There’s something special about October. The leaves turn orange and crunchy, the air turns crisp and a pervasive coziness reigns. It’s the perfect time to take a few days off for a long weekend to experience fall (and maximize your PTO). 

I've collated a few getaways perfect for a long weekend, whether you want to go full fall or venture off somewhere warm and more tropical. When you’re ready, reach out to plan, book and get the most out of your trip.

Sometimes a vacation calls for a bit more room. That’s where residences come in. With a residence, you get the best of both worlds: tons of space, plus the service and amenities of a five-star hotel. You’re on vacation, after all, and sometimes you want extra space to unwind. Plus, residences are especially great for families or group trips.

Below, I’ve rounded up 10 of my favorite residences, some of which are part of a traditional hotel, others of which are stand-alone getaways operated by Fora's partners. Regardless, each property is expansive, beautifully designed and equipped with an impressive array of amenities to ensure your stay with a larger group is nothing short of excellent. 

Hotel Jerome, Auberge Resorts Collection is an Aspen institution. The 130-year-old historic hotel — part of National Register of Historic Places, no less — draws savvy travelers and in-the-know locals alike. Its original owner, Jerome B. Wheeler, was a business mogul, with a hand in banking, mining and railroads. He opened the hotel in 1889. Today, it’s difficult to think of a more perfect (or more stylish) homebase from which to explore the town and its stunning natural surroundings. Auberge, as usual, knocks it out of the park.

The location itself is prime: the hotel is found right on Main Street, in the bustling downtown Aspen, within walking distance of charming restaurants and boutiques. From its old-west design to its food to its wellness and experience offerings, Hotel Jerome never fails to blow visitors away. 

Whether you’re checking into a boutique hotel in Santorini or indulging in a luxury stay in New York City, sometimes the best part of a hotel is its swimming pool. Today’s hotel pools run the gamut from indoor pools to outdoor pools, infinity pools to private plunge pools. Some hotel pools mirror their surroundings, designed as an extension of the natural landscape. Other hotel pools are all about those panoramic vistas and sunset views. Some hotels offer guest rooms with whirlpools, outdoor swimming pools or hot tubs, while other hotel pools are so over-the-top, they bring everything you could want (a swim-up bar, cabanas, daybeds, cocktails and television screens) to you poolside. Be it an adult-only pool in Las Vegas or a romantic pool carved into a cliffside in Greece, these are the best hotel pools in the world.