Here at the Fleur-de-Lys Mansion we pride ourselves in offering some of the value-adds that few hotels offer such as free soft drinks, fresh cookies and snacks, 24-hour coffee and tea, and much more. But like most conscientious innkeepers, we … Continue reading
In the American Family Cookbook put out by the Culinary Arts Institute, they say, “the egg is so versatile that few foods can match it!” Today, I learned about “grading” eggs. U.S. grades refer to interior quality; sizes refer to … Continue reading
Navigating the internet while planning travel is nothing less than daunting these days with Google and other search providers playing a game of bait and switch, doing everything they can to monetize search results. As a small business it is … Continue reading
What does Missouri have in common with Seattle, Tel Aviv, Kyoto, Nassau, and the Maldives? All were listed as “Most Intriguing Travel Destinations for 2019” by the Wall Street Journal last month. To quote the WSJ, “It’s not all pigs … Continue reading
Here at the Fleur-de-Lys Mansion where we love our A/C, have three refrigerators and four freezers, six televisions, and all-night lights inside and out, we know how to burn the kilowatt hours. But soon we plan on switching to solar … Continue reading
Here’s a message from one of our favorite charities. Please pass it on! Well we have great news. Today is the launch of the We Are Playing For Change campaign on Crowdrise! As you know in addition to our music and … Continue reading
Interested in a special night of entertainment followed by a luxurious overnight experience followed by a fantastic and scrumptious breakfast? How about visiting the Grand Center Arts District, home of 16 theaters, 17 museums and galleries, and ten music venues … Continue reading
By popular demand, Flora Borealis has been extended! The nighttime multimedia experience will be open Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays through October 20*. Doors open at 6 p.m. starting September 6. Relax in the Biergarten, stroll the Garden until sundown, and enjoy the milder weather and … Continue reading
Travel writer Tracy Beard was recently our guest and has shared her article in Upscale Living Magazine describing her experience with us and the many attributes of our fair city. Please give it a read and pass it on!
Break out your blankets and lawn chairs—the Whitaker Music Festival continues at the Missouri Botanical Garden just moments from the doorstep of the Fleur-de-Lys Mansion. Pack a picnic and head on over Wednesday evenings for free performances by some of the … Continue reading
