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Omni San Diego Offers SAY NO TO SNOW Holiday Deal


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A great warm weather getaway for the holidays, the Omni San Diego Hotel is offering an exclusive "Say No to Snow" fall and winter travel package for families and couples looking to spend their holidays away from the cold.

From November 20, 2011 through January 5, 2012, the Omni San Diego will be offering the "Say No to Snow" holiday package, starting at $139/night and includes the following:

  • Overnight deluxe accommodations for two
  • Peppermint margaritas for two at McCormick & Schmick’s restaurant
  • A bottle of sunscreen upon check-in
  • Complimentary valet parking
  • A 10% off Macy's gift card for last-minute holiday shopping
  • Guide to the hottest holiday happenings in San Diego
  • The hotel concierge is on hand to arrange surf lessons, kayaking, stand-up paddle boarding and/or sailing while visiting the land of sunshine
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Vacation Like a Royal on Any Budget


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In honor of the Royal Couple's visit to California this week, The California Travel & Tourism Commission (CTTC) has declared summer 2011 "The Royal Summer" and compiled a variety of Royal Summer packages and deals so that travelers can Vacation Like a Royal on any Budget when visiting the Golden State.

There's something for everyone at every price range – from value-driven hotels and resorts to over-the-top luxury suites – even private tours such as "The Royal Yosemite Tour" of Yosemite National Park, the "Royal Behind-The-Scenes Tour" of the California Academy of Sciences and "Royal Share the Love" experience at Monterey Bay Aquarium. Royal highness can be achieved on Golden Gate Helicopters' "Royal Helicopter Tour" of the Bay Area. For folks who prefer to stay at sea level, Hornblower Cruises presents "Royal & Romantic Cruise for Two" yacht charters out of Marina del Rey, Newport Beach and San Diego.

Here are some more examples of what you can do:

Anderson: Cruise Like Royalty on the Majestic Titan
Relax and dine in comfort on beautiful Shasta Lake on Jones Valley Resort's 65-foot Titan houseboat, including an open-air hot tub, a widescreen television and home theater system, a full wet bar and a fireplace. Your Royal Experience begins here.

Chester: A Romantic Getaway
Dine under the stars, breakfast in your room and a 1-hour massage. This is the perfect package for couples. Your Royal Experience begins here.Read more

How To Avoid Going Goofy At Disneyland


 Disneyland

I just returned from a spontaneous weekend trip to Disneyland with my husband and two daughters, ages 11 months and 3 1/2 years. Most of my friends thought we were crazy and, in hindsight, we may have been!

My oldest daughter had a great time touring Disneyland and she'll always remember meeting Mickey and Minnie Mouse. However, I learned a lot from this trip and the next time we make a visit to the "happiest place on earth," I'll spend more time planning. So to help other mothers plan a more perfect Disneyland getaway, I put together several tips based on the lessons I learned during this experience.

1. Character Dining
Make the most of your time at the park and skip the "Meet and Greet" lines for Disney characters. Waiting in the "Meet and Greet" lines doesn't always guarantee you'll meet your character of choice. Opt instead for Character Dining, where your child is guaranteed to get an up-close encounter with their favorite Character. You'll find these opportunities at:

  • Disneyland Park - Plaza Inn Disney California Adventure - Ariel's Disney Princess Celebration
  • Disneyland Hotel - Goofy's Kitchen
  • Grand Californian - Storytellers Breakfast
  • Paradise Pier Hotel - PCH Grill Breakfast
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Universal CityWalk Offers 'The Awesome Date' Package


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This is a great date night idea for residents of the Los Angeles, California area or travelers visiting Universal CityWalk. "The Awesome Date" is a new package from Universal CityWalk that includes dinner, a movie and valet parking - for just $25 a person!

