Karen’s Opinion

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Okay, we have approximately 6 inches of snow on the ground, traffic is slowed and school has been canceled. I am inside going stir crazy. All I want to do is sleep. I have an idea to remedy this situation. If I am going to be where it snows, I’ll go to Branson where I can sit in a hot tub, visit and eat at beautiful restaurants and be entertained by famous entertainers each night.

Because I write reviews for my blog, I have done research on places to stay and still think that the Hilton Promenade at Branson Landing is my favorite for hospitality. The Hilton Promenade and Hilton Branson Convention Center Hotel both feature the best of the best when it comes to quality rooms, location and amenities.

During the summer months, guests can find plenty to do by participating in outdoor activities such as visiting the arts and crafts shops, hiking, and many other interesting activities that the whole family can enjoy. Amazingly, Branson is a fun place to be during the winter months too. I say amazingly because it is hard for me to imagine being anywhere and enjoying snow. LOL I think I might get an attitude adjustment in Branson. Just take me to the spa and watch me smile.

While watching the Colts vs Jaguar game in Jacksonville, Florida, the network was showing pictures of local places of interest. One such place was St. Augustine.

Saint Augustine Florida is the oldest European city in the United States. The area was first visited by Ponce de Leon in 1513, but it was Juan Menendez de Aviles who established the first settlement, almost half a century before the first English settlers landed at Jamestown. St. Augustine grew to become the Spanish center of power in North America for almost 200 years.

Today, the heart of St. Augustine retains the distinctive plan of a 16th century Spanish Colonial walled town, much of which has been preserved or restored. The numerous remaining colonial buildings in the historic district present an impressive array of architecture from 1703 to 1898.

This is a Sponsored Post written by me on behalf of Hiltons of Branson. All opinions are 100% mine.

My dream of the Norman Rockwell Christmas would begin with a stay in the Ozark Mountains. While I doubt the weather in December would be suited for popular Ozark sports like caving and trout fishing, the beauty of being in the mountains would draw me in. I can imagine my family sitting in front of a big stone fireplace at the Hilton Promenade at Branson Landing.

This beautiful hotel complex offers the relaxing yet exciting and fun getaway most of us enjoy. I love the outlet shopping available in the shopping district and of course, the shows are fantastic. You can be as mobile as you want to be when you vacation in Branson. Personally, I would love to lounge around, read a book or get a fabulous spa treatment at Aspire Medical Spa.

Running through Dec 23, the Hilton Branson Convention Center Hotel and Hilton Promenade at Branson Landing are offering special holiday packages that include milk and cookies and story time with Santa and Mrs. Claus! Can you imagine the fun of experiencing these fun getaways? Can you see the looks on a young child’s face? Check out these special offerings and give your family a memory that will last a lifetime.

I know that I am limited in fabric choices but do the best I can with what is available. What am I talking about? I would love to travel to other countries to see what fabric choices there are in their fantastic locations.

My sister in-law is originally from Thailand and worked in a Thai silk shop. I cannot imagine how much fun it would be to work in such an environment. I drool when I visit our local fabric stores so I know I would be in fabric heaven to touch silk all day.

Right now is the best time to travel to all parts of the world. Airlines, such as British Airways, are offering spectacular fares to help people realize their travel dreams. You might think that British Airways is limited to flights to London/Europe but that is not so! They also travel to exciting locations that include the Middle East, India and Africa. British Airways is the airlines to choose because they offer the “Upgraded” experience usually reserved for exclusive customers.
These features include:
• 200+ On-Demand Entertainment Options

• Complimentary food and cocktails on all flights

• World Class service

• Comfortable in-flight experience: Ergonomically designed seat, complete with lumbar support, adjustable headrest and recline. We also provide you with blankets, cushions, eyeshades and flight socks to make your journey a more comfortable one.

• Convenient and relaxing lounges at Terminal 5

During the month of November, British Airways is having a ‘world sale’ to promote both flights & packages from the US and Canada. During this special promotion you can add a hotel to the mix and get a package rate deal that will save you a ton of money. Book your tickets by November 19,2009 and travel November 17, 2009 – March 28, 2010 (excluding December 21-23 2009) and March 29 – May 23, 2010, except for travel to India where the travel periods are November 17 – December 10, 2009 and December 25, 2009 – May 23, 2010.

My sister in-law is originally from Thailand. I have enjoyed seeing pictures of her journeys back to her homeland. My mother in-law was fortunate to be able to travel with Sandy when she visited a few years ago. That is the way to see a country; with an authentic tour guide. Perhaps, now is the time to travel across Asia Pacific. The travel ads are promoting record-low air fares across the Asia Pacific region. In case you are not familiar with the Asia Pacific region, the countries include:

• Thailand
• Korea
• China
• Japan
• Hong Kong
• Australia
• Singapore
• Vietnam
• Malaysia
• New Zealand
• Fiji
• Indonesia
• Taiwan
• India
• Bali

Accor Hotels is sponsoring a fantastic sale that coincides with the timing of those record-low air fares. Accor Hotels 3-Day Super Sale Asia Pacific will run from October 27-29 with a million hotel rooms on sale across Asia Pacific and rates will start at an amazing $30 US per night! Yes, you read that fantastic price correctly! Accor has a pricing structure for their hotels that allows travelers to choose a hotel that accommodates various needs and budgets. Book your room at one of the following hotels during your stay between December 09 to April 10, 2010.

Participating Accor Hotels:

That is a big list of hotels! No wonder it took me so long to look through the pictures and descriptions. Just look at this beautiful room at the Vie Hotel in Bangkok.

Book between Oct 27-29 for a stay between December 2009 and April 2010 and visit the beautiful Asia Pacific. See the Accor Hotels 3-Day Super Sale Asia Pacific page for more information. If you are ready to be pampered and visit some of the most beautiful places in the world, Accor is ready to show you their hospitality.

I see myself staying at this beautiful hotel in Singapore.

Novotel Clarke Quay