Eurail, which provides rail service to 28 European countries, has added Eurostar, the high-speed passenger rail service linking the U.K. with mainland Europe, to its membership group from 2017 onward. With the new partnership, Eurail Pass holders traveling on Eurostar will enjoy new special fares and greater availability of seat reservations.
Eurail Global and applicable Select and One Country Pass holders looking to discover multiple destinations as they hop on and off Europe’s rail network can secure Eurostar Pass holder fares from €30 one way in Standard class or €38 in Standard Premier with their Eurail Pass, making it easier to incorporate a high-speed journey under the Channel into their unique rail journey.
The fares will be available between London, Ebbsfleet and Ashford International and Paris, Brussels, Lille, Calais and Disneyland Paris.
Miami Airport Marriott is offering up to a 20 percent discount on reservations booked online until February 28, 2017, for a minimum two-night stay on any stay taking place at the hotel during December 20, 2016, to April 30, 2017. Reservations must be booked at least seven days in advance.
Located two miles from Miami International Airport, the hotel has 362 guest rooms, five suites, a fitness center, outdoor pool, three restaurants, three concierge levels and 16 meeting rooms totaling 17,878 square feet.
In addition, the hotel has added a new in-room entertainment package to each of its accommodations. Visitors now have access to Internet TV, allowing guests to stream their personal Netflix, Hulu, Crackle, Pandora and YouTube accounts straight to the hotel’s flat-panel TVs. Additionally, a TED Talks channel will be available exclusively for Marriott guests, putting thousands of idea-inspiring speeches in more than 100 languages right at their fingertips. An interactive channel banner makes it simple to switch seamlessly between internet TV and regular cable channels, ensuring a user-friendly experience for all viewers.
(Photos courtesy of Key Largo Bay Marriott Beach Resort)
Key Largo Bay Marriott Beach Resort at 103800 Overseas Highway, MM 103.8 in Key Largo, Florida, has unveiled extensive renovations. The revamp includes a newly redesigned lobby, new locally inspired decor and a recently modernized hotel spa. The resort has 133 rooms, 20 suites, an outdoor pool, a fitness center and three different hotel restaurants/bars: Gus Grille (for a romantic dinner with a memorable view) and the more casual Breezer’s Tiki Bar and Flipper’s Pool Ba. The hotel also has eight event rooms totaling 10,932 square feet of space and a maximum capacity of 350 attendees in the largest space.
Amenities include free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour business center with complimentary printing, an 875-square-foot meeting space, an indoor heated pool with whirlpool and a fitness center. Each guest room includes the brand’s signature Clean and Fresh Hampton bed, HDTV, microwave, refrigerator and coffeemaker. Suites are also available, offering additional space and a comfortable sleeper sofa.
Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Amarillo East is four miles from Big Texas Ranch, five miles from Texas Air and Space Museum, six miles from the Route 66 District and six miles from Amarillo International Airport.
(Photo courtesy of SpringHill Suites Cincinnati Midtown)
SpringHill Suites Cincinnati Midtown has undergone extensive renovations that that upgraded the hotel’s guest rooms and public spaces. The multi-million dollar renovations include new carpeting, bedding, floor tile, curtains, paint, wall vinyl, artwork and soft seating furniture. Located at 610 Eden Park Drive in Cincinnati, the hotel has 122 suites and is adjacent to the Baldwin Center and just five minutes from downtown Cincinnati.
In partnership with West Elm, the hotel is redesigned with touches of cool blues and sleek greys in the guest rooms and vibrant yellow and bronze in the lobby. Each hotel suite includes a spacious seating area with trundle sofa sleeper, mini-fridge and microwave. Rooms also include features that provide guests the ability to work while on the road including a well-lit work desk and complimentary high-speed WiFi.
(Photo courtesy of Hampton Inn Louisville North/Clarksville by Hilton)
Hampton Inn Louisville North/Clarksville by Hilton has undergone major renovations to its 119 guest rooms and hotel exterior. Located at 1501 Broadway Street in Clarksville, Indiana, the hotel is 1.7 miles from Green Tree Mall and only 10 minutes from downtown Louisville. According to the hotel, the scope of $2.5 million dollar renovation includes new carpeting, bathtubs, tiling, mattresses, microwaves, refrigerators, curtains, paint, wall vinyl and artwork.
