As Labor Day rolled in, so did a wave of last-minute fall getaway requests — and we love it. In the past few weeks, we’ve been busy planning spontaneous trips for clients eager to reconnect with loved ones. With the kids back in school, fall travel tends to shift: instead of family vacations with little ones, we’re seeing adult-only escapes — couples sneaking away, families with college-age kids syncing schedules, and siblings carving out time with parents.
Fall is one of the best seasons to travel: fewer crowds, better pricing, and blissfully cooler weather. From a honeymoon in Tahiti to an adult-family road trip through Norway’s fjords, to springtime treks in Patagonia, here’s some inspiration for your next last-minute fall getaway.
Tahiti
Fall is one of the dreamiest times to visit Tahiti. It’s considered low season, which means fewer crowds and more favorable rates — without compromising on the perfect weather.
Nellie team member Cynthia recently returned from an extensive scouting trip, covering over 10 properties. Her standouts:
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The Brando – A Nellie favorite for ultimate privacy, eco-luxury, and private-island vibes.
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Four Seasons Bora Bora – Iconic overwater villas with a social, glamorous energy.
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Moorea – A gem for adventurers who favor four-star lodging, where Cynthia swam with turtles and scoped out the best snorkeling spots.
When you book Tahiti through us, you get more than beautiful rooms — you get access to our firsthand scouting, from which overwater villas feel most private to which local guides run the best lagoon tours.
Norway
Norway is having a moment — and for good reason. Every season brings something magical: we’ve had clients get engaged under the Northern Lights, families tackle the epic Trolltunga hike, and this fall, an adult family embark on a road trip through Southern Norway’s fjords.
Our itineraries include insider touches you won’t find in guidebooks:
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A private orchard hike ending in a seasonal lunch high above the fjords.
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A RIB fjord safari with cider tasting at family-run farms producing award-winning ciders, protected by a geographic designation much like Champagne.
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Wellness experiences like floating sauna rafts on the fjords — part of Norway’s proud spa tradition.
Because we know Norway deeply, we can craft a custom journey that balances bucket-list sights with intimate, off-the-map experiences.
Patagonia
While fall settles in up north, spring awakens Patagonia. It’s the perfect time to lace up your hiking boots as trails open and the landscape bursts into color.
For our clients, we’ve arranged:
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Guided mini-trekking directly on the Perito Moreno glacier — crampons included.
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Access to Explora El Chaltén, with its network of exclusive guided treks inside a private conservation reserve.
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Stays at EOLO Patagonia’s Spirit, an intimate estancia-style lodge where mountain views stretch endlessly and every detail is curated for comfort.
Whether you’re chasing bucket-list treks or looking for luxury lodges with views that defy belief, Patagonia in spring is one of the most rewarding shoulder-season adventures.
Closer to Home
Not looking to travel far? Some of our favorite U.S. properties are ideal for a quick reset:
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Paws Up (Montana) – Rustic‑chic wilderness luxury.
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Southall Farm & Inn (Franklin, TN) – A 325‑acre luxury working farm
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Mii Amo (Arizona) – A soulful spa escape in red-rock country.
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Mayflower Inn & Spa (Connecticut) – A serene countryside retreat perfect for fall foliage
And here’s the Nellie difference: when you book through us, you’re more than a reservation number. Our relationships in the industry mean you skip ahead of the Amex Platinum crowd (millions of them!) to the front of the upgrade line. We also take care of those details that make or break a trip — like snagging the best restaurant tables or spa appointments before they sell out.
Because nothing should come between you and your much-needed fall escape. 🍂