Photo courtesy of Harpo Studios, Inc.

For those of love Oprah Winfrey, one of the events they would look forward to each year was her “Oprah’s Favorite Things” annual show. The popular show aired between 2002 to 2010, but was not shown in with in 2009.

“Oprah’s Favorite Things” returned this year and the two-hour episode aired on her OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network channel, and it was a moving experience as Oprah Winfrey paid tribute to a group of very surprised Military Spouse of the Year finalists.

As in the past, Oprah unveiled must-have gifts for this upcoming holiday season. One of the hit gifts was surprising the military spouses with a once in a lifetime trip to the amazing Fiji Islands and Namale, Fiji’s #1 Resort & Spa.

Namale Resort & Spa, Fiji

Oprah’s team worked with the Tourism Fiji, the incredible, tropical Fiji getaway included two round trip tickets on Air Pacific, Fiji’s International airline and Pacific Sun, along with a five-night stay at the luxurious all-inclusive Namale Resort & Spa.

It was a special moment for many of the military wives as tears of joy flowed. Eight of the spouses had never had a honeymoon, and others had not been on a vacation with just their spouse in many years.

Namale Resort & Spa, Fiji

If you missed the show the first time, you can catch the television special “Oprah’s Favorite Thing: 2012” again on December 23, 2012 at 9:00 p.m. ET/PT on OWN.

To learn more about Namale Resort & Spa, Fiji or to book a reservation, please contact us at:

Casa Bonita Tropical Lodge

The popularity of a relaxing spa treatment continues around the world.  Many people believe these soothing and detoxifing treatments offer various health, physical and spiritual purifications.

Casa Bonita Tropical Lodge, nestled in the Dominican Republic’s pristine southwestern Bahoruco Forest and one of the Dominican Republic’s most eco-friendly boutique hotels, is offering brand new Taino Steam Baths and Temazcal therapies at its renowned Tanama Eco Spa.

These soothing and purifing new treatments are tailored for those seeking a green indulgence.  Enjoy a mystical treatment designed to cleanse the body, invigorate the mind, and awaken the senses.  Casa Bonita Tropical Lodge can create a custom eco-friendly spa package perfect for travelers and spa enthusiasts seeking a relaxing escape into ancient prehispanic cultural traditions.  Whether a mother daughter bonding trip or a bridal getaway, you will enjoy a spa package designed especially for you.

Located in a serene jungle oasis and made of rustic natural materials, the spa’s new Temazcal igloo shaped structure symbolizes the womb of mother earth. Within the structure, the cleansing ceremony combines the four elements – earth, air, water and fire – to purify and harmonize the mind, body and spirit in line with techniques going back to prehistoric times.

Casa Bonita Tropical Lodge

During the ceremony, copal incense and herbs are placed on vibrant red volcanic rock.  Inside the Temazcal, participants in the ceremony sit in a circle where the herbal steam from the hot rock begins a process of purification through perspiration. At the conclusion of each treatment, guests emerge renewed with the Temazcal eliminating uric, lactic and alkaline acid from the blood stream and balancing the body’s PH levels.

Tanama Eco Spa is offering spa enthusiasts to an all-encompassing jungle experience at the Dominican Republic’s top organic spa.  Casa Bonita’s two new Taino Steam Bath treatments being offered will pamper and spoil guests with treatments meant to transport the guest into the heart of mother earth.

Taino Relaxing Bath

This soothing treatment begins with an aroma therapy session inside the steaming Temazcal. Seasonal local herbs such as Rosemary, lemon, noni leaves, orange leaves, basil and guayuyo leaves are placed on the volcanic stones, infusing the air as you enjoy a relaxing massage and scalp treatment.

Duration: 60 minutes / Cost: $75

Taino Detox Bath

Organic ingredients such as coffee and cacao enrich the Temazcal steam with rich antioxidants and nutritional benefits during this cleansing therapy. The treatment culminates with a clay massage, which hydrates the skin as the sound of the river lulls the guest to a state of pure relaxation.

Duration: 90 minutes / Price: $110

Visit Casa Bonita Tropical Lodge website at www.casabonitadr.com or call (800) 961-5133 for further information.

Aspen Colorado – Matt Inden/Miles – Colorado Tourism Office

No matter whether you want to participate or just observe from the sidelines, Colorado is the place to be this winter season with non-stop extreme sports action in the mighty Rocky Mountains and the state’s popular ski resorts.

