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JULY 2021 PUBLISHER

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Sweet Summer Time JULY IS PRIME TIME FOR ALL OF THE BEST ACTIVITIES SUMMER HAS TO OFFER. From pool parties and backyard barbecues to baseball games and family vacations, this month reminds us to kick back and have some fun!

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Our summer issue is full of ideas for taking advantage of all the exciting events happening in Greenwich this month. Fourth of July brings us plenty of star-spangled fun, from patriotic parades to awe-inspiring fireworks displays. We’ve also included some of the best travel round ups—all within a 3 hour drive from Greenwich so you don't have to get on a plane. Local travel expert, Jolie Goldring even gives us some of this seasons best tips coming out of Covid. We’re sure you’ll find something in this issue to get you in the mood for summer fun!

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FEATURES 16 A Weekend Away at Castle Hill Inn Enjoy the stunning ocean views at Newport’s finest accommodation

18 The Ultimate Luxury Getaway 22 Worldwide Luxury at your Fingertips An uncomplicated and relaxing approach to simplify your travel planning

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26 Discover Litchfield’s Hidden Treasure: Winvian Farm

DEPARTMENTS 4

Lifestyle Letter

Good Times

Around Town

Trend Setter

Hot Spot

22 Travel Destination 26 Local’s Choice 28 Inspired By 32 Lifestyle Calendar 34 Road Trip

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GREENWICH SIDEWALK SALES ARE BACK! Greenwich's biggest shopping event of the year is back and will be held July 8th through the 11th. This popular annual event attracts shoppers to Greenwich Avenue and its nearby streets in downtown Greenwich to find savings and values on clothing, jewelry, accessories, gifts and more from participating retailers, restaurants and

NANTUCKET HOT SPOT CISCO BREWERS LAUNCHES FIRST CT LOCATION Cisco Brewers, the renowned family- and dog-

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friendly hot spot and producer of world-class beers, wines and spirits, opened its doors at The Village in Stamford Memorial Day weekend. The launch marks the Nantucket-based brewery’s first outpost in Connecticut. The authentic Cisco Brewers experience with expansive outdoor patio seating, live music and family-friendly vibes will be complemented by a first taste of small bites from The Village’s forthcoming restaurant. In addition, luxury yachting company partner Barton & Gray will be on site to welcome guests to the waterfront with a 40-foot Hinckley Talaria yacht and meet-and-greet with co-founders Tim Barton and Doug Gray. Founded near Cisco Beach in 1995 by hard-working, entrepreneurial islanders who began selling beer from their outdoor brewery, Cisco Brewers has gained a cult-like following across the Northeast, built on its laid-back, good times lifestyle.

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HOT SPOT ENJOY THE STUNNING OCEAN VIEWS AT NEWPORT’S FINEST ACCOMMODATION

ARTICLE KRISTIN BURNELL PHOTOGRAPHY CASTLE HILL INN

A W E E K E N D AWAY AT C A S TLE H I LL I N N NESTLED ON TOP OF THE PICTURESQUE SAND DUNES OF NEWPORT, RHODE ISLAND LIES CASTLE HILL INN. The luxurious accommodation features numerous amenities for its visitors. From exquisite guest rooms to choose from, restaurants, a boutique spa, and a sprawling lawn alongside the water. Castle Hill Inn offers a variety of rooms providing different types of views. Whether you are looking for room with a water view, or a hill scenery, the Inn composes the perfect New England getaway. The Lawn at Castle Hill overlooks the iconic views of Narragansett Bay. Serving lunch and dinner from Memorial Day through Columbus Day, the menu features an array of food options for

If you are looking for a new venue for your next event or wed-

patrons. Start off by having a refreshing cocktail

ding, Castle Hill Inn presents an array of exemplary atmospheres

by sitting at one of the Adirondack chairs that are

for its guests. Personal event planners from the Inn can collab-

located across The Lawn, at a first come first serve

orate with you to customize your dream wedding at the space.

basis. The Terrace Bar is another place to enjoy a

Magnificent memories can be made with your guests at the white

perfectly crafted drink on the property. You can

sandy beaches and dancing can be enjoyed under Castle Hill’s

then soak up delicious coastal food in the historic

unique sailcloth tent. The 40-acre peninsula is the perfect back-

Agassiz Mansion where the dining room resides.

drop for your next event, complete with a historic lighthouse in

Every Sunday, live jazz music is performed during

the background.

brunch right on the rolling green lawn.

