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Newport Beach

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Experience a luxurious oasis nestled on the coast of Newport Beach. From the moment of arrival at The Resort at Pelican Hill, you’ll experience a place like no

other. The relaxed comfort of Pelican Hill takes inspiration from the grand villas of the Italian countryside. Like the Mediterra-nean, the sun-drenched climate of Southern California allows the indoor spaces to open up to the outdoors, drawing in the panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean. Sprawled out along three and a half miles of beautiful coastline, Pelican Hill sits on top of Crystal Cove Beach, one of the last nature preserves remaining in Southern California. In this idyllic setting, guests can enjoy two 18-hole oceanfront golf courses designed by Tom Fazio, take a dip in the iconic 136-feet coliseum-style swimming pool, or enjoy the never-ending views while dining on the terrace.

The resort offers guests two different types of luxury accom-modations, either the cozy bungalows—featuring hand-hewn wood beam ceilings, cozy limestone fireplaces and marble baths—or the Grand Villas with two, three and four-bedroom options. The Villas are located in a private enclave within the resort and feature attentive butlers, concierge service, house-keeping and front desk staff working around the clock to ensure your stay is effortless, with all the comforts of home you would want for an extended stay.

In addition to swimming, surfing and kayaking in the sparkling blue waters of Crystal Cove, visitors can also stroll the sandy beach, explore tide pools and jog or cycle along trails that meander through the canyon. Newport Beach’s famous

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Newport Beach

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Experience a luxurious oasis nestled on the coast of Newport Beach. From the moment of arrival at The Resort at Pelican Hill, you’ll experience a place like no

other. The relaxed comfort of Pelican Hill takes inspiration from the grand villas of the Italian countryside. Like the Mediterra-nean, the sun-drenched climate of Southern California allows the indoor spaces to open up to the outdoors, drawing in the panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean. Sprawled out along three and a half miles of beautiful coastline, Pelican Hill sits on top of Crystal Cove Beach, one of the last nature preserves remaining in Southern California. In this idyllic setting, guests can enjoy two 18-hole oceanfront golf courses designed by Tom Fazio, take a dip in the iconic 136-feet coliseum-style swimming pool, or enjoy the never-ending views while dining on the terrace.

The resort offers guests two different types of luxury accom-modations, either the cozy bungalows—featuring hand-hewn wood beam ceilings, cozy limestone fireplaces and marble baths—or the Grand Villas with two, three and four-bedroom options. The Villas are located in a private enclave within the resort and feature attentive butlers, concierge service, house-keeping and front desk staff working around the clock to ensure your stay is effortless, with all the comforts of home you would want for an extended stay.

In addition to swimming, surfing and kayaking in the sparkling blue waters of Crystal Cove, visitors can also stroll the sandy beach, explore tide pools and jog or cycle along trails that meander through the canyon. Newport Beach’s famous

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Escape in theHeart of Silicon Valley

Palo Alto

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I n the heart of Silicon Valley lies Palo Alto, a town world-renowned for its proximity to famous technology

headquarters, including Apple, Google and Facebook, as well as the home of Stanford University. Palo Alto is also becoming an increasingly popular destination for travelers around the world hoping to catch a glimpse into the tech realm. One of the best kept secrets in the city is the exclusive and luxurious Clement Hotel, situated just a five-minute walk from two of Palo Alto’s most famous shopping centers and directly across the street from the Stanford campus. Whether you are traveling for a business meeting, a weekend getaway, or a visit with a Stanford student, The Clement Hotel is the perfect escape from the buzz of the city.

The Clement Hotel redefines the term “all-inclusive.” Guests enjoy luxurious accommodations, attentive personalized service and an amazing local dining scene. From the moment you step foot into the upscale hotel, all your worries are taken care of, from valet to tips, dining and room service. Catering to your every need, no stone is left unturned at this state-of-the-art facility. The Clement Hotel opened its doors in March 2016 and is one of the most innovative, personalized and unique luxury hotels in the country. With 23 spacious and richly appointed one-bedroom suites, The Clement Hotel sets a new standard for personalized luxury accommodations in a con-temporary, residential-style atmosphere.

Historic District is located just minutes from Pelican Hill Resort, with 46 quaint beach cottages preserved from the 1920s and 30s to explore. Back at the resort, Newport Beach’s only Forbes Five-Star Spa awaits. With luxurious treatments, balanced wellness retreats and a state-of-the art fitness center, this blissful escape has everything you need to relax and unwind during your coastal getaway. The Spa also offers an expansive bridal suite where brides and their bridal party can pamper and prepare for the big day.

