january 8, 2010

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Wanna Get Warm?

Ready to shed the layers of clothes and frolic on the beach? You could win a trip to the Cayman Islands  – just send a photo of your coldest moment along with accompanying text and you could win a four-night trip for four people to this gorgeous island, including airfare!
See contest rules at getwarm.ky

Get Fit at Fairmont

Packing is tough enough without making space for workout clothes. Well if you're heading to a Fairmont there is no need to take up precious space with tennis shoes. With their Fairmont Fit program you have access to Adidas, T-shirts and capris to work out in, as well as an MP3 player loaded with 500-1000 songs and a yoga mat with a stretch band. The program is available for $10 per stay to members of Fairmont's President's Club - membership is free. And as a President Club member you also get express check-in and free wi fi. http://www.fairmont.com/EN_FA/FPC/fit/default.htm

Luxury Under the Stars

You could elect to stay in a luxury suite at The Ranch at Rock Creek but for a somewhat different experience, try the Tent Village, where you can find tents for families, singles or a couple. This beautiful property set on 10 square miles of Montana ranchland also includes a spa, horseback riding, bowling, biking, hunting and more. www.theranchatrockcreek.com

Get a New Life

Don't you love the idea of a hiking spa? The New Life Hiking Spa in Killington, VT will be open from May 20-September 26 and is booking reservations now for its 11-day weight loss packages. These affordable programs are even more so if you sign up for the first one of the season – get $300 off the total price. The special is $200 a night (so), and $182 a night (do), which includes all meals, classes, three massage and other programs. Book by Jan. 31 for discounts! www.newlifehikingspa.com

Pick of the Week

A girl's gotta do what she can to stay warm during these chilly months, and this Cinnamon & Spice drink make with (ri) 1 Whiskey is just the ticket. The bottle of this light and spicy premium rye whiskey from Jim Beam is beautiful on the outside and will warm you up from the inside.
Try this recipe next time you want to Cin ..

ri)1 Cin & Spice
2 parts (ri)1 Whiskey
1 part fresh tangerine juice
½ part cinnamon bark syrup *
¼ part fresh lemon juice

In a mixing tin, combine spirits, juices and syrup. Fill tin with ice and shake vigorously for at least 6 seconds. Strain into a glass and garnish with 1 tangerine wheel or long cinnamon stick.

* Cinnamon bark syrup can be found in small chain grocery stores and specialty shops as well as in several larger chains such as Trader Joe's.