New Destination-Inspired Candles Provide an Instant Vacation

New Destination-Inspired Candles Provide an Instant Vacation
The Destinations Collection features fragrances inspired by top vacation locations from around the world, including Charleston, Bora Bora and Barcelona (available in May).

The Charleston Collection:

Known for its sea breezes, historic plantations, world-class cuisine, charming hotels and renowned Southern hospitality, Charleston is consistently rated tops with travelers the world over. The Charleston Collectionby Colonial Candle features six city-inspired scents, including Rainbow Row, Benne Wafer, Sweet Grass Basket, Battery Park, Cobblestone Walk and Yellow Jasmine. Each Charleston candle label displays an exclusive photograph from local photographer Shannon Rae, along with information about each historic location all packaged in a gift box featuring a clever hidden drawer containing Colonial Candle matches. Suggested retail price is $25 each.

If you're visiting Charleston, visit the mother of all candle stores: the new Colonial Candle boutique. The 103-year-old candle company's first and only retail store features the first place to find new and exclusive products, and uniquely designed fragrance rooms where guests are invited to explore new scents and share their feedback to influence future candle fragrances and products.

The Bora Bora Collection:

Looking for a tropical escape without using vacation time? Colonial's new Bora Bora Collection brings the scent of the exotic, romantic destination to any space. The collection includes four island-inspired fragrances, including Monoi Pearl, Coconut Milk and Lime, Orchid & Violet, and Coral & White Sands. Bora Bora candles are available in 22-ounce ($25 suggested retail), 8-ounce ($15) and 3.5-ounce ($7.50) signature oval jars, as well as oval glass votives ($3).

The Barcelona Collection:

This May, Colonial will introduce the Barcelona Collection, featuring four fragrances inspired by the historic Spanish city. Known for its stunning architecture, international sporting events, high-end fashion, world class entertainment and picturesque beaches, Barcelona makes the “must visit” list of many world travelers. Barcelona scents include Sangria Blanca, Caramel Flan, Spanish Bluebell and La Tomatina.

Travel Products:

Also perfect for those on the go are Colonial's travel products, featuring travel tins ($4) and air fresheners ($3). These portable items, available in 10 signature fragrances, bring the scents of home to wherever a person rests their head.

More information: www.colonialcandle.com