WOTS ON THE GOLD COAST

Surfers Paradise New Year’s Eve will deliver Queensland’s biggest fireworks display and New Year’s Eve celebrations with fireworks set to go off from Q1 at the stroke of midnight. With a Spectacular theme, gourmet canapes and beverages, live DJs and acrobatic performers, this will be one New Year’s celebration that you don’t want to miss. See www.surfersparadise.com

Staunch Energy Drink National Finals Rodeo will be complemented by Aussie rock legend Jimmy Barnes this year when this unique double act hits the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre from January 8-11.

Cowboys young and old will be fighting for the prestigious right to secure a National Finals Rodeo winner’s belt in traditional events, Saddle Bronc Riding, Bareback Bronc Riding, Bull Riding, Team Roping, Steer Wrestling and Ladies Barrel Racing. See www.nfrgoldcoast.com.au

Conrad Jupiters Magic Millions yearling sales, carnival and race day will be held January 1-19 and now in its 22nd year will again offer the glitz and glamour of countless functions and activities while saluting the development of Australia’s lucrative thoroughbred breeding and racing
program. See www.magicmillions.com.au

XXXX Gold Beach Cricket will be held on three successive weekends starting January 10/11, the XXXX Gold Cricket Tri-Nations Series will see some of the greatest players in the world to have played the game, hitting the golden sands of Coolangatta Beach for another entertaining and
competitive tournament. This year the series will be contested by hosts Australia, South Africa and New Zealand in the eight-a-side limited overs contest. See www.xxxxgoldbeachcricket.com.au

GOLD COAST ACCOMMODATION

Ruffles Lodge and Spa has introduced its own signature spa, featuring three individual treatment rooms including a double room with outdoor courtyard, plus luxurious stone bath for couples. See www.ruffleslodge.com.au

Gwinganna Lifestyle Retreat has released ten all new specialised programs designed to restore energy and provide solutions for hectic lifestyles. Programs include Sleep Discovery, Chill Out Weekend, Organic Living Weekend, Feast of Nutrition and Health Discovery. See www.gwinganna.com

CLV Smart Stays has launched on the Gold Coast offering individuals and families looking for the ideal value for money accommodation starting from just $55 per night. See www.clvsmartstays.com

Sea World Resort guests will now be able to enjoy free, unlimited use of the expansive 1.6 hectare Water Park featuring two lagoon style pools, two full sized flumes, a mammoth plunge and a kid’s water zone. See www.seaworldresort.myfun.com.au

Watermark Resort now boasts a new level of 5-star sumptuously appointed accommodation distinctly contemporary by design, whilst inspired by the cool, casual persona of the Gold Coast. Great summer holiday deals such as the new five star Club Watermark guest room with buffet breakfast in Waves Restaurant from $93 per person, per night, twin share, save $73 per night. See www.hotelwatermark.com.au

BigPond takes the kids on a family holiday

BigPond  has just launched an online travel site called “BigPond travel” just before Christmas, the site is powered by ZUJI travel. The BigPond travel site offers bunch of usual features like the ability to search for Flights, Hotels, Travel Deals etc, it also host an extensive list of domestic and international destinations to get you inspired for your next family holiday with the kids.

Check out the BigPond Travel site www.bigpondtravel.com

Year-End Sale- Round Trip Flights From $104+ on American Airlines

Low Prices, Big Smile  with Amercian Airlines Round-Trip Flights From $104+

American Airlines Offer Expires: 12/29/08 Year-End Sale- Round Trip Flights From $104+ on American Airlines

With fewer crowds and the very best deals, winter is the ultimate time for adventure. Plus, American Airlines and American Eagle are having a blowout year-end sale, with round-trip flights starting at just $104+. Catch some live jazz in Chicago, pound the powder in Colorado, or see the sights of San Francisco. Book today and save!

