorts is excited to introduce you to Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Riviera Maya, opening in 2021. Families will have their ultimate beachfront escape, filled with indulgent luxury for adults, like sensational dining and bars—and unforgettable Nickelodeon experiences for kids like one of the largest water parks in Riviera Maya. The resort opens in June 2021 and you can book now. Read more here.
The San Francisco Bay Area has been eagerly awaiting the opening of its very own Great Wolf Lodge in Manteca. Currently scheduled to open in March 2021, kids will especially love the themed suites like the Wolf Den suite that comes with a decked out bunk bed room. Great Wolf Lodge guests have unlimited access to the water slides and pools inside the 84-degree water park. Guests are also invited to enjoy free activities like Story Time and Yoga Tails in the Lobby. There are other fun attractions inside the Adventure Park that are available at an additional cost.
AutoCamp will be adding Joshua Tree, Zion, and the Catskill Mountains to its destination portfolio, with slated openings for Fall 2021 and Spring 2022. Established in California with AutoCamp Yosemite National Park and Russian River locations, as well as its first-ever East Coast debut in Cape Cod this spring, the introduction of three new quintessential properties mark an impressive milestone for the brand. All AutoCamp properties are designed with personal space in mind and offer a naturally safe and socially-distant experience aimed to help guests escape the crowds and bring them closer to nature.
Bringing a Blackberry Farm type experience to the Catskills, The Chatwal Lodge is located at The Chapin Estate, a 2,500-acre gated residential community. Accommodations include 10 suites, with private patios overlooking the 1,000-acre Toronto Reservoir Lake; a 1,000-sq.ft. treehouse that rises 25 feet off the ground; and an 850-sq.ft. glam tent. Activities range from fly fishing in the on-property trout stream and kayaking with a to-go picnic, to private music classes at the Lodge and priority access to exhibitions at Bethel Center of Performing Arts.
Coming in early 2021, The George is a meticulously restored Victorian home turned luxury boutique inn featuring nine guest rooms, situated in downtown Napa’s picturesque old town neighborhood. This property is nestled away but within walking distance to everything downtown has to offer; from exclusive wine tasting rooms, restaurants, Uptown Theater, Napa Valley Opera House, Oxbow Market, and much more.
Paradero Todos Santos | Baja California Sur, Mexico
One hour away from San José del Cabo Airport, Todos Santos has a barefoot, bohemian vibe and is a haven for surfers and outdoor enthusiasts. Paradero Todos Santos is an 80 percent landscape, 20 percent construction project. 35 suites are situated within the Le Mesa farming community and an agricultural area comprising more than a dozen family-owned farms. Details with a sense of place include: on-site 100,000-sq.ft. botanical garden with 60 endemic species; artisan-made furniture from Mexico; suspended ‘star nets’ that offer high-altitude views of the surrounding farmlands, mountains and ocean; below-ground spa that is inspired by a secret watering hole in Todos Santos; an open-fire kitchen with a traditional Oaxacan clay oven.
Cambria Hotel Napa Valley, conveniently located within walking distance of downtown Napa, will open this summer featuring an outdoor pool with a sun deck and poolside bar, fitness center, bicycle rentals, and a full-service restaurant and bar serving locally inspired dishes and regional craft beers.
Where the island meets the city! Opening March 2021, the $300 million Margaritaville Resort Times Square marries island-inspired casual design with luxurious comfort, instantly transporting guests and locals to the iconic Margaritaville state of mind. Located in Times Square at 560 Seventh Avenue, blocks away from the bright lights of the entertainment district and NYC’s most popular attractions, the 234-room, 29-story property will boast five signature food and beverage concepts, including Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville restaurant, a rooftop LandShark Bar & Grill, 5 o’Clock Somewhere Bar, Tiki Bar and an all-new concept, Chill Bar. Additional amenities include year-round outdoor heated pool, upscale retail shopping, concierge, valet parking, laundry/valet service and fitness center.
