You don’t have to be an avid golfer to enjoy and appreciate the blissful beauty and sophisticated luxury of the PGA National Resort in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida.

This legendary property only requires a renewed sense of self and purpose. An attitude adjustment is in order – where mastering the art of relaxation often takes precedence over mastering the game of golf.

Located just a short 30 minute car ride to South Florida’s most magnificent beaches and 20 minutes to bustling Palm Beach, golf is just among the PGA National’s many perks.

Don’t get me wrong – the PGA National’s famed courses featuring 90 holes of championship golf are revered and considered by many to be hallowed ground. But from this Diva’s perspective, PGA should really stand for Professional Girls-Getaway Adventure. 

With a 40,000 square foot European Spa facility on-site…need I say more!

Sweet Self-Indulgence was never this easy and guilt-free!

Your loved one, the aspiring circuit pro, will be in heaven playing the manicured greens while you suffer (poor baby!) soaking in spa’s famous soothing mineral-rich pools – aptly named “Waters of the World”.

You enter the inner sanctum of the spa. Breathe…Inhale…Release. A healthier happier you awaits! The restorative experience begins with the Spa’s Peppermint Pick Me Up Facial that gently exfoliates and brightens the skin. Afterwards, you retreat to the spa lounge for 20 minutes of restful meditation followed by a light and healthy gourmet lunch poolside. The afternoon ends with a relaxing Lomi Lomi Massage – an ancient Hawaiian healing treatment - perfect relief for stress and a tired body.

You are rejuvenated and ready to for a unique 19th Hole cocktail- the PGA-tini- at the PGA National’s trendy iBar. The night continues with savory and sumptuous surprises at the Ironwood Steak & Seafood restaurant. A sophisticated setting, a fresh and  flavorful menu, and a wine cellar stocked with over 350 top-shelf wines will delight even the most discerning of palates.

The perfect day transforms into a starried night.

You gaze at the brilliant sky on iBar’s outdoor veranda with nightcap in hand and a smile on your face. You ponder the possibilities of your next golf escape. Yes, you definitely need to sharpen your skills. Ahh… a few more (spa) sessions will do the trick. And, thanks to PGA National Resort, you are well on your way to mastering the game - without ever picking up a club.

Location: South Florida (I-95 Exit 109 – north of Miami)

PGA National Resort & Spa -”AAA 4-Diamond  Resort Property”

400 Avenue of the Champions

Palm Beach Gardens, Florida 33418

561-627-2000

Miami International Airport – 90 min/84 miles

Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood International Airport - 45 min/42 miles

Palm Beach International Airport – 14 min/11 miles

Rooms: 379 newly renovated rooms with modern furnishings and luxury amenities.

Visit the PGA National Resort & Spa website for room rates, reservations and special promotions or call 800-863-2819.

The Spa Experience:

The Spa at PGA National Resort ranks as one the finest and full-service spas in the Southeast. The Spa has become a vacation destination for locals and visitors alike.With over 100 treatments and the signature collection ”Waters of the World” mineral pools featuring healing salts from all over the world, guests will find serenity and sheer indulgence in this Florida Mediterranean-style oasis. 

Highlights:

• Full-Service Salon
• Eight Facial Rooms
• Four Wet Rooms’
• A Hydrotherapy Room
• 21 Massage Treatment Rooms
• Spa, Jacuzzi and Steam Room
• Private Pool Area
• Gourmet Cafe
• Spa Boutique
• Complimentary water, fruit and tea.
• Men’s and Women’s facilities & relaxation lounges
• A Dermatology/Cosmetic Treatment Center
• Specialty Spa Products include Phytomer, Clarisonic and Jane Iredale Cosmetics
• $25 Daily Access Fee for guests not receiving treatments

PGA National Resort & Spa Featured Amenities:

• Health & Racquet Club (33,000 square feet)
• Spa (40,000 square feet)
• 19 Har Tru Tennis Courts
• David Leadbetter Golf Academy/Dave Pelz Scoring Game School
• Conference & Meeting space which includes 2 ballrooms, 23 meeting rooms and 4,000 square foot outdoor pavilion
• Five Golf Courses designed by golf greats - Nicklaus, Palmer, the Fazios, and Karl Litten
• Nine pools
• Seven on-site restaurants and lounges

The Perfect Stocking Stuffer for your favorite Golfer:

There is still time to take advantage of the resort’s Escape and Play Package Promo - Valid thru January 12, 2012

$199 per person per night ($500+ value).  

