Romantic Travel News

5142008: Colorado's Beaver Creek Lodge Offers Couples Package

Beaver Creek Lodge, Beaver Creek's AAA Four-Diamond and the Valley's only luxury all-suite boutique hotel, is offering a "He Said, She Said" package especially for couples throughout 2008. The package includes complimentary valet parking and a late check-out (when available).

The Package: This romantic travel package includes:

• Deluxe accommodations for two
• Signature "His and Hers" Martinis or other Signature Cocktails in Rocks Modern Grill
• One round of 18 holes, green cart fee, booked tee time and golf balls -- for him -- at Red Sky Ranch
• Allegria Day Spa Deep Tissue Massage -- for her
• Access to on-site aqua center and fitness facility
• Choice of in-room movie
• Breakfast for two "between the sheets"

Price: During off-peak season, the package price if you opt for the Red Sky Golf Course is from $704; if you choose the Beaver Creek Golf Course, the price is from $598.

For more information:
• visit www.beavercreeklodge.net
• call (970) 845-9800

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5072008: Sex & The City Package at Mandarin Oriental, New York

The movie premier is just days away but the celebration of the new "Sex and the City" movie will continue through the end of the year at the five-star Mandarin Oriental, New York. The sophisticated hotel is offering a "Sex and the City Celebration Package" perfect for channeling your inner Carrie--or Samantha, Miranda or Charlotte.

The Package: This Manhattan getaway package starts with check-in to a guestroom or suite at the Mandarin Oriental then includes:

• a $200 gift card to famed specialty department store Henri Bendel -- a favorite haunt of Carrie Bradshaw's and the show's stylist/costume designer Patricia Field.

• the Sex and the City Hotspots tour via limousine, courtesy of On Location Tours. Guides divulge behind-the-scenes stories from the days of filming the series and review secrets about the movie. The tour highlights some of the show's top locations, including the brownstone that played Carrie Bradshaw's home, brunch location Pastis, exclusive SoHo House and more. Also featured is a stop at Henri Bendel with a personal shopper leading the way.

• At the store, guests will receive a gift from intimate apparel designer Cosabella, who has launched a "Sex and the City" lingerie collection inspired by the show's four main characters.

• The tour also includes an opportunity to follow in Carrie Bradshaw's footsteps with a stop at Jimmy Choo's Madison Avenue boutique.

• After shopping, guests can relax and people watch over a complimentary round of Sex and the City-inspired cocktails in the hotel's Lobby Lounge. Choose their drink of choice from a special cocktail menu that includes the Mr. Big Apple Martini, the Carrie Cosmo, Miranda's Manhattan and the Flirtini Samantha-style.

• As a take-home memento, the package includes a complimentary Sex and the City Trivia game that recaptures the fun-filled adventures and details from the six-year series.

Dates: The Sex and the City Celebration Package is valid to December 31, 2008.

Price: Rates range from $2,000 for one night in a Hudson River View Room, to $3,000 for one night in a Central Park View Suite. Additional nights of accommodation may be booked at prevailing rates. Package rates do not include tax and service charges. A minimum of a week in advance is required for booking. This package is subject to availability.

Details of inclusions: This package includes one night's accommodation, private On Location tour for up to five people, Sex and the City Trivia game, up to two complimentary Sex and the City-inspired cocktails in the hotel's Lobby Lounge, one $200 Henri Bendel gift card and a VIP gift bag from Cosabella at Henri Bendel.

Reservations:
• call (212) 805 8800 or toll-free +1 (866) 801 8880
• email monyc-reservations@mohg.com

For More Information:
• visit www.mandarinoriental.com

Sex & The City-inspired cocktails photo courtesy Mandarin Oriental, New York

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04072008: Embassy Suites-Waikiki Offers Romance Package

Hawaii's a natural destination for lovers and here's a new package aimed especially at romantic travelers. Embassy Suites-Waikiki Beach Walk is now offering the "Suite Romance" package.

The Package: With the package, couples enjoy a full menu of romantic extras:

• an upscale partial ocean view suite
• a relaxing couples lomilomi (Hawaiian massage) massage
• a special gift that includes a pineapple sweet and sour sugar scrub and a bottle of Hawaii-made massage oil
• one of Embassy Suite's complimentary signature desserts at Roy's Waikiki or Ruth's Chris Steak House at Waikiki Beach Walk

Rates: The Suite Romance package starts at $339 per night. Enter promotional code: LUV when making reservations at www.EmbassySuitesWaikiki.com or over the phone at 1-800-EMBASSY.

Dates: The package is available through December 21, 2008.

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3262008: Florida's Inn on Fifth Offers Romance Package

In Naples, Florida, there are plenty of good reasons to love summer, from the nonstop excitment of this jetset city to the fact that summer brings lower hotel prices compared to peak winter months.

Now there's another good reason to love warm weather months in Naples: the romance package offered by Inn on Fifth. With its intimate charm and elegant ambiance, the Inn on Fifth is the perfect setting for a storybook romance.

The Package: The Romance Package includes:

· Two Nights Accommodations with a private patio

· Complimentary Room Upgrade (upon availability)

· Couples Massage at the Spa on Fifth

· Champagne and Chocolate in Room

· Complimentary Breakfast Each Morning

Price: Prices starting at $513. Packages prices vary depending on season and do not include tax. Reservations are based on availability. A two-night minimum stay is required. Package rates are not available on some Holiday Weekends.

Why It's Dreamy: Surrounded by the chic bistros, unique studios and high-fashion shops of renown Fifth Avenue South, this landmark inn combines Mediterranean archways, private terraces, lavish fountains and an intimate atmosphere. The inn is home to Truluck's, featuring fresh seafood, steaks and stonecrab claws.

For More Information:
• visit www.innonfifth.com

Photo courtesy Inn on Fifth

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3172008: Chesterfield Palm Beach Offers Sweethearts' Package

Florida's Chesterfield Palm Beach has announced a new package for romantics. This Sweethearts' package includes:

· Two days / One night in a romantic Junior Suite
· Welcome Gift from The Chesterfield
· Complimentary Continental Breakfast in your room
· List of the "12 Most Romantic Places to Kiss in Palm Beach"
· Romantic Interlude Dinner in the Leopard Lounge and Restaurant
· Champagne, fruit, and chocolate-covered strawberries at turndown

Price: The Sweethearts' Package is priced from $680 through December 15, 2008. This package is based on double occupancy, exclusive of taxes and gratuities, and subject to availability.

Why It's Dreamy: Located in the heart of Palm Beach, The Chesterfield Hotel is steps from world-famous Worth Avenue and the Atlantic Ocean. It features 53 luxurious guest rooms and suites, the Leopard Lounge and Restaurant, a tropical pool area, and intimate library.

