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The holiday season can be the most joyous –and most stressful, time of the year. We hope to give you some great vacation designations –all dog-friendly,  for a magical getaway experience, from an amazing resort on a small Florida island to big city flavor in Toronto, Canada.

ALBUQUERQUE - LOS POBLANOS

LOS POBLANOS HISTORIC INN & ORGANIC FARM, Los Ranchos De Albuquerque, NM

Unwind and recharge with a tranquil stay at on this historic farm nestled in Albuquerque’s picturesque Rio Grande Valley. Choose boutique accommodations from Los Poblanos’ charming Meem Rooms, rich in history and adorned with original artwork; their Farm Rooms, showcasing architectural touches inspired by 1930s dairy buildings; or the Field Rooms, offering gas or wood-burning fireplaces, and serene views of lavender rows and open farm fields. 

Each space is thoughtfully designed for comfort and relaxation, featuring luxurious organic bedding, their signature lavender spa amenities, and operable windows with cross-draft for fresh air. 

The inn offers casual fine-dining at Campos, which features a field-to-fork menu highlighting the seasonal, organic ingredients harvested from Los Poblanos’ own farm and from local Rio Grande Valley farmers and herdsmen.

HOLIDAY VIBE

Get in the festive spirit by attending a wreath-making workshop or pick up a complimentary s’mores kit and roast marshmallows over a chimenea, (a traditional Mexican clay freestanding outdoor fireplace for cooking). 

If relaxation is on your agenda, head to the Hacienda Spa for botanically-based spa treatments. For more indulgence that includes an immersive cultural experience, reserve Afternoon Tea at La Quinta. Enjoy a beautiful selection of teas from Taos' small-batch, handcrafted tea company, tea.o.graphy, and Los Poblanos’ culinary team's seasonal take on a traditional afternoon tea menu, with a selection of sweet and savory bites. Following tea service, you'll be invited to join a short, 20-minute docent-led tour of La Quinta, an architectural gem with stunning work by artists from the WPA era.

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BOSTON

THE LIBERTY HOTEL, Boston, MA

It's the most wonderful time of the year in Boston! From tree lightings and holiday markets to outdoor ice-skating rinks and annual performances, there’s no place like The Liberty, a Luxury Collection Hotel, in Boston’s historic Beacon Hill for the holidays.

The Liberty, a national historic landmark and architectural gem, was built in 1851 has the Charles Street Jail. Now, with 298 imaginatively re-invented rooms and suites, hotel guests have sweeping views of the city skyline and Charles River as well as five distinct restaurants and bars.

HOLIDAY VIBE

There is nothing quite like the upside-down Christmas tree display suspended from The Liberty Hotel’s lobby bar. Glowing with over 1500 holiday lights, 730 ornaments and 60 yards of ribbon, it is the perfect place to order a bottle of champagne and immerse yourself in the holiday season.

Take advantage of The Liberty’s elegant Beacon Hill neighborhood with a stroll down Charles Street when it’s lit up and decorated for the holiday season. Nearby winter sports activities include ice skating at The Frog Pond is located in the heart of Boston Common, or go curling in The Liberty’s ice-covered, outdoor courtyard.

To ring in 2025 at The Liberty, book their ‘SKY’ – NYE Overnight Package for an unforgettable evening of high-energy entertainment with three of Boston’s best DJs, and awe-inspiring aerial and cirque performances by the Boston Circus Guild throughout the hotel. 

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FERNANDINA BEACH

OMNI AMELIA ISLAND RESORT & SPA, Fernandina Beach, FL

If a relaxing Florida beach getaway, with a wellness spa and a championship golf course, is your ideal a family vacation, then, Omni Amelia Island Resort & Spa is the perfect holiday destination. Fernandina Beach is a city on Amelia Island, Florida, just 29 miles north of Jacksonville International Airport (JAX), this 1,350-acre nature-meets-luxury retreat offers breathtaking of the sparkling blue waters of the Atlantic Ocean.

HOLIDAY VIBE

For the holiday season, Omni Amelia Island Resort & Spa is inviting guests to embrace the cooler evenings on Fernandina Beach with their own private coastal igloo along with a cozy beach fire. While taking in the sounds of the fire crackling and waves crashing at sunset, you can also enjoy a chef-curated spread of local charcuterie, s’mores and holiday punch.

Omni Amelia Island Resort & Spa is also offering an array of holiday activities for the entire family including letters to Santa and festive holiday crafts and craft hunts. Guests can indulge in a variety of dining options on Christmas including Christmas dinner to-go, a four course Christmas dinner at the casual, porch-covered Marché Burette and an Oceanside holiday buffet at coastal Mediterranean-inspired Verandah.

OMNI AMELIA ISLAND RESORT & SPA

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https://www.omnihotels.com/hotels/amelia-island

TORONTO

FAIRMONT ROYAL YORK , Toronto, ON, Canada

Its festive winter season makes Toronto an ideal designation for a holiday vacation, and The Fairmont Royal York is the idyllic location.  

Commonly known as the Royal York, this large historic luxury hotel located by both the Financial District and the Entertainment District, in Downtown Toronto. An underground walkway links the hotel with the Royal Bank Plaza and Union Station to form part of Toronto's PATH underground city system, makes this an ideal location.

Towering at 407 ft tall, the Royal York is a Châteauesque-styled building with 28 floors, a heated pool with a skylight, and a private rooftop culinary garden and aviary.   In addition to hotel rooms and suites there are the Fairmont Gold residential rooms and suites with access to the private Fairmont Gold Lounge on the 18^th floor with evening canapés and personalized concierge.

However, for foodies, the best reason to stay at The Fairmont Royal York is for its multisensory culinary experience. The main dining room, REIGN, also contains a separate bakery, café, chef’s table, and wine bar/ piano lounge. Here you will enjoy incredible signature dishes, crafted from local farmers and sustainable producers by Executive Restaurant Chef Roland Torok-Ducharme, paired with an exclusively crafted wine list. 

The Library Bar, Toronto’s treasured cocktail den, has launched a new cocktail program by award-winning Director of Mixology, James Grant. The boozy cocktail menu is themed by Martinis, Masterpieces, Poetry, Folklore, Science Fiction, and Best Sellers; and complemented by beloved classic dishes by Chef Brian Tang.

HOLIDAY VIBE

Get in the holiday spirit at Royal York’s Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony, or enjoy their House of York Holiday Experience – a new pop-up stylized as a cozy cabin retreat, where you sink into a comfy, plush corner and unwind with festive cocktail.

At the lobby champagne bar, CLOCKWORK, enjoy Holiday Tea in the afternoon, before it transforms into a festive champagne and wine pop-up at five o’clock.

Both REIGN and The Library Bar will host Christmas and New Year themed dining events.

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