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family time by the pool doesn’t have to be local
Indagare.com just released their list of favorite indoor and outdoor pools for travelling families. Three of our Park Hyatt properties topped the list! Take a look at their fabulous details, and a few more of our personal favorite pools from around the world.
Indgare.com’s Picks:
Boasting the best pool area in the city, Palacio Duhau – Park Hyatt Buenos Aires features a large, indoor pool that is available to guests all year. The pool, which is 82 feet long and surrounded by soothing natural toned marble, is a great way to keep kids entertained or for couples to unwind after a busy day in the capital. (more…)
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10 reasons to visit nantucket this fall
Does this sticky hot summer weather have you looking forward to the fall? If so, might be time to start planning a fall vacation to Nantucket. The summer crowds have dispersed, the water is the warmest it’s been all summer, and restaurant reservations are much easier to come by. If that’s not enough, here are 10 Other Great Reasons to Visit Nantucket This Fall.
1. Value (more…)
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responsible cruising? yes you can…
For those who care about the environment, there really is a cruise company that does too! Crystal Serenity just aced its intensive safety and environmental audit and as proof to the skeptics, in addition to their stringent Crystal Clean initiatives, Crystal Cruises has recently paired with the Clean the World organization to recycle unused toiletries and amenities to children’s charities around the world.
Crystal also prides itself on its 100% recyclable Ecohanger and reusable garment bags as well its commitment to a ‘sustainable seafood only’ policy. While cruising with Crystal, you no longer have worry about the environmental impact of this luxurious vacation!
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free spa treatment in june and july
Big news for those who LOVE facials! ESPA spas worldwide are offering complimentary Firming Eye Treatments with any facial booked during the months of June and July. So that’s an extra 15 minutes of bliss FOR FREE at luxury spas like the Peninsula Spas by ESPA in New York and Chicago, and ESPA at Acqualina in Miami.
The Firming Eye Treatment is a blissful firming and hydrating treatment using specific products rich in seaweed extract, green tea, and vitamin C. These help to reduce the appearance of fine lines, circles, and puffiness. It’s great for contact lens wearers and those that struggle with eye-strain – so for the many office workers who stare at computer screens all day long, this one is for you!
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jared coffin house and inn on the alameda on the today show
Check out the video below of Niloufar Motamed, Features Editor at Travel + Leisure magazine, recommending the Jared Coffin House and Inn on the Alameda as great places to bring Mom for Mother’s Day! Al Roker nods his approval to the Nantucket deal: accommodations, bike rentals for two for one day, and one breakfast for two at Brant Point Grill, all for $150 per night! And in Sante Fe you can spoil your mom with a cooking class and daily breakfast and wine and cheese reception, with the third night half off!
Visit msnbc.com for breaking news, world news, and news about the economy
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off the beaten path baths
Naladhu, Maldives
In the South Malé Atoll, just eight miles from the Maldivian capital Malé, Naladhu offers ocean-view and lagoon-facing beach villas, each with stunning living spaces designed with comfort in mind. The bathroom has an enclosed outdoor area meticulously landscaped with tropical flora to give an enchanting paradise vibe. For a sexy shower time, guests can rinse off in total privacy in the outdoor rain shower, or draw a bath for two in the al fresco terrazzo bathtub. Then heat things up in the interior steam room.
From May through July, rack rates start at $2,200 per night for a Beach House (excluding service charge and Maldivian bed tax).
Rosewood Mayakoba, Riviera Maya
At Rosewood Mayakoba, the line between ‘inside’ and ‘outside’ is deliciously blurry. But on the beautiful and balmy Mayan Riviera, it’s completely allowed! Let the wild embrace of the jungle saturate your senses in the spacious bathroom of your Deluxe Overwater Lagoon Suite, which seems to be floating along the water’s edge. Enjoy an romantic outdoor shower, surrounded by Yucatán flora or take an evening bath gazing out into the mangrove trees surrounding your villa.
Rates start at $850 per night from May to December for a Deluxe Overwater Lagoon Suite.
Parrot Cay, Turks & Caicos
Rates begin at $3,146 for a One Bedroom Beach villa.
Anantara Phuket Resort & Spa, Thailand
The “sexiness” of Anantara Phuket Resort & Spa is in its seclusion, as the resort is situated along Mai Khao Beach in the quiet northwest corner of the island, far removed from the hustle and bustle of the strip. Modeled after a traditional southern Thai village and surrounded by lush tropical gardens, the Pool Villas are spacious and super private, so newlyweds can while away the days with no fear of interruption or distraction. Queue up your wedding song on the iPod docking station, and step right from the luxurious bathroom into the infinity pool. Then try your best to choose between relaxing in the soaking tub built for two or feeling the breeze in the outdoor rain shower.
Rates begin at $1,082 for a Pool Villa.
La Reserve Ramatuelle, just outside of Saint-Tropez, France
Rates begin at around $1,320 for a Deluxe Room in high season.
Crystal Symphony’s two 982-square-foot Crystal Penthouses boast large verandahs and have the feel of elegant residential apartments with luxurious fabrics, details and finishes. While both the master and guest bathrooms feature rare marbles and designer fittings, the master bathrooms have new sunken Philippe Stark Duravit Jacuzzi bathtubs with 90-degree ocean views, glass mosaics and recessed televisions, among other features. The suites also offer an entrance lobby, his and her walk-in closets, private study area, living room, state-of-the-art audio-visual system, and dining room with floor-to-ceiling windows.
