Winter . . . it’s just around the corner and it’s time to plan your winter escape.

PLEASANT HOLIDAYS. Ready for a relaxing, easy getaway to Hawaii? Together with our partner Pleasant Holidays, we are showcasing the legendary, world-class The Royal Hawaiian – Waikiki’s premier resort hotel that has just reopened after a renovation truly fit for a queen. Your “royal” Hawaiian vacation includes three nights’ accommodations, round-trip airfare from Los Angeles, and “kids 17 & younger stay FREE” promotion. This vacation can be arranged land only and accommodation upgrades can be easily made. Situated in the heart of Oahu’s Waikiki Beach, this “Pink Palace of the Pacific” has welcomed and pampered its guests for over eight decades. Now, after a multi-million-dollar makeover, she’s ready to reign again. As a member of Starwood Hotels & Resorts’ elite Luxury Collection, you can be assured that The Royal Hawaiian is again redefining luxury, -capturing the allure of Hawaii’s “aloha” spirit and enticing you with the essence of “indulgent escape.” Whether you look forward to dining under the stars in a private beachfront cabana, sipping your favorite libation in the world-famous Mai Tai Bar, soaking up the sun on their breathtaking multi-acre, white-sand beachfront, or -relaxing in their superb Abhasa Waikiki spa – all this and more is yours to enjoy and experience. Since 1927, this coral pink 529-room, oceanfront resort has been the playground and destination of choice for Hawaii’s royalty and the world’s most famous guests. Now once again . . . The Royal Hawaiian reigns supreme. This is an -outstanding vacation -opportunity to be savored and enjoyed to the fullest.

 

CLASSIC VACATIONS. We’re heading to St. Lucia in the Caribbean. Want to come along? Together with Classic Vacations, we are featuring 12 outstanding resorts that truly offer something for everyone. Known as the Emerald Isle of the Caribbean, St. Lucia is home to the verdant Piton Mountains, a tropical rainforest, a waterfall that changes colors and a drive-in volcano. Whether just the two of you plan to vacation here, or you’re bringing the entire family, there is lots to see and do. Fun activities can include diving among ancient shipwrecks, hiking the trails in the rainforest and to the volcano, exploring the Pitons Management Area (a declared UNESCO World Heritage Natural Site), shopping local markets and sightseeing. The most popular island festival is the St. Lucia Jazz Festival, to be held this year from May 1-10.

Hotel options include the superb Sandals Regency La Toc Golf Resort & Spa. This lavish adults-only, all-inclusive resort resembles a colorful seaside village. Situated on 210 acres with a 100-foot coral bluff overlooking the ocean and tropical gardens – this resort features lush landscaping, doves and nocturnal singing tree frogs. Waterfalls, free-form pools and gorgeous beaches accent the natural amenities. Gourmet dining, complimentary golf and unlimited land and water sports add to the value of this vacation. For an additional $469 on any room or vacation package, you will receive one “Scent of Love” 50-minute couples massage, one “In-Room Escapade” set up, and one “Private Candlelight 4-course Dinner” with butler service. Other exceptional vacations include a stay at Cotton Bay in St. Lucia’s newest luxury resort – The Body Holiday at Le Sport. This all-inclusive, adults-only resort on the island’s north end features an expansive beach surrounded by an 18-acre garden. Amenities include a full-service spa (with each guest treated to one spa service each day), pools and a nine-hole golf course. One other incredible option is the The Landings at St. Lucia. This luxurious property offers 1-, 2- and 3-bedroom resident villas in a harborside setting. This is the perfect venue for peace, quiet and simply enjoying spectacular Caribbean sunsets.

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