january 30, 2009
Jan Gets a Blog!
I realized one of my long-time goals and launched my Girl on the Go blog janschroder.com/blog/ . I'm posting three times a week, covering travel-related items on Mondays, events in Atlanta on Wednesdays and whatever I feel like on Fridays. Check out this Friday's entry on best and worst gifts ever. Just one example: a Thighmaster and breast enhancement pills.
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A Proposal to Remember
Picture this: a helicopter ride leaving from Cabo San Lucas, complete with a heart-shaped picnic basket with gourmet treats, gliding over the Sea of Cortez and Las Ventanas al Paraíso, where you'd find a message in seashells and flower petals on the beach that reads, "Marry me!" Then your beloved presents an engagement ring and pops the champagne. How could anyone say no to that. Sound like a fantasy? It is, but this one is available through The Department of Romance at this all-suite luxurious resort. www.lasventanas.com/
Celebrate Singlehood – in San Francisco
No need for the newly single to stay home on Valentine's Day smashing candy hearts into a million angry pieces. Celebrate your status with the "Break-Up Package" from the Fairmont San Francisco. Get VIP access to wholesale prices for Padis Gems, a bottle of bubbly, a little black book and cookies with "Eat Your Heart Out ______ - (insert ex's name). Rates start at $249 and the package is available February 12 to December 30, 2009.
Or New York
So he's just not that into you – get over it with this "I'm Just Not That Into Valentine's Day" package from the Westin New York at Times Square. Get a bottle of champagne, a 20% spa discount and the book He's Just Not That Into You. The package starts at $319 and is available the month of February, except for Valentine's Day, of course. www.westinny.com .
Manolos at
Your Fingers
Your freshly manicured fingers, that is. The gorgeous 29 Spa at The Mansion on Peachtree in Atlanta now features a line of Manolo Blahnik shoes and Jada Loveless handbags and you don't even have to slip out of your plush robe or leave your massage chair to purchase them. Just pick up the Neiman Marcus concierge hot line and your wish is fulfilled. Plan in advance and you can book an appointment with Jada, who will custom design a bag for you. www.mansiononpeachtree.com
pick of the week
On a recent flight my husband and I were watching a DVD on our laptop when a rather suggestive adult scene came on. Much to my horror, I looked to my left and noticed a little girl standing in the aisle and watching as well. We quickly closed the computer and found a blanket to hunker down to continue watching the show. We could have relaxed if we'd had the 3M Privacy Filter. This dark screen allows the viewer to see the screen clearly head-on, but from the side the screen looks black. These are good for conducting any private business, not just for viewing risqué episodes of "Boston Legal." Prices start at $40: www.3MPrivacyFilter.com