Taking a Babymoon is the perfect way to unwind before those late nights. (Photo courtesy of kissesfromamommytobe.blogspot.com)
Romance and relaxation: what could sound better to a couple? How about a baby on the way?
A Babymoon is that last vacation before a new baby joins the family. It’s a time for a couple to relax and reconnect before lack of sleep and midnight feedings take over. In fact, many hotels and resorts are now catering to this special group of travelers by offering “Babymoon packages” and special pre-natal massages and treats for expectant mothers.
Statistically, more babies are born between September and November than any other months, which makes summer the perfect time for parents-to-be to take a Babymoon!
Whether a couple is welcoming their first or fifth child, a romantic getaway may be just what they need! Where should expectant parents go for this memorable trip? Some place fabulous! After all, it may be a while before they travel sans diapers and bottles.
Peter Island Resort & Spa, Peter Island, British Virgin Islands – If you really want to escape to paradise than look no further than this resort. Between the oceanfront suites, the soft sand beaches and the hammocks that pepper them to the amazing service you will receive, Peter Island Resort does not disappoint. It just might be the perfect place to relax before a new bundle of energy arrives!
W New York Times Square, New York City – Be sure to inform the staff of the W that you are on your Babymoon and order off the Womb Service menu which includes pickles, milkshakes and grilled cheese sandwiches. Stay out late, sleep in, see a show and don’t worry about the babysitter…just yet! Be sure to visit FAO Schwartz for baby’s first NYC souvenir!
Grove Park Inn, Ashville, NC – Set in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains, The Grove Park Inn is as charming as it is historic. The Spa features a Mother-to-Be package as well as various single services. And dad-to-be can enjoy a round of golf on this hotel’s famed greens that are more than 100 years old.
The Avalon Hotel on Catalina Island, Avalon, CA – Intimate. Friendly. Indulgent. Relaxing. These words best describe this 15-room island retreat. From romance to adventure, the gracious staff is helpful in planning activities at every turn; perhaps a picnic at Two Harbors or a helicopter ride?
The Ritz Carlton, Naples, FL – Luxurious accommodations on one of the world’s most beautiful beaches is the perfect backdrop for a pre-baby getaway. The tropical setting is only a part of the allure of this five-star resort. Women in their second or third trimesters can even indulge in the amazing Mama Mio Mama’s Touch™ spa treatment.
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