Romantic Travel News

2032008: Sarasota's Siesta Key Offers “Say I Do Again” Vow Renewal

Are you looking for a way to make this Valentine's Day truly memorable? Consider a vow renewal. We've had two vow renewals and each one was incredibly special...and much easier to arrange than a wedding!

You can make your vow renewal even easier to arrange by participating in a group vow renewal. Every year, over 400 couples gather on Siesta Key Beach in Sarasota, Florida (one of the only places in the world where the soft, sugary sand is 99% pure quartz) to renew their vows of marriage. The ceremony takes place on the beach at sunset.

When: The "Say 'I Do' Again: A Renewal of Marriage Vows" event takes place at 6:00 pm on Feb. 14.

How to Participate: The vow renewal is open to anyone who would like to attend– locals and visitors alike. Couples can pre-register for event by calling 941-861-7275, and will receive a special personalized certificate and flowers.

After the ceremony couples can enjoy light refreshments, live music, a walk on the beach or can join in the Valentine Stoll to Siesta Key Village, where shopkeepers stay open and there are plenty of outdoor cafes for a romantic Valentine’s Day meal.

For More Information:
• visit www.colonybeachresort.com

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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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1172008: Valentine Package in Paris

Paris is synonymous with romance so what better place to enjoy Valentine's Day? We just received word of this new package from Concorde Hotels & Resorts. The Je t’aime Romance package at one of the group’s six historic and centrally located Parisian hotels.

The Package: The Je t’aime Romance package includes:

* An exquisite daily buffet breakfast
* Welcome glass of champagne for two
* one Box of Sweets
* Complimentary WHERE TO KISS IN PARIS book which guides visitors to the most romantic places to kiss in the “city of love”

The Hotels: Participating Concorde Hotels & Resorts in Paris include:

* Hotel Concorde Montparnasse (from approx. $250/night) -- Located in the heart of Montparnasse, the exceptional location offers a spectacular view of the Eiffel Tower.

* Hotel Concorde La Fayette (from approx. $272/night) -- Ideally located between the Champs-Elysées and La Défense, this hotel boasts unique views of the city.

* Hotel Concorde St. Lazare (from approx. $309/night) -- This grand 19th century hotel is a short walk away from the Opéra Garnier and the famous Parisian department stores. The hotel’s entrance hall—listed as a historic monument—and its exclusively designed furnishings give it a unique charm.

* Hotel Ambassador (from approx. $339/night) -- Just a few steps away from the famous Opéra Garnier and the Grands Magasins (department stores), guests are surrounded by a unique aesthetic that blends traditional and modern influences.

* Hotel Lutetia (from approx. $398/night) -- The West Bank’s grand hotel lies in the heart of Saint-Germain des Prés and its fashion boutiques, just a few steps away from the Jardin du Luxembourg and the Musée d’Orsay, and facing Le Bon Marché, the famous Parisian department store.

* Hotel du Louvre (from approx. $413/night) -- The most Parisian of the hotels, it faces the Musée du Louvre and the Opéra Garnier. In the heart of Paris’ fashion district, Hotel du Louvre is set apart by its colorful interior design, inspired by the authentic style of the Napoleon III era.

Dates: Stay anytime from February 8 through February 17 (no minimum night stay is required).

Price: Rates start at approximately $250 per night, per room. Rates listed above reflect US dollar to Euro rates on the date of January 9, 2008. Rates may fluctuate and vary depending on hotels, and rooms are subject to availability. The Je t’aime Romance package is also available at other Concorde Hotels & Resorts located in Spain, Germany, Switzerland and France.

For more information:
• call 800-888-4747
• visit www.concorde-hotels.com

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192008: Contest for the World's Greatest Love Story

We just received word of two new romantic contests sponsored by Sandals Resorts, 1-800-FLOWERS.COM® and YouTube™--ones that highlight romantic stories with video.

