The World is Now on Sale with the Globus family of brands

Where in the world will you go?

Your next vacation can fulfill more than your dreams of world travel. It can also fit nicely into your budget. Right now, Globus is offering unparalleled journeys across the globe at prices you can afford.

When booking your next Globus vacation, take advantage of these great offers. On a regular basis Globus offers customer discounts on vacations to the world’s top destinations. Please make sure to refer to the terms and conditions for each offers listed.

$200 off per couple on Platinum North America vacations

Book a select 2008 Globus Platinum North America vacation before May 31, 2008 and you will save $200 per couple.
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$200 off per couple on European vacations

Book a 2008 Globus Europe vacation before May 31, 2008, you will save $200 per couple on the air-inclusive price.
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$400 off per couple on Asia vacations

Book a 2008 Globus Asia vacation before May 31, 2008, you will save $400 per couple on the air-inclusive price.
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$400 off per couple on Australia & New Zealand vacations

Book a 2008 Globus Australia & New Zealand vacation before May 31, 2008, you will save $400 per couple on the air-inclusive price.
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$400 off per couple on South America vacations

Book a 2008 Globus South & Central America vacation before May 31, 2008, you will save $400 per couple on the air-inclusive price.
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Two Free Nights on Select 2008 Cosmos North America vacations

Book a select 2008 Cosmos North America vacation and receive two free days when you extend your vacation.
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Standard Offers and Specials provided by Globus

Make the most of your money – discount for young travelers, second vacation discount, triple room reduction and more.
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For more information or to book your next vacation, call the Globus family of brands at 866.254.0705, visit them online at www.globusjourneys.com, or contact your preferred travel agent.

 

About the Globus family of brands

 The world’s leader in first-class escorted travel with almost 80 years of experience providing a variety of travel styles through the following family of brands all available at www.globusjourneys.com:

Cosmos:

The leading value brand in the escorted travel world. Providing enriching experiences for more than 40 years to smart travelers. www.cosmos.com
 

Monograms:

Providing worldwide independent vacations with flexible itineraries and access to a Local Host who will help you feel like a local.  www.monogramstravel.com
 

Avalon:

Avalon sets the standard in river cruising with extraordinary cruises on the newest ships. www.avalonwaterways.com

 

 

Source: Globus  

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One-Week Florence/Tuscany Package for Only $979 in April and May

Think you can’t afford Europe? Think again.

 

TourCrafters, the Italy experts, are offering a mid-week “Florence and the Heart of Tuscany” package from April 1 to May 15 that costs only $979 for round-trip air on Delta from New York, Boston and Chicago; seven nights accommodation, a four-day car rental, daily buffet breakfast, hotel service charges and taxes. To qualify, reservations must be booked by April 15.

The package includes three nights at the 4-star Hotel Roma in an 18th-century palazzo overlooking the Piazza Santa Maria Novella in Florence, the celebrated art center of Italy. Here it is possible to visit the famous Cathedral, Baptistery, Ponte Vecchio and Uffizi Gallery, and shop for shoes, gloves and little gifts in the boutiques of the Via Tornabuoni and the less-expensive stalls of the Mercato Nuovo.

 
Then it’s on to the heart of Tuscany in a rental car, through the green hills and vineyards of Chianti. Four nights at the charming B&B, Canonica di Fungaia, near the beautiful medieval city of Siena, allows time for exploring Siena, the walled village of Monteriggioni, the Etruscan town of Volterra and the picturesque wine towns of Montepulciano and Montalcino, with a visit to the Castello Banfi winery.

The package can be extended to eight nights with different hotels for an additional sum. And air fare add-ons are available from Washington ($20), Philadelphia ($99), Charlotte ($65), Houston, Los Angeles and San Francisco ($240). All prices quoted are per person, double occupancy, are subject to availability and do not include airport taxes of $100 or fuel surcharges of $210. Reservations must be paid for within 72 hours of booking.

For additional information about TourCrafters’ packages, tours and services in Italy, visit www.tourcrafters.com. For reservations, call 800-482-5995.

Source: ETurboNews 

Air France Announces a New Buisiness Class Fare - Up to 50% off Normal Prices

Air France makes flying in Business Class even more affordable with the introduction, today, of a new, year-round Business Class Leisure fare. Amounting to about 50 percent off the normal price, this fare is available to passengers who book their travel 30 days in advance of their departure date.

“We’re happy to make the comfort and luxury of our L’Espace Affaires (Business Class) cabin more accessible to travelers. Passengers can enjoy the extra space and comfort of our lie-flat seats, exceptional culinary choices, an outstanding selection of fine wines, individual entertainment screens and, of course, superior service — all making Air France’s in-flight experience a particularly memorable one” said Air France’s US Vice President and General Manager, Jean-Claude Cros.

Sample one-way fares based on the new Business Class fare* :

From/To        
Washington-Barcelona    $1,681
Chicago-Madrid  $1,880
New York-Milan  $1,893
Boston-Florence $1,984
Detroit-Zurich  $2,255
Philadelphia-Paris      $2,236
Los Angeles-Rome        $2,419
San Francisco-Nice      $2,419

Fares are available for purchase year-round.  For more information about Air France’s Business Leisure Class fares, visit www.airfrance.com/us.  

Terms & Conditions
*Fares shown are one-way based on round-trip purchase and require a 30-day advance purchase. Minimum 7 day stay; maximum 1 month stay. Travel must be on Air France operated or code share flights departing from the U.S. and connecting through Paris-CDG. Fuel surcharge is included in fares. Government-imposed fees and taxes of approximately $80 - $150 are additional, including the September 11th Security Fee of up to $10 per round-trip. Fares are non refundable. Changes are permitted for a $400 fee. Additional conditions may apply. Fares are subject to class of service availability and may be changed or withdrawn without notice.

About Air France
Recently named the “Best Trans-Atlantic Airline” for the third consecutive year by Global Traveler’s Reader Survey, recipient of Aviation Week & Space Technology’s “2006 Commercial Air Transport Laureate,” and named “Airline of the Year for 2005” by Air Transport World and, the Air France KLM group operates more than 2,470 daily flights out of Paris and Amsterdam to 242 destinations in 105 countries. Air France currently operates from 14 U.S. gateways and provides service from 125 U.S. cities through code-share agreements with SkyTeam partners Delta, Continental and Northwest Airlines. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit www.airfrance/us, call Air France Reservations at 1-800-237-2747 or contact your travel professional.

Source: Air France U.S.A 

JetBlue St. Maarten Shake the Blues Getaway -For Travel Through March 31

Winter weather getting you down? Head south with the new Shake the Blues JetBlue Getaways package to St. Maarten—offering a 40 percent savings.

 
Rates from $769.00 Per Person on All-Inclusive Stays Now Through March 31; Offer Follows New, Daily Non-Stop Flights From JFK

White sand Caribbean beaches and big savings at St. Maarten’s top resorts make low-fare, high-value carrier JetBlue Airways’ latest offer a winning combination. Complementing the airline’s recent debut of non-stop service from New York’s John F. Kennedy airport, one of JetBlue Getaways’ vacation packages to St. Maarten offers travelers 40 percent savings on all-inclusive rates at Sonesta Maho Beach Resort & Casino. 

The new Shake the Blues JetBlue Getaways package begins at $769.00 (a) per person for a three-night stay on the resort’s all-inclusive plan. This package is valid for stays now through March 31, 2008, and the vacation must be booked by March 30. Prices do not include airline taxes and fees of $94.15. Offer available for select cities. The all-inclusive plan includes daily buffet breakfast, lunch, dinner, à la carte meals at Palms Grill Restaurant & Bar, unlimited alcoholic and non-alcohol drinks, non-motorized water sports, a complimentary $20 USD match play coupon daily per room for casino play and all hotel taxes and gratuities.

Bring your appetite for life at St. Maarten’s Sonesta properties.  Sonesta Maho Beach Resort & Casino in Dutch St. Maarten’s southwest shore is a “destination within a destination.” The 10-acre, 537-room beachfront property features a casino, nightclub, spa, promenade of shops and eateries, beach and more.  www.sonesta.com/mahobeach.

JetBlue Getaways customers book discounted vacation packages including airfare, hotel, airport transfers and/or various activities at one time, saving valuable time and money.  Customers can book a JetBlue Getaways vacation package to St. Maarten at www.jetblue.com or through the JetBlue Getaways desk by calling 1-800-JETBLUE (538-2583), option 3.     