For more information:
• visit www.chesterfieldpb.com

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342008: New Bachelorette Package at JW Marriott Las Vegas Resort & Spa

Looking for a bachelorette getaway? Vegas is an increasingly popular destination for bachelorette parties thanks to the around the clock fun and wide variety of activities in the city. Twenty minutes from the Strip, the JW Marriott Las Vegas Resort and Spa offers the quiet of a garden getaway but the convenience of Vegas when you're ready. They've just announced a new bachelorette package based on a group of four.

The Package: Day One: The fun begins with an airport pick up that whisks you away to your perfect two-bedroom suite. Choose from a welcoming gift of high tea, champagne and chocolate decadence, or pick girlfriend robes for everyone. Don’t forget the $400 dinner credit at Shizen.

Day Two: Start the next morning right with a breakfast buffet in Ceres and then relax poolside enjoying some quiet reflection or catch up on the latest gossip in the comfort of your own private cabana. After lunch at the pool, enjoy six hours with a personal driver and car service to take you power shopping, sightseeing and a show, either the crowd-pleasing “Mamma Mia” or “Spamalot.”

Day Three: Start with breakfast in Ceres before a private morning fitness class.
Then it’s time to say ahhh! Spa Day in the fabulous Aquae Sulis Spa includes two treatments, with your choice of massage and facial. Lunch is outdoors by the spa pool, followed by afternoon Wine Down Pedicures including a special cheese plate and wine for all. And don't forget the chick flicks! Dinner is in-room, served up with a movie and snacks. Selections are allowed up to a $400 food and beverage credit.

Day Four: After breakfast on day 4, it’s time to be transported to the airport and back to the real world.

Price: The Bachelorettes Are Us Package starts at $4,248. All packages are subject to availability and are based on double occupancy unless otherwise noted. Tax and gratuity are not included.

For more information:
• call 702-869-7717
• visit www.jwlasvegasresort.com

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2242008: RockResorts Launches Green Weddings

We’re seeing more "green hotels" these days, properties that are making a serious effort to be eco-friendly in terms of everything from rooms to restaurants. We just received word that RockResorts, a luxury hotel company that emphasizes the natural settings of its resort locations, is launching a brand-wide “Green Weddings” initiative beginning this summer. From the majestic mountains of Vail to the authentic adobes of Santa Fe, the two of you will now be able to say “I Do” at a RockResort without saying “I Don’t” to Mother Nature.

Green Options: The “Green Weddings” offerings at RockResorts will give you plenty of options from initial planning until the last guest leaves the reception including:

• Suggestions for recycled paper invitations and creatively designed electronic “save the date” announcements
• Resources for the future bride and groom covering preferred vendors for wedding dresses, tuxedos, bridesmaid dresses, etc.
• Opportunities to partner with an environmental non-profit, such as the National Forest Foundation so the two of you can donate money in lieu of extra extravagances such as a Viennese table or cordial bar.
• Availability of environmentally-friendly car, limo and shuttle service to and from the airport and during the wedding and other related events
• Natural, indigenous spa treatments for the wedding party
• Access to community-based volunteer projects in the surrounding region for family and guests to partake in.
• Stylists that use natural/organic cosmetics and health care products
• Preferred photographers that solely use hi-res digital photography
• Use of cleaner-burning soy candles during the ceremony
• Resources for vendors that offer organic flower petal confetti and organic flowers that the bride and groom can use throughout the reception
• Eco-friendly table centerpieces
• Organic wines and beers, focusing on unique regional and local offerings
• The use of organic and locally-grown and produced food for menu options
• Organic wedding cake and other confections
• Suggestions on eco-friendly wedding favors

The various eco-friendly offerings mentioned above for the RockResorts “Green Weddings” program may vary depending on what resort you choose.

Environmentally Engaged Program: Not ready to tie the knot just yet? RockResorts is also offering an “Environmentally Engaged” program for those who are still on their way to tying the green knot. Couples planning their ceremony at any of the properties will be guided by the hotel’s event planning staff and supplied with green wedding planning resources that include various eco-friendly tips, such as information on vendors who supply environmentally-friendly wedding gowns and tuxedos, photographers and entertainment.

Why It’s Dreamy: RockResorts are casually elegant properties with plenty of luxe facilities such as RockResorts Spas™, renowned golf courses, award-winning dining and a variety of outdoor adventures.

The RockResorts collection includes Hotel Jerome in Aspen, Colo.; The Pines Lodge in Beaver Creek, Colo.; Keystone Lodge & Spa in Keystone, Colo.; The Arrabelle at Vail Square in Vail, Colo.; The Lodge & Spa at Cordillera in the Vail Valley, Colo.; The Lodge at Vail in Vail, Colo.; La Posada de Santa Fe Resort & Spa in Santa Fe, N.M.; Snake River Lodge & Spa in Jackson Hole, Wyo.; and The Landings St. Lucia, Rodney Bay, St. Lucia.

Future RockResorts include; Eleven Biscayne Hotel & Spa in Miami, Fla. (scheduled to open in 2009); The Chateau at Heavenly Village in Lake Tahoe, Cali. (scheduled to open in 2009); One Ski Hill Place in Breckenridge, Colo. (scheduled to open in winter 2009/2010); and Rum Cay, A RockResort Hotel & Spa in Rum Cay, The Bahamas (scheduled to open in 2010).
For More Information:
• visit the RockResorts website
• visit the wedding section of the RockResorts website

Photo courtesy RockResorts

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2062008: Keystone Lodge & Spa Offers Free Spa Treatment

What could be better after an afternoon on the slopes than a free massage? There may be no such thing as a free lunch, but at Keystone Lodge & Spa, A RockResort in Keystone, Colorado, there IS such a thing as a free massage!

This winter, guests staying three nights at the AAA Four Diamond Award-winning Keystone Lodge & Spa will be rewarded with a free 50-minute spa treatment of your choice at the resort’s newly-enhanced and environmentally-friendly RockResorts Spa.

Price: Rates start at $209 per night for this offer based on double occupancy.

Dates: This special free massage offer is valid now through April 13, 2008. Blackout dates apply. Tax, gratuity, and parking are not included.

Why It's Dreamy: The 10,000-square-foot, 10-room RockResorts Spa opened in November 2007 and is 100 percent powered by wind. It features organic products, indigenous ingredients, natural light and a number of other elements that connect the spa to its mountain surroundings. It is one of the first spas in the country to commit to renewable energy sources. Signature treatments include the unique three-hour ritual called Li-Tya (Dreaming) which includes a full Mala Mayi body wrap, Paudi head massage, Miji Jina foot session, Kodo body therapy, Mirri facial and Miji Polma hand treatment.

Keystone is home to three mountains with distinctive experiences for snowriders – groomed trails for carving on Dercum Mountain, big bumps on North Peak and deep powder and gladed terrain on Keystone’s Outback. Adventure seekers also can hike to the steeps and glades of the Windows or get on board for a guided snowcat tour to Bergman and Erickson bowls for untouched powder. Keystone boasts one of the largest night skiing/riding operations in the country, as well as one of the largest night parks. Off the slopes, Keystone offers great dining, shopping, entertainment, and nightlife.