With the contests, you can enter a video of your wedding proposal or love story on YouTube™ for the opportunity to win romantic prizes, including a Luxury Included™ vacation and Preston Bailey Signature WeddingMoons package at Sandals Resorts. Winning video entries will also be featured on the YouTube™ homepage in time for Valentine’s Day.

"Will You Marry Me?" Contest

The “Will You Marry Me?” contest allows contestants the opportunity to submit a video of a wedding proposal to www.youtube.com/greatestlovestories between now and January 30th, 2008. The winning submission will be played on YouTube™ homepage on Monday, February 11, 2008.

The Prize: The grand prize winner will receive one year of flowers from 1-800-FLOWERS.COM®, a diamond engagement ring from Blue Nile, first class travel for four (4) on American Airlines, and a Sandals Resorts Preston Bailey Signature WeddingMoons® package featuring Preston Bailey’s new Sea Mist collection. This Luxury Included™ getaway includes six days and five nights at any one of the twelve Sandals Resorts located in Jamaica, Antigua, St. Lucia or The Bahamas.

"Video Valentine" Contest

The “Video Valentine” contest will allow contestants to share the story of how they fell in love, by submitting a creative and entertaining video to www.youtube.com/greatestlovestories between now and January 30th, 2008.

Starting on February 4th, the YouTube™ community will vote for their favorite “Video Valentine” entries.

The Prize: The grand prize winner will receive a year of flowers from 1-800-FLOWERS.COM®, a pair of diamond earrings from Blue Nile, first class travel for two (2) on American Airlines, and a Sandals Resorts, four-day, three-night Luxury Included™ vacation, in addition to having their winning video play on the YouTube™ homepage on Valentine’s Day.

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01082008: How About Valentine's in Morocco?

Got a case of "been there, done that" when it comes to romantic getaways? Then how about Valentine's in Morocco? Octogone TERRE Resort & Spa in Marrakech is offering a Valentine's Day package. You'd be surprised how easy the flight from the US to Morocco is...we went for a few days and, from the East Coast, it's an easy flight.

The Package: The Valentine's Day Package includes:

• Round trip airport pickup and transfers from Menara Airport
• Two nights accommodation in choice of suite
• Daily breakfast for two served in room or anywhere throughout the hotel
• Guided tour of the famed "Red City" of Marrakech
• A complimentary bottle of Moroccan wine and appetizers served in room after the tour
• A private candlelit Moroccan dinner served in a traditional tent
• A traditional hamman in the Sanctuary Spa followed by massage treatment for two
Poolside lunch service
• A romantic evening carriage ride through Marrakech
• A complimentary champagne nightcap with assorted Moroccan pastries
• Souvenir gift

Price: Offered throughout the month of February, the 3-day, 2-night Valentine's Package is priced from $1,240 USD, per night for a Junior Suite, $1,630 USD per night for a Suite and $1,880 USD, per night for a Romance Suite. Rates are for double occupancy, subject to availability and exclusive of tax. Rates are subject to 10% government tax and a local tourist tax of 27 dirham (about $3.50 USD) per person, per day. (USD rates are based on exchange rate on 1/8/08 of 1 Moroccan Dirham = 0.13 USD.)

Why It's Dreamy: Located in the Palmeraie Desert, the all-suites TERRE Resort & Spa, which opened in 2006, offers a luxury getaway with easy access to Marrakech (just 7 km away) --an oasis from which to explore the city's colorful bazaars, lively souks, and bustling medinas. The 52-room luxury suite property is set on almost 12 acres of land in its own small village. Facilities include three restaurants, a full-service spa, an infinity pool, tennis courts, a fitness center, golf putting area, and access to a nearby world-class golf courses.

For more information:
• call: (480) 503-8022 or (800) 915-4012
• visit http://www.octogonehotels.com/

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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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01022008: Victoria's Villa Marco Polo Offers Romanza Package

How about all the romance of Italy...and the convenience of Victoria, British Columbia?

