10 December 2009

holiday packages from the ascend collection …

 

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celebrate the season with holiday packages from members of ascend collection (http://www.ascendcollection.com), an elite network of historic, unique and boutique hotels across the u.s. and caribbean from choice hotels international.


baechtel creek inn & spa, willits, calif.
let the christmas train package whisk you away on an enchanting, 90-minute excursion into the majestic redwood forest. also part of the journey: santa and his elves, storytellers, musicians, train whistles, hot cocoa and cookies. passengers are invited to wear pajamas. the package includes two night’s lodging and train tickets for two adults and one child. rates start at $286 for the two nights, valid dec. 4 – 23, 2009.

the misty redwood forests are magical in the winter. relax and unwind with the winter escape package. you’ll enjoy two-night’s accommodations, a bottle of mendocino county wine and a hot stone massage for two at the hotel’s body boutique spa. valid now through feb. 28, 2010.  the package starts at $370 plus tax, based on double occupancy.



the gem hotels, new york, n.y.
if you’re planning a trip to the big apple during the holidays, check out the cool yule special at the gem hotels, with nightly rates starting at just $139 plus tax. cool yule is valid, dec. 13 – 29, 2009. you’ll save approximately $80 per night, with gem’s regular rates averaging $219 per night during this period.



the golden hotel, golden, colo.
for a retreat in the foothills of the rocky mountains, this historic mountain lodge offers the holiday special package. guests get deluxe accommodations for two, a $20 breakfast credit at the property’s popular bridgewater grill and $50 in gold chamber dollars to redeem at local merchants. nightly rates for the package start at $159 plus tax and are valid through dec. 30, 2009.



74 state, albany, n.y.

see the annual capital holiday lights in the park festival with the light up your night package at historic 74 state. guests can partake in the annual capital holiday lights in the park festival in nearby washington park, featuring more than 125 dazzling displays, including santa’s toyland and a victorian village; crafts; and refreshments. afterwards, they can wind down with this package that includes elegant accommodations and a gourmet dinner for two and drinks at the cozy bistro/bar at 74. rates start at $229 per night plus tax, valid through jan. 2.


for more information or to make reservations, call 800.4choice or visit http://www.ascendcollection.com.

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