Summer in New York is a study in contrast and cadence, a season that drifts from rooftop aperitifs to garden brunches, from gallery strolls to salt-air escapes. Whether you're beginning the day beneath Baccarat's crystal chandeliers or ending it in the hush of an Amagansett evening, the moment invites a slower rhythm, a softer glow.

This season, Baccarat Hotel New York reintroduces their exclusive summer partnership with The Roundtree, Amagansett and Flexjet. The curated escape begins with two nights of refined indulgence in Midtown, by an optional private helicopter transfer above the coastline to the East End. There, among wildflowers and whispering pines, The Roundtree offers a stay defined by barefoot elegance and coastal calm. From spa rituals to gourmet picnics, each chapter is designed to unfold with ease, offering a seamless journey from city brilliance to seaside serenity.

From Baccarat’s crystalline glow to The Roundtree’s sun-dappled stillness, this is summer as it was meant to be lived with elegance, intention, and a touch of wonder. To inspire your travels, we’ve gathered the ultimate summer guide to both destinations: what to see, where to dine, and how to savor the season in Baccarat style.
 

In the City

Start the season with art, air, and aperitifs

Spend long afternoons aloft in rooftop gardens, where skyline views meet summer air. The Met’s Roof Garden, The Press Lounge, RH Rooftop Restaurant, and Le Jardin at Baccarat Hotel New York offer elevated perspectives, perfect for early-evening cocktails. Unwind in Central Park with alfresco cinema or explore the High Line’s shifting sculptures. At Bryant Park, join an open-air yoga class or spread out a picnic as the city moves around you.

Dine with sunlight on your shoulders

From the open-air abundance of Smorgasburg to the garden terrace at ABC Kitchen, the city’s summer dining is best enjoyed beneath open skies. For river breezes and maritime charm, reserve a table at Grand Banks or The River Café, where sunset and skyline become part of the menu.

Unwind, replenish, and glow

Within Spa de La Mer, immerse yourself in ritual. Indulge in a 60-minute Bespoke Facial or Aromatherapy Massage, then retreat to a private cabana beside the marble pool. These are moments meant to linger—long after you've returned to the rhythm of the city.

In the Hamptons

Breezes, Bounty, and Barefoot Luxury

At The Roundtree, the pleasures of the season are as understated as they are exquisite. With bicycles at the ready, garden paths to explore, and curated wellness experiences available upon request, each day unfolds in harmony with the landscape. Join a meditation session beneath the trees or unwind with an in-room massage after a morning at the beach. Whether you prefer salt air or stillness, time here flows gently.

Taste the season

Make your reservation at Swifty’s, the East End icon newly returned to form, or linger over chilled oysters at Duryea’s by the dock. Camp Rubirosa offers tie-dye pizzas and rustic ambiance beneath glowing lights, while Wölffer Estate pours rosé in the shade of sprawling vines. Whatever your setting, the Hamptons table is always best shared.

Experience the icons

Plan your visit around the Hamptons Fine Art Fair (July 11–14) or the Hampton Classic Horse Show (August 25–September 1). Or simply let the day guide you—from a bike ride to Montauk Point to an afternoon among East Hampton’s boutiques, followed by a fireside evening beneath The Roundtree’s canopy of stars.