Travel
WIN A TRIP TO SWEDEN!
05.04.11
By Sheryll Alexander
What could be better than winning a free trip to Sweden?
Volvo Cars of North America, Tourism in Skåne , the West Sweden Tourism Board, along with http://www.carplusvacation.com/, are offering this free vacation sweepstakes through July 1.
What do you really win for registering? Here’s the scoop:
A one-week trip for two to West Sweden and Skåne complete with accommodations, meals and activities
Rental car furnished by Volvo
Air fare for two provided by Scandinavian Airlines (SAS)
Sound cool? Go to http://www.carplusvacation.com/ to register and submit your dream itinerary.
"West Sweden and Skåne are hidden gems among tourist destinations," says U.S. director of VisitSweden Lotta Thiringer, who says you can experience everything from outdoor adventure to fine dining at Michelin-starred restaurants to exquisite landscapes to fascinating culture to top notch shopping in the cities of Gothenburg and Malmo.
CarPlusVacations.com also offers information about Volvo's Overseas Delivery Program in which visitors can purchase a new Volvo at an attractive price point and get air fare, a vacation and the shipping of your new Volvo back to the United States included in the cost.
Sheryll Alexander runs a news media agency based in Costa Mesa, California.
AFFORDABLE PUERTO RICO GETAWAYS
05.03.11
By Sheryll Alexander
Ready for an adventure to gorgeous Puerto Rico for a family vacation, romantic getaway, destination wedding or honeymoon?
Known as the Island of Enchantment, Puerto Rico is full of stunning picturesque beaches, breathtaking views, discounted amenities and affordable $199 per night starting rates (see packages below). Plus, through July 15 (for travel through Oct. 2), travelers who book Hilton’s “Puerto Rico is Exciting” program online at PuertoRicoGetaways.com receive the fourth night free, complimentary breakfast, fourth person free on selected tours, a dine around package from MasterCard and a $25 casino match bet coupon.
El Conquistador Resort, A Waldorf Astoria Resort
With “Puerto Rico is Exciting” summer rates starting at $199, El Conquistador Resort, A Waldorf Astoria Resort offers the complete resort experience with amenities like the private 100-acre Palomino Island, the award-winning Golden Door Spa; an Arthur Hills 18-hole golf course with a driving range with putting green and golf demonstration clinics for the entire family, the Coquí Water Park, seven tennis courts, a casino, a 35-slip private marina with deep sea fishing and scuba diving excursions and an array of dining options including an outpost of New York’s famed steak restaurant, Strip House.
El San Juan Hotel & Casino
Located just five minutes from the airport in the fashionable Isla Verde district, El San Juan Hotel & Casino, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel is offering “Puerto Rico is Exciting” rates starting at $209. Celebrating its 25th anniversary this year, El San Juan Hotel & Casino is a renowned landmark featuring lavishly-designed rooms, an extensive selection of dining and entertainment venues, La Galeria (a European-style walking village of boutiques, a 16,500-square-foot casino, the Edouard de Paris Spa and Encanto Beach Club (perfect for guests who enjoy spending their days in a one-of-a-kind, posh poolside atmosphere).
Conrad San Juan Condado Plaza
Conrad San Juan Condado Plaza, which features a unique downtown beach location with stunning panoramic views, is offering “ Puerto Rico is Exciting” rates starting at $199. This urban oceanfront oasis boasts guestrooms with rich décor; contemporary, flexible public gathering spaces; a 24-hour casino; water sports; tennis courts; three outdoor pools, including a unique saltwater pool; an outdoor massage area; and a self-serve laundry facility ideal for families. Additionally, the hotel offers a bevy of unmatched dining options, including two of celebrity Chef Wilo Benet’s restaurants, Varita and Pikayo.
Caribe Hilton
“Puerto Rico is Exciting” rates at Caribe Hilton San Juan start at $213 ($223 for Condado Lagoon Villas). Centrally located just minutes from the heart of Historic Old San Juan, Caribe Hilton sits beachfront on an exclusive peninsula amidst 17 acres of lush tropical gardens. The birthplace of the piña colada, this resort is also known as the city’s largest hotel with 910 guestrooms, including suites and the Condado Lagoon Villas. Caribe Hilton features a secluded beach, oceanfront swimming pools, Kidz Paradise, Olas Spa and Morton’s Steakhouse.
Hilton Ponce Golf & Casino Resort
The “Puerto Rico is Exciting” promotion at Hilton Ponce Golf & Casino Resort offers rates starting at $189. Just a few miles from the historic downtown area of Ponce, guests enjoy a secluded beachfront escape, an array of recreational facilities, afree-form pool, fitness room, tennis courts, sauna, spa, casino and Costa Caribe Golf & Country Club, which has a 27-hole championship golf course designed by Bruce Bessy. Dining options range from lavish breakfasts at La Terraza to the trendy La Cava.
For more information on Hilton’s summer “Puerto Rico is Exciting” promotion and reservations, call 1-888-564-1307 or visit [url=http://www.puertoricogetaways.com]http://www.puertoricogetaways.com[/url]. (Mention the booking code “NU” for all of the above hotels. Blackout dates may apply and vary by property.)
Sheryll Alexander runs a news media agency based in Costa Mesa, California.
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