fall and winter travel deals

October 1st, 2009

Didn’t have time for a summer vacation?  Book a getaway for the fall or winter and take advantage of last-minute booking deals for the remainder of 2009.   With the air getting chillier and the heat not yet turned on in New York City buildings, we think it’s a great time to explore Nantucket, Beaver Creek, or London (where the heat is on!), head south to the Riviera Maya and Turks & Caicos, or even east to Thailand.

Last minute for the fall…

Nantucket / As the days get shorter, New England becomes even more delightful; the water is the warmest it’s been all summer, reservations at restaurants are easier to come by, and the crowds have returned to the city.  Nantucket Island Resort’s “Hot Dates, Cool Rates” makes Nantucket an affordable fall destination. DEAL:The Wauwinet from $380, White Elephant from $280, The Cottages & Lofts at the Boat Basin from $195, The Jared Coffin House from $125, White Elephant Hotel Residences from $500

…and into the winter.

London / Interested in visiting “Olde” England?  The Metropolitan and the Halkin in London are great spots to stay when checking out Hyde Park’s fall foliage. DEAL:Book seven days in advance and receive Ultimate Savings at The Metropolitan with rates starting at £199, and at the Halkin rates from £229.  That’s almost £200 off of normal rack rates.  Valid through December 31, 2009, Sun-Thurs.

United Kingdom / Before heading across the pond, spent $55 to join The Royal Oak Foundation, the U.S. affiliate of the UK’s National Trust, and receive perks aplenty. DEAL:Royal Oak membership grants FREE entry to all UK National Trust properties.  Right now members also receive 25% off rates at the three Historic House Hotels in England and Wales as well as complimentary room upgrades. These include Hartwell House outside London, Middlethorpe Hall in Yorkshire, and Bodysgallen Hall in Wales.

Santa Fe / Escape to Santa Fe for those amazing blue skies, and stay at Inn on the Alameda, the charming inn located right in the heart of the city. DEAL:From October 25, 2009 to February 28, 2010, stay three consecutive nights and get the third night for just $24 in celebration of the Inn’s 24th anniversary.  Details here.

Riviera Maya / Missed out on Spring Break 2009?  Rosewood Mayakobá’s refined luxury is just a little different from MTV pool parties in Cancun… DEAL:The ‘3 for 2 Special Offer’ allow guests to stay an extra night…for free! Rates include breakfast and are exclusive of tax/resort fees and subject to availability/blackout dates.  A minimum consecutive two-night stay is required.  Package available now through December 15, 2009.  Details here.

Turks & Caicos / Parrot Cay says “Extend that Summer Feeling” into the winter with free nights at this private island paradise. DEAL:“4 for 3” or “7 for 5” includes breakfast and return airport transfers.   Expires December 20, 2009; certain blackout dates apply.  Rates start at $930/night and are reduced to $698/night with the “4 for 3” deal and $665/night with the “7 for 5” deal.  Details here.

Bangkok / The Metropolitan Bangkok, the Asian-equivalent to the Met London, offers chic Bangkok accommodations for under $100! DEAL:Book seven days in advance and receive Ultimate Savings with rates starting at $99. Valid through December 31, 2009, Sun-Thurs.  Details here.

Pacific to Atlantic / Start in Valparaíso and take in the awe-inspiring landscapes of Chile, spend a day transiting the fascinating engineering feat of the Panama Canal, and relish the clear blue seas of the Caribbean. Deal:Join Crystal Symphony’s 15-day sailing from Valparaíso to Miami (#0201), January 8-23, 2010, and enjoy 2-for-1 pricing with fares beginning as low as $3,620/person, plus an “All-Inclusive, As You Wish” shipboard spending credit of $1,000 per person, good toward anything but cruise deposits and casino gaming.  Details here.

Changlang Beach, Trang Province, Thailand / The early bird catches the deal at Anantara Si Kao Resort & Spa. There’s no better time than the present to book that flight… DEAL: From now until December 20, book 40 days in advance, get 40% off the rate of a room or suite; 30 days in advance, 30% off; 20 days, 20% off, and 10 days, 10% off. Rates start at $191 for a Deluxe Sea View Room, and include tax and service charge and daily breakfast for two. Details here.

Beaver Creek / Park Hyatt Beaver Creek’s Technique Week deals for this ski season include accommodations, individual training by Ski Ambassadors, ski evaluation with video analysis, lift tickets, ski rentals, 15% discount on treatments at Allegria Spa, two dinners, two après ski parties, and take home amenities. ***New this year: book by November 15, and you can upgrade the lift ticket to an Epic season pass for $599, which gives you unrestricted (no blackout dates) and unlimited access to Vail, Beaver Creek, Breckenridge, Keystone, Arapahoe Basin, and Heavenly.

• Week One: December 9th-13th, 2009. 4 Nights, 3 Days Skiing. Regular Package: $2,299 per person or $3,899 for two people (double occupancy). Package w/EPIC Pass rather than lift tickets: $2,799 per person or $4,699 for two people (double occupancy)

• Week Two: December 13th-18th, 2009. 5 Nights, 4 Days Skiing. Regular Package: $2,899 per person or $4,699 for two people (double occupancy). Package w/EPIC Pass rather than lift tickets: $3,199 per person or $5,399 for two people (double occupancy)

• Week Three- January 6th-10th, 2010. 4 Nights, 3 Days Skiing. Regular Package: $2,799 per person or $4,299 for two people (double occupancy). Package w/EPIC Pass rather than lift tickets: $3,199 per person or $5,099 for two people (double occupancy)

To book a Technique Week, call Hotel Reservations at 970.827.6634 or e-mail resbeave@hyatt.com

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