* Travel is valid January 6-March 11, 2009.
* A 14-day advance purchase is required.
* Fares are valid for travel Monday-Thursday and Saturday

Sample of Fares Avaialble

Albuquerque, NM	Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX	$182+
Amarillo, TX	Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX	$104+
Austin, TX	Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX	$104+
Austin, TX	Los Angeles, CA	$164+
Austin, TX	San Jose, CA	$194+
Austin, TX	St. Louis, MO	$190+
Baltimore, MD	Chicago, IL	$160+
Baltimore, MD	Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX	$244+
Birmingham, AL	Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX	$144+
Burbank, CA	Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX	$244+
Chicago, IL	Baltimore, MD	$160+
Chicago, IL	Cleveland, OH	$104+
Chicago, IL	Columbus, OH	$104+
Chicago, IL	Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX	$220+
Chicago, IL	Detroit, MI	$104+
Chicago, IL	Fort Myers, FL	$164+
Chicago, IL	Hartford, CT	$124+
Chicago, IL	Indianapolis, IN	$104+
Chicago, IL	Kansas City, MO	$104+
Chicago, IL	Las Vegas, NV	$224+
Chicago, IL	Little Rock, AR	$204+
Chicago, IL	Los Angeles, CA	$224+
Chicago, IL	Louisville, KY	$104+
Chicago, IL	Nashville, TN	$104+
Chicago, IL	New Orleans, LA	$234+
Chicago, IL	Oklahoma City, OK	$234+
Chicago, IL	Omaha, NE	$104+
Chicago, IL	Philadelphia, PA	$154+
Chicago, IL	Phoenix, AZ	$224+
Chicago, IL	Pittsburgh, PA	$104+
Chicago, IL	Raleigh/Durham, NC	$144+
Chicago, IL	Reno, NV	$200+
Chicago, IL	Salt Lake City, UT	$224+
Chicago, IL	San Diego, CA	$224+
Chicago, IL	San Francisco, CA	$184+
Chicago, IL	San Jose, CA	$184+
Chicago, IL	Seattle, WA	$246+
Chicago, IL	St. Louis, MO	$104+
Chicago, IL	Tucson, AZ	$234+
Chicago, IL	Tulsa, OK	$234+
Chicago, IL	Washington, D.C.	$200+
Chicago, IL	West Palm Beach, FL	$184+
Cleveland, OH	Chicago, IL	$104+
Cleveland, OH	Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX	$244+
Columbus, OH	Chicago, IL	$104+
Columbus, OH	Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX	$166+
Columbus, OH	Raleigh/Durham, NC	$168+
Corpus Christi, TX	Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX	$158+
Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX	Albuquerque, NM	$182+
Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX	Amarillo, TX	$104+
Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX	Austin, TX	$104+
Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX	Baltimore, MD	$244+
Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX	Birmingham, AL	$144+
Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX	Burbank, CA	$244+
Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX	Chicago, IL	$220+
Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX	Cleveland, OH	$244+
Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX	Columbus, OH	$166+
Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX	Corpus Christi, TX	$158+
Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX	Denver, CO	$184+
Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX	Detroit, MI	$244+
Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX	El Paso, TX	$160+
Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX	Houston, TX	$104+
Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX	Jackson, MS	$154+
Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX	Jacksonville, FL	$244+
Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX	Kansas City, MO	$104+
Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX	Las Vegas, NV	$244+
Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX	Little Rock, AR	$104+
Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX	Los Angeles, CA	$244+
Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX	Louisville, KY	$244+
Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX	Lubbock, TX	$104+
Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX	Mcallen, TX	$160+
Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX	Midland/Odessa, TX	$104+
Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX	Nashville, TN	$224+
Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX	New Orleans, LA	$104+
Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX	Oklahoma City, OK	$104+
Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX	Omaha, NE	$224+
Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX	Ontario, CA	$244+
Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX	Orlando, FL	$204+
Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX	Philadelphia, PA	$214+
Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX	Phoenix, AZ	$214+
Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX	Portland, OR	$244+
Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX	Raleigh/Durham, NC	$254+
Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX	Reno, NV	$274+
Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX	Sacramento, CA	$244+
Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX	Salt Lake City, UT	$244+
Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX	San Antonio, TX	$104+
Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX	San Francisco, CA	$244+
Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX	San Jose, CA	$244+
Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX	Seattle, WA	$244+
Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX	St. Louis, MO	$104+
Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX	Tampa, FL	$244+
Denver, CO	Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX	$184+
Denver, CO	Los Angeles, CA	$164+
Detroit, MI	Chicago, IL	$104+
Detroit, MI	Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX	$244+
El Paso, TX	Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX	$160+
Fort Myers, FL	Chicago, IL	$164+
Hartford, CT	Chicago, IL	$124+
Hartford, CT	Raleigh/Durham, NC	$192+
Hartford, CT	St. Louis, MO	$144+
Houston, TX	Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX	$104+
Houston, TX	Miami, FL	$194+
Indianapolis, IN	Chicago, IL	$104+
Jackson, MS	Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX	$154+
Jacksonville, FL	Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX	$244+
Jacksonville, FL	St. Louis, MO	$184+
Kansas City, MO	Chicago, IL	$104+
Kansas City, MO	Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX	$104+
Las Vegas, NV	Chicago, IL	$224+
Las Vegas, NV	Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX	$244+
Las Vegas, NV	Los Angeles, CA	$104+
Las Vegas, NV	St. Louis, MO	$224+
Little Rock, AR	Chicago, IL	$204+
Little Rock, AR	Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX	$104+
Los Angeles, CA	Austin, TX	$164+
Los Angeles, CA	Chicago, IL	$224+
Los Angeles, CA	Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX	$244+
Los Angeles, CA	Denver, CO	$164+
Los Angeles, CA	Las Vegas, NV	$104+
Los Angeles, CA	Miami, FL	$264+
Los Angeles, CA	Nashville, TN	$224+
Los Angeles, CA	San Francisco, CA	$124+
Los Angeles, CA	San Jose, CA	$104+
Los Angeles, CA	St. Louis, MO	$214+
Louisville, KY	Chicago, IL	$104+
Louisville, KY	Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX	$244+
Lubbock, TX	Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX	$104+
Mcallen, TX	Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX	$160+
Miami, FL	Houston, TX	$194+
Miami, FL	Los Angeles, CA	$264+
Miami, FL	Nashville, TN	$244+
Miami, FL	Orlando, FL	$144+
Miami, FL	Raleigh/Durham, NC	$200+
Miami, FL	St. Louis, MO	$168+
Miami, FL	Tampa, FL	$144+
Midland/Odessa, TX	Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX	$104+
Nashville, TN	Chicago, IL	$104+
Nashville, TN	Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX	$224+
Nashville, TN	Los Angeles, CA	$224+
Nashville, TN	Miami, FL	$244+
New Orleans, LA	Chicago, IL	$234+
New Orleans, LA	Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX	$104+
New Orleans, LA	St. Louis, MO	$204+
Norfolk, VA	St. Louis, MO	$164+
Oklahoma City, OK	Chicago, IL	$234+
Oklahoma City, OK	Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX	$104+
Oklahoma City, OK	St. Louis, MO	$164+
Omaha, NE	Chicago, IL	$104+
Omaha, NE	Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX	$224+
Ontario, CA	Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX	$244+
Orlando, FL	Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX	$204+
Orlando, FL	Miami, FL	$144+
Philadelphia, PA	Chicago, IL	$154+
Philadelphia, PA	Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX	$214+
Phoenix, AZ	Chicago, IL	$224+
Phoenix, AZ	Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX	$214+
Pittsburgh, PA	Chicago, IL	$104+
Portland, OR	Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX	$244+
Raleigh/Durham, NC	Chicago, IL	$144+
Raleigh/Durham, NC	Columbus, OH	$168+
Raleigh/Durham, NC	Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX	$254+
Raleigh/Durham, NC	Hartford, CT	$192+
Raleigh/Durham, NC	Miami, FL	$200+
Reno, NV	Chicago, IL	$200+
Reno, NV	Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX	$274+
Sacramento, CA	Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX	$244+
Salt Lake City, UT	Chicago, IL	$224+
Salt Lake City, UT	Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX	$244+
San Antonio, TX	Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX	$104+
San Diego, CA	Chicago, IL	$224+
San Diego, CA	St. Louis, MO	$234+
San Francisco, CA	Chicago, IL	$184+
San Francisco, CA	Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX	$244+
San Francisco, CA	Los Angeles, CA	$124+
San Francisco, CA	St. Louis, MO	$204+
San Jose, CA	Austin, TX	$194+
San Jose, CA	Chicago, IL	$184+
San Jose, CA	Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX	$244+
San Jose, CA	Los Angeles, CA	$104+
Seattle, WA	Chicago, IL	$246+
Seattle, WA	Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX	$244+
Seattle, WA	St. Louis, MO	$234+
St. Louis, MO	Austin, TX	$190+
St. Louis, MO	Chicago, IL	$104+
St. Louis, MO	Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX	$104+
St. Louis, MO	Hartford, CT	$144+
St. Louis, MO	Jacksonville, FL	$184+
St. Louis, MO	Las Vegas, NV	$224+
St. Louis, MO	Los Angeles, CA	$214+
St. Louis, MO	Miami, FL	$168+
St. Louis, MO	New Orleans, LA	$204+
St. Louis, MO	Norfolk, VA	$164+
St. Louis, MO	Oklahoma City, OK	$164+
St. Louis, MO	San Diego, CA	$234+
St. Louis, MO	San Francisco, CA	$204+
St. Louis, MO	Seattle, WA	$234+
St. Louis, MO	Tampa, FL	$184+
St. Louis, MO	Tulsa, OK	$142+
St. Louis, MO	Washington, D.C.	$200+
Tampa, FL	Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX	$244+
Tampa, FL	Miami, FL	$144+
Tampa, FL	St. Louis, MO	$184+
Tucson, AZ	Chicago, IL	$234+
Tulsa, OK	Chicago, IL	$234+
Tulsa, OK	St. Louis, MO	$142+
Washington, D.C.	Chicago, IL	$200+
Washington, D.C.	St. Louis, MO	$200+
West Palm Beach, FL	Chicago, IL	$184+