It’s time to visit Colorado’s world famous mountains and watch professional ski and snowboard athletes compete for coveted titles.  If you’re up for it, then strap on your equipment and get in on the action yourself!

Enjoy a jam packed season in the Rocky Mountains with extreme sports, including the high-profile ESPN Winter X Games 17 at
Buttermilk Mountain to the amateur cross-country ski race Alley Loop at Crested Butte Mountain Resort, Colorado visitors will find endless event entertainment on the slopes this winter.

Below is a list of some of the major 2012/13 events in Colorado and the majestic Rocky Mountains that you can enjoy as either a spectator or competitor in one of 25 renowned ski areas and resorts.

Ski and Snowboardcross Cup
(http://www.tellurideworldcup.com/)
(Dec. 12 – 15, 2012) Teams from around the world will gather in Telluride on their road to the 2014 Sochi Olympics. This year’s action will begin December 12 with Skiercross, followed by Snowboardcross December 14 and 15, both of which provide fantastic viewing opportunities for spectators. This is the first year the two events have been combined.

Dew Tour
(http://www.breckenridge.com/events/dew-tour.aspx)
(Dec. 13 – 16, 2012) The Dew Tour’s iON Mountain Championship brings the world’s top ski and snowboard athletes, including Shaun White, Scotty Lago, Louie Vito, Kelly Clark and more. Athletes will compete on the mountain in freeski and snowboard superpipe, Big Air, and slopestyle events. Attendees will also find entertainment at concerts and parties in the town of Breckenridge.

Sprint U.S. Grand Prix
(http://www.coppercolorado.com/summer/events_and_activities/calendar/341654664)
(Jan. 7 – 12, 2013) Witness top freeskiers and snowboarders from around the globe as they battle on Copper Mountain in one of the largest competitive winter sports events, the U.S.S.A. Halfpipe Grand Prix.

Budweiser International Snow Sculpture Championships
(http://www.gobreck.com/events/international-snow-sculpture-championships)
(Jan. 22 – 26, 2013) This year, 16 teams from 15 different countries, including teams from India and Singapore, will put their skills to the test, hand-carving 12-foot-tall, 20-ton blocks of snow into works of art. New this year, amateur photographers can join in a half-day workshop to gain knowledge, tips and techniques for capturing the temporary outdoor art gallery.

ESPN Winter X Games 17
(http://www.aspenchamber.org/event-details/index.cfm?action=detail&mID=42&eID=938)
(Jan. 24 – 27, 2013) More than 200 of the world’s best skiing, snowboarding and snowmobile athletes will converge on Aspen this January for the action-packed and highly anticipated four-day event.
Shaun White, Gretchen Bleiler, Lindsey Jacobellis and other world-class winter athletes will compete for some of the most coveted medals in action sports. The Winter X Games events are free to the public at Buttermilk Mountain.

22nd Annual Extreme Freeskiing Championships
(http://www.skicb.com/cbmr/event-calendar.aspx?mode=&selmonth=2013-02-01&selweek=1&type=)
(Feb. 6 – 10, 2013) As a 4-star qualifier stop on the Subaru Freeskiing Tour, Crested Butte Mountain Resort challenges the best skiers and riders in the world to take the craziest runs down epic mountain terrain. Spectators can watch competitors vie for the Sick Bird award and for points toward the Swatch Freeride World Tour.

U.S. Telemark National Championships
(http://www.steamboat.com/things-to-do/events/2013/02/us-telemark-national-championships.aspx)
(Feb. 22 – 24, 2013) Watch as the fastest telemark skiers in the U.S. compete for the highest title during this three-day event at Steamboat Resort. Racers telemark ski through GS gates, over jumps
and stake uphill on this challenging course as they go head to head against the top telemark skiers in the country.

18th Annual Ouray Ice Festival
(http://ourayicepark.com/)
(http://ourayicepark.com/)
(Jan. 10 – 13, 2013) World-class ice climbing competitors will showcase their edge in Ouray’s premier ice climbing festival this January. Guests both young and old can witness and partake in climbing competitions, demonstrations, clinics, guided climbs and additional activities.