Set on the iconic Half Moon Street—the setting of Oscar Wilde’s most famous play, The Importance of Being Earnest—the property brings to life a unique design that features thoughtfully curated guestroom and suites that deliver the amenities of a high end hotel without all the frills. Without a traditional restaurant, The Dandy Bar will soon be London’s newest ‘must-go’ cocktail / lounge bar offering a refuge from the bustling streets of Mayfair. The property will also have a unique concierge program, Les Clefs d’Or (“the golden keys”), and an art program curated by leading art specialist Minda Dowling.
The Colton House Hotel brings a brand new hotel category and experience to Austin’s trendy South Congress district. The 80-suite luxury property combines residential comforts with upscale boutique hotel amenities and staff, inviting guests to “wander home” in a modern, yet authentic Texas setting. Drawing inspiration from its distinctive surroundings, the hotel showcases the captivating spirit of the Lone Star State and pays due respect to Texas’s rich history with thoughtful features throughout.
Located at the intersection of Sunset Boulevard and Olive Drive in the heart of the iconic Sunset Strip, Pendry West Hollywood will feature 149 luxury guest rooms and 40 Pendry Residences by Montage Hotels & Resorts. With interiors done by award-winning international interior designer Martin Brudnizki, guests and residence owners will have exclusive access to hotel amenities, including multiple food and beverage concepts driven by world-renowned Chef Wolfgang Puck, a rooftop pool and bar, a multi-purpose live entertainment venue, a screening room, bowling alley, Spa Pendry and state-of-the-art fitness center, as well as a curated art collection.
Located in the heart of Old San Juan, the first new hotel in decades is set to open January 2021. Flawlessly combining past and present, Palacio Provincial is a new posh property that offers travelers an ultra-stylish home base for discovering the rich traditions of Old San Juan. The hotel boasts 43 guest rooms and suites with unparalleled views of Old San Juan and San Juan Bay. Hotel guests can soak up the Puerto Rican sunshine with lite bites and hand-crafted cocktails on the property’s rooftop pool and terrace space.
A place where simple pleasures and one-of-a-kind experiences blend effortlessly to become special memories, Hotel Drover will bring 200 rustic-luxe rooms and suites—from cozy guests rooms, oversized soaking tubs, and fireplace suites to modern bunkhouse rooms and vintage-inspired retreats. The signature eatery, 97 West Kitchen & Bar, will feature a menu of contemporary Texas fare, elevated ranch classics and reimagined Southern comfort foods. Additionally, the property will boast two “one-of-a-kind” retail shops—Lucchese Custom Collection, a true bespoke experience offering custom and made-to-fit items and Little White Lies, a beautiful, hand-curated artisan shop with a decidedly feminine yet rustic flare.
Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas | San Diego, CA
Located in one of Southern California’s most iconic coastal towns, Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas will be a crafted luxury resort, delivering authentic and bespoke experiences in a world-class beachfront setting. Defining barefoot luxury, Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas is slated to open in early 2021 and will feature 130 coastal and garden view rooms and suites, using innovative design to showcase the breathtaking coastal views and natural elements of the coastline featuring wood, stone, and sophisticated lines resulting in a stylish yet artisanal understated environment.
Mango House Seychelles, LXR Hotels & Resorts | Mahè, Seychelles
An ultra-private escape in a destination with unrivaled beauty, Mango House Seychelles, LXR Hotels & Resorts will sit on the pristine beachfront in the southern part of Mahè. The highly-exclusive and intimate resort will be a tropical oasis of tranquility and relaxation, surrounded by clear waters and white sand beaches. With only 41 guest rooms, including 9 suites, the luxury resort will also feature five world-class culinary venues, three pool areas, including an infinity pool, and an elevated wellness program with standout treatment rooms overlooking the glittering Indian Ocean.
Situated in the heart of the Anaheim Resort District, The Westin Anaheim Resort is a relaxing haven of wellness and renewal while being steps away from some of Southern California’s biggest and most popular attractions including Disneyland Resort, Angel Stadium of Anaheim, the Honda Center and the Anaheim Convention Center. A landmark hotel occupying eight acres, The Westin Anaheim Resort will boast 618 guest rooms and suites, signature state-of-the-art WestinWORKOUT Fitness Center, outdoor pool, and multiple signature food and beverage outlets including Anaheim’s only exclusive rooftop bar which gives guests incredible panoramic views and first row seats—without the crowds—to Disneyland’s nightly fireworks.
