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Hotel Hook-Up: Mandarin Oriental, Miami

Tuesday, January 29th, 2013

Looking for a warm getaway this February? Hotels.com is currently offering a cannot-pass-up 48-hour deal at the beautiful and luxurious Mandarin Oriental, Miami hotel. Starting today, save 20% on all bookings at this five-star hotel between the dates of Feb. 13-18 – a peak time in February because of Florida’s largest annual event – the Miami International Boat Show.

The Miami International Boat Show features yachts, power boats, and sail boats alike, spreading across  three different locations in Miami, making it the best spot to preview the new boating season. Whether you’re a boating enthusiast or a nautical novice, you’ll find fantastic vessels, apparel and accessories to check out throughout the show.

Even if you’re more of a land-dweller, we definitely recommend you take advantage of this opportunity as the hotel on its own offers everything you need to have an extraordinary stay. Gorgeous suites, waterside dining, spa treatment, a coastline infinity pool and a private beach…once you check in, you’ll never want to leave.

If you’re looking for an unforgettable vacation mid-February, don’t miss out on this opportunity! Visit the Mandarin Oriental here on Hotels.com for more details.

 
 

 

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Hotel Hook-Up: Ambassador Hotel NOLA

Friday, January 25th, 2013

New Orleans is hotbed of activity at the moment. With Mardi Gras celebrations underway and Super Bowl XLVII only days away, the city is buzzing with visitors and space is limited. At this point, securing affordable lodging in the Big Easy can be all but that.

Fortunately, Hotels.com is currently offering  a great NOLA deal for you that will make you want to start your own parade.

The Ambassador Hotel New Orleans is offering rates at 50% off, from now until Feb. 28, 2013.

Though some blackout dates do apply, including Super Bowl weekend, you can still enjoy pre-and-post-game festivities at the parades that take place across the city throughout the month, and experience New Orleans’ best nightlife of the year, as Fat Tuesday falls this year on Feb. 12, 2013.

Only a very short walk from Bourbon Street, the Ambassador Hotel is located in the very heart of a city known for just that, its heart. Explore shops, listen to music, indulge in the food, and immerse yourself in the culture that makes NOLA such an attractive destination for visitors and vacationers every year!

 
 

 

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Three Cheers for a College Bowl Vacation!

Monday, December 12th, 2011

Where will you be when your favorite team plays this year? (Photo courtesy of sports.espn.go.com)

Sure this time of year is all about holiday cheer, but if you are a collegiate football fan then cheer might mean supporting your favorite team in one of the upcoming bowl games.

College Bowl Games begin next weekend through January 9th, 2012 when the BCS Championship Bowl Game is played between Alabama and LSU. And whether or not you agree with which Bowl your team may have been selected for (BCS and ESPN hand in hand), College Bowl games are a great excuse for a vacation.

There are plenty of events and opportunities to interact with the team and coaches and of course, the game itself. And let’s not forget all the attractions that the host city has to offer. According to a recent article by Businessweek, 16 states (including the District of Columbia) are directly involved financially in supporting their bowls, understanding that more than $1.75 billion in economic impact is generated in the respective regions.

With 35 Bowl games this year to choose from, I’m highlighting a few standouts for the combination of destination, competitive match-up, and hotel deals.

Maaco Bowl Las Vegas – Las Vegas, NV

December 22, 2011

Some say 11-1 Boise State deserve a BCS bowl for their impressively played season. Regardless, Las Vegas is one of the most hospitable and entertaining destinations in the world. Check out these hotel deals in Las Vegas.

Sheraton Hawaii Bowl – Honolulu, HI

December 24, 2011

Who doesn’t want to add a little hula to their football revelry? Nevada and Southern Miss fans can take in some Hawaiian hospitality in Honolulu while cheering on their favorite teams. There are some great hotel deals in this tropical paradise. The only downside to this match-up? Airfare.

Champs Sports Bowl – Orlando, FL

December 29, 2011

This year FSU and Notre Dame are competitively matched for what should be a great game AND they get to share in a week of events and some theme park fun in Orlando. After all, what athlete doesn’t dream of saying after a victory “I’m going to Disneyworld!”

Outback Bowl – Tampa, FL

January 2, 2012

My Georgia Bulldawgs are taking on Michigan State University in Tampa. Tampa has such a great mix of what I like to call sun, sand and something fun to do at night. Stay at nearby beaches in town to enjoy Tampa’s dining, shopping and entertainment.

