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Think Spring With MSC Cruises Caribbean Sailing

Being right in the middle of winter this is a good time this would be the right time to start planning your spring vacation with MSC Cruises.

With outstanding values, a 7-night cruise on the MSC Orchestra or 10-night sailing on  Fort Lauderdale MSC Lirica from to the sunny islands of the Caribbean offers a perfect way to say good-bye to winter and celebrate the arrival of spring.

Here's a sampling of the special opportunities MSC Cruises is offering this spring:

A family cruise to make this year's "spring break" special without breaking the bank. MSC Cruises makes it easy to take the entire family on a Caribbean vacation with its "Kids Sail Free" offer. Kids ages 17 and under always sail free when sharing a stateroom with two full-fare-paying adults (government taxes and fees are additional, per person).

As spring training gets underway, sail with the Major League Baseball heroes of your youth on two special "Baseball Greats" theme cruises: Guests on the Mar ch 28 and April 11 7-night Eastern Caribbean sailings of MSC Orchestra, will meet and spend quality time with some of the greats of "America's Pasttime" who will be onboard to share their memories and offer tips for budding ballplayers. One of the highlights of the cruise is the free autograph session.

Special values for Boomers and Seniors: Boomer/Senior Saver prices on all 2008-09 Caribbeansailings of MSC Lirica and MSC Orchestra begin at just $499 per person, double occupancy (cruise only, not including government fees and taxes) on 7-night itineraries and $699 per person, double occupancy on 10-night itineraries -- savings of up to 50 percent from regular prices. At least one guest in the stateroom must be 50 years of age on the departure date.

A great value for multi-generational family vacations and reunions. When you combine the Boomer/Senior Saver rates with "Kids Sail Free," an MSC Cruises' Caribbean sailing is a fantastic value and a memorable experience ideal for multi-generational family vacations and reunions.

 

St. Pete/Clearwater Offers Sun, Sand, and Super Hotel Deals

If you are a football fan it's not too late to take advantage of amazing deals on Gulf-front accommodations on the sun-soaked beaches of St. Petersburg/Clearwater.
Visit St. Petersburg/Clearwater announced today that available lodging includes Gulf-front rooms on America's Best Beaches starting as low as $249, and water-view condo vacation rentals starting as low as $150. These travel deals and many others can be found on the bureau's Super Bowl mini site.

Traffic.com Helps Drivers Avoid Thanksgiving Weekend Traffic

AAA reports on travel news that over 31 million people traveled by car over the 2007 Thanksgiving weekend, with more expected this year. While the holidays are a great time to see friends and family, they can be a challenging time todrive. Five of the ten travel days of the year with the most accidents are right around Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's. Traffic.com offers driving tips for the holiday season.

• Get a good night's sleep before your trip (at least 8 hours).
• Drive long trips with a passenger who stays awake to talk to the driver.
• Schedule regular stops, every 100 miles or two hours.
• Avoid alcohol and medications that may impair performance.
• If you are feeling drowsy, pull off into a safe area and take a brief nap.
• Walk around or do a few exercises to get rid of grogginess.
• Rely on Traffic.com for the most up-to-date traffic information

Traffic.com , the #1 U.S. traffic-only website for online and mobile
traffic information,* helps drivers plan routes, both before they leave
home and on the go.

Stevenswood Spa Resort Pampering Package

As people's stress levels continue to rise, about everything from gasoline prices and the economy to federal bailouts and home prices, Stevenswood Spa Resort one of the nation's leading spa resorts, have come up with a perfect solution -- the ultimate spa pampering experience. The "Emperor's Choice" package at the property's Indigo Eco|Spa is a 10-hour program of pure luxury that provides guests with a welcome respite from their worries. For $2,008 per couple, (a savings of over $500), the program features a range of relaxation options, including craniosacral therapy and a massage, as well as a five-star dinner complete with 10 courses paired with wines.