Crowne Plaza and Holiday Inn release more rooms for second 72 hour sale

If you missed out on grabbing cheap hotel rate at the Holiday Inn on the Gold Coast for the family, or a Crown Plaza or Holiday Inn hotel in Australia or New Zeland when IHG had there 72hour sale, well your in luck its happening again!

Due to the huge success of the hotels’ 72 hour sale earlier this month, Crowne Plaza and Holiday Inn Hotels and Resorts throughout Australia and New Zealand have announced a second sale, beginning 12PM (AEDST) Tuesday 6 January through to Friday 9 January, at www.crowneplaza.com/72hoursale and www.holidayinn.com/72hoursale.

In perfect timing for last minute summer holiday plans, Crowne Plaza Hotels and Resorts will once again have summer rooms available from only $119.00 per night, in city, coastal and other top holiday destinations across Australia and New Zealand – including Coogee Beach, Terrigal, Surfer’s Paradise, Perth, Hunter Valley, Darling Harbour, Torquay, Queenstown and Auckland.

Holiday Inn accommodation will also be on sale, from $99.00 per night – and what’s more, kids under 12 eat and stay free at Holiday Inn hotels. Destinations include Sydney, Surfers Paradise, Cairns, Melbourne, Wellington and Christchurch.

These low summer rates will only be available for three days, from 6-9 January, online and by calling 137 399. Or, join the hotel loyalty programme, Priority Club Rewards at www.priorityclub.com now to receive early access to the 72 hour sales. Joining Priority Club is simple and free of charge.

Family Holidays still a priority for the British

The British love affair with an annual holiday in the sun is still as strong as ever despite the current economic climate, according to new research published today by leading UK holiday firms Thomson and First Choice.

Whilst consumer confidence in the high street has forced many retailers to launch their sales early, data released today shows that consumers remain committed to taking their annual holidays.

Highlighting the importance of the annual summer holiday, a staggering 88% of those questioned stated they would cut back in other areas such as eating out and home improvement, rather than cutting back on their holidays. 59% said that even if they had to cut back on spending, their main annual holiday would be the last thing they would give up.

“Holidays are about much more than simply jetting off into the sun for two weeks,” commented Tim Williamson, Customer Director, Thomson and First Choice “They’re about spending time with our loved ones, taking time out to play with the kids, losing yourself in a good book, or just sitting back in the sun and recharging your batteries.”

“It’s for these reasons that 82% of those questioned consider the annual holiday not a luxury but an important part of the year. Even in today’s current economic climate, our research shows people do still want to go on holiday and are willing to make other sacrifices to make that possible,” added Williamson.

He concluded: “As UK industry leaders, we’re working hard with suppliers to ensure we’ve got a great range of holidays available that are great value and sensibly priced.”

Thomson & First Choice Top 5 tips for 2009 holidays:

1. Book early. There may well be less holidays for next year and as highlighted in Which? research earlier this year¹, consumers should book early for choice and the best prices.
2. Consider a long haul holiday. There are some fantastic deals available for holidays to Mexico, Florida and the Dominican republic, and with Thomson Airways offering a standard seat pitch of 33” – more than any other UK airline – and a premium seat of 36” – for a fraction of the price of scheduled airlines – customers will travel in comfort arriving refreshed and raring to go.
3. Book an all-inclusive holiday. Return flights, in-resort transfers, food, drink and entertainment at the hotel will be included, making it easier to budget whilst overseas.
4. Choose a resort with lots of entertainment and activities onsite. First Choice Holiday Villages are perfect for families with activities such as high-ropes, swimming and soccer lessons all available at each property and for adults, Thomson’s exclusive Sensatori resorts in Crete and Mexico offer customers the opportunity to do as much or as little as they please.
5. Opt for 10 or 11 nights as opposed to 14 – meaning you’ll only need to take a week off work, but still have enough time to relax.

