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Napa Valley Travel Guide

July 10, 2024 No Comments

Discover the best of Napa Valley with our comprehensive Napa Valley Travel Guide featuring luxury stays, exceptional dining, and memorable experiences in California’s wine country.

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Located in the heart of California’s famed wine country, Napa Valley beckons travelers with its beautiful vineyards, world-class wineries, and serene countryside. Whether you’re a wine enthusiast, a food lover, or simply seeking an escape from a busy life, Napa Valley promises an unforgettable trip to the heart of wine-making.

Where to Stay

Solage, an Auberge Resort. Courtesy of Solage

Auberge du Soleil

Perched on a hillside in Rutherford, Auberge du Soleil offers stunning views of the valley. The resort is renowned for its Michelin-starred restaurant, spa, outdoor pool, and art-filled grounds that create a serene and romantic atmosphere.

Four Seasons Resort And Residences Napa Valley

The charming town of Calistoga is home to the Four Seasons with uniquely luxurious rooms and amenities. The resort offers seasonal California cuisine, a spa, and personalized service to their guests. It’s an ideal choice for travelers seeking a sophisticated and memorable stay in Napa. You can’t go wrong with a Four Seasons.

The Archer Hotel

Conveniently located in downtown Napa, guests have easy access to shops, restaurants, and entertainment. Furthermore, The Archer Hotel provides guests with one of the finest steakhouses in Napa, Charlie Palmer Steak, along with a stunning destination rooftop and bar overlooking the city. The Archer stands out for its central location, contemporary design, upscale accommodations, and thoughtful amenities, making it a popular choice for travelers looking to experience the best of Napa Valley in style and comfort.

Solage, an Auberge Resort

Also located in Calistoga, Solage is a contemporary resort known for its sleek design and relaxed atmosphere. It offers spacious suites, a renowned spa, and a pool. Solage is also home to Solbar, a new American restaurant that is considered one of the very best in Calistoga. Additionally, they offer complimentary bicycles for exploring the surrounding vineyards and landscape.

Napa Valley Lodge

The Napa Valley Lodge offers guests easy access to the exceptional wineries and restaurants of Yountville. The staff provides flawless hospitality, modern rooms, and several spots to relax on the property. Napa Valley Lodge is also known for its charming ambiance, attentive service, and proximity to some of the best attractions in Napa Valley.

Where to Eat

La Toque

This Michelin Star-winning restaurant offers innovative Californian cuisine. La Toque presents seasonal tasting menus and Chef Ken Frank’s inventive French cuisine. The restaurant also boasts an impressive wine list, curated to complement its culinary offerings. Many consider dining here to be the ultimate food and wine experience in Napa.

The French Laundry

The French Laundry is a world-renowned restaurant with three Michelin stars. The dining experience at The French Laundry is unparalleled, characterized by its fixed-price tasting menus that offer a progression of small, intricate courses. Chef Thomas Keller’s dishes showcase the finest seasonal ingredients, ensuring an unforgettable meal. If you are looking for a swanky night out, this will not disappoint.

Press

Situated in St. Helena, Press is a renowned steakhouse known for its high-quality cuts of meat, sourced from local ranches. The menu features their prime dry-aged steaks and an extensive wine list, showcasing a variety of Napa Valley wines. The elegant yet comfortable ambiance makes it a favorite for steak enthusiasts.

Brasswood

At Brasswood in St. Helena, the staff dedicates itself to local ingredients by making elegant wines, cooking delicious food, and creating a welcoming space where guests can enjoy entrees with the area’s freshest ingredients. Brasswood showcases culinary excellence, a scenic setting, and a commitment to local flavors and hospitality.

Rutherford Grill

Yet another fantastic spot to enjoy terrific wines and comforting cuisine. This traditional American restaurant provides diners with attentive service and the typical food-wine pairings that Napa is famous for. Rutherford Grill is a great dining destination for those seeking a taste of American comfort cuisine with some local flair.

