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The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
A throwback to the romance of old California, The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara is perched across bluffs along the exquisite American Riviera on the western edge of a city that has long personified California chic. Perched above a stunning stretch of surf and sand, and with majestic palms looming above its red-tiled roofs, the resort could easily be mistaken for a Spanish seaside village.
The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel
Endless Summer may have been a classic surfing film. But that’s pretty much every day at The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel along the dazzling Orange County shoreline. Hovering above a three-mile-stretch of sandy beach — with the possibility of spotting migrating whales, dolphins, sea lions and other sea creatures offshore — the resort embodies the Southern California coastal experience. Flanked by the legendary coastal communities of Laguna Beach and Dana Point, the elegant seaside retreat elevates the guest experience with distinctive, unforgettable moments that embrace the oceanfront setting and personify the Southern California coastal lifestyle.
The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay
With the evening bagpipe serenade, rugged coastal golf links, Neo-Victorian architecture and the refreshing ocean breeze, you can easily lapse into thinking that you’ve somehow ventured to far-off Scotland. Which means The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay is working its magic, affording a glimpse of olden days when rambling, elegant seaside resorts were the epitome of a luxury holiday.
The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua
It’s only the west end of Maui, but it feels like the end of the world. A secluded, exclusive beach resort that conjures everything we love about tropical islands — luscious gardens, crystal-blue coves, talcum-powder fine sand between your toes, and an overwhelming sense of getting back to the wild. From the moment you step through the front door of The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua, you know you’re in Hawaii.
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The California and Hawaii coasts have always been extraordinary. But The Ritz-Carlton has a knack of making paradise even better, especially with recent upgrades to its shoreline hotels in the Golden and Aloha states. Making the leap onto the topmost level of global hotels, four Ritz-Carlton resorts overlooking the Pacific are perfectly poised for guests to immerse themselves in unique local cultures and natural surroundings while at the same time indulging in the exceptional cuisine, design, service, activities and a level of luxury that The Ritz-Carlton constantly strives to refine.
American Riviera on the western edge of a city that has long personified California chic. Perched above a stunning stretch of surf and sand, and with majestic palms looming above its red-tiled roofs, the resort could easily be mistaken for a Spanish seaside village.
Bacara, Santa Barbara
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Sprawling across 78 oceanfront acres, the resort offers a range of enticing ways to while away a perfect California day. Hone your tennis on the resort’s Har-Tru clay courts, tee off at the adjacent 18-hole championship golf course, grab an electric bike for a cruise along the coast, or walk the two-mile beach at the crack of dawn when the rest of the world seems so far away.
Indulge in locally inspired treatments like the Spirulina Algae Warp, Citrus Avocado Body Scrub or Hollywood Facial at The Ritz-Carlton Spa. And at the end of each day, watch sunset over the misty Channel Islands from the resort’s cliff-top trail or vanishing-edge saline pools.
Savor new twists on California Coastal cuisine at a variety of dining outlets with awesome sea views. Dishes at the Angel Oak steakhouse, ‘O’ Bar + Kitchen, and other eateries are prepared with carefully curated and locally sourced farm and sea ingredients that showcase the region’s abundance and culinary heritage.
And don’t forget to bring the kids. In addition to obvious family attractions like the beach and pools, the resort’s Jean-Michel Cousteau’s Ambassadors of the Environment program (found at only five Ritz-Carlton resorts around the globe) illuminates the area’s rich natural wonders and cultural history through exciting adventures and activities on both land and sea. For those tempted to venture beyond the resort, The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara offers an ideal jumping-off spot for exploring one of California’s most alluring regions.
Ask the concierge team to map out a day in Santa Barbara’s renowned wine country, a sea kayak or paddleboard adventure, a hike or bike in the oak-spangled mountains behind the coast, or a foray into central Santa Barbara with its eclectic shopping, vintage architecture and iconic “Queen” of the California missions.
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Laguna Niguel
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Reflecting the resort’s stunning seafront location, guest rooms and suites were recently remodeled with soothing Pacific-inspired colors, textures and artworks as well as private balconies overlooking the ocean, pool or gardens. Enhancing the beachfront vibe, many are equipped with personal outdoor fireplaces.
Venturing farther out, the innovative Eco-Adventure Center at The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel showcases the region’s unique land and sea ecosystems and natural wonders through signature programs like whale watching, garden tours, tide pool exploration, seaside hikes, surfing lessons, artist studio tours, cooking classes and other activities designed for grownups, children and families.