JetBlue’s direct flights from New York City’s John F. Kennedy International Airport to St. Maarten’s Princess Juliana Airport debuted on January 17, 2008.  Service between 11 additional JetBlue destinations and St. Maarten is also available with easy and convenient connections at JFK, including: Boston; Las Vegas; and Washington, D.C./Dulles. 

New York-based JetBlue Airways has created a new airline category based on value, service and style. Known for its award-winning service and free TV as much as its low fares, JetBlue is now pleased to offer customers the most legroom throughout coach (based on average fleet-wide seat pitch for U.S. airlines).  JetBlue introduced complimentary in-flight e-mail and instant messaging services on aircraft “BetaBlue,” a first among U.S. domestic airlines. JetBlue is also America’s first and only airline to offer its own Customer Bill of Rights, with meaningful and specific compensation for customers inconvenienced by service disruptions within JetBlue’s control. Visit www.jetblue.com/promise  for details. JetBlue serves 53 cities with 550 daily flights. With JetBlue, all seats are assigned, all travel is ticketless, all fares are one-way, and an overnight stay is never required. For information or reservations call 1-800-JETBLUE (1-800-538-2583) or visit www.jetblue.com.


*Price is per person based on 3 nights at Sonesta Maho Beach Resort & Casino. Package must be booked by March 31, 2008 for travel/stay between February 11 and March 31, 2008.  Packages are subject to availability.  Advertised packages are based on double occupancy. Packages are capacity controlled and may not be available on every date or all flights and may be restricted to certain hotel room categories.

Source: Andria Mitsakos Public Relations 

Belize’s Inn at Robert’s Grove Offers Affordable Summer Vacation Packages with “One Night Free”

Seeking a summer vacation that is off the beaten path – that provides as much relaxation as you could want combined with as much adventure as you can handle? Check out these“one night free” summer packages offered by Belize’s premier beach resort, The Inn at Robert’s Grove.

 

 
Available from June 1 to November 30, 2008, each of the following packages includes round-trip airfare within Belize, land transfers, luxury air-conditioned accommodations featuring cable TV, telephone, internet access, private terrace, three meals daily at the Inn’s gourmet Seaside Restaurant and complimentary use of the Inn’s three pools, Jacuzzis, tennis court, gym, canoes, kayaks, windsurfers, peddle boats, sailboats, hobie cats and bicycles.
 
The 2008 Summer Adventure Package is 7nights/8 days and includes a full day snorkeling trip off of Belize’s Barrier Reef, the second largest in the world; an excursion to the ancient Maya ruins of Lubaantun and cave swimming on the Blue Creek; a visit to the Cockscomb Jaguar Preserve to view exotic flora and fauna, swim under a waterfall and go river, tubing; and a full-day guided Monkey River float and trail walk.  The cost of the package is $1,717 US per person.
 
2008 Summer Beach Odyssey is designed for those who would prefer a vacation that is a little less adventurous and more relaxing.  This package includes two soft adventure excursions — a full-day snorkel trip and a Monkey River float and guided trail walk.  The Beach Odyssey packages range from 5 nights/6 days at $1,148 US per person to a 12-night/13-day escape for $2,486 US per person.
 
2008 Summer Dive Odyssey is an ideal opportunity to experience diving off Belize’s Barrier Reef with the Inn’s PADI Dive Center, the top dive shop in southern Belize. The Dive Odyssey offers 4-night/5-day or 7-night/8-day packages that range from All-Dive, Snorkel & Dive and Eco-Dive packages. Prices range from $1,155 US to $2,003 US per person, depending on length of stay and type of dive package chosen. The Placencia area is has over 20 named dive sites right off the coast that teem with marine life,  underwater gardens and coral formations.   Nitrox diving is also now offered at the resort.
 
About The Inn at Robert’s Grove
Owned by New York natives Risa and Robert Frackman, the 52-room Inn in Placencia, Southern Belize, has  impressive distinctions: the most modern, well-equipped and best staffed PADI dive center in the area, complete with 48’ PRO dive boat for daily two-tank dives (and Nitrox Diving) and diving for whale sharks (during Whale Shark Season, April through June); two private islands for “Swept Away” get-away-from-it-all-vacations or day outings, and a sport fishing center with new 23’ skiffs,  licensed guides and instruction and a chance for a “grand slam.”  All of the tours are resort operated so it’s possible to book in late afternoon for the following morning’s outing.
 
On 22 acres with its own marina, the Inn offers beautifully appointed hacienda style accommodations, all beachfront or beach view. Rooms and suites are spacious and feature air conditioning, ceiling fans, telephones, cable TV, private baths and terraces and rooftop Jacuzzis.   Other resort facilities include two restaurants, three 50-foot freshwater swimming pools, guest Internet and computer center, and Sea Spa.                                   
     
On the southern peninsula of Belize, Placencia is reached by an under two hour flight from Miami, Dallas, and Houston, or 4 ½ hours from metro New York to Belize City followed by a 35 minute commuter flight.
       
For additional information about The Inn at Robert’s Grove, its packages and, accommodations or to request brochures and make reservations, call 1-800-565-9757, E-mail info@robertsgrove.com or access their website at www.robertsgrove.com.

 
About Placencia, Belize
Straddling a sandy, palm forested bit of land at the tip of an 18-mile-long sandy strip is Placencia Village, a charming Creole village that, with its sister village of Seine Bight, inhabited primarily by the Garifuna (Carib Africans), comprises the Placencia Peninsula. Here, where the jungle spills out to the sea and where these two fascinating cultures come together are the most beautiful beaches to be found in Belize. On one side of the peninsula sits the beautiful Caribbean Sea with the world’s second largest barrier reef, and on the other side, Placencia Lagoon, a placid waterway harboring abundant marine life. This is the idyllic setting for the Inn at Robert’s Grove.

SOURCE: iConnect PR 

Double the Winter Thaw: Sonesta St. Maarten Resorts Gives Guests An Added Bonus

It’s not too late to plan a winter escape to the sunny Caribbean. Sonesta St. Maarten offers savings of 20% for travel now through April 15, 2008.

 

~Deal Valid Through April 15 on Four-Night Stays~

It has never been easier to get out of the cold this season with Sonesta St. Maarten’s Double the Winter Thaw promotion. Sonesta Maho Beach Resort & Casino and Sonesta Great Bay Beach Resort & Casino gives winter warmth for two: guests booking an all-inclusive plan at either of the resorts for four nights or more can bring a guest for free.  Offer is valid now through April 15, 2008.

Double the Winter Thaw offers travelers a savings of 20%. Room rates startat $180 per room, per night and guests can add on the resort’s all-inclusive plan for just an additional $75 per person, per night for travel now through April 15, 2008 – then they get the second person’s all-inclusive plan for free.

The all-inclusive plan includes daily buffet breakfast, lunch, dinner, à la carte meals at Palms Grill Restaurant & Bar (Sonesta Maho), unlimited alcoholic and non-alcohol drinks, non-motorized water sports, a complimentary $20 USD match play coupon daily per room for casino play and all taxes and gratuities. To make a reservation, call 1-800-223-0757 or visit www.sonesta.com/stmaarten. Promotions are also available for room only rates.

About Sonesta Maho Beach Resort & Casino:

The Sonesta Maho Beach Resort & Casino in Dutch St. Maarten is a “destination within a destination,” offering exciting nightlife and a variety of accommodations and first-rate amenities. The 10-acre, 537-room beachfront property is located on the island’s southwest shore and features a casino and adjacent showroom, Theatre Royale; two outdoor pools and beach; three restaurants; a promenade of 40 boutiques and restaurants; four tennis courts; the world-class Good Life Spa, fitness center and over 25,000 square feet of meeting space. Visit www.sonesta.com/MahoBeach for more information
or call 1-800-223-0757.

About Sonesta Great Bay Beach Resort & Casino:

A serene Caribbean haven, the 257-room Sonesta Great Bay Beach Resort & Casino is located on St. Maarten’s one mile stretch of pristine white sand near the vibrant capital of Philipsburg. This four-star property gleams from a $12 million renovation, offering three swimming pools, three restaurants, four bars, the Golden Casino and the Vitality Oasis health club and spa. Adding to the excitement and amenities are a host of water sports, tours and excursions, tennis, internet service, meeting rooms and live nightly entertainment. For reservations and/or group sales enquiries: Call 1-800-223-0757 or visit www.sonesta.com/greatbay.

