A stay at Milliken Creek Inn & Spa which many guests’ state, “it feels like your staying at a well-heeled friends,” for a perfect getaway! Milliken’s is offering buy-two-get-one saving you hundreds of dollars!
Add-in a complimentary gourmet breakfast, a uniquely Milliken Magic Hour (their version of a wine tasting partnered with boutique vintners and of course artisan cheeses, breads and fruits to compliment) on a 3-acre property complete with a Zen garden, a dedicated spa draped upon the Napa River, plus 12 distinct guestrooms, and yes a well-heeled friends house is an accurate description.
Promotion offered until March 31, 2010: book two consecutive nights at Milliken Creek Inn & Spa and receive a complimentary third night.
Subject to availability and change. Blackout dates February 11-February 13, 2010. Taxes and service charge not included. Visit online to learn more: www.millikencreekinn.com.
Heading to Arizona this January? Consider booking your stay at Miraval during their many interesting and interactive workshops. Reserve The Creative and Mindful Cooking workshop for an additional $600 with your stay.
Join Miraval’s award-winning chefs as they share healthy cooking techniques that are nutritious and delicious during our Creative and Mindful Cooking workshop. We’ll teach you how to make healthy substitutions for some of your favorite recipes, along with our chef’s secrets to combining flavors and textures for s sumptuous meal. Each one of these classes will tantalize your taste buds as you learn creative, new culinary methods that translate easily into at-home techniques and are sure to delight your family and friends.
- Recreate favorite Miraval soups, salad dressings and sauces as well as learn how to create new ones
- Learn how to make healthy substitutions for eggs and fats to create delicious, wholesome baked goods, entrees, appetizers and more
- Unlock your culinary creativity by learning the techniques and tools behind the recipes
- Discover our chefs’ secrets to flavor enhancement and layering of textures to create inspired, flavorful meals
- Menu planning and healthy shopping tips to help bring your lessons home to your loved ones
Enjoy all that Miraval has to offer – from yoga and equine therapy to luxurious spa treatments – while attending daily 2 hour classes with Miraval’s lauded chefs. Guests will learn to make healthy versions of traditional “favorites” and innovative culinary methods and tips that are easily applied at home, such as:
- Healthy menu planning and shopping
- Easy ways to recreate favorite Miraval soups, salad dressings and sauces
- How to make healthy substitutions for eggs and fats to create delicious baked goods, entrees, appetizers and more
Good news for locals, you can attend as well over 3 days, dining at breakfast and lunch included with classes for $699 (Programs & activities outside the immersion are not included).
Pan Seared Diver Scallop with Roasted Sweet Corn, Poblano Chile & Jicama Relish
Serves 4
Serving size: one 2 ounce fresh sea scallop + 1 ½ tablespoons relish
SCALLOP, LARGE SEA (APPROX 2 OZ EACH) 4 SCALLOPS
KOSHER SALT & BLACK PEPPER TO TASTE
JICAMA, DICED MEDIUM ½ CUP
RED BELL PEPPER, DICED SMALL 2 T
RED ONION, DICED SMALL 2 T
POBLANO CHILE, DICED SMALL 2 T
CORN KERNELS, FRESH 4 T
CILANTRO, RINSED & ROUGH CHOPPED 2 t
PRICKLY PEAR SYRUP 1 t
OLIVE OIL 1 T
Directions:
• Pre-heat two sauté pans, one over medium heat, one over medium high heat
• Add 2 ½ teaspoon olive oil to 1st sauté pan (pre-heated on medium high heat); lightly season both sides of scallops with kosher salt & black pepper and carefully place in sauté pan; sauté for about 45 seconds, and then use a fish spatula or a pair of tongs to flip the scallops over (when they are ready to flip, they will easily release from the bottom of the pan- if they stick, it’s not time to flip yet)
• Add ½ teaspoon olive oil (just enough to lightly coat the bottom of the pan) to 2nd sauté pan (pre-heated over medium heat); sauté jicama for about 30 seconds, then stir in corn, red peppers, red onion and poblano chile and sauté for another 30-45 seconds, then stir in cilantro and remove from heat.
To Serve:
Place one scallop in the center of each plate and spoon a heaping tablespoonful (about 1 ½ tablespoons per scallop) of the jicama, corn and chile relish over top of the scallop. Drizzle a small amount of prickly pear syrup over the scallop.
Tip: Agave nectar or honey may be used in place of the prickly pear syrup
Gatwick Express, the non-stop rail-air link between central London and Gatwick Airport, has launched a festive trolley menu, which includes mulled wine, mince pie, spiced berry cordial and a turkey and stuffing sandwich. With a journey time of 30 minutes, it is a perfect time to indulge in a Christmas snack.
