Spa Diaries: Adventures of Aqua- Park in Druskininkai, Lithuania

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  Parents are seeing the negative influence of too much screen time and are looking for healthier ways to spend their spare moments with their children. “We’re seeing a growing trend of mothers asking for activities and treatments that are ‘child friendly,’ that they can experience…

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Once Upon an Island

With resorts popping up everywhere, each more grand than the other, we had to wonder if it is still possible to find a place of incomparable beauty and unrivalled elegance in a setting where time truly can stand still. Without word of a lie, we found our answer at The Brando.

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A Weekend with Skabenga

A historic seaside hotel where modern technology is used to supplement, rather than supplant, its romantic architecture, today’s Oyster Box remains a landmark property with character to spare. Though modern comforts and convenience have been graciously infused into the iconic property’s common areas, suites and guest rooms, they certainly haven’t masked either its innate graciousness or family-friendly atmosphere.

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A Perfect Playground

The Homefront team spent several days exploring Dubai as a beach holiday and luxury shopping destination, with an authentic Arabian blend of “old and new” and a stylish Euro meets a bit of Vegas glitz vibe. By Caroline Tapp-McDougall Once a land of barren desert…

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Authentically Adirondack

By Caroline Tapp-McDougall The history of Mirror Lake Inn goes back to the mid 1920s when a local girl, Climena Alford, married William Rufus Wikoff, who was the original travelling “Fuller Brush Man.” The story goes that Wikoff was a successful salesperson who accumulated considerable…

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Winter Wine Warmers

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Here are some full-bodied heavy-hitters to snuggle up to, whether it’s après ski, dinner-party time or just relaxing with a great novel. By Natalie Maclean Dom Pérignon Luminous Rosé Champagne 2005, Champagne AC, France(LCBO #429365, $356.95): This benchmark Champagne is now showing its age in…

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Get Ready for Relaxation

With an enchanting site in a wooded haven, Nordik Spa-Nature offers a warm and natural welcome. By Caroline Tapp-McDougall This is a tale of two friends who were trailblazing health and wellness fanatics, and who decided to leave their old lives behind and follow their…

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