Whether you are in need of a romantic getaway, or a new place

After enjoying the finest Newport dining, com-

to visit in Newport, Castle Hill Inn will not leave you disappointed.

plete the ideal R&R weekend with a stop at the

The flawless scenery can be enjoyed from all its amenities. The

boutique spa. The Retreat at Castle Hill has all

rolling green lawn is the perfect setting to enjoy your next sum-

organic products grown from the herbs and flow-

mer drink, soaking in the beauty of New England.

ers at American family farms, with most coming from the local farmlands of Rhode Island. Face and body treatments are offered leaving you feeling refreshed and well pampered. You can book appointments online through their website.

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“WITH MANY INCREDIBLE EXPERIENCES AT OCEAN HOUSE YOU DON’T HAVE TO LEAVE THE PROPERTY FOR A THING.” IN THE PEACEFUL, SERINE AND TRULY MAGICAL WORLD OF

that later. Ocean House provides fun experiences for the whole fam-

WATCH HILL SITS THE BEAUTIFUL AND ECLECTIC OCEAN

ily but some real treats for the food loving and culinary interested

HOUSE. The award winning hotel within a three hour drive from

guest. Our favorites were the lobster broils, the taco shack and the

Greenwich lives up to its hype. With so much to boast about we’re just

wine and cooking classes.

giving a sneak peak into some of the fun you can have at Ocean House. With many incredible experiences at Ocean House you don’t have

LOBSTER BOILS & BBQS

to leave the property for any activity. Well, aside to look at the beau-

Throughout the summer, a traditional Ocean House lobster boil is

tiful beach views or enjoy a lobster bake on the beach — more about

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while enjoying a buffet of Rhode Island seafood dining, grill classics and sides and listening to live music. THE TACO SHACK Think summer camp but for adults! When you head down to The Taco Shack on the beach to experience the newest al fresco culinary adventure. You can enjoy some delicious gourmet tacos—beef barbacoa or grilled jerk chicken—and an array of drinks and cocktails made with Tito’s Handmade Vodka. The best part? You’ll hop on one of their blender bikes to blend up your own frozen “Tito Rita” or other delicious summer frozen cocktails! If you want to explore the world of wine, Jonathan Feiler, Wine Director Tower Suite

and Sommelier will answer all of your questions and help you discover wines that fit your palette. Under Feiler’s direction, the Ocean House wine col-

lection includes selections from the most important growing regions and hidden gems from around the world, allowing Ocean House to offer a comprehensive hands-on wine experience that is both approachable and unpretentious for the casual wine drinker and the connoisseur alike. Ocean House has really thought of everything. With endless entertaining activities for the whole family and even the option for babysitting. At Ocean House, they offer responsible and dependable babysitting while you take time for yourself. It truly is the trip of a lifetime and perfect for the whole family.

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AN UNCOMPLICATED AND RELAXING APPROACH TO SIMPLIFY YOUR TRAVEL PLANNING

WORLDWIDE LUXURY AT YO U R F I N G E RTI P S

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trips are a thing of last year and it appears true

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PRVT is a service focused boutique private avi-

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Manager that is available 24/7 to assist you with

easier to access. Your time is more valuable than

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ever and PRVT provides you with uncompli-

From arranging in-flight catering to making last

cated, relaxing and exclusive packages that will

minute changes to your charter, they are there to

simplify your travel planning.

provide a seamless experience. PRVT has made

PRVT was created to provide the highest level

it so that your travel experience can be safe and

of service and attention. PRVT understands that

seamless from leaving your home to arriving

private aviation is a costly luxury and therefore

at your final destination. They provide ground

clients deserve a high touch experience. PRVT

transportation of any capacity and luxury level

has created unique partnerships with the high-

for your flight. PRVT trip management works

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Once on board the staff will have set up all that

urious aircraft-- regardless of where are clients

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are going. Most importantly, PRVT clients will

modations, and medical advisory services.

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PRVT has created a unique partnership with Pinnacle Care, an industry leading private medical advisory company. This exclusive relationship affords clients with access to a menu of travel medical advisory services that are not available to the general public and help ensure you can locate qualified local doctors or specialists in the event of a medical emergency during a trip booked through PRVT. A true luxury trip comes from both the travel experience and the amazing accommodations and that is where PRVT excels. They have partnered up with some of the leading resorts and private high-end developments to ensure that every minute of the travel experience is superb. PRVT staff wants to make the experience special. Whether the client is traveling to a big-time college football game, dropping kids off at college or visiting a far-off destination, nobody provides higher touch bespoke service in the private aviation business. PRVT prides itself on its word-of-mouth reputation and customer loyalty. Once you fly with PRVT you’ll never fly with anyone else.

