ONE FRIDAY IN JUNE I was woken from my dreams by the soft sound of Tibetan chimes. For a moment, I didn't know where I was, but as the rose-colored light peeled into my room at the ripe hour of 5:30 a.m., I remembered. "I'm up!" I shouted. In return, I received a friendly "Good morning, Jess" from the staffer outside my door, before the chimes floated down the hall to wake the next guest.
This is what a typical wake-up call looks like at the Ranch Hudson Valley. The recently opened wellness retreat is the East Coast outpost of the Ranch Malibu, which is known for its challenging fitness programs and plant-based cuisine. Founded by husband-and-wife duo Sue and Alex Glasscock, its original program has developed a cult following since opening in 2010 (Oprah Winfrey and Jennifer Garner are devotees).
Entering the 40,000-square-foot estate in Sloatsburg, New York-just an hour north of New York City-was like walking into a scene from The Great Gatsby: detailed trim on the high ceilings, a grand, light-filled staircase, and marble floors. I later learned that this former home, known as the Table Rock Estate, was built in 1902 by financier J. P. Morgan as a wedding gift for his daughter. Whom was she marrying, you ask? The great-grandson of Alexander Hamilton.
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LAGOS RISING
Africa's biggest city is a powerhouse of art, culture, and fashion. Shirley Nwangwa reflects on her relationship to her family's home and to her Nigerian identity, while photographer Ike Edeani captures the creative scene.
DEEP DIVE
Go for a swim with sperm whales, and you may find yourself hooked. Maggie Shipstead journeys to the Caribbean island of Dominica, where these giants of the deep are making a big splash.
AMERICAN VINTAGE
After years of being in the shadows, Virginia winemakers are finally getting the attention they deserve. Wanda Mann takes a tasting tour.
BACK ΤΟ Sri Lanka
The past few years have not been easy on this alluring South Asian island. But on a return visit, Prasad Ramamurthy finds a place-and a people-on the upswing.
The Luxury of Silence
Grieving a dissolved marriage, Nora Walsh seeks peace and compassion at a meditation retreat in California.
Take a Hike
A beloved Malibu spa renowned for embracing the outdoors makes its way to the East Coast. Jess Feldman takes an inside look.
Just Dive In
The most nautical Four Seasons has to be this scuba-centric ship, which sails a rarely visited corner of the Pacific.
The Next Frontier
With deep pockets and mighty ambitions, Saudi Arabia is building a high-end resort area with serious green cred.
Family Values
Gay father and blogger Jonathan Bailey shares his proudest moments of traveling with his partner and daughters.
Hold on to Your Hat
A new Texas story is unfolding in Fort Worth. Nora Walsh boot-scoots her way around sleek hotels and world-class museums.
