Hutchinson Island Marriott

This winter, one Florida Treasure Coast resort is making sure that unruly seasonal travel prices won’t freeze up our vacation plans and turn us cold, and it’s not falling back on its swaying palm trees and balmy weather to do it. As winter rages on, Hutchinson Island Marriott Beach Resort & Marina is melting budget stress away with a hot, limited-time vacation deal, which includes 25% off leisure rates, that is sure to warm up both snowbirds and locals alike.

Perfectly situated on the pristine shores of the sunshine state’s Treasure Coast, Hutchinson Island’s “Defrost the Cost” travel package is based on a minimum two-night stay for reservations made between December 10 and December 31, 2012, for travel between January 1 and February 14, 2013. Boasting warmed-up rates starting at $156 a night, the travel deal includes 25% off leisure rates, plus complimentary breakfast for two!

The beach lover’s haven is giving us the opportunity to defrost (relax) both our budgets and minds this season. Free of winter woes, enjoy gracious accommodations and modern comforts, as well as miles of unspoiled, white-sand beaches. Serving the desires of seeking unpretentious delights, the Hutchinson Island Marriott lifestyle consists of a flip-flop friendly seaside attitude, away from the hustle and bustle of city life.

Don’t let winter get its bitter grip on your wallet this year—let Hutchinson Island Defrost the Cost! To rid your winter of all things icy and everything pricey, call 1-800-228-9290 and mention the package name, or visit online and use the promotional code LQ1 when booking.

Package is based on availability. Additional restrictions and blackout dates may apply.

About Hutchinson Island Marriott Beach Resort & Marina
Hutchinson Island Marriott Beach Resort & Marina is Florida, the way it should be. The inviting beach lover’s haven is nestled on the pristine shores of Florida’s Treasure Coast, flanked by the Atlantic Ocean and the Intracoastal Waterway. Contrasting the hustle and bustle of metropolitan life, the 200-acre retreat exudes an easy-come-easy-go ambiance where gracious accommodations and modern comforts are presented with genuine southern charm. The AAA Three Diamond resort offers miles of unspoiled beaches and 274 deluxe accommodations, including 74 oceanfront Sandpiper Beach Villas. Hutchinson Island’s amenities consist of an executive 18-hole golf course, a 77-slip South Florida marina, recreational activities—including deep-sea and river fishing, jet skiing, tennis, kayaking and biking—four Stuart, FL restaurant options, three outdoor pools, and over 25,000-square-feet of flexible meeting facilities. The Resort dares guests to escape busy lives through the explorations of a coastal gem. Serving the desires of laidback travelers seeking unpretentious delights, at Hutchinson Island Marriott Beach Resort & Marina, priorities consist of a flip-flop friendly seaside lifestyle, away from city strife; where sunshine and shorelines supersede deadlines, and aquatic adventures and environmental explorations are abound.  Hutchinson Island Marriott Beach Resort & Marina is located at 555 NE Ocean Boulevard Stuart, Florida 34996. For additional information and booking please visit online.

LXR Luxury Resorts & Hotels

With exceptional savings and a collection of romantic hotels from which to choose, Fall Escape offers couples of all ages a romantic and relaxing fall getaway.  Available at eighteen hotels, including idyllic Florida locations from Orlando to Miami and Sanibel Island to Fort Lauderdale, a resort in Jamaica, and city hotels in New York and Boston, the promotion helps couples get the most from their fall vacation this year as they relax, unwind, and enjoy quality time together in a variety of settings.
 
The Fall Escape offer includes the best available rate with a minimum two-night consecutive stay and a minimum $50 Hotel Credit or more (offer varies by property).
 
Offered at the following participating properties for travel now through December 15, 2012:

Central Florida

• Buena Vista Palace Hotel & Spa in the Walt Disney® World Resort (Orlando, FL) from $99* per night. Receive a wine amenity at check-in, $75 dinner for two, and spa discount.**
• Hilton Clearwater Beach (Clearwater, FL) from $204* per night. Receive a $50 hotel credit.***
• Hilton Cocoa Beach Oceanfront Hotel (Cocoa Beach, FL) from $114* per night. Receive a $50 hotel credit.***
• The Westin Tampa Harbour Island (Tampa, FL) from $144* per night. Receive a wine amenity at check-in, and a $50 dining credit.**

Southeast Florida:

• Bahia Mar Fort Lauderdale Beach - a DoubleTree by Hilton (Fort Lauderdale, FL) from $114* per night. Receive a $50 hotel credit.***
• Hilton Fort Lauderdale Marina (Fort Lauderdale, FL) from $124* per night. Receive a $50 hotel credit.***
• Hyatt Regency Pier Sixty-Six (Fort Lauderdale, FL) from $99* per night. Receive a wine amenity at check-in, $75 dinner for two, and spa discount.**
• Miami Beach Resort (Miami Beach, FL) from $99* per night. Receive a wine amenity at check-in, $75 dinner for two, and spa discount.**

