Fall - 2022

incorporate seasonal fruits and local ingredients as well. Dining at the resort can be arranged anywhere, including in your guestroom or on your private veranda or balcony, even a picnic can be assembled for a leisurely meal to enjoy out in nature. In addition to The Sur House, the all-inclusive program allows guests to dine at the Big Sur Smoke House, just off of Highway One at the entrance of the resort. The Spa Alila’s connection to nature creates a soothing respite amidst the already peacefully serene resort. In the recent renovation, BraytonHughes incorpo- rated new redwood view outdoor treatment areas with beautiful copper soaking tubs where spa guests can luxuriate in nature. Spa offerings include skin care, body treatments and energy work as well as massage and bodywork. In addi- tion to traditional treatments, the spa offers an array of private activities very much in-line with the Big Sur vibe, including astrology readings, essence portraits, astro soma and transforma- tion kinesiology. The new Alila Ventana Big Sur provides an excellent opportunity to escape and immerse yourself in the beauty of Big Sur’s wilderness with all the amenities of a luxury resort. Through intention and mindfulness, the resort has stayed true to its bohemian roots, maintain- ing its authenticity and strong sense of place, something that could have easily been lost through ownership and management changes. And that is by design, according to Ley, “One of the tenets that is really important to the Alila brand is to really promote the locality of where we are, so we look for ways to infuse Big Sur into who we are but also look for opportunities to introduce our guests to Big Sur as well, and that’s through forming partnerships and rela- tionships with the people who are here. I think that weaves back into this idea that Big Sur andVentana are forever linked.” From the sourcing of local ingredients to the out of this world activities and offerings pro- vided by local experts, the resort draws from the nature and spirit of Big Sur to create a haven for guests to reconnect with nature and themselves in a little piece of paradise, right in our own backyard. Alila Ventana Big Sur is located at 48123 Highway One in Big Sur. For more information, visit www.ventanabigsur.com or call 800/628-6500 172 C A R M E L M A G A Z I N E • F A L L 2 0 2 2 The beautiful redwood view outdoor treatment areas at Spa Alila immerse guests in nature for their spa treatments. The BraytonHughes design includes copper soaking tubs strategically positioned to maximize the fantastic redwood views. Along with its refreshed interiors, the newly branded resort’s offerings also compliment the location’s supreme natural beauty and rich artistic history.