Winter Park SnowDash
(http://playwinterpark.chambermaster.com/Events/details/winter-park-snowdash-5538)
(Jan. 26, 2013) The SnowDash is an adventurous 5k race in downtown Winter Park, where extreme racers climb over cargo nets, run uphill in the snow, crawl through powder pits, and dart up steep terrain. Four waves of competitors will complete six to eight obstacles in front of a cheering crowd and loud music.

27th Annual Alley Loop Nordic Race
(http://www.skicb.com/cbmr/event-calendar.aspx?mode=vs.detail&eventId=02022013&selmonth=2013-02-01&location=&location2=&type=&eventDate=20130202)
(Feb. 2, 2013) Crested Butte’s signature race and costume party returns for the 27th year for all ages and Nordic ski abilities. Cross-country skiers will race through alleys, over bridges and past downtown homes. More challenging loops are available on the outskirts of Crested Butte. The event also features a Friday night ski-pub crawl, “Taste of the Alley.”

Winter Mountain Games Presented by Eddie Bauer
(http://www.vail.com/events/winter-mountain-games.aspx)
(Feb. 8 – 10, 2013) Professional and amateur athletes will converge on Vail Mountain and Vail Village for the second annual Winter Mountain Games in celebration of adventure sports. The event will feature competitions in mixed/ice climbing, mountain cyclocross, Big Air, dual slalom biking, Nordic and telemark skiing, ski mountaineering, snowshoe racing and ascension with $60,000 in prize money up for
grabs.

Twin Lakes Ice Fishing Derby
(http://www.visitleadvilleco.com/Default.asp)
(Feb 16 – 17, 2013) Anglers compete for the largest fish in this annual Leadville Rod & Gun Club event at Twin Lakes. Prizes are awarded for mackinaw, brown trout, rainbow trout, cutthroat trout and kokanee salmon. Prizes range from $50 to $500.

Kayaks on Snow
(http://www.skimonarch.com/)
(April 6, 2013) Join in Monarch Mountain’s signature event as contestants race head to head down a specially designed course that features multiple barriers and finishes in an icy pond. Spectators and participants are encouraged to dress creatively.

Photo: King Pacific Lodge

The only place on earth to find the rare, Kermode sea bear is in the ancient Great Bear Rainforest of British Columbia, Canada. The Kermode sea bear has long been renowned as an omen of peace and harmony; a rare flash of pure white in a vast blanket of lush green terrain.

You may recognize the Kermode sea bear as the official mascot of the recent 2010 Vancouver Winter Olympic Games. A rare Kermode sea Bear lives within the 25,000-square-mile Great Bear Rainforest.

The Gitgaâ™at First Nations community lives along the beautiful British Columbia’s Northwest coast. To them, the Kermode or more commonly known as the Spirit Bear, serves as a reminder from the creator of the universe of the harsh conditions of the previous ice age.

The Kermode bear is reported to be one of the rarest animals in the world. Sadly it’s estimated that only approximately 100 Kermode bears may be alive today.

For the opportunity to see rare Kermode bear and everything that B.C. (British Columbia) has to offer, consider a visit to this magnificent place.

Whale of an Experience: King Pacific Lodge will again offer its Whale of an Experience program next summer season. The unique activity provides guests the opportunity to participate first-hand in the whale research being professionally conducted in Barnard Harbor and the surrounding waters by lodge partner, Cetacealab.

Princess Package: This package makes it easy to put the queen of your castle on a pedestal and pamper her in one of the world’s most exclusive destinations: the Great Bear Rainforest. Guests will stay in the Princess Royal Suite which boasts two floors of luxury accommodations and panoramic views of the ocean, rainforest and nearby waterfall.

Suite Deal for Families: You and your family will experience life away from the electronic world and introduce your children to multiple expeditions of fun, education, adventure as well as imbue respect for the natural world and other cultures. The customized expeditions are intended to maximize time together as well as to share in the excitement that each day brings.

Renew & Reconnect: Recognizing the importance of family and of reconnecting with loved ones, King Pacific Lodge, A Rosewood Resort is offering guests the opportunity to reconnect & renew with family on a trip of a lifetime and a rare chance to create shared memories to be treasured for years.

The lodge’s all-inclusive family vacation packages are tailored to provide more value, more authenticity, more opportunity to learn and more quality time to renew relationships with friends and family.

The King Pacific Lodge was the first private tourism operator to sign a working protocol with a First Nation in British Columbia thereby recognizing their rights and title to their traditional territory. Since then, the Gitgaâ™ at Nation and King Pacific Lodge have worked together on a wide variety of programs including a student mentoring program, joint educational initiatives and hospitality training.

