Holiday season is here and for the travellers on your gift list, we put together a list of fun travel gifts and last minute travel deals to spend Christmas and New Year’s this holiday season.
Christmas Spectacular in NYC. The Plaza Hotel is offering a delightful Christmas Spectacular package which includes Premier tickets to watch the high-kicking Rockettes and also a specially created dessert in homage of this blockbuster show. The legendary property is also offering a separate package which features a third night complimentary stay valid for stays of three night consecutive nights only. Visit www.Fairmont.com/ThePlaza for more information.
Wine Getaways to Argentina Wine Country. Located in San Rafael, Mendoza, Argentina, Algodon Wine Estates offers personalized wine barrels that can be custom-designed and come with the owner’s private wine label. A choice of French or American oak barrels and of grape varieties such as Malbec, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Bonarda and Chardonnay make this an inventive indulgence. Each barrel provides approximately 300 bottles of wine and can be filled up to three times. The bonus: The program includes a two-night stay at the boutique winery. For more information, visit www.algodonwineestates.com.
The EcoPac by Hamadi. For $30, this 100% organic travel-friendly hair care pack offers you a resourceful way to get celeb quality hair on the road. Created by former Beverly Hills celeb hairdresser Jamal Hamadi the Hamadi EcoPac contains the perfect travel sized items of the Hamadi Ginger Soymilk or Honey Soymilk Hair Wash, Shea Rice Milk Conditioner, and Healing Serum. The lightweight, all-natural weave pouch can even be used as a wash cloth, one less thing to pack! So no matter where you are, you’ll never feel as clean and fresh as you do with Hamadi. For more information, please visit: www.hamadibeauty.com.
Flatulence Deodorizer Pads. Having to pass gas in a confined environment can be an unpleasant embarrassment for all. For people that are dealing with gastrointestinal issues – it is no laughing matter! Flatulence Deodorizer Pads are activated charcoal cloth pads you place inside your undergarments, to secretly absorb any gaseous odors. The Flat-D Pads are washable and reusable for several weeks’ worth of use. For more information, please visit: www.flat-d.com.
Ski Getaway to Amangani Resort in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. Perched on the Gros Ventre Butte just outside of the town of Jackson Hole, the Amangani resort offers sweeping views of Grand Teton National Park, a private ski lounge at the base of Jackson Hole Mountain Resort and the ultimate package for a favorite ski enthusiast. The Amangani Ski Experience includes double accommodations for five nights, airport transfers, daily Continental breakfast, four-day ski passes for two and a 60-minute massage per person for $4,200 (plus tax and service) from January 4 through April 5, 2009 (not available President’s Weekend, February 12 to 15, 2009). For more information, visit www.amanresorts.com.
JetHeads Disposable Pillow Cases. With most airlines not changing their pillowcases between each flight, and the pillow from your bed taking up too much space in a vehicle, JetHeads offers a solution to travels this season. JetHeads provides comfort and cleanliness with their goose down feather mini pillow and soft white disposable pillowcase. Now, travelers can rest their heads comfortably knowing that their pillow is clean and safe. For more information, please visit: www.travel-with-me.com.
Ciragan Palace, Istanbul for a Turkish Delight. The Ciragan Palace in the heart of Istanbul offers a New Year’s Eve experience from December 29, 2008 through January 3, 2009 featuring four nights in a Superior Bosphorus View Room, breakfast each morning, High Tea at the Gazebo for two, a New Year’s Eve Gala Dinner at Laledan Restaurant followed by fireworks and dancing and a New Year’s Day brunch for two. Rates start at €2,000 (approximately $2,505) plus 8% VAT. For more information, visit www.ciragan-palace.com.
A Fresh Pair by Embrace. For $7.50 to $8.50, this is the perfect solution to cleaning your delicate undergarments while on the road! A Fresh Pair by Embrace is a gentle paper-thin, pear scented soap leaf that allows you to hand-wash your personal items. The thin packaging lets you take them everywhere with you. You’ll never be left using the hotel soap as detergent again! For more information, please visit: www.iloveembrace.com.