First on the calendar, Mother’s Day always seems to garner more attention than Father’s Day. But this June 15, think imaginatively and let dear old Dad know he’s #1, too, with the gift of luxury travel. From Turk and Caicos to the heart of Manhattan, here are a handful of first-rate hotels and resorts offering special Father’s Day getaways, including special enticements packaged just for his special day:
For Spa Aficionado Dads: News Flash: Dads like to be pampered, too. And nowhere will they find greater indulgence than with the Father’s Day Weekend Package at The Regent Palms in Turks and Caicos. The pleasure-packed, four-night getaway includes a special Father’s Day cookie upon arrival: dinner for two at Parallel23, including tax, tip, Cognac or Vintage Port and Cuban cigar; a couple’s massage at the award-winning Regent Spa; an artful morning shave in the new men’s treatment room complete with flat screen television; a day of golf via round-trip luxury transportation; a post-game shoulder chair massage; a half-day of bone-fishing for two, including drinks; a sunset cruise for two; and for a parting gift, an Art of Shaving Kit. Four-day Father’s Day Weekend from $3,300/double occupancy; available June 11-17(minimum 4 night stay), 2008, must arrive on a Wednesday or Thursday. www.RegentTurksandCaicos.com
For Well-Deserving Dads: Move over, 12-and-unders – Dad’s the one who rides, eats and enjoys himself for free over Father’s Day Weekend at Hyatt Regency Tamaya Resort & Spa. This inviting New Mexico retreat gets the ball rolling with a free game of golf (with another paying adult) at the Twin Warriors Golf Club; a free horseback ride (with another paying rider) at the Stables at Tamaya; a free dinner (with another paying diner) at Santa Ana Café on Friday or Saturday night; late 6:00pm checkout; and a host of complimentary, family-focused activities including S’mores, stories under the stars, “dive-in movies” and more. From $215/double occupancy. www.tamaya.hyatt.com
For Dads on the Move: Treat Dad to Denver like he’s never experienced it with an Urban Escape at The Oxford Hotel. The historic hotel – the city’s first, no less – in the heart of Denver’s LoDo District, is perfect for Father’s Day with a fabulous meal for two at McCormick’s Fish House, where seafood is delivered twice daily to assure it’s freshest and best; a relaxing Swedish massage at the Oxford Club, Denver’s original spa and salon; two tickets to the Comedy Works or the Contemporary Museum of Art/Denver, both located right nearby; and a bottle of red wine or Champagne to wash down scrumptious Chocolate truffles back at the hotel. From $550/double occupancy in a deluxe room. www.theoxfordhotel.com
For Diplomat Dads: Place your dad in the heart of the action in Midtown Manhattan with a Father’s Day getaway from The Millennium UN Plaza. Convenient to all the world’s greatest city has to offer, including the world’s most prominent deliberative body, The Millennium UN Plaza offers superior accommodations for a Friday, Saturday or Sunday night stay; full American Breakfast Buffet for two (kids under 12 dine free!); a 50-minute massage for Dad at the hotel’s onsite, full-service health club; and a choice of welcome amenities valued at $40 each. From $299/double occupancy. www.unplaza.com
For Dads Who Like to Explore: What are the hottest spots in the world’s hottest destinations? Assure that your Father knows best with LUXE City Guides. Sleek, urbane and decidedly sassy, LUXE guides are jammed with insider tips on the best places to eat, drink, shop and stay in 28 cities all over the globe, including the newest editions to Chicago, Los Angeles, London, Berlin, Barcelona, and Florence. Dazzle Dad with individual titles for $9 a pop, or splurge for a LUXE World Grand Tour Box, with 12 LUXE City Guides nestled in a beautifully handcrafted, matte white box with black velvet brocade for $99. (Other box set variations available). www.luxecityguides.com
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