Pendry Chicago sits at the epicenter of business and leisure in Chicago in the heart of The Loop, only steps from the River and in close proximity to The Magnificent Mile and Millennium Park. Pendry Chicago will be both a restoration and reinvigoration of the 1920s-era Carbide & Carbon building, built in the shape of a vintage green Champagne bottle and said to be inspired as a response to Prohibition. Pendry Hotels & Resorts will bring careful attention to detail and thoughtful elevations in design by the award-winning Alessandro Munge and Studio Munge; new food and beverage, programming and guest experiences—a re-imagination that will deliver a luxe, 364-room and suite property.
Under Canvas Lake Powell - Grand Staircase | Big Water, UT
Bailey Made
Opening April 2021, Under Canvas Lake Powell-Grand Staircase offers 50 safari-style canvas accommodation tents on elevated decks with private ensuite bathrooms within, perched on the edge of Canyon Rim Plateau with views from the lake to its namesake, Grand Staircase - Escalante National Monument. The camp will center around a lobby lounge tent where guests can enjoy board games, a book, Western inspired cuisine, retail offerings and generally soak up the community vibe before or after a day of outdoor adventure. The camp sits on 220 acres of beautiful land colored with hues of orange, red, and yellow for as far as the eye can see and is conveniently located near top attractions such as Antelope Canyon and Lone Rock Beach at Lake Powell.
The Cloudveil, an Autograph Collection hotel | Jackson Hole, WY
Set to open spring 2021 as the only hotel on Jackson’s historic Town Square, The Cloudveil, an Autograph Collection hotel will draw upon the town’s signature Western style, while bringing understated luxury and a refined, yet relaxed sensibility to the valley. Located at the gateway to the Grand Teton National Park, one hour south of Yellowstone National Park, and in the center of the town’s boutique shops, restaurants, galleries, and more, The Cloudveil aims to capture a true sense of place and offer a modern sanctuary inspired by the organic elements of its locale. The property will boast 100 guest rooms and suites; a European bistro-style restaurant and bar; an expansive rooftop terrace overlooking Jackson’s Town Square and Snow King Mountain; a tranquil outdoor pool and garden; a state-of-the-art fitness center; and 7,500 square feet of indoor-outdoor meeting and event space featuring fireplaces, fire pits, and spectacular views, all designed with the destination in mind.
Opening May 2021, Under Canvas Acadia offers 63 safari-style canvas accommodation tents on elevated decks with private ensuite bathrooms within, set on 100 acres with more than 1,200 feet of untouched Maine coastline and a short 35-minute drive to the acclaimed Cadillac Mountain Trail and more broadly, Acadia National Park. Under Canvas’s first Northeast location immerses guests in the beauty and lush New England environment of emerald green spruce and fir tree forests, sweeping lawns that reach to Union River Bay, and breathtaking views of Acadia’s famed mountainous landscape including Cadillac Mountain. A waterfront lobby tent will open out to an expansive communal dining and gathering space.
Pendry Manhattan West will feature 164 guestrooms including 30 suites; a signature restaurant; a lounge and vibrant open-air terrace bar; and meeting and event space. A vibrant urban plaza with landscaped gardens and dynamic street-front retail will bring together high-end, experiential shops and innovative culinary concepts, all enlivened with public art and events by Arts Brookfield, Brookfield’s award-winning arts and entertainment program. The 250,000 square feet of retail at Manhattan West will be anchored by Peloton, which is creating “Peloton Studios,” a 35,000-square-foot state-of-the-art flagship location, and Whole Foods, which is creating a 60,000-square-foot culinary destination.
Azure Palm Hot Springs Resort & Day Spa | Desert Hot Springs, CA
Azure Palm Hot Springs Resort & Day Spa Oasis, opening in Jan. 2021, offers a unique desert spa experience where guests can soak in healing mineral springs surrounded by the San Jacinto Mountains. The resort will offer 40 overnight accommodations, ranging from spa suites with private mineral spring tubs to balcony view rooms facing the stunning western mountainscape.