No Free Lunch On No-Frills Airlines

No Such Thing As Free Lunch On No-Frills Airlines

Food and drink onboard no-frills flights can cost almost half as much as the actual flight*, warns Which? Holiday. Read more

Brisbane 3 Day Sales Ends Tonight 22/12/2008 Midnight

Spontaneity is the key here with Accor 3 day Sale Ending tonight yes Tonight! With rooms from $59 still available. Be super quick.
Brisbane 3 Day Sales Ends Tonight 22/12/2008 Midnight

Novotel Brisbane occupies a prime location within walking distance of the city centre and shopping precinct. All the hotel’s 296 spacious rooms offer views across the city and Novotel Brisbane features a restaurant, bar, café, pool, gym, sauna, free undercover parking and conference facilities for up to 350 delegates, making it the perfect place to stay in Brisbane. Rooms starting from $99 under the Summer 3 Day SALE Hotel Details Novotel Brisbane

Ibis Brisbane is conveniently located in the city centre, within easy walking distance to the Queen Street Mall shopping precinct, Treasury Casino, South Bank Parklands, Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre, Queensland Performing Arts Centre and Roma Street Transit Centre. The hotel features 218 rooms, a restaurant and bar. Guests also have access to food and beverage outlets and conference facilities at the neighbouring Mercure Hotel. Rooms starting from $79 under the Summer 3 Day SALE Hotel Details Ibis Brisbane

Mercure Brisbane is in the heart of the city, with spectacular views of the river and Southbank Parklands. The hotel features 194 rooms, with some offering views over the river, a swimming pool, a restaurant, 1 bar and conference facilities for up to 800 delegates. Brisbane’s busy Queen Street shopping mall is also only a few minutes walk from the hotel. Rooms starting from $59 under the Summer 3 Day SALE Hotel Details Mercure Brisbane

Book Now – Accor 3 Day Sale

Holiday Inn 72 Hour SALE

Holiday Inn kicks off 2009 with a 72hour sale with thousands of rooms available for sale until 9th of January 2009. Begin your search today and book yourself a great family Holiday with the Kids by the beach,or as a a city break!

Thousands of Holiday Inn rooms across Australia and New Zealand are on sale for summer and will be up for grabs for three days only, from Midday Tuesday 6th January through to Friday 9th January 2009, at www.holidayinn.com/72hoursale

Holiday Inn Hotels will have summer rooms available from only $99.00 per night, in city and top holiday destinations across Australia and New Zealand – including Sydney, Surfers Paradise, Cairns, Melbourne and Wellington..

Remember Kids Eat Free at Holiday Inn Hotels and Resorts.

Australian Holiday Inn Hotels participating in the 72 hour sale

• Holiday Inn On Flinders Melbourne
• Holiday Inn Old Sydney
• Holiday Inn Holiday Inn Surfers Paradise
• Holiday Inn Rooty Hill
• Holiday Inn Melbourne Airport
• Holiday Inn Potts Point-Sydney
• Holiday Inn Townsville
• Holiday Inn Burswood
• Holiday Inn City Centre Perth
• Holiday Inn Brisbane
• Holiday Inn Adelaide
• Holiday Inn Cairns
• Holiday Inn Darwin
• Holiday Inn Sydney Airport
• Holiday Inn Darling Harbour
• Holiday Inn Esplanade Darwin
• Holiday Inn Resort Gagudju Crocodile

New Zealand Holiday Inn Hotels participating in the 72 hour sale

• Holiday Inn Wellington
• Holiday Inn On Avon Christchurch
• Holiday Inn City Centre Christchurch

Terms/validity: Rates are per room, per night, are subject to availability and are valid for stays from January 7, 2009 till January 31, 2009. Full pre-payment is required at time of booking and is non-refundable upon cancellation. Blackout dates apply for January 19 to January 31 2009 for Crowne Plaza Melbourne and Holiday Inn On Flinders Melbourne. Offer excludes Holiday Inn City Centre Perth & Holiday Inn Rooty Hill. Kids 19 and under stay for free sharing parent’s guest room in existing bedding. Kids 12 and under eat free from the Kids menu when dining with an adult guest in the hotel restaurant. Reservation line open (AEDST) 7:00am to 10:30pm Monday to Friday; 7:00am to 7:30pm Saturday & Sunday and 7:00am to 7:30pm on public holidays. Bookings to be made online outside of these operating hours.

