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Vacations, Travel and Leisure
Travel Gifts Take Off
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Nov 13, 2007, 23:42


(NAPSI)-If you're searching for a gift that's a bit off the beaten path this holiday season, a travel-themed present may be just the ticket.

These types of gifts celebrate a spirit of adventure and do so in ultimate comfort with timeless style. They deliver life-enhancing travel experiences from the exotic to the sublime:

• A Guide to the Good Life-To get your loved ones dreaming about taking that journey of a lifetime, try giving a subscription to a travel magazine such as The Affluent Traveler. It can make a great stocking stuffer and is chock-full of destination ideas-from all-encompassing beach resorts to legendary hotels in the heart of European cities-as well as tips for people who love to travel and explore in style.

• Day of Decadence-Send her (or him) to the sensual Mandara Spa at Paris Las Vegas for a day or a weekend. Traditional Balinese techniques induce pure relaxation and serenity.

• Into the Rain Forest-Immersed in the rain forest nearby volcanic mountain ridges, the lavish five-star Occidental Grand Papagayo overlooks the spectacular coast in Costa Rica. Eco-tours, scuba diving and deep-sea fishing abound.

• Hit the Nines-A paradise found for golfers, the highly coveted Dreams Los Cabos Suites Golf Resort & Spa (Cabo San Lucas, Mexico) beckons. And nearby are six additional signature, championship courses!

• Set Sail in High Style-The elite, Italian vessels of Silversea capture the allure of a sea journey at its finest. Expect exotic ports, superb cuisine and exceptional service for the most discerning traveler.

• For Jet-Setters Only-The destination doesn't really matter when you book your loved one on Eos, a private jet-like airline for those who enjoy celebrity treatment.

• Talk the Talk-Wherever they go, the pocket-sized Lingo Voyager III provides audio and text display translation of 20 languages with more than 400,000 words and 46,000 phrases. It also has a calculator, currency converter, radio, alarm, calendar and recorder.

For more luxury travel gift ideas, visit www.theaffluent traveler.com. A portion of every booking made at the site until December 31, 2007 will be donated to Autism Speaks.

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