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Set at the epicenter of Spain’s capital city on the lively, cafe-lined Plaza de Santa Ana, hip hotel ME Madrid Reina Victoria is now offering ShermansTravel readers an exclusive discount on their design-savvy digs, with reduced rates from just $149 per night (a savings of as much as 35 percent off) throughout 2012, with plenty of extras thrown in, including a complimentary room upgrade, late checkout, VIP guest status, and more.

The hotel is a hotbed for hobnobbing celebrity A-listers (the likes of Jennifer Lopez and Halle Berry have counted amongst recent guests) and “it” nightspots popular with its hip hotel clientele and local scenesters alike. At the rooftop bar, The Roof’s (hotel guests are granted VIP access), views are even more intoxicating than their signature ME Mojitos, while the new Mint Terrace sidewalk tapas bar debuted this summer, offering an alfresco oasis for tapas and a choice selection of beers and wines.

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Stay at The Sebastian, a luxury Vail resort this ski season and receive two free lift tickets on each day of your stay – an added daily value of $160!  With this exclusive deal from ShermansTravel, you’ll also receive two spa treatments, daily breakfasts, and welcome drinks.  Stays at The Sebastian start at $250 alone, meaning you essentially receive the lift tickets and amenities for free.

The Sebastian is Vail’s newest boutique hotel, a 4.5-star resort in the heart of Vail Village.  It offers luxurious room accommodations, an indoor pool and hot tubs, a fitness and wellness center, a full-service spa, a variety of upscale and casual dining, and much more.

Book by November 30 to snag this exclusive luxury deal!

THE VALUE: Save hundreds of dollars on lift tickets, spa treatments and extra amenities from this luxury Vail resort.

THE CATCH: A minimum stay of three nights is required.

THE DETAILS: Call 800-863-2325 and mention ShermansTravel.

WE’VE GOT MORE: Visit The Sebastian online, then see our Vail and Beaver Creek Travel Guide for more information and trip-planning tips.

Use our Travel Search price comparison tool to find the lowest rates and travel deals on flights to Vail.

It’s your lucky day! On 11/11/11 only, from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., you can book the 4-star Affinia Dumont in New York City for only $111.11 – a savings of up to 45% on the hotel’s current rates! Located in the upscale neighborhood of Murray Hill and just three blocks from the Empire State Building, the fitness-centric Dumont boasts a 24-hour fitness center, a yoga studio, and a luxurious day spa. From the top of the Dumont, catch inspiring views of Manhattan rooftops, the Chrysler Building, and the East River.

This deal is valid for travel on Sundays nights only from January 2 through March 31, 2012.

THE VALUE: Save up to 45% at this 4-star, fitness-oriented New York City hotel.

THE CATCH: Mark your calendars – you can only book this deal from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. on this Friday, November 11, 2011.

THE DETAILS: Visit www.affinia.com on 11/11/11 and use the promo code ELEVEN.

WE’VE GOT MORE: Use our Travel Search price comparison tool to find the lowest rates on flights to New York City.

For general trip-planning information, see our New York City Travel Guide.

Escape to New York’s bucolic river country and bed down (for less!) at Buttermilk Falls Inn & Spa, a gorgeous hideaway located on 70 wooded acres fronting the Hudson. The upscale, intimate inn offers everything from stunning scenery with apple orchards, lush river banks, waterfalls and ponds; a working farm, home to peacocks, llamas, and alpacas; a topnotch spa; and an excellent farm-to-table restaurant. Accommodations are just as unique, ranging from charming, modernized rooms in the main house, which dates back to 1764, to private cottages and a slick riverfront three-bedroom house.

Buttermilk has crafted a package just for ShermansTravel.com readers that will save you 30 percent on a two-night stay in a suite. Plus, the deal gets you a $250 spa credit per stay, and a 3-course tasting dinner for two with wine pairings at Henry’s restaurant. Though the offer is valued at $1150, you can take advantage of our exclusive discounted package rates: $800 per two-night stay, including spa and dining perks. Travel is valid November 1 through March 15. To book, call 845-795-1310 and mention the Sherman’s Travel Hibernation Holiday or visit www.buttermilkfallsinn.com.

For general trip-planning info, see our New York Travel Guide.

In a country known for its ecotourism offerings, Costa Rica’s Parador Resort & Spa stands out for its sustainable travel practices without sacrificing on creature comforts. Set in the town of Manuel Antonio, about 2.5 hours from San Jose by car on the Pacific Coast, the resort’s 129 rooms and suites sport garden, jungle, or ocean views. Other facilities include three pools, four restaurants, a spa, tennis court and miniature golf, and close to a mile of nature trails. With the Costa Rica Mysteries package, you’ll enjoy three nights of eco-luxury lodging, a “Mysteries of the Night” tour of the resort’s jungle trails to view nocturnal wildlife, a tour of Manuel Antonio, and breakfast daily. Exclusive for ShermansTravel.com readers, Parador is cutting rates on this package by 30 percent. The special deal is available for travel November 1-30.