Available Monday – Thursday, you get dinner for two at one of CityWalk's participating dining locations, two tickets to a movie of your choice at CityWalk Cinemas, plus valet parking. Participating CityWalk restaurants include Andrew's Panda Inn, Camacho's Cantina, Samba Brazilian Steakhouse & Lounge, Wolfgang Puck Bistro, Hard Rock Cafe Hollywood, Buca di Beppo, Jillian's, Johnny Rockets Restaurant & Sports Lounge and the Karl Strauss Brewing Company. The restaurants have special dinner for two menus that include appetizers, entrees, and beverages.

For the movie, CityWalk Cinemas feature 19 auditoriums with ultra-plush stadium-style rocker seats, a state-of-the-art projection and sound system and nine 3D equipped theatre screens. Guests can also opt to upgrade their "Awesome Date" to include a 3D movie when making their reservation. Read more

Orbitz Launches 48-Hour California Hotel Sale


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Launching today (and lasting only 48 hours), Orbitz is having one of their sexiest sales ever with their 48-Hour California hotel sale (2/14-2/16). Not only is California a great place to take family vacations, lay on the beach, enjoy the wine country, relax on the golf course or have a day at the spa… it's trendy and sexy!

According to a new survey from Orbitz, San Francisco is the country's sexiest city! Orbitz collected the data as part of their 2011 Valentine's Travel Survey, asking users to select from one of six selected sexy destinations. Here is a breakdown of the results as well some info on why San Francisco is so attractive to A-listers.

San Francisco – #1
A host of Michelin-starred restaurants, a short drive to world class wine country and a thriving nightlife make San Francisco a sexy spot for everyone from dot.com millionaires to celebs looking to escape L.A (Paris Hilton and Leonardo DiCaprio were recently spotted at S.F.'s swanky Redwood Room). The City By the Bay is also the backdrop for one of the year's hottest movies (The Social Network) and home to A-Listers like Clint Eastwood, Sharon Stone and the guys from Green Day. Read more

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego Offers Intervention Pool Party Package Labor Day Weekend


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With Labor Day just around the corner, travelers looking for that last-minute getaway to celebrate the end of summer in style will enjoy Hard Rock Hotel San Diego's Intervention Pool Party and overnight package. As the prime roof top location to party like a rock star, Hard Rock Hotel San Diego is offering four days of entertainment at three venues - and a great excuse to head to America's Finest City for all the fun and sun guests can handle.

Labor Day travelers looking for a place to crash can take advantage of Hard Rock Hotel's Intervention Packages, starting at $279 and includes contemporary overnight accommodations and two VIP entry tickets for the Sunday Intervention Pool Party. Reservations can be made at www.hardrockhotelsd.com or by calling 888-593-6177.

The weekend begins Thursday, Sept. 2, 2010 at hotel nightclub 207 with techno-remix masters Jump Smokers, who have developed a cult following in nightclubs from Las Vegas to Los Angeles. On Friday, rapper Flo Rida will perform live at 207 with doors opening at 9 pm. On Saturday, guests can sunbathe and socialize at Float pool lounge with sounds by deejay Brent Bartel and the party continues at night with Theron at the outdoor venue and Chris Cutz spinning at 207. Read more

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego Offers I'm on a Boat Package


 Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

How would you like to cruise around San Diego's bay with your own personal captain, and then enjoy the luxurious accommodations of Hard Rock Hotel San Diego?

Located at the entrance of San Diego's Gaslamp Quarter, Hard Rock Hotel San Diego just announced a package that allows you to take in the very best of the downtown area and cruise the warm waters of San Diego's beaches with the new "I'm on a Boat" package.

Featuring up to 45% savings on boat rentals at the SBR Yacht Chart Club, the package includes a two-hour boat rental with a private captain for you and up to 11 of your closest friends. You have a choice of either a Formula 40 Performance Cruiser, featuring a spacious cabin and twin turbo engines or an elegant Sea Ray 310 cruiser with flat screen televisions and an onboard barbecue. Guests also receive overnight accommodations for two nights in a studio room or suite, a hearty breakfast for two at retro-chic diner Maryjane's, and VIP access to the hotel's nightclubs, 207 and Float.Read more

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