The full package includes:

9:00 a.m.  Champagne Gourmet Breakfast at Stevenswood
10:00 a.m. Craniosacral Therapy
11:00 p.m. Pacific Sea Detox, Aroma Stone, or Salt Scrub
12:30 p.m. Dermatological Facial
1:30 p.m.  Spa Lunch at Stevenswood
2:00 p.m.  Scalp Treatment
2:45 p.m.  Hand Treatment
3:30 p.m.  Paraffin Hand Treatment
3:50 p.m.  Citrus Leg Therapy
4:35 p.m.  Reflexology
5:05 p.m.  Paraffin Foot Treatment
5:25 p.m.  Shiatsu Massage, Reiki Massage or Lomi Lomi
6:30 p.m.  5-Star Dinner at Stevenswood, 10 courses paired with Wines

Miami, Florida and Stowe, Vermont - RockResorts Newest Destinations

Experience RockResorts newest destinations - Tempo Miami and The Mansfield Inn at Stowe. 

Combining chic sophistication, luxurious comfort and breezy elegance Tempo features 56 elegant hotel rooms (ranging from one to four bedrooms), an 8,000-square-foot RockResorts Spa, lively dining at Amuse and personalized service.  Visit Tempo and discover the glittering best that South Florida has to offer.

Nestled in the woods of Stowe, Vermont, The Mansfield Inn at Stowe will offer luxurious traditional hotel rooms along with lavish tented accommodations designed to give guests a rustic outdoor experience accompanied by the finest amenities.  The Mansfield Inn - which is scheduled to open for the 2010/2011 ski season - will feature fine dining, a 6,000-square-foot RockResorts Spa including six stand-alone spa-themed cabins and more.   

Go-Today: Prague Deal

Prague is one of the most beautiful European cities. This city is very easily explored by foot leading you into Old Town Square, the alleys, the pubs, with its magnificent restaurant and cafes. Prague has one of the largest ancient castles in the whole world with breathtaking views of the city.

G0-Today.com has a 6-Night Air-Inclusive Vacation to Prague starting from $749.00. Purchase by September 24, 2008 and travel from 11/1/2008 - 11/8/2008.   

Rosewood Little Dix Bay Virgin Gorda:Spa Sojourn: 5-Night Package for 2

Situated on the cliff's edge this Spa overlooks the resort below. The intoxicating beauty of the surrounding environment captures the essence of relaxation and renewal. The spa offers an array of Caribbean specialties that fuse the indigenous botanical resources proliferating within the grounds of the resort with traditional, spiritual and physical healing remedies.

2008 Spa Sojourn: 5-Night Package for 2

• Spa welcome amenity

• Full breakfast & dinner daily

• $1000 spa services credit. Highlights include our Natural Neem Leaf Facial, Salt Island Scrub and Virgin Gorda Goat Milk & Honey Wrap

• Transfers to & from Tortola's airport

• Package price, single/double. Rates are inclusive of tax and resort fee and are subject to change.

• Non-refundable spa credit may be applied to spa services only; credit not valid on spa product or other resort expenses. Spa appointment times subject to availability.

Orlando's Endless Summer Specials

Summer does not have to be over, take a break this fall and enjoy Orlando’s Endless Summer, where there are not too many people and the prices are amazing. 

From August 15 through November 15, “Get One Free” specials encourage you to stay longer and play harder in Orlando. Book a weekend retreat for two nights and get the third night free. Or buy one attractions ticket and get the second one free. The possibilities are truly endless. Go here for participating hotels.

 

Travelocity:The Landings St. Lucia

From Travelocity discover The Landings St. Lucia, A RockResort. Pamper yourself at its lavish RockResorts Spa. Relax on its dazzling 800-foot beach. Or enjoy a breathtaking Caribbean sunset from your private patio.This lavish waterfront resort features luxurious one-, two- and three-bedroom suites offering fully equipped kitchens, the highest-quality appliances, spacious terraces and exquisite finishes. All accommodations have views of the beach, harbor, lagoon or channel, and many have plunge pools. Rates from $225.00 starting Nov 17

Viceroy Santa Monica In California A Boutique Hotel

Whether its for business or pleasure, experience exceptional seaside living, luxurious accommodations, exquisite dining options and the finest amenities at the Viceroy Santa Monica Hotel by the beach. Stay at Viceroy Santa Monica for Labor Day and enjoy great savings! Stay between August 27, 2008 and September 5, 2008 and receive 15% off of your room rate!

TERMS AND CONDITIONS: Restrictions and black out dates may apply. Valid only August 27, 2008 through September 5, 2008 (inclusive). Discount already reflected in room rate. 24 hour cancellation policy applies.