Father’s Day Escapes: From Golf Greens to Mountain Retreats and More

Father’s Day is just around the corner.

Is a Father’s Day travel gift that matches your Dad’s passion on this year’s calendar?

Whether he’s a golf aficionado, an outdoor enthusiast, a sports fanatic, or a music lover, there’s a perfect destination waiting to create unforgettable memories.

For The Golf Lover:

The Quail| Carmel Valley, California

This Father’s Day, the Quail invites Dads and their families to celebrate on their award-winning greens. The property’s Stay and Play Package bundles a night’s stay and an 18-hole round of golf for up to two players inclusive of shared cart and practice balls. Known for its playability, pristine conditions and beautifully manicured greens, The Quail also offers a dynamic Golf Academy led by Katherine Marren, PGA Director of Instruction, that provides a variety of learning experiences for golfers of all ages and abilities.

Big Cedar Lodge | Ridgedale, Missouri

The sprawling resort in the Ozarks, Big Cedar Lodge, is home to America’s next great golf destination and the perfect Father’s Day getaway. Along with 4,600 acres of wilderness and ample outdoor activities, the nature retreat boasts five award-winning golf courses, including Payne’s Valley, the first public access course designed by Tiger Woods’ TGR Design. To note, all five of the resort’s golf courses meet key industry sustainability standards and are Audubon International Signature Sanctuary courses. The Payne’s Valley Golf Cottages range from 1-4 bedrooms and feature on-site dining, wood burning fireplaces, private patio with gas grill, epic views of Payne’s Valley and Mountain Top, plus access to Big Cedar’s swimming pools, activities, and so much more. The Cottages can also be booked in conjunction with tee times, which are currently one of the most coveted activity reservations on-property.

Keswick Hall | Charlottesville, Virginia

Originally built in 1912, Keswick Hall is a two-hour drive from Washington, D.C. and one-hour drive from Richmond, Virginia and with a stunning Full Cry Golf Course is the perfect place to bring your Dad this Father’s Day. Consistently ranked as one of the top courses in the U.S. by major golf magazines, the 18-hole course blends modern golf architecture with the rolling topography of Virginia’s countryside. One of the last Pete Dye designed golf courses, give your Dad the gift of this one-of-a-kind experience. Nestled in the heart of the Virginia Piedmont region, in a centuries-old community known for its over 30 wine vineyards and a lush, rolling countryside, the Forbes Five-Star resort is a historic landmark boasting a rich cultural past. Buttressed by the Blue Ridge Mountains, Keswick Hall recently reopened after a four-year closure and top-to-bottom renovation, debuting an award-winning golf course, brand-new spa, picture-perfect infinity pool, 80 sumptuous guestrooms and suites, and a culinary program overseen by Jean-Georges making for a relaxing, yet adventure filled stay for your golf-loving Dad.

Primland, Auberge Resorts Collection | Meadow of Dan, Virginia 

Located on 12,000 sprawling acres atop Virginia’s Blue Ridge Mountains, Primland, Auberge Resorts Collection, is a majestic mountain retreat that provides a truly one-of-a-kind experience and perfect golf retreat this Father’s Day. Golfers at all levels will enjoy Primland’s 18-hole, Audubon-certified course, opened in 2006 by renowned golf course architect, Donald Steel. The championship Highland Golf Course at Primland combines challenging golf with breathtaking scenery. For those seeking added privacy, the expansive property boasts standalone cottages along the golf course and chalet-like cabins dispersed throughout the property, as well as remote treehouse suites perched high above the valley.

Madeline Hotel & Residences, Auberge Resorts Collection | Telluride, Colorado

While enjoying a luxury stay at Madeline Hotel & Residences, Auberge Resorts Collection, Telluride’s only five-star accommodation, fathers can spend a leisurely day at Telluride Golf Club with the iconic Rockies as their backdrop. Just a five-minute drive from the Madeline, Telluride Golf Club is among the highest elevation golf courses in the world, creating less resistance for the ball during flight and resulting in soul-satisfying longer drives. Atop the Turkey Creek Mesa and tucked within the highest concentration of 13,000 and 14,000-foot peaks in the US, the 18-hole par 70, 6,546-yard course is home to stunning views guaranteed to take anyone’s breath away.

For The Outdoorsman:

Shore Lodge | McCall, Idaho

A McCall landmark since 1948, Shore Lodge is an award-winning 77-room lakefront resort located in the heart of the region’s prized Salmon River Mountains. For outdoorsy dads, the resort offers off-the-beaten-path adventures including; ATV excursions, white-water rafting, rock climbing, water activities like wake surfing, boating to private beaches, cliff jumping, zip lining, paddle boarding, kayaking and more, skiing, snowshoeing, sledding, hot springs, mountain biking, endless hiking trails, bird watching and unique shopping in the town’s picture-perfect downtown. After a day spent in the mountain air, dads can relax in one of the property’s heated outdoor pools, or enjoy a spa treatment at the award-winning spa, The Cove.

Greenhorn Ranch | Quincy, California

Greenhorn Ranch is the ultimate destination for outdoor enthusiasts seeking adventure in a breathtaking natural setting to celebrate Father’s Day. Tucked away in the majestic Sierra Nevada mountains in the rather undiscovered region of the “Lost Sierras,” the premier guest ranch offers a playground for nature lovers. Families seeking to retreat to the great outdoors can explore scenic trails on horseback, revel in the thrill of fly-fishing in pristine lakes, and embark on hiking adventures that reveal stunning vistas at every turn. Adrenaline surges can also be channeled through mountain biking, skeet shooting, and hatchet throwing.

