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Mom-to-Be Photoshoot at The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong

January 11, 2021

Mom to Be Photoshoot - ©The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong — Mom to Be Photoshoot – ©The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong

The five-star The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong created an amazing package for all amazing Moms-to-Be.

Pregnancy is a beautiful, magical thing. Capture this miraculous experience with a maternity photoshoot unlike any other at the highest hotel in the world.

The perfect gift for a loved one or a delightful treat for yourself, the Mom-To-Be Photoshoot Package includes complimentary two-hour use of one of the luxurious suites for a photoshoot, daily breakfast, the option to add a prenatal spa treatment at 20% off, and more.

Mom-To-Be Photoshoot Package includes:

Overnight accommodation in a Deluxe Room
Breakfast for two adults at The Lounge & Bar
Complimentary two-hour use of one of our luxurious suites for a photoshoot session with self-arranged photographer
Special welcome amenities for mothers-to-be
Room upgrade to Deluxe Victoria Harbour Room, available from Monday to Thursday except for public holidays (subject to availability)
Enjoy 20% savings on pre-natal spa treatments at The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Hong Kong
Enjoy special offers for maternity photoshoot package with selected vendors

For reservations and enquiries, please email rc.hkgkw.leads@ritzcarlton.com or visit Mom-to-Be Photoshoot Package at The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong.

And for new mothers, The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong created the exciting Postnatal Care Package.

Amazing Views - ©The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong — Amazing Views – ©The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong

About The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong

An 80-second elevator ride brings you to a different world.

Beginning on the 103rd floor of Kowloon’s International Commerce Centre, the award-winning five-star hotel will surely amaze you with a panoramic city view and an eye-catching ceiling mural.

Two Michelin-starred Tin Lung Heen and Michelin-starred Tosca Di Angelo
OZONE rooftop lounge with a sweeping city view, live DJs and Sunday brunch
Indoor infinity pool with mirrored ceiling and LED wall display
Luxury spa blending advanced skincare technology and traditional massage
17,000 sq. ft. of hotel meeting space in the heart of Hong Kong’s Kowloon area
Elegant rooms and suites with city or harbour views and Club Level accommodations

Indoor Swimming Pool - ©The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong — Indoor Swimming Pool – ©The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong

Things To Do On Your Montréal Babymoon

September 19, 2019

1.Stay

at the Grande Dame of Sherbrooke Street, The Ritz-Carlton Montréal, setting the bar for luxury hotels in Montréal since 1912.

This five-star hotel in downtown Montréal has all the ingredients for your perfect babymoon. Whether you wish to rejuvenate with a dip in the rooftop saltwater pool, or take a table at the hotel’s romantic French restaurant, Maison Boulud.

Or pamper yourself with the well-deserved Rose Essence Prenatal Massage at Spa St. James. Afterward, take a romantic stroll at the serene garden and pond.

Babymoon Package includes:

Luxurious Accommodations
Box of Lolo Products for baby, organic and natural baby products made in Montréal

For booking inquiries, please visit baby-moon.eu/Montreal

©Rooftop Saltwater Pool at The Ritz-Carlton, Montréal

2.Indulge

Spa St. James is a sanctuary of relaxation where you’ll leave fit for birth. Spa St. James has an extensive Spa Menu.

TIPS:

Rose Essence Prenatal Massage – 60 or 90 minutes
Couples Retreat: Couples Massage, Couples Experience and Couples Customized Facial

3.Eat

The Ritz-Carlton, Montréal features some of the best restaurants in downtown Montreal.

Enjoy pond and garden views from the terrace of Maison Boulud or simply drink in the scent of Afternoon Tea in the Palm Court.

MAISON BOULUD

An exquisite meal in an upscale Montreal restaurant awaits you at Maison Boulud from 3-Michelin star Chef Daniel Boulud.

Dishes, created in the open kitchen, are steeped in French culinary tradition with a focus on local Quebec products.

Dine indoors, on the terrace overlooking Sherbrooke Street or in the year-round greenhouse. The casual bar offers a lounge setting with cocktails, mocktails and wines by the glass.

©Maison Boulud at The Ritz-Carlton, Montréal

A True Ritz-Carlton Resort Experience at Penha Longa Resort

May 18, 2018

BabyMoon’s Ilonka brought her husband and daughters along on a short hotel-visit trip to Portugal in April 2018. While having meetings at the hotels, her husband explored the hotels with his daughters and captured some beautiful images of the resorts. He also wrote exciting reviews about their family stay.

view from our Executive Suite, waking up with a view of the Monastery and Golf Course — view from our Executive Suite at Penha Longa Resort, waking up with a view of the Monastery and Golf Course

FAMILY GETAWAY AT PENHA LONGA, A RITZ-CARLTON® HOTEL, SINTRA, PORTUGAL

READ his Penha Longa Review here.