SOURCE: Sonesta Hotels, Resorts & Nile Cruises
 

Fantastic Savings on Safari in South Africa from The Mantis Collection

“MANTIS MADNESS”*

Fantastic Savings on Safari in South Africa

 
The Mantis Collection, a group of luxury private game reserves and boutique accommodation in South Africa offers great savings with “Mantis Madness.”  This package, available from May 1, 2008 until September 30, 2008, gives you a bonanza of choices, including two nights at a five star Game Lodge and three nights at a boutique hotel or retreat — with lots of extras!

With the purchase of two nights accommodation at a Mantis Collection Game Reserve, including Shamwari Game Reserve, Jock Safari Lodge and Sanbona Wildlife Reserve, three additional nights will be included (with breakfast), at any one of the following eight luxury establishments.  The Last Word Retreats; charming boutique retreats in and around Cape Town made up of The Constantia, The Franschhoek, The Bishops Court, and The St. James; Lake Pleasant Living in Knysna, Bushman Sands Hotel & Golf Course in the Eastern Cape, and the Table Bay Hotel in Cape Town.  Drinks are included at The Last Word Retreats.

The rate for this five-night package is $940 per person if the choice is Shamwari or Jock Safari Lodge and $880 per person if the choice is Sanbona.

Shamwari, in the malaria-free Eastern Cape, is set on 25,000 hectares within five eco-systems, supporting many forms of plant, animal and bird life.  The Reserve has been recognized by the World Travel Awards for ten consecutive years as The World’s Leading Conservation Company and The World’s Leading Safari Company.  Sanbona features two game lodges and 54,000 hectares of land with 6,500 plant species, 150 bird species and a wide variety of game, including the “Big Five.”  Jock Safari Lodge, set within the Kruger National Park, offers game drives within the Park and the best possible insight into African wildlife.

The Constantia is a five star boutique hotel situated in the Cape’s most beautiful wine valley. The Franschhoek , also a five star boutique hotel is situated right in the heart of the gourmet capital of South Africa; The Bishop’s Court, is an elegant hotel that offers spectacular mountain views; and the St James, a five star seaside retreat overlooks the trendy and vibrant fishing village of Kalk Bay.

Located on South Africa’s spectacular Garden Route, Lake Pleasant Living offers self-contained one and two bedroom suites with kitchenette and lounge. There is a Spa, vanishing-edge swimming pool and a myriad of nearby activities.  The luxurious Table Bay Hotel, one of the finest hotels in Cape Town, is set on the exciting Victoria and Alfred Waterfront of Cape Town, central to all the attractions of the city.

To view the Mantis Collection properties visit www.mantiscollection.com

Reservations for Mantis Madness may be made online at  www.mantiscollection.com or by e-mail reservations@mantiscollection.com

*Mantis Madness is available at the following Shamwari Game Reserve lodges at the rate quoted above:  Riverdene, Long Lee Manner and Bushmans River lodge
 
*Rates are based on the exchange rate between the US dollar and the South African Rand as of 02/07/08
 
* Rates based on double occupancy                                                                

SOURCE: Montgomery Communications 

Winter Park Resort Introduces Signficant Savings On February And March Packages

Colorado’s Winter Park Resort Introduces Signficant Savings On February And March Packages

 

Choose From A Wide Choice of Activities Including Mogul Clinics and Women’s Only Clinics for Skiing and Riding

 
Reinforcing its commitment to provide a wide variety of experiences at solid values, Winter Park Resort is offering a selection of packages at significant savings for this February and March. Packages include:

SAVE 15% ON NEWEST SLOPESIDE LODGING, $69 - Located at the entrance to Winter Park Resort. Price is based on double occupancy, and may vary based on arrival date, unit type, and availability. 800.979.0332 

MARCH 1 - MARY JANE BUMP JAMBOREE #5- For skiers interested in improving their skills in a one-day setting with Winter Park’s top female coaches, the mid-season clinic includes a skill analysis, in addition to instruction on style and technique. Day includes lunch at Mary Jane Mountain. All skiers must be comfortable on blue terrain. Skiers only. Cost: $89. 970-726-1564 

MARCH 7-9 - BOB’S THREE-DAY MOGUL CAMP- For skiers interested in improving their skills in a one-day setting with Winter Park’s top female coaches, the mid-season clinic includes a skill analysis, in addition to instruction on style and technique. Day includes lunch at Mary Jane Mountain. All skiers must be comfortable on blue terrain. Skiers only. Cost: $89. 970-726-1564

MARCH 29-30, 2008, BURTON LEARN TO RIDE WOMEN’S CAMP - Winter Park Resort and Burton have teamed up for two intensive days of classes, six hours of coaching and video analysis. Includes equipment. Cost: $185. 970-726-1564
 
About Winter Park Resort:
Winter Park Resort averages 28 feet per year, a distinction that remains unchallenged in its 69 years of history.  While close to Denver, Winter Park Resort remains a world away thanks in part to its unique location amidst the Fraser Valley and Continental Divide.  Mary Jane Mountain is fiercely admired for its wild bumps, glades, and steep pitches.  To learn more about Winter Park Resort’s winter events, daily activities and vacation packages visit www.winterparkresort.com.

Source: Winter Park Resort

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Kids Fly Free To Tahiti On Air Tahiti Nui

Kids Fly Free To Tahiti On Air Tahiti Nui

With Two Paying Adults, Two Children Fly Free From NY;

One Child Flies Free From LA

Families looking for a fun, economical and exotic getaway this winter need not look any further as Air Tahiti Nui just announced free air for kids 11 and younger on New York and Los Angeles flights through May 31, and November 1 to December 10, 2008.  Two paying adults receive two free child tickets* on flights from JFK, and one free child ticket on flights from LAX.  Moana (economy) class air for mom and dad starts from $1,423 per person from New York and $1,161 per person from Los Angeles.  All tickets must be booked by May 1.

On Air Tahiti Nui, kids are kept busy with personal in-flight entertainment systems featuring cool interactive games and six new release movies, while parents relax with the hospitable services of an award-winning cabin crew.

Once in French Polynesia, families can share the calm beauty and tranquility of Tahiti and Her Islands together.  Breathtaking views of jagged mountains in the distance and the ocean’s many shades of blue will astound young eyes, while jet skiing and snorkel trips will bring kids within petting distance of friendly stingrays and hundreds of colorful fish.  Adventurous 4x4 Jeep expeditions into lush island interiors will thrill all with bumpy, muddy rides, and hiking excursions with a naturalist guide are both fun and educational as children learn about Tahiti’s unique flora and fauna and the history of its ancient marae temples.

Families can also enjoy a private picnic on a motu together, go deep-sea fishing and catch their dinner, take a glass bottom boat ride and experience Tahitian culture with festive Polynesian music and dance shows.

Family Packages

Families can reap additional savings by booking specially tailored packages by May 1, which include free meals and activities for children.

Tahiti Legends’ six-day “Moorea Family Special” for two adults and two children (up to age 11) features four roundtrip economy class tickets on Air Tahiti Nui from New York, five nights at the InterContinental Moorea Resort in a Garden Suite Bungalow, inter-island ferry transfers, free kid’s menu meals throughout the stay, and a free dolphin encounter program for two kids.  Priced from $5,400 ($4,170 from LA), the package for four costs just $225 per person per day for travel now through May 31.

Another carefree six-day vacation choice is Swain Tahiti Tours’ “Family Getaway to Tahiti.”  The package for two adults and two children (up to age 11) includes four roundtrip economy class tickets on Air Tahiti Nui from New York, five nights at Moorea’s Hotel Les Tipaniers in a Standard Bungalow, a half-day Moorea circle island tour with Belvedere Lookout, and airport transfers.  Priced from $4,985, the package for four costs just $207 per person per day for travel now through May 31 and November 1 to December 10.  Departures from Los Angeles start at $5,475 and include an overnight stay in Papeete.

For more information on these and additional family packages, or to book, visit www.airtahitinui-usa.com or call (877) 824-4846.

*Free tickets for kids are exempt from fuel surcharges but not taxes.

About AIR TAHITI NUI

Air Tahiti Nui, the leading carrier to French Polynesia, has headquarters in Papeete and operates from Faa’a International Airport on the island of Tahiti.  The company was founded in 1996 and commenced flight operations in 1998. Air Tahiti Nui won the Skytrax 2007 World Airline Awards for “Best Airline” and “Best Cabin Staff”.  Global Traveler’s “Best of 2005” reader poll ranked Air Tahiti Nui the number two “Best Airline in the South Pacific, Australia, and New Zealand,” and sixth for “Best Onboard Service” in the worldwide category.

