This month Hot Springs Arkansas is the place to be for all you chocolate lovers out there! On February the 6th, Embassy Suites will host the 6th Annual Chocolate Festival. Join the Hot Springs Hospitality Industry and indulge in “chocolate for charity” benefiting the Charitable Christian Medical Clinic.

Remember that each and every Wednesday here at Lookout Point is a Chocolate Covered Wednesday. Starting with a Berry Breakfast Sundae and ending with a little treat to finish of your evening as you retire into luxury.

Book a two night stay during the week this month and receive a complimentary half-dozen chocolate covered strawberries as well as our fine Risqué sparkling wine to savor with your sweetie. This special will only last for a limited time.

So many yummy reasons to reserve your Hot Springs getaway at our bed and breakfast inn!

Here’s an easy trick for keeping poinsettias looking fresh and beautiful for the entire month, and beyond.  Ice.  That’s it.  Simply place 1/2 cup of ice on each poinsettia in place of water.  Do not even think about watering these beautiful plants!

I learned this trick years ago when serving the church, and we had hundreds of poinsettias.  Most of the plants die, or begin looking wilted, from too much water.  They don’t like wet feet.  The ice slowly melts, providing a more constant source of nourishment.

Almost daily guests ask how we keep the poinsettias looking so lovely, and we’ve had the flowers for 3 weeks already.  Sometimes I think if I know something, then the entire world probably knows it.  Yet I’m learning this tip may not be so widely known.

I would love to hear your helpful hints for the holidays!  What makes your life a wee bit easier this month?

Kristie

The Saint Louis Dispatch featured an article about Lookout Point in their publication last week.  The author of the article, Jim Winnerman, stayed at Lookout Point to research for his article.  The article gives a wonderful overview of the inn, our rooms, and different amenities we offer.  We are very delighted to have this type of recognition in this publication. 

We look forward to future publications that highlight what Lookout Point has to offer.  Thank you Jim for such a wonderful piece.  To book a room or for more information about the inn call Kristie at 501-525-6155, or visit our website!

-Kyrie Lantz

Lookout Point will be hosting a couple’s retreat on October 2nd through October 4^th.  The couples; retreat will be facilitated with humor and insight by experts in relationships, communication, and listening: Dr. Mike and Dr. Georjean Renquist. 

This three day retreat will help create space in a romantic setting for you and your partner to grow in love and understanding. You will refresh your interaction with your partner through: focusing on individual differences (using behavior/communication styles inventory), exploring more effective communication skills (speaking, listening), and practicing simple exercises to enhance the language of love as seen in appropriate words of affirmation, gifts, touch and serving.

In addition to intentional learning, you’ll experience comprehensive pampering and time for just the two of you with: a candlelight dinner at the inn on Friday evening, complete picnic for just the two of you on Saturday, choice of a couples’ massage, boat tour of Lake Hamilton, or horseback riding, gourmet breakfast both mornings, picnic backpack to take home, stocked with wonderful surprises, a spa basket for enjoying your ensuite whirlpool tub, and your romantic room with awesome view of Lake Hamilton.

Space is limited so we suggest you reserve early.  Call Lookout Point for more information about this getaway and to reserve your spot.

Congratulations to Ashley and Randy, of Memphis.  This lucky couple won the June drawing for the Laid-off Getaway Giveaway provided by Lookout Point Lakeside Inn in Hot Springs, Arkansas.  They’ll be staying two nights at the inn this month, and enjoying all the inn amenities, plus  1/2 dozen chocolate covered strawberries in their room.  Ashley was delighted with the news!  We are honored to brighten a couples’ day in this small way.

Throughout the next few months, Lookout Point Lakeside Inn will continue to select/draw one entry to receive the complimentary two-night (Sunday-Thursday) stay at the inn.  To enter the Laid-off Getaway Giveaway Package drawing, send an e-mail to innkeeper@LookoutPointInn.com, to Susan’s attention.  In the e-mail, please describe the circumstances of your lay-off, why you would like to stay at Lookout Point, and an employment contact in order to verify the lay-off.  Good luck!  The drawing is held on the last day of each month, with the winner notified on the first day of the month.  

Kristie

Enjoy the arts and a relaxing stroll in downtown Hot Springs at Gallery Walk.  The Gallery Walk displays some of the finest contemporary art in America.  ”The art galleries that sparkle like a fine necklace are located in the heart of the Victorian downtown district.”  The Gallery walk started in August 1989.  The walk gives artists the chance to promote their artwork and involve the community.  The walk is held the first Friday of each month and the galleries stay open until 9 p.m.  Enjoy music and complimentary refreshments.   Also meet and chat with the artists who have their work displayed.  Don’t miss out on the event that has helped rank Hot Springs the number four Top 100 Small Art Towns in America.   Book your room at Lookout Point and be a part of the amazing Gallery Walk.  Call 501-525-6155 or go online.

-Kyrie

The lush green gardens of Lookout Point Lakeside Inn welcomed the wedding of Aaron & Shannon on May 8.  Following the rains, the gardens are bursting forth with new growth.  The calm and happy couple beamed throughout the ceremony.  Shannon carried the vintage family Bible,  given by her mother and carried at her own wedding years ago.  A nice touch!  Congratulations and best wishes,

Kristie

Larie & Abby, from the Dallas area, enjoyed a weekend away from responsibilities and work.   After two days of pampering, including a soak in the Hot Springs thermal mineral waters and great dining at Central Park Fusion, the duo returned home refreshed.  What a great way to spend time with one of the most important persons in your life–your mom or daughter.  Thanks for coming to Lookout Point, friends!     –Kristie

The First Ever 6th Annual Worlds Shortest St. Patrick’s Day Parade fills downtown Hot Springs with green, laughter, and entertainment as the parade begins and ends on the worlds shortest street, Bridge Street.  Celebrities include Grand Marshall John Ratzenberger, the famous San Diego Chicken, and the Irish Elvi (multiple Elvis impersonators).  I’m not sure of the Irish connection with the Chicken, but heck, it’s all in good fun.  We attended the parade last year, and part of the fun was watching the many dogs adorned in all sorts of Irish garb.  Some looked mighty embarrassed. 
If you can make it to Hot Springs for the St. Pat’s parade, Lookout Point has two rooms remaining available:  the Evening Shade Room and the Hot Springs Suite.  Just give us a call to make the reservation.  501-525-6155.  Following the parade, you’ll even see green fireworks.