Saving Money on Luxury Summer Vacationsby Michele Cheplic | More from this Blogger 08 Aug 2008 09:24 PM It seems unusual that luxury hotels would be offering bargains this time of year (or at all) given that the folks who frequent ultra-luxe properties probably aren't pinching pennies the same way most families are. Still, owners of swanky lodgings say to retain business during tough economic times they are not above lowering prices and adding incentives to attract more customers. That's good news to any traveler looking to score a bargain at a luxurious hotel. If you have always wanted to live like the rich and famous, but couldn't afford to do so, now's your chance to go big. WASHINGTON, D.C. Right now the swanky Inn at Perry Cabin in St. Michaels, Maryland (its spa and its restaurant are regularly awarded and recognized by the Distinguished Restaurants of North America) is offering a special two-night stay with the second night 50 percent off. The Inn's most luxurious room, the Water View Master Suite, usually costs between $700 and $770 a night but, if you book your stay before November 8, 2008 you will only have to pay $675 for the first night and $337 for the second. In addition to the suite, you will receive two tickets to the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum and a bottle of house wine upon arrival. You will also have access to on-site golfing, cycling, fishing, hunting, and sailing during your stay. WYOMING The Four Seasons Jackson Hole, located in Teton Village, Wyoming is currently offering reduced rates on summer stays with rates ranging from to $595- $695 a night that include golf, fishing and hiking, as well as a picnic surrounded by mountain views in either Yellowstone National Park or Grand Teton National Park. COLORADO From now until the end of September the Park Hyatt in Beaver Creek, Colorado is offering a special Hike Week package. As part of the deal you will receive 4-nights' accommodations and the opportunity to conquer one of Colorado's famous "fourteener" mountains (14,000 feet and higher). The Park Hyatt, which calls itself the "most luxurious base camp in the world," will provide hiking instruction (the first few days involve altitude acclimation and practice hikes before summiting one of the larger mountains), plus you will receive two spa treatments, an arrival and farewell dinner, and daily breakfast and lunch. Rates start at $1,929 for single occupancy and $1,574 per person based on double occupancy. Related Articles: Vacation Packages for Overworked Moms Family Travel: Something for Mom in Massachusetts Family Travel: Something for Mom Red Hot End of the Summer Travel Deals Texas-Sized Travel Deals for $2 Sizzling Savings During the Dog Days of Summer Summer Family Road Trip--Indiana and Georgia Saving Money on Summer Escapes Family-Friendly Summer Travel Bargains Summer Travel 2008-Gas Tank Getaways Part 2 Summer Travel 2008--Gas Tank Getaways Summer Travel: Unique Ways to Save Money on Gas Saving on Summer Travel-It is Possible Part 2 Saving on Summer Travel--It is Possible Kid-Friendly Hotels Getting Friendlier Learn more about Michele Cheplic  Michele Cheplic was born and raised in Hilo, Hawaii, but now lives in Wisconsin. Michele graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Madison with a degree in Journalism. Relevanttravel tags User Comments No comments on this article yet. Be the first to comment! Community Tags Colorado, family travel, luxury travel, Travel, Wyoming Discuss this article
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