For more information:
• visit www.rockresorts.com or www.keystoneresort.com
• call 866-455-ROCK (7625) OR 877-753-9786

Photo courtesy Keystone Lodge & Spa, A RockResort

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2022008: Discovery Cove Offers Last Minute Valentine's Package

It's not too late to snag a romantic Valentine's package to make the day truly memorable! Orlando's Discovery Cove® has three Valentine's packages with spaces still available the week of February 11 and packages valid through February 29, 2008.

The Packages:

Valentine's Honey Package
This sweet deal includes a souvenir 6 x 8 photo and frame; boxed chocolates; and a keepsake buoy with a personalized message delivered to your honey by one of Discovery Cove's Atlantic bottlenose dolphins. Price: starting at $74.95

Valentine's Sweetheart Package
The two of you can upgrade to the Sweetheart Package to enjoy the souvenir photo and frame, chocolates, and dolphin "love note" delivery, plus a private cabana overlooking the Dolphin Lagoon, a bottle of champagne, and two souvenir toasting flutes. Price: $149.95

Valentine's Romance Package
The Romance Package gives guests the ultimate experience, combining Honey and Sweetheart package amenities with a champagne chiller, one dozen red roses, and a souvenir DVD of your Discovery Cove® experience. Price: $299.95

Details: Be sure to note that package prices are in addition to park admission and require the purchase of at least one dolphin-swim package. Park admission during February is $269 (plus tax) for a dolphin-swim package, and just $169 (plus tax) for a non-dolphin swim package.

Why It's Dreamy: Located in the heart of Orlando, Discovery Cove® provides a secluded, tropical retreat for only 1,000 guests per day. Here couples can enjoy once-in-a-lifetime adventures together through up-close encounters with exotic marine life and other animals. In the Ray Lagoon, couples have unlimited time to snorkel, swim and wade hand-in-hand among hundreds of cownose and southern rays. The Coral Reef provides an incredible underwater playground full of thousands of colorful, tropical fish and other marine life. In the free-flight aviary, shady walkways lead through a lush jungle where guests can observe and hand-feed more than 250 exotic birds. The park also has sandy beaches, a winding river and a pool.

The centerpiece of the park is the dolphin interaction. Here, guests learn about, play with and ride alongside a bottlenose dolphin. Each visitor enjoys up-close interactions, such as kissing, petting and feeding the gentle dolphins ˆ for most guests, a dream come true. With each of the Valentine's packages, a dolphin will help you make a lasting impression by personally delivering a "love note" buoy to your sweetheart.

With only 1,000 guests per day, couples can spread out to enjoy the all-inclusive benefits of a full continental breakfast, freshly-prepared lunch, all snacks and beverages throughout the day. Admission also includes the use of all park amenities such as snorkel gear, towels, lockers and parking, as well as a seven-day, unlimited-use pass to either SeaWorld Orlando or Busch Gardens Tampa Bay.

For More Information:
• call 1-877-4-DISCOVERY
• visit DiscoveryCove.com

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1232008: Fairmont Announces Holidates for New Valentine's Couples

Are you a new couple looking for a unique romantic idea this Valentine's? Something besides roses and a candlelight dinner for two? How about a Holidate?

You may be thinking it's far too early for all that multi-day, 24-hour, shared-bathroom intimacy. How will we fill our days? Will we tire of each other? Should I reserve two rooms? And once we’re there, how do I take romance beyond a bunch of long-stemmed roses to make this a date to remember?

Relax. Fairmont Hotels & Resorts has packaged a series of romantic dating sojourns and called them Holidates. Just for lovers, these packages are tailored to overcoming the trials and tribulations of new love. Questions are answered with a tally of tips, lists of dos and don’ts, and sample itineraries guaranteed to fan the flames of love.

Each Holidate plays off each property's romantic attractions and beautiful surroundings.

Sample Packages: A sampling of Holidates with rates from $259 to $1,435 per couple include:

• The Icebreaker holidate at the Fairmont Le Château Frontenac offers the cool choice of Ice Climbing or visiting the Ice Hotel, a romantic dinner and breakfast in bed.

• The Fairmont Copley Plaza’s Sizzle in the City holidate features Champagne and exclusive lounge access for getting to know each another. Advance consultation with the Fairmont Gold Concierge helps orchestrate a weekend guaranteed to impress.

• The Drunk with Love holidate at The Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa offers limo transportation, a gorgeous suite with rose-petal turndown, high altitude hot air ballooning and more.

• The Fairmont Chicago’s Wooed In the Windy City holidate offers a swanky suite, exclusive couples spa treatments in a private setting and the ultra-sexy Kama Sutra turndown.

For More Information:
• visit www.fairmont.com/promotions/holidates

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01102008: Valentine's Package at Two Bunch Palms

Heat things up this Valentine's Day at Desert Hot Springs, California where Two Bunch Palms Resort & Spa is offering a romantic package with 14 indulgent essentials. The resort, located at natural hot springs, is offering the three-night stay which includes several spa treatments both for the couple and individually, a four-course dinner, Champagne, strawberries, roses, massage oil and more to help you set the mood for your romantic getaway.

The Package: Renowned for its innovative spa offerings and experienced therapists, Two Bunch Palms lets loved ones immerse themselves in some of the spa’s most enticing treatments with the “You’re the 1-4 Me” package, including:

• A Pagoda Swedish Massage for Two (60 minutes) A traditional oil massage utilizing long, flowing strokes
• A Watsu “A Deux” for Two (60 minutes) A gentle Shiatsu treatment, performed in a private, warm mineral water pool, where the body is cradled and stretched in the supporting arms of the therapist
• A Mud & Sun for Two (30 minutes) A private, individual mud bath, followed by time under the warm desert sun and an invigorating hot mineral shower
• An Deep Cleansing Facial for Two (75 minutes) A facial massage, steam hydration, deep cleansing, extractions and a neck, shoulder, hand and foot massage using skin-smoothing and rejuvenating enzyme serums and emulsions
• A Body Facial for One (90 minutes) An exfoliating scrub, a rinse, and a soothing, oiled massage, followed by a peppermint peel
• An Ayurvedic Massage for One (60 minutes) A highly-specialized, synchronized massage featuring two therapists using essential oils, specifically blended according to the client’s dosha, or body type, which are poured along energetic pathways and massaged into the body

And beyond the deeply soothing spa treatments, the “You’re the 1-4 Me” package further seduces with:

• A Casanova four-course dinner for two, including a bottle of wine, in the onsite dining room
• A 14 red velvet rose arrangement with a personalized card
• One bottle of Veuve Clicquot Champagne
• One dozen chocolate-covered strawberries
• An Energy Muse “Love” necklace and bracelet set
• An Archipelago scented candle
• One 8-ounce bottle of Elizabeth Van Buren massage oil

Price: The price for the “You’re the 1-4 Me” package is dependent on room choice, and starts at $2,699 (spa gratuities not included).

