Give Up Just Buying Flowers For Valentines - Take A Romantic Getaway...

Shepherdstown and Charles Town, West Virginia (Vocus/PRWEB) February 11, 2011

Go Blue Ridge Travel picks two of the most Romantic Getaways just one hour from DC for Valentine’s. It only takes a phone call for reservations, pack the overnight (don’t forget her makeup) and drive away from the city to the beautiful northern Blue Ridge Shenandoah Valley. Your stop this weekend is in the Wild and Wonderful West Virginia Region… better known as DC’s Backyard Playground.

Hillbrook Inn, A Country House Hotel in Charles Town, West Virginia is offering two packages. Choose Friday and Saturday or Sunday and Monday for your two night stay. Your partner will think you planned all of this. Upon arrival your partner has a Champagne greeting, box of chocolates and a bouquet of roses in your elegant suite. Plus a complimentary red or white wine. One of your nights you take part in a five–course candlelit dinner where your partner is handed a beautiful rose and you both enjoy a signature drink at cocktail. There will be no menu presented at dinner. Instead, every course is a pleasant surprise designed by Executive Chef Christine Hale based on dietary concerns and requests.

Picture a European style country house hotel cascading down a limestone ridge on eight levels, with 2000 panes of glass flooding the interior with light. Imagine the rich patina of old wood, the gleam of polished brass, the deep jewel tones of oriental carpets. Add the flicker of candles and the warmth of a fire. A love seat. An intimate table for two. Even if it is cold, there are romantic fireplaces, books to read, or just cuddle together and enjoy each other. Please tell Carissa and Chris Zanella, Innkeepers of Hillbrook Inn, Go Blue Ridge Travel salutes their wonderful planned weekend.

If you need more excitement, head to Hollywood Casino for a night of fun entertainment or take a short ride to one of DC’s Wine Country’s Vineyards. Almost all vineyards will be offering chocolate this weekend…. Just for Valentine’s.

For a small town romantic experience, take a look at the Bavarian Inn in Shepherdstown, West Virginia. Again, not more than an hour from the city, the Bavarian Inn is a step back to the old country with a “Wine Spectator Award Winning Wine Cellar” . Their Executive Chef Wolfgang Vomend has created a Valentine menu especially for couples from a Valentine Appetizer Sampler to duo of Oysters, a Chateaubriand for Two or a Seafood Sampler for Two and finally wrap up the evening with a special Valentines Dessert for Two which includes Chocolate Ganache, Chocolate Gran Marnier Mousse, Cherry Heart Tart, and Berry Panache. Ask for Christian or David Asam. These two brothers write a wonderful wine column in our local paper. They definitely have different taste but are both experts on wines both local and around the world. If you want to just take a beautiful stroll down a small town street visiting small specialty shops, it is Shepherdstown, West Virginia. Special Romance packages are available which include your hotel room overlooking the Potomac River with fireplaces in the Chalets, again a complimentary bottle of champagne.

The most important thing is that this weekend can be all about you and your partner. No stress, no traffic, breathe in the country.

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Give the Gift of a Backyard Getaway for Two this Valentine's Day

Vista, CA (PRWEB) February 10, 2011

Champagne & roses are fine for Valentine’s Day, but what about a gift of a warm and sensual backyard oasis that you and your loved one can escape to any time of year? D1 Spas has unveiled Elemental – the first ever portable, plug-and-play designer spa for two just in time for this year’s celebration of love. The artisan design, powerful jets, warm, bubbling water and comfortable seating accented with soft, colorful LED lighting helps create a romantic, sensual spa experience the two of you will enjoy time and time again. http://www.myelemental.com

With a one-of-a-kind shape reminiscent of a gift box, exteriors are textured with water-based, eco-friendly material and available in an array of colors including Snow, Moss, Onyx, Canvas, and Canyon. The Canvas model is specially made to be customized by the owner. Imagine writing “I Love You” in hearts across the outside of your special Valentine’s Day “gift box” of a spa, and then making a game of changing the look of your Elemental by simply rolling on a different color of exterior paint together.

“Elemental was created with couples in mind, as a romantic warm water gathering spot where they could focus on their relationship and reconnect as they let the stresses of the day melt away,” explains D1 founder, Bob Hallam. “There is nothing better than a spa to provide the much needed private time that couples need to help balance their busy lifestyles.”

As a romantic centerpiece, Elemental is as practical as it is attractive. The spa’s compact size was designed to fit easily into any backyard patio or deck design. It is easy to install and plugs into a standard 120v outlet. The naturally beautiful, simple-to-use spa retails for $5,995.00 (US) and boasts an incredibly low monthly heating cost of under $7.00.

The elegant aluminum accents come in a variety of colors and forms that will enhance any décor and allow Elemental to compliment any outdoor design theme. Measuring 60” x 60” x 32” and a dry weight of only 350 pounds, Elemental is as at home on condo/apartment patios and balconies as it is in expansive outdoor rooms.
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Designed to break the paradigm of spa design, Elemental utilizes patio-appropriate colors and textures to create a home spa that can match virtually any backyard. Understated and stylish, Elemental uses softened geometry and artisan details to create the ultimate accent for your backyard oasis. http://www.d1spas.com

Elemental is the newest product line designed by D1, a luxury goods manufacturer who makes hot tubs, aquatic fitness systems and composite materials. In business for over 30 years, D1 has a history of innovation and quality. Distributed globally, D1 holds over 40 patents, more than any other manufacturer in the spa industry.

