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I said I would have the final details on the May 1, 2012 Women’s Hawaii Getaway…then life happened.  Sorry for the delay, I will finish the itinerary and post it by this weekend – thanks!

Play golf at two beautiful Hawaiian courses – The Challenge at Manele and The Experience at Koele. 

Golfgurls.com in partnership with Travel by Tatten and the Four Seasons Resort of Lana’i at Manele Bay, is offering a very exclusive women-only golf travel adventure.  Dates of Travel: April 22 – 28, 2012

I had the pleasure of staying at this beautiful resort last year and I’m so looking forward to returning this April.  Bill Gates choose this resort and specifically The Challenge at Manele as the site of his wedding – a spectacular view over looking the ocean! 

The number of golfers is limited, currently there are seven golf spots still available.  If you have a friend who is not a golfer but you would like to have join you at the Four Season, they are most welcomed.

The Challenge at Manele - designed by Jack Nicklaus.

The Experience at Koele - designed by Greg Norman and Ted Robinson

The Four Seasons Resort Lana’i at Manele Bay - is set above a crescent beach and a protected marine preserve.  Go to the beach or stay by the pool after your round of golf.  The staff at the resort do all possible to make you feel pampered, offering ice water, Evian spritzers, chilled towels and other amenities.  Or a visit to the spa may be what you need after a day on the course.  Imagine all the possibilities…

For information –

May 01, 2012   Hawaii Women’s Getaway

I’m going back to Hawaii in May…come join me on this special trip!

I see so many trips rushing people from island to island without a lot of time to enjoy Hawaii.  So I have designed a trip with time to explore each island and then have time to walk on the beach, watch the sunset - time to feel Hawaii!  Imagine the possibilities…

On our Hawaiian trip we will visit two of the most beautiful Hawaiian Islands:  Maui the Magic Island and Kauai the Garden Isle.  Both islands have been the location of countless TV shows and movies, including George Clooney’s new movie - the Descendants., we will visit the site of this and many other movies.

I will post full information in a few days. 

 Aloha

The gift of travel…not just a vacation but a lasting memory!

 Women’s Getaways – for the women in your life.  A great gift for mom, take that special mom and daughter trip, or send your wife off for a little time to herself, time to relax and recharge?

Families- remember your kids are the ones that will decide which home you go to, now is the time to create lasting family memories.

 Imagine the Possibilities!

It’s a time to give thanks and I want to thank you for checking in on my Travel Blog.

 I just returned from the MGM Grand Las Vegas, where I attended the Signature Travel Network Sales Meeting & Trade Show.  As a member of Tzell Travel Group and The Signature Travel Network I have over 5- billion in buying power, which allows me to offer my clients a wide range of exclusive benefits when booking cruises, hotels and resorts. 

It’s been a while since my last visit to Las Vegas, it was nice to check out the new City Center with it’s award winning hotels including the Aria and the Mandarin Oriental with a sky lobby on the 23rd floor.  I was invited to an event at the Mandarin and it is very impressive to walk into the lobby and lookout at the Strip!

A friend recommended a restaurant, Battista’s Hole in the Wall located off the strip behind the Flamingo Hotel, a fun place with lots of old photos on the wall.  Their all inclusive menu includes - minestone soup or Italian salad, complimentary house wine, garlic bread, pasta side and homemade cappuccino.  Battista’s has been family owned and operated for over 30 years.

SAVE THE DATE  

A little wine, a lot of chocolate…and women bond

Now that I’m back I will finish the details for my Hawaii Women’s Getaway – April 28, 2012.  I have lived in Hawaii and have traveled back many times and I’m a designated Hawaii Destination Specialist from the Hawaii visitors & Convention Bureau.  I am planning a special trip with time to enjoy the real Hawaii, we will only be going to two islands – not spending days traveling between islands to then rush around to see the sights before going to the next island.  We will have time to explore the island and then sit on the beach and watch the sunset!  I would love to have you join me…Imagine the Possibilities!

As an Authorized Travel Specialist for the Food Network, I’m excited to bring you the unique opportunity to travel with the Food Network Guided Vacations to Northern California, Italy and France. The ultimate pairing of cuisine and culture, from hands-on cooking classes, to exclusive wine tasting. 

San Francisco and Wine Country, enjoy tastings and meals at several locations featured on Diners, Drive-ins and Dives, Best Thing I Ever Ate and other food Network shows.  In Napa visit the Wente Vineyards, for a private behind-the-scenes tour, garden-fresh lunch a a wine tasting.

Italy, a country famous for its cuisine, visit Rome and Tuscany as you explore the culture and sights; visit markets, sample wines and olive oils and stop at a gelateria.

France, where history, culture and food all come together for a trip of a life time!  Explore Paris and then on to the the south of France, participate in a hands-on cooking class in Nice along with a wine tasting at a renowned vineyard.

 Imagine the Possibilities…

C Lazy U Guest Ranch – Granby, CO – has something for everyone.

•  Top 25 Spas in Colorado - Denver Magazine
•  Best Parent/Child Program – Young Presidents Organization (YPO), Best of the Best Awards
• 5 Star Rating – Trip Advisor

 I went to Colorado in May to look at ranches and ski areas and found the C Lazy U Guest Ranch.  I’m doing a Women’s Getaway in May, 2012 to this award winning ranch, which offers so much for the women traveler.  During the summer they offer a five star guest ranch experience for all generations of families.

I would like to let you know about some family specials for next summer – remember your kids will be selecting your nursing home, give them some nice family memories!

•  Kids Stay Free:  June 17-24, August 19-23 (7 night minimum stay, in June, per paying adult)
• Kids Stay 50% Off: July 15-22 (7 night minimum stay)

They are open for the holidays and the entire winter season. 

For Information on Women’s Getaway to the C Lazy U Guest Ranch, May 30, 2012 – 4 nights

c_lazy_u_ranch_womens_getaway-qxd.pdf

Imagine the Possibilities…

The New England Boomers & Seniors Expo 2011

Thanks for stopping by the Travel by Tatten booth. 

I had  hoped to have more of my 2012 Women’s Getaways posted this week…then I had hoped for Heat and Hot Water!  For those of you not living in the Boston area, we are recovering from what the news stations are calling an Epic Storm for October. I now have Heat and Hot Water…life if good!  I’m back to working on the final details for more trips – check back next week for more information.

 Imagine the Possibilities!

Tomorrow, I’m off to New York City,  I have been invited by the Austrian Tourist Office and the Luxury Travel Advisor to be on a panel.  I’m thinking this would be a good time to plan a Women’s Getaway to Austria – keep checking in for more details…and Imagine the Possibilities!