• Unlimited daily golf on The Palmer, The Squire, The Haig or The Estates courses with complimentary replay booked after first round completion
• Cart fees included in the nightly rate
• Fifty percent off the David Leadbetter Golf Academy daily clinic
• Gratis club storage and access to tournament-quality practice facilities with unlimited practice balls
• Daily breakfast for two at The Citrus Tree cafe

Terms/Conditions:
Rates are per person per night. Based on double occupancy. 2 night minimum stay required. Offer cannot be combined with any other offers. Not applicable to group bookings. Not applicable to prior bookings. Valid only for new reservations. Subject to availability. Replay rounds are based on availability and may only be booked the day of play following the first round. No cart fees apply for The Palmer, Squire, Haig or Estates. Surcharge of $100 plus 6% daily tax per round of golf on The Champion course - December. 1, 2011 through January 12, 2012.

Photo images courtesy of PGA National Resort & Spa.

Fa-la-la-la-fabulous finds for the Diva who wants to keep the Holiday Glow 365 days a year:

Clarisonic Mia:This lightweight cleansing unit – perfect for home and travel – packs a lot of power in a small package. The patented sonic technology produces over 300 movements per second creating a gentle “micro-massage” that deeply cleanses without chemicals or abrasion, leaving your skin glowing. The loyalty runs high among Clarisonic users and spa-loving divas. I was a skeptic. But after just one week using the Mia…I understand why. Amazing! My complexion is brighter and my skin feels baby soft and super clean. And, I am told…it only gets better. With regular use- just one minute a day – I can say bye-bye to aging skin. Visible results include a reduction in fine lines, pore size and wrinkles. What’s not to love! 

The gift of beautiful skin without breaking the budget! 

Priced less than an in-spa cosmetic treatment – just under $120 – you can’t afford NOT to pick up an extra Mia for yourself.  

Available at Sephora, Nordstrom, and Bloomingdales.

Visit the Clarisonic website to buy direct and learn more about the entire skin care beauty product line.

SkinMedica TNS Line Refine: A little magic goes a long way this season. SkinMedica’s TNS Line Refine filler is nothing short of miraculous. Named a Best Beauty Buy in 2010 by InStyle, SkinMedica’s Line Refine is hailed as an amazing and affordable alternative to Botox. Application is easy. A quick pat on the problem areas over moisturizer, twice daily, will soften fine lines in minutes. Even those deep marionette lines around the lip area will disappear. The secret to the filler’s success is a unique formula utilizing the properties of a muscle relaxing agent and hyaluronic acid with a mixture of antioxidants and proteins to smooth the skin and hide signs of aging. Gentle enough for all skin types. A must-have for discerning divas!

SkinMedica TNS Line Refine is sold through a network of licensed physicians and medically supervised spas. Visit SkinMedica online for locations.

Suggested Retail: $75 (.12 oz)

Supergoop! Skin Care: A stellar stocking stuffer treat for your favorite sun-kissed goddess headed out this holiday season for a cruise or island adventure. SAVE FACE Serum – a revolutionary skin care SPF product by Supergoop! that renews as it protects. This light-weight vitamin-enriched serum (Vitamins E & B5) combats aging and moisturizes while guarding against harmful UVA and UVB rays. A great primer or wear in place of makeup for a clean and radiant look.

SAVE FACE Serum features a unique bioactive complex that stimulates the skin’s DNA & UV Repair. Better than basic sunscreen on every level!

Throw in a lip life-saver— Supergoop!’s SPF 3o Mintfusion Lip Balm … for sensually soft lips to kiss in the New Year! Retail: $8.50

Available at Nordstrom and Barneys NY stores nationwide.

Suggested Retail: $32 (1.7 oz)

For more specific product information and to buy direct, visit Supergoop! online.

Evolution of Smooth (eos): Silky Smooth Lip Candy – fun, flavorful and a fantastic gift for under $10. The holiday collection is sure to be a delicious delight. The fanciful set of colorful spheres features three tasty organic balms – Strawberry Sorbet, Sweet Mint and Passion Fruit. Eco-friendly packaging and all natural ingredients.

Pucker up. Smooth on. Smile!

Suggested Retail: $8.99

Available at Walgreens; Ultra; Target.com and Drugstore.com. 