Why It's Dreamy: Two Bunch Palms Resort & Spa, a 56-acre natural hot mineral springs desert oasis, features suites and villas, a California-cuisine restaurant and a world-renowned spa with more than 45 treatments. A natural lithium mineral hot spring grotto flows through the heart of the property, surrounded by both landscaped gardens and preserved wilderness areas.

For more information:
• call (800) 472-4334
• visit www.twobunchpalms.com

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12282007: Valentine's Package at Denver's Brown Palace Hotel

Downtown Denver's The Brown Palace Hotel and Spa has several romantic offerings this season:

Romantic History Tours: Dating back 115 years, Denver's The Brown Palace Hotel and Spa has seen its share of love stories and now the hotel invites couples to take a ride on the hotel's century-long emotional roller coaster with the "Affairs of the Heart" Historical Tour. Led by The Brown Palace's resident historian, Julia Kanellos, the historical tours will include tales of love, devotion and heartache from the landmark hotel's colorful past. During the tours, visitors will hear stories about hotel founder Henry C. Brown, who at 74 took a 22-year-old for his third wife; deeply romantic couples like Lowell and Frances Thomas, and President Ike and Mamie Eisenhower; the shocking affairs of Isabelle "Sassy" Springer and Mrs. Louise Crawford Hill; World War II love stories, and more. Available Feb. 13, 14 and 16, 2008, the tours are free to the public and start at 1 p.m., making it convenient for guests to enjoy lunch at one of the hotel's signature restaurants before the tour. Reservations are required.

Valentine's Packages: If the two of you would like to make a little romantic history of your own, check out the hotel's Valentine's Day packages. Beginning at $239, the Light Up the Night romance package includes an overnight stay in one of the hotel's world-famous guest rooms; breakfast for two delivered by room service or at Ellyngton's Restaurant; two evening cocktails in the breathtaking atrium; and signature rose-petal turndown.

A lavish spa treatment in the Spa at The Brown makes a perfect add-on for any package. The Champagne Kiss, starting at $620, takes place in the Spa's deluxe couples' suite, and comes complete with rose petals and a tandem candle-lit massage, followed by a decadent chocolate body polish and champagne soak. For a finishing touch, couple's sip chilled champagne and enjoy chocolate-covered strawberries. Starting at $320, the Be My Valentine package also takes place in the Spa's magnificent couples' suite. Sprinkled in rose petals to set the mood, couples receive a tandem candle-lit massage followed by an aromatic Artesian Plunge. Couples also sip chilled champagne and enjoy chocolate-covered strawberries.

For a special treat, enjoy traditional afternoon tea in the atrium lobby or dinner at the Palace Arms, and have long stem roses delivered from The Brown Palace's own Flower Shop.

For more information:
• call (303) 297-3111, (800) 321-2599
• visit The Brown Palace

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12212007: Complimentary Hawaiian Vow Renewal Ceremony

Looking for a way to make this Valentine's Day really memorable? Think about a vow renewal. We've done several and they're memorable and special ways to remember the day (and without the paperwork hassles you had the first time around!)

We've learned that Outrigger Reef and Outrigger Waikiki properties in Hawaii will be offering free vow renewals this Valentine's! Here are the details:

Open to registered guests only of the two hotels, this annual affirmation of love and commitment is a culturally rich and romantic ceremony scheduled for Thursday, February 14, 2008, on the sands of idyllic Waikiki Beach fronting the Outrigger Reef hotel. There is no charge for this special program, but advance reservations are required and are on a first come, first served basis.

The Ceremony: Outrigger's Hawaiian Vow Renewal Ceremony draws upon an ancient Hawaiian custom, Ho'ao Pa'a, in which a man and woman were bound in lasting union. The event will begin with the blowing of the conch shell, followed by a welcoming Hawaiian chant by the kahu (priest), traditional hula and song. Couples will also be blessed by a gentle sprinkling of sea water before they recite their vows in the Hawaiian language.

In addition, each participating couple will receive a complimentary photo, commemorative certificate by which to remember the day, champagne toast and island-style lei (garlands).

How to Sign Up: Sign-up will begin January 14, 2008, at the Outrigger Reef and Outrigger Waikiki's concierge desks for those guests holding confirmed reservations at the two beachfront hotels over Valentine's Day. Concierge may also be reached at 808-923-0711 at the Outrigger Waikiki, or 808-923-3111 at the Outrigger Reef. For more information, contact Luana Maitland, events and activities manager at the Outrigger Reef on the Beach, at 808-924-6007.

Room Reservations: Room reservations and information about special room packages are available by calling toll free 800-OUTRIGGER (1-800-688-7444) within the United States, Guam and Canada. Outrigger's toll-free number is available internationally via AT&T's Direct 800 Service. Elsewhere call direct to 303-369-7777 (long distance charges apply), or visit www.outriggerreef.com or www.outriggerwaikiki.com.

Why It's Dreamy: The oceanfront anchor of the new Waikiki Beach Walk, Outrigger Reef on the Beach is ideally situated between beautiful Waikiki Beach and exciting Waikiki. Currently undergoing a $100 million makeover, the project is being completed in multiple phases to ensure the continued comfort of guests. On property are a wide array of restaurants, shops and services including a 5,000-square-foot day spa. The adjacent Waikiki Beach Walk is Oahu's newest entertainment destination, home to shops, boutiques, art galleries, restaurants and accommodations spanning a nearly 8-acre area in Waikiki.

Outrigger Waikiki on the Beach is a deluxe and gracious Hawaiian hotel located directly on the sands of world-famous Waikiki Beach in the heart of exciting Waikiki. The 525-room property features three restaurants including the famed Duke's Canoe Club, Chuck's Steakhouse and Hula Grill Waikiki; the popular Society of Seven cabaret show, shops, and exceptional displays of Hawaiian artifacts and artwork throughout the property. All guests are welcome to enjoy such on-property amenities as free high-speed Internet access, free long-distance domestic telephone calls, baggage services (fees apply), and Hawaiian Airlines check-in kiosk.

Photo courtesy Outrigger Hotels

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12112007: New Year's Eve Getaways in Litchfield Hills

Still making New Year's Eve plans? If you're looking for a Connecticut getaway, we just received a whole list of ideas from Litchfield Hills:

REVELING IN LAKEVILLE
At The Interlaken Inn (800- 222-2909 or 860- 435-9878; www.interlakeninn), an 80-room resort located on 30 acres in Lakeville, New Years revelers will feast on a fabulous dinner, and dance to the music of Scott Heth & Company, a versatile band with a repertoire ranging from jazz and big band to Motown and today’s Top 40 pop hits. They will also enjoy an open bar all evening, including the inn’s renowned New Year’s Eve martini bar, plus a champagne toast at midnight.

Dinner at the Interlaken begins with an appetizer buffet, including a raw bar with hand-shucked fresh oysters and clams, prepared-to-order, Peking-style Duck, and a Sushi Station. Main dish choices include horseradish-encrusted filet mignon and baked organic salmon, served with caper-chive sauce. The dessert menu includes a lavish chocolate fountain and delicate crepes flambéed to order.