For information on schedules and fares call toll-free 1-877-824-4846, or visit your local travel agent, or Air Tahiti Nui online at www.airtahitinui-usa.com.

Source: Spring O’Brien & Co.

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Ireland on Sale: Fares From *$199 at Aer Lingus

Ireland On Sale at Aer Lingus

Fares Through August 08’ from $199*

Book by February 20, 2008

 

Latest low fares

Boston to Dublin $209* 01 Feb 2008 - 29 Feb 2008

Boston to Shannon $209* 01 Feb 2008 - 29 Feb 2008

Chicago/OHare to Dublin $206* 01 Feb 2008 - 29 Feb 2008

Chicago/OHare to Shannon $206* 01 Feb 2008 - 29 Feb 2008

Los Angeles to Dublin $265* 01 Feb 2008 - 29 Feb 2008

Los Angeles to Shannon $265* 01 Feb 2008 - 29 Feb 2008

Book Now at aerlingus.com 

 

* One-way fares excl. taxes & fees of up to $55 eastbound and $95 westbound and $2.50 September 11th Security Fee for each enplanement at a U.S. airport. Fares not available on every flight.

Source: Aer Lingus 

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AIR FRANCE OFFERS “WINTER ESCAPE” SALE

Air France announces its “Winter Escape” sale offering passengers amazing travel deals from its U.S. gateways: Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Detroit, Houston, Los Angeles, Miami, Newark, New York, Philadelphia, San Francisco, Seattle and Washington, D.C., to a multitude of popular destinations in Europe.

Fares are valid in economy class and must be purchased by January 31, 2008 for travel from January 29, 2008 to March 23, 2008. Fares are available for purchase by visiting our website, www.airfrance.com/us, calling Air France Reservations at 1-800-237-2747 or by contacting your travel professional.

Sample one-way fares based on round-trip purchase:

FROM    TO      ONE-WAY  FARE*
New York        Madrid  $198   
Boston  Barcelona       $208   
Miami   Zurich  $217   
Philadelphia    Rome    $255   
New York        Paris   $257   
Los Angeles     Madrid  $258   
Chicago Venice  $310   
Washington      Paris   $339   

Terms and Conditions
*Fares are valid for departures from 1/29/08 through 3/23/08. Tickets must be purchased by 1/31/08, 11:59PM EDT, and require a 7 day advance purchase. Valid for Mon -Thurs. departures. Fri - Sun travel is an additional $40 each way. A minimum Saturday night stay is required and a maximum one-month stay is permitted. Travel must be on Air France-coded flights departing from the U.S. Fuel surcharge is included in fares. Government-imposed fees and taxes of approximately $140 are additional, including the September 11th Security Fee of up to $10 per round-trip. Fares are non-refundable and changes are permitted with a $200 fee. Additional conditions may apply. Fares are subject to class of service availability and may be changed or withdrawn without notice. ©  Air France 2008.


About Air France
Recently named the “Best-Trans Atlantic Airline” for the third consecutive year by Global Traveler’s Reader Survey, recipient of Aviation Week & Space Technology’s “2006 Commercial Air Transport Laureate,” and named “Airline of the Year for 2005” by Air Transport World, the Air France KLM group operates  more than 2,470 daily flights out of Paris and Amsterdam to 242 destinations in  105 countries. Air France currently operates from 14 U.S. gateways and provides  service from 125 U.S. cities through code-share agreements with SkyTeam partners  Delta, Continental and Northwest Airlines. For more information or to purchase  tickets, visit our website,  www.airfrance.com/us, call Air  France Reservations at 1-800-237-2747 or contact your travel  professional.

SOURCE: Air France, USA 

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Santa Fe: Southwest Savings for Winter Getaways

Crisp sunny days, snow-covered Rocky Mountain peaks, and the best deals of the year make Santa Fe an inspired choice for value-conscious travelers or those looking for some sophisticated winter relaxation. From ski packages to spa savings to free nights, Santa Fe’s lodgers have put together their best rates and offers of the year for this winter.

All of Santa Fe’s romance and charm, endless art, shopping, bountiful dining, and historic attractions give this nearly 400 year old town a special appeal, whatever the season. For those in the know, winter is the time for extra savings on a Santa Fe get away.

La Posada de Santa Fe Resort & Spa - A RockResort, invites travelers to enjoy world-class skiing, a rejuvenating spa experience, and the classic comfort food s’mores with their “Ski, Spa & S’more” package, available through April 15, 2008. Package includes:

Two nights accommodations
Two full-day lift tickets each day at Ski Santa Fe
One 60-minute massage per person
A welcome amenity of hot cocoa & s’mores kit
Daily breakfast for two at Fuego restaurant
Rates start at $238 per person, per night, based on double occupancy. Resort fee and parking are included. Subject to availability and blackout dates apply. Taxes and gratuities not included. www.rockresorts.com 866-331-ROCK (7625).

The Inn on the Alameda, to honor its 22 years as one of the premier small hotels in Santa Fe, the “City Different,” is offering an astonishing rate that should not be missed. Guests who stay at the Inn for three consecutive nights for select dates between now and Wednesday, February 27, 2008, will pay just $22 for the third night. The “Twenty-Two – It’s True!” package includes:

Three nights welcoming accommodations in a variety of room-types
A lavish continental breakfast served daily
Daily afternoon wine and cheese reception
Complimentary parking
All day coffee service
Free Wi-Fi access in public areas
Also, to celebrate Leap Year 2008, the Inn is tossing out the rate for a date that only occurs once every four years! Guests who stay at the Inn for a minimum of three (3) consecutive nights between Wednesday, February 27, 2008 and Monday, March 3, 2008, will pay nothing for Friday, February 29th! To book this special package, guests must stay a minimum of three nights, which must include Friday, February 29, 2008. The stay must be paid in full at the time the reservation is made. Room rates are nightly rates for single or double occupancy and are not available for groups reserving five rooms or more. There is a $15 per person charge for each additional person after two in a room or suite. Children under the age of 16 stay free in same room with parents. Rates do not include applicable state and local taxes and are subject to availability. This special rate does not apply to existing packages and cannot be combined with other offers. Please call 888-984-2121 to reserve, as this special is NOT available to book on-line. Cancellation must be made at least (72) hours (3 days) prior to the arrival date to receive a deposit refund. www.inn-alameda.com/

The Santa Fe Sage Inn is offering two winter specials: The “Winter Warmth Upgrade Special” provides guests with one of the Inn’s newly renovated Superior Rooms at the Standard price. Featuring two queen-sized beds or one king-sized bed, these bright and cheerful rooms decorated in true Southwestern style will take the chill off of any winter day. The special rate of only $55 plus tax per night includes a deluxe continental breakfast, high-speed wireless internet, and complimentary on-site parking. The “Let it Snow! Ski Package” includes three nights’ lodging in our Superior guest rooms, a two-day lift ticket to Ski Santa Fe, and a collection of special amenities to enhance your fun in the snow. Pricing starts at only $191 per person, based on double occupancy. Call toll-free 866-433-0335 for reservations. www.santafesageinn.com

The Hilton Santa Fe Historic Plaza’s “Ski Santa Fe Package” lets guests ski the Sangre de Cristo Mountains at Ski Santa Fe during the day and enjoy the relaxing nightlife in Santa Fe when the day is done. From now until March 23, 2008. Located just 16-miles from historic Santa Fe, Ski Santa Fe offers skiers and snowboarders of all levels a great day on the slopes. The package includes:

Two nights of accommodations for two in a king or two double bed guestroom
Two Adult (ages 21 to 61) full, one day lift tickets for Ski Santa Fe
Hilton’s Healthy Choice Buffet for two each morning
Four complimentary beverage coupons to be redeemed in the El Canon Coffee & Wine Bar
Complimentary overnight parking during your stay
Other amenities to make a get-away truly special:

Pinon Grill, award winning restaurant offering the finest choice of beef, poultry and Seafood
El Canon Coffee and Wine Bar
Complimentary USA Today (Monday - Friday)
Outdoor spa and indoor fitness facility
The hotel is located two blocks from the historic Plaza, offering renowned shopping, dining, museums, art galleries and entertainment. Rates start at $540.00 per package inclusive of all taxes. Two night minimum - two night maximum package, to reserve additional nights only by calling the hotel at (800) 336-3676 to make special arrangements or alternations to the above package. http://www.hiltonofsantafe.com

The Eldorado Hotel & Spa offers those setting a New Year’s resolution to travel and explore more, a good reason to jumpstart new goals with a Santa Fe getaway from $139 per night, valid now through January 31, 2008*. Whether it’s hitting the slopes at Ski Santa Fe, taking advantage of post-holiday sales, or enjoying a cultural theatre performance guests will have plenty to keep them busy during their trip.