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LOCAL’S CHOICE

CONNECTICUT,

experience Michelin-star quality cuisine by

THE HEART OF LITCHFIELD HILLS,

Executive Chef Chris Eddy, a protegee of

TRAVELERS

Alain Ducasse and Daniel Boulud.

SEEKING

TRANQUILITY

CAN FIND WINVIAN FARM. Just two

Along with the delicious meal offerings,

hours north of NYC and 2.5 hours west of

guests can treat themselves for a trip to the

Boston, the quaint getaway offers 18 lux-

soothing spa. The luxury property hones a

ury resort cottages with one magnificent

5,000 square- foot, farm-meets-urban oasis

suite for its guests. The unique property

spa that you can relish for a pampering girls

features a full working farm, the only at a

day or romantic couples retreat. Six rooms

Connecticut resort, which provides 70% of

(two with wood burning fireplaces) pro-

the menu items at Winvian Farm. You can

vide spaces for an assortment of body and

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ARTICLE KRISTIN BURNELL

PHOTOGRAPHY WINVIAN FARM

LOCATED

DI S C OV E R L I T C H F I E L D’ S

Woodlands Cottage Living Room

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facial treatments, including the coveted Biologique Recherche custom facial, a service from the top French beauty line. This countryside gem was designed by fifteen talented architects who incorporated their own vision of rustic Connecticut that is uniquely displayed throughout the designs of each cottage. All cottages range from 900-1200 square feet. They feature oversized Jacuzzi baths, rainfall steam showers, radiant heated floors, a wood burning or gas fireplace, and screened in porches. The Seth Bird House, originally constructed in the 1700s, houses the Hadley Suite, rounding the gorgeous property up to 19 accommodations. Winvian Farm provides its guests with versatile activities to partake in during their visit. From private cooking classes, an onsite heated swimming pool, hiking trails, hot air balloon rides, croquet, and complimentary bikes. The property is the perfect mix of rustic woods meets New England. A place where visitors can soak in and explore their inner wanderlust not too far from home.

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INSPIRED BY

Explore National Parks Across the U.S. 8 TOP NATIONAL PARKS TO VISIT NOW

THE UNITED STATES’ NATIONAL PARKS, WHICH ARE KNOWN FOR THEIR NATURAL WONDERS

AND

UNMATCHED

BEAUTY,

ENCOMPASS LANDS THAT HELPED SHAPE THE HISTORY OF THIS COUNTRY AND HOLD CULTURAL VALUE AND SIGNIFICANCE. The national parks invite us to stretch our imaginations—and our legs—and explore the great outdoors. This list of national parks just scratches the surface of the natural wonders to wonderlands to discover, but it includes eight of the most stunning national parks in the United States.

1. ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK Rocky Mountain National Park includes majestic mountains, abundant wildlife, incredible hiking trails and so much more. Popular activities include fishing, hiking, riding horses and bikes and enjoying the spectacular views. Wintertime brings cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and sledding. Watching wildlife, such as bighorn sheep, elk, moose and mule deer, is a popular activity as well.

YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK Located in California’s Sierra Nevada Mountains, Yosemite National Park boasts giant sequoia trees, breathtaking waterfalls, vast meadows and more. The park is home to unique rock formations like El Capitan, Half Dome and Glacier Point. Gaze in awe at Yosemite’s thousands of waterfalls, including Yosemite Falls, Ribbon Fall and Wapama Falls.

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3. YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK Yellowstone’s 2.2 million acres include colorful hot springs, awe-inspiring waterfalls, fascinating mudpots, explosive geysers, diverse wildlife and more. It is home to more hot springs and geysers than anywhere else on Earth. The oldest and largest herd of bison in the country lives at Yellowstone, as well as elk, wolves and grizzly bears.

BRYCE CANYON NATIONAL PARK Bryce Canyon National Park, located in southwestern Utah, is home to the world’s largest concentration of hoodoos on Earth. With its fascinating landscape composed of hoodoos, horseshoe-shaped amphitheaters and whimsical limestone rock formations, a visit to Bryce Canyon is often likened to a visit to another planet. This stunning landscape, formed by wind, water and snow, draws hikers, rock climbers, photographers, stargazers and cross-country skiers.

