REAL DEALS
Northern Chile Tour, 3 Nights, $463
This guided tour focuses on the drama of northern Chile: sunset over the Valle de la Luna, the vast Atacama Desert, and the erupting El Tatio Geysers.
THE REAL DEALS
New Year's Planner: New York, L.A., Miami
Calling all procrastinators: it's not too late to book one of these getaways
Monday, December 12, 2005
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NEW YORK CITY The Ultimate New Year's Destination: Times Square
The Real Deal: A three-night hotel stay near Times Square, free admission to the Metropolitan Museum or Museum of Natural History and to the Empire State Building Observatory or a Rockefeller Center guided tour, shopping and parking discounts from either $619 or $1,122
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When: Dec. 30, 2005 - Jan. 1, 2006
Details: Hotel taxes are included. Rates are based on double occupancy. Note that these hotels are close to Times Square, however none of their eligible rooms overlook it (those prized quarters sold out long ago to higher bidders).
Book By: No deadline; availability is very limited
Contact: New York City Vacation Packages, 877-NYC-TRIP, nycvp.com
At press time, the two remaining hotel options are: the Marriott Marquis available at the $619 rate, with only four rooms left, and the Sheraton New York Hotel and Tower, about 10 blocks from Times Square and at $1,122, with greater availability.
LOS ANGELES
Celebrate in the City of Angels: Hotel package for a historic grand dame
The Real Deal: A two-night 'classic' room stay at the Millennium Biltmore Hotel, champagne breakfast for two at the onsite Smeraldi's restaurant, and valet parking from $406 Smeraldi's is also hosting a gourmet four-course New Year's Eve dinner, 5 -10 P.M., for an extra $65 per person, including a glass of champagne. Call 213-624-1011 for reservations.
When: Dec. 31, 2005 - Jan. 2, 2006
Details: Upgrade to a Club room for an extra $100 and receive complimentary breakfast, afternoon hors d'oeuvres, and beverages in the Club lounge. Hotel taxes of $57 are not included.
Book By: No deadline, based on availability
Contact: Millennium Hotels, 866-8086, millenniumhotels.com
MIAMI
South Beach Sizzle: package for a boutique hotel on Collins Ave.
The Real Deal: Four nights in a suite that sleeps four people, with two queen beds, kitchenette and sitting area, a bottle of bubbly, a party at the lobby, hats and noise makers from $1,100
When: Dec. 28, 2005 - Jan. 3, 2006; no check-in on Dec. 31, 2005
Details: Additional hotel taxes total $143
Book By: No deadline; based on availability
Contact: Lily Leon Hotel, 877-762-3477, lilyleonhotel.com
Note: This story was accurate when it was published. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.
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