THE VALUE: Rates start at $125/night for this three-night package.

THE CATCH: The package is not available November 24.

THE DETAILS: Visit www.hotelparador.com or call 877-506-1414 and mention ShermansTravel.

WE’VE GOT MORE: Use our Travel Search price comparison tool to find the lowest rates and travel deals on flights to Costa Rica.

For general trip-planning information, see our Costa Rica Travel Guide.

Located on 80,000 acres in British Columbia’s scenic Cariboo Mountains (about a 5-hour drive northeast of Vancouver), this boutique lodge features six upscale log cabin-style rooms with private balconies. Every guest gets their own horse for the duration of the stay and can canoe, fly-fish, hike, and mountain bike as much as they please.

The Open Range package saves readers 15 percent during July and includes all meals, daily horseback riding with instruction, guided fishing safaris, skeet shooting, a 1-hour spa treatment, and a private dinner in the meadow. Rates start at $2,043 for four nights; $3,078 for the week (based on availability). Call 250-395-6541 and mention code ROY0O2. www.siwashlakeranch.com

From the Spring/Summer 2011 issue of Smart Luxury Travel magazine by ShermansTravel.com.

Opened May 1 in the up-and-coming Palermo Hollywood neighborhood of Buenos Aires, stylish Palermo Place features 26 well-apponted rooms, each with French balconies, kitchenettes, and free Wi-Fi. The hotel is offering opening rates of $175/night or $189/night with breakfast – a 25 percent discount over regular rates – as well as a “stay five, pay four” deal that brings rates down to $140/night (or $151/night with breakfast). ShermansTravel.com readers also receive a bottle of wine at arrival, a pastry each day from local bakery Pani, and late 2pm checkout. Book by July 1 for travel through August 31.

THE VALUE: If you combine the opening rates with the fifth night free promotion, you save almost $100/night!

THE CATCH: Winter is about to start in Buenos Aires and can mean some rainy days, but temperatures never get too cold.

THE DETAILS: Book the special rates online or by calling 800-281-5951. Once you get your confirmation number, email patrick@palermoplace.com and mention ShermansTravel.com to get your bonus perks.

WE’VE GOT MORE: Use our Travel Search price comparison tool to find the lowest rates and travel deals on flights to Buenos Aires.

For general trip-planning information, see our Buenos Aires Travel Guide.

Set at the foot of the San Jacinto Mountains in Coachella Valley, the Rancho Las Palmas Resort & Spa has undergone a $35 million renovation. Lakes, gardens, and fountains speckle the 240-acre property. R&R seekers have their pick of a 27-hole Ted Robinson-designed golf course, a spa, 25 tennis courts, numerous restaurants, and an elaborate pool. The 466 Spanish colonial-style units feature desert-inspired colors and private balconies or patios.

THE VALUE: Readers score a 20 percent discount off room rates for minimum two-night stays between June 1 and September 30. With the discount, prices start at $119/night in June, $95/night in July and August, and $119/night in September. Plus, readers will receive a $50 daily credit (per room), redeemable at the spa or the golf course.

THE CATCH: Daytime summer temps in Palm Springs can soar above 100 degrees, so book well in advance to snag an early morning tee time.

THE DETAILS: Book online at rancholaspalmas.com or by calling 866-423-1195. Be sure to use code SmartLuxe.

WE’VE GOT MORE: Use our Travel Search price comparison tool to find the lowest rates and travel deals on flights to Palm Springs.

For general trip-planning information, see our Palm Springs Travel Guide.

From the Spring/Summer issue of Smart Luxury Travel magazine by ShermansTravel.com.

ShermansTravel.com users can score rates discounted more than 30 percent with this exclusive offer courtesy of the The Harborfront Inn in Greenport, New York. The waterfront town is located in North Fork wine country (Old Field and Duckwalk Vineyards are a few miles away) and charms with its low-key vibe, cute shops, waterfront bars (dockside Claudios is a local landmark), and tasty restaurants (try the Frisky Oyster). The Harborfront Inn, deemed the first luxury hotel on the North Fork, sits on the harbor overlooking Peconic Bay and Shelter Island. Its 35 guest rooms are airy and spacious, and there’s an outdoor heated pool and a fitness center.

THE VALUE Pay only $199/night – 30 percent less than standard weekday rates – for a deluxe room with views of the Mitchell Park Carousel and the harbor.

THE CATCH Discounted rates are for midweek stays (Monday through Thursday).

THE DETAILS Offer is valid June 13 through July 26. Call 631-477-0707 and mention code ST11 to book. www.theharborfrontinn.com

WE’VE GOT MORE: Use our Travel Search price comparison tool to find budget-friendly flights to New York.