Hotel Jerome, Auberge Resorts Collection | Aspen, Colorado

One-of-a-kind adventure experiences await for families traveling to Aspen this Father’s Day at the storied Hotel Jerome, Auberge Resorts Collection, whose doors have welcomed visitors and locals since its opening in 1889. With breathtaking alpine vistas, backcountry excursions and adrenaline-packed offerings, highlights include stand-up paddleboarding down the Colorado River, rock climbing Independence Pass, a sunrise hot air balloon ride, authentic Colorado fly fishing with Wild Willow Outfitters, whitewater rafting infamous Colorado rapids, paragliding off the side of Ajax Mountain and much more. Golf-loving dads can also spend some time on the green at Aspen Golf Club, just only two miles away from Hotel Jerome and surrounded by white-tipped mountains.

ig Cypress Lodge | Memphis, Tennessee

Dads can enjoy a rustic nature retreat this Father’s Day in downtown Memphis at Big Cypress Lodge, which takes “city glamping” to a whole new level. Fun-filled activities for the family include exploring the 535,000 square-foot Bass Pro Shops featuring the Cypress Swamp teeming with fish and alligators, having some friendly competition at the underwater-themed bowling alley, practicing one’s aim at the archery range, and riding up the Sky High Ride to dine at two 28-story tall sky-high culinary outlets, offering an outdoor observation deck boasting panoramic views of the Memphis skyline and Mississippi River.

Bishop’s Lodge, Auberge Resorts Collection | Santa Fe, New Mexico

Give Dads the gift of adventure and activity with a fly fishing itinerary from Bishop’s Lodge, Auberge Resorts Collection, a beloved historical landmark turned luxury resort in Santa Fe. Northern New Mexico—with its large rivers, high mountain spring creeks, lakes, and various types of waters—is an excellent year-round destination for fly fishing, and Bishop’s Lodge is home to an onsite Orvis-outfitted Fly Fishing Outpost and casting stream. The resort boasts a great offering of fly fishing excursions for guests ranging from novice or experienced as well as special family-tailored experiences. Additionally, celebrate Father’s Day with an offsite, guided excursion to the area’s best private ranches and preserves, such as Bar x Bar Ranch and Valles Caldera National Preserve.

The Inn at Mattei’s Tavern, Auberge Resorts Collection | Los Olivos, California

Opened in February 2023 in charming Los Olivos, The Inn at Mattei’s Tavern, Auberge Resorts Collection features 67 luxury guest rooms and cottages that blend the simplicity of modern farmhouse design with the eclectic style of nearby ranch life. For Father’s Day, treat dad to a weekend of adventure from mastering the art of basic horse riding and roping skills at cowboy camp to ziplining in the heart of the picturesque Santa Ynez Valley and learning how to create craft cocktails using locally infused vinegar. Additionally, Dad can enjoy a culinary program that elevates the Central Coast and celebrates the seasonal flavors of Los Olivos at an open-air destination restaurant, along with multiple other eateries, an outdoor pool with a welcoming poolside bar, cabanas and firepits and a signature spa.

For The Sports Lover:

Bowie House, Auberge Resorts Collection | Fort Worth, Texas 

Fort Worth’s newest luxury hotel, Bowie House, Auberge Resorts Collection, combines soulful design elements of the West with modern, art-filled finishes, invoking a lavish urban retreat bursting with character and cowboys. Bowie House offers visiting families and dads a base for exploring the Wild West, where they can pick up a custom cowboy hat and boots and get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the world’s largest domed structure and America’s Team. AT&T Stadium becomes more than the home of the Dallas Cowboys with the hotel’s “Up Close with The Cowboys” package, where Bowie House guests can spend the afternoon throwing the ball on the same field as this iconic football team and admire the works of esteemed artists displayed throughout the stadium; a perfect Father’s Day gift for the football lover in your life.

Hotel Commonwealth | Boston, Massachusetts 

Steps from America’s beloved Fenway Park sits premier luxury hotel and the Official Hotel of the Boston Red Sox, Hotel Commonwealth. Ideal for the baseball-loving Father, guests can book the Family of Fans package which includes an overnight stay, the ultimate photo opp at Fenway Park with mascot Wally the Green Monster, Pavilion section seating, a family welcome message on the Fenway Park scoreboard, personalized matching Red Sox jerseys and more. The cherry on the sundae for any baseball fan is a stay in one of Hotel Commonwealth’s renowned baseball-themed guest rooms, from the park-facing Fenway guest rooms to the Fenway Park Suite or Baseball Suite surrounded by Red Sox memorabilia. The home of spirited luxury and Boston style, Hotel Commonwealth and its Family of Fans experience is sure to delight fans both young and young-at-heart this Father’s Day.

For The Music Fan:

The Hermitage Hotel | Nashville, Tennessee

A National Historic Landmark set in the heart of Downtown Nashville, The Hermitage Hotel has recently completed a top-to-bottom redesign and restoration, ushering in a new era for the storied hotel. This Father’s Day, The Hermitage Hotel is providing Dad’s with the perfect gift: The Hermitage Hotel’s Suite Experience. With access to an exclusive luxury box on the 40-yard line of Nashville’s renowned concert venue, guests will enjoy two box seats in The Hermitage Hotel’s private suite at the stadium, refreshments upon arrival, and food and beverage during the game. Additionally, enjoy a “Dad and Me” Afternoon Tea featuring live music, light bites, whisky, and a shoe shine in the iconic men’s bathroom, perfect to create everlasting memories. (Reservations here)