january 29, 2010

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Rub the One You're

My inbox is crammed with Valentine's Day promotions, but this one caught my eye – don't you just love the name? Kimpton Hotels' romantic rendezvous includes a private massage class in your room where you'll learn how to rub each other the right way. The package is available from February 1 to March 31 at 41 Kimpton hotels and also includes a take-home massage kit and bottle of champagne. Rates start at $269: enter PRLX in the rate code box.

Mardi Gras Pooch Parade

At Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort on the gorgeous panhandle of Florida, our canine companions get in on the action with the annual Mystic Krewe of Arfeous Mardi Gras dog parade on Sunday, February 14. Dogs and their four-legged friends ride decorated wagons and golf carts and toss out beach balls and favors. Stick around for the annual Fat Tuesday Baytowne Bash Parade and you might just snag a Moon Pie. The party continues after the parade with street performers along Main Street. Find more details about this luxury resort with a variety of accommodations at www.sandestin.com

Half Off the Caribbean

It may be high season in the Caribbean but there are still deals out there. Head to Aruba by March 31 and you can get half off a room at Holiday Inn Resort Aruba, with rates starting at $163. And kids stay free. There is a two-night minimum stay and you have to use promo code 150. The resort looks gorgeous, especially as I sit huddled here on a cold, dark January day. Visit http://www.caribbeanhi.com/aruba for more information.

Happy Feet

Introducing the first-ever twin penguins born in Maui, named Mai and Tai. These African black-footed penguins are classified as "vulnerable" – one step above endangered – so the Hyatt Regency Maui has been helping to preserve them since 2004. Guests can meet them as well as swans, cranes and parrots on the resort's free wildlife tours. www.maui.hyatt.com

Pick of
the Week

I had fun checking out accessories for my iPhone for the current issue of Travelgirl, as well as new apps. Here's one more accessory to protect yourself from possible side effects of radiation. The Pong case is proven to reduce cell phone radiation by redirecting its flow away from you. Available in lime green if you want to make sure you can always identify your phone, or black; $59.95 at www.pongresearch.com