Rooms include features that provide guests the ability to work while on the road including a dedicated work space and complimentary high-speed WiFi. The property also has a fitness center and seasonal outdoor pool.
Hampton by Hilton has opened six locations in December 2016.
(Photo courtesy of Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Seattle/Northgate)
Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Seattle/Northgate is at 9550 First Avenue NE in Seattle. The property, managed by the Hotel Group, has 167 rooms and suites. The hotel offers complimentary breakfast, free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour business center with complimentary printing, a meeting space that can accommodate as many as 100 guests and an indoor pool. There is also Suite Shop, a convenience store that sells food, beverages, toiletries and local merchandise. The hotel is less than a mile from Northgate Mall, about three miles from Woodland Park Zoo and about seven miles from the Space Needle and Pike Place Market.
(Photo courtesy of Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Nashville Hendersonville)
Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Nashville Hendersonville is at 111 Saundersville Road in Hendersonville, Tennessee. The hotel, which has 100 guest rooms and suites, is owned and managed by Ernst-Western Corporation. The hotel offers complimentary breakfast to guests, free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour business center with complimentary printing, a meeting space that can accommodate as many as 120 people and an indoor saltwater pool. The hotel’s lobby also has Treats, a shop with snacks, toiletries, local merchandise and drinks for purchase. The hotel is about 19 to 20 miles from downtown Nashville, the historic Grand Ole Opry, Ascend Amphitheater, Music Row, the Streets of Indian Lake Mall and Nissan Stadium.
(Photo courtesy of Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Spring Hill)
Hampton Inn by Hilton Spring Hill is at 2052 Crossings Boulevard in Spring Hill, Tennessee. The property, which is managed by Halifax Hotels, has 83 guest rooms, free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour business center with complimentary printing, a meeting space that can accommodate up to 75 people, an outdoor patio area and an indoor heated saltwater pool. The hotel serves complimentary breakfast. Another dining option is Treats, a convenience shop in the hotel’s lobby. Hampton Inn by Hilton Spring Hill is about 37 miles from Nashville. Attractions that are within three miles of the hotel include the Spring Hill Civil War Battle Site and Rippavilla Plantation.
(Photo courtesy of Hampton Inn by Hilton New Paltz)
Hampton Inn by Hilton New Paltz is at 4 South Putt Corners Road in New Paltz, New York. The hotel, which is managed by New Paltz Hospitality, has 86 rooms and offers complimentary breakfast, free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour business center with complimentary printing, a meeting space that can accommodate up to 100 people and an indoor heated saltwater pool. The hotel also has Treats, a grab-and-go shop in the lobby. Hampton Inn by Hilton New Paltz is about one mile from the State University of New York New Paltz campus and about eight miles from Walkway over the Hudson.
(Photo courtesy of Hampton Inn by Hilton Oxford)
Hampton Inn by Hilton Oxford is at 151 Main Street in Oxford, Maine. Managed by Giri Management, the hotel has 93 guest rooms, free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour business center with complimentary printing, a boardroom, an indoor pool and fitness center. The hotel offers free breakfast, and there is also a convenience store called Treats in the hotel’s lobby. Hampton Inn by Hilton Oxford is less than a mile from Oxford Casino and about four miles from Oxford Plains Speedway.
(Photo courtesy of Hampton Inn by Hilton Yemassee/Point South)
Hampton Inn by Hilton Yemassee/Point South is at 139 Frampton Drive in Yemassee, South Carolina. Managed by Trishul Hospitality, the hotel has 80 rooms, complimentary breakfast, free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour business center with complimentary printing, a meeting space that can accommodate up to 40 people and an indoor heated saltwater pool. The hotel also has Treats, a grab-and-go shop in the lobby. Hampton Inn by Hilton Yemassee/Point South is less than a mile from Frampton Plantation House and about 6.5 miles from the Old Sheldon Church Ruins.
