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RESOURCES Last-minute luxury Deals for special getaways VACATION PACKAGES Alentejo, Portugal From March 25-29, 2009, enjoy a tour of Portugal’s leading winemaking region. For 900 Euros (currently around $1,300 U.S. dollars), this unique getaway includes 2 nights’ double occupancy in a three-star Lisbon hotel and 2 nights’ stay at the four-star Cartuxa in Evors, daily breakfast, all vineyard visits with wine tastings, three gastronomic lunches, and bus transportation. Space is limited, so register by December 15 to secure your place on this 20-person spring winery tour at www.bkwine.com/ wine_tours/0903-portugal.htm. Illustration: Getty Images/Dorling Kindersley AIR & CRUISE SPECIALS Cruise West Sail the Danube on an 11- to 12-day cruise from Vienna to Bucharest, starting at $5,199 per person, double occupancy, and including taxes, port charges, fees, and onboard services. In addition, save up to $1,100/cabin when you book before December 19. Departures begin July 16, 2009, so go to www.cruisewest.com to arrange your date. Jonesville, MI During the month of November, the Munro House Bed & Breakfast invites guests to join them for weekends of mystery and mayhem. Starting at $489 double occupancy for 2 nights, the Murder Mystery Weekend package includes full daily breakfasts for two, dinner for two at the Chicago Water Grill, and a five-course murder mystery dinner complete with costumes. To hone your sleuthing skills, visit www.munrohouse.com/ November.html. Southwest Airlines Get fares for less than $59 one-way to select destinations with no hidden fees. The offer is valid every day except Friday and Sunday with a 21-day advance purchase. To take advantage of this deal, log on to www.southwest.com. offers one-night accommodations in the Nettles Farm Cabin, breakfast, and a harvesting activity, plus use of the hot tub and bocce court. As a memento of your stay—and hard work—you take home a dozen fresh eggs and recently harvested produce. Reserve your escape through November 15, by logging on to www.willows-inn.com. Stockbridge, MA The Red Lion Inn’s Wine, Dine, & Recline package is available Sunday through Thursday, from October 27, 2008, to May 28, 2009. Starting at $315 per room, your relaxing respite includes a local cheese and fruit plate with wine, dinner for two, overnight accommodations, and breakfast for two. Book your special getaway at www.redlioninn.com. US Airways Fly roundtrip to San Antonio, Texas, from select gateway cities for as little as $158. Tickets must be purchased within 24 hours of reserving your seat. Visit www.usairways.com to book your flight. Lummi Island, WA Starting at $150 per night, double occupancy, the Willows Inn Agritourism Adventure package CAR RENTAL DEALS Hertz The Weekender package not only features great rates, but also provides a free child seat, no drop-off charges for one-way rentals, and 3 free days of Hertz NeverLost® service, depending on availability. The offer applies to economy and mid-size cars, luxury sedans, standard SUVs, and Minivans. Visit www.hertz.com to reserve your vehicle. www.LocumLife.com Avis Rent an economy through premium vehicle for at least 3 consecutive weekend days and receive the third day free. To take advantage of this deal, rentals must start before December 15 and a Saturday night keep is required. Log on to www.avis.com and enter coupon code TUWA0. Advantage Enjoy the fall with low prices on SUVs until October 31. Rentals start at $29.99 per day and a 24-hour advance reservation is required. Enter rate code ADAUST when booking your car at www. advantage.com. OCTOBER 2008 LocumLife 9 http://www.bkwine.com/wine_tours/0903-portugal.htm http://www.bkwine.com/wine_tours/0903-portugal.htm http://www.cruisewest.com http://www.willows-inn.com http://www.southwest.com http://www.munrohouse.com/November.html http://www.munrohouse.com/November.html http://www.usairways.com http://www.redlioninn.com http://www.advantage.com http://www.avis.com http://www.hertz.com http://www.advantage.com http://www.LocumLife.com

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