GLACIER NATIONAL PARK Glacier National Park is located on the border of Canada and the United States and is often referred to as the “Crown of the Continent.” Visitors will find more than 700 glacial lakes and many hiking trails, ranging in difficulty from easy to strenuous. Going-to-the-Sun Road, known as one of the most spectacular scenic drives in the country, is a paved, two-lane highway that divides the park into east and west regions.

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ZION NATIONAL PARK Zion National Park’s colorful sandstone cliffs, lush plateaus covered in pine and junipers, narrow canyons, the Virgin River, plus seeps, springs and waterfalls are just some of the scenic wonders here. One of Zion’s most popular hikes is known as the Narrows, the slimmest section of Zion Canyon. Other popular attractions include the Zion Canyon Scenic Drive, Angels Landing, Observation Point and Canyon Overlook Trail.

7. GRAND TETON NATIONAL PARK Wyoming’s Grand Teton National Park spans 310,000 acres and towers above the Jackson Hole Valley. The Teton Mountains, the youngest in the Rockies, are reflected majestically on the surfaces of six pristine lakes and the Snake River. Experienced climbers can summit the 13,770foot Grand Teton, and long-distance hikers can take the Paintbrush Canyon-Cascade Canyon Loop for impressive views of the mountain.

GRAND CANYON NATIONAL PARK This UNESCO World Heritage Site is 277 river miles long, up to 18 miles wide and 1 mile deep. The South Rim is home to Grand Canyon Village and Bright Angel Trail. The West Rim is home to the Grand Canyon Skywalk, a glass bridge that extends 70 feet over the edge of a cliff. The North Rim is the most remote access point, allowing visitors to experience the park firsthand through intense hiking and backpacking and thrilling river rafting.

Hopefully, this list has inspired you to start planning your next adventure. Whether the mountains are calling, your inner daredevil needs to be satiated or a scenic road trip is in order, America’s national parks are begging to be explored! 30

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set up and enjoy an evening at the

With a repertoire that is diverse and

Historical Society with live music!

influenced by well-known artists

GREENWICH TOWN FIREWORKS

Justine Goggin will be preform-

from the 1970’s through today!

ing from 6:30 to 8pm. Tickets are

Greenwich Point & Binney Park

required and can be purchased

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online

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the town fireworks have returned for 2021! The fireworks can be seen from Greenwich Point, Binney Park, or if you have a boat from the sound. The show is set to start at dusk.

14 WEDNESDAY NIGHT CONCERTS: THE SUN KINGS

28 WEDNESDAY NIGHT CONCERTS: ECHOES OF SINATRA Roger Sherman Baldwin Park

Echoes of Sinatra is a tribute band that salutes the legendary performer with stories and songs that bring back

Roger Sherman Baldwin Park

the golden era! The show captures

The Sun Kings are a popular Beatles

the emotion and the sound of this

tribute band that will be playing some of

unique period where swing was king!

your favorites from The Beatles all night!

Wednesday Night Concerts will be held

For nearly 250 years, the country

Wednesday Night Concerts will be

in Roger Sherman Baldwin Park at 7:15

has been celebrating a day in history

held in Roger Sherman Baldwin Park at

pm. The rain date for this concert is

that inspires us still today. Across

7:15 pm. The rain date for this concert is

Thursday, July 29. Free for all ages!

the country, people crowd cities for

Thursday, July 15. Free for all ages!

INDEPENDENCE DAY

parades and festivals. Families and friends also gather for some of the most mouthwatering food – large picnics and barbecues, local fairs provide a taste of culture and mom’s home cooking, too.

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Roger Sherman Baldwin Park

Enjoy Gunsmoke this Wednesday!

WEDNESDAY NIGHT CONCERTS: SOUL’D AGAIN

try artists that inspired them to keep

This popular band performs music made famous by the legendary counthe tradition and legacy alive!

Roger Sherman Baldwin Park

Wednesday Night Concerts will be held

Enjoy Soul’d Again this Wednesday!

in Roger Sherman Baldwin Park at 7:15

This popular 9-piece band boasting 4

pm. The rain date for this concert is

horns will be pouring out the sounds

Thursday, July 22. Free for all ages!

of Motown and Funk & Soul! Wednesday Night Concerts will be held in Roger Sherman Baldwin Park at 7:15 pm. The rain date for this concert is Thursday, July 8. Free for all ages!

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Jolie emphasizes this important tip, “Despite some hesitation amongst Americans we are seeing a massive increase in demand for all things summer. This includes dude ranches out west and classic New England destinations like the Cape, Martha’s Vineyard and Maine.” Booking travel now during the holiday season is especially important as many are already scheduling their festive trips.

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