Puerto Rico Getaways

Puerto Rico offers warm weather, tropical breezes and non-stop flights from a bevy of U.S. gateways. This summer escape to the renowned Island of Enchantment, where select Hilton Worldwide hotels are offering unique, fun-filled holiday activities and the newly extended “Puerto Rico Getaways” promotion. Available through Apr. 7, this popular promotion features discounted amenities, a resort credit and affordable starting rates. And, with no U.S. passport required for travel, the only worry this holiday season will be where to buy a swimsuit!

The “Puerto Rico Getaways” promotion features 10 percent off the best available room rate, $50 resort credit every three nights, $25 casino match bet coupon and welcome rum drinks.  It is valid on bookings made online through Apr. 7 2013, for travel through May 7, 2013.   Participating hotels and starting rates are as follows:

With “Puerto Rico Getaways” rates starting at $170, El Conquistador Resort, A Waldorf Astoria Resort is the complete resort experience with amenities like the private 100-acre Palomino Island, featuring white sand beaches and recreational activities; the award-winning Golden Door Spa®; an Arthur Hills 18-hole golf course with a driving range, putting green and golf demonstration clinics for the entire family; the Coquí Water Park; seven tennis courts; a casino; a 35-slip private marina boasting unique deep sea fishing and scuba diving excursions; and an array of dining options including an outpost of New York’s famed steak restaurant, Strip House. El Conquistador is also offering guests access to the ‘Dine Around Our World’ program rewarding guests for dining on-property, and the newly launched ScoutAbout program where kids and parents alike enjoy a uniquely-designed, scavenger hunt tour, chock-full of fun-filled learning experiences. Las Casitas Village, A Waldorf Astoria Resort, the sister property of El Conquistador, boasts ocean view villa accommodations, 24-hour butler service and offers all the amenities of El Conquistador. Rates at Las Casitas Village start at $207. 

Located just five minutes from the airport in the fashionable Isla Verde district, El San Juan Resort & Casino is offering “Puerto Rico Getaways” rates starting at $143.  El San Juan Resort & Casino is a renowned landmark featuring lavishly designed rooms; an extensive selection of dining and entertainment venues; La Galeria, a European-style walking village of boutiques; a 16,500-square-foot casino; the Edouard de Paris Spa offering unique massages, facials and body treatments; and the alluring Encanto Beach Club, perfect for guests who enjoy spending their days in a posh poolside atmosphere.

 Conrad San Juan Condado Plaza, set on an exceptional downtown beach with stunning panoramic views, has “Puerto Rico Getaways” rates starting at $125.  This urban oceanfront oasis boasts guestrooms with rich décor; contemporary, flexible public gathering spaces; a 24-hour casino; water sports; tennis courts; three outdoor pools, including a distinctive saltwater pool; an outdoor massage area; and a self-serve laundry facility ideal for families.  Additionally, the hotel offers a bevy of unmatched dining options, including celebrity Chef Wilo Benet’s lavish Pikayo restaurant. The hotel also offers access to the kid-friendly ScoutAbout scavenger hunt program. 

“Puerto Rico Getaways” rates at Caribe Hilton start at $134.  Located just minutes from the heart of Historic Old San Juan, Caribe Hilton sits beachfront on an exclusive peninsula, made up of 17 acres of lush tropical gardens.  Already famous for being the birthplace of the piña colada, the resort is also known as the city’s largest hotel with a total of 910 guestrooms, including suites and the Condado Lagoon Villas.  Caribe Hilton features a secluded beach, oceanfront swimming pools, a children’s club, and a full-service Olas Spa, as well as the renowned Morton’s Steakhouse and a variety of dining options.  “Puerto Rico Getaways” is also available at Condado Lagoon Villas, which offers rates starting at $151 and the same added values as Caribe Hilto n. 