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spotlight on sue harmsworth
Today is International Women’s Day and it’s very clear that Mother Nature has been notified as it is the most gorgeous spring day here in New York City – finally!
It’s also a very appropriate day to recognize strong independent females, like Sue Harmsworth, the CEO and founder of the global spa company ESPA International. Sue has been working in the spa industry for over 40 years and has consulted on nearly 200 spas in over 60 countries worldwide since she started ESPA in 1993 – quite the accomplishment!
Here is a little advice and insight from Ms. Harmsworth for all women to absorb and consider: “I have a very female workforce globally and try to mentor them in how to deal with the stress of modern life. I believe that if you are straight with people it is much easier in the long run. The world is very small and any attempt to cover up will always be found out. If you don’t know something, don’t pretend that you do. Respect other cultures and don’t think our way is the best. Be open to new ideas and people who know better. We never stop learning; I learn something new every day. Have a curiosity about everything and everybody and be aware of everything around you. Assume nothing, what you say is often heard in a different way. Believe in yourself, many people can achieve great things.”
Right on, Sue, and Happy International Women’s Day!
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friday freebies for facebook fans
Calling all Facebookers! COMO Hotels & Resorts is offering an exclusive deal only available to its loyal Facebook fans. Reserve a room at Uma Ubud in Bali and receive a special rate of $160 per night, per room (exclusive of tax).
Now it’s easy (and affordable!) for you to take that last-minute breather from winter. Offering is available from March 1-31. Not a COMO fan yet? You still have time, click here. For more information, e-mail the Uma Reservations Team at res.ubud@uma.como.bz.
…and that’s not all!
The picturesque White Elephant hotel on Nantucket is now on Facebook. Become a fan, and you can enter to win access to Nantucket’s “it” event for gourmands and wine connoisseurs alike – The 2010 Nantucket Wine Festival.
One lucky couple will have the chance to win:
- 4 day/3 night stay in a luxurious White Elephant Suite or a one-bedroom White Elephant Hotel Residence
- Two tickets to the following events:
- Thursday: Harbor Gala on the White Elephant Lawn, featuring over 30 wineries and restaurants
- Friday: The Ultimate Seafood Seminar
- Friday: Six-course Wine Dinner at TOPPER’S at The Wauwinet featuring Pride Vineyards of Nappa Valley
- Saturday: Grand Tasting featuring wines from over 150 world-class wineries
- Sunday Brunch for two at Brant Point Grill at the White Elephant featuring the infamous “Make Your Own” Bloody Mary Bar
Hurry, become a Fan by April 18 to enter to win!
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your body after all the after-parties
We love the holiday party circuit, but after all is said and done, our bodies are left thoroughly damaged. No sleep, too much food and drink, and full hair and makeup for every event leave our hair looking lack-luster, our bodies a bit bloated, and our visage dull – not a pretty picture!
Here are ESPA’s 20-minute fixes to help combat the after-holiday body blues:
To Strengthen Fried Hair
This hair and scalp treatment gives luster and manageability to dry, damaged, and chemically treated hair.
20-Minute Fix: Massage onto dry scalp and smooth a second layer through the hair and leave on for 20 minutes before washing off.
To Slim a Bloated Body
This algae-rich seaweed bath is great for those trying to detox or slim down as it acts as a lymphatic circulatory stimulant that eliminates bloating and fluid retention.
20-Minute Fix: Add two capfuls twice weekly to a warm bath and immerse body for 20 minutes before cleansing as usual.
To Brighten a Tired Face
This cleansing mask is made with natural clays, minerals, and essential oils that draw out skin impurities while rebalancing moisture levels and refreshing the skin without it ever becoming dry and flaky.
20-Minute Fix: Apply a generous layer over the entire face, neck, and décolleté and leave on for 15-20 minutes before washing off with warm water.
All products are available online at ESPA’s revamped website www.espaonline.com or at ESPA spas worldwide, including The Peninsula Spa by ESPA, New York.
For more information or samples of the above, please e-mail janet@alicemarshall.com or call 212 861 4031.
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winter deals in caribbean and mexico
It’s that time of the year: the leaves are gone, and Starbucks has the gall to bring out its holiday cups. So, at the risk of getting ahead of ourselves, we wanted to send out two new deals for the Caribbean and Mexico for early 2010 (!) escapes.
On the Riviera Maya, Rosewood Mayakobá just announced its ‘5 for 4’ offer for stays from January 3 through May 10, 2010. This is available for all room categories. The fifth (consecutive) night is complimentary, and the only blackout date is March 3 to 7, 2010. The resort just won a Five Diamond Award for 2010, on top of a slew of others, but the real reason to go is the tequila library.
More details and reservations here or call 888-ROSEWOOD
In Turks & Caicos, Parrot Cay has several new offers for stays from January 10 through September 8, 2010: ‘7 for 5,’ ‘4 for 3,’ and then 25% off of any of its packages. These are applicable to all room categories. Its packages include the Stress Management Program and the Ayurvedic Program at the COMO Shambhala Retreat, the all-inclusive Sun and Seclusion, and then the new Babymoon and Romantic Runaway packages.
More details and reservations here or call 649-946-7788
After last winter, we are resolved to build in some warm sun & turquoise water getaways this year. After all, the Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte only gets you so far.
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