Get away to the great outdoors without breaking the bank

03-06-2009

We’re all sick of hearing the depressing news about the economy, so why not take a vacation? May sound like the last feasible thing to do as we’re all trying to ratchet down on spending. But with many travel destinations slashing prices and offering added value to their lodging, a quick getaway might be just the ticket to relax and recharge. Shenandoah National Park in Virginia and Deer Creek Resort and Conference Center in Ohio are two destinations offering great specials this spring:

 

Shenandoah National Park Lodging’s “Early Bird Special” offers $104 room rate – more than 30 percent in savings – on traditional lodging at Skyland Resort and Big Meadows Lodge on Mondays through Thursdays and includes breakfast for two. Everyone comes to Shenandoah for the fall foliage, but locals in the area say spring – with the abundant wildflowers and no crowds – is the best time to visit this park.

 

And one of the best ways to visit Shenandoah National Park is with friends. For women, taking a trip with the girls can be the perfect way to escape the stresses of everyday life and come back feeling ready to take on the world again. This season, Shenandoah National Park Lodging is inviting women to grab a girlfriend, leave their Blackberries behind (okay, maybe not, but at least turn off work email!) and explore the serene panoramic views and unique wildlife that the park has to offer with the Girlfriend Getaway package.

 

Starting at just $399, the Girlfriend Getaway package** allows girlfriends to bond with one another, embark on an adventure or just relax. The package offers a two-night weekday stay in a traditional room at Skyland Resort or Big Meadows Lodge, a guided hike and horseback ride through the Shenandoah Mountains with box lunches for two and local Virginia wine and cheeses. The package represents a savings of more than 25 percent. Located just 90 miles from Washington D.C., Shenandoah National Park provides the perfect getaway right outside of the city limits.

 

Families looking for fun outdoor activities in the Midwest region will enjoy great savings with Deer Creek Resort and Conference Center’s new spring travel deals.  Deer Creek Resort, located within Deer Creek State Park and less than thirty minutes from Columbus, offers families an array of outdoor activities, including miles of scenic hiking and biking trails, fishing on Deer Creek Lake, and a renowned 350-acre golf course.     

 

Deer Creek’s Spring Fling Package includes:

• Book two nights, get the third free
• Package starts at $178*, plus tax
• Available March 20, 2009 – May 22, 2009

 

Deer Creek’s Spring Any Day Golf Package includes:

• A one night stay, any day of the week
• 36 holes of golf with cart rental
• Package starts at $148* per night, plus tax
• Available March 13, 2009 – May 22, 2009

 

Designed by Jack Kidwell and opened in 1982, Deer Creek’s 350-acre course is diverse, challenging and exciting for golfers of all skill levels, and includes two practice greens, a practice sand trap and a driving range. Deer Creek’s 18-hole championship golf course also has a level terrain and appeals to golfers traveling by foot or cart.  The course offers four par 3's guarded by water and trees, ten lengthy par 4's, and four par 5's that combine to create an enjoyable, challenging experience.

 

Deer Creek Resort and Conference Center is open year round, and the golf course is just one of its many alluring features that add to the comfort of staying in a lodge room or spacious cabin.  Guests can also enjoy dining at Rafter’s Restaurant, which offers both upscale cuisine and traditional dishes to meet the specific tastes and needs of every guest.

 

Please consider sharing these packages with your readers. For more information about Shenandoah or to book a package, please visit www.visitshenandoah.com or call (800) 778-2872.  For more information on Deer Creek Resort, please visit www.visitdeercreek.com or call (866) 292-9391.

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