Babymoon Biweekly - Peter Island, BVI

Peter Island Resort in the British Virgin Islands is no slouch when it comes to pampering. That's why we're excited to see that they've extended their considerable skills to expectant parents. Their babymoon package includes:

-5 nights in a beachfront Junior Suite or ocean view room
-2 spa treatments specifically for pregnant women for the mom-to-be
-1 destressing massage for the dad-to-be
-1 picnic lunch on one of Peter Island's beaches (includes sparkling grape juice)
-special turndown amenities nightly, including a baby album
-all meals and activities (snorkeling, tennis, etc)


Beachfront Junior Suite, Peter Island Resort

Rates range from $3390 to $5410 depending on room booked and time of travel; round trip transfers to and from Beef Island Airport included
Available through your travel agent or you may call the resort directly at 800.346.4451

Beach Bag Couture

Over at Luxist, we just learned that Hermes has come out with a beach bag to beat all beach bags. Constructed of cotton voile and coming in 4 different colors, you can jauntily sport this on your next beach vacation for $850.


available in cream, orange, turquoise and black
www.hermes.com

Villa Rental of the Week - Provence, France

Provence villa, available through Wimco Villas & Hotels


Located in a quiet countryside area that is only a 5-10 minute drive to town, this week's villa overlooks the Alps and provides a beautiful home base for your two-week minimum stay.

Boasting 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, the villa is comfortably and simply decorated. The master bedroom comes with king-sized bed and ensuite bath with bath, shower and two sinks, and enjoys a view over the garden. A second bedroom has a twin bed with a view of the pool and the mountains, and shares a bathroom (shower only) with the third bedroom, which has a king bed. A separate pool house (available for an additional charge) has its own queen bed, small kitchen and small bathroom and is perfect for teens, nannies, or grandparents. Maid service is provided 6 hours a week.

Many touches make this villa an excellent choice for those with children: the large garden of lavender, olive trees and other plants of Provence is a perfect outdoor play area, while the swimming pool is thoughtfully equipped with a children's alarm. A TV and DVD player are also provided for your entertainment.

This villa is available from June 3rd to September 29th. Rates start at $4297 a week. For more information about renting this villa, contact Wimco Villas at 866-483-8071.