5 more days of great Marriott deals!

Over 1,600 Marriott Hotels Offer Incredible Weekend Deals

Act now! You must book by October 11
Reclaim your weekends this fall with great rates and added value at more than 1600 participating hotels across five Marriott brands –JW Marriott, Renaissance Hotels, Marriott Hotels & Resorts, Courtyard and Residence Inn throughout the Continental U.S. and Canada. Two separate offers will be available for booking September 24 through October 11 for stays from October 14, 2010 to January 2, 2011.

Offer #1: Free Breakfast & $100 Bonus Bucks® Coupon at JW Marriott, Renaissance Hotels and Marriott Hotels & Resorts
From September 24 through October 11, book a weekend stay at participating JW Marriott, Renaissance Hotels and Marriott Hotels & Resorts in the Continental U.S. and Canada and get free breakfast for two adults plus $100 Bonus Bucks® coupon that can redeemed for a future two-night weekend stay at participating JW Marriott, Renaissance Hotels and Marriott Hotels & Resorts. The offer is available on stays Thursday through Sunday with a Friday or Saturday night (or overnight). To learn more or book, visit www.marriott.com/freebreakfast or call 877-MARRIOTT where you can check availability with promotional code R6M.

Offer #2: 25 Percent Off Your Weekend Stay at Courtyard & Residence Inn
From September 24 through October 11, book a weekend stay at participating Courtyard and Residence Inn hotels in the U.S. and Canada and you’ll receive 25 percent off your weekend stay. The offer is available for a limited time. You must book your relaxing weekend stay with family, friends or special someone by October 11, 2010 to get 25 percent off your room rate. The offer is available when you stay two consecutive weekend nights (Thursday – Sunday) between October 14, 2010 and January 2, 2011. To learn more or book, visit www.marriott.com/Save25percent or call 877-MARRIOTT where you can check availability with promotional code NF2.

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New for 2011: Travel “From Flamenco to Fado” with Abercrombie & Kent

Reaching the heart and soul of your destination can be as simple as sampling its cuisine and enjoying the nuances of its music. On this Discovery journey, experience Spain's riveting flamenco music and sample its renowned sherry. While in Portugal, discover how the unique coastal location became a point of convergence for many cultures, and Moorish, African and other influences to meet in fado, Portugal's unique, plaintive folk music. Plus, learn the secrets of producing port wine at a traditional quinta in the Douro Valley. This journey features an expert Tour Director with no more than 24 guests, standard rooms at five-star or the best available hotels, with escorted sightseeing for an introduction to each destination. Eleven days from $5,945. For more information visit abercrombiekent.com