It’s that time again. Make this year's summer vacation the best ever by taking advantage of these fantastic deals close to home and around the globe.
USA
Sunday Night Sleepover at the Plaza Hotel
With The Plaza Hotel’s new “Sunday Nights Sleepover” package guests will receive 20% off a Sunday night stay in a luxurious Plaza Hotel guest room or suite with a free one category upgrade; three-course prix fixe dinner for two at The Oak Room, one of New York City’s most iconic venues; and a complimentary full Breakfast for two in The Champagne Bar on Monday morning before jetting to work.
Rates start at $525 USD/night, based on double occupancy. This package is available year round. Offer is based upon availability and exclusive of tax & gratuity. Offer is applicable for Sunday night arrival only and is not applicable to group bookings of ten or more. For detailed rate information or to book your reservation, call (888) 240-7775 or visit www.fairmont.com/theplaza.
Fontainebleau Family Fun
The iconic Fontainebleau in Miami (opened November 2008) is offering family rates starting at $279/Night with free or half price dining for children for travel from June 1 – September 30, 2009. This package includes Deluxe Room Accommodations for two adults and two children and Full American Breakfast Buffet at Vida for two adults (Children 10 and under EAT FREE).
Children 11 to 15 EAT for HALF-PRICE (50% off regular menu) for breakfast, lunch and dinner at Vida or La Côte. Children 15 and under will also receive a FREE Kid’s Drink & Gelato Card, which will allow them to enjoy unlimited fountain soda drinks and juices at Vida, Fresh and La Côte, throughout your stay, PLUS, one scoop of gelato from Fresh per day.
Also included: complimentary Valet Parking, high Speed Wireless Internet and guaranteed 2 PM Late Checkout. Package rate is subject to availability and only applies to stays during Sunday through Wednesday. Taxes and gratuities are not included. To book, call 305-5353241 or go to www.fontainebleau.com.
Summer Fun at the Angler’s Boutique Resort
Enjoy South Beach’s boutique resort sanctuary this summer with prices to suit your taste and, just as important, your budget. The all-suite Angler's Boutique Resort boasts a myriad of amenities including four-star services, private outdoor spa baths, balconies and rooftop terraces with outdoor showers, as well as an exclusive open-air lounge and pool.
This summer, stay 1 night and save 10% off the best available rate; stay 2 nights and save 15% off the best available rate; stay 3 nights and save 20% off the best available rate; or stay 4 nights and the last night is complimentary
For reservations, call Vanessa at 305-532-3143 x102.
MEXICO
Summer Escape at One&Only Palmilla
Stay for four nights at One&Only Palmilla and save 30% off the published rate (including Villa Cortez), plus complimentary continental breakfast daily and two complimentary rounds of golf for bookings made now through October 16, 2009. In addition, you’ll enjoy a $400 resort spending credit valid towards dining, spa or more golf.
Make your reservation at One&Only Palmilla with confidence. Should you need to revise your travel dates, you may do so up to three days prior to scheduled arrival.
Travel dates must be prior to 17 December, 2009, and prevailing rates and black-out periods apply. This offer excludes a 10% tax and 18% service fee. Rates start at $525/night. To book, e-mail reservations@oneandonlyresorts.com or visit www.oneandonlyresorts.com.
Banyan Tree Mayakoba Resort Credit Package
Banyan Tree Mayakoba, located on Mexico’s Riviera Maya, is making it even easier for travelers to experience the new resort with the travel recovery special Closer than Ever promotion running now through June 30, 2009, for stays now through June 30, 2009. Guests who book a minimum of three nights will receive resort credit equivalent to their villa rate, which can be applied toward airport transfers, culinary experiences and spa treatments at Banyan Tree Mayakoba. Rates start at USD$655 per night in a Garden Pool Villa based on double occupancy.
For reservations and additional information, call 1-800-591-0439 or email Claudia.Fernandez@banyantree.com and mention the Closer than Ever promotion upon booking. More information on Banyan Tree Mayakoba can be found at www.banyantree.com.
CARIBBEAN
Save Up to 65% at Royal Plantation Ocho Rios
A sanctuary for old Hollywood glamour in the 1950s, Royal Plantation Ocho Rios continues to provide travelers with an authentic British Colonial escape in the heart of Jamaica . The famed resort celebrated for its traditional afternoon tea and regional Jamaican delicacies, recently announced an up to 65% off sale for bookings made from now through July 16, 2009. A three night minimum stay is required.
The deal applies to all suite categories including their top two-bedroom Prime Minister Oceanfront Penthouse Suite spanning more than 2100 sq. ft, as well as Villa Plantana, a three-bedroom hideaway with private pool, dedicated staff and Mercedes Benz chauffer.
The offer is valid for travel from August 1-December 20, 2009 and January 4- December 21, 2010. This promotion can be combined with the First Night Free offer for bookings made now through July 16, 2009 for travel through Dec. 20 and Jan. 4-Dec. 21, 2010: First night is free if you book a seven-night all-inclusive plan in a premium or luxury oceanfront junior suite. Pricing varies by date and package. For more information, call 888-487-6925 or visit www.royalplantation.com.