Valero Alamo Bowl – San Antonio, TX

December 29, 2011

Want a chance to see the Heisman winner lead Baylor to a Bowl victory over Washington or looking for a good excuse to see the famed River Walk? Either way, plan a New Year’s trip to San Antonio.

Allstate BCS Championship Game – New Orleans, LA

January 9, 2012

I just love a good SEC battle and while the game alone may be reason to travel, New Orleans is at its best when there’s a reason to celebrate. Take advantage of the festivities and book your hotel stay in New Orleans this week on Hotels.com. You can save up to 40% on your accommodations.

Headed to a different game? Check out Hotels.com to see even more bowl game hotel deals.

 
 

 

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Black Friday Hotel Deals

Thursday, November 24th, 2011

Treat yourself to a Christmas vacation at the beach this year with our Black Friday sales. (Photo courtesy of vieiracalado.blogspot.com)

Who says Black Friday deals are only for malls and big box retailers? Now you can save up to 50% off on more than 300 properties in highly desired destinations through the hotels.com Four Day Sale starting at midnight on November 25, 2011.

With temperatures cooling down and school and workloads typically becoming lighter, December is a great time to fit in one last vacation before 2012. Whether you want to treat yourself or surprise a loved one with a special getaway, hotels.com is offering deals to suit everyone’s inner explorer.

Snuggle up with a cup of tea, pumpkin pie leftovers and a laptop to book these deals and more on Thanksgiving night:

Book a trip south of the border to the beautiful European-like Buenos Aires, Argentina where you’ll not only find gourmet cuisine, but also awesome shopping and a pulsing social scene. Stay in the Recoleta area of Buenos Aires at the Unique Luxury Park Plaza where you’ll be within one mile of Plaza Libertad, Teatro Nacional Cervantes, and National Museum of Fine Arts. Or stay in the heart if it all at the Unique Art Madero where you’ll be a short walk from the Ethnographic Museum and Plaza de Mayo.

Or plan a relaxing trip to the sandy beaches, lush waterfalls, and tropical landscapes of Jamaica where the average temperature is between 80-86°F. If you’re looking for a resort near Negril, stay in the beachfront Riu Palace Tropical Bay All Inclusive, which includes five restaurants, four bars, a range of indoor and outdoor sports options, a health spa, sauna and more. If you’re looking to stay in Montego Bay you can save 50% off the Sunset Beach Resort Spa and Waterpark All Inclusive as well as the RIU Montego Bay All Inclusive.

If you want to stay closer to home but still want an exciting new travel experience, consider the artsy, grunge and coffee loving Seattle, Washington. Stay in the Mediterranean where you’ll have panoramic views of the Space Needle and the ferries crossing Elliot Bay. And don’t worry, there’s a Starbucks coffee shop in the lobby.

If you’d rather book last minute or on your mobile device there are other sales and deals this holiday weekend. Last-minute sales and Deals of the Day allow you to book flash deals that are about to slip through the cracks. Don’t forget, the hotels.com mobile apps let you book anywhere.

More great Black Friday hotel deals will be announced at midnight Friday, so make sure to visit hotels.com to save big!

Have a safe and happy Thanksgiving from the Travel Smart Blog!

 
 

 

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Hotel Booking ‘On the Fly’ – Literally!

Tuesday, September 6th, 2011

JT Holmes is booking a hotel room while skydiving!

Remember the last time you jumped out of a plane and thought, “Oh shoot! I forgot to book a hotel for my family getaway this weekend!” – wasn’t that horrible? Didn’t you wish there was a way to easily and quickly book a hotel room from almost anywhere, even at the very last minute?

All kidding aside, not many travelers find themselves jumping out of airplanes like extreme athlete and stuntman, JT Holmes (pictured above), but a vast majority do have a need to book accommodations on-the-go or in-a-pinch – especially as the use of mobile devices as consumer travel tools increases.

In tune with this trend and the needs of travelers, hotels.com continues to launch new applications with sophisticated functionality, such as its high-speed mobile booking application, which allows users to book rooms at its network of almost 140,000 worldwide hotels.

What’s more, today, hotels.com launched an exciting, “extreme” campaign centered on this valuable app; teaming up world-renowned skydiver, JT Holmes, to put on a wild digital demonstration to prove just how easy it is to book a room while doing just about anything – even flying at over 115 miles per hour in a 15,000 foot freefall!



This stunt is a live-action version of a hotels.com animated television commercial.

This stunt is a live-action version of an animated television commercial, produced by hotels.com, in which claymated characters also book a hotel room while on a skydiving vacation.

