Charming residential-style hospitality concepts—think distinguished private residences transformed into luxurious boutique hotels—have been popping up across the Golden State. The latest is Orli La Jolla, a beautifully restored 1910 private home by famed architect Irving Gill, who is widely regarded as the father of California Modernism. Across the street from the Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego, a block from the beach and a bike ride to La Jolla village, the property boasts two buildings connected by an interior courtyard: the George Kautz House, named after the original owner, and the Kate Sessions House, named after the legendary botanist known as the “mother of Balboa Park” who designed the grounds here. With 13 well-appointed bedrooms, it has all the trappings of an intimate seaside escape for the most discerning California architecture buff. 7753 Draper Ave., La Jolla; stayorli.com. K.M.

As we collectively resume our pandemic-delayed adventures, Gucci is celebrating our return to the skies, roads and seas with an ephemeral store devoted to Gucci Valigeria, the brand’s travel selection of luggage, carry-ons and accessories. Open at South Coast Plaza for the holidays through spring 2023, the 4,500-square-foot space is a testament to the notion that there is truly a Gucci bag or case for everything. The concept pays homage to company founder Guccio Gucci, who launched his Florentine luggage atelier in 1921 after finding inspiration in London, where he worked as a porter at The Savoy Hotel, surrounded by the international jet set. The new Gucci Savoy collection of heritage-infused, travel-ready pieces (featured in store) is proof the Italian house is still honing its ever-expanding offerings for globetrotters. The brand’s assortment of leather goods, including trunks, hatboxes, briefcases, backpacks, overnight bags, totes, wallets and purses, are arguably the chicest way to interpret the old adage about enjoying the journey. 3333 South Bristol St., Ste. 1212, Costa Mesa; gucci.com. E.V.