Top Ten Las Vegas Hotels
Thursday July 31, 2003
My picks for the Top Ten Las Vegas Hotels, both on and off the Strip. One of the great things about Vegas is you can stay in a lux hotel ... Read More
New York City Hotel Discounts
Thursday July 31, 2003
Heather Klein, our Guide to New York City for Visitors, has a great listing of hotel deals. Check it before you book that next Big Apple weekend.
Reports From the Field
Wednesday July 30, 2003
Susan writes in about a hotel near Disney World: "Reading some of the previous comments on [the Travelodge Maingate East] made me a bit nervous about staying there. But ... ... Read More
Top Summer Family Destinations
Wednesday July 23, 2003
Still can't decide where to take your family summer vacation? Liberty Travel just released the top 10 summer family destinations. There are several surprises on the list, and one hotel ... Read More
"Maid" for TV
Tuesday July 22, 2003
Here's a tip to leave the housekeeper in the next hotel you stay in. Universal Television is casting hotel maids for a new reality television show. The winners will be ... Read More
New Orleans Hotel Reviews
Monday July 21, 2003
Just added: a few dozen reviews of New Orleans hotels, from the surprisingly stylish Hilton Airport to the quirky and cozy Hotel Monteleone. Also, check the complete list of New ... Read More
Connecticut Getaways
Sunday July 20, 2003
Planning a trip to Connecticut? The office of Tourism has just revamped their website, adding 52 pre-planned itineraries to help you plan a Family Fun trip, a romantic getaway, or ... Read More
Bargain hunting
Saturday July 19, 2003
The International Hotel Occupancy and Rate report is out from Deloitte and Touche. In many cities such as London, Brussels and Santiago, average hotel rates have dropped 20%. Hong Kong ... Read More
Prince George Hotel
Friday July 18, 2003
Susan Totaro writes: "I stayed at the Prince George on the 6th floor which provides 'Crown Service.' Not only was the view of Halifax beautiful from there, but the service ... Read More
Name Your Price for The Heidel House
Friday July 18, 2003
In the latest strike against Internet hotel room aggregators, the Heidel House Resort at Green Lake, a major resort in Wisconsin, is the first hotel to individually offer "name your ... Read More
Hilton Curaçao Deal for Divers
Friday July 18, 2003
Divers can get a free night's stay and two complimentary dives now through the end of August at the newest Caribbean Hilton. The deal starts at $532 per person for ... Read More
Photos of Disney's Pop Century
Thursday July 17, 2003
Disney's newest resort, in the Value category, opens December 14th. Reservations are being accepted now. The resort's theming is inspired by pop culture icons of every decade (1950s to 1990s ... Read More
You'll Finish Reading It on the Plane Anyway
Wednesday July 16, 2003
The traditional gift of the first anniversary is paper, so what better way to celebrate the one-year anniversary of the Westin New York at Times Square than with a book ... Read More
Bermuda's Grape Bay Beach Hotel Opens Today
Tuesday July 15, 2003
A new hotel opens today in Bermuda. The Grape Bay Beach Hotel sits above the South Shore in Paget, on same spot as the old White Sands Hotel. Completely renovated, ... Read More
Ghost Ship
Tuesday July 15, 2003
The Queen Mary, a ship that is part haunted house, part luxury hotel, is having its first Paranormal Convention September 12-14. Peter James, host of the television show "Sightings" will ... Read More
Don't Forget to Remove the Lens Cap
Monday July 14, 2003
On a recent trip, one of my traveling companions got up early one morning and took forty rolls of film on one beach. I guess the lighting was just right, ... Read More
The Real Treasure Is Time
Monday July 14, 2003
Speaking of Pirates and Disney World vacations, Disney's Grand Floridian has a new adventure for kids. Every morning, a pirate adventure sets sail from the docks. Kids dress for ... Read More
It's Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas
Monday July 14, 2003
One of the great things about vacationing in Disney World in the wintertime (besides the milder weather) is the holiday decorating at the resort hotels. From the life-sized gingerbread house ... Read More
Where Did You Think They'd Spend the Treasure?
Friday July 11, 2003
If you feel inspired after watching the Pirates of the Caribbean movie, this may be just the last-minute Caribbean travel deal for you. All four of the Coral by ... Read More
Pictures: Cheeca Lodge and Spa, Islamorada (Florida Keys)
Friday July 11, 2003
Cheeca was a fishing retreat for decades, and still draws celebrities such as George Bush for its annual fishing tournaments. A complete renovation in the 80s and the addition of ... Read More
Would You Do It All Over Again?
Thursday July 10, 2003
Renewing your marriage vows can turn a romantic weekend getaway into a event with lifetime memories. Skip the planning headaches of your first wedding with a last-minute weekend to the ... Read More
Kids Are "Wild Things" at All-Inclusive Avalon Resorts
Monday July 7, 2003
Avalon's five resorts in Cancun, Isla Mujeres, Acapulco and Panama now include a kids' program called the "Wild Things Kids Adventure Program" as part of the all-inclusive rate.
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Luxury All-Inclusive in the Caribbean
Monday July 7, 2003
The Westin Rio Mar Beach Resort & Golf Club is launching possibly the first upscale all-inclusive experience in Puerto Rico. Up until now what's been mainly available in the Caribbean ... Read More
The Jefferson in Washington, D.C.
Monday July 7, 2003
The Jefferson is one of my favorite hotels in D.C. In a city with landmarks seemingly on every corner, this 81-year-old hotel boasts a very central location walking distance from ... Read More
Readers Review Hotels
Friday July 4, 2003
Just in: Hotels and resorts that you've stayed in personally, and loved! Thanks for sending in your suggestions for favorite hotels. We're starting with just a few, but they ... Read More
Work on Your Swing and Save
Thursday July 3, 2003
The largest full-service resort in the Midwest, Grand Traverse Resort and Spa, is offering discounts this fall on packages including a two-night "Golf and Spa" Combo.
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40% Off All-Inclusive Avalon Resorts
Wednesday July 2, 2003
Now through August 23, guests receive five nights for the price of three. Avalon all-inclusive resorts are located in Isla Mujeres, Cancun, Acapulco and Panama.
EARN 5TH NIGHT FREE AT AVALON ... Read More
Specials on Chicago Boutique Hotels
Tuesday July 1, 2003
Kimpton, the parent company of the quirky Hotel Monaco chain, is offering several summer packages at three of their boutique hotels in Chicago: Hotel Allegro, Hotel Burnham and Hotel Monaco. ... Read More
Year of 1,000 Weekends
Tuesday July 1, 2003
Hampton Inn just launched a new online database of weekend events around the U.S. Called "Hampton's Year of 1,000 Weekends," it lists offbeat weekend getaways like the Gilroy Garlic ... Read More