Those who stay the night will wake up New Year’s morning to a hearty New England breakfast buffet, served with Bloody Mary’s and champagne.

Price: New Year’s Eve packages are from $427 per couple; extra nights at the inn are $139.

ELEGANCE IN DANBURY
The Ethan Allen Hotel in Danbury (203-744-1776; www.ethanallenhotel.com) is an elegant haven owned and designed by the well -known upscale furniture manufacturer headquartered nearby. It is furnished throughout with their exclusive furniture.

The New Year's package at the hotel features a four-course dinner in the gracious Ivy Room, followed by DJ entertainment and dancing in the Fairfields Lounge, with four hours of open bar and a champagne toast at midnight. After a night in a spacious guest room, celebrators will enjoy a bountiful Ivy Room brunch.

Price: The tab for two is $275.

GOING CLASSIC IN RIVERTON
The Old Riverton Inn (860-379-8678 or 800-EST-1796; www.rivertoninn.com,)
is a 12-room charmer and a New England classic. A fixture in the village since 1796, it is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Warm New Year's hospitality at the inn will include candy and champagne in guest rooms, a four-course dinner and a full country breakfast in the morning.

The evening menu choices may include a choice of appetizers, crisp green salad, and entrees such as roast ducking with black cherry sauce, filet of salmon with béarnaise sauce, baked stuffed shrimp and roast beef. Delectable desserts like key lime pie, maple crème brulee, cheesecake and deep dish apple crisp are a happy ending to the meal.

Price: New Year's packages run from $230 to $275 for two.

FIRELIGHT IN KENT
The intimate Inn at Kent Falls (860-927-3197; www.theinnatkentfalls.com) a 1741 home turned bed and breakfast, offers six guest rooms and five fireplaces, a cozy setting for making New Years resolutions. Their New Years Eve package offers two nights in a beautifully appointed guest room or suite, each stocked with a bottle of champagne and handmade chocolates, plus a sumptuous New Years morning brunch.

Price: Rates begin at $395 for two. The hosts will help you make dinner reservations at one of the many excellent restaurants nearby.

OVER THE RIVER AND THROUGH THE WOODS
To add more country charm to the holiday, reserve a carriage ride offered at two Litchfield Hills farms. Both switch to sleigh rides when the necessary snow is on the ground.

At Wood Acres Farm in Terryville, (860-583-8670, www.woodacresfarm.com) the ride goes across 25 acres of wooded trails, ending with refreshments in the owners’ country home.

Beth’s Buggy and Sleigh Rides based at Loon Meadow Farm in Norfolk (860) (542-6085; www.loonmeadowfarm.com )offers two choices, a sightseeing jaunt through the historic town of Norfolk or a country canter along eighteenth century roads through woods and fields. Guests receive cozy lap robes for cuddling during the ride and hot mulled cider back home at the farm.

For more information:
• call (860) 567-4506
• visit www.litchfieldhills.com

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12032007: Valentine's Day Escapes in Beverly Hills and West Hollywood

Think to please this Valentine's Day by treating your mate to a rendezvous in iconic Beverly Hills or in trend-setting West Hollywood. Head to these urban gems - Avalon Beverly Hills, Maison 140 Beverly Hills, or Chamberlain West Hollywood - for a sensual escape complete with romance packs, breakfast in bed, and culinary delights guaranteed to ramp up the mood for love

Avalon Beverly Hills and Maison 140's "Romance Package": Couples seeking an intimate Valentine's Day retreat need to look no further than Avalon and Maison 140 in Beverly Hills. Nothing says romance like classic champagne and strawberries, breakfast in bed, and dinner for two, all offered in the provocative design of tastemaker Kelly Wearstler.

Avalon Beverly Hills Package: The Avalon Package includes:

• One Night stay in a Premium Room
• Welcome Amenity of Champagne & Strawberries
• Dinner for two at blue on blue (excludes alcohol & gratuity)
• Romance Kit to include candles & sensual oils.
  

Rate: Total price is $585, inclusive of tax. Package rate shows 15% cost savings.

Dates: Available throughout the month of February 2007.

For More Information:
• visit avalonbeverlyhills.com
• call (866) 891-0946
• Avalon is located at 9400 West Olympic Boulevard in Beverly Hills, CA.

Maison Package: The Maison Package includes:

• One Night stay in a Mandarin Room
• Welcome Amenity of Champagne & Strawberries
• Dinner for two at blue on blue
• Breakfast in bed
• Romance Kit to include candles & sensual oils.
  

Rate: Total price is $435, excludes tax and gratuity. Package rate shows 15% cost savings.

Dates: Available throughout the month of February 2007

For More Information:
• visit maison140beverlyhills.com
• call (866) 891-0945
• Maison 140 is located at 140 South Lasky Drive in Beverly Hills, CA.

Chamberlain West Hollywood Package: Chamberlain West Hollywood's "Aphrodisiac Package": Celebrate with this sensual escape for two. Chamberlain sets the stage with in room table settings, alluring candle-light and plush pillows while providing all the tools needed for an unforgettable evening.

The Package: The Chamberlain package includes:

• Sensual One Day Escape for Couples in one of our suites (see below for options)
• Nicholas Feuillatte Champagne upon arrival
• Copy of one of these mood-making books: Kama Sutra for the 21st Century Lover or Fork Me, Spoon Me; a Sensual Cookbook
• In room table settings of candelabra and floor seating cushions
• vanilla Body Soufflé and Edible Honey Dust
• Chef Peter Gobin's "Senses" Menu

Rate: Total price per night is Grand Suite $975; One-Bedroom Suite $1,045. Package excludes tax or gratuity.

Dates: Available from January 1, 2008 to December 31, 2008.

For More Information:
• visit chamberlainwesthollywood.com
• call (866) 891 0949
• Chamberlain West Hollywood is located at 1000 Westmount Drive in West Hollywood, CA.

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11282007: Colorado Valentine's Packages

With the high demand for Valentine's getaways, it's not too early to start planning yours. We just received the following set of packages covering a wide variety of getaways in romantic Colorado:

Rekindle the Romance at 5,280 Feet and Above

Men need a little TLC, too and The Inverness Hotel & Conference Center in Denver brings new meaning to "manly pampering" with its Rolex Turndown package. It includes accommodations in the Presidential Suite, a signature Rolex Submariner watch, a vintage bottle of scotch from Macallan, and a couples treatment at the spa. The Rolex Turndown package starts at $8,029. (800-832-9053)

Discover the romance of downtown Denver at the famed Hotel Teatro. Catch a show, explore a museum and paint the town. Enjoy luxurious room accommodations, a $25 Victoria's Secret gift certificate, chilled champagne, a Chocó Love chocolate bar, and a 1pm check out for extra snuggle time. Rates start at just $269 a night. (888-228-1100)