Prague is a great city to visit, especially in December when the city’s famous Christmas Markets are in full swing with lights, carols and spirit!

One of Europe’s most gorgeous cities is Prague – and no trip to Europe is complete without a visit there.

Think cobble stone streets, great beer, gorgeous historical architecture and some of the best hotels in the Czech Republic, and you’re only just scratching the surface of this gorgeous city.

Winter (or more specifically, December) is an excellent time to visit Prague because of the wonderful Christmas Markets hel there. The entire city center of Prague glows with Christmas lights and decorations. The Christmas Markets run daily during December in the Old Town Square, Wenceslas Square, Havelske Trziste and Namesti Republiky.

Grab a cup of hot wine and spend some time outdoors shopping for gifts at the wooden stalls set up in the squares, enjoy the carols and feel the Christmas spirit!

And, of course, there’s more to Prague than excellent Christmas shopping (although, that is a good reason to visit Prague in December). There are loads of beautiful sites that are perfect all year round.

The Prague Astronomical Clock, found on the southern wall of the Old Town City Hall is a must see (it’s so beautiful that it’s rumored that the government purposely gouged out the clockmaker’s eyes so he couldn’t construct a similar clock for any other country)!

Right out of a fairy tale (and home of the Czech Crown Jewels) is the Prague Castle, which is one of the biggest castles in the world. It overlooks the Vltava River and gives visitors an excellent view of the area.

And, you will definitely want to take a stroll across the Charles Bridge, and visit the Old Town Bridge Tower, which is a gothic tower constructed in the 1300’s. This is where you can get the best views of the old town and the river.

For travelers looking for the best in accommodation, there are a few great luxury hotels in Prague, and visitors to the city definitely have their choice in both modern and historical types of places to stay!

The Mandarin Oriental Prague is a romantic boutique hotel on the left bank of the Vltava River. Set within a carefully restored 14^th Century monastery, all of the rooms and suites here are individually designed, and guests get excellent views of some of Prague’s most scenic streets from here.

Kempinsky Hybernska Prague is another good choice. This hotel is located right in the heart of the city and has maintained the original façade of the building, while totally modernizing the interior. Lovers of “old meets new” will really enjoy this boutique hotel. Most rooms here feature a separate bedroom and living area which is especially convenient if you plan on entertaining any friends during your stay.

And, for lovers of modern design, no trip to Prague is complete without a stay at Hotel Yasmin, which is conveniently located just around the corner from the Wenceslas Square. This particular hotel is really close to the markets, sites and tourist attractions in the city, which makes it a good base for sightseers.

Courtesy of: Fairmont Orchid, Hawaii

The luxury Fairmont Orchid, Hawaii – a AAA Four Diamond resort located on the Kohala Coast of the Island of Hawaii features the incredible, ocean front Hale Kai Restaurant.

The Hale Kai Restaurant offers a family friendly, toes-in-the sand dining experience located just steps from the shoreline.

With a menu featuring ‘Ohana’ (Family) Plates of Grilled Shoyu Flank Steak, Kona Brew Battered Fresh Fish, and Jumbo Crab Cake served with Family Style Edamame and Green Papaya Slaw; this new beachside dining experience is perfect for value-seeking families.

“Our goal is to enhance our guests’ oceanfront dining experience, which is one of the main reasons for the installation of dining palapas,” explains Sean Hubbard, Director of Food and Beverage. “Hale Kai Restaurant embodies the warmth of aloha featuring dishes from all parts of the island.”

Located poolside, Hale Kai Restaurant offers lunch and dinner options ranging from pupus (appetizers) to sandwiches, salads pizzas and burgers. A full service bar featuring an inspired tropical drink menu includes a Hale Kai ‘Tini-a refreshing blend of Malibu rum, fresh pineapple, lime juice, Coco Lopez and a splash of Chambord .

Hale Kai is open daily from 10:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m.

For information on the Hale Kai Restaurant, please contact The Fairmont Orchid, Hawaii at 808-885-2000 or visit www.fairmont.com/orchid

The Fairmont Orchid, Hawaii is a AAA Four Diamond destination resort on 32 oceanfront acres offering 540 guestrooms on the island’s northwestern coast.

