Hot Babymoon Packages

Posted Thursday, January 03, 2008 5:13 PM

Thinking about one last hurrah before baby arrives? The Nest Baby Editor-in-Chief Carley Roney hit NBC's Today Show on January 4th to give the scoop on the hottest babymoons of 2008.

Also -- don't miss our top 10 babymoon tips 

Carley's package picks:

Half Moon Bay, Montego Bay, Jamaica

“And Here Comes Baby” Package
The goods:
50-minute foot refresher massage for mom-to-be
Pre-natal massage (80 minutes)
"Welcome Baby" gift (a baby hat, onesie, and birth announcement card)
Five-night stay
Round-trip airport transfers in an air conditioned bus
The cost:
Five nights for approximately $2,500 to $7,500

Peter Island Resort & Spa, British Virgin Islands

Package #1 - Peter Island Babymoon  
The goods:
Two 75-minute relaxing pre-natal spa treatments for the mom-to-be
A 75-minute de-stressing massage for the (almost) dad
A romantic picnic lunch on one of Peter Island’s private beaches
Five nights in either a beach front junior suite or an ocean view room
Special turndowns nightly
All meals and activities, such as snorkeling, windsurfing, tennis and more
A baby album
The cost:
Ocean View Room - $3,000 to $5,200
Beach Front Junior Suite - $4,000 to $7,200

Package #2 - Prepare for Baby Week
The goods:
Five day baby prep program, only offered May through October
Five two-hour sessions of a “How to Relax and Have Your Baby” course given by Charlene L. Stokamer, MPH, MSN
Optional classes on lactation management, breast feeding, and baby care
Pre-natal massage for mommy-to-be
Deep tissue massage for daddy-to-be
Nightly themed turndowns
Proven relaxation practices for the couple
Three meals daily, as well as assorted activities
The cost:
Ocean View Room - $3,835
Beach Front Junior Suite - $5,260

Planters Inn, Charleston, SC

“The Baby’s on the Way” Babymoon Package 
The goods:
Three nights' stay
A jar of pickles for the mom-to-be
Cigar and cognac for dad-to-be
Backpack full of Nestle baby formula & a baby bottle
Information about infant care
Turndown service with gourmet ice cream for mom and a slice of Peninsula Grill’s Ultimate Coconut Cake for dad
For mom-to-be, a one-hour massage, sugar scrub with lavender and chamomile skin treatment
For dad-to-be, a 90-minute therapeutic massage
An essential facial for mom and dad
Guided tour of the historic district (choice of a walking, carriage or motorized tour)
Signature breakfast for two each morning
Basket of Charleston specialty gifts and bottled water
A Planters Inn signature teddy bear for your new addition
Selection of movies for a quiet evening together
The cost:
$2,800 (or upgrade to the most luxurious suite, Plantation King, for $3,200)

A few other babymoon break ideas:

Curtain Bluff, Antigua

Babymoon Package 
The goods:
Four nights in a deluxe, ocean-front room
One pregnancy massage for Mom
One de-stressing massage for the Dad-to-be
A special “island-themed” gift for the baby-to-be
All meals (including room service and snacks) and beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic)
Activities such as snorkeling, windsurfing, tennis, yoga, pilates and more
The cost:
Starting at $4,030 for two people
rates do not include tax (10.5%) or gratuities (10%). Rates are good through April 14, 2008.

Four Seasons Hotel, Chicago

“Expecting You” Package 
The goods:
Late night ice cream (with a side of pickles!) from The Ice Cream Man
Complimentary copy of the book “What to Expect When You Are Expecting” with a book light for late-night reading
Complimentary Four Seasons teddy bear and rubber duck
Complimentary manicure with purchase of luxurious pregnancy massage at the Spa
Complimentary cigar “Toast to Fatherhood” in Seasons Bar for expectant fathers
Also, special savings from luxe retailers: A complimentary bassinet from Neiman Marcus with any $200 purchase in layette clothing; Complimentary sitting fee from Classic Kids Photography when scheduling pregnancy or new baby photographs (a $295 value); 20 percent off purchase of baby announcements and/or baby stationary from All She Wrote; free gift with purchase at Galt Toys; $50 savings when spending $250 or more at Krista K Boutique; 20 percent gift certificate off any basket from Little Stork; a complimentary, fruit-infused, non-alcoholic mimosa with purchase of dessert at Hot Chocolate; 20 percent savings on any maternity wear purchase at Show and Tell
The cost:
Begins at $460 per night

Mandarin Oriental, New York

Babymoon Package 
The goods:
Kick off your getaway with sparkling cider and chocolate-covered strawberries
Two hour customized spa treatments (for both of you!)
Pre-natal gift basket of lotions and potions
One night accommodation
Daily American breakfast for two
The cost:
Premier Hudson River View accommodation - $2,545
Central Park View Room - $2,710
Mandarin Executive Suite - $3,800
rates do not include tax and service charges

Westin Kierland Resort & Spa, Scottsdale, AZ

“Bundle of Joy” Babymoon Package 
The goods:
Stylish babystyle® mommy tote filled with a plush teddy bear and deluxe mom-to-be pampering potions from Mama Mio
$500 Kierland Commons shopping and incentive book
$25 Kierland Commons Gift Card
$50 babystyle® gift card
24 Hour "Cravings Chef" service
Breakfast in bed
In-room make your own ice cream sundae
Couples Massage at Agave, The Arizona Spa
Sparkling cider & chocolate covered strawberries delivered to room upon turn down
Complimentary in-room movie
The cost:
rates start at $554 and vary by season

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