SMAAASH, a gaming and entertainment center founded in India in 2012, opened its first U.S. location at the Mall of America (Level 4 East) in Bloomington, Minnesota, on December 20, 2016.
At the grand opening, the first 100 customers standing in line were each rewarded with a $100 Gift Card. During the day, two lucky customers scored five consecutive goals on the “What the Puck” hockey game, and each won a Harley Davidson Motorcycle for their skills. Harrison Smith of the Minnesota Vikings presented ceremonial keys to the winners, who are from St. Louis Park and Elk River, Minnesota.
SMAAASH, America’s Adrenaline Arena, has 40,000 square feet of gaming, racing, dining and virtual-reality (VR) experiences, including a VR rollercoaster ride where the rider is able to create his or her own track before hopping aboard. Elsewhere, guests will be able to walk a thin, rickety plank that seems to have them between two skyscrapers hundreds of feet in the air.
(Rendering courtesy of Hyatt Place London Heathrow Airport)
Hyatt Place London Heathrow Airport officially opened on December 21, 2016. It’s the second Hyatt Place hotel in London and the fifth Hyatt branded hotel in the United Kingdom. The hotel has 358 guest rooms; a 24/7 Gallery Market offering grab-and-go items; a 24-hour StayFit Gym; Coffee to Cocktails Bar offering specialty coffees, premium beers, wines and cocktails ; free Wi-Fi and public computers with remote printing throughout the hotel; and meetings spaces offering that can accommodate as many as 100 people; and an Odds & Ends program for forgotten items that guests can buy, borrow or enjoy for free.
The Bavarian-inspired Hofsas House Hotel in Carmel-by-the-Sea, California, is celebrating its 70th anniversary in 2017 with the following discount packages, according to a press release from Hofsas House Hotel:
Hofsas House Celebrates 70 Years
Celebrate Hofsas House Hotel’s 70th Anniversary — and Carmel-By-The-Sea’s 101st anniversary! — with our History Tour! Delight in the special charms of Carmel on a leisurely, fun and informative two-hour guided walk past enchanting fairytale cottages, through secret pathways, hidden courtyards and award-winning gardens. Tour includes the book, “Stories of Old Carmel, a Centennial Tribute.” Cost is $25 per person. When booking, use promotion code: 70thANNI.
Third Night’s a Charm
At Hofsas House we know the third night’s a charm, so book three nights and get the third one-third off for a getaway that won’t end too soon. Some restrictions and blackout dates apply, please check our website for details. Valid through February, excluding holidays and AT&T golf tournament week. Mention code HHCHARM.
Golfer’s Delight
Book a stay at the Hofsas House and add a round of golf at one of the Monterey Peninsula’s best golf courses, the historic Quail Lodge Golf Club. Play an 18-hole round of golf for two, including shared cart and range balls for only $125 per person. Use promotion code: HHQUAIL.
Wine and Cheese Package
Choose from 14 different Carmel tasting rooms to taste Monterey County wines with the Wine Walk-by-the-Sea Wine Passport for $65. Includes $10 wine-tasting tickets to each of nine tasting rooms (a $90 value). Or enjoy our special wine and cheese package, a bottle of Monterey County wine and cheese from The Cheese Shop. for $30. Purchase these packages when booking your stay.
Tail-Wagging Package
Hofsas House is one of the most dog-friendly hotels in Carmel. Guests receive a complimentary Doggie Welcome Package upon arrival that includes:
Hofsas House dog Frisbee
Hofsas House collapsible dog bowl
Special dog bed
Letter from Tank, our onsite Pet Concierge
Special dog amenities package
Tips and recommendations for your four-legged friends’ stay
Walking trail and hiking guide
A package of treats
Coastal Canine Magazine
Minimum two-night stay. $30 fee per night for one dog and $50 per night for two.
Take a Hike!
Experience Big Sur hiking trails, from tranquil walks to rugged hikes or take in magnificent Point Lobos State Park. After a day of hiking, guests can relax in the hotel’s heated swimming pool or enjoy the European dry saunas. Package includes a $25 gift certificate for Carmel’s Fifth Avenue Deli and a Hofsas House water bottle. Minimum two-night stay. Mention HHNature at booking.
