California

Where else can nature and culture be orchestrated into such an exhilarating trip? The opportunities are unlimited.

Have lunch in San Francisco’s bustling Chinatown, the find yourself touring a vineyard or paddling a kayak in the Napa Valley less than 2 hours later.

End the day with sweeping city views or a cottage nestled in a Redwood Forest, both only minutes from the Golden Gate Bridge.

Our Winning Combination

The Virtuoso network of the finest hotels, resorts, spas and local contacts providing top value on “the best of the best”. Upgrades, preferred rates and special amenities are standard.

Our passion to deliver the unexpected and delightful, to maximize the pleasure in any trip.

Personal engagement makes travel unforgettable, no matter what the destination.

As co-founders with the quilting guilds and Ministry of Arts and Culture of French Polynesia,
we proudly present:

The Tahitian Quilting Exchange
San Francisco
Fall 2011

The creators of Tahiti’s colorful and iconic “tifaifai” textiles make a historic visit to the Bay Area in conjunction with the Pacific International Quilt Festival Oct 13-16

-Simultaneous exhibitions, quilting bees, excursions and festivities in a variety of locations -Quilters’ exchange of materials, methods and inspiration -Cross-cultural textile creations displayed in both Tahiti and the USA -Ongoing exchange program of friendship, art and cultural enrichment

Everyone is invited to participate, as our guests in Tahiti, San Francisco or from your home community. Inquire about internships and committees. [Click here for more...]

Wine Country
Napa and Sonoma

From a weekend getaway to a month in a villa
We’ll make every moment fun and interesting.

  • Innovative and Exclusive Private Tours
  • Honeymoons in Wine Country
  • Cooking and Gardening
  • Spa and Well-being Workshops
  • Luxury Camping
  • Hiking, Biking and Adventure Sports
  • Environmental Programs for all ages

Retreats for artists and writers...

...enriched by ecological exploration with experts from The Monterey Bay Aquarium and...

...The California Academy of Sciences' Steinhart Aquarium, Natural History Museum and Morrison Planetarium are open every day of the year including all holidays.

and that’s just in Golden Gate Park, San Francisco.

Then there’s Big Sur, Carmel... From Joshua Tree to Yosimite


 

Santa Barbara

Our exclusive wine tastings
and vineyard tours
Private gardens and cuisine
Spas, Yoga

A personal welcome:

A bit of Britain fits naturally in the relaxed but refined atmosphere of Santa Barbara.

Have tea with Angela Torin of Hampstead Village, and enjoy our Virtuoso perks at the legendary San Ysidro Ranch.

Fine British goods in the heart of Santa Barbara
at Hampstead Village

Shutters On The Beach, Santa Monica

Los Angeles

From the magnificent Getty Center to small off-beat collections and performances, the fine arts flourish in LA, alongside endless enticements both natural and cultural

Special Events and Exhibitions

  • Private Gardens and Estates
  • The Beaches and Canyons
  • Fashion and Entertainment
  • The Cultural Melting Pot
  • Spa, Sports and Well-being

Whether your idea of the perfect guide is a personal shopper, art historian, art critic or marine biologist, we’ll max out the enjoyment of every minute in LA. You decide the mix.

The LA Connection Pre and Post Crossing - By ship or plane, punctuate that trip across the Pacific Ocean with a day or two well-spent in Los Angeles

Contact: info@cristacarr.com

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