Our Top Picks for Destination Experiences

On the first Saturday of December each year, the Town of Middleburg comes alive with a holiday experience like no other. The centerpiece is the iconic Middleburg Hunt Review, where horseback riders and a pack of hounds parade down the main street. Often likened to a scene from a Hallmark Christmas movie, Middleburg turns into a winter wonderland, offering a variety of festive activities and events that capture the spirit of the season.

Nestled next to Salamander Washington DC, experience The Wharf Ice Rink—DC's only rink set over water. From November to February, head to Transit Pier outside The Anthem to glide across the ice. Bring your own skates or rent a pair rink-side, and enjoy breathtaking views of the waterfront and monuments. Afterward, warm up with hot drinks and seasonal delights from the nearby restaurants and shops.

Located at 404 King Street in the heart of historic downtown Charleston, Marsh & Magnolia is a custom hat bar experience like no other. Located at street level of Hotel Bennett, this unique destination allows guests to collaborate with expert hat stylists to design a felt or straw hat tailored just for them. Founded by native Charlestonians, Marsh & Magnolia is dedicated to helping customers craft unforgettable memories through the art of personalized hat-making.

Half Moon has teamed up with Worthy Park, Jamaica's oldest continuously operating distillery, located in the heart of Lluidas Vale, to create a signature rum blend. The Special Barrel series, crafted exclusively for Half Moon and its guests, is selected from a 14-year-aged cask and made with all local ingredients, using the traditional pot still method. The label, inspired by Half Moon’s Lester’s Bar, adds a unique touch to this handcrafted rum. Delight in local rum tastings and cocktails that showcase the exceptional quality of these exclusive blends.

This winter, Aspen Meadows Resort transforms Anderson Park into a festive Winter Wonderland, available daily from 3:00 to 5:00 pm, December 22–31. Cozy up on hay bales with blankets as you enjoy the magical tunes of carolers from the Aspen Historical Society and Palace Productions. Build snowmen, savor sweet s’mores by the firepit, and warm up with hot cocoa or mulled wine from our outdoor bar. On December 22, experience a special Reindeer Village with carolers to add extra holiday cheer.

Refine your skills at the renowned Innisbrook Golf Institute, the ideal place for students to focus on the finer mechanics and techniques of the game. Led by Director of Instruction Dawn Mercer, a Class-A PGA Professional with over 30 years of teaching experience and recognized as one of Golf for Women Magazine’s "Top 50 Female Instructors," the institute offers expert guidance. Improve your game with advanced instructional methods, including video and computer swing and putting analysis, as well as top-tier equipment. Junior golf camps are also available to help young players enhance their skills.