Savings 5-Star Hotel Rentals For Groups
Finding a good weekend getaway or even an extended stay can be a simple task, but it can also be a bank-breaking one. There are a lot of hotels and resorts available that are willing to cut a deal on rooms through advance bookings or guaranteed reservations, but a lot of 5 star hotel deals often go unnoticed because they aren’t as direct as the others.
There are lots of vacation packages that are a great way to pick up savings. If you’re looking to travel with specific activities in mind, for example, a couples spa weekend, there are lots of hotels complete with spas that will bundle in a weekend stay with a couples spa package. Typically these types of packages will include your room fees with credits to the spa anywhere from $20 upwards of $100 depending on the treatment you’re looking for. Just because the room itself isn’t discounted doesn’t mean you aren’t saving some dollars – typically activity savings are more generous than hotel rooms and will accumulate much quicker. This is also prevalent with hotels that offer restaurant credits and coupons. Food expenses on trips are a huge expense, especially if you’re looking to indulge in some gourmet eats, but “dinner for 2” coupons or Happy Hour discounts are commonplace enough that you can pick up some easy savings without having to worry too much. Luxury hotel deals can always be found on the site itself, and are typically much more reliable than other sources. Travel savings sites like Expedia and Trivago are great, except that typically fall to the wayside when you're looking at 5-star accommodations specifically. Luxury hotel companies will typically post their deals on their property-specific pages and any publications they may have. Remember, they’re trying to draw audiences to them in all capacities; more often than not, this also means that you can pull some extra savings by visiting their social media sites, magazines, newsletters, emails, etc. Calling the hotel directly might also yield some results, however more often than not they’ll end up referring you to a website of some sort. But what if you’re looking outside of the hotel? Spa and restaurant credits are great, but sometimes you want to spread your wings beyond that and there just simply aren’t any deals around the same time you’re looking to travel. This is where it helps to have some backup getaways planned where the venue itself may have some savings.Traveling on a budget doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy some of the nicer things. For those movie-buffs looking to visit London, why not steal a scene from a blockbuster movie? The backdrop for a countless number of films and TV shows, it’s easy to snag some pictures in iconic landmarks. Head to the River Thames for a James Bond themed slefie or enjoy lunch at the modern brasserie OXO where some of the scenes from Thor were filmed. Fans of Downton Abbey head to Criterion Restaurant where Lady Edith dined with Michael Gregson. Simple destinations, for sure, but super easy to get to and won’t leave you in the poor house. Food trucks have become much more popular over the last few years, especially out on the west coast. Vancouver is a city rich in cultural diversity which means its range of culinary options is anything but short. With a huge Japanese and seafood community, there are loads of exciting and vibrant restaurants that are sure to leave your mouth watering, but in my opinion, the food trucks are what really shine. Summer travelers will get the most out of this while they tour Vancouver’s harbourfront and get an opportunity to dive right into some amazing food. Food truck meals in Vancouver will usually run you around $8-$12 at the highest, but the quality of food that you’ll receive is equal to a gourmet restaurant. Great food, local flavors and a unique experience, what more can you ask for? Savings on luxury vacations can be subtle but you’ll still get an amazing experience no matter what. Dropping thousands of dollars isn’t necessary as long as you’re having a fun time!