The “Puerto Rico Getaways” promotion at Hilton Ponce Golf & Casino Resort offers rates starting at $134.  Enjoy an affordable, secluded beachfront escape, just a few miles from the historic downtown area of Ponce.  With many recreational facilities, the Hilton Ponce Golf & Casino Resort offers a beautiful free-form pool, Jacuzzi®, fitness room, tennis courts, sauna and spa, casino and Costa Caribe Golf & Country Club, with a 27-hole Championship Golf Course designed by Bruce Besse Jr.  Dining options range from lavish breakfasts served at La Terraza to the trendy La Cava.

For more information on the “Puerto Rico Getaways” promotion and reservations, visit www.PuertoRicoGetaways.com or call 1-888-564-1307.  Please request Place Code “NS” for El Conquistador Resort, Las Casitas Resort, Conrad San Juan Condado Plaza, El San Juan Resort & Casino, Caribe Hilton and Condado Lagoon Villas and place code “OY” for Hilton Ponce Golf & Casino Resort.

Conrad San Juan Condado Plaza

Couples looking for the perfect escape to rekindle the spark this summer need to look no further than Conrad San Juan Condado Plaza.  Now through December 20, 2013, this perfectly located property is offering a romance package starting at $205 per night. 
 
Designed specifically for couples seeking an intimate, romantic escape on the sun-drenched Island of Enchantment – where no U.S. passport is required for travel – the offer is valid on stays of three nights or longer and includes your Deluxe accommodations, breakfast for two adults and a chilled bottle of champagne.
 
Conrad San Juan Condado Plaza is a city retreat boasting seemingly endless opportunities to enjoy everything Puerto Rico has to offer.  Conrad San Juan Condado Plaza offers everything from exhilarating nightlife to an array of recreational activities featuring a 24 hour casino; three outdoor pools, including a unique saltwater pool; water sports; tennis courts; contemporary, flexible public gathering spaces; and several dining options, including the lavish Pikayo restaurant by renowned Chef Wilo Benet.  The hotel is ensconced along a beautiful stretch of beachfront, with endless choices in entertainment and relaxation nearby at the cobblestone streets of historic Old San Juan.

To book the Romance package or for additional information, call 1-800-722-1276 or visit the hotel’s website
 
Terms & Conditions: All rates are subject to hotel availability; rate does not include taxes, gratuities or other incidental charges; certain length of stay restrictions may apply. Early departure fee may apply. This offer may not be combined with any other discounts or offers. If you are not interested in making this reservation online, please call our Internet Customer Center at 1-800-774-1500. Please request plan code “RP.”

The Conrad San Juan Condado Plaza overlooks both the azure Atlantic Ocean and the Condado Lagoon. Considered San Juan’s premier urban resort, the hotel offers a variety of exceptional dining options, an exhilarating nightlife and an array of activities including water sports, a 24-hour casino, tennis courts and outdoor massage area. The hotel houses numerous dining establishments, which include two restaurants by renowned Chef Wilo Benet: Varita and Pikayo. The hotel’s sleek, modern design makes it the ideal urban resort destination for business or leisure travel while still capturing the dynamic energy of the island of Puerto Rico.

Room rates at Conrad San Juan Condado Plaza start at $209 per night. For more information or to make reservations, call (888) 722-1274 or visit www.condadoplaza.com.

Discover Latin America & Caribbean IHG

InterContinental Hotels Group one of the world’s largest hotel companies, launches the “Free Night Holiday Celebration Package”, providing us who are looking to celebrate the Holidays in Latin America and the Caribbean with a good reason to rejoice.

Valid on hotel stays from December 14, 2012 to January 31, 2013, the “Free Night Holiday Celebration Package” provides us with one complimentary night when we book a 4 night stay. The package also includes breakfast buffet for two adults and children staying in the same room; a 4 p.m. late check-out to enjoy every last moment of the Holidays; and a $25 USD credit for phone calls or Internet use, so we can stay connected with loved ones.