Southwest Florida:

• Hyatt Regency Sarasota (Sarasota, FL) from $149* per night. Receive a wine amenity at check-in, and $75 dinner for two.**
• Sanibel Inn (Sanibel Island, FL) from $129* per night. Receive a wine amenity at check-in, $75 dinner for two and spa discount.**
• Sanibel Sunset Beach Inn (Sanibel Island, FL) from $129* per night.  Receive a wine amenity at check-in, $75 dinner for two, and spa discount.**
• Seaside Inn (Sanibel Island, FL) from $129* per night. Receive a wine amenity at check-in, $75 dinner for two, and spa discount.**
• Song of the Sea (Sanibel Island, FL) from $149* per night. Receive a wine amenity at check-in, $75 dinner for two, and spa discount.**
• South Seas Island Resort (Captiva Island, FL) from $149* per night. Receive a wine amenity at check-in, $75 dinner for two, and spa discount.**

Florida Keys:

• Hilton Key Largo Resort (Key Largo, FL) from $144* per night. Receive a $50 hotel credit.***

Jamaica:

• Hilton Rose Hall Resort & Spa (Montego Bay, Jamaica) all-inclusive rates from $254* per night. Receive a $50 hotel credit.***

Northeast USA:

• Hilton Boston Downtown/Financial District (Boston, MA) from $239* per night. Receive a wine amenity at check-in, $75 dinner for two and spa discount.**
• LaGuardia Airport Hotel (East Elmhurst, New York) from $99* per night. Receive a $50 hotel credit.***

For more information and reservations, visit www.LuxuryResorts.com/FallEscape.
 
Terms & Conditions:

*Promotional rates based upon availability and do not include applicable taxes, gratuities, resort fees, service charges or incidental charges. Offer not valid with group bookings. Please check at time of booking to determine age restrictions and child to adult ratio requirements.

**Valid at participating properties, seven days a week from now through 12/15/12. Offer based on a minimum two-night consecutive stay. Advance reservations required. Blackout dates may apply including holidays and weekend nights. Offer cannot be combined with any other promotions, discounts, or coupons and are not applicable to previous reservations or group bookings. $75 Dining Card must be redeemed in one seating in participating resort restaurants, excluding in-room dining. Dinner value excludes alcoholic beverages, tax and gratuities. Unused portions of the value are not redeemable for cash and cannot be used for future stays. Spa Bonus varies by property. Offer subject to offer details herein and the hotel’s booking terms and conditions.  Offer not valid with group bookings. For details, check the participating property’s website.

***Offer is subject to availability at participating Hilton Hotels, DoubleTree by Hilton hotels and LaGuardia Airport Hotel for stays booked between now and December 17, 2012 and completed between now and December 19, 2012. Advance reservations are required. Must book at least three (3) days in advance of arrival. Should you wish to modify or cancel reservations, please do so at least three (3) days prior to your date of arrival to avoid any penalties. Participating hotels are subject to change without notice. This offer is not applicable to existing reservations or group bookings, and may not be combined with other select promotions, discounts or offers.

Hotel credits are earned per room, per stay. A US $50 hotel credit will be awarded for every 2 consecutive nights stayed. The total hotel credits that can be awarded are unlimited and based upon completed, consecutive, two-night stays. Credit will be applied to guest folio at time of checkout. Credit will be applied towards certain hotel charges excluding room rate, corresponding taxes, gratuity and select activities as determined by the property. Additional restrictions may apply. Contact the participating property or visit the property’s web site for the property’s specific terms & conditions.  Credit is non-transferable, not redeemable for cash, void after checkout and cannot be applied toward future stays.

Kimpton’s Florida Hotels

Take advantage of the hottest holiday wedding deal in South Florida. While Cyber Monday may be officially over, the Kimptons of Florida hotels are continuing the holiday savings through Wednesday, December 5 with their Cyber Monday Wedding Offer.  If brides-to-be book their wedding at one of these romantic venues between by December 5 2012, they will receive their choice of:

• Second complimentary night (for bride or parents)
• Active station for cocktail hour
• Late night station with a choice of 2 late night snacks.

