CHAI TIME

One of my favorite things to drink when we honeymooned in India was Masala Chai tea.  We would have it after almost every meal, like a dessert, because it's so sweet and delicious.  Since then, I've tried many different chai teas at coffee shops and while some have been good, I have yet to try one that tastes just like the ones we had in India.  How was I going to get that same chai tea again without jet setting half way across the world?  Well, I decided to make it at home.  And after a lot of tweaking and trying, I think I have found a recipe that tastes almost like the ones we enjoyed so much in India.

Chai Tea Recipe

Ingredients:

• 2 black tea bags
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/2 teaspoon allspice
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
  

Directions:

1. Place your teabags in a small pot filled with 5 cups of water and bring to a boil.
2. Once the tea has steeped, lower the heat, remove the bags and stir in the spices.
3. Pour 5 tablespoons of condensed milk into your cup, then add the tea and stir until creamy.
4. Feel like you've jet setter to India (without the jet lag and expensive flight)...and enjoy! :-)

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RUNAWAY BRIDE AND GROOM

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JET SET SWEETHEARTS: THE TIDES RIVIERA MAYA

One of my friends is getting set to walk down the aisle really soon. After the wedding, she and her fiance will be jet setting to The Tides in Riviera Maya, Mexico for their honeymoon. This is a beautiful and secluded resort that is described as the seductive resort counterpart of being invited to an exclusive private villa and stunning spa. This hotel is located on the Playa Del Carmen white sand beaches that spread out for seven miles. After the craziness of planning their wedding...this is where they'll get to relax while sipping Pina Coladas...And a honeymoon wouldn't be complete without a couple's massage in their gorgeous Maya Spa...Some of their villas come with private pools... And if you book one of their honeymoon packages, you will enjoy a bottle of champagne while dining by candlelight and overlooking the ocean...What most people don't realize about honeymooning in Mexico is that it's pretty easy to get to if you live in the U.S. From J.F.K. airport in New York City, it's only a 4 and 1/2 hour non-stop flight to Cancun. Once you arrive in Cancun, you can take a taxi- the drive is about 40 minutes.

There are two honeymoon package options at The Tides in Riviera Maya:
1- A Poetic Honeymoon Package:
- Six days and five nights in a Luxury Riviera Maya Villa with a private pool

- Round-trip transfers to and from the Cancun International Airport to Riviera Maya

- Daily Breakfast

- Fresh flowers upon arrival.
- 1 Asparalove massage for the couple in our special spa suite
- Good Wish Mayan Ceremony
- 1 Private, candle-light dinner in the villa
- 1 Bottle of Moet et Chandon for the private dinner

2- Timeless Honeymoon Package:

- Eight days and seven nights in a Luxury Riviera Maya Villa with a private pool

- Round-trip transfers to and from the Cancun International Airport

- Daily Breakfast
- Fresh flowers upon arrival
- 1 Asparalove massage for the couple in our special spa suite
- Performance of Good Wish Maya Ceremony
- 1 Private, candle-light dinner in the villa
- 1 Bottle of Dom Perignon for the first dinner
- Horseback riding for two

I can help you book your honeymoon package or vacation to The Tides in Riviera Maya, Mexico. Email me and let me know when you would like to jet set...

JET SET SMART SWEETHEARTS

It's fun to jetset with friends, family, or even by yourself, but there is nothing better than jetsetting with the one you love. And when it comes to those special times in life, like getting engaged, planning a honeymoon, or celebrating anniversaries, there's no better way to do it than with a trip.

I got engaged at Ashford Castle in Ireland, celebrated my honeymoon in India, and went to Paris for my 1-year wedding anniversary. (Check out pic below).

Speaking of special times, some of you reading this may have gotten to JetSetSmart through http://www.vowweddings.wordpress.com/ and if you have, then you already know what a talented and creative Wedding Consultant Laura is. For those of you that didn't get to this website through hers, and are planning a wedding (or know someone who is), then you should definitely check her out. She is an incredible Wedding Planner, who has helped numerous brides and grooms plan their special day. As a testimony to how good she is, she's also been featured in InStyle Weddings for her fantastic ideas. By the way, Laura happens to be one of my best friends and helped me plan my special day!

If you are getting ready to celebrate a special occasion and want some help picking a place to JetSet to, then you know where to find me. Reach out to me through my blog by leaving a comment, or shoot me an email at askus@jetsetsmart.com and I can help you plan! Happy JetSetting Sweethearts!