Grace Bay Club Stimulus Check
Grace Bay Club, the legendary resort on the island of Providenciales in Turks and Caicos, recently announced the Grace Bay Stimulus Check providing guests with 3 nights for the price of 2 for travel booked now through December 19, 2009. All reservations will be upgraded one room category at the time booking (subject to availability at the time of booking.)
In addition the resort introduced the Full American Plan providing guests with breakfast, lunch and dinner for $99/person/night. Meal Plan requires a three night minimum. This offer only applies to bookings of 3 nights or more and excludes beverages and 20% tax and service. Kids under 12 stay and eat for free when dining with an adult in the restaurant.
Last but not least, released for the duration of 2009, the Grace Bay Club Family Package provides families with a 50% discount on any connecting room for bookings made in a one or two-bedroom suites for a minimum of four-nights. Additional Family Package amenities include: daily breakfast and lunch; a family Snorkel Cruise; Daily Tea Service; access to the Very Important Kids (VIK) Program and complimentary Kids Town program, unlimited tennis access; and champagne upon arrival. Excludes beverages and 20% tax and service.
For more information, go to www.gracebayclub.com
Sandy Lane Gourmet Challenge
Sandy Lane, Barbados’ AAA 5 Diamond resort, is offering a new “Gourmet Challenge.” The package includes: accommodation in a Luxury Ocean Room at the rate of an Ocean Room (a savings of $300), one cooking demonstration class with the Culinary Artiste, a culinary amenity (such as in-house prepared fruit chutney), 3-5 course special tasting menu in l’acajou prepared by Head Chef Grant MacPherson, a private wine tasting with the Sandy Lane Wine Sommelier and a Gourmet challenge in hors d’oeuvres and cocktail making, where participants will learn tips & tricks for recreating their own Sandy Lane culinary experience at home.
Rates start from US $4,800.00 for a five night stay. Offer is valid for travel from April 19 – October 31, 2009. All rates include full breakfast, roundtrip executive transfers, unlimited non-motorized water sports and are subject to 10% service charge. Packages/vouchers are non-transferable or combinable. To book, visit www.sandylane.com or call toll free at 866-444-4080.
EUROPE
Fall of the Wall Package at Hotel De Rome, Berlin
In 2009, Berlin will celebrate on November 9th the 20th anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall. To commemorate this occasion, Rocco Forte’s Hotel de Rome is offering a special “Fall of the Wall' package throughout the entire year. The building itself played a part in the East/West German history: Constructed in 1889 as the headquarters of the Dresdner Bank, it then served as the official State Bank of the GDR under the Soviet occupation.
The package includes: 2 nights accommodation in a luxurious Deluxe room with daily breakfast, a piece of the wall, a 4 hour bike tour tracing the path of the former Wall, Tickets to the Museum at Checkpoint Charlie and in-room DVDs of the Oscar winning movie "The Life of Others" and the Oscar nominated "Good Bye, Lenin" to enjoy for the duration of your stay.
The package price is €800 for two in a Deluxe room or €1.180 for two in a Junior Suite, valid from January 1 throughout December 29, 2009 based on availability. To book or further information, call 1 888 667 9477 or visit www.roccofortecollection.com.
Relais Paradiso and Hotel Raito’s Ravello Festival Packages
This summer, the Amalfi Coasts’ newly opened Relais Paradiso and the Hotel Raito is offering guests a unique package filled with deluxe accommodations and a true taste of Italian culture in celebration of the Ravello Festival. The 22-room Relais Paradiso features rates package starting at €480 per room, per night and includes accommodation in a double room, buffet breakfast, concert transfers, two tickets to the Ravello Gallery and use of the hotel’s all inclusive amenities. Relais Paradiso’s sister property, Hotel Raito, is offering package rates from €340 per room, per night and includes accommodations, buffet breakfast and tickets to the Ravello Gallery.
Packages are available throughout July and August, 2009. For information and reservations contact Ragosta Hotels at www.ragostahotels.com +39 089 763 4111 or Summit Hotels & Resorts at www.summithotels.com. Rates are subject to availability.
AFRICA
Introducing One&Only Cape Town
Stay a minimum of three nights in a new Marina Suite at the One&Only Cape Town and receive an additional night complimentary. Offer includes breakfast at maze by Gordon Ramsay.
This offer is valid for travel until September 30, 2009, applies to new reservations only, is subject to availability and not combinable with any other offers. Only select room categories apply, and the offer is not applicable to corporate or group bookings. Rates start at $550/night. To book, e-mail reservations@oneandonlyresorts.com or visit www.oneandonlyresorts.com.
AUSTRALIA
Taste of Victoria
The “Taste of Victoria - Spoil your Senses” package offers girlfriends an amazing opportunity to explore the sights and sounds of the city of Melbourne, as well as relax in Victoria’s famous Yarra Valley wine region.
The package is $929 per person (based on double occupancy), and includes three nights at the 5-star Sebel Heritage Yarra Valley; a Cellar Door Pass including premium wine tastings and winery tours, a winery guidebook and travel directory plus 6 bottles of wine valued at USD $94; three nights at the 5-star The Langham Melbourne; three-day car rental from Hertz Compact Car Rental; and complimentary transfers from the Airport/Hotel.
Taste of Victoria is available April 1st – September 24th, 2009, September 28th – October 29th,2009, and November 8th – December 29th, 2009. To book, contact Travelscene at 866-914-4460 or visit travelscene.com.