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Moda Restaurant


WHAT: Indulge in New Year’s Eve at MODA Restaurant



WHERE: Flatotel

135 West 52nd Street

New York, NY

(212) 887-9880

www.flatotel.com



INCLUDES: Prix Fixe Three Course Meal

Complimentary Round of Champagne included with Dinner



MENU: Featured Appetizers include:

· Spicy Sausage with Polenta Cake and Red Pepper Sauce

· Cherry Tomato & Tortellini Salad with Fresh Basil



Featured Entrées include:

· Lobster & Shrimp with Sherry Cream Sauce

· Angus Prime Rib with Gravy & Creamy Horseradish



Featured Desserts include:

· Homemade Chocolate Torte with Whipped Cream & Berries

· Caramel Cheesecake with Whipped Cream & Berries



TIME: 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM

(reservations required)



COST: $89 per person

$45 for children ages 10 and under

(price does not include tax & gratuity / 18% service charge will be automatically added to parties of 6 or more)



HOTEL RATES: Room rates from $425 per night over the New Year’s Holiday

(room rates are based on availability)





Hotel Chantelle with Stars from HBO’s Hit Show Boardwalk Empire



Hotel Chantelle


WHAT: Ring In the New Year 2011 at Hotel Chantelle with Stars from HBO’s Hit Show Boardwalk Empire



WHERE: 92 Ludlow Street

(between Delancey & Broome Streets)

New York, NY

(212) 254-9100

www.hotelchantelle.com



INCLUDES: INCLUDES: Themed 1920s fĂªte

Live Performance by World-Renowned DJs



Reserved Tables Available

· Includes 2 Bottles

· For up-to-12 guests



TIME: 8:00PM to 4:00AM



COST: General Admission / $25 per person

Reserved Table / $400




HANGOVER BRUNCH
Saturday January 1, 2011



Ravel Hotel


Saturday January 1, 2011



WHAT: Hangover Brunch at Penthouse808 at Ravel Hotel



WHERE: The Ravel Hotel

8-08 Queens Plaza South

Long Island City, NY

(718) 289-6101

www.ravelhotel.com



INCLUDES: Hangover Brunch

New Year’s Day Dinner



MENU: Regular Ă¡ la carte offerings and pre-fixed dishes served with a few traditional holiday specials



TIME: Hangover Brunch NOON to 4:00PM

Dinner 5:00PM to 10:00PM




Celebrate New Year’s Eve in the Hamptons

Friday, December 31, 2010


Southampton Inn's Winter Beauty






WHAT: New Year’s Eve Gala Hamptons Style Southampton Inn with Seasons of Southampton



WHERE: Southampton Inn

91 Hill Street

Southampton, NY

(800) 832-6500 / (631) 283-6500

www.southamptoninn.com



INCLUDES: For guests seeking a great deal for a New Year’s getaway, an overnight stay at the Southampton Inn will include a welcome reception in the library; and a decadent five-course meal, open bar, champagne toast, music, dancing, at Seasons of Southampton. New Year’s Day, enjoy an elaborate breakfast buffet at the Southampton Inn and late check-out (2:00PM). Not just for couples, the getaway is perfect for any friends or family escape!



4:00PM to 6:00PM: Welcome Reception in the Library at the Southampton Inn. Beer, wine and light snacks will be served.



8:30 p.m. – 1:00 a.m.: A Five Course Dinner with Full Premium Open Bar at Seasons of Southampton includes:

· Polar Ice Lounge with Ice Bars and Luges

· Dancing with a DJ on a huge dance floor and special lighting.

· Plasma TVs throughout showing the dropping of the ball.

· Champagne Toast at Midnight

· Beautiful DĂ©cor and Fun Props



Transportation to-and-from the Southampton Inn and Seasons of Southampton will be provided throughout the evening.



ABOUT SOUTHAMPTON INN: Southampton Inn has 90 uniquely decorated guest rooms each outfitted with Tempur Pedic® mattresses. The Inn features a library with fireplace and festive music and a game room with toys and activities for the children. Southampton Inn is also pet-friendly (only 14 of the 90 guestrooms apply with additional fee per pet).



Southampton Inn accepts AAA, AARP and other discounts during the winter months (check with front desk for more information). The location is under two hours from New York City which is accessible through the Hampton Jitney, LIRR, and Hampton Luxury Liner. It is also within walking distance of charming Southampton Village.



