Top 5 Escapes Courtesy of Travelzoo
Make plans and save on escapes courtesy of our partner Travelzoo. Whether you want to stay overnight in Catalina at the Hotel Metropole just steps away from the beach; or check in the Riviera Palm Springs for a weekend in the desert; or spend two days visiting LEGOLAND and SEA LIFE Aquarium, you can take advantage of some incredible winter specials for a limited time. Each day, you can find offers and experiences in your Daily Dose of OC and on Greer’s OC Deals section.
To view all of the best Travelzoo deals, visit here.
Catalina Island Getaway
Save 45% off a getaway to Catalina that includes a night stay at Hotel Metropole, roundtrip ferry tickets and breakfast for two. The package options start at $219 per night with two roundtrip ferry tickets, available Sundays through Thursdays through March 27; or at $299 per night with two 60-minute Swedish massages, Sundays through Thursdays through April. The accommodations are a deluxe room for two.
There’s also a weekend option at $899 for a two-night stay in a spacious VIP Room with full ocean views, whirlpool tub and a fireplace, Friday-Saturday arrivals through April 22.
All packages include a bottle of Champagne and daily light continental breakfast for two.
For more information and to purchase this deal visit, here.
Hotel Metropole is at 205 Crescent Ave. in Avalon.
Palm Springs 4-Star Escape
At the 4-Star Riviera Palm Springs check into a King room or a 463-square-foot Mediterranean Jr. Suite, which boasts a separate living area and pull-out couch and save 60% off an exclusive package. You can also enjoy two complimentary welcome cocktails.
The Riviera is less than 1.5 miles from trendy restaurants, shops and bars in downtown Palm Springs. A Riviera King Room costs $109 per per night Sundays-Thursdays through February-March; and a Mediterranean Jr. Suite costs $139 per night Sundays-Thursdays through March. Weekend options cost $169 per night Fridays or $199 per night Saturdays in a Riviera King room; or add $30 nightly for a Mediterranean Jr. Suite.
For more information and to purchase this deal visit, here.
Riviera Palm Springs is at 1600 North Indian Canyon Drive in Palm Springs.
Solvang: Winery Tour for Two
Take advantage of a wine tour tasting package for two at Rideau Vineyard in picturesque Solvang for just $35 (reg. $134). The package includes a winery tour, wine education class; five two-ounce wine tastings per person; French bread and artisanal cheese; and a $20 credit toward the purchase of any bottle of wine on that day. You can also bring a group of four people for just $69 (reg. $268).
For more information and to purchase this deal visit, here.
Rideau Vineyard is at 1562 Alamo Pintado Rd. in Solvang.
Chic Los Angeles Hotel
The family-owned Orlando Hotel just underwent a $6 million renovation and it’s in a prime location between Beverly Hills and West Hollywood within walking distance from the Grove, The Beverly Center and Restaurant Row on La Cienega Boulevard. Through this deal, rates cost $169 per night in a Standard King room, March 3 - April 30; or $189 per night in a Standard King room, Jan. 27 - Feb. 26 (reg. $288). Valet parking is included (reg. $29 per night).
For more information and to purchase this deal visit, here.
The Orlando Hotel is at 8384 W Third Street in Los Angeles.
Private Flying Lesson over Pacific Ocean
Soar over scenic parts of LA during a 45-minute private flight lesson for $99, regular $230. The lesson begins with a 20-minute pre-flight briefing on the fundamentals, then receive 25 minutes of hands-on flight time. Or, for $159 (reg. $350), extend your experience with a 70-minute lesson, which flies past the Hollywood sign, downtown, Beverly Hills and movie studios.
The longer flight includes 50 minutes of hands-on flying time and 20 minutes of ground instruction.
For more information and to purchase this deal visit, here.
South Coast Aeronautics is at 3301 Airport Drive in Torrance.