Stanly Ranch, Auberge Resorts Collection | Napa Valley, CA
Stanly Ranch, Auberge Resorts Collection is a new luxury resort where winery estate tradition is perfectly blending with “new Napa” experiences. Scheduled to open in summer 2021, the resort will celebrate the heritage of the Napa Valley with architecture, cuisine and guest experiences inspired by the land. Shaped by its Napa Valley setting, the resort will have an overarching agricultural theme expressed through gardens and orchards, contemporary architecture inspired by the valley’s early farmstead buildings, environmentally minded infrastructure and engaging programs that invite guest participation in the cultivation and celebration of food and wine. TheStanlyRanchWinery will make the most of the Carneros district’s ideal climate and cooling breezes that contribute to the regions acclaimed Pinot Noir and Chardonnay varietals.
Bishop's Lodge, Auberge Resorts Collection | Santa Fe, NM
Situated on 317 secluded acres bordering Santa Fe National Forest,Bishop’sLodge, Auberge Resorts Collection is a soulful retreat steeped in heritage scheduled to open in Spring 2021. This iconic Santa Fe landmark was originally the home of Archbishop Jean Baptiste Lamy and was once the Pulitzer family’s private residence. With distinctive Southwestern heritage, nature-driven adventures and ancient healing arts,Bishop’sLodgewill boast 100 guestrooms and suites with amenities including outdoor gardens and event areas, a Turquesa Healing Arts Studio, awe-inspiring art gallery, fitness center, outdoor swimming pool, on-site trout habitat, horse stables and a unique 12-bedroom bunkhouse for families, multi-generational families and friends getaways.
Nestled among 258 acres of rolling vineyards and oak tree groves, the ultra-luxury retreat Montage Healdsburg will debut December 12, 2020 as Montage’s first Northern California resort. The property will feature world-class amenities including an 11,500-square-foot spa, a zero-edge resort pool, three signature dining options inspired by the region’s culinary heritage and a wealth of experiences in addition to seamless access to Sonoma wine country’s renowned wineries and outdoor pursuits. Stay in one of the 130 bungalow-style guest rooms featuring an outdoor balcony or deck, or stay in The Guest House, the resort’s luxurious three-bedroom suite with outdoor hot tub.
The Industrialist, Autograph Collection | Pittsburgh, PA
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A revival of Pittsburgh’s industrial revolution in a modern-day interpretation for the creative class, The Industrialist Hotel is an 18-story historic landmark centrally located in the heart of the Golden Triangle district in the old Arrott Building. The hotel presents 124 appointed guest rooms including 28 stylish and spacious suites, a restaurant and lounge serving imaginative cocktails and American fare, and private venue spaces for social gatherings. The hotel’s 1902-era architectural details complement reimagined interiors inspired by Pittsburgh’s famous history as a steel capital and are rooted in elements of smoke and molten metal. All guest rooms feature an open floor plan and luxurious suites come with a sofa bed or separate living area.
Hyatt Place Tampa and Hyatt House Tampa | Tampa, FL
The first dual-branded Hyatt Place and Hyatt House in Tampa is slated to open in February 2021. The Hyatt Place and Hyatt House Tampa infuses modern chic designs with Tampa’s rich Latin History. Boasting a combined 345 luxurious guestrooms, Hyatt Place and Hyatt House Tampa is in the heart of downtown and just steps away from world class entertainment and major corporate offices. Enjoy dashing city views from the outdoor swimming pool located on the 5th floor deck or start your day with a workout session on one of the hotel’s Peloton bikes in the fitness center.
Yonder Escalante is a new, outdoor lodging and camping experience set within Utah’s Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument and located adjacent to the scenic Highway 12. Founded by father-son duo, Charles Tate and James Tate, Yonder Escalante aims to bridge the gap between time-honored camping traditions and a contemporary hospitality setting amid the stunning backdrop of the southern Utah desert. The 20-acre property affords travelers an immersive stay in nature and presents rustic yet refined accommodations in 10 Airstream Trailers, 22 Modern Cabins and 67 Pull-In RV Sites. The property design pays homage to the surrounding environment and is comprised of an open-air Clubhouse and Bathhouse, General Store, Resort-Style Pool and Hot Tub, Bonfire Pits, “Drive-In” Movie Theater, and 2,000 square feet of indoor-outdoor venue space.
