What can be more beautiful than WASHINGTON D.C. at Cherry Blossom time.
Check out this package: With the National Cherry Blossom Festival just around the corner (March 28-April 12) and thousands of visitors coming to Washington, DC to see the famous trees in bloom, you may be interested in a Cherry Blossom themed hotel package The Liaison Capitol Hill, an Affinia Hotel is offering. The package starts at $223 per night, is available from March 28 - April 12, 2009, and includes several cherry-themed extras. If you have any questions feel free to contact Shannon Clines at clines@hisaokapr.com
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Or in the SOUTHWEST, it's a fine time for Winter & Spring specials in Santa Fe.
Take a break that's easy on your budget by visiting Santa Fe in late winter or early spring. The skiing is great, the city is uncrowded, and best of all?prices are the lowest of the year. Now, many of the city's finest hotels, inns, and B&B's are offering additional incentives to their already low rates. It's the best time ever to enjoy world-class spas, dining, art, skiing, and scenery at an affordable price. See why the whole world will be coming to Santa Fe for its 400th Anniversary starting Labor Day weekend, 2009.
Sage Inn. Stay two nights at this near-downtown hotel and get the third night free. Packages begin at $164, based on double occupancy, and include "Healthy Start" continental breakfast and three-night stay. Available through May 31, 2009. 725 Cerrillos Rd.; 866-433-0335 or www.santafesageinn.com for reservations.
La Posada de Santa Fe Resort & Spa. Book at least 21 days in advance for discounts of up to 50%. Rates for this "Ultimate Best Buy" package begin at only $106. Indulge in spa treatments and dine at the four-diamond restaurant, Fuego, with your savings. Offer is valid throughout 2009, based on availability. 330 E. Palace Ave.; 866-331-ROCK or www.rockresorts.com for reservations.
Eldorado Hotel & Spa. In the heart of downtown, the Eldorado offers a free spa treatment, a massage or facial, with each room night booked through March 31. There is no limit to the number of nights or treatments. In April, ask for the "Relieve Stress Package," with rates beginning at $229 per night. 309 W. San Francisco St.; 800-955-4455 (mention "Relieve Stress Package") or www.eldoradohotel.com (PKGNID booking code) for reservations.
The Madeline. Through March 14, obtain a 20% discount on lodging at The Madeline or sister properties Alexander's Inn or Hacienda Nicholas. Mention "Winter Special" to qualify at the time of booking. Mention "Last Minute Special" for 20% off rooms booked for one or two nights within 48 hours of arrival. Three or more nights receive a 30% discount. 106 Faithway; 888-877-7622, www.madeleineinn.com for reservations.
Inn on the Alameda. Inn on the Alameda. Celebrate "Money Madness" in March. The longer the stay, the greater the discount. The first night is $10 off, the second $20 off, and the rate keeps going down for up to five nights. Includes breakfast and afternoon wine and cheese reception. Available March 1-31 in Traditional rooms. 303 E. Alameda; 888- 984-2124 or www.innonthealameda.com for reservations.
La Fonda. The famed hotel at the end of the Santa Fe Trail keeps it simple. The "Go For Two Special" includes two nights for two people plus a dinner for two at the La Plazuela restaurant beginning at $449. 100 E. San Francisco St.: 800-523-5002 or www.lafondasantafe.com for reservations.
The Lodge at Santa Fe. Stay at one of the closest hotels to Ski Santa Fe and ski for free. Rates of $99 single occupancy or $149 double include all-day lift tickets. 750 N. St. Francis St.; 888-563-4373 or www.LodgeatSantaFe.com for reservations.
Inn and Spa at Loretto. A "Couples Ski Getaway" deal includes a guestroom, daily breakfast for two, and daily lift tickets for two beginning at $358 per night. 211 Old Santa Fe Trail; 800-727-5531 or www.innatloretto.com for reservations.
Hotel Santa Fe. Couples luxuriate with this winter bargain. Three nights in a Santa Fe Suite, a welcome basket of champagne and treats, flowers, daily breakfast, and a couple's massage is only $649. For an additional $150, book the Hacienda at Hotel Santa Fe and enjoy a fireplace and butler service. 1501 Paseo de Peralta. Mention promotion code "Romance2" at the time of booking, 800-210-6439 or www.hotelsantafe.com.
Inn of the Five Graces. Recently named New Mexico's only Relais & Chateaux property, the inn is a collection of handcrafted suites in the heart of Santa Fe's most historic neighborhood. For spring, the inn is offering one night accommodation for two with made to order breakfast, served in room or in the Gatehouse Restaurant, a welcome wine and cheese reception and a Santa Fe walking tour (offered 3 evenings a week) for $350 per night, two night minimum, valid March through April, 2009. 866-992-0957 or www.fivegraces.com for reservations.
Hilton Santa Fe Historic Plaza Hotel. The "Ski Santa Fe Package" starts at $200 per night double occupancy, excluding taxes, and comes with three nights (minimum) lodging for two, two 2-Day Adult all day lift tickets at Ski Santa Fe, Hilton's Healthy Choice Breakfast Buffet for two each morning, and complementary overnight parking during the stay. Available until Ski Santa Fe closes, scheduled for April 5, 2008. 100 Sandoval Street; 800-336-3676 or www.hiltonofsantafe.com.
Bishop's Lodge Ranch Resort & Spa. Close to town but a world away on the edge of the Santa Fe National Forest, Bishop's offers a real retreat, now at a special price. During March and April rooms start at $138 per night. 1297 Bishop&339;s Lodge Road; 800-732-2240. Book directly by clicking here.
All hotel packages have rules and restrictions and may have limited availability. Prices do not include tax. To find out everything about Santa Fe visit, www.santafe.org.
Contact:
LOCAS Communications
Steve Lewis
steve.lewisnm@comcast.net
1916 Camino Lumbre
Santa Fe, NM 87505
505.473.9002
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And who can forget the most famous haircut ever?
FORT SMITH: GI Haircut Day – March 25, 2009 – 51st anniversary date of that famous haircut when eyes from around the world were on Fort Chaffee as Elvis Presley lost those famous locks
March 25, 2009 ,1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Jimmy Peterson, local barber and whose father actually did Elvis’ haircut on 3/25/58 will be giving haircuts at the museum during this event. The shears, clippers, cape, etc. that was used on Elvis will be on display for the afternoon.
Also attending the event will be the local photographer who took those photos that went around the world, as well as a local reporter for the Fort Smith Times Record newspaper who interviewed Elvis while he was in the barber shop.
For further information, call Carolyn A. Joyce, Fort Smith CVB. 800.637.1477
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