Adventure travelers will appreciate the treetop ropes course, snowshoeing, kayaking, hiking and paintball, while those looking for more of a relaxing getaway can chill by the indoor or outdoor pool, play a leisurely round of golf or curl up with a good book in front of the fire in the lounge area. Skytop Lodge is perched in the Pocono Mountains on 5,500 acres of land, offering visitors plenty of nature to explore and outdoor activities to take part in year-round. The Dining Room, which serves American fare with local California flavors, is the main on-site eatery for meals. Guests have access to a rooftop pool (open seasonally), a private conference room and the 24-hour Open Kitchen, which features a pantry and refrigerator stocked with complimentary snacks and drinks. The one- and two-bedroom suites are outfitted in neutral tones of cream, tan and brown, with Nespresso coffee machines, large flat-screen TVs, stocked fridges and spacious bathrooms with separate showers and soaking tubs, plus heated floors. Recent travelers rave about their stays here, saying the staff members are kind and helpful, the food and drinks that are part of the inclusive rate are delicious, and the well-equipped accommodations allow for ultimate relaxation. With just 23 suites on-site, The Clement Palo Alto offers a quiet respite from busy Silicon Valley. This all-inclusive luxury hotel (part of the Preferred Hotels & Resorts portfolio) is situated in downtown Palo Alto, near Stanford University. Travelers say you won't regret a vacation here, citing the outstanding staff, delightful meals and fun activities as reasons to return. The property also features a pool and spa for relaxing, plus staff members can arrange for visitors to explore the nearby wineries for wine tastings. Archery, biking, fishing, family bingo, golfing, guided fishing trips, hiking, horseback riding, pickleball and ropes courses are just a few options to try out. When it comes to activities, Alisal Ranch offers pretty much anything you can imagine. In addition to traditional eateries on-site, Alisal Ranch also hosts specialty cookouts.

The property offers what it calls 'ranch-style dining,' with chefs using many ingredients from the surrounding region.

Studios, cottages and houses make up the stay options at Alisal Ranch, and the nightly rates cover breakfast and dinner, plus house wine, beer, spirits and nonalcoholic beverages. Set about 40 miles northwest of Santa Barbara, this all-inclusive ranch resort is situated on 10,500 acres of land. Cozy rooms, awe-inspiring scenery, delicious dining and a long roster of activities are just a few things that characterize Alisal Ranch.

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