I’m so excited to have joined forces with some amazing bloggers to bring you a truly one-of-a-kind giveaway. Imagine Pacific Ocean breezes, services befitting royalty, and beautiful sunsets along the Santa Barbara coast.
Does that sound like something you’d enjoy? Then read on…
We’re giving away an all-expenses paid trip for two to Bacara!
If you win, you’ll be flown from anywhere in the Continental U.S. to Los Angeles where you’ll be chauffered along the beautiful coastline of California to enjoy a 3-night say at the exotic Bacara Resort & Spa in Santa Barbara. Located along the Gaviota Coast, with spectacular views of the Pacific ocean, your stay at this exclusive resort will undoubtedly give you something to talk about for years to come.
From the moment you arrive at Bacara, you will be given 5-star treatment, including massages for both of you. The 4-diamond spa will open its doors to you every day, throughout your stay, compliments of us! How cool is that?
But that’s not all!
You won’t have to fret even for a moment about making any of these plans yourselves. Along with this fabulous trip, complimentary access to this world-renowned spa, and spa treatments, you will be assigned a personal travel concierge who will make all your travel arrangements, coordinate your spa appointments and make sure every moment of your stay is perfect. Throughout your time in Santa Barbara, your personal travel concierge will only be one call away.
FINE PRINT: Travel must occur between February 2014 and January 2015. Airline and hotel blackout dates may apply.
HOW TO ENTER:
There are just two steps you need to take to enter the giveaway:
Step #1: Click on each image {or name} below to follow each website on Pinterest —>
Step #2: Fill out the form below. And that’s it — you’re entered!
**The “‘Pamper Yourself” 5-Star Weekend Getaway” promotion has ended and the winner has been notified by email. Melanie Allen- you are the winner so check your email!!**
*This promotion is sponsored and administered by the Happy Wives Club and is in no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with Pinterest. We hereby release Pinterest of any liability. NBC Universal, iVillage, Coupons.com Incorporated and all its subsidiaries are not administrators of this promotion and thereby are fully indemnified against any action arising from this promotion. This Giveaway will run for one week starting Tuesday, November 5th at 5:00 AM PST and ending Tuesday, November 12th at midnight PST. Once the giveaway ends, winners will be chosen using Random.org and contacted within 24 hours by email. This post will be updated with the winner’s name once we’ve heard back from them. Winners will need to respond within 48 hours to claim their prize or another winner will be chosen. This “Pamper Yourself” contest is open worldwide, except in Puerto Rico and everywhere else where prohibited by law. Winners must be of full legal age in the jurisdiction in which they live. Airfare is provided solely from within the US (international winners must arrange own travel to a state within the Continental US).
Ashley Coarts says
MUCH, MUCH needed vacation for my husband and I. Have had a very, very hard past few years and have not been on a vacation for a long time.
Rachel says
Can you enter more than one time, like once a day? Or is it one entry per person? Thanks!
Crystal says
It’s one entry per person.
Laurel says
Should we see a confirmation email if our entry went through?
Joy says
Never received an email should I try again?
Leigh says
I never received a confirmation email either. It’s been 24 hours since I entered…?
Crystal says
If you filled out the form and clicked “submit”, you’re entered! Thanks so much for participating and sorry for the confusion earlier on the email confirmation.
Crystal says
No, but if you filled out the form and clicked “submit” you’re entered!
Laurel says
Great! Thank you!!! 🙂
Sarah Paradis says
I joined pinterest and then stopped becasue i’m simply too busy and i would jsut get sucked in for far too long! I enjoy seeing and hearing about other people’s ‘pins’ either by conversation or on facebook (which is my one guilty pleasure i make time for) but i do plan to get back on there eventually; especially around the Holidays! It seems like such a great resource for Moms, parties, kids, clothing, etc. Thanks for the consideration for the vaca- I’m sure it will go to someone deserving!
Crissy says
I entered and followed each link. Unfortunately, now I am getting very inappropriate people and things following me on Pinterest! How do I stop this do I unfollow everyone! Thanks so much!
Crystal says
Hmm, I’m so sorry that you’re having issues… you could disable your account as soon as the giveaway is over. You can also unfollow anyone/board that has something you don’t want in your feed. I’ve not had any issues on Pinterest, so I’m so sorry.
