Continental Airlines Vacations Launches Romance Packages
Looking for a way to plan an unforgettable honeymoon or romantic getaway...but you just don't have the time to do all the planning it requires? Check out the new SelectEscapes™ Luxury and SelectEscapes™ Romance vacation packages just launched by Continental Airlines Vacations®.
SelectEscapes Romance: With SelectEscapes Romance vacation packages, the two of you can arrange air, hotel, rental car, tours, and more with one stop. The program pampers couples with complimentary inclusions exclusive to the SelectEscapes Romance program like a bottle of wine and fruit basket in your room upon arrival, discounts on spa treatments, room upgrades, and more. The program offers a convenient payment option, allowing you to put down a deposit and pay the rest later.
Where: SelectEscapes Romance packages are available to Hawaii, Mexico and the Caribbean.
Where: Destination wedding packages are available to Mexico, the Caribbean and Las Vegas.
SelectEscapes Luxury: With SelectEscapes Luxury vacation packages, customers will fly in BusinessFirst™ or First Class on Continental Airlines®, get VIP transfers between airport and hotel, enjoy exceptional value at world-class hotels and resorts, and more.
Where: Luxury packages are available to a wide array of fabulous destinations around the world: Cancun, Riviera Maya, Puerto Vallarta, Riviera Nayarit, Jamaica, London, Las Vegas, Hawaii, Phoenix/Scottsdale, Sedona, Tucson, San Francisco, Napa/Sonoma, Marco Island, Naples and Orlando.
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Fairmont Offers Romantic Mini Moons
Sure you've got an eye on the budget, but that doesn't mean you have to sacrifice romance whether it's for your honeymoon or a romantic getaway. We've just received news of these numerous mini-'moon offers from Fairmont with locations in some of North America's most romantic places:
Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, Canadian RockiesFor an unforgettable honeymoon, mini-mooners can head to The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise for an alpine adventure at this picturesque romantic retreat in the heart of the Canadian Rockies. At this secluded retreat couples can stargaze at a night sky filled with thousands of twinkling lights as they stroll alongside the pristine trails that line famous Lake Louise. The resort's Mountain Romance package includes nightly accommodation, sparkling wine, chocolates and a bath amenity upon arrival in addition to breakfast for two daily.
- Rates start at $244 per night.
Fairmont Southampton, BermudaJust a two-hour flight from the East Coast, Bermuda is an obvious choice for an island mini-moon. The Fairmont Southampton is the ideal spot to enjoy the island's engaging climate, pink sand beaches, cerulean waters and spectacular sunsets. As part of the resort's Sizzling Summer offer, couples can stay four nights and enjoy a $400 dollar resort credit. This lets mini-mooners customize their getaway by using the resort credit at any of the onsite restaurants, the Willow Stream Spa, Jet Ski excursions or golf.
- Rates start at $299 per night.
Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa, CaliforniaCouples from San Francisco have been known to take their mini-moons to wine country, which is filled with everything you'd need for your ultimate romantic retreat. The Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa is particularly perfect for newlyweds with easy access to a world-class spa, fantastic golf, award-winning restaurants and natural mineral hot springs. With the Rejuvenation Package guests enjoy breakfast in bed daily, one 60-minute Spa treatment (up to a value of $159 USD) per person per paid night and complimentary access to the European Bathing Ritual, which features an exfoliating shower, two mineral water soaking pools, an herbal steam, dry sauna, and cool down showers.
- Rates start at $416 per night.
Fairmont Battery Wharf, BostonFrom world-class museums and performing arts to historic landmarks and beautiful green space, Boston offers endless opportunities for an enchanting urban mini-moon. Stroll through the narrow streets of the historic North End and let the Boston Harbor be the backdrop for this memorable getaway. Fairmont Battery Wharf, Boston's newest waterfront hotel, offers the perfect romantic escape with its Champagne Dream Package. This getaway includes overnight accommodation and a bottle of Champagne upon arrival.
- Rates start at $289 per night.
