Virtual Vacation: Lumière Telluride

Take a trek back in time to Telluride — a former Victorian mining town in Colorado’s Rocky Mountains. The town’s historic district houses landmarks like the Sheridan Opera House, the Telluride Historic Museum and Victorian-era homes. This town is a delight to explore, tucked into a box canyon surrounded by 14,000-foot peaks. Telluride houses classic clapboard storefronts, boutiques, art galleries, gourmet restaurants, and so much more. It is linked to Mountain Village by a spectacular, 13-minute ride on a gondola — the first and only free public transit system of its kind. This mountain town entices visitors with alpine skiing in the winter, hiking trails year-round, as well as music and film festivals in the summer.

An intimate, European-inspired residential hotel with just 18 residences, Lumière with Inspirato is a luxury destination in Telluride with dramatic views off the mountain village. Their story is deeply intertwined with the town, providing its patrons with personalized adventures with insider knowledge. It recently took on a top-to-bottom renovation with residences that range from one to five bedrooms and feature gourmet, commercial-style kitchens, gas fireplaces, decks, as well as oversize bathrooms with soaking tubs and walk-in showers. The neutral palette creates a warm and airy atmosphere that exudes elegance. Not only does Lumière offer high-end amenities such as massage treatments, acupressure, warm and cold splash pools, and top-notch concierge services; but they also provide guests a seamless ski valet and equipment rental through a partnership with Black Tie Ski Rentals. Visitors can arrange fittings in their room, as well as a myriad of equipment available on-site. Lumière is the quintessential destination for discovery and exploration.

The LATHER Aromatherapy Collection features the perfect products for an escape to the mountains. Essential oil of yuzu, a rare Japanese citrus fruit, is blended with bergamot, tangerine, grapefruit and others to create a purifying and uplifting aroma. The addition of lavender, mint, thyme and fresh fruits will have you feeling revitalized and restored, a compliment to the Rocky Mountain’s clean, crisp air. Each product is made to soothe, soften and invigorate so visitors of Lumière can indulge in a more luxurious experience.