Resort facilities and services include the Hawaiian-inspired Spa Without Walls with 8 waterfall hale (hut) and 6 oceanside cabanas, authentically local daily beach and cultural activities, golf, tennis and water sports, year-round children’s program, six delectable restaurants and expansive indoor and outdoor meeting facilities all surrounded by service with Aloha.

Occidental Grand Punta Cana

As winter sets in, most of those desire a getaway to a tropical paradise to soak in the sun and fun.

We are offering 10 top-selling luxury resorts that you can choose from. Punta Cana, Dominican Republic dominates the list of all-inclusive properties with five. The remaining five luxury resorts are located in Mexico, Jamaica and Costa Rica.

Punta Cana, Dominican Republic is becoming a really hot destination so now is your chance to experience what all the buzz is about by booking your trip now!

1) Melia Caribe Tropical, Punta Cana, Dominican Republic — This 5-star property offers many lures, like lagoon-style swimming pools, eight lighted tennis courts, two world-class spas and an arcade with video games for the kids. Dining options range from casual buffet meals to internationally inspired cuisine available at 10 specialty restaurants. Melia Caribe is a family-friendly resort with dedicated kids’ facilities and activities.

2) Occidental Grand Punta Cana, Punta Cana, Dominican Republic — Tall coconut palms and thatched palapas dot the beautiful beach in front of the 4-star Occidental Grand Punta Cana, which is a 20-minute ride from the airport. The 865 rooms are housed in 17 three-story, white buildings spread around the property. The draws here include nine themed restaurants, seven bars and three lagoon-style swimming pools, one dedicated to children as part of the on-site youth club.

3) Barcelo Bavaro Palace Deluxe, Punta Cana, Dominican Republic. The calm waters in front of this 5-star retreat are protected by a coral reef, and kayaking, snorkeling and pedal boats are included among the complimentary water sports. There are four pools, with one reserved for adults. Children ages 3 and up find age-appropriate activities at the Barcy Kids Club, and teens can enjoy music and alcohol-free drinks in The Xone disco. The Gran Teatro Bavaro hosts daily performances, including a children’s show. Guests have access to 11 restaurants. There’s also a full-service spa and a well-equipped gym.

4) Golden Parnassus All Inclusive Resort & Spa Cancun, Cancun, Mexico — Slip into the kids-free ambience of this 4-star resort tucked between the Nichupte Lagoon and the Caribbean Sea. A getaway here can be spent snorkeling in the crystal-clear waters, playing tennis or volleyball, relaxing in the steam room or mingling over drinks in the Beer Garden or the Tiki Bar. Try the signature Wayak massage in the spa, a treatment that combines four different massage techniques.

5) Excellence Punta Cana, Punta Cana, Dominican Republic — Dance lessons, archery, snorkeling, bicycle tours and yoga classes are part of the all-inclusive package at this 5-star retreat. Additional amenities include two pools, eight a la carte restaurants, 10 bars, a spa and a cardio-conditioning facility. The kids-free Excellence Punta Cana is a favorite for active couples looking for an engaging getaway.

6) Iberostar Punta Cana, Punta Cana, Dominican Republic — This 4-star resort is part of the Iberostar complex in Punta Cana, steps away from the white sands of Playa Bavaro. Shared amenities include a spa, a fitness center, an 18-hole golf course, live entertainment and a retail area with a supermarket, pharmacy, jeweler and souvenir shop. There are activities and spaces devoted to children and teens, plus a club for the 13-to-17 set outfitted with video games and a sound-mixing booth.

7) Grand Palladium Jamaica Resort and Spa, Montego Bay, Jamaica — Between this retreat and neighboring sister property Grand Palladium Lady Hamilton Resort and Spa (both resorts share a beachfront spot), vacationers have access to about two dozen bars and restaurants, water sports from kayaking to windsurfing, poolside games and nightly entertainment. During your stay at the 4-star resort, relax in the first-class Spa & Wellness Center, enjoy a round of golf at the championship course or go kayaking or snorkeling.

8) Hotel Riu Palace Cabo San Lucas, Los Cabos, Mexico — Tropical gardens surround this palace-like, 5-star resort on the Baja California peninsula. Standout features include the RiuLand children’s program, live evening shows, complimentary land and water sports, a fitness room and spa. Buffets and a la carte restaurants, including Japanese and Mexican eateries, await when hunger strikes. Between December and March, you have a good chance of seeing gray whales in the Cabo area, and the hotel’s staff can help you arrange a whale-watching excursion.