Take your vacation to new heights at the Ice Palace Inn Bed & Breakfast in Leadville, the highest incorporated city in North America. From November 19, 2007-February 19, 2008 the Ice Palace Bed & Breakfast is offering two nights lodging, a bouquet of flowers, sparkling cider, a gourmet breakfast each morning, homemade refreshments in the afternoon and a dinner voucher for two at one of many local restaurants all for just $299. (800-754-2849)

Celebrate Your Love...of the Outdoors

Spend five nights nestled among two of Colorado's Fourteeners at the Dunton Hot Springs. Delight in a welcome bottle of wine, two full days of guided activity adventures, three spa treatments, three meals daily including a private dinner served in cabin and endless use of the Denton Hot Springs. The package rate is $6,800 per couple. (970-882-4800)

Reconnect at the Chipeta Sun Lodge & Spa. The lodge is offering a "Colorado Winter Romance Package" that includes two nights in a romantic deluxe room, where couples can unwind in a hot tub on a private balcony with breathtaking views of the San Juan Mountains. Enjoy a soothing couple's massage at the Chipeta Spa (with plush spa robes to keep), two passes to the Orvis Hot Springs and dinner at Ashe Restaurant, where guests will receive gourmet truffles, a bottle of Colorado wine from Grand View winery and a bouquet of fresh flowers.The package rate is $725, double occupancy. (800-633-5838)

Add some adrenaline to your relationship with the Whitewater Wine-N-Dine package from Echo Canyon River Expeditions and Four Corners Rafting. This package includes a full day raft trip, one night accommodations at a Victorian bed and breakfast, and dinner at a delightful French restaurant. The package rate is $395 per couple, available April 15-September 15, 2008. (800-748-2953)

The Lap of Luxury

Diamonds and chocolate are a girl's best friends. This Valentine's day, she can have them both with the "Diamond Studded Dessert" package from The Claremont Inn in Stratton, Colorado, which features a diamond solitaire pendant necklace tucked in the inn's famouschocolate raspberry mousse cake, which is topped with gold leafed chocolate ribbons. Starting at $595 a night, guests will luxuriate in bed and breakfast accommodations, a romantic dinner for two at a candlelit table in our wine cellar dining room and the decadent dessert. The package is available through February 2008. (888-291-8910)

"Love is in the Air" at the Golden Hotel in Golden, Colorado. The romance begins with chilled champagne on arrival, followed by private sedan service from the hotel to a private landing site where a helicopter awaits for a breathtaking tour of the foothills followed by dinner at the famed Fort Restaurant. After dinner, enjoy a return journey over the Denver city lights. Breakfast for two at Bridgewater Grill is also included. Packages range from $1,490 to $2,215 and are available year-round. (303-635-0496)

Enjoy tranquility with a twist at The Brown Palace Hotel in Denver. This pampering romance package combines deluxe accommodations for one night with an 80-minute couples Swedish massage, a bottle of BV Coastal chardonnay or cabernet, full breakfast for two delivered in room, chocolate covered strawberries, and valet parking. Package rates start at $499. The hotel also offers a special "Light Up the Night" package starting at $229, which includes deluxe accommodations for one night, full breakfast for two delivered in room, two evening cocktails in the spectacular lobby atrium, signature rose petal turn down, and valet parking. (800-321-2599)

Culinary Getaways

If the surest way to the heart is through the stomach, The Avalanche Ranch in Carbondale has the perfect package. Enjoy a two night stay in a cozy cabin in the heart of the Rockies and a cooking class at the fabulous Red House Kitchen. The class will focus on the culinary art of pleasing your lover. This package is available February 13-15, 2007. Package rates start at $300. (877-963-9339)

Get away at the enchanting Boulder Bradley Inn and enjoy a dinner at Colorado's nationally acclaimed Frasca Food and Wine. Enjoy the foods and wines of Italy's Friuli region and be ‘wowed' by Chef Lachlan MacKinnon Patterson (Food & Wine Best New Chef in America, 2005) and Master Sommelier Bobby Stuckey. Following dinner, get a great night's sleep and wake up to a delicious breakfast in the Bradley Inn dining room. Room rates range from $195 to $225 per night plus restaurant bill at cost. (800-858-5811)

For more information about Colorado:
• call 1-800-COLORADO
• visit www.COLORADO.com
• visit www.colorado.com/traveldeals

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11192007: Hyatt at Fisherman's Wharf Introduces Romance Package

There's no question that San Francisco is one of the world's most romantic cities and now couples have one more way to enjoy a visit: the “Bubbles & Berries” romance package at the Hyatt at Fisherman's Wharf.

The Package: This package includes:
• overnight accommodations for two adult guests
• full American breakfast
• sparkling wine
• chocolate covered strawberries

Price: Rates start at $159 per night.

Dates: This package is offered to June 30, 2008.

Why It's Dreamy: This newly-renovated hotel offers 313 guest rooms with the plush, new Grand Bed with pillow-top mattresses; multifunction workstation with ergonomic chair; and luxurious bath with deluxe amenities. Guest services and amenities include Wi-Fi service throughout the hotel for $9.99/24hours; complimentary transportation to the Financial District; newly renovated 24-hour StayFit @ Hyatt Fitness Center; outdoor heated pool and Jacuzzi; and pool tables at Knuckles. Dining and Entertainment options range from Knuckles Historic Sports Bar & Grill, which was voted “Best Sports Bar in San Francisco,” as well as room service, which is offered from 6:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Conveniently located across the street from the Mason/Powell Cable Car line, nearby attractions include Alcatraz, Pier 39, The Cannery, Fisherman's Wharf, Golden Gate Bridge, Bay Cruises, Coit Tower, Lombard Street, Ghirardelli Square, Aquarium of the Bay and North Beach.

For More Information:
• visit fishermanswharf.hyatt.com
• call (415) 563-1234 or toll free (800) 233-1234

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11092007: Buyout a Beverly Hills Hotel

"Stand back, we're taking over!" It may seem like a Bridezilla moment but it can be practical to take over an entire hotel for a wedding function. With no other guests on property, your group can turn the lobby into a private reception area or arrange for group events just about anywhere on property with ease.

In Beverly Hills, California, Maison 140, an intimate, 43-room luxury boutique hotel is offering now offering group buyouts for $15,000 per night. No other guests. No fighting for the best room or wondering who you will find down in the intimate lounge…

This unique Beverly Hills hotel, redesigned by famed designer Kelly Wearstler as a contemporary tribute to the classic Parisian inns of the last century, is a great way to celebrate. The hotel’s intimate Bar Noir provides an exclusive lobby lounge setting from which to ring-in your special occasion with friends and family. Situated near Beverly Hills’ premier shopping districts, including the famous Rodeo Drive, the hotel's gray rooms combine elegant French influences with Asian artwork while yellow wall-papered rooms contrast against glossy black and white furniture.

The Package: The price of the buyout is a $15,000 (exclusive of taxes) per night. The package is for up to 40 guests (but no pets) and excludes all other incidentals.

Dates: This offer is available from November 15, 2007 thru December 31, 2007, and based on availability.

