Hotels

Now that the hustle and bustle of the holiday season is over, it's time to relax. The perfect place to unwind is the JW Marriott New Orleans. Now through May 1, 2012, the French Quarter hotel is giving you a chance to escape from it all.

Book the Escape! Spa Package at the JW Marriott New Orleans and receive:

• Upgraded deluxe corner king French Quarter accommodations
• Choice of one of the following one-hour spa treatments:
• Swedish Massage: A classic full-body massage involving long, kneading strokes that promote relaxation, ease muscle aches, relieve tension and improve circulation
• Deep Cleaning Facial: A revitalizing treatment that begins with a therapeutic facial and eye treatment followed by a face, neck and shoulder massage

Package rates start at $159 per night. Be sure promotional code SPA appears in the Corporate/Promotional code box when making your online reservation, or call 1-888-364-1200 in the U.S. and ask for promotional code SPA.

The New Orleans hotel and spa features an environment that will renew, rejuvenate and replenish your body and soul. Treat yourself this year at JW Marriott New Orleans!

For more information or to make a reservation, call 1-888-364-1200 or visit www.JWMarriottNewOrleans.com.

Don't wave "goodbye" to summer just yet! Priority Club Rewards, the hotel loyalty program from IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group), just added Last Minute Rewards to its family of point redemption offerings with Reward Nights at 50 percent off.

Priority Club Rewards members can redeem points for Last Minute Reward Nights at select hotels the first full weekend of every month. For example, members can visit priorityclub.com/lastminute Aug. 2 through 4 and save 50 percent when they redeem points for Reward Nights stays at nearly 90 IHG hotels worldwide Aug. 5 through 7. This weekend's Last Minute Reward Nights includes hotels across the U.S., Europe, Latin America, Mexico, China and Asia including:

U.S., Canada and Mexico

• InterContinental Buckhead Atlanta (Georgia, U.S.)
• Candlewood Suites Orlando (Florida, U.S.)
• Holiday Inn Express Toronto-North York (Ontario, Canada)
• InterContinental Presidente Puebla (Mexico)

Europe

• InterContinental Berlin (Germany)
• Holiday Inn Express Derby - Pride Park (England)
• Crowne Plaza Prague (Czech Republic)
• Holiday Inn Paris - Montmartre (France)

San Juan Marriott Resort turned 16 this year and to celebrate, the resort has some sweet savings and offers. They just introduced the Sweet 16 Package, offering a savings of 25% along with THREE incredible island tours, daily breakfast, VIP lounge access, dinner and more.

The Sweet 16 Package includes:

• Deluxe Accommodations for two adults and two children
• Daily Breakfast for four at the newly renovated La Vista Latin Grill
• Executive Lounge Access
• One dinner for four at Ristorante Tuscany
• $16 / day resort credit
• Old San Juan City Tour*
• Bio Bay Tour*
• El Yunque Rainforest Tour*

The Sweet 16 Package starts at $454/night, requires a four night minimum stay and is valid for travel from July 1 - December 31 2011. To book call 1-800-228-9290 or visit www.marriottsanjuan.com and request promo code YX1.

But that's not all! From now through the end of 2011, the resort will also introduce a new promotion each month as part of its "Sweet 16 Series".Read more

June 30, 2011 is the second annual Social Media Day. To celebrate, six resorts are offering some unique giveaways across their respective social networking platforms. Check out the six reasons to stay 'wired' on this day:

1) Sandpearl Resort / www.sandpearl.com / www.facebook.com/ClearwaterFlorida/ @sandpearlresort
Facebook users who "like" Sandpearl and post a photo of themselves on property (tagging Sandpearl Resort in their photo), receive 25% off an Ice Cream pedicure at the Spa. (must be booked on Social Media Day, but can be redeemed on a future date.)

2) San Juan Marriott / www.marriottsanjuan.com / www.facebook.com/sanjuanmarriott / @sanjuanmarriott
Keep an eye on the San Juan Marriott's Facebook page and Twitter feed for offers throughout the day. The resort will be posting and sharing special "Social Media Day Only" offers such as free upgrades, complimentary drinks and value-added amenities.Read more

Morning Star Marriott Beach Club, located in St. Thomas, just announced its VIP Morning Star Experience package, offering over a 40% savings for guests craving a luxury vacation at a reasonable rate.

The package includes:

• accommodations in room category of choice
• $200 Food and Beverage credit good towards any of the resort's beachfront dining locations - Coco Joe's, The Sand Bar at Havana Blue or Havana Blue Restaurant.
• iPod Shuffle to keep
• iTunes $25 card

Looking to escape for the weekend or indulging in a staycation in San Francisco? Just in time for summer, Crescent Hotel San Francisco is offering a "Treat for Two" weekend of primping and pampering, a bubbly limo ride and cocktails at the Burritt Room. The package is available June 1 through August 31, 2011 without any blackout dates, based on first come, first served basis.

Priced at $449 (all taxes included), the "Treat for Two" includes:

• A two-night stay in a Crescent Hotel Suite with late check out
• Roundtrip car service from City Sights Limo to and from the barber lounge; a one hour city tour at your leisure with a chilled bottle of Saint Hilaire Champagne
• Signature one hour pedicure for him/her and a one hour custom massage for him/her at the Barber Lounge. One appointment per person scheduled at the same time by the Crescent
• Two seasonal cocktails at the Burritt Room

To book the "Treat for Two" package, call the Crescent Hotel San Francisco directly at (415) 400-0560. For more information visit www.crescentsf.com.

Mago Estate Hotel, on the lush Caribbean island of St. Lucia, recognizes that with rising gas prices, increased airport tax at Hewanorra Airport and uncertain economic times, saving money is on the minds of travelers even as they need a getaway more than ever. The eco-friendly resort is offering new and strategic deals so sun-seekers can take that much needed vacation without draining the piggy bank.

$500 Airfare Credit
From now until June 30, guests who book a five-night stay or longer will receive a $500 airfare credit per room, when booked directly with the hotel. Deducted from the final bill, the wallet-friendly promotion also includes a complimentary room upgrade based on availability.

Free Nights
From June 1 – September 4, guests who book five nights pay for only four, a minimum savings of $200 depending on room category. Guests who book seven nights pay for only five nights, a minimum savings of $400 depending on room category. Read more

Have you ever wanted to vacation like a VIP? You can this summer, thanks the Hyatt Regency Bonaventure Conference Center and Spa's "Vacation Like a VIP" package, available exclusively at "Lauderdale Luxe Collection" properties. Features include discounted hotel accommodations, amenities and destination savings.

The 23-acre retreat, located in Weston, is only minutes from the Fort Lauderdale International Airport and is pulling out all the stops this summer with this exclusive offer. The Vacation Like a VIP package is available June 1 through October 15, 2011 and includes:

• $159 per room, per night
• Complimentary room upgrade
• Complimentary valet parking
• Super Summer Savings 2-for-1 card valued at $200, good for area attractions
• $25 American Express Gift Card
• $100 resort credit toward dining, golf at Bonaventure Country Club and spa treatments at Red Door Lifestyle Spa, Elizabeth Arden