Santa Fe’s premier AAA four-diamond luxury hotel, the Eldorado Hotel & Spa is located next to the historic Santa Fe Plaza. All 219 lavish and newly renovated, non-smoking guestrooms boast 32” flat-screen HD-compatible televisions, terry-cloth bathrobes; a hairdryer; a workstation with task light, a cordless phone with voicemail and high-speed internet access; overstuffed lounging furniture paired with a reading lamp and tables; a refrigerated mini-honor bar, and optional turndown service. The Eldorado Court & Lounge offers a casual and comfortable environment for breakfast and lunch and is a perfect spot for evening drinks and entertainment. The hotel also features a rooftop pool and whirlpool, and a business center. The 4,300 square foot posh Nidah Spa features seven treatment rooms and offers a bevy of relaxing and rejuvenating treatments which use ingredients that are prepared fresh daily and draw from the natural healing properties of plants, legumes and herbs indigenous to New Mexico. For reservations please visit www.eldoradohotel.com or call 800-955-4455. *Based on availability, double occupancy and does not include tax or service charge. http://www.eldoradohotel.com/

La Fonda offers the perfect Santa Fe get away„ the “Two for Two” special winter package. Included are two nights lodging for two people and a complimentary dinner for two at La Plazuela Restaurant. This package runs through March 31, 2008. The price is $529 - $679 plus tax. Reservations are required in advance, based on availability. For information and/or reservations, call 1-800-523-5002; fax 505-954-3599; http://www.lafondasantafe.com/

Sunrise Springs Resort Spa invites you to recover from the hustle of the holiday season with a relaxing winter retreat. Enjoy special pricing on a 5 night visit by staying 4 nights and getting 1 night free. Find tranquility and focus with walks on our 70 acres, filled with spring-fed ponds and organic gardens. Experience leisure and relaxation at its best with add-ons such as pampering spa treatments and restorative classes in Yoga and Tai Chi. Deepen creativity in the Pottery studio with classes in handbuilding, Raku, Chinese Brushwork, and the traditional Japanese Tea Ceremony.

Choose from an elegant Garden View Room or private Casita
Enjoy daily continental breakfast at the Blue Heron Restaurant
Full use of the resort including outdoor hot tubs and cedar sauna
10% discount on Spa Samadhi services (excluding packages and specials) and at the Blue Heron Restaurant
Includes free newspaper, WiFi, bottled water, local calls, parking
Call 800-955-0028 to customize your stay. Custom activities are additional and not part of the package.
* Rates and Restrictions: Offer good through April 15, 2008. Blackout dates and restrictions may apply. Taxes, restaurant gratuities and spa gratuities are not included; no refunds on any portion of the package will be given. Garden Rooms: $165 per night, last night free. Casitas: $205 per night, last night free. http://www.sunrisesprings.com/

Bishop’s Lodge Ranch Resort & Spa offers a special 3-night, 2-day ski pass package for two adults. Package rates are $199 per night for a traditional room, $259 per night for a deluxe room, and $299 per night for a ridge room. This package is based on availability, and available for three nights or multiples of three. With a three-night stay guests receive two adult two-day lift tickets to Ski Santa Fe (not valid at any other ski area.) Bishop’s Lodge Ranch Resort & Spa is just 25 minutes from the Santa Fe Ski Area. Fresh powder, blue skies, and warm sun are typical on the New Mexico ski slopes. The high altitude and dry air make for ideal ski conditions, mid-winter into spring. Other on-site resort activities include:

Horseback riding in the woods of the Tesuque Valley ($55 per person per hour for a private guided ride).
Skeet and trap shooting on the scenic Mesa Vista. Group and individual instruction are available for beginners, $35 per round (25 shots), 4-round minimum per session.
Hiking the trails. There are four main trails on the property and miles more on the adjacent Santa Fe National Forest.
Relaxing in the spa. Singles and couples’ massages are available at the full service, award-winning SháNah Spa and Wellness Center. Guests can also soak in the outdoor hot tub or take a fitness class. (Massages range from $105 to $125 per person.)
Watch the sun set over a gourmet dinner (entrees $28-$38). In addition to sumptuous culinary creations, Las Fuentes Restaurant & Bar has a cozy fireplace and spectacular mountain views.
To make a resort or spa reservation, call 800-732-2240 or visit www.bishopslodge.com.

Park Inn & Suites, located minutes away from the historic Santa Fe Plaza, provides a unique concept of Southwestern comfort. Get more for your money with the “Beat The Winter Blues” rate of $59.00 + tax, based on double occupancy. Please call (505) 471-3000 and ask for this special rate, effective through March 31, 2008. www.parkinn.com/santafenm

The Inn and Spa at Loretto invites guests to relax, refresh, and rejuvenate by indulging in authentic Santa Fe spa treatments with the Spa Indulgence Package. It begins with overnight accommodations in a luxurious guestrooms with a balcony or terrace overlooking the natural beauty of Santa Fe. Melt any remaining bit of tension with a $200 daily credit to the Spa and enjoy a very special amenity package which includes robes, slippers, and a beautiful gift box filled with scented body butter, soap and a scented soy candle. Relax with one of the many specialized treatments designed to pamper from head to toe.

This package is priced from $649 per night. Call 1-800-727-5531 to book and ask for the Spa Indulgence Package. www.innatloretto.com

Hotel Santa Fe has two packages for the winter traveler. The Romance Package includes room accommodations, fresh flowers, welcome basket, filled with strawberries, wedding cookies, mineral waters or champagne, a one-hour massage for two, and full breakfast. A two night minimum stay is required and prices range and start at $255.00 based on double occupancy and room type. The Ski Package includes accommodations, Ski Santa Fe lift ticket, and full breakfast. Prices range and start at $221.00 based on double occupancy and room type. Call 800-825-9876 for reservations or book online, http://www.hotelsantafe.com

Inn of the Governors is providing winter discounts for travelers whether it is to ski, re-kindle a romance, or simply experience Santa Fe’s azure winter skies. Rates vary from $99 to $199 for Traditional Rooms. Contact the inn for reservations at 800-234-4534 or online at www.innofthegovernors.com

These are not all of the savings opportunities available this winter but a representative sample of ways to save on a Santa Fe vacation. To find out everything that is going on in town and for a free 2008 Santa Fe Visitors Guide, go to www.santafe.org or contact the Santa Fe Convention & Visitors Bureau, 800-777-2489.

SOURCE:  LOCAS Communications

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Jump Start 2008 And Save With a ReNew Year Package at Red Mountain Spa

Jump Start that New Year’s resolution …

 

…with the ReNew Year Special at Red Mountain Spa with Complimentary $100 Resort Credit*

 

01/01/2008 - 02/29/2008

 

4 Days/3 Nights from $259*per person, per night, double occupancy

 

Package Includes:

COMPLIMENTARY $100 resort Credit+
Stylish Deluxe Accommodations
Healthy Gourmet Cuisine - Three Meals Daily
Complimentary Bike Rental
Complimentary In-Room High Speed Internet Service
Daily Guided Morning Hikes, Awareness Walks and Tai Chi on the Rocks
Unlimited Fitness Classes including Yoga, Pilates, Chi Ball, Boot Camp and more
Cooking Demonstrations & Nutrition Classes
Healthy Living Classes & Events
Full Use of Resort Facilities including: Indoor and Seasonal Outdoor Pools, Whirlpools, Walking Trails, Strength Training and Cybex Cardio Equipment
Spa & Salon Services, Golf, Outdoor Adventure Trips, and Health & Fitness Services can be added to any package for an additional fee.
Teens age 12-17 can be added to this package at a reduced rate.

*3-night minimum required. Rate is quoted per person, per night based upon double occupancy and subject to availability. Villa suites and single occupancy available at higher rate. High season, weekends and holidays may be higher. Valid 01/01/0/ thru 02/29/08.
+ Limit one $100 resort credit per guest, per stay, redeemable for spa services, fee based outdoor recreational activities and health and fitness services. Some restrictions may apply.

