Jeanne Dupuis: Jeanne Dupuis has been a blogger for more than three years but is new to travel writing - and she loves it! Jeanne is fortunate enough to review the more luxurious side of traveling from fine dining to the world's most posh resorts and hotels. When she's not spending time with her three children, Jeanne works as a hypnotherapist.
Luxury travel deal for summer
This is a timely luxury travel deal for summer. The deal is for the Ritz-Carlton in Chicago, which recently completed a multi-million dollar renovation of its guest rooms, and also includes tickets to the new Modern Wing at The Art Institute of Chicago. Plus, with summer being one of the best times of the year to visit Chicago, the deal is perfect timing to take advantage of Chicago’s free outdoor music concerts, fireworks at Navy Pier on Saturdays, Cubs games at Wrigley Field, and walks...
May 20th, 2009 | Luxury | Read More
Luxury vacation rental in Park City
Park City, Utah might be a great winter vacation with its world-class skiing and winter activities but summer in this beautiful Utah mountain town should not be missed. In fact, summer is the reason local residents have stayed in Park City. As the saying goes, “They came to ski but stayed for summer.”
If you love to mountain bike, hike, and enjoy outdoor jazz concerts, bird watching and kayaking, then Park City should be high on your summer vacation “hit” list.
The ultimate "crash...
May 18th, 2009 | Luxury | Read More
Luxury bed & breakfast in Vermont
The Jackson House Inn & Restaurant in historic Woodstock, Vermont is pure adults-only heaven. This luxury inn doesn’t allow kids, pets or cell phones. And, it is pure New England. Housed in an 1890 Victorian mansion, The Jackson House Inn & Restaurant has carefully preserved its past with hardwood floors and antiques in each room. But don’t let that fool you into thinking The Jackson House Inn & Restaurant is outdated. Guest rooms and suites have modern amenities and its restaurant,...
May 13th, 2009 | Luxury | Read More
Luxury travel deal of the week: London
Summer is one of the best times of the year to visit London. The weather is sunny yet not stifling hot. And, there is so much to do outside, from walking through the various city parks, to playing tourist and seeing all the sights and sounds of this British capital, from Westminster Abbey to the Tower of London and more.
A luxury hotel to keep in mind if London is in your travel plans this summer is the 51 Buckingham Gate, Taj Suites & Residences. This luxury “townhouse” hotel consists...
May 12th, 2009 | Luxury | Read More
New luxury hotels in Italy
This spring and summer, the luxury hotel scene in Italy is expanding with the openings of two new luxury properties in Sicily.
La Plage opens this May in Taormina, Sicily. It will be the first five-star property to open in Sicily in several years and will be located on Taormina Isola Bella, a small island near Taormina, Sicily also known as “The Pearl of the Ionian Sea.” The island is a nature reserve and protected environment for local fauna and flora. La Plage will feature 61 guestrooms...
May 7th, 2009 | Luxury | Read More
Summer luxury travel ideas
With summer just around the corner, it is time to decide where to vacation. If you are looking for a luxury getaway that will help you relax, restore, and renew your mind and body consider these luxury travel retreats.
Terme Di Saturnia spa in Tuscany is renowned not only for its for its hot sulphurous waters that naturally soothe aching muscles and spirits but also for its gourmet Tuscan cuisine, which should be eaten outside, poolside and at dusk with views of the surrounding mountains and countryside....
May 7th, 2009 | Luxury | Read More
Luxury travel deal of the week for a romantic getaway
This luxury travel deal, or rather a luxury travel “steal,” is almost too good to pass up. It is the Châteaux de Saint Paterne outside of Alençon, France that, get ready for this, has room rates starting at only $179 a night. Hard to believe, I know.
A little about Châteaux de Saint Paterne: It is located southwest of Paris, between Normandy and the Loire valley, and is a Renaissance-period châteaux that is not only priced right with some rooms under $200 a night, but also offers a...
May 6th, 2009 | Luxury | Read More
The best vacation outside of Mexico
Thinking about canceling your trip to Mexico but still want to go somewhere to get a tan, sit poolside with a margarita and be pampered with luxury service? Consider New Mexico, the Land of Enchantment and Mexico’s sister state.
In Santa Fe, book at night at the luxury (and romantic) Inn of the Anasazi and enjoy dinner at The Shed, which is one of my personal favorites, or the more upscale Geronimo Restaurant. For lunch, La Casa Sena is a must for its outdoor patio, and for brunch Santacafe...
May 1st, 2009 | Luxury | Read More
Travel deal of the week for a girlfriends getaway
Looking for a place to vacation with the girls, or with mom for Mother’s Day? The Victoria Resort Golf & Beach in the Dominican Republic should be on your list of possibilities.
Now through October 31, 2009, the resort has a Girlfriends Getaway package with a cost savings of $219 per room, per night. Included in the package are:
- Complimentary upgrade to Junior Suite when booking a superior room (subject to availability).
- Complimentary mini-bar (restocked daily).
- Food and beverage...