9) Crown Paradise Club Cancun, Cancun, Mexico — With family suites that accommodate up to seven people, this 4-star resort is a good choice for a vacation with the kids. Supervised activities are scheduled throughout the day for young guests in the children’s program, which is divided into three tiers: 18 months to 3 years, 4 to 12 years and 13 to 17 years. There are even nightly themed shows just for kids. Adults can indulge in the spa, play golf or tennis or enjoy the paddle boats, Hobie Cats and snorkeling gear.

10) Hotel Riu Guanacaste, Guanacaste, Costa Rica — This 5-star resort is located on Costa Rica’s beautiful Pacific coast. Sports enthusiasts will enjoy free access to beach volleyball, tennis, snorkeling, kayaking and windsurfing. Take scuba diving lessons in the pool, or indulge in a hot stone or shiatsu massage in the Renova Spa. A kids’ program caters to young guests ages 4 to 12. Jacuzzi suites feature an ocean-view hot tub on the terrace.

Please use the Contact Form below to submit your travel request at one of these incredible luxury resorts. We will promptly get back to you.

Romeo Hotel in Naples, Italy has crafted the perfect present for travelers still seeking to jet away for the holidays.

Capitalizing on the city’s boisterous festive atmosphere, the Romeo Hotel is now offering L’incanto del Natale a Napoli (The Enchantment of Christmas in Naples) package to immerse guests in long-standing Neapolitan holiday traditions.

Days can be spent browsing the Naples market stalls on Via San Gregorio Armeno to find the perfect handmade-stocking stuffer or a one-of-a-kind nativity crib.

At night, get the chance to indulge in another Napoli pastime – feasting on festive fare.

The Enchantment of Christmas in Naples at Romeo Hotel includes:

* Round-trip transfers from the hotel to Via San Gregorio Armeno
* Gourmet dinner in the hotel’s roof-top, fine-dining restaurant Il Comandante, which offers indigenous Naples ingredients served in surprising ways
* Classic Italian breakfast buffet daily featuring fresh melon, cured meats, cheese and assorted pastries
* Neapolitan holiday themed welcome amenity upon arrival
* 2 nights accommodations

The Romeo Hotel was designed to reflect the new face of Naples by architects Kenzo Tange Associates, the eighty-three room Design Hotel is literally a work of art.

Romeo Hotel offers guests an experience of the dual personalities of its home as both a historic city and lively commercial center through its decor. From classic Neapolitan fare in Il Comandante to both traditional and Italian-inspired Japanese sushi in Zero Sushi Bar, dining at Romeo Hotel is an international affair, while the Cigar Room and Cristallo Bar provide social spaces for mingling and cocktails.

Offering a place to escape the hectic pace of Naples, the hotel also features a roof-top 7,500 square-foot Daniela Steiner Spa, fitness center and pool offering uninterrupted views of Mt. Vesuvius and the Bay of Naples.

Please use the Contact Form below to submit your travel request and book a reservation at the Romeo Hotel in Naples. We will promptly get back to you.

Dream Racing is truly a five-star racing experience. The company provides thrill seekers the unique opportunity to become a race car driver for the day.  Get behind the wheel of a track-ready Ferrari F430 GT and race around the track a professional racer.

But now, Dream Racing is offering its Secret Agent 702 Package – a new, 3 day Las Vegas experience that gives guests a chance to be James Bond 007 like Daniel Craig and live like a spy!

Secret Agent 702 transforms visitors to Las Vegas into sexy spies on the prowl for a thrill of a lifetime. You can soar through the skies over Vegas via helicopter, hit the road racing sports cars and flying through the air at 3,800 feet on cable zip-lines.

It’s a once-in-a-life-time experience that doesn’t end there. You will be wined and dined in luxury style as agents complete the role with night dining and drinking in several of Las Vegas’ most exclusive private settings.

Take a look at what you get with the Secret Agent 702 Package by Dream Racing – Be A Spy For A Day!

Day One
Guests will be picked up on the first night via limousine at McCarran International Airport with two shaken, not stirred, martinis waiting courtesy of HOTEL32, the exclusive boutique hotel located on the top floor of Monte Carlo Resort and Casino. Proceed directly to your retreat where a suite assistant provides check-in within the comfort of their room.

