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La Costa Resort & Spa

Beaches - Carlsbad | 2100 Costa Del Mar Road, San Diego; 800-854-5000 ; www.lacosta.com

Book a massage for two at this tranquil Carlsbad resort, where private spa suites are outfitted with massage tables, an adobe-style fireplace, a shower and a private outdoor patio with Jacuzzi. Spend the rest of the day relaxing with a bottle of champagne by the pool—part of the spa’s adult-only garden courtyard. The only trouble will be returning to reality at day’s end.

Silverado Resort

1600 Atlas Peak Road, Napa; 707-257-0200; www.silveradoresort.com

Nestled among the rolling hills of Napa Valley’s wine country, this Resort and Spa is the perfect destination for gals looking to escape from it all. Elegant and luxurious, Silverado resort is sure to please even the most demanding group of girlfriends – a full service Roman-inspired Spa, 10 swimming pools, 17 tennis courts, Bocce Ball, two championship golf courses, as well as hiking and biking trails. There is also fine dining, breathtaking views and old world charm to boot. To complete the experience, Silverado is located within minutes of over 200 wineries. Let the indulgence begin! 

Insider Tip: Check out their Four Friends Spa Getaway Package or a two-bedroom fireplace suite for groups of four or more.

Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa

100 Boyes Blvd., Sonoma; 866-540-4499; www.fairmont.com/sonoma

With an on-site golf course, newly renovated spa, several restaurants, business amenities, tennis courts and more, this sprawling resort has something for everyone in your group. It makes a great base for exploring the area.

Hyatt Regency Mission Bay

Beaches - Mission | 1441 Quivira Road, San Diego; 619-224-1234; missionbay.hyatt.com

Parents will appreciate the recently renovated Hyatt’s chic and modern decor, waterfront dining and hip poolside lounge. Kids love the three pools and water slides. Ready to venture out? Jet skiing, sailing, kayaking, sports fishing and whale watching are all steps away on Mission Bay. Plus, you’re just minutes from the wet’n’wild pleasures of Sea World.

The Grand Del Mar

Beaches - Del Mar | 5300 Grand Del Mar Court, San Diego; 858-314-2000; www.thegranddelmar.com

This Mediterranean-style resort knows how to cater to both parents and kids alike—which makes for one happy family. Mom and Dad can pamper themselves at the spa, while the kids take a supervised hike through the canyons. When you reunite, spend the afternoon together in the family pool area, or head to Del Mar’s stunning beach. Book a 1,500-square-foot, family-friendly suite for a dining area and kitchenette.

Catamaran Resort Hotel

Beaches - Pacific Beach | 3999 Mission Blvd, San Diego; 800-422-8386; www.catamaranresort.com

Want the San Diego beach experience? This Polynesian hotel is a perfect backdrop for a fun romantic getaway - but if you happen to bring the kids they will love it too. You'll feel like you're in the islands with their waterfalls, lush pool and exotic bird room. Hit up the rental center for bikes, pedal boats, kayaks, sail boats, surf and boggie boards (the waves are just one block over). Located in Pacific Beach this area has quite paths on bay side and a bustling boardwalk on the ocean side. With great restaurants (World Famous is a Jane fave), unique shops and lots of sunshine - you wil think you're a local before you leave. Your kids will love the pool, exotic bird room, arcade games and mad science camp at this resort. It’s a quick walk to Mission Bay, the beach, a bustling boardwalk and several parks. If you can entice your kids to leave the resort, hit up the rental center for bikes, pedal boats, surf boards, boogie boards, kayaks, sail boats and powerboats.

La Costa Resort & Spa

Beaches - Carlsbad | 2100 Costa Del Mar Road, San Dieog; 800-854-5000; www.lacosta.com

A 400-acre Spanish-style resort in Carlsbad, La Costa Resort and Spa is a destination in and of itself. Parents can enjoy swimming, golf, or tennis, while kids wear themselves out on water slides and in day camps. Choose a villa to have access to a gourmet kitchen. You’ll never even have to get in the car. Now that’s beginning to sound like a vacation. 

The Grand Del Mar

Beaches - Del Mar | 5300 Grand Del Mar Court, San Diego; 858-314-2000; www.thegranddelmar.com

The Grand Del Mar is just the spot if you’re looking to bask in a deluxe bastion of elegant, old-world style. Take in the sprawling views of manicured greens and the nature preserve beyond while strolling the spacious Mediterranean-style grounds. Then indulge in some pampering with mineral-rich bath and massage. Wrap up your day at Addison, Southern California’s only restaurant to earn both AAA Five Diamond and Mobil Five-Star status. In fact, the only wrinkle at all will be forcing yourself to leave at the end of your stay.

Calistoga Ranch

580 Lommel Rd, Calistoga; 800-942-4220; www.calistogaranch.com

When the demands of daily life are just too much to bear, escape to Calistoga Ranch, a secluded 157-acre resort tucked into the hillside. After enjoying its private lodge accommodations, full-service spa, complimentary classes and activities, pool and restaurant, you're guaranteed to emerge from this rustic-luxury oasis utterly transformed.

Auberge du Soleil

180 Rutherford Hill Rd., 800-348-5406; www.aubergedusoleil.com
Auberge du Soleil has to be seen to be believed. Mere words simply cannot do justice to the kind of rarefied luxury you'll find at this impeccably tasteful Mediterranean-inspired resort. It has an Old World elegance that is hard to come by in today's fast-paced world, making it the ultimate place to stop and smell the perfectly manicured roses.
 
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