For reservations and information call 877-246-HIKE or visit www.redmountainspa.com.

Book On-Line SAVE 5%

About Red Mountain Spa

Red Mountain Spa (www.redmountainspa.com), nestled in the red rock bluffs of Snow Canyon State Park in Southwest Utah and a picturesque two-hour drive from Las Vegas, is an extraordinary fitness and health destination featuring outdoor adventure, luxurious pampering and the most extensive hiking program in the Southwest. Highlights include the Sagestone Spa & Salon offering more than 50 treatments and services, many incorporating indigenous ingredients. Specializing in outdoor adventure fitness programs for all levels, Red Mountain Spa has been honored as one of the Top Spas by Condé Nast Traveler, Allure magazine and Forbes.com; named a Top Five Destination Spa by Women’s Health Magazine…as seen on NBC’s TODAY     Show; and designated a Top Detox Spa by USA Today, About.com and Healing Lifestyles. 

SOURCE: Red Mountain Spa 

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Save up to $600 on Ski & Snowboard Vacations

Ski and snowboarders can create the ultimate vacation experience while saving up to $600 on their vacation package. Through February 14, 2008, vacationers will save on every element of their vacation by combining five great offers.

To start, vacationers will save up to $200 on air-inclusive vacation packages to all of United Vacations ski destinations, such as Aspen, Tremblant, Vail and more. This offer is valid for travel through May 22, 2008. The promotion code NEWYEAR must be used at the time of booking to receive the savings.

  — Save $200 on vacations priced at $3,600 or more
  — Save $150 on vacations priced at $2,500-$3,599
  — Save $100 on vacations priced at $2,000-$2,499
  — Save $50 on vacations priced at $1,200-$1,999


In addition, vacationers will save up to $200 with free nights at select hotels. Participating hotels include, but are not limited to: Beaver Run Resort and Conference Center (QKB), Beaver Village Condominiums (QWP), All Fairmont Resorts in Whistler, Banff and Tremblant, Vail Cascade Resort & Spa (EGE), Sky Hotel (ASE). Vacationers will also save an additional $100 on a 3-day or more lift ticket and save up to $50 on ski rentals when purchased at time of booking.

Lastly, vacationers looking for additional convenience and flexibility will save up to $50 on car rentals purchased at time of booking. Savings includes a 15% discount on daily and weekly rates for all car classes with Alamo, Dollar, Hertz or National.

“Now is the perfect time to book your ski or snowboard vacation,” said Rick Karnes, vice president and general manager of United Vacations. “Not only is this one of the best ski seasons in terms of great snow, but savings up to $600 makes a ski or snowboard vacation too tempting and too affordable to pass up.”

United Vacations offers ski and snowboard vacation packages to the most popular United States destinations (Aspen, Beaver Creek, Breckenridge, Copper Mountain, Crested Butte, Keystone, Snowmass, Steamboat, Telluride, Vail, Winter Park, The Canyons, Park City, Salt Lake City, Snowbird, Solitude, Jackson Hole, Lake Tahoe and Taos) and Canada destinations (Banff & Lake Louise, Tremblant, Quebec City and Whistler/Blackcomb). Travelers can enhance and customize their ski or snowboard vacation package with the addition of lift tickets as well as equipment rentals. For even more convenience, equipment rentals can even be delivered right to the traveler’s resort.

Purchase online at http://www.unitedvacations.com/, by calling 888-328-6877 or by contacting a local travel agent.

Source: United Vacations 

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Win Trip for Two Around the World and $25,000

American Airlines and MasterCard Worldwide Give Away Trip Around the World With DealFinder ‘Travel the World’ Sweepstakes

 

What better way to kick off the new year than with a trip around the world? American Airlines and MasterCard® Worldwide® are making that a possibility for one lucky globetrotter with the DealFinder Travel the World Sweepstakes.

From Jan. 7 through March 7, 2008, customers who register for the DealFinder Travel the World Sweepstakes at http://www.aa.com/promo are automatically entered for a chance to win a Grand Prize of air travel for two around the world and a $25,000 MasterCard gift card. In addition, American will award two First Prize winners a $10,000 MasterCard gift card.

Offered through AA.com, DealFinder (http://www.aa.com/dealfinder) alerts customers when fares matching their pre-selected preferences are available. Travelers simply enter where they want to go, how much they want to spend, their travel dates, and how many people will be traveling. DealFinder will let them know what the current lowest fare is and keep looking for their desired fare. If it finds a match, customers will receive an alert right on their desktop. Additionally, customers get targeted offers and special deals that are available only through DealFinder. For example, as a DealFinder subscriber, you might find a discount of 20 percent off fares to Central/South America, discounts to ski destinations, or other fantastic offers that show up on your computer desktop. But you won’t hear about the deal unless you’re a DealFinder subscriber, so sign up now at http://www.aa.com/dealfinder.

For official sweepstakes rules, Terms and Conditions and other promotion details visit http://www.aa.com/promo.

Source: American Airlines

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Valentine's Day Getaway Specials 2008 From Romantic Inns & Hotels

Looking for a Valentine’s Day getaway to pamper yourself and your sweetheart? Here are some  U.S.-based romance getaways sure to please your valentine - and your bank balance.

 Georgia Island RomanceThe Jekyll Island Club Hotel, Jekyll Island, Georgia, offers a romantic getaway this Valentine’s Day that includes accommodations and dinner for two. Offered February 10-14, 2008 at $249.00 per couple, per night. The Jekyll Island Club Hotel was once the exclusive turn-of-the-century winter retreat for many of America’s wealthiest financiers: Rockefeller, Vanderbilt, Pulitzer, and Morgan among them. Today, the resort has been completely renovated and features 157 guest rooms and suites in five historic settings, three restaurants, and access to 63 holes of golf on four courses. Recognized as a National Historic Landmark in 1978 and more recently a Historic Hotel of America by the National Trust for Historic Preservation. Phone: 912-635-2600, Web: http://www.jekyllclub.com

 
Virginia Beach: Three Nights of Romance
Enjoy a Valentines getaway at the Beach Spa Bed and Breakfast, Virginia Beach, Virginia, for the month of February. Rates are $195.00 to $245.00 per night for two people and include luxury accommodations with private spa bathrooms, reservations for activities and dining, a dozen red roses and bottle of Moet Chandon Champagne on arrival, gourmet daily breakfast for two in the dining area with fireplace, couple’s massage in the privacy of your room (or individual massage in the 3rd floor Spa Tower with expansive views of the ocean). Three night minimum stay. Guest rooms at the Inn, circa 1937, feature private bathrooms, which may include massage, steamer or rainfall shower.
Phone: 757-422-2621, 888-422-2630, Web: http://www.beachspabnb.com   
 
Denver Romance
Located across from the Denver Center for the Performing Arts, the Hotel Teatro, Denver’s luxury boutique hotel, offers a Valentine’s Day package that includes sparkling wine with “Hotel Teatro” champagne flutes to commemorate this special night, Chocó love chocolate bar, fresh strawberries, continental “breakfast in bed.”  Rates start at $269; available February 8th through February 17th 2008. Guestrooms include cherry-wood desks with leather blotters, marble and sandstone bathrooms featuring deep soaking bath-tubs, rainforest showers and pillow-top beds with Frette linens and down comforters. Unique costumes and photographs from past theatrical productions of the Denver Center Theatre Company decorate the interior. Two restaurants, AAA Four Diamonds. Phone: 303-228-1100, Web: http://www.hotelteatro.com
 
Romance in Provence at the InterContinental Boston
The InterContinental Boston brings the romance of the French countryside to historic downtown Boston with a luxurious Valentine’s Day package. Rekindle your romantic flame with a soothing couples massage, sample sumptuous cuisine in the Provence-themed Brasserie, then retreat to your spacious guestroom to find your bed covered with rose petals. Awake to breakfast in bed and “réveillez-vous amoureux” (wake up in love). Rates begin at $499. Phone: (617) 747-1000, 187-7747, Web: http://www.intercontinentalboston.com
 
It’s All About You-Romance
Experience romance at the Anniversary House Bed & Breakfast, Cedar City, Utah. Surround yourself with antiques and elegant ambiance.  Snuggle by the fireplace, roam the quaint shops in historic downtown, relax and enjoy your stay.  Romance package is $229.00: includes the honeymoon suite, flowers, chocolates and a gourmet breakfast. Phone: 435-865-1266, 800-778-5109, Web: http://www.theanniversaryhouse.com
 
