Stay for Two, Third on the House at New York Hotels
Who doesn’t like free hotel nights—particularly in New York where rates are usually sky-high? Eight new hotels will be participating in NYC & Company’s “Signature Collection Third Night” promotion this summer. Guests will receive a complimentary third night after booking and paying for two consecutive nights at these hotels: The Carlyle, Jumeirah Essex House, Loews Regency Hotel, The London NYC, The New York Palace Hotel, The Plaza, The Sherry-Netherland, and The Waldorf=Astoria.
There’s more! Saks Fifth Avenue is partnering up with NYC & Company and will offer a VIP shopping package to third-night guests. The package includes an exclusive personal-shopping experience in the Fifth Avenue Club, special savings, and complimentary coffee and dessert at Saks Fifth Avenue’s Cafe SFA, which overlooks Rockefeller Center and the Channel Gardens. The promotion runs July 1 through September 7.
Bounty of Savings at Aloft Washington National Harbor
Aloft Washington National Harbor, perched along the Potomac River and just 15 minutes outside downtown DC, is offering a host of enticing offers. One goodie: Increasing savings the longer you stay. Get the best published rate your first night; save 50 percent on your second night; and get the third night free. The hotel is also taking care of government officials with value-added deals including daily complimentary breakfast, free Internet access for the entire stay, and complimentary local and toll-free calls.
www.alofthotels.com, 1-877-GO-ALOFT
Go West, Young Man—To Universal Studios Hollywood
Now is a great time to satiate your Universal Studios Hollywood fix. The new “Universal Hollywood Getaway” package offers up to 40 percent off on vacation packages at five area hotels: Sheraton Universal and Hilton Universal City (both within walking distance), The Sportsmen's Lodge Hotel, The Beverly Garland Holiday Inn and the Renaissance Hollywood Hotel & Spa. The package includes a seven-day unlimited admission ticket to Universal Studios Hollywood, breakfast for two each morning, free hotel parking and free roundtrip shuttle service from the hotels to Universal Studios Hollywood.
The getaway package starts at $93 per person with a two-night minimum and you must book by August 31 for travel through December 31. While there, don’t miss the new “Creature from the Black Lagoon-a Raging Rockin’ Show” attraction. Also, check out newly crowned Tonight Show host, Conan O'Brien, performing on a new sound stage located on the lot.
Love is in the Air at Willard InterContinental Washington
DC gets little acclaim for being a romantic town. True, it might not have the flair of Paris or the mystery of New York, but the Willard InterContinental Washington is working hard to manufacture a little romance of its own with two packages. First, the Romantic Escape Package includes a bottle of sparkling wine, a bouquet of flowers, and a box of chocolates with a starting rate from $359. A second, the Capital Night of Romance package, is a one-night deal, which includes: breakfast in bed for two, champagne, chocolates, dipped berries, a book of poetry, classical romance CDs, a Jacuzzi complete with rose petals, scented candles and bath salts, overnight parking and a gift certificate for a future stay in a standard room. The package starts at $2,300 (add an in-room, hour-long massage for two for an additional $250).
www.washington.intercontinental.com, 202-628-9100
Big Easy Savings
The Roosevelt New Orleans has a long and storied past; it’s the former stomping grounds of such luminaries and showmen as Louis Armstrong, Bob Hope, Ray Charles and Jack Benny. After a three-year $145-million restoration, the hotel is back and better than ever. In recognition of its July grand opening, the hotel is offering packages designed to reintroduce guests to the hotel, which is now a member of the Waldorf Astoria Collection.
The Roosevelt Returns Package includes a stay at the Roosevelt New Orleans from $139 per night, or a suite from $199, along with a welcome drink for two at the famous Sazerac Bar.
The hotel also offers its Summer Escape Package, with savings up to $400 that includes a third night free when you book two nights from $139 per night, or a suite from $199.
Moreover, you’ll receive 15 percent off retail purchases at The Roosevelt Emporium gift shop, free breakfast for up to two children, and a complimentary one-night certificate for a future stay at participating Hilton family hotels.
The specials are available July 26 through September 30, 2009.
www.therooseveltneworleans.com, 1-800-WALDORF
Sartorial Splendor at The Landmark Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong
Go for the room; get a great suit. The Landmark Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong has launched the “Most Stylish Presidential” package, which combines accommodations with a shopping spree at two fine luxury brands. Here’s how it works: If you book the Presidential Suite, you can select an entire outfit from either Alfred Dunhill or Chloé for each night you stay. Best, it won’t cost you a dime! The hotel picks up the entire tab.
The package is priced at $6,193 per night. Alternatively, stay in an L900 Landmark Suite at the published rate of $1,199 per night and enjoy a $322 voucher for use at either Alfred Dunhill or Chloe for each night of stay.
www.mandarinoriental.com/landmark, 011-852-2132-0188
Families on the Mind at Dorchester Collection Hotels
Looking for family-friendly luxury travel? The Dorchester Collection’s hotels are working hard to create new travel packages and amenities suited just for the little ones.
Very Important, Indeed at The Beverly Hills Hotel, Beverly Hills:
The property recently updated their Very Young VIPs (VYV) program, which is geared toward children under 13. Upon arrival, kids are greeted by name and presented with a VYV Card which allows them access to complimentary beverages at the Fountain Coffee Shop and Cabana Cafe; in-room amenities; a personalized welcome letter and chocolate-chip cookies; a pink rubber ducky and other bath toys; and a Beverly Hills Hotel Teddy Bear. Summer rates start at $495.
Musical Inspiration at Le Meurice, Paris:
This package is timed to coincide with the opening of Musique en Jouets at the Musee des Arts Decoratifs. It provides access to the exhibition's musical toys as well as one night in a guest room or suite at Le Meurice; VIP children’s welcome and goody bag; a Nabaztag rabbit per child; and continental breakfast and children's tea time menu. The exhibition and package run through November 8, 2009. Prices start at around $970.
New Must-Surf Site from Plaza Athenee, Paris:
Plaza Athenee offers young web-surfers an online outlet for creating their own Parisian vacation at www.veryimportantchildren.com. Aspiring travel writers can write their own travel blogs and swap photos and videos of travels in Paris. The site also has links for activities and sights around Paris. Summer rates start from around $825.
Seek and Your Kids Shall Find at Hotel Principe di Savoia, Milan:
The hotel’s concierges are experienced in arranging age-appropriate activities. Some options include: the Milan Aquarium, Museum of Science and Technology, Sforzesco Castle, the planetarium, horse riding, themed parks from 'medieval' to 'cowboy'; and Gianni e Cosetta Colla puppet theater. The new Family Package includes 50 percent off additional connecting rooms for two children; welcome gift and VIP treatment for kids; complimentary use of the rooftop pool at Club 10; and daily complimentary limo service. This is valid through January 10, 2010. Rates start at around $375.
Girls' Dreams come True at The New York Palace, New York:
The New York Palace recently unveiled its new American Girl Place Package. Upon check-in, children receive hand-decorated chocolate lollipops and personal welcome letters for themselves and their doll alike; a complimentary doll-sized travel bed; and an issue of American Girl magazine. Guests can also enter the hotel’s American Girl sweepstakes with a chance to win a different doll every season on display in the gift shop. The package starts from $310 per night and is available through December 31.
