No one deserves a little luxury more than mom. Kristen Shirley, founder of the luxury encyclopedia La Patiala, believes that experiences are the way to go for this year’s Mother’s Day gift for that special person in your life.
“Find a class, event or special restaurant that suits her interests, and she’ll remember the gift forever," Shirley said. "If she loves wine, book a wine class for the two of you at a local wine bar or wine school. There are even classes you can book online that come with wines to taste at home. Concerts and plays are always great gifts. Foodie moms will fall for a special tasting menu.”
Shirley also suggested curating a decadent night in as a fun alternative where she doesn’t have to lift a finger. “Few things are as fabulous as Champagne and caviar, and it’s much more affordable to enjoy these delicacies at home," she said. "I love rosé Champagne for Mother’s Day. A few favorites are Ruinart Rosé and Veuve Clicquot La Grande Dame Rosé. Pair this with a traditional caviar service for fancy moms, or with potato chips and crème fraiche if your mom is more casual.”
So in the spirit of experiences ranging from taking a solo vacation, to indulging in a glorious spa day, to having a fabulous feast with multiple courses, we’ve rounded up a list of the best options for a Mother’s Day gift that will wow.
The newly opened Raffles Boston in Back Bay is offering mom a posh afternoon tea at Long Bar & Terrace on the 17th floor of the hotel, with floor-to-ceiling windows that overlook the city. Indulge in an enchanting afternoon with a selection of premium teas by Palais Des Thés, pastries, dainty sandwiches, Champagne and crafty tea cocktails. Following tea, mothers can head to the Guerlain Spa, where you can treat mom to a signature experience coined “The Boston Energy” — an intensive, full-body treatment tailored to address stiffness, soreness and sluggishness, with the Guerlain balm and oil and soothing hot stones.
For the food-loving mom, check out the Langham Chicago’s Mother’s Day Brunch created by Executive Chef Damion Henry, featuring a caviar station, bountiful seafood displays, prime-cuts carving stations, hand-rolled Osaka sushi, Norwegian smoked fish, lavish desserts, complimentary Champagne, mimosas and bellinis, and delectable bites for the little ones. Tickets are priced at $275 per adult and $75 per child.
Brooklyn's newest urban spa and wellness center is offering the La Grande beauty package for moms — including a luxurious La Grande classique facial and a four-hour spa day with access to all the rooms, saunas and pools, paired with a brunch and special gift, all for $425. The spa boasts experiences including a Himalayan salt room and the Grand Banya and Clay & Hay Sauna.
If the mother in your life is a nature lover, look no further than Arbor Day Farm in Nebraska City, Nebraska. The property is offering a Mother’s Day package that includes a wine tasting, guided nature tours and wellness sessions that showcase the beauty of motherhood. The farm consists of 260 acres of natural beauty and is the birthplace of what eventually became known as Arbor Day. Mothers who love the great outdoors and find solace in natural beauty will love tasting through the local wines and taking in the breathtaking sites of the Arbor Day Farm grounds.
Take mom to the Big Apple during May 10-13 for an unforgettable Mother’s Day experience, beginning with a decadent high tea. For $1,695 per night, the lavish package includes upscale accommodations such as a bespoke floral arrangement upon arrival, guided floral arranging class and a high-tea experience.
The traveling mom won’t want to miss this vacation. The Hyatt Maui is pulling out all the stops for Mother’s Day by offering an extensive package for up to four people for four nights. Guests can stay in either the presidential suite or palace suite and attend the hotel’s Drums of the Pacific luau experience, snag tickets to Tour of the Stars and experience a massage and facial at Spa Soleil, among other activities. Rates for the package start at $16,000.
Nestled on the Upper East Side of Manhattan, the Loews Regency is offering a variety of options, including culinary specialties and exclusive shopping experiences for Mother’s Day. Guests can indulge in a brunch at the Regency Bar & Grill, where the menu includes specialty items like Maine lobster benedict and celeriac carpaccio. It also boasts a unique shopping experience in the hotel’s lobby in partnership with Bloomingdale’s. The hotel will feature a pop-up by the women’s lifestyle brand Reiss, coined “the Reiss presents summer voyage.”
Located in the heart of Charleston, South Carolina, the hotel is offering a luxe brunch at the Palmetto Cafe as well as a private Hinkley excursion for mom to sail the day away. Upon return, the group can enjoy a refreshing cocktail, thanks to the newly launched Spritz at The Carriage House, serving a handcrafted spritz al fresco.
For mothers who would appreciate an escape to serene Cape Cod, Massachusetts, look no further than the Chatham Bars Inn. This year, mothers can go on a private shopping tour in Chatham led by the resort’s recreation manager, as well as participate in a variety of activities including bike tours, paint-and-sip classes and gentle flow yoga. Mother’s Day brunch at the Stars restaurant includes a spread featuring displays of seafood and smoked fish and imported and domestic cheeses, bread and bagel and omelet and waffle stations, prime rib with lobster and spring pea risotto, and a dessert buffet.
Seattle’s Hotel 1000 is offering a pampering package appropriately coined “A Bath Worth $1000,” which includes Champagne and caviar, amenities by French Girl, a personal bath butler and luxurious cozy gifts for mom to take home. Beyond the bath, the hotel is hosting a special prix fixe meal at All Water Seafood & Oyster Bar that includes live music and custom-made sweet treats from Camano Cookies.
The Mother’s Day package at The Inn at Serenbe, located just outside Atlanta, includes a personalized spa treatment, a $100 dining credit for the Farmhouse Restaurant and a butler service to cater to mom’s every whim. Moms can also hit the trails with a Serenbe trail-riding special. Up to six guests will be saddled up and guided through Serenbe’s conserved forest trails on horseback. Stop at the picturesque waterfall for bubbly and chocolate-covered strawberries in a sitting area decorated with blankets and flowers.
This luxury hotel boasts a collection of spa treatments inspired by Japan’s soothing and healing head spa experiences. Offerings include the traditional head and scalp analysis, tailored healing treatment and a glamorous blow out. Moms can enhance their treatment by including a refreshing facial cleanse and neck and décolleté massage, a rejuvenating hinoki-infused pedicure, and a full body awakening bamboo massage and custom facial. If you’re looking to go all out, book the Escape to Tranquility package for $960 including an 80-minute awakening bamboo massage, a custom facial and a “Head in the Clouds” ritual.