FRESH FROM FRANCE
Arriving fresh from France and perfect for Valentine’s Day are zChocolat’s premium selection of designer confections. These delicious works of edible art arrive in signature mahogany boxes that are recognized around the world. Truly a one-of-a-kind chocolate experience. (www. zchocolat.com)

SHOP PINEHURST
Get ready for the new golf season at www.pinehurstshoppes.com. Preferred offerings for Associate members include signature products from Pinehurst and The Spa at Pinehurst in the Village of Pinehurst, North Carolina. Please have your member number handy when ordering.
Photography by Thomas Toohey Brown

ON THE SLOPES
Whether you are looking for a mountain to rev your engine in the powder or for family friendly slopes, Vail, Colorado, offers the largest single mountain ski resort in North America. Enjoy various mountain experiences, 275 bluebird days, gourmet dining at 10,000 feet, instruction from top pros, après-ski activities, and more. The season extends through April 17. (www.vailresorts.com)
Photography courtesy of Vail Resorts

FLY AWAY
Available in 25-hour increments, the JetPass from Flight Options offers travelers the luxury and convenience of private jet travel without fractional ownership requirements. JetPass members simply call 24 hours before they wish to travel. Flight Options operates one of the largest fleet of aircraft in the world, including the largest King Air, Beechjet 400A, and Hawker 800 fleets. Flight Options also offers fractional interests and leasing programs. (www.flightoptions.com)

AROUND AND AROUND
Adventure travel company Zegrahm Expeditions is offering an inaugural circumnavigation of North America expedition. Flying aboard private aircraft, 36 travelers will complete a full circuit of the continent’s coastline, landing often to explore notable and remote sites along the route. The expedition encompasses two 22-day itineraries, a northern route and a southern route, to take advantage of the best seasons. The northern expedition begins in Seattle on June 26, and the southern departs from Washington, D.C., on March 3, 2006. (www.zeco.com)

NORTHERN LIGHTS
The 32-page Fairbanks Winter Guide is packed with information on Fairbanks, Alaska, tours, arts and entertainment, attractions, aurora and city tours, clothing and gear rental, sightseeing, cross-country and downhill skiing, snowmobiling, snowshoeing, dog mushing, hot springs, ice fishing, ice sculpting, ice skating, native culture, and winter activities and events. (www.explorefairbanks.com)

GOLDEN AGE OF RAIL
The American Orient Express invites travelers to relive the "Golden Age of Rail" in comfort and style with 10 itineraries and four theme tours. As the train’s signature blue-and-gold carriages navigate unspoiled routes throughout the United States, Canada, and Mexico, adventurers will explore spectacular natural wonders, historic landmarks, and the evidence of ancient cultures. A new 2005 brochure details the trips such as Colonial Mexico, the Antebellum South, the National Parks of the West, Jazz Heritage, and others. (www.americanorientexpress.com)

GET A LIFT
Fitness expert Shannon Leavitt has released a new fitness workout, YogaLift, on DVD and VHS. The workout combines yoga with strength training, flexibility and stretching components, and meditation. The program is designed for those who want to lift weights and practice yoga in one session. The instructional video also includes various levels of difficulty. (www.yogalift.com)

TRUE EXOTICS
From Tour Edge Golf comes a new division and brand of golf clubs called Exotics. The first product to be introduced is the Combo-Brazing Fairway wood. The "C.B" wood is named after its manufacturing process in which the titanium-cupped face and Hypersteel body are blended together by a proprietary chemical bonding process called "combo-brazing." Tour Edge says tests show the C.B. fairway wood hits 20 or more yards longer than the competition. (www.touredgegolf.com)

BOOKSHELF
• Celebrations 101 by Rick Rodgers (Broadway Brooks). This celebrated entertainer and author uses the latest book in his "101" series to show readers how to serve up a delicious and creative meal while still relaxing and having fun in the kitchen. The point: A celebration isn’t just about the food — it is about being with your guests.

• Cooking School Holidays in the World’s Most Exceptional Places by Jenni Muir (Abbeville Press). Whether you are looking for a cookbook or travel guide, you will find this one-of-a-kind volume to be a treasure trove for food aficionados and cooks in search of culinary adventure. The book includes information and background about the schools, as well as a specialty recipe from each location featured.

• Everyday Dining With Wine by Andrea Immer (Broadway Books). In her debut cookbook, this world-class sommelier uses her culinary experience to present 125 easy-to-make recipes, along with wine recommendations. An especially useful feature of the book is its appendix with basic charts on wine pairing.

• Walking the World’s Most Exceptional Trails. Text by Eloise Napier (Abbeville Press). Another in Abbeville Press’ series of "world’s most" guides. This is the ultimate guide to top walking vacations, selected for their unusual location, spectacular scenery, and awesome wildlife. Of course, if you don’t want to pursue any of these trips, just sit back and enjoy the 240 full-color photographs.

TRADING UP
These are not your grandfather’s trading cards. They are serious — actually, from Serious USA, publisher of collectible CD and DVD "Trading Cardz." CD Cardz feature 80 MB of action-packed video, digital photos, original music, sound effects, screensavers, voice-overs, e-mail "postcardz," and in-depth player bios and stats. Serious currently produces Trading Cardz for the NBA, NFL, NHL, Union of European Football Associations, and the Manchester United. (www.serious.com)

HEY, DUDE
Forget City Slickers. That’s not your typical ranch vacation. But if you have a hankering to look out on some of the prettiest scenery on earth and share some of your most private thoughts with an equine friend, consider a vacation at one of the 36 ranches of the Colorado Dude & Guest Ranch Association. Each ranch and location is unique, so a variety of activities are available. In addition to horseback riding, fishing, and hiking, your choices might include white-water rafting, boating, jeep rides, campfires and cookouts, sightseeing, swimming, hayrides, square dancing, shopping, and maybe a game or two of tennis. Whatever your preferences, however, one thing remains constant — the hospitality that comes from the heart, in authentic Western style. (www.coloradoranch.com)

EYE-OPENER
When you are about to change climates, watch out for the sensitive area around the eyes. And Kinerase offers this advice: Don’t leave home without its Intensive Eye Cream. The cream is formulated with a 25 percent concentration of Kinetin, a powerful natural substance intended to slow down the signs of aging. Carry-on luggage should not include bags. (www.kinerase.com)

FIT FOR THE SWING
Tegna offers women golfers an innovative line of clothing designed to "change the way women look and feel while playing golf." The new collection is created with the season’s vibrant colors of teal, purple, and pink, soft-textured paisley prints, and wrinkle-resistant fabrics. A favorite is the Classic golf shirt with a zip front and tailored hem so you can make the choice — to tuck or not to tuck. (www.tegnagolf.com)