The romantic Villa Marco Polo is, for the first time, offering the “Romanza” package for couples looking beyond the traditional ‘flowers and chocolates’ ritual. With tickets to the Opera, a fabulous Italian feast and an overnight at the Villa, this is one Valentine’s Day you'll both remember.

The Package:

After taking some time to relax and prepare for the evening, dress in your finest and head into Victoria for an evening on the town. You’ll enjoy an early candlelit dinner at Zambri’s, one of Victoria’s most renowned Italian restaurants. Known for its extensive wine list, and sophisticated yet authentic bistro-style dishes, you’re sure to discover why Zagat rated it the “best Italian food in the city”.

After dinner, stroll the peaceful moonlit streets of Victoria on your way to Pacific Opera Victoria. The Villa Marco Polo has provided you with prime seats for the evening performance of Madama Butterfly, Puccini’s celebrated love story. One of the world’s most popular operas for over a century, this presentation is authentically performed in Italian with English subtitles, perfect for new and experienced audiences alike. When the show ends, feel free to linger over a glass of wine, or enjoy a late-night stroll through the Inner Harbour, before retiring to your suite at the Inn. It’s your special night to spend as you wish.

Back at the Villa, the library offers a selection of books, games, and a cozy fireplace to curl up next to. For those who prefer to relax in privacy, the pre-loaded iPod and docking station in each room is a sure favorite. Opening in February 2008, a full service spa upstairs will provide pampering massages and facials. In the morning, a gourmet four-course breakfast provides a decadent start to the new day.

Price: Rates for the package are $250per person (based on double occupancy), including one night’s accommodation, $100 credit per couple at Zambri’s, and two prime tickets to Madama Butterfly.

Dates: The Romanza package is available on Feb 14-15, 16-17, 19-20, 21-22 and 23-24.

To guarantee opera tickets, the package must be booked by January 10th, but tickets may be available closer to the date as well. Additional nights can be added on at $100 per person.

Why It's Dreamy: The Italian Renaissance-style Villa was designed with romance in mind, as it was built as a gift to a young bride in 1923. The four enchanting suites each offer their own special charm, with double soaker tubs and separate tiled showers, fine European linens, hardwood floors, and premium king-size beds.

For More Information:
• call (877) 601-1524
• visit http://www.villamarcopolo.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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12192007: Valentine--and Helicopter-- Package at The Hassler Roma

We see a lot of romantic getaway packages here at Lovetripper but this one just might be a first: a package that combines a Valentine's getaway and a helicopter ride.

The Hassler Roma (yes, in Rome) is offering the Roman Skyline Package this Valentine's season with the chance to buzz around the city via helicopter.
Circling over the Vatican and St. Peter's Basilica, the Colosseum, the Pantheon, and more, guests will then return to the hotel to enjoy five-star amenities and top-of-the-line service.

The Package: The Hassler Roma's super-luxe Roman Skyline Package includes:

· Three nights in a Classic Suite

· Helicopter ride over Rome (30 minutes; additional time available with supplement)

· Private limousine roundtrip service from the Hassler to the heliport

· Daily buffet breakfast

· Exclusive tasting-menu dinner (excluding beverages) at Imago - Hassler Roma's restaurant with a panoramic view

· Private arrival transfer from airport to the Hassler (between 7:00am and 9:00pm; between 9:00pm and 7:00am a supplement of Euro 50.00 applies)

· A bottle of Prosecco (Italian sparkling white wine) in room upon arrival

· Special gift from the Amorvero Home Collection, Hassler Roma's signature body-care line

· Daily fresh fruit and flowers in room

The Price: The package is priced at 6,570 Euros (approximately $9,500) based on double occupancy.