Located in North Sound of Virgin Gorda in the British Virgin Islands, Saba Rock is an iconic island paradise offering a laid-back, Caribbean-casual atmosphere. Made famous by diving pioneer Herbert “Bert” Kilbride, in the 1960’s, the bare-foot casual cay is an ideal spot for boaters, sailors and watersport enthusiasts in search of a private island escape. Alongside the crystal waters of the British Virgin Islands, guests can enjoy a variety of aquatic offerings including snorkeling, diving, kitesurfing, boating and more. The resort boasts nine rooms and suites, restaurant, lounge and bar, dive and retail shop. Saba Rock is set to open Early 2021 following a complete reconstruction after the devastation by Hurricane Irma in 2017.
Inspired by Mexican design and architecture, this luxury all-inclusive resort straddles the beach and lush jungle in its own self-contained oasis. Home to 498 rooms with beautiful views of the tropical gardens and picturesque beaches, each detail is thoughtfully considered to complement the natural beauty and topography of the land. Guests can enjoy exclusive access to a private marina, where they can sail the Caribbean Sea whilst soaking up unforgettable views. The resort also boasts 3 pools, with a water park for aquatic activities for all ages and 10 dining concepts.
The iconic Fairmont Century Plaza will emerge as a fully reimagined landmark for the city of Los Angeles (after nearly 5 years of being closed). Formerly known as Century Plaza Hotel, the Fairmont Century Plaza will feature 400 luxury guest rooms, 63 private residences, and nearly 24,000 square feet of private event space.
Fairmont Spa Century Plaza will be a 14,000 square-foot showpiece, with state-of-the-art facilities, nine treatment rooms, experiential showers, sanarium, Himalayan salt room, aromatherapy steam room, and hammam. The spa will be home to world-renowned treatment concepts, Los Angeles-exclusive beauty and wellness partnerships, and innovative guest experiences.
Situated in a luxury mixed-use development, The Arts Residences, on the banks of the San Antonio River, Thompson San Antonio is expected to redefine the city’s skyline and bring modern sophistication to the Texas Hill Country when it opens on the celebrated River Walk. City and Hill Country views will be a hallmark of the new hotel’s 162 guestrooms, including 33 suites including a penthouse suite designed for entertaining. Thompson San Antonio’s captivating public spaces will include a signature restaurant helmed by one of San Antonio’s most celebrated chef’s, a soaring rooftop bar inspired by the Greek goddess of the moon, an expansive pool deck with a bar and cabanas, a full-service spa, and 10,000 square feet of meeting and event space.
Sunset Beach Resort, Spa & Waterpark andOasis at Sunset are set to reopen this winter. Sunset Beach Resort, Waterpark & Spa offers sun-soaked fun for everyone. This family-friendly, all-inclusive beachfront resort is located just four miles from Sangster International Airport (MBJ) in Montego Bay. Boasting two towers, each with 149 spacious guest rooms, the resort features a waterpark, spa, six restaurants and four bars. Oasis at Sunset is a more intimate resort that offers a chic and sophisticated all-inclusive getaway with access to the fun offered at neighboring Sunset Beach Resort, Spa & Waterpark. Guests of Oasis at Sunset will enjoy round-trip airport transfers, a dedicated concierge and three exclusive restaurants and bars.
Opening early 2021, Hotel Citrine, Tribute Portfolio, is part of a Marriott branded complex of new hotels coming to Palo Alto, California. This clean, playful lifestyle hotel features 150 guest rooms and suites designed by award-winning Southern California interior design firm, Beleco and shares a tree lined driveway and services with a new AC Hotel by Marriott. Conscious leisure and business travelers will enjoy Wild Onion Bistro & Bar, electric bicycles, a pristine pool and access to the AC Lounge & Kitchen.
Delta Hotels Virginia Beach Bayfront Suites | Virginia Beach, VA
DeltaHotels Virginia Beach Bayfront Suites, opening in January 2021, will be the only beachfront hotel on the Chesapeake Bay with its own private beach. The hotel will feature 295 spacious one- and two-bedroom suites, simple and sleek design, and amenities such as an outdoor pool and lounge, kayak and bike rentals, and a 24-7 ultra-modern fitness center. The hotel’s signature restaurant, Tin Cup Kitchen + Oyster Bar, will offer a robust oyster program, coastal cuisine, and expansive outdoor patio with views of the Bay.