Check out the complete eos natural product line of creams, balms and lotions at the Evolution of Smooth website.

The Makers photo project by Jennifer Causey is a must-follow. Causey lives in Brooklyn, New York and attributes the neighborhood’s energy and creative spirit as inspiration for The Makers, which documents people who create artisan-produced products and embrace a more tactile way of living. “As the project evolves, so does the adventure and pleasure of documenting the people behind the products: to learn what inspires them, what keeps them going, and their thoughts on the city where they live and work,” says Causey. It’s a fascinating study of what makes Brooklyn such an inspiring place to call home.

Photos courtesy of The Makers Project and photographer Jennifer Causey.

As if the home decor and furniture store, West Elm wasn’t cool enough, I just discovered their online city guides. West Elm has been my go-to for home inspiration and it doesn’t break the bank. Their modern-classy-cool vibe always draws me in, and now they have city guides to match. They explore the coolest places to eat, stay, shop, and discover in Boston, Toronto, Austin, Brooklyn, Miami, Philadelphia, Portland, and Chicago. You’re in good hands with West Elm.

As the snow starts coming down and the weather gets colder with each day, all I want to do is curl up under a blanket with a cup of coffee and a good book in a five star luxury cabin. Too much to ask for? At The Resort at Paws Up Resort, they would say not at all. Paws Up Resort features a “Montana Christmas Vacation” option that includes staying in a rustically-chic cabin, excursions including snowmobiling or skiing to meet up with your own personal Santa, a Christmas Eve party, sleigh rides through the forest, and ice skating.

This is just one of the options at Paws Up Resort. They also have one of my favorite accommodations sensations, glamping, as well as luxury estates and lodges. There are also girlfriend getaway packages including the “Cowgirl Up” package.

Hello Ms Poor Impulse Control. This is your holiday.
Sooner or later you’re going to get caught up in the shopping frenzy with
all these tempting deals out there.
If you insist on jabbing elbows with your fellow bargain hunters there are
oodles of places to go to feel up the goods. Before you decide you have to have that santa sweater, consult your phone, which is smarter than you when it comes
to price comparisons.

APPS:
There are many new Apps out there especially for shiny electronics.

Black Flyday:
is the ultimate Android shoppers App. It uses GPS to track your shopping and
you chose which security level you want . Decide whether news of the designer dress reduced 99% is a secret for only your BFF or all your Facebook friends.
Still not shopped out?

A9 Flow:
This App from Amazon is great for checking competitive pricing based on scanning
your item of interest. You’ll get competitors prices and links to purchase, all while
your standing there in the aisle.

Decide:
Here’s your new best friend/ personal shopper.
This App claims a 77% accuracy in predicting whether the price of the widget
you’re looking at will go up or down. It also compares online prices to other nearby
store prices.

TO THE INTERNETS….

ETSY: plenty of beautiful hand made items on sale

Retail Me Not: deal finds from shoppers with promo codes & specials

Amazon.com:
conveniently lists all their deals on one page, CDs, TVs, much etc.

KROO:
Up to 80% off electronics carry cases

SONY:
Big savings through Cyber Monday.

Shopping all night is rough on the skin. Best to treat yourself to Dr Bandt’s skin care rescue package. Their Black Friday offer is for $225 worth of products for only $75, including free shipping. Such a deal.

BRICK AND MORTAR…..

Anthropologie:
50% off all sale items until 11am Friday, in-store

Barns and Noble:
The Nook matches Amazon Kindle’s price of $79 and B&N offers 50% off one educational toy or games in-store or online on Friday.

Aerosoles:
Everything in the store 20% off, all boots up to 50% off, in-store only. Check their site for locations and hours.

Old Navy:
Presenting GobblePalooza Nov 24 – 26, coupons, special offers listed on-line

Williams-Sonoma:
Special offers for the next 5 days

GAP:
Save up to 60% off on-line and in-stores

PROMO CODES:

kolo bags:
CODE: KOLO20 for 20% off thru Nov 28

Sky Mall:
CODE: BRDDD 20% off any order thru Nov 27

Griffin:
CODE: PROMOCODE15, 15% off thru Nov 30

Urban Outfitters:
CODE: PARTY, 10% off thru Dec 23, free shipping, no minimum thru 11/29

aerie:
CODE: 72429831 for additional 40% off purchase thru nov 26

KB Covers:
CODE: BLACK2011, 25% off everything thru Nov 28

Eddie Bauer:
CODE: GOBBLE, 30% off your order + Free Shipping

Lands End:
CODE DRUMSTICK and PIN 1121, 30% off your order + Free Shipping

Macys:
CODE: GOBBLE 15% off entire order

Puma:
CODE: PUMASURVEY1011 and PUMASHIP1011, Shoes up to 75% off Sale w additional 25% off + Free Shipping

