Second Annual September For Seniors Travel Promotion
B&Bs throught the USA are making special offers to entice Senior travelers to pack their bags and visit during September.
(PRWEB) July 29, 2005 -- For seniors, September is the best month of the year for relaxed travel. Kids are back at school, and crowds of summer vacationers have returned to work. September offers temperate climates in most U.S. states. BedandBreakfast.com, the largest online B&B directory representing B&Bs worldwide, has announced September Senior Specials Month. According to a new eMarketer report, over 33 million people between the ages of 50 and 64 are online, so BedandBreakfast.com members are reaching out to them with wonderful Senior Specials for September. Packages are listed alphabetically by state; rates are for double occupancy in 2005, including breakfast but excluding taxes, unless otherwise stated. Each package is offered on a space-available basis, many with significant savings Sunday through Thursday nights; some are not available Labor Day weekend.
INN AT LOWER FARM B&B, North Stonington, CT: Seniors 62 and older are treated to a three-night midweek stay plus two tickets to each of these attractions: the Mystic Aquarium, Mystic Seaport, and the Mashantucket Pequot Indian Museum. Available September 6 - November 17 for $425, including tax. Info: 860-535-9075.
PELICAN PATH B&B BY THE SEA, Jacksonville Beach, FL: Seniors can stay two nights midweek, and get 50% off the third night year-round. Midweek rates, $125-175. Info: 888-749-1177.
1872 JOHN DENHAM HOUSE B&B, Monticello, FL: Seniors 55 and up will be offered a nightly rate of $84.95; AARP or AAA discounts will be honored, too. Info: 850-997-4568.
THE COTTAGE B&B, Monticello, FL: Seniors can stay two successive midweek nights for $152 from September 6-30, a 20% savings. Info: 866-342-3541.
1886 HOUSE, Chesterfield, MA: September is for seniors and singles! A 10% discount off regular rates of $95-130 will be offered to seniors 60 and over and all single travelers throughout September. Info: 413 296 0223.
STURBRIDGE COUNTRY INN, Sturbridge, MA: September 6-29, AARP members will receive a 20% discount off midweek rates of $109-179, plus a free welcome gift. Every room features a fireplace, luxury bath with whirlpool, and complimentary wine. Info: 508-347-5503.
CROCKER HOUSE INN, Vineyard Haven, MA: Seniors, reserve any two consecutive nights Sunday through Thursday, and get the September is for Seniors rate of $175 per night, a savings of at least $20, depending upon room availability. All rooms feature full private baths, cable TVs, telephones, and delicious Crocker Chip Cookies in the afternoon. Info: 800-772-0206.
HISTORIC INNS OF ROCKLAND, Rockland, ME: Travelers 55 and up are treated to a special September Seniors Package at Rocklands Berry Manor Inn, Captain Lindsey House, and LimeRock Inn. The package includes three nights lodging midweek at a 25% discount, afternoon refreshments, a walking tour of Rocklands Historic District, and a choice of two museum visits or activities including a ride on a real Maine lobster boat, and a chance to pull traps. Rates range from $385-635, depending upon room and inn choice; the package is available August 29-September 29 (excluding Labor Day, September 5). Info: 877-ROC-INNS (877-762-4667).
LAKESHORE INN, Rockland, ME: This special isnt just for September! Seniors 60 and over are treated to a 15% discount off all regular room rates September 1 through May 31. Enjoy the enclosed hot tub or savor morning coffee on the beautiful front porch overlooking Lake Chickawaukie. Info: 866-540-8800.
CRAIGNAIR INN, Spruce Head, ME: The September Seniors Special includes two nights lodging in a room with private bath and ocean view, dinner each night and breakfast each morning for two, and two tickets to the Farnsworth Museum or the Owls Head Transportation Museum. Just $285 per couple, a 20% discount off the regular rates. Info: 207-594-7644.
COLONIAL PINES INN B&B, Highlands, NC: Throughout September, seniors will be treated to a 25% discount off regular rates of $85-175, for Monday through Wednesday stays. Mention the BedandBreakfast.com September Senior Special when booking. Info: 866-526-2060.
ANDON HOUSE B&B, Waynesville NC: Seniors 62 and older staying two midweek nights will be treated to a third midweek night free throughout September when this special is mentioned at booking. Info: 800-293-6190.
KIWASSA LAKE B&B, Saranac Lake, NY: Set right on Kiwassa Lake in the beautiful Adirondack Mountains, near Lake Placid, you can canoe or kayak for 23 miles right from the inns dock. Seniors, stay one night, and receive the second night 50% off regular rates. Info: 518-891-5721.
ORCHARD HOUSE B&B, Lovingston, VA: Enjoy a cup of spiced apple cider with cheese, crackers and fruit upon arrival, followed by enjoy baked apple pancakes the next morning. Learn about the history of this century-old orchard, then visit one or more of Nelson County s seven orchards. Finish the day with a special apple treat. Nightly rates are $105-135; seniors aged 55 and older receive a 10% discount. Info: 434-263-7747.
HISTORIC CLAIBORNE HOUSE B&B, Rocky Mount, VA: According to the innkeeper, youre a senior if youre older than she is (55), and mind you, thats not old!" The good news is that being 55+ qualifies you for the September Senior Special of $10 off per night, when you stay two or more nights midweek through September and ask this special when booking. Info: 540-483-4616.
INN AT ESSEX, Essex, VT: Enjoy a hands-on interactive cooking demonstration taught by a New England Culinary Institute (NECI) Chef Instructor. The package includes one nights lodging, the hands-on cooking class in the inns Culinary Theater, including a three course meal; and a tour of the NECIs Essex campus. Rates through October are $284-345 and seniors receive a complimentary room upgrade; ten-day advance notice required. Info: 800-727-4295.
WILDFLOWER INN, Lyndonville, VT: Enjoy spectacular fall foliage while exploring the cultural heritage of the Northeast Kingdom. The package includes two nights lodging, afternoon refreshments, a Vermont gift basket, a $20 credit per person for dinner in the inns dining room, a complimentary copy of the Northeast Kingdom Cultural Heritage Guidebook, admission to Fairbanks Museum, admission to Maple Grove Farms Factory Tour & Maple Museum, and admission to the Old Stone House Museum. The price for seniors 55 and up starts at $147.50 per person for this value-packed package. Info: 800-627-8310.
WILDERNEST B&B, Upper Tract, WV: Seniors 55 and up may choose to stay two midweek nights at the regular rate and get the third free, or stay two midweek nights including dinner for $230. This offer is valid September 6-29. Info: 304-257-9076.
HILLCREST INN & CARRIAGE HOUSE, Burlington, WI: Seniors, sixty or older, can reserve a single midweek night in September and receive a bonus of 33% off the second or subsequent multi-night midweek stays throughout September, October and November. Nightly room rates are $100-200. Info: 800-313-9030, www.thehillcrestinn.com.
For additional information on Senior B&B packages, visit BedandBreakfast.com's special packages section. Go to BedandBreakfast.com and click on Advanced Search, then Special Packages. From the drop down box that appears, click on Seniors Are Special for a host of additional senior packages.
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