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Posh Paws
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If your like me the hardest part about travelling is leaving
my
precious
Jynxy & Jerzy behind. Now that can be a thing of the past.
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For the millions of pet
owners, who prefer to travel with their pets, the hassle of finding
places that will accept them is over. A new web site finds
pet-friendly places in the USA, Canada and abroad, creating an
excellent travel resource for pet owners and travel agents
For information, visit http://
www.bringyourpet.com
here is also a
full guide for Canada focusing on places that welcome all well
behaved dogs.
Dogfriendly
(check here)
If you wonder how this is all determined, DogFriendly says
researchers take into account the number and quality of dog-friendly
accommodations, transportation, beaches, parks, attractions, stores,
dining "and other things to do with your dog."
In Boston, for example, leashed dogs can help explore the Freedom
Trail. Leashed dogs are also welcome on the subway.
San Diego has off-leash dog beaches, and in Orlando, visitors can
dine at Sam Snead's Restaurant where former Governor Jeb Bush signed
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Pack your pooch!
The week of September 24 is National Dog Week and
for pet loving travellers, here’s a rundown of “Top Ten” pet
friendly hotels in the North America. These are definitely in the
“rich and famous” category, but doesn’t the doggie deserve to
holiday in the lap of luxury once in awhile.
1. The Hotel Monaco in San Francisco like all Kimpton hotels, the
Monaco welcomes pets. Their “Bone-a-Petite” package includes a
designer dog dish, gourmet treats and toys, and temporary dog tags.
2. NINE ZERO Hotel in Boston
Pets can wind up “In the Doghouse,” courtesy of a complimentary
package that includes a welcome treat, plus bowls and bedding. Let
the concierge arrange for pet sitting, grooming, walking, and
massage for your pooch
3. The Fairmont Waterfront in Vancouver
Travellers who crave a brush with royalty can schedule an audience
with Morgan, the hotel’s canine ambassador. He received “the Royal
Pat” from Queen Elizabeth during her Jubilee visit, but it hasn’t
gone to his head: He still makes time for weekday walks with guests.
4. Soho Grand Hotel in New York City
Pampering gets suitably grand, with pet room service, full-body
pillows, and grooming brushes. Humans sharing the bed with furry
friends will appreciate the free doggie toothbrushes
5. Hotel Derek in Houston
For a small extra charge, your canine gets treats and a bandanna
with the hotel logo, plus a special bed in your room
6. Raffles L'Ermitage in Beverly Hills
Creature comforts include a Pet Companion room service menu with
foie gras, plus down-to-earth amenities like beds, treats, and toys.
The concierge sells "Woof-and-Ready" baskets for gift-worthy special
occasions
7. Loews Coronado Bay Resort in San Diego
As part of the Loews Loves Pets program, furry friends get toys and
treats, plus a sign to let housekeeping know they’re guarding the
room. Borrow a leash and consult a map of local dog-walking routes,
or order a snack from the vet-approved room service menu
8. The Peaks Resort in Telluride
Pooches get the royal treatment at the Doggie Spa: Packages include
guided playtime, baths, haircuts, “pawdicures,” ear and teeth
cleaning, blow drying, brushing, massage, and gourmet lunches
9. Opus Hotel in Vancouver
Located in Vancouver’s dog-friendly Yaletown neighbourhood, the
hotel offers a ”Dog's Night Out” package with doggie treats, a dog
toy, and a copy of Modern Dog magazine, plus people-food breakfast
for two-legged pack members.
10. The Great Divide Lodge in Breckenridge
For a small fee, the lodge will send up a blanket, bowls, and treats
for your furry friend. If Spot becomes attached to his new luxuries,
you can purchase the bowl and blanket as souvenirs |
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Traveling with your pets
Three cats sailed on Cunard Line's maiden voyage in 1840 and today Queen
Mary 2 continues the pet friendly tradition. It's the only major cruise ship
sailing from U.S. port that welcomes a client's pet onboard. As the QM2
travels weekly this summer between New York and Southampton, the line's
"Pets on Deck" kennel program assures that pets will make the crossing in
comfort with a choice of beds, fleece blankets and even nightly turn down
service of freshly baked treats. Cunard's full time "Kennel Master" feeds,
walks and cleans the ship's 12 kennels. Toys keep pets entertained, and
cruisers may interact with their pets indoor and outdoor walking area
Pets will chow down on premium pet food and receive complimentary gift packs
with a QM2 logoed coat, Frisbee, name tag, food dish, and scoop, a
complimentary photo with owners, a transatlantic crossing certificate and
personalized cruise card. Pet cruise fares range from $300.00 - $500.00
For pets traveling by air, Midwest Airlines has a
"Premier Pet Program" that gives these furry travelers frequent flyer
perks, providing the owner and pet travel on the same flight. For every
three paid roundtrips, or six paid one way trips that the pet fly with
their owner, the pet earns one roundtrip. Or, clients may also redeem
15,000 Midwest Miles for a free roundtrip for their pet with the "Below
Cabin Dog & Cat Option" The airline will then reserve a spot for a
kenneled dog or cat below cockpit in a temperature controlled and
pressurized pet compartment. Owners may, alternatively, redeem 20,000
Midwest Miles for the "In Cabin Small Dog Option" allowing pet owners to
bring a small dog into the cabin: the dog must be confined in an
approved soft-sided pet carrier and stowed beneath the seat in front of
the owner.
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Orlando hotels cater to pets
International Drive's business owners have developed a new
way to cater to visitors - by allowing them to bring their
pets on vacation. Loews Hotels at Universal Orlando Resort,
Sheraton World Resort, The Royal Pacific and the Hard Rock
Hotel are just a few of the International Drive
establishments welcoming pets and offering various services
for four-legged guests. For a full list and more information
visit:
www.international- driveorlando.com
Walking the dog
Los Angeles’ Hyatt Regency Century Plaza Hotel offers guests and
their dogs special recognition with the Hyatt Gold Pawsport frequent
pet stay program. Upon check-in, Hyatt Gold Passport members
accompanied by their pets receive a welcome kit and the Pawsport,
which has the dog’s name, birthday, owner information, Hyatt Gold
Passport numbers and Pawsport stamp boxes to track visits. Fashioned
after the Hyatt Gold Passport program, Gold membership is awarded to
dogs after their first qualifying overnight at the hotel and
Platinum membership to dogs that record at least five nights. After
the fifth stay, program members receive a US$50 gift certificate to
LA Dogworks Hollywood Resort; a personalized Platinum-tier Hyatt
Gold Pawsport identification carrier tag; and a special bonus of
1,000 Hyatt Gold Passport points. After the 15th stay Diamond status
is awarded and includes a US$100 certificate to LA Dogworks
Hollywood Resort, a doggie gift, 2,000 Hyatt Gold Passport points
and a treat prepared by a hotel chef. The Hyatt Regency Century
Plaza Hotel features the likes of 28-inch doggie beds, stainless
steel serving bowl in the room upon arrival, in-room dog menu and an
annual birthday card.
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