EPIC, Surfcomber, and Vero Beach Hotel & Spa each offer event venues that are as diverse as each bride’s unique taste. Please contact your favourite below…

 
EPIC Hotel -  Modern, Edgy, Sophisticated
From the inviting outdoor EPIC lawn to the panoramic backdrop from our 16th floor pool deck, EPIC Hotel in downtown Miami creates an ideal setting for a rehearsal dinner, ceremony, or post-wedding brunch. With renovations set to be complete in early 2013, EPIC will feature over 50,000 square feet of event space, including a Junior Ballroom that will accommodate up to 225 guests.

Create your truly unforgettable Miami wedding reception and celebrations. For more information and to book your event, contact the Catering Department at events@epichotel.com or call directly at 305.967.7303.
 

Surfcomber – Relaxed, Fun, Classic
Surfcomber Miami, South Beach’s relaxed style and sparkling ocean views makes it the ideal setting for a beach wedding. Gracious hospitality and personalized attention complement the hotel’s flexible indoor spaces and beautiful outdoor pool deck. Additionally, wedding catering is provided by Lantao Kitchen + Cocktails, offerings flavorful American fare.

For more information about South Beach oceanfront event space and to book your wedding or event at Surfcomber Hotel, please contact Tiffany Morris at (305) 779-3812 or at Tiffany.Morris@surfcomber.com

Vero Beach Hotel & Spa – Romantic, Timeless, Elegant
Vero Beach Hotel & Spa offers a magnificent oceanfront setting and contemporary, elegant style for upcoming wedding events. The hotel can provide a cocktail reception for up to 200 guests, dinner for up to 140 guests, on-site spa services and more.

Let us help you create and realize your fairytale day. For more information and to book your wedding event, contact Nikki Estes at weddings@verobeachhotelandspa.com or call her directly at 772.469.1064.
 

Vero Beach Hotel & Spa

With Kimpton’s Vero Beach Hotel & Spa as the stage, top tips from the hotel’s own staff and local wedding planner pros ensure a memorable event on the ‘big day.’ As the place to celebrate life’s most important milestone celebrations – from a family reunion vacation to a once-in-a-lifetime dream wedding, Vero Beach Hotel & Spa shares the best kept secrets to make sure the only “hitch” on the big day is between the couple tying the knot.
 
Creating the ideal beach wedding is a piece of cake – wedding cake that is - with the help of their go-to wedding gurus. From the ‘I Do’ to the ‘Ever After,’ the panoramic, oceanfront setting and contemporary yet elegant style creates the perfect setting for a wedding celebration with memories that last a lifetime.
 
Thanks to on-property wedding planner Nikki Estes, who has planned more than 300 weddings at Vero Beach Hotel & Spa, the bride and groom can rest assured they are in excellent hands. Estes works with only the best event planners in the area, and together, they have compiled the following list of must-dos for any altar-bound couple:

1. Make it your own. Today’s trend is for the wedding to reflect the unique lifestyle and tastes of the couple to make it truly memorable and distinct. Let your wedding planner in on your likes, dislikes, shared interests and preferences, and let them customize an event just for you. – Nikki Estes, Vero Beach Hotel & Spa
   
2. The right décor is just as important as the right venue. Plan your floral and decorating according to the venue, but be prepared to spend between 8 to 10 percent of the total budget. No matter how beautiful a room is, it’s the decorating that helps brings it to life. – Jill Frost, The Pink Pelican
3. Don’t second guess yourself. To minimize stress and budget over-runs, stick with the choices you make. Avoiding constant changes will keep costs down on the big day. – Fè Domenech, The Event Firm
4. Don’t miss the moment from your guests’ perspective. After the “I Do” moment, have your photographer snap a panoramic picture of all your guests’ reactions. This custom shot is truly a treasure. – Brenda Woolston, En Vogue Event Planning
5. The Magic Formula – the ceremony is for you, the reception is for your guests. Consider these unique perspectives when planning the must-have elements of your ceremony and reception. Vows, readings and ceremonial moments will make it special for you, while ensuring your guests enjoy the most sumptuous food and spectacular music at the reception will make it equally memorable for them. – Nikki Estes, Vero Beach Hotel & Spa

With the casual oceanfront elegance and neutral palate of the ocean and sand, Vero Beach Hotel & Spa is the perfect destination wedding retreat – whether you prefer shabby chic décor or unequivocal elegance. The hotel offers two distinct Destination Wedding Packages starting at $5,500 for up to 50 guests for the “Day” package and includes:

• One bedroom oceanfront bridal suite for two nights
• Wedding ceremony on the Shoreline Patio overlooking the ocean with complimentary white ceremony chairs
• Two hour private brunch reception for up to 50 guests in the Shoreline Room that includes a selection of Cobalt Restaurant specialty brunch items and unlimited mimosas
• Wedding cake and champagne toast

The Destination Wedding Evening Package starts at $9,000 for up to 50 guest and includes:

• One bedroom oceanfront bridal suite for two nights
• One hour welcome reception with wine and cheese
• Wedding ceremony on the Shoreline Patio overlooking the ocean with complimentary white ceremony chairs
• Wedding cake and champagne toast
• Private two course dinner for up to 50 guests in the Shoreline Room with a three hour open bar

Destination Wedding Packages are available now through December 27, 2012. For inquiries please contact 772-774-4960 or email Nikki.Estes@verobeachhotelandspa.com.
 
