As most of the country tries to keep warm during the January arctic freeze that has hit coast-to-coast, it conjures images of hot chocolate, s’mores and cozying up by a grand fireplace or around an outdoor fire pit. Numerous Destination Hotels & Resorts properties offer a great setting to warm up around the fire. Following are some great spots to warm up while the temperatures around the country have plummeted.

•    Vail Cascade in Colorado offers a unique setting along the Gore Creek where guests can warm up around multiple outdoor fire pits and a creative fire feature while listening to the water nearby.
•    A grand fireplace in the lobby at Resort at Squaw Creek sets the mood for skiers and snowboarders after a day on the slopes at Squaw Valley USA.
•    A modern fire feature with brilliant blue sea glass sets the tone for guests enjoying the Bleu Bar at the seaside L’Auberge Del Mar in California.

A great compliment to a cozy fire are s’mores. A tip for making a great s’more is putting the graham cracker with chocolate near the fire to warm up before placing the toasted marshmallow between the two pieces. Nothing is better than a s’more with warm, gooey chocolate!

Stay warm during this deep freeze and if a fire doesn’t help, check out vacation deals at Destination’s beach properties.