Not every trip needs months of planning. Sometimes the best getaways are the ones you almost didn’t take—the spontaneous ones that trade chaos for calm and long weekends for long lunches. If you’re still figuring out where to spend the 4th, we’ve pulled together five easy escapes that bring the COZY energy: warm, inviting and just indulgent enough.
Sonoma, California
Wine, wellness & wide-open skies
This is the kind of 4th that trades parades for Pinot. In Sonoma, time slows down in the best way. Mornings start with sunlight filtering through vineyard views, followed by wine tastings that feel personal—not performative. There’s a quiet luxury in the simplicity here: breezy bike rides, gourmet picnics, spa rituals, and dinners that stretch into starry nights.
Where to Stay: Montage Healdsburg — a retreat with floor-to-ceiling windows, outdoor showers, and all the wine country magic.
Hudson Valley, New York
Design, antiques & slow mornings
A quick trip from the city—but worlds away in spirit. Hudson Valley is the kind of place where every corner feels curated. Start your day with fresh air and a scenic hike, wander into antique shops and indie bookstores, then tuck into a long lunch made with just-picked ingredients. There’s creativity in the air here, and a cozy energy that makes you want to linger.
Where to Stay: Wildflower Farms, Auberge Resorts Collection — rustic-luxe cabins with farm-to-table everything, mountain views, and interiors you’ll want to replicate at home.
Santa Fe, New Mexico
Desert light & creative soul
Santa Fe is magic. It’s in the earthy adobe walls, the scent of burning piñon, and the quiet hum of a city rooted in art, healing, and deep tradition. Spend the day exploring colorful galleries and local craft markets, then soak in a hot tub under a pink desert sky. It’s peaceful, grounding, and refreshingly out of the ordinary.
Where to Stay: Rosewood Inn of the Anasazi — timeless, textured and rooted in place. This boutique gem is all soul.
Charleston, South Carolina
History, heat & hospitality
Charleston in the summer is all charm. Picture historic homes wrapped in ivy, porch swings with iced tea, and balmy evenings that call for candlelit dinners under magnolia trees. It’s a city that makes you feel like time isn’t chasing you—where the pace is slow, the smiles are real, and indulgence comes with a side of Southern warmth.
Where to Stay: The Loutrel for modern charm or Hotel Bennett for a more classic take. Either way, expect refined comfort and that unbeatable Southern welcome.
Lake Tahoe, California/Nevada
Mountains, lakes & barefoot luxury
For those craving nostalgia with a refined twist, Tahoe delivers. Mornings paddleboarding on glassy water, afternoons exploring alpine trails, and evenings by the firepit with s’mores and chilled wine. It’s summer as you remember it—but with better sheets and no curfews.
Where to Stay: Edgewood Tahoe Resort — laid-back luxury at its finest, with panoramic views and just the right amount of indulgence.
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