One of our daughters enjoying a walk through the dunes at Areias do Seixo

FAMILY GETAWAY AT AREIAS DO SEIXO, SANTA CRUZ, PORTUGAL

READ his Areias do Seixo Review here.

5 Things To Do in Santa Barbara

December 13, 2017

Santa Barbara Babymoon at The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara — ©The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

Updated on February 7 2022.

Check out our Top Five of things to do in Santa Barbara for you and your growing belly.

1. Stay at The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

This stunning five-star luxury Santa Barbara resort brings your the energy of the Mediterranean in the heart of Santa Barbara, offering ocean-view accommodations, an indulgent spa and dining that celebrates local ingredients..

The resort’s impressive features include:

358 luxury guest rooms, suites and residences
Private balconies with ocean views
Signature steakhouse dining at Angel Oak
Locally sourced cuisine
A 42,000-sq-ft Spa and Wellness center
Robust activities for guests of all ages such as the Jean-Michel Cousteau’s Ambassadors of the Environment programme
Two natural beaches

2. Book a Prenatal Massage at The Spa at Ritz-Carlton

Make your Santa Barbara Babymoon even more pampering with the Prenatal Massage of 50 or 80 minutes.

About the Prenatal Massage:

Nurture the mother-to-be with a soothing maternity massage. This light massage
is recommended for the second and third trimester to assist in releasing lower back pain, water retention and promote the overall sense of well-being.

3. Book the Babymoon Offer with Exclusive Benefits

The Babymoon Benefits at The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara include:

Upgrade on arrival, subject to availability
Breakfast credit $64 per day for two guests per bedroom, served in The Bistro
$100 USD Resort or Hotel credit to be utilized during your stay (not combinable, not valid on room rate, no cash value if not redeemed in full)
Early check-in/late check-out, subject to availability
Complimentary Wi-Fi

Rates & Benefits are subject to change and availability at any time.
Room Rates start from USD 495 per night.
Why Book With Us?

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4. Explore Santa Barbara on an Electric Bike

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara is the first hotel in Santa Barbara to officially offer guests complimentary use of the brand-new fleet of electric bikes by BCycle.

The all-electric bicycles have the ability to transport travelers up to 30 miles on a single charge at a maximum speed of 17 mph.

If you decide to go beyond the maximum range, the bike can simply be pedaled back to the resort just as one would a traditional, single-speed manual bike.

5. Embrace Santa Barbara’s Natural Beauty with a Jean-Michel Cousteau Educational Program

Explore the natural environment of California’s Gaviota Coast under the tutelage of professionals trained by Cousteau and his chief scientist, Richard Murphy, Ph.D.

Engage in guided nature walks on land and on sand, both in daytime and at night. These special explorations, however, are just one facet of the diverse and engaging program. “There’s an entire menu of activities,” says Murphy.

Babymoon Paradise in Penha Longa Resort, Sintra, Portugal

September 4, 2013

Penha Longa Resort Review

This year, we spent our two-week summer holiday at Penha Longa Resort. Penha Longa is a Ritz-Carlton resort situated in the beautiful mountains of Sintra. Within 30 minutes from Lisboa (LIS=airportcode) airport, you arrive in a paradise where you are treated like royalty.

A VERY WARM WELCOME

From the moment that you arrive at the security check of the gated 220 hectares (500-acre) resort until you arrive five minutes later at the entrance of the hotel, you know that you just entered a very special place.

We (me, my husband and two daughters, 6 and 8) were welcomed with by name. Four porters opened all of our four car doors at the same time. After that, the Kids Ambassador Claudia waited for us inside with special drinks for the kids and drinks for me and my husband.

A week before the start of our vacation, Claudia, the Kids Ambassador, contacted us to get more information about our kids and gave us information about all kids activities. This was such a special touch and got us in the holiday spirit right at home. It was therefore extra special that she waited for us on our arrival.

The hotel underwent some big refurbishments in the public areas and guest rooms. Guests can expect a more contemporary atmosphere now.

OUR ROOMS

We stayed in two beautiful and stylish Deluxe Rooms, connected with each other. Our daughters felt right at home. They loved to have their own domain and we loved our space as well. The beds were incredibly comfortable and our view was peaceful. Everywhere you look there were beautiful green trees and mountains.

We also loved the differences in our turndown service treats, something special for just the kids and something special for mom and dad (every day was something different, my favourites were the Portuguese tarts).

RESTAURANTS

We enjoyed several dinners in all four restaurants in the resort :

Aqua Restaurant: in Aqua restaurant we had a Fados Night with a Fado singer and typical Portuguese food. We also had a BBQ night which was wonderful. When you sit outside, you overlook the swimming pool.

Midori Restaurant: this was our favorite-Japanese cuisine. Mouthwatering delicious, each course is prepared with passion. Midori is a real treat and should not be missed.

Il Mercato Restaurant: this is the restaurant where families enjoy their breakfast. Midori is used for couples without children. A smart idea, and beneficial for everyone. We enjoyed dinner here as well and it was very good Italian cuisine.