Humaniti Hotel Montreal, Autograph Collection | Montreal, Quebec
The brand new Humaniti Hotel Montréal will be Quebec's first Marriott Autograph Collection Hotel. Ideally located in downtown Montréal, the property and boasts audacious architecture and unique interior spaces. The hotel will feature h3 Restaurant, Terrace and Lounge where guests and locals alike can enjoy evolved local cuisine, a unique wine program andavant-garde mixology.
The Pearle Hotel & Spa, Autograph Collection | Burlington, Ontario
The elegant Pearle Hotel and Spa, overlooks the Burlington waterfront and features five elegant event spaces with Lake Ontario as the backdrop, a spa with a traditional Hammam sauna, and signature waterfront restaurant, Isabelle, which prides itself on genuine and thoughtful experiences created through extraordinary cuisine and an inspired setting.
Say hello to Toronto’s newest and most sought-after hotel, an urban oasis of culture and style. The property will boast, a dazzling hotel rooftop bar and restaurant, FIT® gym, and ground-floor coffeehouse and restaurant. The 9-story, 255-room property is centrally located near iconic galleries, sophisticated shopping, world-class dining and electric nightlife.
The new Hilton Aventura Miami will expand luxury lifestyle within the Aventura area, opening its doors January 20, 2021. With 208 guest rooms, multiple dining concepts including MuseBar and Gala, both with elevated views of Aventura, Hilton Aventura Miami is slated to be a standout destination for leisure and business travelers alike. Other highlights include an eighth floor yoga studio, elevated pool deck, and Executive Lounge with premium perks such as breakfast options, coffee, and assorted snacks and beverages.
Far removed from big city lights, Canyon Madness Ranch announces the launch of a luxury ranch set on 14,000 acres of outdoor adventure paradise amongst the geographic majesty of northeastern New Mexico. Opening to guests for the first time in April 2021, the ranch provides thrilling equestrian pursuits and an incredible range of wilderness activities, from archery to hiking to river kayaking and more.
An intimate property welcoming just sixteen guests, Canyon Madness Ranch’s extensive land holdings encompass Enciero Canyon, a box-canyon with seas of red clay interrupted by giant twenty-foot deep crevices. Views look out to the awe-inspiring red sandstone cliffs of the Canadian River Canyon. Mixing the high excitement of adventurous outdoor recreations with the comfort of luxury accommodations and stunning, uninterrupted, and pristine natural beauty, Canyon Madness Ranch is truly a playground for all.
AC Hotel Orlando Downtown is slated to open its doors on January 12, 2021 as the area’s first lifestyle hotel. More than just Disney-adjacent, Orlando has trendy bars and cheerful eateries, and AC Orlando is in the center of it all in the new SunTrust Plaza building. The hotel expertly combines the next-gen style of AC Hotels with the under-the-radar rhythm of downtown Orlando. The rooms feature sleek furnishings, open floor plans and a neutral color palette for an inviting respite from city life. SkyBar, the property’s elevated bar experience, offers a lively cocktail program and light bites that are sure to satisfy while guests enjoy unrivaled panoramic views of downtown Orlando.
The only hotel situated on the iconic Beale Street, Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis will be a stone’s throw away from the culture and nightlife that fills one of the most famous streets in America. Opening March 2021, the 227-room full-service hotel will boast unparalleled views of the city and Mississippi River with upscale features including an expansive pool deck, private cabanas, a modern lobby lounge serving curated cocktails, and Beck & Call, a roof top whiskey bar that will impress even the most discerning whiskey lover.
Renowned international hospitality group sbe will be expanding its SLS hotel portfolio with the debut of a new hotel in an entirely new global destination for the brand—Cancun, Mexico. SLS Cancun will debut in early 2021 and will feature 45 rooms with breathtaking views of the Caribbean Sea, elegant Italian-designed interiors by Piero Lissoni, premiere beachfront access and imaginative Argentinian fusion cuisine by Chef Jose Icardi.
