Fall Getaways: Take in a Change of Scenery as Seasons Change
NORWALK, Conn., Sept. 27 -- With the winds of change and the brilliant tapestry of autumn ready to burst on the scene, what better way to enjoy the new season than a relaxing getaway to the exotic climes of the Caribbean or Hawaii. Or, you can set sail, take rail or automobile for an exciting fall adventure to soak up the sights of the season.
"As the seasons change, there's an abundance of unique destinations from exotic treks to warmer climates to fall foliage voyages and scenic railroad adventures," said Leslie Downey, director of communication for Travelers Advantage and TravelersAdvantage.com.
Here are Travelers Advantage's Top Fall Getaways:
1. Caribbean: Soak up the sun on a St. Thomas adventure. Escape to the
Wyndham Sugar Bay Resort & Spa, carved into a mountainside and
surrounded by the natural beauty of the Virgin Islands. This 294-room,
newly renovated resort offers breathtaking views of the Caribbean Sea,
nearby island of St. John, and other neighboring islands. Enjoy a
secluded private beach with extensive water sports including
snorkeling, scuba diving and kayaking; three interconnecting freshwater
pools with a waterfall and grotto; tennis complex; onsite spa;
state-of-the-art fitness center offering aerobic and yoga classes;
kid's club; and a comprehensive schedule of daily activities. (A
three-night all-inclusive package -- which includes roundtrip airfare
aboard American Airlines from Miami -- is available for $779 per
person.*)
2. Hawaii: Say Aloha to fall with an escape to Waikiki Beach. Luxuriate
in the Hyatt Regency Waikiki Resort in Honolulu, which features a
three-story atrium with cascading waterfalls, four restaurants, five
lounges, numerous child activities and a full-service spa. (A
four-night stay -- which includes roundtrip airfare aboard Delta
Airlines from Los Angeles and daily buffet breakfast -- is available
for $699 per person.**)
3. Sail: Consider a New England cruise up the East Coast and into Canada.
Most cruises travel between Boston or New York and Halifax, Nova
Scotia or Quebec, Canada, and sailings can be one-way or round-trip
through October. (Cruises range from a $799, seven-night Royal
Caribbean Jewel of the Seas tour to a $3,785, 11-night cruise aboard
the Crystal Symphony.***) Or soak up a fall foliage cruise featuring
the captivating scenery of the Mississippi River, the rolling hills and
manicured farmland of the Ohio Valley and the serene beauty of the
Tennessee and Cumberland rivers aboard the Delta Queen Steamboat (rates
on three-to-seven night excursions range from $795 to $5,475 per person
double occupancy; or a four-day, $575 Maine Windjammer Cruise).
4. Rail: All aboard a Great Smoky Mountain Railroad excursion! Jump into
a day trip or dinner ride (prices range from $42 to $72 per person) to
experience the lush Blue Ridge Mountain range, famous for one of the
longest-running color displays in the country. While there, check out
the famous Biltmore Estate in Asheville, N.C.
5. Automobile: Take New England in by automobile... witness the
magnificent fall colors and sample fresh Vermont maple syrup as you
soak up a fall foliage trip through historic Massachusetts, Maine and
Vermont. Travelers Advantage has great rates on Avis and Budget car
rentals, as well as the Hotel Savings Network that saves 5 to 20
percent off the non-discounted rate at more than 10,000 participating
hotels, including prime fall foliage destinations.
About Travelers Advantage
Members of Travelers Advantage (www.travelersadvantage.com or 1-877-841-1335) can save money on air travel, cruises, car rentals and accommodations, as well as earn five percent cash back on eligible travel booked with preferred providers through the service. Membership in Travelers Advantage can be enjoyed during the first month for only $1. The trial membership can be canceled at any time during the one-month trial period by calling toll free and owing nothing further. Unless the member calls to cancel during the trial, the membership will be extended automatically for an entire year at the $99.99 annual fee and automatically renewed annually upon expiration at the then-current annual fee, billed to a credit card account, without the member having to do anything further. Additionally, members may call toll free to cancel at any time and receive a pro-rata refund of their then current membership fee. Travelers Advantage is offered by Affinion Group, a leader in the membership, insurance and loyalty marketing businesses, providing products and services that touch the lives of millions of Americans.
About Affinion Group
Affinion Group (www.affiniongroup.com) is a leading affinity direct marketer of value-added membership, insurance and package enhancement programs and services to consumers. With more than 30 years of experience, Affinion Group currently offers its programs and services worldwide through more than 4,500 affinity partners. Its diversified base of affinity partners includes leading companies in a wide variety of industries, including financial services, retail, travel, telecommunications, utilities and Internet. Affinion Group also has a growing loyalty solutions operation which administers points-based loyalty programs. Based in Norwalk, Conn., Affinion Group has approximately 3,600 employees throughout the United States and in 14 countries across Europe.
*Tours operated by Travel Impressions. Rate is per person, based on double occupancy in a specific room category, and includes roundtrip coach airfare from Miami on American Airlines, roundtrip airport/hotel transfers, hotel accommodations, hotel tax and all-inclusive program. Rates valid for bookings made 9/01/06-10/31/06 for travel 9/01/06 -12/23/06. Blackout, weekend, and holiday peak season surcharges apply. Surcharges may range from between $ 5 and $150. Per person government imposed taxes of up to $47(including PFC's of up to $18 and September 11th Security Fee of up to $10) are additional. Rates and promotions are accurate at time of printing and are subject to changes, exceptions, cancellation charges and restrictions. All advertised savings are reflected in price. Not responsible for errors or omissions in the printing of this ad. Additional higher priced packages available. Valid for new bookings only. CST # 2029006-20, IOWA#758. NEVADA#2004-0029. Washington UBI # 602 425 801
**Tours operated by Travel Impressions. Rate is per person, based on double occupancy in a cityview room, and includes roundtrip coach airfare from Los Angeles on Delta Airlines, roundtrip airport/hotel transfers, hotel accommodations and hotel tax. Rates valid for travel 9/01/06- 12/26/06. Blackout, weekend, and holiday peak season surcharges apply. Surcharges may range from between $ 5 and $150. Per person government imposed taxes of up to $60(including PFC's of up to $18 and September 11th Security Fee of up to $10) are additional. Rates and promotions are accurate at time of printing and are subject to changes, exceptions, cancellation charges and restrictions. All advertised savings are reflected in price. Not responsible for errors or omissions in the printing of this ad. Additional higher priced packages available. Valid for new bookings only. CST # 2029006-20, IOWA#758. NEVADA#2004-0029. Washington UBI # 602 425 801
***All rates are cruise only, per person, double occupancy and do not include non-commissionable fares and $19.95 processing fee. Cancellation penalty of $79 applies. Fees are subject to change and withdrawal at any time without notice. Travel services are provided by Travelers Advantage Services, Inc. The Royal Caribbean cruise sails Oct. 7-14, and can be booked through Oct. 6; and the Crystal Symphony sails Oct. 20-30 and can be booked through Oct. 19. State seller of travel registration numbers for Travelers Advantage Services, Inc.: California 20791-50 (registration as a seller of travel does not constitute approval by California. Travelers Advantage is not a participant in the Travel Consumer Restitution Fund); Florida: ST-36197; Hawaii: TAR-6223; Iowa: 800; NEVADA: 2005-0034; Washington 602 493 651.