The hotels.com mobile booking app, which has been downloaded over a million times by iPhone and Android users, features exclusive mobile deals and over 20,000 last minute deals. It is available in more than 30 languages in more than 70 countries, and can access past and future reservations, even when offline. Mobile GPS functionality will allow the app to find the closest hotels with the best deals, based on a user’s current location. welcomerewards® loyalty points can also be tracked and redeemed through the app.

Download it yourself, or visit TheSmarterApp.com, to learn more!

 
 

 

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Fall into Football

Tuesday, September 6th, 2011


Football season is back and it's the perfect excuse to travel. (Photo courtesy of associatedcontent.com)

Football season is back! Whether you love the NFL or the NCAA, the next 12 weeks should definitely satisfy the most committed armchair quarterbacks. But why sit idly by at home when you can join tens of thousands of spirited fans clad in team colors and shouting for a win? Traveling to see your team play is a great way to renew your commitment to the team and even explore some of those “away” game destinations.

Hotels.com is featuring a Football Sale on its website, promoting savings up to 30%. Here are a few examples:

Ann Arbor, MI – Sheraton Ann Arbor Hotel: from $149/night.

Chicago – Hotel Felix: from $114/night.

New Orleans – Embassy Suites Hotel New Orleans: from $79/night plus 3rd night free.

San Diego – Humphrey’s Half Moon Inn & Suites: from $84/night.

Tampa – Wyndham Westshore Hotel: from $84/night.

If you are flying, remember that airfare into small towns is more expensive. Most college towns are located within driving distance to a major city; check flights into the larger cities and look for car rental deals or a city shuttle.

Some of the airlines are putting out their fall and football airfare sales this week. Check Southwest, Delta, American, and Spirit airlines for some of those deals.   And note that most fare sales only last a day or two with limited seats for sale.  If you want to go, you’ll have to book quickly to score the big savings. United Airlines often posts Twitter exclusive fares, called Twares, so be sure to follow airlines that offer the routes that interest you.

What team will you be rooting for this football season?

 
 

 

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New York City Steals and Deals

Tuesday, August 23rd, 2011


New York City is beautiful when the leaves change colors and it's the perfect time to book a trip. (Photo courtesy of scienceline.org)

I’m not sure if there truly is a more lovely time to visit New York City than in the fall. It’s still warm outside but not blistering hot, the crowds are noticeably fewer but the energy that only exists in NYC is still vibrant and pulsing, and traveling in and around the city is also more affordable after its peak summer season.

From 30 percent off your stay to free nights, savings abound at some of the city’s top hotels.  Check out the hotels special deals in New York from Hotels.com.  Here are just a few deals worth noting:

-Save 40% off at The Alex

-Rates from $319.20 per night (down from $456) at the W New York plus stay three nights and get 20% off your stay.

-Save 20% when you stay one night at the Sheraton New York Hotel and Towers.

-Save 25% on stays before September 30, 2011 at the Flatotel New York.

-Pardon our dust! There’s a Renovation special at the Thirty Thirty Hotel New York with rates as low as $142 per night for stays before December 31, 2011.

With summer’s winding down, airfare prices are also taking a dip. Here are a few examples of great fares that I have found. Check airfarewatchdog.com to see the prices from your origination city.

  • $95 RT from Chicago on Delta, United and Continental
  • $144 RT on American from Miami
  • $164 RT on Southwest from Chicago (MDW). No minimum stay required.
  • $198 RT on Airtran from Atlanta to LGA
  • $238 RT on Frontier from San Francisco.

And when you’re there, consider some of these great ideas for strolling, sightseeing and shopping in New York City.

 
 

 

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Last-Minute Labor Day Hotel Deals

Tuesday, August 16th, 2011

There’s still time to plan one last long summer weekend getaway! Take advantage of last minute deals and the upcoming Labor Day Weekend to squeeze in a trip.

It's not too late to plan a fun-filled Labor Day Weekend Vacation. (Photo courtesy of photographyalbumstoday.com)

If you want to fly, airlines are beginning to post their Labor Day fares and most will require a 14-day advanced purchase, so get booking! As for where to stay, Hotels.com has a number of deals with savings up to 30 percent in hundreds of cities for its Labor Day Sale.

Travel Tip: You will score the most savings if your schedule is a little bit flexible. Traveling on the Thursday before and the Tuesday after a holiday weekend is less competitive and therefore less expensive.

If you need some inspiration, try out one of these vacation destinations for a salute to summer.

