Father’s Day is coming up this year on June 19th. Here are some interesting travel gifts for this important person:
Check One Off His Bucket List
Help Dad cross one off his bucket list with JW Marriott El Convento Cusco’s recently launched “Feed Your Wonder-Lust” experience, inviting travelers to visit one of the new Seven Wonders of The World — Machu Picchu (you know he’s always wanted to), and explore the scenic Sacred Valley of the Inca on horseback. After the two full day excursions, an indulging six-course dinner at the hotel’s Pirqa Restaurant (rated the #1 restaurant in Cusco among TripAdvisor users) will be the cherry on top of a perfect Father’s Day gift. To book, visit http://www.jwmarriottcusco.com with promo code ES7. Package starts at $2,725 USD for a three-night stay, and does not include 10% tax or daily resort fee.
For the adventurous Dad
Treat dad to a travel adventure this upcoming Father’s Day with Casa Palopo’s “Extreme Atitlan” package. Casa Palopo is a lakeside home turned boutique hotel surrounded by three magnificent volcanoes and 12 charming indigenous Mayan villages. The Extreme in Atitlan package offers dad the vacation of a lifetime with four nights accommodations, welcome cocktails and Guatemalan bites on the property’s main terrace, an exciting hiking excursion to the San Pedro Volcano, a paragliding excursion, and helicopter transfer back to Guatemala City. Rates start at $663 per night based on double occupancy, with taxes and tips included. Advance reservations required. To book, email reservations@casapalopo.com or call (888) 479-6026. Rates valid through December 31, 2016.
Poppa Likes to Golf!
Score a hole in one this Father’s Day at The Resort at Longboat Key Club by giving dad what he really wants – R&R and a game of golf. With the Opal Golf Package, he’ll take his complimentary cart for a spin across the 410-acre resort’s two championship courses (45 holes total), tee up at the two on-site ranges while sipping on complimentary cocktails (one per adult), and snag 15% off at the pro shops (new set of clubs, maybe?). The package also comes with a golf amenity before he sets out to play. Visit longboatkeyclub.com and enter special code OPALGLF. Package starts at $389/night for two.
For the Book Smart Dad and His Team of Little Ones
Traveling is the best and most entertaining form of education! This Father’s Day, Lido Beach Resort invites Dad and the rest of the family on an academic bonding experience to learn about ocean and marine life conservancy. With the property’s three night “Summer Sun and Summer Fun” package full of educational excursions, the whole tribe will enjoy an offbeat vacation that include enlightening activities and amenities, such as: one day admission to Mote Marina Aquarium, one day admission to Save Our Seabirds Wild Bird Learning Center, and daily breakfast at Cafe Lido (as breakfast is the most important meal of the day). For more information or to book, please visit http://www.lidobeachresort.com.
South of Fifth Getaway
South Beach is the perfect place for Dads to tap into their younger selves during a Father’s Day getaway, and with plenty of family-friendly activities, the whole gang can come along too. The South of Fifth neighborhood in Miami Beach is an exclusive, trendy haven that carries an understated coolness and quieter nature – perfect for families. The district is home to some of the top-ranked restaurants & bars in the country, as well as boutiques, cafes, parks, bike paths, etc. There aren’t many hotels in this area, but Stanton South Beach is one of them located along Ocean Drive backed by the Atlantic Ocean… one of the most coveted addresses in the city. The Stanton greets families with renovated rooms, two pools overlooking the ocean, and even a kid’s sand area on the beach with toys for sculptures, etc. Plus, the hotel is offering a Kid’s Eat Free deal available until June 28 (promo code: MAG). When it’s time for dinner, Red, the Steakhouse is just a couple blocks from Stanton boasting a menu fit for all Dads including Certified Angus Beef Prime steaks, hearty Mac ‘n Cheese for the young ones, and a wine/cocktail/beer list for days.
