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All Things Autumn
7places to fall inlove with fall foliage COMPILED BY KIMBERLY WILSON
It ’ s time to pull out your jeans and sweaters and get ready for the new season . From leaf peeping and hiking to bonfires and horseback riding , there are plenty of activities to get you in the mood for fall . If you ’ re looking to travel this season , we ’ ve got you covered . So , sit back , relax and imagine breathing in cool , crisp air while checking out our list of favorite fall destinations .
TWIN FARMS BARNARD , VT .
In autumn , the state of Vermont comes to life with bursting colors of red , orange and yellow everywhere , especially as seen from your whimsical cottage tucked away in the Twin Farms ’ secluded woodlands . Situated on 300 acres oflush meadowlands and overlooking the Green Mountains in Barnard , Twin Farms is a resort where nature meets luxury . It features 20 distinctive lodgings with king-size feather beds and sitting areas with wood-burning fireplaces that open onto screened porches . The five-star property ’ s cuisine reflects the changing seasons , inspired by Vermont ’ s finest produce , and Twin Farms ’ estate-grown herbs , fruits and vegetables .
INTERCONTINENTAL WASHINGTON D . C . — THE WHARF WASHINGTON , D . C .
This luxury hotel , which opened in October 2017 , offers spacious guest rooms with unrivaled views of the Potomac River and the changing colors of the surrounding foliage--a beautiful contrast to the surrounding public spaces . In mid-2018 , the hotel debuted a new rooftop pool complex and L ’ Occitane spa . While it will be too cold to swim , guests will have a prime leaf-peeping spot and can retreat down to the spa to warm up with a variety of fall-inspired spa treatments .
COURTESY OF THE RESORTS
36 FALL 2018 WAYNE MAGAZINE