February Break Getaway Deals: Disney, Ski Discounts, Baltimore, Berkshires and More
Looking to cure the winter blues? A mid-season getaway may be just the trick to keep you going until spring. Thankfully, there are lots of discounts during the upcoming school break. If your family craves the excitement of a theme park, Downtown Disney in Orlando has excellent rates. East Coast families could consider an urban escape to Baltimore or for something with a small town vibe, head to Freeport Maine, home of L.L. Bean. How about a yoga and massage weekend retreat for parents, with childcare for the kids, in the Berkshires? If your family feels like frolicking in the snow, many ski resorts are offering discounts. Adventurous types can head west to Yellowstone National Park for spectacular wintery scenery and no crowds.
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Disney Deals
Take advantage of the Escape From The Cold rates being offered by seven Downtown Disney Resort Area Hotels in Orlando. Participating hotels include the Hilton Orlando Lake Buena Vista at $89 per room, per night and the Double Tree Suites by Hilton for $159 per suite, per night. These special rates are available February 1-March 31, 2015. The hotels are located walking distance to shopping, dining and entertainment plus there’s complimentary shuttle transportation to all four Walt Disney World Theme Parks. These special rates include a booklet that features dozens of discounts.
Harraseeket Inn, Freeport, Maine
Freeport Maine presents New England families with an easy getaway. You can ride the Downeaster train from Boston’s North Station to Freeport in two hours. Once you arrive, shopping (L.L. Bean is never closes), dining and activities (consider learning to cross-county skiing or snowshoe at the L.L. Bean Discovery School for only $20) are all easy to reach on foot, so there’s no need for a car. The 93-room Harraseeket Inn is a wonderful base. The Cabin Fever Package is valid Sunday-Thursday evenings until April 30. You get two nights lodging, full breakfast, a deluxe room and a $50 gift certificate to L.L. Bean for $425 for a regular room, $475 for a deluxe room. Daily afternoon tea is included, served in the elegant Drawing Room in front of the cozy fireplace. Feast on home-baked cakes and cookies, delicate savories and a selection of hot beverages. If you’re early risers, there’s a Continental buffet laid out each morning at six, in case hunger strikes before the bountiful breakfast is served starting at seven.
Yoga and Thai Massage in the Berkshires
Spending a weekend learning the art of Thai massage and practicing yoga with your partner may sound great, but where are you going leave the kids? Race Brook Lodge in Sheffield has the answer. This Valentine's Day/Presidents' Day Weekend, Race Brook is offering a Partners Yoga and Thai Massage package that includes babysitting. No yoga or massage experience necessary. The package includes all meals, yoga classes, a workshop on Thai massage and childcare. Non-traditional couples are welcome. The three-day weekend package starts at $1150 for two adults, including the yoga class, massage instruction, 3 nights accommodation and 3 meals each day. The cost is $1750 for two adults and one child, $2000 for two adults, two children.
Yellowstone in Winter
Yellowstone is magic in winter. This vast and remote National Park occupies parts of Wyoming, Montana and Idaho. The Old Faithful Snow Lodge and Mammoth Hotels are Xanterra Park and Resorts properties that are both family-friendly. The Frosty Fun package at Mammoth Lodge includes a room, breakfast, ice-skating and skate rental and more, starting at $149 per adult each night, based on double occupancy, with no charge for kids 12 and under. Note that the park is blanketed with deep snow in winter and the only transportation options once you’re inside the park are snowmobiles and snow coaches. Discounted shuttles from the Bozeman airport to the park are available. The hotel closes in the beginning of March for the season. Xanterra is offering a variety of winter deals, so visit their website.
Ski Deals
Cranwell Resort, Spa and Golf Club
Cranwell Resort is a gorgeous hotel and spa located in Lenox, MA. The Berkshire Ski Package is a good way to enjoy an invigorating day of skiing at one of the Berkshire’s nearby downhill ski areas by day and luxuriate at the resort in the evening. The package starts at $150 per person midweek, $210 weekends. This rate includes one night in a Classic Resort room, an adult lift ticket to nearby Jiminy Peak or Butternut ski areas, cross-country skiing on Cranwell’s own miles of groomed trails and a $20 dining credit at any Cranwell restaurant. Kids 16 and under stay free, but they’ll need to purchase a lift ticket. You also get full use of the fabulous Spa at Cranwell with heated indoor pool, whirlpools, sauna and fitness center.
Waterville Valley Resort, NH
This New Hampshire resort is a great for all levels of skiers, plus the White Mountain scenery presents stunning views. Kids up to age 18 ski free from February 22-26 as well as receiving a 30% discount on group lessons when you book the Kids Rule Waterville special for accommodations at one of the resort’s lodges. You’ll receive a Freedom Pass, so you can swim, skate and ride the shuttle at no cost.
Snowshoe Mountain, WV
West Virginia might not be the first place that comes to mind when you’re considering a family ski vacation, but Snowshoe Mountain caters to families. Consider the Kids 12 and Under Ski, Swim and Play Free deal. Book a four night stay from February 15-19 or March 28-April 1 and kids ski free each day, plus you’ll get free access to the Split Rock Pools complex.
4th Night free at Okemo in Vermont
Okemo Mountain Resort in Ludlow Vermont is offering a 4th night lodging free when you pay for 3 nights at any of their eight different properties. This rate is available until the end of the ski season, but there are a few blackout dates. Okemo’s new upscale chairlift features heated seats to keep your bottom toasty as you ride to the mountain’s summit.
Presidents’ Week Deals in the Adirondack Mountains
Gauthier’s Saranac Lake Inn’s Show Us You Shred Ski & Stay Deal Presidents’ Week package offers great rates during the February holiday period. Purchase a lift ticket to Whiteface Mountain in Wilmington, NY online or during your stay, and receive 40% off your room at Gauthier’s. Package available February 15 – 21, 2015. Rates start at $79 per room, per night with proof of lift ticket purchase.
Urban Escape
Baltimore is launching its 2nd Annual Absolutely Febulous promotion from February 15-28. This promotion brings together the best discounts of Restaurant Week, Hotel Week and Museum Week. Money-saving hotel rates start at $99, plus you receive a complimentary $25 gift card for a one-night stay and a $50 gift card for a two-night stay. You can cruise around the city without spending a dime, thanks to the always free Charm City Circulator. Many attractions and museums are offering buy one, get one free admission throughout the promotional period. Bargain lunch and dinner options are available at more than 75 local eateries.
Chain Hotel Discount at Red Roof Inn with Snowbird Savings
Save up to 20% off best available rates at dozens of Red Rood properties around America. The discounts are available until February 28, 2015. Head to the Red Roof website for a complete list of participating properties.
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