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. THE RANCH HUDSON VALLEY (Hudson Valley, New York) If you've ever dabbled in wellness travel, you already know about The Ranch Malibu (if not, don't ask questions and fly to LAX right away… they'll pick you up and you'll never look back!). This year, the Ranch is expanding with The Ranch Hudson Valley, and it's easily going to be the top Momcation destination of 2023. Nestled amidst 200 acres, in an historic lakefront es- tate, The Ranch Hudson Valley is 45 minutes from N YC and like Malibu, this one will im- merse guests in exercise, emotional and physi- cal health, and boundless nature. This is where you UNPLUG. Famous for their deep tissue massages and a plant-based diet that's inspired several incredible cookbooks, Upstate New York will soon have everything we need. SHOU SUGI BAN HOUSE (Watermill, New York) This haven in Watermill checks all the boxes. The food is healthy and phenomenal—they literally have world's cleanest and umami-rich rice bowls. There's yoga and exercise if you're so inclined. The spa is one of the best in the country. The sta– is ultra-accommodating— not h i n g i s a problem . A nd you're i n t he Hamptons, which means there are excellent options for shopping and socia lizing if the mood strikes. THE WELL AT MAYFLOWER INN (Washington, Connecticut) Moms with great taste and healthy budgets have long flocked to this countryside paradise by Auberge Resorts Collection, but things have got ten even dreamier for us sleep-deprived parents with new sleep and nap programs in- stituted by The Well. The complimentary turn- dow n includes sa lted ca ra mel chocolates infused with soothing CBD and CBN, accom - panied by a bedtime story. Um, yes. MONTAGE HEALDSBURG (Healdsburg, California) Ask any food and travel snob and they'll swoon for a Montage hotel. But this Montage hotel is where wine country meets spa fantasy. Think: a Sonoma Blend massage, which uses locally s o u r c e d , c o l d - d e c a n t e d ol i ve oi l f r om Comstock Wine's olives. Add some nature plus stress-release with e-bikes, archer y, hiking; and all the indulgence of delicious French- inf luenced California cuisine at Hazel Hill. And obbbbbviously there's an endless stream of fine wine waiting just for you. There's also a house car (and driver) to take you to any of Healdsburg's famous restaurants, or tasting rooms, all within a 10-minute drive. BLACKBERRY MOUNTAIN (Walland, Tennessee) Blackberry Mountain is a much-desired oasis in the Great Smoky Mountains where the out- doorsy mom can escape in every sense. This place is pure utopia and luxury and continues to win all the awards. Lose yourself on hikes, biking, and arbor adventures—there are 5,200 acres to explore. Restorative wellness services include forest bathing, sunrise vinyasa, and crystal reiki. You'll forget all about chicken nug- gets and chocolate milk with Blackberry's cher- ished culinary program: think lemon oats and chia with coconut milk for breakfast, and tagli- atelle with Burgundy tru¢es over sunset. THE NEWBURY BOSTON (Boston, Massachusetts) Here's what's perfect about this new-ish hotel (besides having a Leading Hotels of the World distinction): it 's extremely sophisticated and very adult. Kids are allowed to stay there, but you won't see or hear many and there's defin- itely not a kids' club or any thing of the like. You get a handsome room, and a fireplace but- ler, and, on the roof, the restaurant Contessa is the sexiest restaurant I've ever eaten at. When you go there solo, you feel like the star of the next season of White Lotus, and there's nothing childish about that. SENSEI PORCUPINE CREEK (Rancho Mirage, California) This newly opened retreat nestled against the Santa Rosa mountains is truly a paradisiacal addition to the prime Momcation w ish list . The exclusive hideaway is tranquil and inti- mate, with only a small number of hotel rooms inside a former estate house, and private vil- las clustered throughout the grand, luscious proper t y. There's golf, tennis, yoga, spa, and dining by Sensei by Nobu. Most notably, this is an adults-only property. No kids allowed! Loro Piana Cashmere stole, 305.867.1680 Ferragamo Sneakers, 305.866.8166 Chanel Round sunglasses, 305.868.0550 Gucci GG tote bag, 305.868.6504 Haremlique Evil Eye peshtamal, 305.420.5649 WHAT TO PACK Take a load o and stick to these essentials. Here are a few of my favorite destinations around the country. See you there, mama. I'M A GREAT MOM; M Y FA MILY IS M Y LIFE; A N D I'M TOTA LLY COMFORTA BLE LEAV I NG THEM W HEN IT'S A PPROPRI ATE . A LL TO SAY, I REFUSE TO PACK A N Y GU ILT. BAL HARBOUR 95

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