Since becoming a mom two years ago, our so-called anniversary night out, looked more like a family dinner night complete with spit-up and an 8’clock bed-time. Romantic right? Wrongo. This year, though we couldn’t celebrate on our actual anniversary, we wanted to do something special for the occasion. The Grand America Anniversary Package seemed like the perfect choice, even if we were a month late.
I have always dreamt of staying at the Grand, and waking up to their infamous Brunch brekky! I’ve told Ryan each year that is my dream anniversary! We didn’t know their brunch was only on Sundays, so we ended up ordering room service for breakfast, and it did not disappoint. Just gives an excuse to go back, right?
The Eggs Benedict 
Lemon Ricotta Pancakes
After getting settled in our rooms we decided to walk the grounds and just soak it all in. It was all SO beautiful and immaculate! I couldn’t even believe the details that were put in to each and every corner. Ryan touched the wallpaper in the hall and exclaimed “BABE! HAVE YOU FELT THIS WALLPAPER!? IT’S TEXTURED!” Haha we are easy to impress but man, this place is one of a kind and we were picking our jaws up off the floor like…the entire time.
Overall, it was the best anni EVER! I told Ry that the only thing that could top it would be if we spent it in Europe. Maybe if I’m passive aggressive enough he’ll catch on one day, yanno? We raced down the halls like five year olds, had a pillow fight, ate our weight in room service, and slept in til TEN. Let me say that again…SLEPT IN TIL TEN!! Tears you guys. I love Banks, but let’s just say he’s an early riser and ready to rumble at the butt crack of dawn every day. It was so nice to sleep in and enjoy an uninterrupted bubble bath! Quick shout out to my mom for staying over-night with Banks and sleeping on his floor (she’s a sucker and couldn’t let him sleep alone ha ha) You’re the real MVP woman!
Ryan and I are notorious for pillow fights…Like they start out fun but then Ryan takes it too far and usually knocks me to the ground ha ha it’s fine, I’m fine, everything’s fine.
We loved loved loved The Honeymoon & Anniversary package. It includes a stay in the Executive King Suite, VIP amenities (trust me you’ll feel like royalty,) a $100 hotel credit you can use for a variety of services; such as a couple’s massage from the Spa at the Grand, a floral arrangement customized by their in-house florist, or breakfast in bed in the comfort of you room! We obviously chose the food option because duh….Nothing is better than eating food, in a robe, while laying in bed… Am I right!? Also you get to keep the robes and you get a romantic red rose and four hand-crafted chocolate truffles with your package. I just really loved it and lucky for me, Ry said he wants to make this a tradition for us so um, YAY?!
We watched the morning session of the LDS General Conference in our room, and in between sessions we hit up the indoor pool and spa! I did feel a little awko taking these pics since I had an audience HA HA but that’s okay! Name of the game I guess. The pool and hot tub were nice, but let me just say….The four point showers are un-freaking-real! I wasn’t originally going to get my hair wet but then I accidentally turned the wrong knob and got a fire hose spray to the face ha ha but I am so glad I did because my hair was so soft and smooth afterwards! Side note: The shampoo and conditioner is made out of Utah Honey! How cute is that?!
Anyway…The Grand America man, they do everything right. The presentation, the luxury, the details, the food…All of it was worth raving about. I can’t wait to come back for more next year since it’s our new tradition! It was so fun to get some one on one time with my cutest Ryan. It really was so nice to re-connect with him and laugh our butts off stress free. If you’ve always wanted to stay there, I’m here to tell you that it’s 100% worth it. Get out and date your spouse!! Lastly, I can’t end this post without my favorite picture from the whole staycation….Ryan in his natural habitat: a bubble bath.
You’re welcome.
Love you guys,
Safari!