MAKEUP PROMO CODES:

The Balm:
CODE BLACKFRIDAY: 40% off sitewide begins Nov 25, 9AM – 11:59PM PST

Bath and Body Works:
CODE: CYBERMONDAY25OFF, 2011 VIP Bag ($100 value) for $20 with any $40+ purchase, 11/23 through 11/25. Black Friday — 5 wallflowers, save $7.50; buy 3, get 3 free signature collection body care; 2 for $20 3-wick candles. Cyber Monday — 25% off any purchase, 11/28 through 11/29.

Benefit:
CODE: THANKS, Free shipping, expires 11/28

Bloomingdales:
CODE: FREESHIP11, Free shipping, expires 11/28.

Borghese:
CODE 25CYBER11, 25% off entire purchase, 12PM EST-4PM EST 11/28

Clarins:
CODE: THANKS, Free 3 piece gift with $40+ order, expires 11/27

Kiehls:
CODE: HOLIDAY, $20 off $65+ orders, expires 11/31.  
CODE: BIGTREAT: Cyber Monday — free shipping + deluxe trio of your choice on $30+ orders, 11/28 only

Lancome:
CODE: NOVLAN,  Free shipping now through 12/24.  Receive four-piece sample plus free shipping with $45+ orders, expires 11/30.

Origins:
CODE: TENOFF, $10 off + free shipping on $25+ purchases, expires 11/28

philosophy:
CODE: BLACKFRIDAY,  Black Friday — door busters: Skin Care Favorites Trio ($43 value for $21), When Hope Is Not Enough Capsules ($50 value for $25), When Hope Is Not Enough Replenishing Cream ($18 value for $8), Celebrate Duo ($32 value for $16), Purity made Simple Bar ($20 value for $10), Summer Lip Shine Duo ($20 value for $10).  Sale on 67 different items/sets for four days.  You can get 10% off with code FRIENDS, expires 12/24. Free shipping, 11/25-11/27

Saks Fifth Avenue:
CODE: SFABEAUTY, Spend $100 on beauty/fragrance, get $25 gift card, 11/24 -25

shu uemura: 
CODE WISH2011, 20% off, 11/24 – 11/29, free shipping on $50+ orders

Smashbox:
CODE SBXFF11, 20% off, expires 11/28

Stila Cosmetics:
CODE: BLACK FRIDAY, On Black Friday, first 500 to spend $25 will receive a 6-piece eyeshadow palette + free shipping. Cyber Monday — Warehouse sale, up to 80% off, valid 11/28-12/2

Urban Decay:
CODE: BLACKFRIDAY11, Black Friday — $20 off Book of Shadows Vol. 4 to first 1,000 people to purchase

Violent Lips:
CODE VLFB50, Black Friday — 50% off any order + free shipping worldwide

YSL:
CODE: CYBER, 20% off now through 11/26
CODE: MONDAY, 20% off + free shipping; spend $100+ get free gift, 11/28-11/30 t

SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY:

Don’t forget to shop local and help keep your favorite stores alive.
Sometimes it’s not worth saving a few bucks at their expense.
Great gifts you can give your friends include gift certificates to local spas,
Nothing wrong with bakery, bike accessories, candles, books, a meal out or
anything unique to your town. The folks in Wisconsin are waiting for their San Francisco
sour dough bread.

FREE SHIPPING DAY:
Dec 16, celebrants include Apple Online Store, Bed Bath and Beyond, eBags, Ghiradelli chocolates, Godiva chocolates, Kohl’s, Lands’ End, REI and Zales

Don’t read this link.

So many carbs to come in the next few days! While we are all enjoying stuffing ourselves with stuffing (full approval of this!), it’s important to remember the roots of this wonderful holiday: giving thanks. Author Sarah McElwain and illustrator David Dean take a unique approach to being thankful. Their book, Saying Grace: Blessings for the Family Table, is a collection of mealtime blessings that span the globe and reach back hundreds of years. Cheers to universal and timeless thanks. Happy Thanksgiving, everyone!