Rail to the airport is one of the ways to avoid the Christmas congestion and with over three million expected to fly away over the next few weeks, Gatwick Express is the quickest and tastiest way to start your holiday. Departs every 15 minutes!
The mulled wine contains fine red wine infused with a seasonal mix of herbs of spices to create a warming drink, which evokes memories of Christmas past at a price of £3.00.
The mince pie consists of the juiciest mincemeat filling complemented with a sprinkling of mixed spices and wrapped in melt in the mouth shortcrust pastry and is priced at £0.80.
The spiced berry cordial includes mouthwatering blackcurrant and aronia juices with a splash of Cotswold spring water and extracts of cinnamon, clove, lemon, nutmeg and orange at a cost of £1.00.
The turkey and stuffing sandwich is made using softgrain bread, the finest chunks of turkey breast and herb infused sage and onion stuffing accompanied by a dash of cranberry sauce and costs £1.80.
Available from now until December 31st everyday between the hours of 9:30 am and 8:00 pm.
For more information, please visit www.gatwickexpress.com
This year the Inn at Loretto is celebrating Santa Fe’s 400th Anniversary. A milestone event which is a true testament to the history and culture of Santa Fe, this anniversary celebration marks the establishment of the city as a ‘villa’ in 1610.
Commemorating 400 years of culture and growth, club members can take advantage of this special “>book now before December 31, 2009 for stays through March 31, 2010.
Help Santa Fe celebrate their landmark 400th Anniversary with a quick getaway!
Enjoy a 2-night getaway to Santa Fe during the 400th Anniversary celebration of the city’s founding past with the promise of tomorrow. The Santa Fe 400 Package includes two nights’ luxury accommodations, a $40 dining credit and a $40 spa credit! Nightly valet parking and the daily resort fee are also included in this package. This 2-night package is $400. Book now and travel through March 31, 2010.
Travelers receive 24 More hours to enjoy Santa Barbara when they book two nights at one of the 22 participating properties. From beachside inns, B&B’s and boutique-style accommodations to luxury resorts, wine country hideaways and family-run hotels, the third night free offer is available at a diverse range of properties.
Whether budget-minded (think rates starting at $89/night) or in the mood to splurge on a deluxe suite, 24 More presents substantial savings only available now through March 31, 2010.
For coupon / savings lovers: Make the most of every minute with the help of exclusive “Explore 24, Compliments of Santa Barbara” coupons. The added-value program features special deals at numerous restaurants, wineries, museums, retailers and other partner attractions. Every week, a new series of offers (such as 2-for-1 museum admissions and wine tastings) will be posted on Explore24SantaBarbara.com. To enjoy the Explore 24 savings, print the coupon(s) and redeem onsite. Participating businesses will change intermittently; offers are good for 30 days from the time of posting
Colorado: Cheyenne Mountain Resort is offering the coolest off-season promotion ever – where your total spend at the resort is based on the lowest temperature on the day of your stay.
The Baby It’s Cold Outside offer includes not just your room rate but all of your expenditures at the Four Diamond resort. You can enjoy up to 50 percent off your entire resort experience, whether a gourmet meal in Pineview Restaurant, a massage or a round of golf. The discounts are as follows:
25 – 32 degrees: 10% off of total spend
17 – 24 degrees: 20% off of total spend
9 – 16 degrees: 25% off of total spend
0 – 8 degrees: 30% off of total spend
Below 0 degrees: 50% off of total spend
Guests book a room normally and then the adjustment will be made to the bill based on the day’s temperature. A Weather Board, showing temperatures from the Weather Channel, will be posted at the Front Desk for validation.
Baby It’s Cold Outside is valid January 1 through March 31, 2010. Rooms may be booked starting December 22, 2009 through the end of program. Room rates at Cheyenne Mountain Resort during this period will start at $99, based on availability; not available holidays.
Though it will be the off season in Colorado Springs, there are always numerous fun and intriguing things to do in this vacation Mecca located about 80 miles from Denver in a 6,000-foot-high valley. These include taking the dramatic cog train to the top of famed Pike’s Peak (the mountain that inspired Katharine Lee Bates to pen the words to “America the Beautiful”), the Cave of the Winds, the dramatic red rock formations in Garden of the Gods, and historic Old Colorado City and Manitou Springs which date from the 19th century and offer great shopping.