Explore the Twin Cities…on Two Wheels
Located in the heart of the city’s iconic theater district, Le Méridien Chambers Minneapolis offers an art-inspired escape for dads who want a dose of culture with their Father’s Day getaway. When they’re not taking advantage of the hotel’s Unlock Art program where room key cards offer complimentary access to the famed Walker Art Center, dads can explore local art galleries, craft breweries, and the city’s many lakes and national parks. In the Most Bikeable City in America, the property offers a one-of-a-kind cycling experience geared towards active dads; bike tours around the stunning greenways and Lake Calhoun led by the hotel’s general manager himself, who bikes up to 100 miles in a day, just for fun — year round! Dads can book the Tour de Minneapolis package, which includes a GM-led bike tour and $60 breakfast credit so they can fuel up before the ride. Rates start at $249/night. For more info, visit http://www.lemeridienchambers.com.
Sports Cars and Five Stars
Vroom vroom! In partnership with Red Travel, the Salviatino Collection offers dads the “Italy Full Throttle” experience this Father’s Day. Guests begin their three-day Italian tour with an overnight stay at Il Salviatino, a hand-restored 15th century villa in the rolling hills of Tuscany, overlooking the lively city of Florence. The next morning, a Red Travel tour director and expert Ferrari driver introduces an inevitably excited dad to the world of Ferrari, preparing him for the drive of a lifetime on the open roads of the Tuscan countryside and into the Veneto region. The self-drive tour, guided by the tour director via mobile radio system, passes through the Mugello area (world-famous host of the Moto GP Grand Prix of Italy), and medieval villages and landscapes that are a feast for the eyes. Dad will also pass by the Passo della Raticosa for a coffee, and visit balsamic vinegar producer Villa San Donnino for a tasting. Upon arrival to Maranello, he will visit the Ferrari Museum and store, perfect for dad. After an adrenaline-filled ride to the ancient town of Verona, guests check-in to Palazzo Victoria, a centrally located gem that seamlessly blends Italian history with modernity. Treat dad to his dream ride this Father’s Day and he might just give you shotgun!
The package is available for travel through October 31, 2016. Rates start at €5,750 (for a Dome View Deluxe room at Il Salviatino and Junior Suite at Palazzo Victoria). Visit http://www.salviatino.com or email info@salviatino.com.
Accessible Island Escape
Only 50 nautical miles from Miami on the Bahamian Out Island of North Bimini, the brand new Hilton at Resorts World Bimini (opening June 4th) is practically a stone’s throw from the US, and Dad’s ultimate Caribbean hideaway this Father’s Day. Once he arrives, the most stressful decision he’ll face is choosing whether to float down the lazy river pool from his swim-up suite, or watch the sunset from the rooftop infinity pool and bar. Since Resorts World Bimini is home to the largest marina in The Bahamas, nautical dads can effortlessly slip into this slice of paradise — from speedboats to mega-yachts. Whether your old man wants to hang with the high rollers at the only casino in the world with panoramic water views, channel his inner-Hemingway with a big game fishing excursion, or prep for Shark Week with a shark dive with local hammerheads, one thing is for sure: he’ll be on island time in no time. For more information or to book, please visit http://www.rwbimini.com.
Bikes, Brews & A Little R&R in Jupiter
This Father’s Day, head to Jupiter Beach Resort & Spa where a weekend of fun in the sun is best enjoyed on a sprawling stretch of pristine Atlantic coastline dotted with natural dunes. The coveted beach town’s only oceanfront resort is a great place for dads to relax and enjoy the easy breezy beach life in an intimate, tropical setting. Fitness-focused fathers can work up a sweat at the basketball and tennis courts or take one of the resort’s complimentary beach cruises for a spin, while dads seeking a little R&R can kick back in the new adults-only hammock garden, sip craft beers at the poolside Sandbar, or catch a game at The Woods, a nearby sports bar-meets-steakhouse owned by non other than the PGA-pro himself. Want to bring the family along? The resort boasts an arcade room, plenty of kid-friendly dining options and close proximity to the Loggerhead Marinelife Center, which teaches visitors how to protect the area’s local wildlife.