The impending threat of the melting polar ice caps has people questioning, “What can I do for my environment?” What if there was a way to do your part in luxury? Fairmont Hotels and Lexus have joined forces to unveil two “Lexus Hybrid Living Suites,” the Fairmont San Francisco and Fairmont Washington D.C. The suites have found a way to marry the concept of the “Green Movement” with luxury and offer guests a fully sustainable and organic experience. Every room includes eco-friendly bath amenities, mini-bats with local wines, organic farmstead cheeses and much more.

Visitors are offered complimentary use of a Lexus LS 600h L, a low-emission luxury car while staying in their luxury suite comprised of organic and rapidly renewable resources. Eco-friendly comes at no cost to chic style with interior designs by famed eco-designer Kelly LaPlante, whose designs are based on organic fabrics, mattresses, paint, recycled leather from Lexus vehicles, pillows, towels and robes. Guests also receive a Green Guide and audio podcast that recommends environmentally friendly activities that can also be found on the Lexus Hybrid Living website. And now through December 30, 2008 the Eco is the new Chic package includes accommodations in the Lexus Hybrid Living Suite, access to the Lexus LS 600h L, complimentary parking and a bottle of organic wine and is available for $869 plus tax per night. read more »

The Renaissance Dallas Hotel is making love a priority with their new Romantic Getaway Escape for Two.

Even the details have been planned to perfection, from fresh duvets and crisp, cotton linens, to a backdrop of spectacular skyline views. This romantic Dallas hotel has thought of everything in terms of celebrating the romance in relationships.

The Dallas Romantic Getaway Escape for Two includes:

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They say "life is better on the beach"--and that goes for the luxurious items up for bid through the exclusive SOLD OUT Food Network South Beach Wine & Food Festival. But you don't need one of these exclusive tickets, or to live in Florida, in order to bid on - and win - the auction items --- instead, visit www.BiddingForGood.com to get in on the action! Items include:

• A 15L Chateau Mouton Rothschild 2000
  
• A stay at the majestic Alvear Palace Hotel, Buenos Aires, with airfare
  
• EBEL Brasilia his and her watches
  
• Tickets to the exclusive Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week in New York, including two tickets to a by-invitation-only designer show in September 2008 held in Bryant Park with Official Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week gift bags
  
• One 3L bottle of Dry Creek Vineyard Heritage Zinfandel 2006
  

The Caribbean, the ultimate destination for relaxation, and The Ritz-Carlton, the ultimate destination for luxury, offer the perfect summer escape this season. What better time to visit The Ritz-Carlton hotels of the Caribbean than when days are longest and rates are lowest?

Summer Rates at The Ritz-Carlton Hotels of the Caribbean (valid June 15th- October 31st, 2008):

• The Ritz-Carlton Golf & Spa Resort, Rose Hall, Jamaica: $199
  
• The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman: $299
  
• The Ritz-Carlton, San Juan Hotel, Spa & Casino: $209
  
• The Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas: $269