Set on 217 lush acres, Cheyenne Mountain Resort features 316 beautifully appointed guest rooms and suites, each with a private balcony with mountain and golf course views; 40,000 square feet of meeting and event space; a championship Pete Dye-designed golf course; five swimming pools; 18 tennis courts, squash and racquetball courts as well as a pro shop; Health & Fitness Center; Aquatics Center, and a 35-acre recreation lake where guests enjoy sailboards, canoes, kayaks, paddleboats, volleyball on a sand beach, and catch-and-release fly fishing (the lake is stocked with big German Browns and rainbow trout).
For more information and reservations call 719-538-4000 or toll-free 800-428-8886, or visit www.cheyennemountain.com.
Santa Barbara welcomes you this winter with the new “24 More, Compliments of Santa Barbara” promo!
Receive 24 More hours to enjoy Santa Barbara when you book two nights at one of the 22 participating properties. From beachside inns, B&B’s and boutique-style accommodations to luxury resorts, wine country hideaways and family-run hotels, the third night free offer is amazing!
Whether budget-minded (think rates starting at $89/night) or in the mood to splurge on a deluxe suite, 24 More presents substantial savings only available now through March 31, 2010.
For coupon / savings lovers: Make the most of every minute with the help of exclusive “Explore 24, Compliments of Santa Barbara” coupons. The added-value program features special deals at numerous restaurants, wineries, museums, retailers and other partner attractions. Every week, a new series of offers (such as 2-for-1 museum admissions and wine tastings) will be posted on Explore24SantaBarbara.com. To enjoy the Explore 24 savings, print the coupon(s) and redeem onsite. Participating businesses will change intermittently; offers are good for 30 days from the time of posting
Sharon – one of our Tango Diva Preferred Travel Agents – is offering a smoking hot special for Australia! Down Under is her specialty – let her take care of all the details for your trip!
Starting at $1399 plus airline taxes, the price includes International air from LAX, domestic Australia air and 12 hotel nights (4 nights in Sydney, 4 nights in Melbourne and 4 nights in Brisbane.) WOW!
The Eleventh Hour Escape Package: Travelers can save over 40% and enjoy luxurious overnight accommodations with a $200 Resort Amenity Credit!
Nemacolin offers a plethora of activities and amenities for families, couples, outdoor/sports enthusiasts, spa-goers, foodies, oenophiles, adventure seekers, and golfers
Create any overnight escape you desire. Packages start at just $339!
Luxurious One Night Accommodations
Lodge Package starting at $339!
Chateau Package starting at $409!
Overall savings of over $200
$200 Amenity Credit (Per Room, Per Night) Can be applied towards: Dining, Spa Services, Activities, Shopping and much more!
$15 Daily Resort Fee
Valid Select Dates:
November 19 – 22, 2009
December 10 – 13, 2009
January 7 – 10, 2009
For more information on The Eleventh Hour Escape Package, please contact a Resort Sales Specialist at 866.344.6957 or book online: www.Nemacolin.com.
The Bay Bridge is closed for who knows how long. We feel for ya! Good news!
The Triton Hotel and Prescott Hotel in San Francisco are offering Bay Area residents a fantastic alternative to finding ways back and forth into the city!
Bay Area residents, wondering how to get into work this week, or get into SF for those Halloween parties this weekend with the interstate 80 Bay Bridge closed to and from San Francisco?
Answer: Walk home each night/ morning to the Triton or Prescott Hotels in Union Square! Just log onto the hoteltriton.com or prescotthotel.com website and reserve your room anytime between October 28 – Nov 3, 2009 (and thru Nov 2 at Prescott) under the Rate Code: SFB and reserve a room for just $80 a night!
Rates based upon availability and must be booked in advance online with Rate Code SFB.
Inspired by the original creators’ imagination, San Francisco’s Hotel Triton continues to evolve, always staying at the forefront of all things visionary and distinct. The property is an homage to the city’s sense of cool with subtle references to pop culture and a California-chic style that makes the 140-room hotel a wonderland like no other. The hotel has joined forces with a number of dynamic names in the entertainment industry including Santana, Jerry Garcia, Haagen Dazs, Red Hot Chili Peppers and more, to design a collection of celebrity hotel suites.
The Prescott Hotel has long been synonymous with great taste from carefully chosen amenities to elegant décor. AAA has recognized Prescott Hotel with a prestigious 4-diamond rating and it is consistently sited as one the best places to stay in the world by publications like the New York Times, Travel & Leisure, and Conde Nast. Celebrities such as Robert Redford, Madonna, and Elizabeth Taylor have made Prescott Hotel home while residing in San Francisco.
This year the Inn at Loretto is celebrating Santa Fe’s 400th Anniversary. A milestone event which is a true testament to the history and culture of Santa Fe, this anniversary celebration marks the establishment of the city as a ‘villa’ in 1610. 