To book:
• call 310-407-7767

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10192007: Fall Romance Package at California's Lake La Quinta Inn

Twenty miles from Palm Springs, California, the desert community of La Quinta is home to the exclusive 13-room Lake La Quinta Inn. This B&B offers rooms with various themes and décor, all uniquely designed and featuring fireplaces and fabulous lake and mountain views.

The Package: The Lake La Quinta Inn Romance Package includes:

• Three days and two nights in a lake view room

• Full cooked breakfast

• Dinner on one of the evenings at Amore Ristorante Italiano ($50 credit)

• Wine and hors d'oeuvres

• Add a full one-hour massage for $115 per person

Price: The price for the Lake La Quinta Inn Romance Package starts at $379 midweek.

Dates: This offer is good from October 1, 2007 through December 18, 2007. This offer is subject to availability and blackout dates apply.

Why It's Dreamy: Upon arrival at Lake La Quinta Inn, you'll feel you've stepped into another time and place. Full of old world charm, the inn is architecturally reminiscent of a French chateau, with each room overlooking Lake La Quinta toward the desert panorama. Rolling lawns, lush gardens and views of the Santa Rosa Mountains serve as a balm to the soul, providing a soothing and relaxing backdrop to your romantic escape.

In the morning, breakfast is served in the lakeside dining room and features fresh coffee, teas and juice accompanied by chef's daily cooked specialties. Later, in the afternoon, join the innkeeper and fellow guests and chat by the fire the lakeside living room, where delicious hors d'oeuvres, wine and cheese are served or take a dip in the resort's outdoor swimming pool and spa.

Within five miles of the resort, five PGA golf courses challenge players; tennis buffs find more than 600 courts located nearby. And to work out the kinks, Lake La Quinta Inn can arrange for a relaxing aromatherapy, Swedish, deep tissue or reflexology massage, or other spa services including facials at the on-site massage room.

For More Information:
• To book the Lake La Quinta Inn Romance Package, call 888-226-4546
• visit www.lakelaquintainn.com

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10022007: Fall Foliage Package at New England's Hotel Marlowe

In Cambridge, Massachusetts, Hotel Marlowe, Kimpton’s AAA Four-Diamond rated property, is offering a new Fall Foliage Package. While the autumn colors are in full bloom enjoy apple or pumpkin picking on a farm, a bike tour of the city and kayaking on the Charles River.

The Package: The Fall Foliage package includes:

•Two night stay at the Hotel Marlowe
•An all day adventure at Boston Hill or Brooksby Farm. Enjoy signature fall treats, wagon rides and honey fresh from the hives. Pick apples and/or pumpkins on a beautiful New England farm. Transportation is provided.
•Watch the leaves change while sitting in your own kayak on the Charles River. Enjoy amazing views of the city at the most beautiful time of the year. Bambara (a 170-seat restaurant and bar with water views featuring American Brasserie cuisine and a global selection of wines) provides a picnic lunch to enjoy while taking a break.
• An Urban Adventours City View Tour. Pedal from Fenway Park, through Back Bay and into Beacon Hill, experiencing one of the oldest cities in America. See historical and contemporary Boston while having time to stop for a cup of coffee or enjoy pastry in the Italian North End.
• Relax with the perfect ending to an autumn weekend in New England with in-room warm apple cider compliments of Bambara.

Price: Rates start at $960. Rates are subject to space, availability and change. Taxes and gratuities not included. Black out dates may apply.

Dates: The package is valid through November 1, 2007.

For more information:
• visit www.Kimptonhotels.com
• for reservations for this package, call 800-825-7040 and ask for rate code PFOL
• call 1-800-KIMPTON

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1022007: Top 3 Fall Getaways from Travelers Advantage

Fall means fall foliage for many lovers--but leaf peeping isn't the only option for autumn travelers. (If you would like to do some leaf peeping, check out today's Lovetripper piece on actress Mariel Hemingway's top fall getaways.) All types of outdoor activities take the top slot during this changing season.

"Fall is a very popular time of year to travel," said Leslie Downey, director, communications for Travelers Advantage and TravelersAdvantage.com. "The Travel Industry Association of America says that camping is the No. 1 outdoor vacation activity for Americans, and fall is an awesome time to soak up the outdoors."

This year's top fall getaways from Travelers Advantage include:

1. Caribbean: Soak up the sun on a St. Thomas adventure. Escape to the Wyndham Sugar Bay Resort & Spa, carved into a mountainside and surrounded by the natural beauty of the Virgin Islands. This 294-room, newly renovated resort offers breathtaking views of the Caribbean Sea, nearby island of St. John, and other neighboring islands. Enjoy a secluded private beach with extensive water sports including snorkeling, scuba diving and kayaking; three interconnecting freshwater pools with a waterfall and grotto; tennis complex; onsite spa; state-of-the-art fitness center offering aerobic and yoga classes; kid's club; and a comprehensive schedule of daily activities. You can do as much or as little as you want. A 3-night air-inclusive stay via American Airlines from Miami is available from $639.

2. Hawaii: Say Aloha to fall with an escape to Waikiki Beach. Luxuriate in the Hyatt Regency Waikiki Resort in Honolulu, which features a three-story atrium with cascading waterfalls, four restaurants, five lounges, numerous child activities and a full-service spa. Explore the legendary North Shore of Oahu one day, and snorkel the next on the east side at Hanauma Bay. Thrill seekers can skydive at Mokuleia, while daydreamers can relax on the pristine beaches of this exquisite resort. Overlooking Waikiki Beach and within walking distance of shopping, entertainment and attractions, every room has a balcony and spectacular views of the ocean or mountain. From cascading waterfalls and luxurious treatments at Na Ho'ola Spa, to a comprehensive children's program, you've got it all. A 4-night air-inclusive stay for departures from Los Angeles via Northwest Airlines is available from $859.

3. Sail: Consider a New England cruise up the East Coast and into Canada. Most cruises travel between Boston or New York and Halifax, Nova Scotia or Quebec, Canada, and sailings can be one-way or round-trip through October. Catch a $449, six-night Norwegian Spirit tour. (All rates are cruise only, per person, double occupancy and do not include non-commissionable fares and $19.95 processing fee. Cancellation penalty of $79applies. Fees are subject to change and withdrawal at any time without notice. The Norwegian Spirit cruise sails Oct. 21-28, and can be booked through Oct. 20. )

Or soak up a fall foliage cruise featuring the captivating scenery of the Mississippi River, the rolling hills and manicured farmland of the Ohio Valley and the serene beauty of the Tennessee and Cumberland rivers aboard the American Queen or Delta Queen Steamboats (rates on seven night excursions range from $795 to $1,564 per person double occupancy.)

For More Information and Details on Above Options:
• call 1-877-841-1335
• visit www.travelersadvantage.com

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09272007: Death Valley's Furnace Creek Inn Offers Romantic Escape Package

Looking to heat up your romance? The historic Furnace Creek Inn, which opened in 1927, offers couples a new "Romantic Escape" package in Death Valley, California.

