Whether you've asked Santa for something sweet, something sexy, or something great to take along on your next romantic getaway, I've got plenty of ideas for Holiday Gifts for Lovers.

Something Sparkly
Romantic Heart Pendants

Bridal Lingerie for the Wedding Night
Pure White Honeymoon Lingerie

For Your Next Romantic Getaway
Sweet & Sexy Lingerie

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Opened seven years ago, the luxurious Stanley Safari Lodge stands practically within spitting distance of the Zambian side of Victoria Falls, the world's most magnificent waterfall.

This African lodge boasts a romantic honeymoon villa, complete with a private plunge pool, outdoor shower for two, and stone fireplace, and it can arrange activities that range from Zambezi River cruises to elephant rides.

Even if you can't pack your trunk right now, indulge in a surfing safari and check out Stanley Safari Lodge in Zambia, the next hot place.

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You may be thinking about Thanksgiving... or the December holidays. I'm already looking forward to my favorite holiday, Valentine's Day.

So when I found out that the Leading Hotels of the World was offering a special Save the Date promotion offering savings of 30% to 50% for stays between January 1 and March 31 if you book by December 31, 2009, my eyes lit up.

According to surveys, there's no better Valentine's Day gift than a trip. If you take advantage of this offer, you can stay for less at places like Enchantment Resort and Mii amo Spa in Sedona, Arizona; Chatham Bars Inn on Cape Cod, Massachusetts; Terme di Saturnia in Italy; Royal Hideaway Playacar on Mexico's Riviera Maya and other great getaways around the world.

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The latest hotel ratings are out, and there have been some major changes. The 2010 list of AAA Five Diamond Award hotel winners now recognizes a few of my favorite places perfect for honeymoons and romantic escapades:

• Acqualina, Sunny Isles, Florida
• Encore Las Vegas
• Palazzo Las Vegas
• Ritz-Carlton Lake Las Vegas
• Encantado, New Mexico

More big news: The Mobil Five-Star Award has been renamed the Forbes Travel Guide. The standards for judging hotels remain high. View the complete list of Forbes 5-Star Hotels Award Winners 2010.

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