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Travel Deals: Holiday Savings Heading Your Way

Locations in this article:  San Diego, CA

The holiday season is upon us. It’s time for family dinners, festive decorations, parades, gifts and travel deals. Keep reading to see how you create new family traditions, or can get away from it all or even get your shopping done while taking a mini-vacation.

Hit the Slopes in New Hampshire

It’s always great to check out a property post renovation. Not only can you be guaranteed new design and amenities, but often hotels have deals and promotions to get you in the door. In New Hampshire, the Hanover Inn has completed a $40 million transformation to all guest rooms and public spaces. Check out the changes with two of the property’s current promotions.

The “Ski and Stay” package has a full day pass for two to the Dartmouth Skiway and includes breakfast for two.   Rates start at $269 per night. Remember to use promotional code PKGSKISTAY. The “Holiday Romance Experience” comes with a bottle of wine and a holiday memento. The deal runs from November 18 through December 30 and  starts at $239 a night. To book, go online or call 800-443-7024.

Satisfy Your Inner Shopaholic in San Diego

Looking for some seasonal shopping and travel savings? The Kimpton’s Hotel Solamar in San Diego is offering a double discount with its retail therapy package. The package includes 25 percent off the best available rate and a coupon passport book for Horton Plaza, the local outdoor Westfield mall. It also offers morning coffee and tea service in the living room, a hosted evening wine reception, two local beers, 24-hour access to in-house fitness room, and for Kimpton InTouch members– complimentary wireless Internet access. You can book now for stays between November 17 and December 30. Rates start at $132 per night. Book online or call (877) 230-0300 and mention rate code PSHP.

Get Back to Nature in Utah

Can’t get enough of Autumn’s colors?  Head on over to Zion Lodge in Zion Park, Utah. Surrounded by pristine wilderness, Zion Lodge is offering discounted rates for its “Fall into Great Deals” promotion now through November 30. The promotion features discounts up to 24 percent. With temperatures generally in the mid-60s, the park presents a great opportunity to take in the beautiful fall foliage at its peak as you enjoy hiking, backpacking, bicycling, and many other outdoor activities.

Rates begin at $134 per night for motel rooms, $144 for Western Cabins, and $154 for suites, Sunday through Thursday.  Rates increase slightly for Friday and Saturday.

Experience Southern California With Style

Temperatures are starting to drop on the east coast, but it’s still sunny in Southern California. Take advantage of the beautiful weather and find savings now through January 13, 2013, with the Ritz-Carlton, Marina del Rey. You can buy two nights and stay for three with one complimentary night. The package applies to deluxe accommodations and guests can elevate to Club Level for an additional $100 per nights. Rates start start at $319. Click here to book.

Take in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade

The Mandarin Oriental Hotel is offering parade lovers a chance to see the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade as few ever will. Their package offers exclusive ballroom access to view the parade on November 22. Rates start at $2,050 based on double occupancy for a two-night stay, To book call 866-801-8880 or visit online.

The Caribbean is Calling

Sun seekers with a week on their hands have the opportunity to save some cash on a stay on the island of Curaçao. The Baoase Luxury Resort in Curaçao is offering two free nights to travelers who stay for five nights or more. This deal is valid from now through November 31 on bookings of villas and suites. To book visit online at Baoase.com

Holiday Shopping Made Easy

Sir Francis Drake Hotel and Macy’s are offering to help make you holidays a little less hectic with their “Shopping with the Sir” package. This  package includes a one-night stay at the hotel, breakfast for two, a $100 Macy’s gift card and 10% off on all Macy’s purchases as well as wrapping and delivery to your hotel room, your home, or the gift recipients. This deal starts at $309 and can be booked online or by calling 800-796-7129.

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by Braden Holly for PeterGreenberg.com