Ama Kwarteng

FYI: Mother's Day is around the corner. Yes, even with all the Mother’s Day ads and the fact that it occurs every year on the second Sunday in May, it always seems to sneak up on me, too. Don’t stress out just yet, but I’d be remiss not to mention that time is ticking to find the perfect gift for the mother in your life. Thankfully, I have some advice on how to show your appreciation this year. Sure, you could opt for the classic Mother’s Day gifts—flowers, high-end tea, a card—but why not try something new? Below, I’ve curated an ideal New York City Mother’s Day itinerary, complete with a lineup of experiential gifts that the two of you can enjoy together. Take what you want from the itinerary or recreate the whole thing! Regardless of what you decide, it’s sure to be a memorable day. (PS—unfortunately, I can’t help you with getting any of the reservations.)

Imagine emerging from a three-hour spa session—a 90-minute body sculpting treatment paired with a 90-minute facial. You stroll out of the treatment room with a glass of champagne in hand, enveloped in a plush terry-cloth robe, and make your way to the relaxation room while taking in the vivid blue waters of St. John. You’re trying to decide whether you should A) head to the sauna, B) go for a quick session in the steam room, C) soak in the hot tub while listening to the rolling waves, or D) all of the above.

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