The United States is a large country spanning diverse geography, cultures and climates. Luxury vacations offer the best of the best from a variety of activities and services available to top-end facilities that go above and beyond standard offerings. Many luxury resorts offer multiple golf courses, spas, pools and even movie theaters. For parents, luxury vacation resorts cater to both families and relaxation by offering babysitting services and supervised children's programs.
At the foot of Cheyenne Mountain, the Broadmoor in Colorado Springs is an historic luxury resort. Winner of both the AAA Five Diamond award and the Five Star Award from Forbes Travel Guide for 50 consecutive years, the Broadmoor continually expands its services, amenities and facilities. Recently, the resort upgraded to energy efficient lighting throughout the 3,000-acre property. With children's programs and babysitting services available, guests can choose from a variety of activities for the family as well as facilities designed for relaxation. The property features a movie theater, spa, fitness center, two outdoor pools, three hot tubs, one lap pool, 54 holes for golfing, six tennis courts and 24 specialty shops. Pets are welcome and amenities include 24 hour room service, nightly turn down service, a flat screen television, and wireless Internet. Many guest rooms have views of Cheyenne Mountain and the resort's Cheyenne Lake. (see ref 1)
The Broadmoor
1 Lake Avenue
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
719-577-5775
broadmoor.com
The Enchantment Resort is built amongst the red rock formations of Boynton Canyon in Sedona, Ariz. Spanning 70 acres, the resort blends activities influenced by Native American culture with a setting designed to immerse guests in Sedona's warm, dry climate. Physical activities offered include hikes, tennis, swimming, golfing on a par-three golf course and putting green, mountain bike rentals, yoga and dance. Guests curious to learn more about Native American culture are can participate in a Medicine Walk, Talking Circle or Walk to the Ruins. As home to an award winning restaurant, the resort also offers culinary programs such as cooking demonstrations, and wine and tea tasting. Every guest room has an earthy interior, an outdoor deck, mini-bar, coffee maker, Internet and in-room movies. For dinner, guests can eat on the outdoor terrace, poolside or order in with the 24-hour room service. (see ref 2)
Enchantment Resort
525 Boynton Canyon Road
Sedona, AZ 86336
928-282-2900
enchantmentresort.com
In West Virginia, the Greenbrier is an award-winning luxury resort and historic landmark founded in 1778. Since 1976, the Greenbrier has won the AAA Five Diamond Award for excellence. Situated on 6,500 acres in the Allegheny Mountains, the resort offers world class facilities and over 50 recreational activities including children's programs. Facilities include a 40,000 square foot spa, three championship golf courses, game room, indoor and outdoor tennis courts, horseback riding, bikes, outdoor pool and hot tub, and a tavern casino. The spacious rooms have a view of the estates' landscaped grounds and are furnished with a Jacuzzi as well as a refrigerator, Internet and a microwave. Larger rooms offer a private porch or patio, an in-room wet bar, in-room entertainment or dining area and a wood-burning fireplace. Guests have their choice of ten different venues on the resort for dining or they can opt for room service. (see ref 3)
The Greenbrier
300 West Main Street
White Sulphur Springs, WV 24986
304-536-1110
greenbrier.com