LOUNGE32 offers a delectable assortment of complimentary refreshments and cocktails so guests can prepare to transform into “Secret Agent 702” with a nightcap and a good night’s rest. A special package will arrive. Inside will be disguises for both guests including wigs, glasses and other special tools to help blend in and not stand out in the crowds.

Day Two
At 5 a.m., you’ll be picked up by limousine, then The Papillon Group will whisk agents away on their private helicopter tour of the Grand Canyon. See stunning aerial views of Hoover Dam, Lake Mead and the Grand Canyon’s West rim. The trip is capped off by a champagne breakfast and refreshments served at the bottom of the canyon on a private plateau overlooking the Colorado River.

Next experience flying with Flightlinez Bootleg Canyon – the drops, the speed and the exhilaration of zip-lining are fantastic! Following a 15 minute ride up Red Mountain and a moderately challenging hike to the start off the tour, agents will be 3,800 feet above sea level as they reach Red Mountain’s summit.

Next stop is the Las Vegas Motor Speedway for Dream Racing. You’ll be accelerating to 60 miles per hour in 3.5 seconds, as the agents will transform into race-car drivers, taking a track-ready Ferrari F430 GT for seven laps. After that, get familiar with all the twists and turns of the track courtesy of a unique 3D professional simulator provided by iRacing.com.

It’s now back to HOTEL32 where you’ll change for dinner at the AAA Four Diamond restaurant, Andre’s at Monte Carlo. Guests will experience a private 7-course tasting with cognac flights paired with post-dinner cigars.

Complete the fun-filled day by gambling into the night. A private table for two awaits at The Bank Nightclub at Bellagio Resort & Casino.

Day Three
Back to reality – depart and return to your boring, normal life.

This incredible James Bond 007 experience in Las Vegas is not to be missed. The special “Secret Agent 702” is only available to Dec. 30, 2012. The price tag: $6,800 for two agents.

The experience can be booked directly at www.Papillon.com

Tollwood Festival

The traditional Christmas holiday Tollwood Festival is held in Munich, Germany from November 27th – December 31st 2012.

This popular Christmas market event is just a few U-Bahn stops from Marienplatz, here you’ll find live music, performing arts, and handicrafts from around the world.

This wonderful tent spectacle at the Theresienwiese (winter) or Olympiapark (summer) offers an exciting mix of international musicians and drama groups, performances and live music. Theresienwiese is where the amazing Oktoberfest beer festival occurs.

Art and culture as well as the popular market of Ideas with handicrafts and cuisine from all over the world turn a visit to Tollwood into a very special experience.

Visiting Germany anytime of the year is a wonderful luxury travel experience. There is so much to see and do traveling throughout this Western European country. The Life of Luxury can help you plan and book your trip. We can offer great pricing and VIP experiences that will create memories that will last a lifetime.

Waldorf Astoria Naples

The luxurious Waldorf Astoria Naples hotel is widely known as Southwest Florida’s premiere destination for couples, families, and business groups looking for an eco-smart beach retreat with panoramic views of the gorgeous Gulf of Mexico.

With Thanksgiving just a few days away, if your looking for a luxury getaway then consider the Waldorf Astoria Naples who is offering a Thanksgiving celebration even the Pilgrims would have enjoyed!

Thanksgiving will be especially festive with a package called “Fit for a Pilgrim” that the whole family can enjoy.

In addition to a lavish Thanksgiving feast, the package at the Waldorf Astoria Naples hotel features – luxurious accommodations, breakfast for two each morning at the resort’s stylish Aura Restaurant, plus use of a wide range of resort facilities including several pools, fifteen tennis courts and a gorgeous unspoiled beach.

Hotel rates for the hotel’s “Fit for a Pilgrim” package begin at only $249 per night for a couple (two adults) and $319 per night for a family (two adults and up to three children) with a minimum stay of three nights, one of which must be Thanksgiving Night itself, Thursday, November 22, 2012.

Waldorf Astoria Naples is the perfect place to relax, rewind, and recharge while sharing and celebrating the harvest of Thanksgiving.

For additional information and Thanksgiving Brunch reservations, please call (239) 594-6002. For room reservations and to reserve the Fit for a Pilgrim package, please call (800) WALDORF or visit
www.waldorfastorianaples.com.