Academy Award-Winning Vacations

I've been getting in the mood for the upcoming Academy Awards by screening all of the major nominees. It's a little like the Super Bowl -- it helps to get through such a long, sometimes tedious event if you are cheering for someone. Checking out the dresses only carries you through the pre-show.

I think Expedia might have a better idea. Expedia's Cinematic Getaways let you vote for your favorite by reliving it. A few highlights:
• "Aviator": Spread your wings in San Diego (La Valencia Hotel)
• "Sideways": Drink everything but Merlot just outside San Francisco (Executive Hotel Vintage Court)
• "Finding Neverland": Get inspired in London's Kensington Gardens (The Kensington Close Hotel)
• "Ray": Explore your musical roots in New Orleans (Fairmont Hotel)

Other movies inspiring packages include "The Phantom of the Opera," "Closer," Shrek 2," "The Motorcycle Diaries," "House of Flying Daggers," and "Shark Tale." For package details see Expedia Cinematic Escapes.