The Free Night Holiday Celebration Package promises a rocking Holiday escape and a joyful and culturally-rich celebration at any of the IHG family of hotel brands in Latin America and the Caribbean, including InterContinental^® Hotels & Resorts, Hotel Indigo^®, Crowne Plaza^® Hotels & Resorts, Holiday Inn^® Hotels and Resorts, Holiday Inn Express^® and Staybridge Suites^®.

From golden beaches and charming colonial towns to vibrant cosmopolitan cities, Latin American and the Caribbean destinations have plenty to offer us looking for a Holiday getaway.

The Free Night Holiday Celebration Package can be reserved from now until January 15, 2013. Priority Club Rewards members who book this package can earn Priority Club® points on their hotel stay. For reservations and the full terms and conditions of this offer, please visit online, in Spanish or in Portuguese.

El Conquistador Resort, A Waldorf Astoria Resort

El Conquistador Resort, A Waldorf Astoria Resort is taking us on an epicurean adventure around the world with a new dining program offering added incentives just for dining on property.  Now through December 31, 2012, we will receive a “Dine Around Our World,” incentive card with a description of each property’s bars, lounges and restaurants.

As we wine and dine at each establishment, we will have our incentive card stamped to note the visit.  If we dine at four of the fine dining restaurants on property, we will receive a $100 resort credit by the end of our stay. If we fulfill our “Dine Around Our World,” Passport, we will receive a complimentary full-day “All inclusive” package for our next stay at El Conquistador.

To start the day, we have the option to have breakfast at some of the resort’s well-known establishments including Las Brisas Restaurant, opening daily and providing stunning ocean views; the exclusive Casitas Café overlooking one of the resort’s pools; or Café Caribe located near the casino and offering traditional American cuisine and Caribbean specialties.

During the day, pay a visit to Ballyhoo Bar & Grill, for its delicious seafood fare, picturesque views of the ocean and of the resort’s very own Palomino Island. Cozy Gourmet Market and the Marina Café offers several grab-and-go options and are conveniently located in the lobby and in the Marina area at the bottom of the funicular. Other favorites for lunch are Ventana del Caribe, providing open-air, ocean-view seating with teak umbrella tables, Oasis Bar & Grill located in the resort’s Coqui Water Park and Virgin Burger, a 50s-style outdoor café featuring burgers, sandwiches, salads and tropical drinks.

While spending the day at Palomino Island, stop by Iguanas or Mino’s Grill, a favorite spot to sip a refreshing, tropical drink. Or, after a round of golf on the resort’s famed Arthur Hills greens, guests visit The Golf Grill, located at the course’s club house; serving lunch and cocktails with views of the 18th hole and El Yunque Rainforest. After a rejuvenating spa experience, opt to savor fresh fruit smoothies and energy shakes at the t-Bar at the Golden Door.

For dinner & evening relaxation, enjoy dining at Café Bella Vista, a casual open-air spot overlooking the main pool complex, ocean and Palomino Island serving pizza, sandwiches and salads; Blossoms, which offers an exquisite tour of the orient with Pan-Asian cuisine, a sushi bar, teppanyaki tables and Chinese specialties; Stingray Café, a favorite spot for many guests, which overlooks the resort’s marina and serves Caribbean-themed seafood dishes; La Piccola Fontana, which offers fine Northern Italian cuisine and an exquisitely-appointed, elegant ambiance; and Strip House, (pictured left), one of America’s favorite steakhouses known for its seductive ambiance and innovative menu.

For delectable, sweet treats and delicious pastries, stop by David’s Cookies, located at the Funicular landing. For late-night entertainment, Twenty-One, a bar located near the casino with large-screen televisions and pool tables; as well as Drake’s Martini Bar and Las Olas Lounge, serving inventive, Caribbean-themed cocktails.

