Waggin' Weekend Getaways
The Conrad Chicago
Chicago is filled with myriad museums, exciting nightlife, and countless dining and shopping opportunities. At the Conrad Chicago, which is in the same neighborhood as the city’s Magnificent Mile, both people and their pets should expect to be pampered. Be sure to check out the Conrad’s Pet Package, which features amenities such as a signature beanbag bed, food and water bowls, toys, and a leash. Also included are a dog-walking map, information about pet-sitting services, and a choice of pet-friendly DVDs if your companion wants to zone out in front of a 42-inch plasma television. Additionally, the hotel boasts a special Conrad Canine and Feline Menu that allows four-legged visitors to savor a variety of mouthwatering cuisine options. While your furry one basks in all the elegance that the Windy City has to offer, you and other human guests can enjoy deep-soaking tubs, an extensive gym, and 500 thread-count Pratesi linens. Whether you and your pet decide to window-shop at Chanel or romp along Lake Michigan, the Conrad invites you to treat yourselves to the comfortable, classy getaway you both deserve. ConradHotels1.Hilton.com
J. Paules Fenn Inn
Ready for some horseback riding, wine tasting, and a boat cruise? Southwest Michigan offers all this and more, and the J. Paules Fenn Inn adds the perfect touch to your pet-friendly getaway. Minutes from the art galleries and restaurants of downtown Saugatuck, the B&B welcomes animals with a treat upon arrival. Some rooms have fireplaces and Jacuzzis, and the building is more than 100 years old, so you and your pet can enjoy a warm, homey environment nestled in the scenic countryside. Human guests can also take advantage of several unusual amenities and services, including Reiki therapy administered by the B&B’s owner. Guardians are asked to confine pets to security kennels if left alone in the rooms, but numerous area attractions—many of them water-related—allow for fun-filled day trips with pooches in tow. When you and your furry friend are feeling worn out by bedtime, there’s no better place to take a breather than the quaint, charming atmosphere found at the J. Paules Inn. JPaulesFennInn.org
The Ritz-Carlton, St. Louis
St. Louis is home to scenic botanical gardens, extensive galleries, historically meaningful memorials, and a stretch of the long-reaching Mississippi River. It’s the perfect city to savor a taste of America’s unique culture—and what better place to rest your feet (or paws) at the end of the day than the Ritz-Carlton? The famed hotel chain is synonymous with luxury, and the St. Louis location promises not to disappoint either you or your pet. Staff members attempt to personalize your animal’s stay and add to the comfort and enjoyment with treats, food and water dishes, chew bones, toys, and a litter box (when feline guests are in residence). Meanwhile, you can either relax on a private balcony and take in the St. Louis skyline or simmer in the fitness center’s sauna or Jacuzzi. If you want to kick back while your pooch strolls outside, staff is available to assist you with walking services. Regardless of whether you’re visiting the Gateway City or are a resident just looking to get away from the everyday, the Ritz allows you and your furry loved one to indulge in a vacation you won’t soon forget. RitzCarlton.com
Scottish Bed & Breakfast
Looking to enjoy a game of golf or venture through Indiana’s Amish Country? The Scottish Bed & Breakfast may be the perfect place for you and your pet to take a relaxing time out in rustic yet indulgent accommodations. The owners, who raise and show Scottish Terriers, appreciate that animals have a right to a fun family vacation, too. To that end, an indoor-outdoor kennel is on the premises (pets are also allowed to stay in guest rooms, but a higher fee applies), and your furry friend is sure to be welcomed with a small sampling of treats upon arrival. The Scottish B&B also offers a special “Dog Lovers” package that includes a four-pound bag of food for your pooch and a box of chocolates for you. Other perks that come along with the package are a one-hour massage (for guests on two legs) and a hot breakfast for both you and your pet. So, whether you prefer to tee off with your human family or explore Indiana’s scenic countryside with your shaggy traveling companion, the Scottish B&B provides cozy lodging in the context of a relaxing retreat. ScottishBB.com