New Brunswick Romance
Love is in the air at the Delta Fredericton Hotel, Fredericton, New Brunswick, from February 14th-17th. Enjoy a romantic getaway with the Valentine’s Romance package that includes one night’s accommodation, a complimentary bottle of champagne upon arrival, candles in your room and a fondue for two in DJ Purdy’s lounge. Starting from $179.99 based on double occupancy. Indulge your senses in an elegant guest room, with choice amenities including cozy terry cloth bathrobes and feather-soft pillows and duvets. Feast on the regional home cooking of award-winning Executive Chef Hector Jimenez-Bravo at Bruno’s Restaurant. Phone: 506-457-7000, 888-462-8800, Web: http://www.deltafredericton.com
 
Maryland Romantic Getaway
Escape and enjoy a Valentine’s getaway at Belmont Manor House, Elkridge, Maryland, February 15-16 or February 16-17, 2008. Enjoy a wine dinner featuring hors d’oeurves in the mansion followed by a five course dinner menu paired with four wines. Romance package includes overnight accommodations, champagne and chocolate upon arrival in your guest room, five course gourmet wine dinner and a country breakfast. $165 - $175.00 per person plus tax, double occupancy. Phone: 410-772-4304. Web: http://www.belmontconferencecenter.com
 
Mountain High Tennessee Romance
The Iron Mountain Inn B&B, Butler, TN, offers a Mountain High Sweetheart Special through February 18: accommodations (with steam shower for two), a romantic dinner by candlelight one night, in-room massages, candles, romantic music, one perfect red rose champagne, and the famous Iron Mountain Inn chocolate chip cookies. $300.00 per night plus tax. The Inn’s location (2400 feet high) offers view of the Cherokee National Forest and Appalachian Trail. Phone: 423-768-2446, 888-781-2399, Web: http://www.ironmountainInn.com  
 
Snow & Snuggle Valentine’s Day Package
Treat your honey to a magical winter Valentine’s getaway at the Purity Spring Resort, East Madison, NH. Package includes accommodations, flowers, candlelight dinner, sleigh ride, breakfast and activities: skiing, x-c skiing, snowshoeing, skating and use of the indoor pool and fitness center. Valid on Valentine’s Day - Thursday, Feb 14, 2008. $198 per couple/double occupancy in a deluxe room. Located at the King Pine Ski Area. Phone: 603-367-8896, 800-367-3754, Web: http://www.purityspring.com
 
Hotel Monaco Portland Art of Romance Package
Celebrate Valentine’s Day in style at the sophisticated new Hotel Monaco in the heart of downtown Portland, Oregon.  You and your love will be spoiled by elegant accommodations for two, rose petals scattered over the bed at turndown, chocolate body paints and brush, a chilled bottle of Champagne upon arrival, and Continental breakfast in bed.  Rates start at $219.00.  Phone: (503) 222-0001, (800) 711-2971, Web: http://www.monaco-portland.com
 
Ohio Love
Donna’s Premier Lodging, Berlin, Ohio, offers a Valentine’s getaway that includes one night in a luxurious cottage featuring a heart shaped waterfall Jacuzzi and a romantic fireplace. Indulge yourself with a country breakfast delivered to your door in the morning.  Enjoy the fragrance of a dozen roses that will be waiting in your room upon arrival.  Satisfy your sweet tooth with a box of hand-dipped chocolates. $229 plus taxes. Phone: (330) 893-3068, Web: http://www.donnasofberlin.com
 
Nude Valentine’s Day
As most of the USA is captured in winter winds, the California couples only nude resort, Sea Mountain Inn - Nude Resort & Spa Hotel, Palm Springs, California, basks in sunshine and warm waters. February is the month of love at sea mountain inn, with a 24 hour dance lounge and warm mineral water pools. Many celebrities flock to this Eden of sun, ranked top ten naked experiences by AOL and MSN, Maxim and VH1-MTV. Rates start at $249.00, single or double occupancy, and include accommodations, daily breakfast and full use of all VIP rooms and spa areas. Phone: 760-251-1230, 877-928-2827, Web: http://www.seamountaininn.com
 
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Romantic Inns & Hotels features romantic getaways worldwide: bed and breakfast inns, country inns, resorts and small hotels.  http://www.BestRomanticInns.com

Start Fulfilling Your New Year Travel Resolutions With Fares As Low As $98* at American Airlines

 New Year Sale: Fares As Low As $98 

 The New Year is here and if you haven’t made plans to get away, now’s the time to do so. American Airlines New Year’s sale offers unbelievably low prices and convenient schedules to some incredible destinations. All you have to do is choose the destination, make your reservation and go. It’s that simple.

With fares as low as $98* and travel dates into the spring, the world is at your fingertips. Kick-off 2008 on American Airlines.

Search Sale Fares Here 

*Taxes, fees and conditions apply.

SOURCE: American Airlines 

Early Birds Get a Free Travel Day With Eurail!

Buy Now, Travel Later With Eurail 6-, 8- and 10- Day Select Passes

Eurail Group announced today that it is offering an extra day of rail travel on all six-, eight- and ten-day Eurail Select Passes purchased up until the end of March 2008. Customers will then have up to six months in which to start traveling.

This promotion is being offered to all customers worldwide, outside of Europe in order to encourage travelers to choose Eurail Pass and buy early.

The Eurail Select Pass is a popular rail pass as it allows customers to practically tailor-make their own pass by selecting three to five adjoining countries. With 23 countries participating in the scheme there are over 750 possibilities to choose from, giving travelers endless opportunities to explore Europe. Not only does the Select Pass cover the more commonly known European destinations such as France, Germany, Italy, Portugal Switzerland and Spain, it also reaches out to the increasingly popular Eastern European destinations such as Croatia, Hungary, Romania, and Slovenia. Regardless of which part of Europe travelers want to explore, the Eurail Select Pass makes it all possible.

Marketing Director Ana Dias e Seixas is enthusiastic about this promotion. “We want to encourage travelers to think early about where they want to go and how they want to get around Europe”.

Thousands of overseas travelers annually experience the ease of getting around Europe with Eurail. Rail travel is relaxing, yet invigorating, enabling passengers to enjoy the diverse landscapes, cultures and sights, which Europe offers, as well as meeting the locals. Europe’s rail system is modern and reliable, and cross-border rail connections are excellent. “With this campaign,” adds Mrs. Dias e Seixas, “we hope to encourage more people to choose Eurail and to have them stay longer so they can discover more of this beautiful and diverse continent.”

 The EURAIL Group comprises 27 railways and shipping lines, as well as several bonus partners. For more information about Eurail Group, go to http://www.EurailGroup.com. Eurail Passes are currently available from the direct sales website, Eurail.com, and all Sales Agents worldwide; ACP Rail International (http://www.eurail-acprail.com); Flight Centre ( http://www.flightcentre.com); http://www.OctopusTravel.com; Rail Europe (http://www.raileurope.com - North America, raileurope.fr/wheretobuy - rest of the world); STA (http://www.statravel.com).

 
 

Source: Eurail Group G.I.E./PRNewswire.com

Simply Great In '08: Midwest Airlines Offers Sale Fares on Travel Through September 30, 2008

Midwest Airlines (AMEX:MEH)  is offering sale fares for travel January 13 through September 30, 2008. Purchase Sunday, January 6 through midnight, Central time, on Tuesday, January 15 and at least seven days in advance of travel.

Sale fares are available to and from many cities served by Midwest from its hubs in Milwaukee and Kansas City, with easy connections to cities throughout the United States. For flight information and reservations, visit http://www.midwestairlines.com/, call Midwest Airlines Reservations at 800-452-2022 (in Milwaukee, 414-570-7000) or contact a travel consultant.

A Friday- or Saturday-night stay is required; travel to and from Las Vegas requires a two-night minimum stay. Travel at these fares is not permitted March 1-31, 2008 to/from Florida, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Phoenix and San Diego.