Located on the eastern tip of Puerto Rico near the fishing village of Las Croabas and dramatically set along the length of a 300-foot bluff, El Conquistador Resort, A Waldorf Astoria Resort spreads across 500 acres and overlooks the converging waters of the Caribbean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean. The resort boasts 750 redesigned guestrooms and suites; the private, 100-acre Palomino Island, which offers an array of water sports and other recreational activities along white-sand beaches; the Coquí Water Park; a renowned Golden Door Spa; an Arthur Hills 18-hole golf course; a tour desk offering varied local excursions; a casino with table games and a new collection of slot machines; as well as numerous dining options including an outpost of New York’s famed Strip House steak restaurant.

For more information on El Conquistador Resort, A Waldorf Astoria Resort, please call 888-543-1230. You can also call Waldorf Astoria reservations at 800-WALDORF (1-800-925-3673) or visit online.

Hilton Puerto Rico

This winter, a selection of Hotels & Resorts within the Hilton Worldwide portfolio in Puerto Rico, are encouraging you to get away from it all and escape to the Island of Enchantment. When booking online at PuertoRicoGetaways.com, you will be able to enjoy the ultimate Caribbean vacation with savings of 20% off Best Available Rates, $50 Resort Credit every Two Nights Stay, 20% Discount on Spa Services, $25 Casino Match Bet Coupon & Two Welcome Drinks…

El Conquistador Resort, The Waldorf Astoria Collection, offers a complete resort experience including the Coquí Water Park; a private Palomino Island featuring a secluded beach and recreational activities, a Golden Door® Spa; a marina; the Arthur Hills 18-hole golf course; a casino; and various dining options.  Las Casitas features private villas, butler service, exclusive dining options and a breathtaking infinity pool. 

El San Juan Hotel & Casino, The Waldorf Astoria Collection offers a variety of restaurants including Brother Jimmy’s, Aquair and Encanto Grill. Located just five minutes from the airport, El San Juan Hotel & Casino, The Waldorf Astoria Collection is a renowned Caribbean landmark featuring lavishly designed rooms, an extensive selection of dining and entertainment venues, a 16,500-square-foot casino, a European-style walking village of boutiques, a spa, salon and the alluring pool and beachside Encanto Beach Club.

Conrad San Juan Condado Plaza has delicious delights including Eight Noodle Bar (with late night hours) and the poolside Aqua Bar & Grill. Conrad San Juan Condado Plaza features stunning panoramic views and a unique downtown beach. The hotel boasts guestrooms with rich décor, a wide variety of contemporary public gathering spaces, water sports, a 24-hour casino, tennis courts, a sprawling pool layout including San Juan’s only filtered saltwater pool, and a private outdoor massage area. Conrad San Juan Condado Plaza also offers a game room for kids and a self-serve laundry facility ideal for families. In addition, the hotel houses two of renowned Chef Wilo Benet’s restaurants, Varita and Pikayo.

Caribe Hilton, San Juan with a variety of restaurants, including Il Giardino, Lemongrass and Piña Colada. Centrally located just minutes from the heart of Historic Old San Juan, Caribe Hilton sits beachfront on an exclusive peninsula, made up of 17 acres of lush tropical gardens. Already famous for being the birthplace of the piña colada, the resort is also known as the city’s largest hotel with a total of 910 guestrooms, including suites and the Condado Lagoon Villas. Caribe Hilton features a secluded beach, oceanfront swimming pools, a children’s club, and a full-service Olas Spa. Dining options include the renowned Morton’s The Steakhouse and the Lemongrass Pan Asian Latino.

Hilton Ponce Golf & Casino Resort you can enjoy a secluded beachfront location, just a few miles from the historic downtown area of Ponce. Featuring an array of recreational facilities, the Hilton Ponce Golf & Casino Resort offers a beautiful free-form pool, Jacuzzi®, fitness room, tennis courts, sauna and spa, casino, and Costa Caribe Golf & Country Club, with a 27-hole Championship Golf Course designed by Bruce Bessy. Dining options range from lavish breakfasts served at La Terraza to the trendy La Cava.

 To book online click on your favourite hotel or visit Puerto Rico Getaways Today!