Ananda Wellness retreats

Ananda in the Himilayas: Packaging Youth

This summer health-minded travelers can rejuvenate in the award-winning luxury destination spa, Ananda in The Himalayas. Frequented by celebrities and discerning spa goers from across the world, this wellness retreat located on a 100-acre Maharaja’s Palace Estate in the cool Himalayan foothills of India specializes in Detox, Weight Management and Rejuvenation through traditional Ayurveda, Yoga and contemporary international therapies.

  • Book a stay of 4 nights or more this summer at Ananda in the Himalayas and get additional complimentary nights.
  • Book a stay for 4 nights or more and get 1 extra night complimentary.
  • Book a wellness package of 7 nights or more and get 2 extra nights complimentary.
  • Book a wellness package of 14 nights or more and get 3 extra nights complimentary.
  • Book a wellness package of 21 nights or more and get 4 extra nights complimentary. Extra nights include room and breakfast.

When: April 16- June 30, 2015.

Contact:
(91-1) 378 227 500
[email protected]
www.anandaspa.com

 

Matakauri Lodge

Matakauri Lodge in Queenstown, New Zealand

New Zealand Bonus at Matakauri Lodge 

Experience fabulous New Zealand from March to September 2015, stay four nights and pay for only three. An exclusive retreat located on the banks of Lake Wakatipu, Matakauri Lodge enjoys spectacular mountain views and a personalized concierge service. Guests enjoy its great location just seven minutes’ drive or an easy walk from Queenstown, near charming vineyards, and all the adventure sports and outdoor activities the town is famous for.

Rates, which start at $450 per night during the New Zealand winter months (U.S. summer) include pre-dinner drinks, canapés, gourmet dinner each evening, full breakfast each morning, complimentary non-alcoholic mini-bar and use of all lodge facilities (excluding spa treatments).

The Stay 4, Pay 3 offer is available through September 30, 2015.

Contact:
(+64 3) 441 1008
www.matakaurilodge.com

 

Resorts in Maldives

Diving in the Maldives: Luxury Packages at Four Seasons

Four Seasons Resorts Maldives has a four-night Dive Discovery package that gives great value to divers at both its resorts from now to December 20, 2015.

Located in the North Malé Atoll, just a 30-minutes speedboat ride from Malé, Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Kuda Huraa is within five to 30 minutes of more than two dozen excellent dive sites. Travel in a traditional dhoni – Maldivian boat – to sites, including the renowned manta ray cleaning station at Sunlight Point (sightings from May to November) or the exciting 110-meter long cargo freighter wreck, just 45 minutes from the Resort.

A 30-minute seaplane flight from Malé International Airport, Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Landaa Giraavaru places guests in the heart of the Baa Atoll’s UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve. The Resort is surrounded by a host of newly discovered sites and pristine, untouched areas – many of which are also suitable for novice divers.

Both Resorts have Five-Star PADI IDC-licensed dive centers with multi-lingual instructors, extensive courses and daily dive trips. Dive equipment is available on a complimentary basis; high-tech digital cameras can be rented and professional videography is offered at a fee.

The four-night Dive Discovery Package is available at both Resorts from now to December 20, 2015 and includes the following:

  • Round trip airport transfer for two (speedboat to Kuda Huraa/seaplane to Landaa Giraavaru)
  • Six tank dives per couple, per stay, with full equipment (three dives per person)
  • One house reef orientation dive
  • Daily breakfast for two

‘Dive Discovery Package’ requires a minimum of four nights’ stay at either resort. The four-night package at Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Kuda Huraa starts from $3,870. The four- night package at Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Landaa Giraavaru starts from $4,885. The rates are subject to 10% service charge and all applicable taxes.

Contact:
(960) 66 00 888
[email protected]
www.fourseasons.com/maldives

 

Pageant of the Masters

Celebrating Art and Pageantry at Ritz-Carlton, Laguna

A long-held tradition in Laguna, CA is back. Pageant of the Masters season, a dazzling performance in tableaus of classic paintings by the world’s masters – a yearly show that dates back to the 1930s, returns this summer from July 8 through August 30 with the theme this year as “The Pursuit of Happiness” spotlighting human replications of paintings by Homer, Currier & Ives, Rockwell and da Vinci, among many others.

The Ritz-Carlton is offering The Pageant of the Masters Pursuit of Happiness experience, which starts at $775 per night and includes:

  • Overnight Accommodations
  • Two Premier Loge Center tickets to the Pageant of the Masters performance
  • Admission for two to Festival of Arts
  • Welcome Amenity and Pageant Program Guide

For a more exclusive experience, the Pageant of the Masters Behind the Velvet Rope package showcases how the production comes together behind the curtain and offers a peek into the mystery of how art comes to life. The experience provides the unique opportunity for guests to rub elbows with fine artists on a guided docent tour and then feel the thrill of being back stage just before the show. The Behind the Velvet Rope experience starts at $1,699 per couple, per night and includes:

  • The Ritz-Carlton Club Level Ocean View Accommodations
  • Backstage tour of the Pageant of the Masters
  • Two Premier Loge Center tickets to the Pageant of the Masters performance
  • Admission for two to Festival of Arts
  • Guided Docent Tour of Festival of Arts
  • Welcome Amenity and Pageant Program Guide

Contact:
(949) 240-2000
www.ritzcarlton.com/LagunaPageant.

 

Westwood Suite at the London

Stay and Play in the Largest Hotel Suite in Los Angeles

The London West Hollywood and fashion diva Vivienne Westwood have teamed up to create the largest hotel suite penthouse in LA: 11,000 square feet with matching bells and whistles, all to open on May 18. The bi-level pied a tier features interiors by Richmond Design and includes a 5,000-square-foot rooftop terrace that will hold 300 guests and give them stunning views of Tinsel Town spreading out like millons of jewels below the hills.

Guests get treated to exclusive designer experiences, including a one-hour of private shopping session at the Vivienne Westwood store in West Hollywood with special discounts on all purchases; Guests also get His and Her gift bags from Vivienne Westwood upon check-in and Vivienne Westwood-branded amenities within the suite.

Rates: $25,000 per night.

Contact:
(310) 854-1111
www.thelondonwesthollywood.com

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