Daily Pampering: Escape to White Elephant Loft in Nantucket from $6,000

by Melanie Nayer on

The holidays are a stressful time. Whether you’re cooking a feast for the family or the only adult stuck at the kids table, the holidays are nothing if not memorable. And every year, you say you’re not going to do again… and every year, you do… But this year, why not try something different?

Cook the bird, make the stuffing, crush the cranberries and then get out of town! This daily pampering isn’t just luxurious, it’s necessary for your mental health after the holidays.

Leave the chaos and head for The White Elephant Loft in Nantucket. The quintessential New England island glows during the holiday season and the entire town dresses up for Christmas, with Santa Clause arriving via Coast Guard vessel and carolers lining the streets.

Check into The White Elephant Loft and unpack in a luxurious three-bedroom loft, let the staff treat you to breakfast each morning at Brant Point Grill, a four-course meal prepared in the loft, and a Saturday Champagne Reception at the White Elephant spa with hors d’oeuvres, and dinner after at Brant Point Grill.

The price for this daily pampering: $6,000 for up to six people, Dec. 1-4 or Dec. 2-5. The package also comes with $25 towards any $100 or more spa treatment.

The price for reclaiming your sanity after the holidays: Priceless

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Daily Pampering: Luxury villa properties in Anguilla from $30,000 a week

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Picture it: You’re relaxing in the Caribbean, overlooking the idylllic white sand beaches and breathtaking cliffs in the distance. You suddenly have an urge for conch fritters and a Hurricane, and thanks to the $30,000 a week you just spent on your private villa in Anguilla, you won’t have to go far to get it.

Two brand new luxury villa properties, Ani Villas, opened in Anguilla offering guests the feeling of a “private island” experience, with all the luxe amenities of a world-class all-inclusive resort.

The Villas, designed by the award-winning architect Lee Skolnick, are decorated in dramatic contemporary style and feature three master bedrooms and two twin guest rooms. They can be rented together as The Estate, a 25,000 square foot compound or individually (five night minimum); and come with an extensive list of high-end amenities including:

  • Dedicated personal staff
  • Complimentary rental car
  • Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
  • House wines, provisions purchasing and more.

Want it? You can have it. Ani Villas in Anguilla are available from $30,000 a week if you book before December 1, 2010. High season rates go as high $40,000 for the week.

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Daily Pampering: Luxury travel shopping experience in Milan

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What do you get for the fashionista who has everything? A luxury travel trip to Milan to explore high-end boutiques along Via Montenapoleone and attend two exclusive trunk shows with industry leaders Valentino, Stella McCartney, Dior, and more.

The luxury travel package, worth more than $13,000, is offered by Pure Entertainment Group and includes everything from a suite at The Four Season Hotel Milan, a private tour of the city, dinner at the exclusive Dolce & Gabbana Gold restaurant and a complimentary bottle of Veuve Clicquot champagne upon arrival.

What’s a luxury shopping experience without a new pair of shoes? Absolutely nothing. While you’re here, grab a new pair of stilettos and hit the catwalk in style.

This ultimate pampering package includes:

  • 4-night stay in a Junior Suite at the Four Seasons Hotel Milano
  • Daily full breakfast
  • Welcome amenities with complimentary bottle of Veuve Clicquot Champagne and fresh flowers
  • 2 Exclusive Trunk Shows at the boutiques of your choice on Via Montenapoleone with catering and champagne. Luxe designers include Valentino, Dior, Stella McCartney, Prada, Dolce & Gabbana, and Armani.
  • Exclusive discussion with some of Milan’s fashion designers
  • Preferred shopping privileges in Milan’s most exclusive boutiques
  • 1 gourmet dinner at Michelin-Starred restaurant Cracco Peck (alcohol not included)
  • Private guided tour of Milan (3 hours)
  • 1 dinner at Dolce & Gabbana Gold restaurant (alcohol not included)
  • Personalized airport welcome with limousine transfer to/from hotel

The price for this shopping package starts at $13,075/4 nights and is available through May 15, 2011

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Daily Pampering: Year-round yachting at Radisson Royal Moscow

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Feel like taking the yacht for a ride through the ice? Not a problem, if you’re in Moscow.

The Radisson Royal Moscow just introduced a fleet of specially commissioned river yachts now equipped with ice breakers — just so that winter travelers can still see the [snow-capped] sights while in Russia.

The yachts provide year-round, private cruises along the Moskva River, where guests can take in the likes of the Kremlin, Christ the Savior Cathedral, etc. River yachts can also be reserved for private parties and events, vodka likely on board.

To celebrate the arrival of the new yacht, the Radisson Royal Moscow is offering a new holiday package that includes a spin around the waters:

  • Two nights in a Superior Room, with upgrade to Deluxe pending availability
  • Daily Super Breakfast Buffet for two in Veranda Restaurant
  • Two-hour private sightseeing cruise on the Moskva River in the hotel’s custom river yachts
  • Access to the Royal Wellness Club and its Olympic-sized indoor swimming pool
  • Festive Sunday Brunch in Veranda Restaurant
  • Early check-in and late check-out, pending availability
  • In-room holiday welcome gift

Rates start at RUB 10,400 per night (approximately $350), based on double occupancy and the package is good through Jan. 16, 2011.

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Daily Pampering: The most expensive suite in Latin America

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What does $9,500 a night buy you? The F Suite at Faena Hotel + Universe – the most expensive suite in Latin America.

This Buenos Aires suite reflects the interior design of a collaboration between Philippe Starck and Alan Faena, and incorporates Imperial-style furniture, red velvet curtains, lapacho wood and arabasceto marble. Traditional Argentine themes and patterns can be found throughout the space and are woven into rugs. A large red Murano glass chandelier hangs in the center of the living room and oil portraits of General and Eva Peron adorn the wall.

In addition to all the luxury in the F Suite, the hotel a stunning pool, a rejuvenating spa and Turkish bath, two top notch restaurants and two intimate theaters that sell out live shows.

Pamper yourself in these luxury digs and you’ll get private access via a residential entrance, an outdoor terrace with spectacular views of the city and round-the-clock personal service by a dedicated Experience Manager.
What else are you going to do with $9,500 a night?

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