What to Do

Visit the Vineyards

You can’t visit Napa without a trip to its world-class wineries. Many wineries offer tours that explain the wine-making process, often followed by tastings. Napa is internationally recognized for its high-quality wines and picturesque vineyards. There are plenty of wineries worth visiting. We recommend Pine Ridge Vineyards, Jarvis Estate, and Hess Persson Estates.

Hot Air Balloon Rides

One of the most unique ways to experience the beauty of the Napa Valley. Take a hot air balloon ride for breathtaking views of the vineyards and rolling hills. We recommend early morning rides. Floating over the vineyards and hills as the sun rises is truly an unforgettable experience.

Art Galleries and Museums

Napa Valley has a vibrant art scene with numerous galleries showcasing a wide range of artistic styles and mediums. Conveniently, many of these galleries are located on the famous Napa vineyards, making it easy to plan a full afternoon without having to move around too much.

Attend Events and Festivals

There are a variety of annual events that take place in Napa, where guests are sure to have a memorable time listening to live performances, tasting local cuisine, or enjoying art showcases. The Napa Valley Festival, which typically takes place in July, is a must-see event for anyone who happens to be in the area.

Culinary Experiences

Napa Valley’s culinary scene is quite highly regarded. While visiting, there are opportunities to indulge in farm-to-table dining experiences, explore food markets, and go on gourmet food tours to savor the region’s fresh offerings. You can see our recommendations above.

For recommendations for another popular western destination, check out our Park City Travel Guide here.

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Activities

Select Miami Art Week 2023 Event Schedule

December 5, 2023 No Comments

Select is excited to share our official lineup for Art Week 2023. This is our schedule of members-only events and special VIP access for some of the week’s largest exhibitions.

Grand Opening of Lina Cerrone Gallery

Join us for the grand opening of Lina Cerrone Gallery in the heart of Wynwood on Thursday, November 30th, from 6:00 to 9:00 PM. This event marks a significant addition to Miami’s cultural landscape, presenting a diverse selection of international artists, from emerging talents to established names. Explore a captivating array of artistic expressions, including paintings, photography, and sculptures. This promises to be an evening that seamlessly combines art, elegance, and the vibrant spirit of Miami. Don’t miss the chance to be part of this unique flavor in Wynwood’s rich cultural tapestry.

Select x Manolis Projects Gallery featuring Hunt Slonem

An extraordinary VIP evening at the Manolis Projects Gallery, Florida’s largest working studio and fine art gallery. Manolis features unique paintings, sculptures, and collectible limited edition works from over 40 artists from around the world, with a focus on modern masters and contemporary art.

Guests will have the opportunity to mix and mingle with the festive international art collector crowd and discover 5,000 fascinating square feet of outstanding contemporary art.

The evening will feature the works of Hunt Slonem, an assortment of light bites, a sponsored open bar, and complimentary valet. December 5th from 6 – 9 pm.

Special Access: Red Dot Miami | Spectrum

Spectrum Miami, in its 13th year, takes center stage at the Mana Wynwood Convention Center, offering a sprawling canvas of contemporary brilliance spanning 150,000 square feet. Over 200 galleries and artists, from local gems to global talents, converge to showcase the avant-garde. Meanwhile, Red Dot Miami, celebrating its 18th edition, unfolds as the curated sister show at Mana Wynwood, featuring over 65 galleries and 500 artists from around the world. December 6th – 10th.

Scope Art Week

Celebrating its 21st edition, Scope MiamiI Beach resturns to its bespoke pavilion on the sands of ocean drive and 8th street. Honoring its perpetual mission to provide a platform for experiential innovation and discovery, scope will welcome 150+ diverse contemporary exhibitors featuring the new contemporary, a genre that stands as a critical contribution to both global politics and local community engagement. Originally named the scope foundation, the new contemporary presents daily programming amongst large-scale installations that bend, blend, and transcend genre. December 5th – 10th.