Book Direct:  www.holidayinn.com/72hoursale

Ski Vail Resorts at Last Season’s Prices

Vail Resorts Rolls Back Multi-Day Lift Tickets to Last Season’s Prices at All Five World-Class Mountain Resorts

Guests Can Save Up to $9 a Day on Three or More Days of Skiing and Riding at Vail, Beaver Creek, Breckenridge, Keystone and Heavenly

Vail Resorts Inc. Today announced that the Company’s five world-class mountain resorts – Vail, Beaver Creek, Breckenridge and Keystone in Colorado and Heavenly in California and Nevada – are rolling back multi-day lift tickets to 2007-2008 prices as a way to make it easier for skiers and snowboarders to take their winter mountain vacation this season.

“We recognize these are challenging times for many of our guests and we have taken numerous steps to make it easier for them to visit our world-class mountain resorts this season by addressing various components of a ski and snowboard vacation,” said Rob Katz, chief executive officer for Vail Resorts. He added, “We are offering our best lift ticket and season pass products to our most loyal guests. We began last spring by introducing the new Epic Season Pass at $579 for adults, for unlimited, unrestricted skiing and riding all season long at a fraction of the price of a previous season pass. We’re now offering our best lift ticket prices this season to accommodate those who weren’t able to take advantage of the Epic Season Pass.”

The Company’s five mountain resorts are offering last season’s prices for both PEAKS advance ticket purchases and PEAKS window ticket purchase for all multi-day lift tickets for three or more days of skiing and riding.

This season’s best pricing is available when guests purchase a three or more day PEAKS advance ticket seven days in advance. Three-day adult rates include $249 ($83 per day) for Breckenridge and Keystone, $267 ($89 per day) for Vail and Beaver Creek and $228 ($76 per day) for Heavenly. These rates represent up to $27 off of the lead single-day window rate which is $92 for Breckenridge and Keystone, $97 for Vail and Beaver Creek and $82 for Heavenly.

Guests can purchase the discounted multi-day rate beginning Saturday, Dec. 20, online at www.snow.com, through Vail Resorts Central Reservations, or at the resort ticket window. Advance lift ticket purchases are automatically enrolled in PEAKS Rewards, the free loyalty program for Vail, Beaver Creek, Breckenridge, Keystone and Heavenly. Tickets will be loaded onto a PEAKS Reward Pass and guests can go direct to the lift when they arrive at a resort. Plus, they earn and redeem points on lift ticket purchases. For more information, go to www.snow.com/peaks.

All five mountain resorts have been the recipients of one major snowstorm after another during the past several weeks, and snow continues to fall in the high country. Vail and Beaver Creek have already surpassed 100 inches of snowfall within the first month of operation for the season. In the past seven days alone, four feet of snow has fallen on Vail and Beaver Creek, while Keystone, Breckenridge and Heavenly have all received up to two feet of snow. Skiers and snowboarders can find a flurry of lift, lodging, air, baggage and dining deals to match the abundant snowfall at all five resorts. For more details on all Vail Resorts mountain vacation packages and snow reports, visit www.snow.com or call toll-free at (800) 404-353

Westin Kids Club

Westin Kids Club® is designed to help families discover all the fun and exciting things a destination has to offer. Enjoy services, amenities, and meals all geared to the needs of our most special guests – kids!

• At check-in, children 3-12 years old receive a Westin Kids Club draw-string bag chock full of great stuff, including a world map, make-your-own postcard kit with stencils and colored pencil set, and colorful bucket hat.
• Families with infants will receive their own special draw-string bag containing useful items such as Band-Aids, anti-septic wipes, first aid ointment, socket covers, a night light, and a fun toy.
• Our on-site Westin Kids Club program features a fun and informative Discovery Room. When kids come to the Discovery Room they’ll be given a Discovery Pack filled with everything they need to truly discover the destination: compass, membership bracelet, disposable camera, canteen, travel passport, and snack.
• The Discovery Room is also the hub of all Westin Kids Club activities. It’s outfitted with everything from a wall size map to National Geographic Kids® Magazines to games and movies.
• Fun and educational activities will keep kids engaged and excited.
• Kids, along with parents, can even go on off-site trips to experience activities like soaking up the culture at a museum or crafting with local art.

Book at Westin.

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