Hotel Deals in Acapulco

For an unbelievable last minute hotel deal, rates at the Fairmont Acapulco Princess are just $100 a night beginning August 22nd.

Hotel Deals in Bend

Now’s a great time to visit the Pacific Northwest! The whole family will enjoy a visit to the Brasada Ranch in Bend, Oregon. Then go from the country to the city with a visit to nearby Portland. The temperature is just right for some unique experiences and great seafood.

Hotel Deals in Miami, FL

The stars are shining day and night on Miami Beach and the deals aren’t so bad either. Stay at the South Beach Plaza Hotel from $84 per night. If you stay three nights, you’ll save an additional 30 percent on your visit. You can get your fourth night free with a stay at the acclaimed Fontainebleau Miami Beach.

Hotel Deals in New Orleans

Airfarewatchdog.com is reporting some great flight deals into the Big Easy for Labor Day weekend on Southwest Airlines. Tickets do require a 14-day advanced purchase. Stay at the 3-star Queen & Crescent Hotel from just $63 per night and you can save up to 50% on your visit of three or more nights.

Hotel Deals in San Diego

Save 20% on your stay at the Hard Rock Hotel San Diego located in the Gas Lamp Quarter from just $179 per night.  The Best Western Yacht Harbor Hotel from just $121 per night is a summer steal. The hotel offers free Wi-Fi and complimentary breakfast each morning.

Are you planning on taking a Labor Day Weekend vacation? Where will you be traveling?


 
 

 

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Kick Off August with the hotels.com 48 Hour Sale

Tuesday, August 2nd, 2011

Summer always seems to fly by, but it’s not too late to fit in another sand, sun, and surf filled adventure to an exotic locale or a short jaunt close to your home.

Today and tomorrow, hotels.com is running a 48-hour sale where you can save up to 50% on select hotels to places like Orlando, San Diego, Chicago, and even Barcelona.

So what are you waiting for? Book your hotel, pack your bags, and enjoy the last month of summer because it won’t be here again for another year. Where will you be taking your end of the season vacation?

 
 

 

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Summer Kick-Off! Last Minute Memorial Day Deals

Tuesday, May 24th, 2011

Even though Mother Nature has seemingly forgotten that summer is quickly approaching in Colorado, I am confident that she will not fail me for a gorgeous Memorial Day ushering in summer this weekend.

Did it creep up on you too? Have no fear because last minute deals abound and there are great spots ripe for the picking for your next long weekend getaway.

The Cayman Islands are a great place to kick-off summer. (Photo courtesy of travel.nytimes.com)


In 2010, over 281 million people visited U.S. National Parks, and this year, they’re expecting their biggest numbers ever. I, for example, am spending the weekend at Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve.

And if you are looking for a last minute getaway and don’t know where to go, here are my suggestions with the help of my friends at hotels.com.

Orlando

It will be hot, the lines will be long, but nothing says welcome to summer quite like a trip to Orlando and a visit to the theme parks and hotel prices are too good to pass up. You can save up to 50% on your stay through hotels.com.

Suggestions: The Coco Key Hotel and Water Resort is an affordable and fun spot where you can cool off in the hotel pools when the Florida sun gets too hot; or rent your own private home with its own pool thru Legacy Vacation Homes.

Chicago

I can’t say enough about Chicago in the summer time. Haven’t been? Now’s your chance to go with huge hotel savings from hotels.com!

Suggestions: The Allerton Hotel on Magnificent Mile, the Radisson Chicago O’Hare and The Hotel Felix are fun, affordable options in the heart of Chi-Town.

Charleston, SC

One of my favorite cities for a summer stroll is Charleston, South Carolina. You can’t go wrong with a stay in the historic district or on the coastal sand dunes.

Suggestions: In the heart of old Charleston you can stay at the historic Francis Marion Hotel.

Stay 3 nights and save 30% at the ResortQuest Rentals at Kiawah Island located on the Atlantic Ocean.

Austin

I love everything about Austin from the music to the food, and spending some time in the summer down south is always a blast.

Suggestions: The Omni Austin Hotel at South Park is a great family-friendly option, with rooms starting at just $116 on hotels.com

Cayman Islands

If your passports are ready then catch a plane and a deal when you visit The Cayman Islands this summer!

Suggestions: Treasure Island Resort is a 2 ½ star affordable lodging option with three pools and a private beach.

The Westin Casuarina Resort & Spa – Seven Mile Beach features open-air restaurants, a gorgeous beachfront and the Westin Kids Club.

What are your favorite places to visit in the summer? Will you be taking any trips this year?

 
 

 

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