Speaking of weddings, Pelican Hill is one of the most sought after wedding venues in all of Southern California. To fall in love is to fall into a different world, one where time stands still, where beauty surrounds you, where anything is possible. The same can be said about hosting a wedding at The Resort at Pelican Hill, where the sweeping ocean views, scenic pathways and authentic Italian architecture will take your breath away. From tying the knot under the iconic rotunda, to unwinding at the Spa before walking down the aisle, to welcom-ing guests with a dinner under the stars, Pelican Hill transforms every moment of your stay to exceed your wedding day dreams.

Whether escaping to a coastal treat for an extend-ed stay or just a weekend getaway, you will never forget time spent at Pelican Hill. Its breathtaking setting, world-class staff and luxurious amenities are second to none.

For more visit pelicanhill.com.

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While unparalleled service is key to any great luxury hotel, The Clement Hotel takes its impeccable service to another level with an all-inclusive concept, including personalized concierge services, breakfast, lunch and dinner in an on-premise location of the guest’s choice. All wine, beer and cocktails are included and guests are free to raid the in-room mini-refrigerator stocked with their favorites via an online survey taken by each

guest prior to their arrival. The Guest Pantry, to which guests also have access at any hour of the day, is stocked with Voss Water, artesian cheese platters, local organic ice cream and native Palo Alto treats.

In fact, The Clement Hotel is more than all-inclusive; it is all-exclusive, catering exclusively to the guest’s personal tastes and desires. The hotel is ideally located just minutes from award-winning restaurants, world-class shopping and upscale spas, including the incomparable La Belle Spa where The Clement staff can book you at just a moment’s notice. The hotel is situated just 45 minutes south of San Francisco and only 30 minutes north of San Jose, not only making it convenient, but easily accessible to the world-famous sights and a myriad of activities in both cities.

The Clement Hotel offers a unique, one-of-a-kind, 6-star experience in the heart of Silicon Valley with unparalleled personal service, all-inclusive luxury and privacy in a warm, inviting and luxurious residential envi-ronment.

To learn more, visit theclementpaloalto.com

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TOMOKO SPA BEVERLY HILLSWith a host of celebrity clientele, Tomoko Spa is fa-mous as the heart of peace and tranquility in Bever-ly Hills. Tomoko Spa is the culmination of founder Tomoko Kurono’s journey to search every corner of the world for the perfect treatment. She started on a quest to find a massage that could truly remove negative energy from the body and renew the spirit. Tomoko was raised in Japan with a deep under-standing of the healing powers of Chi (blood) and Qi (energy). When she finally found what she was look-ing for, she knew her purpose was clear. Tomoko Spa is the culmination of her journey, born with the intent to provide true, deep treatments for not only curing pain, but also maintaining the body and soul with a replenishing life force of energy.tomokospa.com

MAJORELLE SPALocated in the heart of Santa Barbara at the town’s brand new Spanish Colonial entrada, the Hotel Califorian boasts one of the best spas for a relaxing getaway before the big day. Majorelle Spa is the jewel in the center of this coast town. Its four treatment rooms are niched in a dazzling Majorelle blue—the color of the traditional tiles, windows and doorways of Marrakesh, Morocco. This refreshing and exotic look is an ideal match to the spa’s Pacific Ocean environs, and its treatments are entirely customized to take the spa-goer on a journey to revitalization. Escaping to Santa Barbara is a rewarding experience enough, but get-ting that signature local glow at one of the best spas in the city is even better. thehotelcalifornian.com/santabarbaraspa

RITZ-CARLTONThe only way to make preparing for a wedding any better is to plan a girls’ weekend at the beach. The Ritz-Carlton Laguna Nigel offers ocean-inspired spa experiences in the heart of Laguna Beach. Using elements of the ocean to restore balance, the spa at this Laguna Beach resort offers a comprehensive wellness journey designed to nurture the mind, body and spirit. Spa treatments, from massages to skin ther-apies, incorporate sea salt, algae, minerals and water to leave guests feeling renewed. Their personalized and custom treatments will have the whole bridal party wedding-ready in no time. ritzcarlton.com/en/hotels/california/laguna-niguel/spa