A few other books that feature the art of saying thank you: 100 Graces: Mealtime Blessings and Graces: Prayers for Everyday Meals and Special Occasions

It’s that time of year again–there’s a crispness in the air, a spring in your step, and a sparkle in your eyes. The buzz of the holidays is all around. It may sound cliché, but this time of the year really is my favorite. There is something about time spent with family and friends, crackling log fires, cups of hot cocoa, and the scents of cinnamon and nutmeg that warms you from the outside in.

For a holiday experience that truly captures the essence of the season, there are few places that can hold a candle to the traditional spirit of Ireland. From the twinkling lights and ornate decorations adorning the streets to the pantomimes and Christmas concerts that headline at theatres, Dublin is like something out of a storybook during the holidays.

The sense of merriment in the air during the holiday season in Ireland is infectious. They are a people lively and genial in nature and the energy and vibrancy of the holiday spirit is celebrated to its fullest.

Dublin plays host to a number of festivals during the holidays that evoke that magical feeling so special to this time of year. The Taste of Christmas festival held at the Convention Centre Dublin showcases the season’s finest food, drink, shopping, and music. What better way to get into the holiday spirit than by sampling signature dishes and warming libations as you check names off your Christmas list!

The Docklands Christmas Market is a truly unique event and one filled with Christmas spirit. This European-inspired market provides an experience of old-world charm in a quaint waterside village setting with market traders selling a range of Christmas gifts, seasonal food, and stocking fillers. Decadence abounds as a host tantalizing treats tempt your senses, from continental delights to traditional mince pies and mulled wine. Santa, carol singers, and fairground delights for the children make this festival one not to be missed.

In tune with the holiday spirit, The Merrion Dublin is offering a variety of holiday packages catered to welcoming travelers and providing them with the ultimate holiday experience. From a quick weekend escape for two to a winter getaway for the whole family, The Merrion has packages for everyone.

Fancy spending Christmas being pampered in an atmosphere of luxury and comfort? The beautifully restored Georgian townhouses that make up The Merrion provide an atmosphere rich in culture, history, and festive spirit. Not to mention the many activities, from heading out for a bustling day of shopping on Grafton Street, to spending a quiet afternoon sitting cozily next to a roaring log fire, to indulging in a luxurious spa treatment at The Merrion’s Tethra Spa, to taking part in the exciting tradition of the Leopardstown Christmas Race Festival–a holiday spent in Dublin will be one filled with memories.

So for a holiday walking in a winter wonderland pack your bags for Dublin!

For more information about holiday packages at The Merrion, visit their website.

An exclusive Napa Valley experience.

It’s incredibly beautiful in Napa Valley right now. The trees are ablaze with fall colors and the sunlight is warm at noon and the air is scented with wood burning fires and hot apple cider.

So come and splurge. The Carneros Inn in Napa Valley along with Doug White of Beyond the Label, is offering a “Meet the Vintners” package which allows guests to get an up-close-and-personal tour of the private homes and vineyards of Napa Valley’s boutique wine producers.  

Designed to give the ultimate wine country experience, not a single detail has been overlooked. Doug, a third generation resident of the Napa Valley, will immerse guests in the historical, cultural and contemporary heritages of the wine country. Throughout the day guests will enjoy fine wines, a picnic lunch and great conversations, all arranged especially for them at the private homes and estates of boutique wine producers and vintners.

The “Meet The Vintners” package includes:
*Overnight accommodations at The Carneros Inn
*Complimentary breakfast for two
*Touring with Doug White in a private town car service from 11am – 4pm
*Picnic style lunch
*Early check-in and late-check out when available
*Packages start at $1500 (exclusive of taxes and fees)
*Available now through December 2012

Our homes should be a reflection of who we are, what we love, and what inspires us. That said, what brings us all together here at Tango Diva is our love of rich travel experiences, so why shouldn’t our homes reflect that?

Australian author and interior designer Sibella Court is on our page as she travels the world in search of eclectic inspiration and documents her finds in Nomad: A Global Approach to Interior Style.

“She explores far-flung destinations and captures the essence of each in small details, exotic color palettes, exquisite textures, and traditional crafts.” She then shows readers how to incorporate their travel inspiration into their own interiors. Boring, blank walls, be gone!