Holiday Getaways from Historic Hotels of America
Ring in the Season
WASHINGTON, DC, October 19, 2006. With the hectic holiday season right around the corner, plan now to make some memories that will linger long after the gifts are opened and the decorations packed away. From Thanksgiving feasts to shopping extravaganzas, tree-trimming events and New Year's Eve galas, this collection of packages is sure to put you in a holiday frame of mind. A complete listing of nearly 50 seasonal packages from Historic Hotels of America is featured at http://www.historichotels.org/holiday_getaways.
The following are selected samples:
Green Mountain Inn, Stowe, Vt.
The Vermont Christmas Tree package allows guests at the Green Mountain Inn in Stowe, Vt., to choose a tree from a local Christmas tree farm and ship it home! The package also includes a two-night stay, full country breakfast and choice of a hand-painted Green Mountain Inn commemorative ornament or a copy of Walton Blodgett's watercolor "The Christmas Tree." (Available from November 26 through December 21, 2006; from $157-$269 per person, double occupancy.) Visit http://www.historichotels.org/hotel/154
The Providence Biltmore, Providence, R.I.
Relax in a warm and cozy room at the Providence Biltmore in Providence, R.I., after a fun-filled day of ice skating at the Bank of America's outdoor rink. Stay warm with a complimentary coffee at the hotel's own Starbuck's coffee house. The Skate and Stay package includes junior suite accommodations, ice skating admission and rental (weather permitting) and Starbucks coupon. $199 per package, maximum four persons. Visit http://www.historichotels.org/hotel/237
Mayflower Park Hotel, Seattle
Enjoy this holiday Shopper's Special package at the Mayflower Park Hotel in Seattle and take advantage of the chance to cross names off your gift list. Package includes a commemorative holiday ornament, discount coupons from downtown retailers and hot chocolate served on the hotel's mezzanine on the weekends. (Available from November 1 through December 30, 2006; from $149-$189 per night.) Visit http://www.historichotels.org/hotel/167
Historic Hotels of America, a program of the National Trust for Historic Preservation, has identified more than 200 hotels that have faithfully maintained their historic integrity, architecture and ambiance. To be selected for this program, a hotel must be at least 50 years old, listed in or eligible for the National Register of Historic Places or recognized as having historic significance. Reservations can be made though Historic Hotels of America www.historichotels.org.
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