The cultural events you’ll experience during your vacation are as diverse as the Chateaux Society destinations. Each trophy estate is in a location that has its own special personality that you will get to know and love – a culture you can experience again and again. 

Vail

Vail Valley (including towns of Vail, Avon, Edwards, Minturn, Eagle and the resort of Beaver Creek) is a culturally rich community where you can experience year-round, world-class events that appeal to international jet-setters just as much as they appeal to the laid-back locals:

• Internationally acclaimed outdoor music and theatre festivals set in the heart of the majestic Colorado Rocky Mountains featuring world renowned talent such as the New York Philharmonic.
• International Dance Festival Summer Series presents unforgettable performances by stars of international ballet companies, ballroom’s best, and even hip-hop from New York.
• Free blues, reggae, and rock n’ roll Concerts.
• The Colorado Music Alliance classical music festivals showcase symphonic, chamber and opera world-class talents in a variety of venues. 
• The Vilar Center for the Arts in Beaver Creek presents a variety of year-round performances, such as jazz, comedy, dance, film, musicals, theatre, family shows and more in a 530-seat theatre.
• Taste of Vail Wine & Culinary Festival, ranked as one of the top three arts-and-entertainment events in the United States by the Luxury Institute.

Vail Valley truly celebrates the Chateau lifestyle with fine dining, prestigious art galleries, international cultural events, fashionable shops that all contribute to the premier status of this major destination.

Kauai

The Kauai lifestyle is the epitome of a beach culture where minds are enriched by relaxation, appreciation of the natural beauty, and the activities on land and sea that provide physical expressions of joy. However, there are opportunities to soak up some of the local culture and traditions and when you need a break from soaking up the sun.

• Luaus celebrating traditional Hawaiian food and dances.
• Koloa Plantation Days. A week-long event honoring the multi-cultural sugar plantation heritage of Kauai’s South Shore.
• National Tropical Botanic Gardens.
• Weekly Art festivals and Craft Fairs that feature local artists.
• Hawaiina Festival that highlights the customs, crafts, and spirit of the native people of Hawaii.
• Garden Island Orchid Show exhibiting the abundance of exotic flowers of the islands.
• Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar Festival highlighting some of the most famous performers throughout the islands.
• Kauai City College Performing Arts Center offering special concerts, events, and performances of well-known entertainers from around the country.
• The Mokihana Festival celebrating the arts and culture of Hawaii.
• Kokee Natural History Museum.

No matter how you enjoy the beauty and culture of this tropical paradise, you will forever be enriched by the “Aloha Spirit”: friendly acceptance and the joyful sharing of life.  

Lake Tahoe

An escape to Lake Tahoe doesn’t mean you have to compromise your cultural interests. This is an area rich in opportunities to experience a wide array of events ranging from celebrations of historical value to sophisticated happenings of national renown. 

• Lake Tahoe Food & Wine Festival showcasing cuisine from the region’s favorite restaurants, and West Coast and international wineries, Concurs d'Elegance and Wooden Boat Week. A Tahoe Yacht Club week of wood boat celebrations.
• Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival.
• Nevada Opera.
• International performance artists’ live concerts.
• The Animal Art & Wine Festival at Squaw Valley U.S.A. An event combining the experience of fine wines and fine art to benefit the Humane Society.
• Lake Tahoe Historical Society Museum.
• Numerous art galleries featuring the work of local and national artists.
• Major Casinos and entertainment centers.

Lake Tahoe is a destination for those who want to live life to the fullest. Experiencing life at Lake Tahoe doesn’t’ end with the limitless water and mountain sports: the cultural and regional attractions only add to the excitement of the Lake Tahoe chateau lifestyle.

Scotland

The Kingdom of Fife is the home of ancestral Scottish Monarchs for over six centuries. Since the mid-1100s, visitors have found St. Andrews to be an enchanting destination because of its religious, historical and scenic appeal. Modern day St. Andrews also provides unique cultural attractions.

• St. Andrews Aquarium.
• St. Andrews Botanic Gardens.
• Byre Theatre presenting a variety of dramatic, comedy, dance, and opera productions. 
• St. Andrews Music Club Chamber Music Concerts.
• St. Andrews Festival, a week filled with celebrations of the culture and cuisine of Scotland.
• Craigtoun Park, a salute to the culture of St. Andrews featuring adventures for youngsters and formal gardens, glasshouses and a bowling green for older visitors. It also has a Countryside Centre that offers information about the wildlife and fauna of the area.

Even though Golf may be a primary reason to visit Scotland, you’ll be overwhelmed by the historical and cultural influences of the area, and by the magnificence of your St. Andrews chateau.