Fairmont Orchid, HawaiiHawaii is the quintessential honeymoon destination, and at The Fairmont Orchid on the Big Island's Kohala Coast you can live your dream mini-moon. Stay in the luxurious resort now through December and receive your third night free. And when you reserve an oceanfront room, you can also enjoy a $200 resort credit to spend on whatever you desire.
- Rates start at $449 per night.
Fairmont Le Château Montebello, QuebecIn Quebec, romance comes naturally at Fairmont Le Château Montebello, where active couples can enjoy horseback riding, golf, outdoor tennis, swimming, cross-country skiing, curling, dogsledding, tubing, Canada's only Land Rover Experience Driving School, and a brand new Spa on their fast-paced mini-moon. On top of all of the exhilarating activities at the resort, the Romance Getaway Package offers Moët & Chandon Champagne, fresh flowers and chocolates, romantic table d'hôte dinners at Aux Chantignoles restaurant, in-room breakfast and turndown service including luxurious bath products.
- Rates start at $337 per night.
Fairmont Mayakoba, Riviera Maya, MexicoFor a true taste of the exotic, go no further than Fairmont Mayakoba in Mexico's stunning Riviera Maya. The Sweet Deal Package offers a timeless experience for happy couples looking to celebrate. With a minimum 4-night stay, the package includes a $250 room credit per room, complimentary access to Willow Stream spa facilities, breakfast daily and a complimentary boat tour of the water canals with an ecology expert. For her, the purchase of any 60-minute à-la-carte spa service at regular price also comes with a 30-minute customized spa treatment. For him, the purchase of a round of golf at El Camaleón means he can play as many rounds as he wants on that same day.
- Rates start at $279 per night.
The Fairmont Algonquin, New BrunswickA soothing seaside retreat is an enchanting romantic escape for couples after their wedding, and with The Fairmont Algonquin, newlyweds need go no further than charming New Brunswick. Overlooking the historic Passamaquoddy Bay, the historical Tudor-style "Castle-by-the-Sea" is an idyllic retreat that offers couples romantic sunset cruises and sunny beaches in addition to fine dining and world-class golf. The resort's Let's Fall in Love Package includes a relaxing couple's massage at the award-winning Willow Stream Spa, sparkling wine and chocolate covered strawberries delivered to your room and breakfast in bed each morning.
- Rates start at $402 per night.
Fairmont Royal York, TorontoFor couples that love city life, a quick post-nuptial trip to Toronto has much to offer. At the Fairmont Royal York, stay in a hotel that has seen three generations of the British Royal Family pass through its doors with the Royal Romance Package. Starting with a romantic welcome gift consisting of a bottle of sparkling wine, a box of chocolates, and a copy of Twenty Love Poems by Pablo Neruda, you can also enjoy a cozy breakfast in bed for two each morning.
- Rates start at $257 per night.
The Fine Print: All packages unless noted otherwise are subject to availability, priced per room, per night, exclude taxes and are based on double occupancy. Prices quoted are in US dollars unless noted otherwise.
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Dreamy Deal of the Day: Sonesta St. Maarten
We've just received word of a new package that seems perfect for Lovetrippers: the "Share the Love" promotion at the two Sonesta St. Maarten resorts. The two-for-one special means you can stay all-inclusive and bring a friend all-inclusive for free at Sonesta Maho Beach Resort & Casino (
photo, right) and Sonesta Great Bay Beach Resort & Casino.
Dates: Valid for bookings made by June 30, 2009 for stays through December 15, 2009.
Price: All-inclusive rates for Sonesta Maho Beach Resort & Casino and Sonesta Great Bay Beach Resort & Casino are based on double occupancy and start at $230 per room, per night through December 19, 2009. Rates include all applicable taxes and service charges, activities program, food and beverage program, unlimited drinks alcoholic and non-alcoholic by the glass, non-motorized water sports and all resort amenities.