The private island of Sainte Anne in the Republic of Seychelles will see their very first resort in February 2021.Nestled along the preserved Marine National Park, Club Med Seychelles will be the newest Exclusive Collection (5-star) resort from Club Med, the pioneer of the all-inclusive concept, with luxurious accommodations matched with high-touch, personalized service as guests explore the virtually untouched destination through glass-bottomed kayak rides, snorkeling experiences, and locally-inspired cuisine. The eco-certified resort will also feature a wide range of wellness treatments using products inspired by the native flora and will also offer nature conservation experiences, like marine conservation and turtle nesting.
Nestled in northern Italy’s Piedmont region, home to some of the world’s finest wines and white truffles, Casa di Langa is a sustainable luxury retreat that sits next to the vineyard landscapes of Le Langhe, a UNESCO World Heritage site. The 39-room hotel combines traditional Piedmontese design, reflected in the soft, muted colors of the surrounding natural environment, with sustainable practices such as a commitment to carbon neutrality and the use of 100% recycled water for irrigation. Guests can enjoy farm-to-table cuisine with a modern twist at the signature Fàula Ristorante, and take advantage of a wide range of immersive experiences including cooking classes, workshops at the on-property wine academy, truffle hunting, and art tours.
Set in the buzzy Leicester Square, The Londoner has been dubbed the world’s first “super boutique hotel.” Offering a multifaceted experience and six subterranean levels, the hotel extends 350 guestrooms, including 35 suites and a tower penthouse with cityscape views, all complete with curated fine artworks.Other highlights include six restaurants and lounges, rooftop bar with a fire pit, underground spa and swimming pool and a two-screen cinema. The hotel is set to be one of the greenest hotels in the United Kingdom and will be employing pioneering methods of sustainable luxury.
Located along lower Manhattan’s famed Wall Street and housed in the historic Tontine Building that originated as a coffee house in 1874, The Wall Street Hotel is a sleek retreat with 180 spacious rooms and suites. Following a day of sightseeing, guests can enjoy international cuisine in the JF Restaurant, led by Michelin-starred Chef John Fraser, or relax in the all-day lounge and bar. The hotel will also fuel guest exploration of The Big Apple by offering complimentary use of Electric Scooters and Vélosophy Original Comfort Bikes, in addition to an array of in-room spa treatments from Zeel Spa for post-adventure relaxation.
Inspired by the contemporary Balinese village where the property is located, the resort will be surrounded by a natural Balinese garden and situated in the heart of Sanur, known for its local charm and great beaches.
On Merced’s Main Street in a building with ties to the town’s first railroad depot, guests will enjoy this hotel’s proximity to some of the San Joaquin Valley’s best nature offerings, including the Merced National Wildlife Refuge, Yosemite National Park and more.
This 162-room boutique hotel will be situated steps away from the Empire State Building, Bryant Park, Grand Central Terminal and the famed marble entrance of the New York Public Library. Inside, guests will enjoy playful details and sophisticated furnishings that capture the spirit of NYC, and a rooftop bar and lounge with breathtaking views of the New York skyline.
Mission Pacific Hotel, a Joie de Vivre Hotel | Oceanside, CA
Guests at this 161-room boutique hotel will be encouraged to slow down and immerse themselves in local food, culture and activities, including surf lessons and yoga offered by the property. The Mission Pacific Hotel will be situated adjacent to The Seabird Resort, a new Destination Hotel, collectively spanning 700 feet of uninterrupted beach access.
The Seabird Resort, a Destination Hotel | Oceanside, CA
The Seabird Resort will feature 226 guest rooms and suites, a full-service spa & fitness center and a 9,000-square-foot ocean-facing pool deck. The property’s oceanview lobby living room bar and lounge will be perfect for taking in sunsets over the Pacific Ocean. The Seabird Resort will be located directly adjacent to the new Mission Pacific Hotel, a Joie de Vivre Hotel.
The Shay’s 148 contemporary guestrooms will feature creative, loft-like design to fulfill the needs of today’s work-from-anywhere travelers, keeping guests connected to their surroundings.
