Michael Satterfield
TGR Staff
Lexus helping customers get out of the house and experience the American road trip. The Japanese luxury carmaker has launched what it calls “Retreats in Motion.” A five-day, four-night driving retreat allowing guests to take a scenic drive in a new 2021 Lexus IS between two of the brand’s luxury hotel partners, with curated self-care activities along the way.
The Lexus partner hotels selected for the “Retreats in Motion” program have been hand-picked for their exceptional service, beautiful design, and culinary offerings. Guests will spend two nights at each resort – with an average three-hour drive between each property – before returning to the originating hotel.
Participating hotels in the three California-based retreats include:
- Cavallo Point Lodge to Post Ranch Inn
- Bardessono Hotel & Spa to Pebble Beach Resorts
- Terranea Resort to Post Ranch Inn
For those on the East Coast, Lexus has partnered with the XV Beacon and Chatham Bars Inn in Massachusetts. If you are in the middle of the country, looks like you’ll need to fly.
Travelers are assigned a 2021 Lexus IS sport sedan at their originating hotel before embarking on a pre-planned route featuring suggested stops and wellness activities to enjoy throughout their drive. Unlike typical getaways, the “Retreats in Motion” program incorporates the vehicle as an integral part of the wellness experience. More than just transporting travelers from each partner hotel, the Lexus vehicle is a destination and sanctuary in and of itself and is equipped with a mobile wellness kit to help travelers get the most out of their journey.
In creating the program, the automaker has partnered with mindbodygreen, a health and well-being lifestyle media brand, to create custom content featuring some of the world’s most-loved wellness experts for each retreat. Highlights include podcasts on sustainability with best-selling author Jonathan Safran Foer and guided walking meditation with teacher Mary Beth LaRue, along with content covering topics from mindful eating to movement for longevity. Additionally, an immersive in-car sound bath with expert Sara Auster – designed to be played through the signature Mark Levinson sound system – helps clear energy blockages and deliver a sense of calm.
Guests are responsible for the “Retreats in Motion” registration costs and travel expenses. Fees start at $2,700 for two guests. For more information visit mindbodygreen.com/lexusretreats.
