Mountain retreats, seaside escapes, and more dreamy getaways.

Cameron Reynolds

Resorts are the ultimate get-away-from-it-all vacation.

The survey was fielded from July 10 to August 21, 2024, and had over 10,000 respondents.

Omni Grove Park Inn & Spa

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greenbrier.com, 101 W Main St, White Sulphur Springs, WV 24986

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Located between the Kiawah River and the Atlantic Ocean, the island is also a nature lovers paradise.

Most of The Sanctuarys well-appointed rooms have balconies that seamlessly bring the beauty of the outdoors in.

The Greenbrier

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kiawahresort.com, 1 Sanctuary Beach Dr, Kiawah Island, SC 29455

8. ritzcarlton.com, Amelia Island Pkwy, Amelia Island, FL 32034

6. jekyllclub.com, 371 Riverview Dr, Jekyll Island, GA 31527

5. marriott.com, One Grand Blvd, Point Clear, AL 36564

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The hotel is a marvel too.

marriott.com, 2800 Opryland Dr, Nashville, TN 37214

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The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort

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Sea Island

Sea Island, Georgia

Located on a private island, this secluded resort is a luxurious escape.

Or just listen to the tide while lying on a covered daybed thats conveniently situated steps from the sea.

seaisland.com, 100 Cloister Dr, Sea Island, GA 31561

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SOUL OF SUMMER Blackberry Farm Barn

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After recovering from Hurricane Helene, the opulent, castle-like inn is back to pampering guests at every turn.

Enjoy easy access to the sprawling grounds and stunning panoramic vistas of the Blue Ridge Mountains.

biltmore.com, 1 Antler Hill Rd, Asheville, NC 28803

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The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island

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Known for its spectacular views and underground spa, the property dates back to 1913.

As guests sheltered in place, Omni employees snapped into action.

It was truly all hands on deck, says Isabel Miller, the hotels director of marketing and communications.

Crane Cottage at the Jekyll Island Club Resort was once a private getaway.

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Throughout the crisis, staffers kept everyone safe while maintaining the same high level of service and hospitality.

The servers were fantastic.

They had to pivot and adapt to the changes in the dining area and did a wonderful job.

Grand Hotel

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omnihotels.com, 290 Macon Ave, Asheville, NC 28804

Gaylord Opryland atrium

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The Cloister (Sea Island, GA)

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The Inn on Biltmore Estate

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