April 28th, 2009 | Luxury | Read More
Luxury travel ideas for spring and summer
With the economy down, personal perks like travel can be hard to justify. Fear not! There are ways to stretch your travel dollars. Below are five travel ideas (and some deals) that are easy on the wallet. Check back next Thursday, April 30, for five more ideas and deals.
1. If you live in the Midwest, why go to California or Oregon when you can experience vineyard tours and trails within few hours’ drive from Chicago? Visit the Iowa Wine Trail (www.iowawinetrail.com) in eastern Iowa to experience...
April 23rd, 2009 | Luxury | Read More
Luxury travel deal of the week
From long lunches over fresh herring and Aquavit, which makes American Whiskey look delicate, to magnificent cultural and historical landmarks that could take all afternoon to tour, the Danish capitol of Copenhagen is a city worth visiting many times over.
If Copenhagen is on your travel “hit list” this year, plan to go sooner than later to take advantage of this special travel deal: a free Copenhagen Card is being offered to passengers travelling roundtrip to the Danish capital on Scandinavian...
April 21st, 2009 | Luxury | Read More
Luxury travel deal of the week
This luxury travel deal is for the golfer in you.
Destination Kohler, in Kohler, Wisconsin, roughly one hour’s drive north of Milwaukee, is home to some of the world’s best golf courses designed by the legendary Pete Dye.
Here’s the deal: Stay at the luxury American Club or the more value-oriented Inn on Woodlake for one night and golf the Irish or Meadow Valleys courses as many times as you want for $310, cart included. Room and meals extra.
Here’s a sample itinerary: Arrive Friday afternoon...
April 7th, 2009 | Luxury | Read More
Luxury travel tips for Michigan
The rumor is that Michigan is soon to become the new Napa Valley. With climate changes potentially affecting the California coastline, Napa vineyard owners are looking to Northern Michigan to grow their grapes.
Part of the appeal of Northern Michigan is the colder climate on the 45th Parallel where grapes for rare ice wines flourish. For more information on why wines do so well along the 45th parallel, read the Chicago Tribune’s story on this region: www.chicagotribune.com/features/food/chi-wine-line-29jun29,0,5358006.storygallery....
April 3rd, 2009 | Luxury | Read More
Luxury travel deal of the week – March 31, 2009
Have summer travel plans to Europe? Here is a deal to travel in style and comfort.
Lufthansa has launched a Business Class sale to several European cities,* including London, Rome, Vienna, Athens, Amsterdam, Zurich, Milan and more. Prices start at $1018.00 one way. Tickets must be purchased by July 6 and depart between June 28 and September 4, 2009.
Lufthansa Business Class amenities include "PrivateBed" sleeper seats; wide variety of wines and spirits; gourmet meals; on-demand movies;...
March 31st, 2009 | Luxury | Read More
Luxury travel ideas for Asia
Need a break from the recession? A mental escape? Consider taking one of Randy Lynch’s, (Lynch is the owner of the highly successful Kipling & Clark private luxury travel company based in Chicago that specializes in customized “dream trips” to Asia), exercusions and experience Southeast Asia in a way few will ever get the chance to.
Lynch is an Asia expert. His experience working for Korean Air and now owning his own travel company gives him not only the credentials, but the contacts...
March 29th, 2009 | Luxury | Read More
Luxury travel ideas and deals for spring and summer
With the economy down, personal perks like travel can be hard to justify. Fear not! There are ways to stretch your travel dollars. Below are five travel ideas (and some deals) that are easy on the wallet. Check back next Wednesday, April 1, for five more ideas and deals.
1. Considered Key West on a budget, visit Lake Erie Islands in Lake Erie, Ohio. www.lake-erie.com; 800-441-1271
2. One of the fastest growing segments in travel is volunteer vacations, which includes a nice perk: the costs are tax...
March 25th, 2009 | Luxury | Read More
Luxury travel deal of the week
In need of a last-minute spring break or Easter luxury travel deal? Consider these deals from the Hotel Valley Ho in historic Scottsdale, Arizona and put the recession and the economic woes out of your mind.
Free Sundays Any Sunday through May 17, when two people each enjoy a 60-minute spa service along with dinner at one of the hotel’s on-site restaurants, Trader Vic’s or ZuZu, your guest room is free.*
Easter weekend deal Spend an Easter vacation at the Hotel Valley Ho...
March 24th, 2009 | Luxury | Read More
A hotel Lance Armstrong fans will appreciate: Trek Travel’s new hotel in Wisconsin
The Mansion Hill Inn, a AAA Four Diamond property in Madison, Wisconsin, will be reopening in April after a massive renovation that includes 10 remodeled guest rooms and a belvedere with 360-degree views of downtown Madison.
Originally built in 1857, this Victorian-style inn will be transformed into the perfect blend of past and present with flat-screen HDTVs and Kohler bathroom fixtures, as well as preservation of historical features such as a central spiral staircase and wood-burning fireplaces....
March 20th, 2009 | Luxury | Read More
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