Dates: The package is valid from January 1 to February 28, 2008

Why It's Dreamy: Set atop the Spanish Steps and featuring a panoramic view of the entire city, the Hassler Roma has been a luxury getaway for over a century. Each of the 82 rooms and 13 suites are individually designed and adorned with authentic Italian accents, from the walls and ceilings decorated with trompe l'oeil paintings, mosaics and frescoes to the Venetian lamps and chandeliers imported from the island of Murano.

For More Information:
• visit www.hotelhasslerroma.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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11302007: Two Caribbean Valentine's Day Packages for Galley Bay and Palm Island

We've said it before and we'll say it again: if you're considering a Valentine's getaway, it's not too early to start making those plans! This holds doubly true if your getaway is in the Caribbean, which is at its peak of high season during Valentine's so there's a lot of demand for hotels and for air to the islands.

We've just received word of two new Valentine's packages at Elite Island Resorts. The specially-priced, romance-focused programs are exclusively available at its two upscale adults-only, Caribbean resorts: Galley Bay and Palm Island. Both resorts are known for their idyllic seclusion and Caribbean charm.

The Packages: "Romance & Privacy" packages are available from February 1-29, 2008, and include:

-- A five-night all-inclusive stay at Galley Bay, priced at $1,999 per person, and features a romantic champagne sunset cruise; an evening of in-room privacy gift basket with candles, rose petals and aromatic bath oils; two massages (one each) with trained masseuse; and two matching Galley Bay bath robes.

-- A seven-night, all-inclusive stay at Palm Island, priced at $2,688 per person, and features a Beachfront Room; a picnic lunch with wine on a private beach; a romantic champagne sunset cruise; a candle lit dinner served on the beach or in room; and two matching Palm Island bath robes, as well as inter-island flights between Barbados and Union.

These all-inclusive rates are per person, double occupancy, with all meals, beverages, non motorized water sports, hotel taxes and service charges included.

The Resorts: Located on the west coast of Antigua, Galley Bay has just 96 guest cottages and suites tucked into forty acres of tropical gardens and beachfront. On Palm Island, a secluded 135-acre private-island hideaway in the Grenadines, 44 guest lodgings harmonize with nature.

"With their secluded settings, natural beauty, friendly service and low- key activities, these resorts seem custom-created for romance," says Steven E. Heydt, Elite Island Resorts president. "All-inclusive pricing adds to the feeling of being on a fantasy island; once there, guests can put their wallets away and enjoy romantic experiences such as a picnic on a private beach, as well as meals, wine, top-shelf liquor, a wide array of water sports and more."

For More Information:
• call (800) 345-0356
• visit www.eliteislandresorts.com

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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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10162007: Valentine's Package from Red Carnation Hotels

Sure, it's not even Halloween yet but it's not too early to start thinking about Valentine's Day getaways! The demand for romantic packages is at its peak during that time so if you want to snag a good package, now's the time to start looking.

We just received word of two Valentine's packages that will be offered next year by the Red Carnation Hotels in London. These packages are being offered the whole month of February and are available at all of Red Carnation’s five- and four-star London hotels – “41” opposite Buckingham Palace; The Milestone by Kensington Gardens; The Egerton House in Knightsbridge; The Montague in Bloomsbury (we've stayed here...a great boutique hotel atmosphere and terrific location); The Chesterfield Mayfair and The Rubens next door to “41” – two types of break are available.


The Valentine Romance Package: The package includes:

• Accommodation in a luxurious room for one night

• A book of poems to read to each other in bed

• Candles around the bath and petals within

• Half a dozen red roses

• A box of luxury chocolates

The Valentine Indulgence Package: With the Valentine Indulgence break you receive all of the above, plus:

• A bottle of Champagne in your room

• A hibiscus flower as your living memento

• A Love Hamper with fruits, love hearts, bath salts and body lotion

Price: Prices for the Valentine Romance break start at £280 per room per night, with Valentine Indulgence available from £365 per room per night.

For More Information:
• visit www.redcarnation.com

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