BURKE WILLIAMSBefore the big day, gather your girls for luxurious relaxation—it can go a long way and the level of utter bliss you feel at Burke Williams is hard to beat. Burke Williams created the original urban day spa in 1984, elevating the spa experience to a new art form. Drawing inspiration from world-class European day spas, they combine the finest tradi-tions with nourishing innovations to transport you from the stress of everyday life. Burke Williams is a sanctuary, a place of health and wellness, inspiration and optimism. The Woodland Hills spa even has a

special events space for bridal parties that will leave you and your ladies feeling wedding day ready. Burke William’s dedicated, professional therapists will treat you to the ultimate in relaxation and re-newal and have you looking and feeling your abso-lute best on your wedding day. burkewilliamsspa.com

PELICAN HILLExperience pure relaxation with every expert touch during a visit to the world-renowned spa at Pelican Hill Resort. In every moment, the highly trained hands at Pelican Hill Spa concert with your spirit and intention. It is from this union that a creative, highly personalized spa experience is crafted. Peli-can Hill offers 22 breathtaking treatment rooms, women’s and men’s Acqua Colonnades, relaxation lounges, a state-of-the-art fitness center, wellness classes, personal training, salon, day packages, bal-anced wellness retreats, delicious spa cuisine and a

beautiful boutique. It comes as no surprise that it was recently voted the top spa in California by Conde Nast Traveler Magazine and was the recipient of Forbes 5-star rating for the sixth consecutive year. The spa at Pelican Hill is truly a magnificent gem at this seaside retreat and will surely not disappoint. pelicanhill.com

CALIFORNIA HEALTH & LONGEVITY INSTITUTEThe California Health & Longevity Institute in the Four Seasons West-lake Village is famous for its state-of-the art facility. This spa is unique for always having the newest, most cutting edge technology. Not only is it gorgeous on the inside, but their highly educated professional staff oversees all of their amazing treatments. The Health & Longevity Institute is renowned for its spa retreats, health assessments and di-etary regimens in a tremendous setting that is abundantly polished and time-tested. Guests enjoy being truly hidden away amongst the impressive walls of the Center, only to emerge feeling completely renewed, inside and out. This little piece of paradise is exactly what everyone needs to do some wedding season pampering. chli.com

RANCHO LAS PALMASEnjoy a spa day like no other at Rancho Las Palmas rejuvenating resort and spa in Palm Springs. Relaxation begins the second you enter the spa waiting room, where a steam room, sauna, hot tub and pool await. The spa offers more than 50 treatments ranging from massages and body wraps to manicures, pedicures and delightfully luxuriating facials. All of Rancho Las Palmas signature aromatic essences that fill the spa are 100 percent pure blends of healing flowers, plants and herbs from the native California desert with essential oils and certified or-ganic ingredients and extracts. Spa guests are also treated to luscious robes and signature spa products that begin their journey into com-plete euphoria.omnihotels.com/hotels/palm-springs-rancho-las-palmas/spa

• SPECIAL SECTION I 2018 Wedding Guide •

There is never a better time to relax and revitalize than during wedding season. From brides who need to get a perfect glow before the big day to bridal parties who need rest before the festivities begin, it is always important to look and feel your best when it is time to celebrate.

PRE~WEDDINGSpa Getaways

Ritz-Carlton Laguna Nigel

Tomoko Spa Beverly Hills Rancho Las Palmas

California Health & Longevity Institute

Pelican Hill Spa Majorelle Spa

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TOMOKO SPA BEVERLY HILLSWith a host of celebrity clientele, Tomoko Spa is fa-mous as the heart of peace and tranquility in Bever-ly Hills. Tomoko Spa is the culmination of founder Tomoko Kurono’s journey to search every corner of the world for the perfect treatment. She started on a quest to find a massage that could truly remove negative energy from the body and renew the spirit. Tomoko was raised in Japan with a deep under-standing of the healing powers of Chi (blood) and Qi (energy). When she finally found what she was look-ing for, she knew her purpose was clear. Tomoko Spa is the culmination of her journey, born with the intent to provide true, deep treatments for not only curing pain, but also maintaining the body and soul with a replenishing life force of energy.tomokospa.com

MAJORELLE SPALocated in the heart of Santa Barbara at the town’s brand new Spanish Colonial entrada, the Hotel Califorian boasts one of the best spas for a relaxing getaway before the big day. Majorelle Spa is the jewel in the center of this coast town. Its four treatment rooms are niched in a dazzling Majorelle blue—the color of the traditional tiles, windows and doorways of Marrakesh, Morocco. This refreshing and exotic look is an ideal match to the spa’s Pacific Ocean environs, and its treatments are entirely customized to take the spa-goer on a journey to revitalization. Escaping to Santa Barbara is a rewarding experience enough, but get-ting that signature local glow at one of the best spas in the city is even better. thehotelcalifornian.com/santabarbaraspa

