The Oregon wine country is getting ready to open its first luxury resort, with The Allison Inn & Spa.  The 35-acre hillside location is in Newberg, about a 45 minute drive from downtown Portland.  The ground are full of flower and herb gardens, groves of trees, and a working Pinot Noir vineyard.  You can stroll the ground by way of connecting paths.
The resort will have 85 well appointed guest rooms and suites on four levels, and all rooms will feature either a private terrace or balcony. Other special room features include a window seat (I can see myself lounging there, …read more

Las Vegas had long been a location for a getaway weekend, and now the Trump International Hotel Las Vegas and Nordstrom have put together a shorter girls getaway package.  Whether you’re a Vegas resident looking for a staycation, or just having to cut back our girls getaway to two days, this Spa & Shopping Package may be just what you need.
The package includes a one-night stay at Trump International, a seasonal spa treatment (massage or facial), a spa gift, and a $100 gift card for shopping at Nordstrom.  The Nordstrom shopping spree includes a personal stylist and professional wardrobe …read more

We all deal with stress, anxiety, and depression in different ways. Some of us lace up our sneakers and take off on a vigorous walk or run around town. Some of us lace up our boxing gloves and beat the snot out of unsuspecting punching bags.
Though, some of us like to take a more relaxing approach such as cozying up in a nice robe after a long bubble bath (rubber ducky optional), writing our thoughts down in a pretty journal, and then settling into bed for some much-needed sleep.
If you’re part of the latter group, have I got a surprise …read more