Mary says
I clicked and followed all the pins, but the form isn’t coming up- help please 🙂
Mary says
The form shows for me and I haven’t followed anything on pinterest yet. Try a different browser – might be an add-in issue or java etc…
jen keith says
For those who do not like Pinterest or are unsure of creating an account. I used Pinterest for a long time until they decided to include me in a marketing campaign that included offensive recommendations for viewing. I quickly emailed and told them I did not want those recommendations but with a ‘thank you’ they told me they were going to do it anyway and I haven’t used them since. I am dissappointed to see a contest for ‘Pinterest following’ on this wonderful blog since Pinterest definitely doesn’t benefit everyone.
Crystal says
I’ve never had issues with Pinterest, but I’m so very sorry you did! Thanks for sharing your experiences here. We appreciate you taking the time to comment. While we know that this giveaway isn’t for everyone and is different than our usual giveaways, I felt that it was valuable enough for my readers to participate in it.
We have lots of other fun non-Pinterest giveaways planned for the upcoming weeks, so stay tuned for those!
jen keith says
i hope you never have problems with pinterest, blessings to you.
Jen S says
I might have missed something, but when will the winner be chosen?
Crystal says
Per the fineprint: This Giveaway will run for one week starting Tuesday, November 5th at 5:00 AM PST and ending Tuesday, November 12th at midnight PST. Once the giveaway ends, winners will be chosen using Random.org and contacted within 24 hours by email.
I hope that helps!
Jen S says
Thanks!
Heather says
I haven’t received an email confirmation. Does that mean I didn’t submit
It correctly?
Heather says
Perfect! Thanks!!
Crystal says
If you filled out the form and clicked “submit”, you’re entered!
Emily Huffman says
I Love Pinterest! I was already following a few of the Pinners but love them all. I would Love to go to Bacara with my husband. We’ve been married for almost 8 yrs now and haven’t went out of town/state for more than 1-2 nights without our kids. This would be a great reconnection for us!!
Mandi says
So I just followed all the sites above, but I don’t see any form to fill out to enter. What am I missing?
MSM Team says
You should see a Google form to fill out under “Step #2: Fill out the form below. And that’s it — you’re entered!”
You may need be able to see the form if you’re viewing this post on a mobile device.
Sorry for the trouble.
Mandi says
Nope still don’t see any document under the Step #2. I’m on my desktop, so it’s not the mobile device issue.
Mandi says
Nevermind, it just came up! Yay! Thanks!
Trisha says
This is such a great giveaway! And I like all those pinterest sites.
Joanna says
I can’t get the link to the left of “Somewhat Simple” and the link to the left of “Modge Podge Rocks!” to show up. Would someone please let me know what those are links to? Thank you in advance! 🙂
Kellie says
Followed every single one and im glad I did every one of those boards look so interesting! I cant wait to start seeing their pins show up 🙂 Thank you!
Joy says
Dumb question I’m sure, how do I find my pinterest URL. I keep looking and can’t seem to find it. Thanks
MSM Team says
Your Pinterest URL should look like:
http://www.pinterest.com/%5Byour-pinterest-user-name%5D
Just take the brackets off and substitute your user name. Hope that works for you!
lyss says
Okay, so I don’t have a pinterest account, but have thought about making one. What does it mean to “follow” on pinterest? Do you get their pins in an email, do they show up on your pinterest page, or what? Thanks.
Karen says
I’ve never understood the point of all those pins. Much of social media is totally redundant, imo. I share personal stuff via facebook and use twitter as an announcement vehicle for my blog posts. Between these two platforms my online life is well covered so i don’t see a need for extra self promotion.
I am curious though how and why other people use a plethora of social media!
Crystal says
I LOVE Pinterest and have connected with some amazing people, gotten some fantastic ideas, and also driven a LOT of traffic to my blog through it. If you’re a blogger, I’d definitely recommend checking out Pinterest. It’s a free advertising service just waiting there to help promote your blog traffic.
Read Ruth’s ebook: How to Blog for Profit Without Selling Your Soul — it will tell you exactly how to use Pinterest well and why you should be using it.
That said, if you’re happy with how things are, please don’t feel like you need to join Pinterest. I’ve just reaped so many valuable things from it that I can’t help but recommend it. 🙂
Stephanie says
I agree Crystal, I LOVE Pinterest. Not only for blogging but it’s just a fantastic resource for recipes, crafts, gift ideas. I am amazed at how many creative and talented people there are on this earth 🙂
Crystal says
Yes, yes, yes!
Crystal says
They only show up on your Pinterest page. You can login to check it whenever you’d like.