For more information on the Vero Beach Hotel & Spa weddings services, please visit online. To stay up-to-date on the latest news and travel deals, become a fan of the Vero Beach Hotel & Spa Facebook page by visiting www.facebook.com/VeroBeachHotelandSpa or follow on Twitter and Instagram @KimptonInFL.

Vero Beach Hotel & Spa

Turtle watching, building pirate ships and cooking up a fresh local catch are not your average fare for a company meeting. Just as desks, computers and spreadsheets don’t jibe with a day at the beach. But at Kimpton’s 113-room Vero Beach Hotel & Spa, flowcharts rise with the tides and group meetings are taken “Beyond the Boardroom,” with complimentary activities to discover the area’s indigenous pleasures and a selection of savings incentives.

Located on Central Florida’s sun-drenched Treasure Coast, between Orlando and Palm Beach, Kimpton’s oceanfront Vero Beach Hotel & Spa sets the stage for great discoveries and business outcomes. Whether planning an executive brainstorming meeting for four or a training seminar for 60, the newly-launched “Beyond the Boardroom” program offers groups special meeting perks and fun activities that provide great savings while further engaging guests in team building experiences that are out of their element, away from the conference room and immersed in the wonders of Vero Beach.

With accommodations starting at $99 per night, “Beyond the Boardroom” offers groups a selection from one of the following native Vero Beach activities:

• Earth to Vero: Green meeting room set-up & Environmental Learning Seminar (ELS). ELS features a choice of a “Moonlight Turtle Walk” on the beach to watch turtles nesting with night vision goggles (seasonal) or on-site “Paws-On Interactive Animal Experience” with South Florida wildlife.
• Cook a Local Catch: Evening, beachside cooking class with fresh local fish. Taught by Sous Chef, Bradley Willits from the hotel’s Cobalt Restaurant, the class is presented Iron Chef-style, allowing groups to team-up at a station and create delicious fare infused with the exotic flavors of South Florida.
•  Cardboard Pirate Ship Regatta: Teambuilding competition to build your own life-size cardboard ship. Once complete, one member from each team enters their ocean-going “vessel” and races 20 yards out, around a buoy and back to the beach.

 


As part of Kimpton hotel’s customized meeting program, groups may also select one favorite from Kimpton’s “Pick Your Perks” menu:

• 10% off EVERYTHING “master account” including audio visual, room rental and food & beverage
• Oceanfront Suite VIP upgrade for every ten room nights

“The charm and natural appeal of Vero Beach inspired us to offer complimentary activities, exclusive to the area and our resort that would afford group business travelers an extraordinary escape within a new and refreshing environment,” says Marco Scherer, General Manager for the Vero Beach Hotel & Spa. “While discovering Vero, groups will bond through one-of-a-kind team-building experiences, producing an unforgettable retreat that still retains the attentive service and precision provided by our meeting planners.”

The Vero Beach Hotel & Spa offers a variety of meeting venues including: the Shoreline Room, an oceanfront banquet space and patio for up to 70 guests; the Executive Board Room for meetings up to ten; and Cobalt restaurant’s private dining room that can accommodate up to 35 guests. Vero Beach Hotel & Spa’s signature group offer, “Beyond the Boardroom,” is available to all group meetings of up to 60 guests. Groups can further enhance their experience by opting for one of the Kimpton brand’s Signature Meetings which include: Elements of Wellness, Fun Worship, Earthcare and Degrees of Discovery.

Those looking to further explore the barrier island can enjoy a number of activities including endless beachcombing, biking along the Indian River and Historic Jungle Trail, kayaking the Indian River, fishing, diving, and world-class art installations at the Vero Beach Museum of Art. Vero Beach offers spectacular nature preserves with environmental highlights like the Environmental Learning Center, Pelican Island Wildlife Refuge (the nation’s first wildlife refuge), and nearby McKee Botanical Garden. 

For more information on group meetings at the Vero Beach Hotel & Spa contact meetings@verobeachhotelandspa.com or 772.469.1063. For more information about Kimpton’s Vero Beach Hotel & Spa, visit www.verobeachhotelandspa.com or call 1-866-602-VERO. 

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