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Study: Tattoo Regret Highest on Valentine’s Day

Irvine, CA (PRWEB) February 11, 2011

In its annual survey of patients seeking tattoo removal on The Patient’s Guide to Tattoo Removal (http://www.tattooremoval.net), it was found that “Name of Ex-Partner/Spouse” was the number one motivation to seek tattoo removal treatment. Of the 1,061 respondents, 28% cited this as the primary motivation, followed by “Work-related conflict” (25%), “Change of Beliefs” (18%), “Unhappy/Don’t like it” (14%), “Replace with a new tattoo” (7%), Medical Reasons (4%), and Other (3%). Young adults (18-29 yr olds) were the largest demographic feeling a change of heart, with 30% of all respondents citing “Name of Ex-Partner/Spouse”, followed by Adults (30-40 yr olds) at 27%.

"The most common reason people come in for tattoo removal at my practice is to remove someone’s name," says Patient's Guide Chairman and laser expert Eric F. Bernstein, M.D. "Love is forever, except in real life under rare circumstances. When a relationship ends, people want the tattoo off. Other common reasons include feelings that it’s interfering with their job, or that it no longer represents who they are."

In a similar study conducted by The Patient's Guide in 2009, it was found that the majority of respondents didn’t appreciate the implications of tattoo ink being “permanent”, or which colors of ink would be more challenging to remove. "White and tan tattoo pigments are dangerous for laser specialists because they turn black when they get lasered," said Dr. Bernstein. "Once it turns black it might not ever come out, but more commonly, it’s just more difficult and takes more treatments. Green is challenging to remove as well, but the Alexandrite laser is classically referred to in order to remove green pigment. The Ruby laser is good for green as well."

About The Patient's Guide
The Patient's Guide's mission is to provide the most accurate medical information to enable consumers to make educated decisions about aesthetic treatments. The Patient's Guide team includes leading physicians in the fields of laser and dermatology. These experts are the innovators in skin care and cosmetic dermatology technology breakthroughs, including hair removal, skin rejuvenation, fat reduction and cellulite treatment. Each month over one million visitors go to The Patient's Guide, a family of 25 web publications, each dedicated to a specific condition or treatment. Visitors rely on the information The Patient's Guide provides because the information is written by leading experts. For more information please visit http://www.patientsguide.com.

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Transfer Master Products Extends Nomination Deadline For Valentine's...

Postville, Iowa (PRWEB) February 11, 2011

Transfer Master Products announced today that it has extended the deadline for nominations for its first Iraq and Afghanistan War Veteran Valentine's Day Video Sweetheart Contest to Noon, Central Standard Time, Monday, February 14th. The company is giving away one of its twin-size adjustable electric hospital beds to an Iraq-Afghanistan war veteran, through a nomination process on its Facebook page. In the contest, Iraq-Afghanistan veteran spouses, sweethearts and supporters are encouraged to submit nominations by writing on the wall (or posting on the company's blog) explaining why their nomination should win the free adjustable electric bed (or one of of the other prizes being offered).

In addition to the standard twin-size adjustable home hospital bed awarded to the Grand Prize winner, five runner-ups will each receive Soundspa AM/FM clock radios while three will each receive memory foam standard size contour pillows.

Transfer Master Founder and President Aaron Goldsmith was featured on the nationally-syndicated Jim Bohannon radio show on Tuesday, February 8th. Goldsmith and Bohannon discussed the contest and some of the touching entries that have been received to date. “I'm very grateful for the attention Jim provided our contest and for his long-time support of US military veterans,” Goldsmith said. He reiterated that in the contest, “We're looking for those heartwarming love stories that exist between loved ones that personify the extraordinary bravery by the men and women who have fought and served in Iraq and Afghanistan. We have many customers who are war veterans so we know how helpful our adjustable beds can be to those who have been injured or disabled defending our country. We hope that by giving away one of our beds, we'll be able to improve the life of at least one soldier. And by posting stories or videos, the public can learn about the special qualities of many of those who have graciously served our country.”

To nominate an Iraq-Afghanistan war veteran for a free bed, spouses, sweethearts and supporters are encouraged to visit the Transfer Master Facebook page or the company blog and submit a comment or video (up to two minutes long). They must explain the name/rank of the person being nominated, why they deserve (or need) a Transfer Master bed, what this person means to them and any other important or convincing information the judges should know. Videos longer than two minutes will not be eligible.

Nominations will be accepted until Noon (Central Time) February 14th. Winners will be announced via Facebook and on the Transfer Master website on Tuesday, February 15, 2010.

Please note: Winners must be an Iraq-Afghanistan War Veteran. Verification and documentation will be required. Entrants agree that by submitting their video to Transfer Master they grant the company full usage rights and permission to use it for promotional purposes under the company's Term of Use policy (which is available on its Facebook page and website).

About Transfer Master Products, Inc.
Founded in 1993 in Postville, Iowa, Transfer Master engineers electric beds for sleep centers and pregnancy wards, hospitals and home use. For Transfer Master, customer-driven design and innovation is paramount. Each bed is custom designed and hand-built for the user. The company received the industry's first patent in 1993 for combining adjustable medical bed functionality with home use design as well as for creating the first specialized dual-use King beds.

The company builds beds that are low enough for users to transfer in and out of, but high enough for caregivers to easily access. Proudly designed and manufactured in the United States of America, Transfer Master beds are durable, comfortable and attractive, providing customers with the functionality and comfort they deserve.

Transfer Master listens to customers and builds its beds specifically to meet the precise needs of each user. The electronic boards of the newest models were designed by a U.S. defense contractor. The beds are innovatively designed and solidly manufactured, creating a long-lasting product that allows its users the features they need and the comfort they deserve.

To find out more, please visit http://www.transfermaster.com, visit us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter.

CONTACT:
David Kaufer
Zenwerks
206-262-7302
david.kaufer (at) zenwerks.com

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