Spas

The Atlantic Hotel, overlooking Fort Lauderdale, Florida's beaches, has introduced its Shopping & Spa Sojourn package, just in time for Mother's Day. Available from May 8 through August 31, 2009, the Shopping & Spa Sojourn package is priced at $299 per room, per night, based on double occupancy, with a two-night minimum, and includes:

• Grand Deluxe Oceanfront Room – Measuring 600 sq. ft., each room features terraces overlooking the ocean, granite kitchenettes, expansive five-fixture bathrooms, BOSE sound systems and wireless Internet service.
• $50 credit per person to Spa Atlantic – The 10,000-sq.-ft. Spa Atlantic provides a rejuvenating experience that is as therapeutic to the mind and spirit as it is to the body.
• $100 Neiman Marcus gift card – Guests can get an extra style boost from Neiman Marcus, renowned for its specialty fashion and quality products, located in The Galleria Mall at Fort Lauderdale just minutes from The Atlantic Hotel.
• Lunch for two at Neiman Marcus – A cozy-chic, in-store eatery, The Mermaid Bar®, located inside Neiman Marcus, offers a diverse menu with the ambience of a whimsical, modern diner.
• Neiman Marcus in-room welcome amenity
• Personal shopping services available – Guests can experience Neiman Marcus’ unparalleled customer service with personal shopping assistants available.

Situated on 1,300 acres of pristine countryside, The Equinox is nestled between the Green and Taconic Mountain ranges at the base of Mount Equinox, making it the ideal locale for skiing and other outdoor winter sports. Prime skiing and snowboarding access is just one of many pportunities for adventure that guests can choose to explore during the long haul of skiing season from October to May.

The New England scenery creates a beautiful backdrop while guests enjoy offerings like the 13,000 square foot full-service spa, 18-hole golf course, British School of Falconry, Off-road Driving School, Field Archery and an exquisite new look courtesy of acclaimed designer, Geoffrey Bradfield and his celebrated architectural vision. Read more

With a nearly non-stop slate of festivals from April through September, Miami promises to be one of the coolest places on the planet to visit this summer. Making the destination even more attractive are the great deals that hotels, resorts, attractions and even restaurants are offering. Here are some of the ways to live it up in Miami this summer at a fraction of the cost:

Acqualina: ESPA, the leader in luxury spas, has opened its first U.S. branded spa at Acqualina, a Rosewood Resort in Sunny Isles Beach. The hotel is offering 20% off for Florida residents. The ultimate treatment is ESPA Time, which requires no decision-making upon booking. Simply set aside two hours or more and through a one-on-one consultation, the therapist establishes the guest's needs to fit the moment of the day. The result is tailored treatments and completely individualized experiences. Couple an ESPA treatment with a stay in a luxurious Intracoastal or oceanfront suite and receive 20-35% off, along with a complimentary continental breakfast for two adults and up to two children (12 and under). Both packages are available from June 1-September 30. Room rates start at $275 (prices vary based on the number of nights booked). For room discounts, please ask for the Family Package. For ESPA, please ask for the ESPA Florida resident discount. For more information, call 305-918-8000 or visit www.Acqualina.com. Read more

Resorts and hotels throughout South Florida and the Caribbean are offering special ways for families to show mom just how much they care.

Give mom the keys to relaxation at Cheeca Lodge - This Mother's Day, treat mom to a weekend stay at Cheeca Lodge in the beautiful Florida Keys . Top it all off with a special Mother's Day brunch, island-style, on Sunday, May 13 from 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Cheeca's award-winning culinary team, led by Executive Chef Barry Walling, will prepare an exquisite hot and cold buffet, complete with local delicacies. Celebrating this special day, each mother will receive a single long-stem rose.

The Mother's Day Brunch is $42.00 for adults and $19.50 for children 6-12 years old. Tax and gratuity are extra. (Children aged five and under dining with their parents are free.) Reservations should be made well in advance as this special Mother's Day Brunch is sure to be sold-out. For more information and reservations, please contact the concierge at (305) 517-4411. Deluxe resort view rooms start at $369 a night and a deluxe one-bedroom suite starts at $579. Tax and a daily resort fee of $39 are extra. For room reservations, call 800-327-2888 or visit www.cheeca.com. Read more

“Don’t Lose Your Keys” is this year’s slogan for the annual Earth Day celebration to be held on the beachfront at Cheeca Lodge on April 14. The worldwide festivities honoring Mother Earth are marked by a very special family-fun holiday at Cheeca for visitors and local residents alike. Since 1994, guests at the hotel and residents of the “Sport Fishing Capital of the World” have met at the resort to enjoy a full day of beachfront activities, family barbecue, musical entertainment and environmental education.

Proceeds of this year’s event will go to the Florida Keys Wild Bird Center, which provides emergency and recuperative care for injured birds and is evolving into a significant collection and distribution point for information about our environment. For more information visit www.fkwbc.org or call 305.852.4486. Read more

Any parent will tell you that having a baby changes everything. Spontaneous trips with your partner and free time both become distant memories. Recognizing that expecting parents could use a romantic get-away before the big arrival, The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa has partnered with babystyle, an upscale maternity, baby and children's store, and Kierland Commons shopping district to offer couples one last hurrah with the "Bundle of Joy" Babymoon Package.

The "Bundle of Joy" Babymoon Package provides expecting couples with every extravagance needed for relaxation and romance, including: Read more

Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort jumps into the spring/summer season with special rates and eight packages designed for families, couples and golfers.

New hot deals for Spring (March 2-March 15, 2007; April 22-May 24, 2007) include the Bayside Inn from $149 per night; the new Luau beachside tower hotel room from $189 per night; as well as one-bedrooms from $209; and two-bedrooms from $299.

Over Spring Break (March 16-April 21, 2007) enjoy the newly renovated Bayside Inn from $169 per night; or the new Luau tower: hotel from $219; one-bedroom from $249 per night; or two-bedroom from $359 per night. Read more

The Barcelo Maya Beach Resort in Mexico announces the grand opening of its new luxury spa facility at the expansive all-inclusive resort complex that includes the Premium Level five-star Barcelo Maya Tropical and Colonial Beach Hotels. The new spa welcomes guests with Mayan influenced architecture and European style spa services.

The Spa is located in a beautiful garden area of the resort offering a tranquil retreat. Treatment services include Swedish and Mayan style massage, couples massage, flotation therapy, hydrotherapy and Vichy showers. In addition, there is a traditional Mayan Temazal Lodge (a traditional Indian sweat lodge). Other services include eight outdoor cabins for tropical massages, and full beauty services such as facials, manicures, pedicures and hairstyling. For relaxation there is a resting area with an indoor waterfall overlooking the gardens. Read more

This holiday season, Marriott International, Inc. is offering a little enchantment with its Pure Magic and Together Time holiday specials. Families and couples can enjoy extraordinary weekend getaways to locations worldwide with offers designed to delight the senses and stir the spirit.

Guests can book Pure Magic packages right now at Marriott, Renaissance and Courtyard hotels worldwide for stays through Jan. 15, 2007. Packages at participating hotels range from luxurious spa getaways to fun family excursions to weekend escapes featuring cultural events and museum tours.

Take advantage of shopping packages, such as the Escape Holiday Shopping Package at the Boston Marriott Copley. With access to more than 100 premier stores, holiday shopping is a breeze. Complete with breakfast for two and a "Pruferred Card" with discounts for more than 45 stores in the Prudential Center, as well as coupons and discounts in the shops of Copley Place Mall, this package equips even those who can resist dropping to keep on shopping. Read more