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Luxury Travel Advisor Alex Cutler Dommel

  • Mar 13
  • 2 min read

Sharing her favorite crafted escapes properties right here in Connecticut. 



​It felt like the perfect moment to introduce The Connecticut Edit’s newest contributor, luxury travel advisor Alex Cutler Dommel, aka @escapesbyalex, on social media of Crafted Escapes to share her favorite properties right here in Connecticut. 

Working within a women-owned, top boutique travel team, Alex specializes in custom itineraries for couples, honeymooners, and multi-generational families, designed with intention, ease, and a deeply personal touch. 


After a decade in entertainment PR managing high-profile, fast-moving travel, she brings calm precision to every journey. For Alex, travel isn’t just about where you go; it’s about how it feels.

Based in Darien, Connecticut (with her husband and Cavapoo, Crosby), Alex shares A Curated Guide to Connecticut’s Most Chic Hotel Escapes:


  1. Mayflower Inn & Spa, Washington (Auberge):














A timeless countryside classic with elevated dining and one of CT’s most indulgent wellness experiences.  @mayflowerauberge 



  1. Belden House & Mews, Litchfield:

A stunning new boutique retreat blending Victorian charm, modern design, and a destination-worthy bathhouse. @beldenhouse 

  1. Winvian, Morris (Relais & Châteaux):

Ultra-luxe, architect-designed cottages for privacy, creativity, and immersive nature.

  1. GrayBarns, Norwalk:

A refined riverside inn with just six suites and one of the state’s most beloved dining rooms.

  1. Roger Sherman Inn, New Canaan:

Historic elegance, French-inspired fine dining, and a true sense of place. @rogershermaninn 

  1. Delamar, Greenwich

A chic harborfront stay steps from shopping, dining, and the arts. Instagram @delamargreenwichharbor 


Stay tuned for more travel inspiration—this is just the beginning. 

Reach out to Alex Cutler Dommel aka @escapesbyalex on Instagram of Crafted Escapes, to plan your staycation here, or a chic trip abroad.



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