Arcane Nexus Summit: Curating the Art of Investing

A collaboration with our friends at Foode, Alliance Bernstein, Epigen, Radiance Bio, and Bernstein Private Wealth Management. The Summit is on Thursday, December 7th, from 11 am to 4 pm covering a range of topics from AI to alternative investments, arts, and sports. Select’s Founder & CEO Carlo Cisco will join for the AI panel.

SELECT x Rosen Galleries @ Brown Jordan

End Art Week with a bang – join us in a stunning three-level space featuring two indoor levels and an incredible 3rd floor rooftop terrace. Immerse yourself in contemporary art, engage in vibrant conversations, and indulge with a sponsored open bar for the duration. Sounds by DJ Funktual and some fun surprises throughout the evening. The Rosen Gallery will feature exclusive art from artists like Andy Warhol, Domingo Zapata, Carlos Prieto, Jordi Molla, Giuseppe Ferlito, and George Wolberg. Saturday night, 12/9 from 7 – 10 pm.

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Select Expands Activities to Over 7,000 Locations Globally

November 27, 2023 No Comments

Save on cruises, museum tours, cooking classes, wine tastings, hiking, excursions, and more.

Select’s entertainment benefits now span across the globe. Compounding the travel value proposition of the Select Hotels program and other travel benefits, as well as global retail benefits.

At Select, we focus our member onboarding efforts on areas that have access to all member benefits. Despite this effort, our membership community spans all 50 US states and 11 countries.

With a variety of national lifestyle, retail, and business benefits and global hotel and travel benefits, Select is easily one of the most powerful membership and concierge services in the world, regardless of your location.

Today, we’re thrilled to announce an expansion that helps compound that. We have expanded our activities section to include preferred rates for over 7,000 experiences across 59 countries.

Whether you’re checking out Uffizi Gallery in Florence, doing a wine tour in Napa, hiking in Kauai, cruising in Miami, visiting Tokyo, or exploring the Greek isles – we have you covered.

This is a natural expansion of the global hotel and travel benefits that help us round out your ultimate travel experiences.

Whether you’re traveling for leisure or business, Select is an unbeatable resource. But, we have a lot more coming in this area. Stay tuned.

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Business

SELECT Expands Restaurant and Nightlife Benefits to Montréal, Québec, Canada!

October 30, 2023 No Comments

Already a popular travel destination for many of our members, Montréal, Québec is officially a partner city in SELECT’s new Canadian expansion! We are incredibly excited to announce an exceptional lineup of seven hospitality venues in the heart of The City of Saints.

For years, we’ve seen collections of members from our neighbor up north, coming from metropolises like Montréal, Toronto, Winnipeg, and Vancouver. We’re proud to begin to not only offer these members hospitality benefits in their home country but also offer members across the US and the world such benefits in Montréal, one of Canada’s most charming tourist locales.

Montréal est une belle ville! A cultural melting pot for Art Deco architecture, Roman Catholic sacred sites, and the Québécois-French language, Montréal is one of the most fascinating places you could visit. The city’s French influence has withstood the test of time, dating back to the 1600s when the “coureurs de bois” or “voyageurs” established Canada’s prominent fur trade, making Montréal the nation’s economic hub. Much of Québec’s current ethnic demographic originates from the Acadians, a group of French settlers from the former Acadia colony along Canada’s Atlantic coast, with many of which were eventually deported down south, hence Louisiana’s Cajun and Creole communities. Today, Montréal is a harmony in remaining true to its French traditions while being a remarkable site for buzzing music festivals and a trendy dining scene.

We cannot wait to introduce Québécois culture to members who have never visited Montréal before, especially highlighting the modern and diverse menus of our new partners. Whether you’re in the mood for classic steak frites at Modavie or a captivating array of sashimi at Kyo Bar Japonais, SELECT has got you covered:

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