The Ritz-Carlton, Santa Barbara
Keeping to the ocean theme, The Ritz-Carlton Spa offers a journey through health, beauty and wellness via treatments like the Pacific Wave deep tissue massage, Sea Salt Scrub, and the sea-mineral-infused Ocean Inspiration Facial. With floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the Pacific, the fully equipped fitness center offers morning yoga and Pilates classes.
The exclusive Ritz-Carlton Club Lounge is also newly renovated, and like its sister lounges around the world offers personal concierge service, a variety of beverages, and creative culinary presentations throughout the day.
For those who brought their brood, the resort features a Ritz Kids program, poolside movies and a range of other family activities. In addition to staking out a perfect spot in the sand, the resort’s Beach Butlers provide chairs, umbrellas, towels and sunscreen. They can also arrange shuttle transportation to and from Salt Creek Beach.
Embrace the elements of the coast at the celebrated Culinary Cookout Series. Returning on August 26, the interactive culinary experience features five exclusive epicurean events on the resort’s picturesque Dana Lawn.
Half Moon Bay
Just a half-hour drive from San Francisco and Silicon Valley — places that have largely defined the 21st-century world — the clifftop getaway offers a seamless blend of old-world charm and new world creature comforts complemented by wild scenic beaches, pristine nature, bucolic coastal farmland, and plenty of fresh air.
Unlike any other luxury experience in the Bay Area, the resort tempts guests with small details like outdoor fire pits encircled by Adirondack chairs, a Ritz-Carlton Club Lounge featuring tasty morsels and superb wines, and spa treatments with a regional flair — like the signature Redwood Forest Ritual massage using indigenous Northern California herbs and wood blends.
Featuring large windows with plenty of natural light, the guest rooms and suites flaunt expansive ocean, coast, mountain or golf course views. Many of them also boast cozy indoor fireplaces or personal outdoor fire pits. The spacious guest houses, separate from the main building, harbors suites ranging up to 1,495 square feet. Meanwhile, luxurious Club Level rooms and suites offer the ultimate Ritz-Carlton experience — access to the private Club Lounge coupled with personal service that ensures that your vacation memories endure and that your business needs are totally fulfilled.
Built on a foundation of locally grown and caught ingredients, chefs at The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay carry on the Northern California tradition of crafting extraordinary food and drink. Offering refined seafood and classic coastal cuisine, Navio celebrates the bounty of the coast through fresh textures and savory accompaniments. With its laid-back ambience, The Conservatory features homegrown California cuisine and handcrafted cocktails with a coastal spin. While the al fresco Ocean Terrace offers sunset views, excellent libations, and incredible edibles from its raw bar & grill.
The Ritz-Carlton, Bacara, Santa Barbara
Besides its trademark California coastal lighthouse, nearby Half Moon Bay is world renowned for two other things: huge pumpkins and massive waves at Mavericks that only the world’s best surfers can conquer. Roaming out from the village, guests can cruise south along legendary Highway One to remote, romantic beaches leading down to Santa Cruz, or northwards to San Francisco, the Presidio and Golden Gate Bridge.
Maui, Kapalua
Slated for unveiling by the end of this year, a $100-million makeover is set to transform the entire resort. Among the highlights are a reimagined lobby and guest arrival experience, a remake of The Ritz-Carlton Club Lounge at the Anuenue Room, a new pool experience, redesigned guest rooms and Hawaii's only fire-pit rooms.
At the end of each day, Alaloa Lounge is the place to sip a Mai Tai as the sun sinks over the vast Pacific, silhouetting Lanai and Molokai on the other side of the Lahaina Roads. Followed by island-flavored dishes — like ahi poke, umami salad, fresh catch or Big Island beef — at the resort’s signature Banyan House restaurant.
The Ritz-Carlton Laguna Niguel
Ritz-Carlton guests can deep dive into local nature and authentic Hawaiian culture on guided family excursions organized by the resort’s Jean-Michel Cousteau’s Ambassadors of the Environment program. Six nearby bays and beaches offer plenty of scope for swimming, snorkeling, surfing and other aquatic activities.
With 54 acres to stay and play — and proximity to some of the island’s best outdoor attractions — The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua offers endless ways to craft a perfect island day. Sunrise yoga and sunset paddleboarding. Teeing off at either of Kapalua’s bucket list golf courses. Hiking the easy Kapalua Coast Trail or challenging Mahana Ridge Trail from trailheads on the resort grounds. Gliding down the side of an ancient volcano on one of Hawaii’s longest ziplines.
The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua is also renowned for hosting seminal events like the Kapalua Wine & Food Festival in June, the Wellness Collective at Maui and PGA Sentry Tournament of Champions golf tournament in January, and a Whale Tales event in January that showcases globally renowned marine mammal researchers, photographers and conservationists.
