Daily Pampering: $9,000 presidential suite at The Ritz-Carlton Beijing, Financial Street

by Melanie Nayer on



What does $60,000 RMB buy you in Beijing? The glamorous presidential suite at the Ritz-Carlton Beijing, Financial Street. Converted to about $9,000 USD (plus a 15% service charge), this room has everything fit for luxury living on the hotel’s 19th floor:

  • Scenic view of the city skyline and the beautifully landscaped park
  • Fully-equipped kitchen
  • A library equipped with a printer and fax machine
  • Dining table for eight
  • Three flat screen televisions
  • An entertainment center with DVD and CD Player
  • High-speed Internet access and wireless
  • A free-standing Aveo Villeroy & Boch bathtub
  • A special shower room offering three choices of rainshower experience
  • Sauna room
  • Bulgari bath amenities
  • Walk-in wardrobe

The 15% service charge gets you 24/7 Ritz-Carlton service, and maybe the granting of three wishes. The hotel is conveniently located next to some of the world’s best luxury designer stores so any additional cash can be spent properly with a day of shopping.

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Daily Pampering: Ultimate induldgence at Ritz-Carlton Hotels of New York

by McLean Robbins on

Start Valentine’s Day early (or plan the perfect pre-proposal getaway) at The Ritz-Carlton Hotels of New York. Their Ultimate Indulgence Package is the perfect way to keep the romance alive.

You’ll be met upon arrival with chilled Champagne, long-stemmed roses, and a tempting treat in a luxurious suite. After a pampering in-suite couples massage, guests may enjoy cocktails and snacks in the exclusive Club Lounge before heading to a romantic dinner at The Ritz-Carlton New York, Central Park‘s BLT Market or The Ritz-Carlton New York, Battery Park‘s 2 West. Awaken the next morning to a full American breakfast made with the freshest, seasonal ingredients.

Guests of The Ritz-Carlton New York, Battery Park will also enjoy two ferry tickets to the Statue of Liberty.

Ultimate Indulgence Package rates start at $1,145 for a Statue of Liberty View Executive Suite at The Ritz-Carlton New York, Battery Park and from $1,695 for a suite at The Ritz-Carlton New York, Central Park.

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Daily Pampering: Ring in the 2011 at Stonepine Estate Resort

by McLean Robbins on

Should old acquaintance be forgot, and never brought to mind? New Years is a time to celebrate. Whether it is reveling in the glory of a successful year or looking brightly to what could be in the new year, New Year’s Eve stands as cross road of revelry and reflection with those closest to you, and what better way to celebrate both than with Stonepine Estate Resort’s New Years Gala?

With package accommodations ranging from $2,000 to $3,750, Stonepine is offering the perfect location for ringing in 2011. With this package, guests receive a three night stay in a Deluxe Stonepine Accommodation complete with a full European breakfast daily. On New Year’s Eve, Stonepine will host a night of dinner, dancing and salsa lessons. At the stroke of midnight, there will be a Champagne toast, and throughout the evening guests will be able to purchase raffle tickets to win a week’s stay in a private villa at Mauna Kea Resort in Hawaii.

After a fun night out, nothing says New Year’s Day like a scrumptious brunch featuring Bloody Marys, Ramous Fizzes and a complete deli buffet in the Blacksmith Bar. The package also comes with the choice of a riding lesson or a massage for two in the privacy of your suite. With a deal this good, why not stay an extra night? A complementary fourth night will be included for those looking to avoid holiday traffic or a good excuse to extend their getaway.

Now that’s what we call a good start to 2011.

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Daily Pampering: Experience the “Best of the Southwest” at Lake Austin Spa Resort

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Locally-sourced, seasonal and eco-friendly. These buzzwords have taken over the spa (and, quite frankly, travel) industries in recent years. Lake Austin Spa Resort melds all three into one specialty “Best of the Southwest” treatment ($195) that is sure to tickle the fancy of any spa lover. Drawing on the abundant local mesquite’s natural anti-microbial and anti-oxidant properties, the treatment begins with a sugar scrub that gently polishes and refreshes with mesquite honey and mesquite meal enriched with jojoba oil and pure sugar. After a shower, your skin is soothed and protected with an application of honey and orange blossom body lotion. While you’re swathed in a warm wrap, your hair and scalp are treated with a Desert Dew conditioning treatment and your feet will be soothed with ginger tea tree mango butter foot cream.

But such pampering doesn’t always have to be bank-breaking. Book a two-night stay for two at this #1 Conde Nast-rated spa and recieve 50% off the second person’s rate from now until January 7, 2011.

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Daily Pampering: Ojai Valley Inn & Spa New Years Eve package

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Don’t care for big crowds and even bigger parties this New Years Eve? Escape to Ojai Valley Inn & Spa.

Located just 75 miles north of Los Angeles, this celebrity favorite property (Private Practice star Kate Walsh had her wedding here!) is offering a special two-night New Years Eve package for couples including exclusive party favors upon arrival, five-course New Years Eve dinner for two at hotel restaurant Maravilla, complimentary Champagne toast and special midnight balloon drop celebration.

Relax the next day with New Year’s Day brunch followed by his and hers spa treatments. For families visiting the Inn, this package includes all of the above as well as a New Year’s Eve Camp Ojai celebration for two children and New Year’s Day brunch for four. Rates for the New Year’s Eve package begin at $1,100 for couples and $1,200 for families.

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