RITZ-CARLTONThe only way to make preparing for a wedding any better is to plan a girls’ weekend at the beach. The Ritz-Carlton Laguna Nigel offers ocean-inspired spa experiences in the heart of Laguna Beach. Using elements of the ocean to restore balance, the spa at this Laguna Beach resort offers a comprehensive wellness journey designed to nurture the mind, body and spirit. Spa treatments, from massages to skin ther-apies, incorporate sea salt, algae, minerals and water to leave guests feeling renewed. Their personalized and custom treatments will have the whole bridal party wedding-ready in no time. ritzcarlton.com/en/hotels/california/laguna-niguel/spa

BURKE WILLIAMSBefore the big day, gather your girls for luxurious relaxation—it can go a long way and the level of utter bliss you feel at Burke Williams is hard to beat. Burke Williams created the original urban day spa in 1984, elevating the spa experience to a new art form. Drawing inspiration from world-class European day spas, they combine the finest tradi-tions with nourishing innovations to transport you from the stress of everyday life. Burke Williams is a sanctuary, a place of health and wellness, inspiration and optimism. The Woodland Hills spa even has a

special events space for bridal parties that will leave you and your ladies feeling wedding day ready. Burke William’s dedicated, professional therapists will treat you to the ultimate in relaxation and re-newal and have you looking and feeling your abso-lute best on your wedding day. burkewilliamsspa.com

PELICAN HILLExperience pure relaxation with every expert touch during a visit to the world-renowned spa at Pelican Hill Resort. In every moment, the highly trained hands at Pelican Hill Spa concert with your spirit and intention. It is from this union that a creative, highly personalized spa experience is crafted. Peli-can Hill offers 22 breathtaking treatment rooms, women’s and men’s Acqua Colonnades, relaxation lounges, a state-of-the-art fitness center, wellness classes, personal training, salon, day packages, bal-anced wellness retreats, delicious spa cuisine and a

beautiful boutique. It comes as no surprise that it was recently voted the top spa in California by Conde Nast Traveler Magazine and was the recipient of Forbes 5-star rating for the sixth consecutive year. The spa at Pelican Hill is truly a magnificent gem at this seaside retreat and will surely not disappoint. pelicanhill.com

CALIFORNIA HEALTH & LONGEVITY INSTITUTEThe California Health & Longevity Institute in the Four Seasons West-lake Village is famous for its state-of-the art facility. This spa is unique for always having the newest, most cutting edge technology. Not only is it gorgeous on the inside, but their highly educated professional staff oversees all of their amazing treatments. The Health & Longevity Institute is renowned for its spa retreats, health assessments and di-etary regimens in a tremendous setting that is abundantly polished and time-tested. Guests enjoy being truly hidden away amongst the impressive walls of the Center, only to emerge feeling completely renewed, inside and out. This little piece of paradise is exactly what everyone needs to do some wedding season pampering. chli.com

RANCHO LAS PALMASEnjoy a spa day like no other at Rancho Las Palmas rejuvenating resort and spa in Palm Springs. Relaxation begins the second you enter the spa waiting room, where a steam room, sauna, hot tub and pool await. The spa offers more than 50 treatments ranging from massages and body wraps to manicures, pedicures and delightfully luxuriating facials. All of Rancho Las Palmas signature aromatic essences that fill the spa are 100 percent pure blends of healing flowers, plants and herbs from the native California desert with essential oils and certified or-ganic ingredients and extracts. Spa guests are also treated to luscious robes and signature spa products that begin their journey into com-plete euphoria.omnihotels.com/hotels/palm-springs-rancho-las-palmas/spa

• SPECIAL SECTION I 2018 Wedding Guide •

There is never a better time to relax and revitalize than during wedding season. From brides who need to get a perfect glow before the big day to bridal parties who need rest before the festivities begin, it is always important to look and feel your best when it is time to celebrate.

PRE~WEDDINGSpa Getaways

Ritz-Carlton Laguna Nigel

Tomoko Spa Beverly Hills Rancho Las Palmas

California Health & Longevity Institute

Pelican Hill Spa Majorelle Spa

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