With towering redwood trees, aromatic pines, jagged promontories, a boisterous sea and an earthy atmosphere that encourages experimentation and soul-searching, Big Sur, along California’s legendary Highway 1, emits a mystic quality. Sacred to Native Americans in former times, a portal for all soul seekers to this day, it can feel like a place to begin an inner journey — or just to relax and have fun. Enter award-winning Post Ranch Inn, a rustically elegant outpost, dedicated not only to recharging your spirit, but feeding you well, spoiling you in unfussy luxury and supporting your goals with some of the best spa treatments in the US. Try the Shaman Journey session, where a guide connects you with ancient wisdom and surrounding nature. Settle into The Post House, two-bedrooms, 1,800-sq-ft oasis of grandeur with kitchen and designer appliances, a media room, and dining room. The master bedroom and living area open to a huge backyard and patio area, enlivened with a hot tub.