A spa day in LA can mean many things. It could be sneaking away for a few hours of pampering sans kids, but it could also be treating the little ones to their own rock star worthy beauty bash or even taking the whole gang along for a family day of lounging in gold, ice or Himalayan salt rooms. Kick the year off with some plush pampering at one of our favorite whole family or just-for-kid spas in town.
Super Heroes and Princesses Get Glam at The Beverly Wilshire
Rock stars, princesses and super heroes get the star treatment at the spa of this very chic hotel via massages, manis, pedis, super hero spray and candy-flavored lip gloss. Other treatments were inspired by the bookLarry Gets Lost in Los Angeles, such as the “Larry Gets Pampered in the Spa” package, which translates to a vitamin C hand and foot exfoliation plus hand and foot massage. Most kid services include a toy to take home!
Throw a Beauty Bash at Snip-Its
The whimsically decorated Snip-Its is one of the local go-to places for kids’ haircuts, but they also offer spa services. Book a Mommy & Me Package for side-by-side pampering or a Signature Spa Party for just the tiny folks. For some reason, many youngsters think all spa visits involve cucumber slices on people’s eyes and here you get them, along with a mani and pedi with polish and nail decals and a facial featuring that special beautifying veggie.
Plaza El Segundo
730 S Allied Way
El Segundo 310-322-7647
Online: snipits.com
Little Ones Bliss out via GreenBliss EcoSpa
Let the magic, mobile and all-organic fairy of spa parties come to you and turn your little miss and her minions into a “Blissy Missy” courtesy of a mini-facial, mani, aromatherapy massage, sparkly hair bling and other age-appropriate pampering (5 & up). This could be a special treat for a sleepover night or for a beautylicious birthday fete. You can add on extras like Mendhi art henna tattoos, glitter tattoos or taro card readings. The spa party also includes robes, gift bags, a serene ambiance with candles and rose petals, all at the location of your choice, from backyard to club house to hotel suite.
It’s a Family Affair at Wi Spa
Escape to the spa and bring the kids? Not having to pay for a sitter? Brilliant and possible 24 hours a day, seven days a week at this lovely Korean Spa, which features a Jimjilbang. This term refers to the heart of Korean spas, where the whole family can lounge together and enjoy mineral saunas. A favorite is the soothing and beautiful Salt Sauna with its orange-y-pink glow. Another bonus: Admission for kids ages 3-12 is just $10. Get all the details on a family day here at our insiders guide to Wi Spa-ing with kids.
Co-Ed with the Kids at Spa Palace The Elvan Room sounds like fairies and elves congregate here, but in this case it refers to one of the many cool rooms at this family-friendly day spa. Like many Korean spas, this one is totally democratic and co-ed, which means you can bring the whole brood to enjoy saunas and the ice room. Open 24 hours, every day of the week, their jimjilbang or family-style common area boasts an immunity-boosting Gold Room, a Himalayan Salt Room, the healing Elvan Stone Room and other themed or sauna spaces. There’s also a kids’ play room!
620 S. Union Ave.
Downtown
213-637-0000
Online: spapalacela.com
Pretty in Pink at Le Chic Spa
Unless you have oodles of time, massages and facials are a rare treat—for Mom and her little beauties, too. At this pink palace, dainty divas can celebrate a special occasion with their besties involving glitter polish, a chocolate soufflé facial, luxe robes and karaoke, depending on the type of party you book. Options include “Rock Star Chic,” “Day Spa Diva” and “Pinkalicious.” Little dudes’s options are a bit more limited: tattoos, face paint and fauxhawks; but that seems to suffice.
Road Trip: Mineral Springs for the Fam at Desert Hot Springs
Many spa hotels have a 16-and-up age policy, but this low-key getaway for Angelenos looking to soak in some hot mineral waters works for the whole family, from babies and toddlers to tweens. Some of the shallow Champagne pools are just lukewarm, perfect for little critters, while others are steaming hot and ideal for achy adult muscles. There’s a full bar and cocktails are allowed at the pool. Keep in mind: This place is super casual and far from a luxury spa retreat, but we love being able to bring the brood. Worth the drive!
Desert Hot Springs Spa Hotel
10805 Palm Dr.
Desert Hot Springs
760-329-6000
Online: dhsspa.com
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