Why They're Dreamy: We've stayed at both these properties and they're both great for romantic travelers. Sonesta Maho Beach Resort & Casino is a "destination within a destination,” and it's ideal whether the two of you are looking for beach fun or exciting nightlife. The 537-room resort includes a large casino; two outdoor pools and beach; three restaurants; 40 boutiques and restaurants; four tennis courts; the expansive Good Life Spa, fitness center and more. Sonesta Great Bay Beach Resort & Casino, located within walking distance of Philipsburg (great for shopping!), is on a one-mile-long stretch of white beach. This resort includes three swimming pools, three restaurants, four bars, casino and spa.
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Curaçao Offers $200 Air Rebate, Free Hotel Night
There are plenty of good reasons to plan a summer romantic getaway in Curaçao (for starters, the Caribbean island is south of the hurricane zone and misses most storms). Here's another good reason: the Curaçao Now promotion which offers everything from an airline ticket rebate to a free night.
The Package: The Curaçao Now deals include:
· $200 per person credit on airline tickets
· Free night at the 17 participating hotels
· $140 food & beverage credit
· A free dive day
· A free car rental day
· Discounted admission to Curaçao’s many museums
· Half-price attractions, tours and transfers
· High value shopping discounts in downtown Willemstad, Curaçao’s capital
Booking Dates: You must book by July 15, 2009. Travel must be taken before July 1, 2009 or between August 15 and December 15, 2009. Curaçao Now is valid for U.S. and Canadian residents.
To book:Photo courtesy Curaçao Tourism BoardLabels: Caribbean, Dreamy Deal of the Day
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Flu-Free Guarantee Offered at Secrets, Dreams, Zoëtry Resorts & Spas
As H1N1 (better known as swine flu) continues to decline in Mexico, we're seeing some great rates and offers to encourage travel south of the border. This, however, is one of the most unique packages: Secrets Resorts & Spas, Zoëtry Wellness & Spa Resorts, and Dreams Resorts & Spas is offering a Flu-Free Guarantee that promises if you contract Influenza A-H1N1 during your vacation at their resorts, you'll get your next THREE vacations free of charge!
“The health and well-being of our resort employees and guests is a top priority for us. As a result, zero cases of influenza have been reported at any of our properties,” said Alex Zozaya, president and CEO of AMResorts, provider of sales, marketing and brand management services for Zoëtry Wellness & Spa Resorts, Secrets Resorts & Spas and Dreams Resorts & Spas. “During the last few weeks, we have continuously encouraged travel to Mexico based on the real facts about the H1N1 virus, and the sanitary protocols in place at all of our resorts.” All Secrets and Dreams Resorts & Spas follow the current American Hotel & Lodging Sanitation Measures and recently have taken additional heightened measures to ensure the highest level of sanitation and hygiene.
The Guarantee: The guarantee is valid from May - December 2009. The “Flu-Free Guarantee” H1N1 insurance details include:
- Must be qualified as Influenza A - H1N1. Positive blood results in addition to certification of the doctor who performed the test are required
- Applies to guests that booked May 8, 2009 through June 30, 2009 for travel taking place May 8, 2009 through December 20, 2009
- Valid for same vacation (land only) to return once per year over the next 3 years and only for the original traveler plus one companion. Blackout dates and restrictions apply
- Applicable to Secrets, Zoëtry Wellness & Spa Resorts, and Dreams Resorts & Spas only
More SavingsAll Zoëtry Wellness & Spa Resorts, Secrets and Dreams Resorts & Spas are offering deep discounts:
Spring Escapes:
Zoëtry Wellness & Spa Resorts
- Up to 37 percent discount
Secrets Resorts & Spas
- Up to 55 percent discount
- $200 in resort credit
Dreams Resorts & Spas
- Up to 40 percent discount
- Up to $250 in resort credit
- Two kids stay free with two adults
Discounts are valid for bookings made from May 1 - June 15, 2009 for travel through December 23, 2009 (actual dates vary by resort and can be booked directly on the brands’ websites).
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For More Information About Dreams Resorts & Spas: Photo courtesy Dreams Palm Beach Puerto Aventuras
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