Dates: The package runs from October 19, 2007 through May 8, 2008.

The Package: The Romantic Escape package includes:
• three nights in a luxury room with a king bed and spa tub
• fruit and cheese welcome basket, bottle of Mumm Cuvee Napa Brut Blanc Champagne
• two Furnace Creek Inn terrycloth bathrobes
• a pre-arranged tour of Scotty's Castle - not otherwise available
• a horse-drawn carriage ride at sunset

Price: The package, including tax, costs $1,500 per couple. The package represents a savings of 14 percent off individually priced package components.

Why It's Dreamy: The Furnace Creek Inn is a AAA Four-Diamond resort overlooking desert salt pans with the Panamint Mountains in the background. With its mission-style architecture, oasis garden and spring-fed pool, the inn features 66 rooms, fine dining, tennis courts, gift shop, conference rooms and massage therapy. All rooms at the Furnace Creek Inn are non-smoking rooms and have air conditioning, televisions, data port telephones, pay-per-view movies, free HBO, Nintendo games, refrigerators, irons, ironing boards, hair dryers, bathroom amenities and terry robes. Most rooms have decks or terraces. Some rooms have spa tubs. The Inn is open mid-October through mid-May.

For More Information:
• call 1-800-236-7916
• visit www.furnacecreekresort.com

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09252007: Hawaii's Kona Village Resort Offers 4th Night Free

This is a first: the luxury Kona Village Resort is offering a 4th Night Free promotion. Lovers can extend their stay in individual thatched-roof hale (bungalows) on the resort's tropical landscaping, lagoons, black and white sandy beaches with this new package.

The Package: The 4th Night Free Package includes:

•accommodations in a hale
•use of fitness center, tennis courts and clinics, and ocean sports equipment such as kayaks, boogie boards, snorkel equipment and outrigger canoes
• complimentary children's program (ages 6 to12)
• complimentary daily in-room service of assorted beverages and 100 percent Kona coffee

Rates: Room rates at Kona Village Resort, which begin at $625 per night for two persons, also include three meals daily served oceanfront, Tuesday evening's Paniolo Night, Wednesday & Friday evening's 'aha'aina (lu'au), arrival greeting with fresh flower lei, two swimming pools, ocean sports equipment and daily activities such as nature walks and cultural tours.

Note: On the fourth night of the 4th Night Free plan, your meals are not included. Meals are subject to applicable meal plan rate on 4th night. Taxes, beverages and gratuities are not included. Offer, which is subject to blackout dates and availability, applies to new bookings only and may not be combined with other packages or special offers.

Dates: Travel must be completed by December 21, 2007.

For More Information:
• visit www.KonaVillage.com

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09082007: City of Love Anniversary Contest in San Francisco

You didn't have to leave your heart in San Francisco...but you did have to marry or honeymoon there to qualify for this romantic contest.

Hotel Nikko San Francisco is celebrating its 20th anniversary and will provide a luxurious second honeymoon to a lucky couple who got married or honeymooned there. You can have married or honeymooned at the romantic hotel any time since it opened its doors.

The winning couple will receive a prize with an estimated value of over $11,000 including:

* transportation to San Francisco from anywhere in the U.S.
* six nights in the honeymoon suite
* breakfasts
* a dinner in the hotel's ANZU restaurant
* champagne

And not only must you have married or honeymooned at the hotel...but you must also still be married (yes, to each other!) You also have to be able to prove your wedding or honeymoon was at the hotel.

The deadline for contest entries is Sept. 25, 5 pm.

Full contest rules are available online at http://www.hotelnikkosf.com/specials.aspx
or by contacting Joe Curran,
jcurran@hotelnikkosf.com, fax: 415-421-0455, telephone: 415-394-1111.

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08242007: New Wedding Packages from Florida's Steinhatchee Landing Resort

Outdoor lovers will love the new small wedding packages offered by Florida's Steinhatchee Landing Resort. Located on 35 acres, the lush grounds of the resort provide a distinct Southern backdrop for ceremonies. The Landing has created three new Small Wonders wedding packages for even the smallest of gatherings. Guests can choose from among the property’s many scenic locations for the ceremony, from the wedding gazebo and water garden, to the riverside croquet lawn. The resort’s private pontoon boat is even available for couples who want to exchange vows while cruising down the Steinhatchee River.

Just You and I – $275 (Packages for parties of eight or less.)
Includes choice of resort ceremony location; Notary Public to perform the ceremony; a CD with 20 digital photos; appropriate wedding ceremony music

Intimate Details – $650 (Starlight gazebo ceremony are available for an additional $100 when booking the Intimate Details package. )
Includes “Just You and I” package amenities, plus a champagne toast; customized “Just Married” sign for the trip home; a two-night stay in a Spice Cottage; in-room Gilchrist & Soames spa treatment basket; continental breakfast each morning

Day to Remember – $900 (Starlight gazebo ceremony available for an additional $100 when booking the Day to Remember package.)
Includes “Intimate Details” package amenities, plus bridal flowers, including a silk bouquet and boutonniere; a one-hour pontoon boat ride on Steinhatchee River; two-night stay in a Honeymoon Cottage, with one dozen roses awaiting the couples’ arrival

Why It's Dreamy: Guests can choose from one- to four-bedroom Victorian and Florida Cracker style cottages that include full kitchens, washers/dryers, TV/DVD players, stereos with CD player, screened porches and outdoor charcoal grills. The luxuriously decorated Honeymoon Cottages offer h a large main room featuring a bedroom and sitting/dining area appointed with French country-style furniture and décor. Dimmable lighting, hardwood floors and a large, glass-enclosed gas fireplace inspire romance. The fireplace can even be enjoyed while soaking in the oversized spa tub with twin-heated backrests.

For More Information:
• call (800) 584-1709, (352) 498-3513
• visit www.SteinhatcheeLanding.com

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061507: A Second Honeymoon for Florida's The Moorings Village

In the Florida Keys, The Moorings Village has renovated its quaint Honeymoon Cottage, one of the resort’s original 1930s cottages. The one-bedroom Honeymoon Cottage has been restored in shades of pristine white and calming blue, and accented with rich hardwood furniture, plush throw pillows and luxurious linens. Set under a lush tree canopy of more than 700 coconut palms and punctuated with lazy hammocks, privacy is one of the main draws at this renowned island paradise.

Amenities include the resort’s 1,100-foot velvety white sand beach, tennis court, 25-meter heated swimming pool, fitness facilities, kayaks and windsurfing equipment, and Island Body & Sõl Spa at The Moorings Village.

To add to the celebratory mood, Newlywed couples who book Honeymoon Cottage for a week or more through December 15, 2007 will receive a complimentary welcome package, complete with a gourmet basket designed to help start a sweet life together, and a couples massage in the resort’s Beachside Massage Hut.

The Newlywed Package is based on the availability and blackout dates may apply.

For more information:
• visit www.mooringsvillage.com
• call 305.664.4708

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