B-Lounge: this stylish lounge is very relaxing and a good spot to go to for pre-dinner drinks, cocktails (or mocktails for mom-to-be) and gourmet hamburgers. My daughters loved their Churros (and me too….).

BEACHES

It was our fourth time in this area and we have visited several beaches on the Lisbon coast. Beaches like Ericeira, where you can see lots of surfers. The highway next to the Atlantic Ocean is also a great ride. This year we went to Praia Grande, Guincho Beach and Santa Cruz.

Besides the beautiful sandy dunes of Guincho Beach, I also loved the location of Fortaleza do Guincho overlooking Guincho Beach and the Atlantic Ocean. For a business trip about 12 years ago, I spent an evening at this fort-style restaurant. I remember it as a restaurant with a James Bond feeling. Now it’s part of Relais & Chateaux. I would definitely go there for a romantic dinner while on your Babymoon in Penha Longa.

PENHA LONGA SPA

When you enter the building, the first thing I noticed was the calmness.We had the pleasure to enjoy several spa treatments at Penha Longa Spa. All experiences were blissful and relaxing. The world-class spa is situated in the resort’s historical Palace complex. The luxurious 1,500 square-meter / 16,145 square-foot haven invokes relaxing tranquillity.

SHOPPING
There are many shopping malls in the area of Penha Longa. Closest is Beloura Shopping. Within five minutes from the resort, you are at CascaiShopping, my favourite. CascaiShopping is a very big shopping mall. These malls are very rare in the Netherlands, that’s why I love to visit them while we are abroad.
Even though I have been to some of the biggest malls in the world (Dubai Mall and Mall of America), this one stands out because of its variety of brands.

CascaiShopping is also a very good place for some pre-birth shopping. There are lovely baby shops, from well-known brands like Chicco, Zara and H&M, but also some smaller baby boutiques like Laranjinha, Natura Pura, Metro Kids Company, Knot. just for the Kids? and Lanidor Kids & Junior.

Another large mall only five minutes from the resort is Forum Sintra.

KIDS ACTIVITIES

During the summer months, little guests can sign up for children’s activities from the age of 5 to 12 at the Kids Club. The Kids Club is open 7 days a week from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Our children joined a Pastry Workshop. They loved to go to the Chef (they said that he’s the Best Chef in the world !!) in his kitchen to bake and decorate cookies. They also joined a craft workshop and came back with lots of creative masterpieces.
Children under the age of 5 can play in the Kids Club. They also have great toys there!

Every night it’s movie night with a real popcorn machine!

My eldest daughter loves horses and every time when we’re in Portugal, she goes horseback riding. This summer she went to the Country Club situated in Penha Longa Resort. Within the Country Club, guests can play tennis, squash and swim, there’s also a horseback riding centre, EquiKür. This riding centre has 25 horses.

The lessons my daughter took were fantastic and very professional. Her teacher Rob taught her a lot about balancing in a very short time. During the second lesson, she could stand on her horse, Andy.

Another option for families is to book with Powder Byrne, a London based luxury holiday company for parents and kids. We saw many of their in-resort team members. They organize great programs for kids, like going to the Lisbon Zoo or taking surf lessons. We didn’t book with them but we will definitely look into this option for another vacation.

BABYMOON

We have been working with Penha Longa’s Babymoon Package for over a year now and it’s such a wonderful feeling when you see actual babymooners enjoying the resort. I saw an expecting couple in their Spa and was touched by the relaxed look in their eyes. Just how it should be, so very satisfying.

A big plus for expecting mums is that the hospital is around the corner, not even 5 / 10 minutes from Penha Longa (just in case). Cascais Hospital is a very modern hospital.

This summer, Penha Longa worked with an on-site photo studio, Studio 77. Besides the brides I saw at the resorts, I can imagine that it would be great to book a session with them for pregnancy photographs as well.

https://www.baby-moon.eu/penha-longa-hotel-spa-golf-resort-babymoon-sintra-portugal/

Penha Longa’s Babymoon Package includes the following :

3 nights Babymoon Package – starting at € 616,50 per package per room based on double occupancy, in low season

♥ 3 nights Accommodation in Deluxe Forest View Room

♥ Daily Buffet Breakfast

♥ Welcome Amenity Strawberry & Chocolate (in the room and upon arrival)

♥ Rose Petal Turndown

♥ 1 Spa Treatment (50 minutes per person) * at Penha Longa Spa

♥ Free Wi-Fi Access (up to 2 MB)

*Treatment Mother-to-Be Penha Longa :
“A relaxing full body massage using rich oils of Wild Rose to deeply nourish and moisturize your skin.
This massage treatment helps relax those specific lower back muscles and alleviate the swelling of the legs. The treatment ends up with a nice head massage.”

5 nights Babymoon Package – starting at € 915,50 per package per room based on double occupancy, in low season.

♥ 5 nights Accommodation in Deluxe Forest View Room