Las Vegas is a lover’s paradise. What better way to romance your special someone then with a dazzling trip to Las Vegas this Valentines Day, where you can pamper and primp in first class spas and salons, then dine on some of the world’s best cuisine, and relax in some of the best hotel rooms?

It’s time to take a load off and relax and I’ve even done the hard work for you. All that’s left is booking your trip, enjoying the sunshine, and spending quality time with the person you love most. Here are the top five best spa packages for Valentines Day:

*prices and packages can change at any time so double check with the spa!

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I often get asked when is the best time to book a cruise by readers for cheap cruises. The answer varies by the person and their needs but unless you are traveling with a group or have a specific itinerary or date, I always suggest waiting for wave season or booking right when they release an itinerary. Wave Season is a magical time between January and March (hmmm usually when people are receiving tax returns) where cruise lines and travel agents can offer the very best in promotions and prices. Seriously, it’s the time when you can get the best deals particulary on sailings in the next year. We are talking free perks such as onboard credit and upgrades! It’s unlikely you will find a better deal on price any other time of year.

It’s also a time where many people are looking to buy cruises because of the dreary winter weather and the need to get some sun! It’s the most popular time of year to purchase a cruise vacation. I can’t think of a more fabulous way to spend my tax return. The best way to get a good deal is talk to a travel agent specialiizing in cruises or sign up for your favorite cruiseline’s email alerts. Have a cruise coming up? Tell us about it! We are going on a mediterannean cruise in October!

Walking into the Hotel Felix in Chicago I was immediately drawn into an inviting lobby with soft couches, modern decor and a spanning gas fireplace. I was hesitant to check in because I felt like lounging for a while after a long day of travel. After a smooth check in I was up to the room to see how it fared. I’m always excited to see how a non-chain hotel compares to its cookie cutter competition. Unique items started adding up… a spa-like bathroom, modern art, soft linens, a large flatscreen television, and a high rise view definitely set it apart.

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There are many great options to choose from when deciding where to celebrate the New Year. Many people stay local and opt to celebrate with close friends and family. Others choose to take advantage of the vacation time and travel abroad, some to exotic locations. If you are part of the latter group you may realize the options are endless.

You could choose to head over to Las Vegas and ring in the New Year with the endless party on the strip or maybe jet to Rio de Janeiro, which is world famous for their Reveillon festival on the coast. But why not be among the first to celebrate the New Year by heading to Sydney, Australia?

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I’m not much of a golfer. It’s not that I don’t like the sport, it’s just that I lack the concentration, coordination and know-how to be good at it. Reid is a pretty decent golfer when he gets the opportunity, but it doesn’t happen that often. If I was a golfer I think I would plan a golfing trip to Hawaii (honestly I would probably plan a trip to Hawaii even if I didn’t golf http://www.hawaiigolf.com/).

Right now isn’t exactly golfing season here in Utah but the weather is perfect in Hawaii and it’s a destination that everyone can agree on. There’s plenty to do for those who aren’t into golf and those who are, have a plethora of resorts and courses to choose from. Three reasons why Hawaii attracts golfers (http://www.golfnow.com/) from all around the world? Breathtaking scenery, world championship course designs and signature holes. It’s a golfer’s heaven. There are even over 70 golf courses in Hawaii to choose from.

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