Here are three morsels—from new accommodations to biking adventures in Bali—you’ll want to savor over the weekend.
Hill Climb Bike Challenge at COMO Shambhala Estate, Bali
Guests of COMO Shambhala Estate looking for adventure and a great workout can sign up for the Hill Climb Bake Challenge. The challenge starts up hill towards Kintamani, a village on the western edge of Gunang Batur, and finishes with a downhill ride back to the estate. There are multiple routes to choose from including a 24-mile ride, which takes guests on the subak lane trail. The subak trail includes visits to some of the area’s most beautiful rice terraces and small traditional villages, dotted with craft studios and cafes. The excursion includes an estate guide, water, bike helmet, and gloves. comohotels.com/en/comoshambhalaestate
Crush Season with The Lodge at Sonoma
Surrounded by picturesque vineyards and colorful fall foliage, harvest season—also known as “crush” season—is the perfect time for a romantic getaway to The Lodge at Sonoma in Northern California’s wine country. Couples seeking a playful way to immerse themselves in crush season can book the Crush with Your Crush package. Available exclusively for the resort’s cozy cottages, tucked away within the property’s lush grounds, couples can revel in each other’s company while enjoying all things wine. marriott.com
Diamond Head Tower Debuts
The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Waikiki Beach will debut the Diamond Head Tower on Oct. 15, signifying the completion of the resort. The opening will include 245 additional luxurious residences to complement the existing 307-residence Ewa Tower along with unobstructed ocean views, a second resort infinity pool, expanded spa, gourmet market, children’s facility, and the addition of 22,000 sq. ft. of meeting and event space. Upon completion of Diamond Head Tower, The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Waikiki Beach will boast 36,000 sq. ft. of total venue space and will be the only resort in Waikiki with two infinity pools, both of which are the highest in the area. Additionally, the resort will have the largest number of luxury suites on the island of Oahu. ritzcarlton.com