Travel January 13 through June 10 to receive the lowest sale fares; add $10 each way for travel through September 30, 2008. Sample one-way fares for travel through June 10 start at:
 

Milwaukee to:

  Atlanta - $79
  Austin - $109
  Baltimore - $79
  Boston - $94
  Charlotte - $94
  Cleveland - $79
  Colorado Springs - $99
  Columbus - $79
  Dallas/Ft. Worth - $109
  Dayton - $74
  Denver - $94
  Des Moines - $79
  Escanaba - $74
  Flint - $79
  Ft. Lauderdale - $94
  Ft. Myers - $94
  Grand Rapids - $84
  Hartford - $94
  Indianapolis - $79
  Iron Mountain - $74
  Ironwood - $74
  Kansas City - $84
  Las Vegas - $109
  Los Angeles -    $109
  Louisville - $79
  Manistee - $79
  Minneapolis/St. Paul- $79
  Muskegon - $84
  Nashville - $79
  New York La Guardia - $94
  New York Newark - $94
  Omaha - $84
  Orlando - $89
  Philadelphia - $94
  Phoenix - $114
  Pittsburgh - $94
  Raleigh/Durham - $94
  Rhinelander - $74
  San Antonio - $109
  San Diego - $114
  San Francisco - $114
  Seattle/Tacoma - $109
  St. Louis - $79
  Tampa - $89
  Toronto - $84
  Washington, D.C. - $94


  Kansas City to:

  Appleton - $84
  Atlanta - $89
  Austin - $89
  Baltimore - $84
  Boston - $99
  Charlotte - $94
  Cleveland - $89
  Colorado Springs - $89
  Columbus - $79
  Dayton - $89
  Escanaba - $89
  Flint - $84
  Ft. Lauderdale - $89
  Ft. Myers - $109
  Grand Rapids - $89
  Green Bay - $84
  Hartford - $94
  Indianapolis - $79
  Iron Mountain - $89
  Ironwood - $89
  Los Angeles - $99
  Louisville - $79
  Madison - $84
  Manistee - $89
  Milwaukee - $84
  Minneapolis/St. Paul - $89
  Muskegon - $89
  New York La Guardia - $99
  New York Newark - $99
  Orlando - $89
  Philadelphia - $99
  Pittsburgh - $89
  Raleigh/Durham - $79
  Rhinelander - $89
  San Antonio - $89
  San Diego - $99
  San Francisco - $109
  Seattle/Tacoma - $109
  Tampa - $89
  Toronto - $89
  Washington, D.C. - $99
  Wausau/Stevens Point - $89


  Omaha to:

  Appleton - $94
  Atlanta - $124
  Baltimore - $94
  Boston - $99
  Charlotte - $94
  Cleveland - $94
  Columbus - $94
  Dayton - $89
  Escanaba - $94
  Flint - $94
  Ft. Lauderdale - $99
  Ft. Myers - $109
  Grand Rapids - $94
  Green Bay - $94
  Hartford - $99
  Indianapolis - $89
  Iron Mountain - $94
  Ironwood - $94
  Louisville - $89
  Madison - $94
  Manistee - $94
  Milwaukee - $84
  Minneapolis/St. Paul - $94
  Muskegon - $94
  Nashville - $84
  New York La Guardia - $99
  New York Newark - $109
  Orlando - $99
  Philadelphia - $94
  Pittsburgh - $89
  Raleigh/Durham - $94
  Rhinelander - $94
  Tampa - $94
  Toronto - $89
  Washington, D.C. - $99
  Wausau/Stevens Point - $94


   Terms and Conditions: Fares are each way based on roundtrip purchase.
   Seats are limited and may not be available when you purchase. Tickets
   must be purchased at least seven days in advance and by midnight, Central
   time, January 15, 2008 for travel January 13 through June 10, 2008. Add
   $10 each way for travel through September 30, 2008. Travel at these fares
   to/from Florida, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Phoenix and San Diego is not
   permitted March 1-31, 2008. A minimum Friday- or Saturday-night stay is
   required; travel to/from Las Vegas requires a two-night minimum stay.
   Tickets are nonrefundable. Fares shown reflect purchase at
   midwestairlines.com. Tickets purchased through the Midwest Airlines
   Contact Center will be assessed a $10 fee; tickets purchased at Midwest
   ticket counters will be assessed a $20 fee. Voluntary reservation changes
   incur a $100 service charge, as well as a possible fare increase to a
   non-promotional fare type. Fares do not include $3-18 per passenger
   airport fee required at some airports, $3.50 per segment fee per
   passenger, and the “September 11th Security Fee” of $5-10 per passenger.
   Toronto travel does not include Canadian taxes of up to $10, airport
   improvement fee of $17, navigation surcharge of $14 and U.S. federal
   inspection fee of $7. Some flights operated by Skyway Airlines, Inc. or
   SkyWest Airlines, Inc., d/b/a Midwest Connect. Other conditions apply.




Fares shown reflect purchase at midwestairlines.com. Tickets purchased through the Midwest Airlines Contact Center will be assessed a $10 fee; tickets purchased at Midwest ticket counters will be assessed a $20 fee.

Midwest Airlines features jet service throughout the United States, including Milwaukee’s most daily nonstop flights and best schedule to major destinations. Catering to business travelers and discerning leisure travelers, the airline earned its reputation as “The best care in the air” by providing passengers with impeccable service and onboard amenities at competitive fares. Both Skyway Airlines, Inc. — a wholly owned subsidiary of Midwest Airlines — and SkyWest Airlines, Inc. operate as Midwest Connect and offer service to and connections through Midwest Airlines’ hubs. Together, the airlines offer service to more than 50 cities. More information is available at http://www.midwestairlines.com/.

Huge Winter Europe Sale From $185* Each Way

Big time savings for this big time European sale

United and Lufthansa serve dozens of places in Europe, many of which are reached on nonstop flights over the Atlantic Ocean. And when you depart between now and March 13, 2008, special low fares can be found to places like Munich, Paris, Madrid, Rome, Brussels, Istanbul, and many more. Below is just a small sample of combinations that this huge sale includes.

From wherever you begin your journey to whatever European city you choose to explore, United and Lufthansa have a terrific deal waiting for you. Just remember to book your travel on united.com by January 4, 2008!

*Sample each-way fares based on required roundtrip purchase:
Fares are valid for travel originating in the U.S. only.

Baltimore - Athens, Greece
$336**
Boston - Madrid, Spain
$208**
Charlotte - Prague, Czech Republic
$340**
Chicago - Rome, Italy
$336
Denver - Zurich, Switzerland
$245**
Indianapolis - Milan, Italy
$348**
Las Vegas - Munich, Germany
$185
Los Angeles - Frankfurt, Germany
$224
Miami - Budapest, Hungary
$282**
New Orleans - Amsterdam, Netherlands
$229**
New York City - Dublin, Ireland
$221**
Orlando - Brussels, Belgium
$221
Philadelphia - Zurich, Switzerland
$275**
Phoenix - Istanbul, Turkey
$342**
Portland, OR - Rome, Italy
$336
San Diego - Madrid, Spain
$258**
San Francisco - Paris, France
$356
Seattle - Warsaw, Poland
$363**
St. Louis - Paris, France
$254**
Washington-Dulles - Brussels, Belgium
$346
 

Purchase by January 4, 2008
Depart between December 24, 2007 and March 13, 2008
Travel is valid on Monday through Thursday
A Saturday night minimum stay is required, and a 30 day maximum stay is permitted
Exceptions apply; see the fare facts for full rules and information
Fares below are subject to availability and may not be available on all flights/dates

Click here to learn more. 

 

For the fares above, service is provided by United Airlines or TedSM, except where noted.

**Portions of this service may be operated by the following carriers doing business as United Express® or as code share partners:

Chautauqua Airlines
Colgan Air
GoJet
Lufthansa
Mesa Airlines
Republic Airlines®
Shuttle America
SkyWest®
US Airways
Trans States Airlines

*Additional taxes/ fees
Fares do not include a $3.50 per flight segment tax. A flight segment is defined as one takeoff and one landing. Fares do not include the September 11th Security Fee of $2.50 per enplanement at a U.S. airport or Passenger Facility Charges of up to $18, which may be collected depending on the itinerary. Fares for Hawaii and Alaska do not include a $7.70 (each way) departure tax.  For travel from Canada, fares do not include U.S. Inspection fees of $7, taxes/fees imposed by the Canadian government of up to $19.50, and a $30.20 international departure and arrival tax if outside of the 225 mile buffer zone. All international fares are subject to U.S. arrival and departure taxes and agricultural, immigrations and customs fees of up to $50. For travel to some countries, additional airport, transportation, embarkation, security, and passenger service taxes/surcharges of up to $175 will apply depending on destination. For return travel from some countries, fares do not include airport and/or departure taxes of up to $45, which may be collected by the foreign government.

SOURCE: Sidestep.com