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Staycation Places For Local Romantic Getaways
By Julia Barnes
During the hustle and bustle of a busy wedding season,
many couples are opting to avoid the stresses and expenses
of travel and opt for a "mini-moon" or staycation
instead.
For couples in love, a long weekend spent close to
home can be just as romantic if quality activities and
settings are arranged. There are a multitude of secluded
spots that don’t require a passport or an airplane.
Chicago, the "Windy City," may not sound
romantic, but it frequently falls into the top five
stay-cation places in the U.S. The summer offers many
options to review including picnics in Grant Park, music
festivals, public art displays, horse-drawn carriage
rides past Buckingham Fountain, boating outings on Lake
Michigan and dinner on the 95th floor of the Signature
Room.
Romantic Deals In Chicago
InterContinental Chicago Hotel offers a number of romantic
deals to get you more bang for your buck. You could
book your stay with the "Jazz It Up With A Martini"
package, which gives you four martinis on-the-house
and two complimentary tickets to The Joint Jazz Club,
including free valet parking and breakfast for two.
For as low as $209/night, you can try the "Economic
Stimulus" package, which gives you a room for two
in the Historic Tower, a $50 food and beverage credit,
50% off valet parking, free high-speed Internet access
and free fitness club access.
Shopping With A Package
Shoppers will love the "Magnificent Mile Shopping"
package, which gives you a $50 American Express gift
card, a complimentary coupon book, a $15 Starbucks gift
card, complimentary valet parking and breakfast for
two at Zest. For more information on a successful staycation
in Chicago, visit www.icchicagohotel.com.
Of all the staycation places just over the border,
Montreal is one of the best "escapes." Montreal,
Canada is known for its European atmosphere, excellent
foods and New York City style amenities. Book a hotel
room at the minimalist Hôtel Godin or the elegant Casa
Bianca bed-and-breakfast.
Bustling Restaurants With A Better Atmosphere
Enjoy a dinner at a secluded booth at Chez Queux or
just grab a poutine at Au Pied du Cochon. Diverse neighborhoods
include Little Italy, with its bustling restaurants
and attractive-looking architecture. The Jean-Talon
Marché offers fresh produce, cheese and maple syrup.
The Mile End district, home to European-style espresso,
edgy boutiques and Hasidic Jews, is a bit like Brooklyn,
some people say. For shopping, visit Sherbrooke Ouest.
Nightlife With Indie Bands
The city is all about nightlife, from live indie bands
at La Sala Rossa and Jazz at Casa del Popolo to the
Barmacie Baldwin martini lounge and Dieu du Ciel microbrewery.
Expect to pay about $1,000 for two nights and two people,
which will include hotel, air travel, transportation
and meals.
Whether you live in LA or San Francisco, the lush Napa
Valley offers many staycation places oozing in romance
and relaxation. Far removed from the traffic and stress
of the city, you’ll find yourself among rolling hills
and rows of grape vines.
Hire A Driver For A Wine Tour
You can hire a personal driver to take you to all the
vintners to sample California’s famed sparkling wines
and Cabernet Sauvignons. Wine tasting hotspots include:
Olabisi Wines ($10 for 5), Vintner’s Collective ($25
for 6), Gustavo Thrace ($10 for 5) and Oxbow Public
Market (varying fees).
Those who wish to splurge a little on their vacation
can enjoy an indulgent dinner at The French Laundry
or purchase a spa service at the Meadowood Resort.
About the Author:
Julia Barnes is an author of articles on vacations, travel, romantic getaways and dating including
Romantic Getaways,
Romantic Inns,
Romantic Cruises,
Elopement Announcements,
Live Webcams,
Dating,
Matchmaking.
Keep a lookout for more articles coming soon.
More Staycation Facts....
Do you actually have to stay at home in order for
it to be a staycation?
There are no set technical bounds
as to what you do or where you go but a staycation is
mainly referring to being at your home.
If you went somewhere else to
relax and spend time then it would be more like a traditional
vacation. If you wanted to go stay the night with a
friend and calling a vacation or a staycation you could
since there are no real set boundaries on what you have
to do or where you have to go.
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