COST: New Year’s Eve Package

$440 per couple for the overnight package (plus tax and gratuity for all)

$159 for additional room night added to package

$199 for the overnight room rate for New Year’s Eve, without party




Celebrate New Year’s Eve in South Beach

Friday, December 31, 2010




Metropole Hotel


WHAT: Celebrate the New Year with Actress Sasha Grey at The Catalina Hotel & Beach Club



WHERE: 1732 Collins Avenue

Miami Beach, FL

(877) 762-3477

www.catalinahotel.com



HOSTED BY: Actress Sasha Grey



PERFORMANCE BY: The Spam All Star



INCLUDES: General Admission: Lavish Dinner and Live New Year’s Eve 2011 countdown. All inclusive access to each of the hotel’s 3 buildings, open bar, endless food and live music all night



Open Bar: Vodka ice luge and specialty cocktails



Endless Food Stations: Three separate delicious dinner food stations, gourmet sushi, and decadent desserts.



Live Music: The buildings will each feature a line-up with their own musical acts including the sounds of The Spam All Stars on the front terrace of The Catalina’s Maxine’s Bar & Bistro, the best of old school hip hop at Kung Fu Kitchen & Sushi and ‘80s groove in the red bar.



Guests can lounge indoors at any of the hotel’s three bars or outside on one of the hotels two terraces, which include a newly renovated rooftop pool & bar or the bamboo pool lounge.



VIP: Rooftop cabana for up to 6 guests with an all access pass to all open bars and lavish dinner buffet; includes one bottle of premium AVION Tequila and a bottle of champagne.



ITEMS OF INTEREST: At midnight, there will be a complimentary champagne toast as Sasha Grey rings in the New Year with guests. Grey will then give a special performance as she demonstrates her turntable skills at The Maxine’s.



TIME: Open bar from 8:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m.

Doors not closing until 7:00 a.m., January 1, 2011



COST: General Admission / $95.00

VIP / $900.0




December 22, 2010 to January 5, 2011



WHAT: South Beach Group Offers Holiday Prices



WHERE: Various Locations
Miami Beach, FL

(877) 762-3477

www.southbeachgroup.com



HOTELS: Hotel Shelley



The South Beach Group story started in 1997 with Hotel Shelley, which married comfort and style with affordability. The unpretentious atmosphere with lush lounge chairs, nightly open bar, verdant verandah, and quick walk to the beach made Hotel Shelley quickly popular. Those looking for luxury amenities found what they were looking for as well, with ultra-cozy beds in all rooms and in-room Jacuzzi’s included in their King Suites.

844 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach, FL
(305) 531-3341



Metropole Hotel


The chic Metropole Hotel is getting the most attention lately, as the host of MTV’s hit show Jersey Shore: Miami. The cool condo-style one and two bedroom suites invite guests to feel at home without taking them away from the excitement of the South Beach experience. The tropical courtyard lets guests soak up the sun with privacy, and the Kohler® rain showers in their marble bathrooms allow guests to refresh after a long day at the beach.

635 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach, FL
(305) 672-0009



Whitelaw Hotel & Lounge


The Whitelaw Hotel & Lounge received the “Best Architectural Rehab” award for its white furniture and pink walls complete with hand-painted artwork. Add to that the inclusive perks of a free daily airport shuttle, beach towels and club passes, and it’s no wonder that the Whitelaw Hotel was welcomed into the South Beach Group family.

808 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach, FL
(305) 398-7000



The Catalina


The Catalina is unique in that each room fits the mood of a specific traveler. Those with agoraphobia, a low budget, or the urge to feel like a Rock Star will all feel at home here. The Catalina also has rooms for those who don’t want to skimp on comfort, need an “El Grande” amount of space, or just needing somewhere quiet to work while on a business trip.

1732-1756 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach, FL

(305) 674-1160



The Chesterfield Hotel & Suites


Known as the South Beach Group’s wild and trendy haunt, The Chesterfield Hotel fuses with the quaint and charming The Lily-Leon to provide any guest with a decadent getaway that offers complete privacy. The spa, outdoor lounges, and discreet indoor “Love Shack” bar mix the best of both worlds, allowing the traveler to feel wild and discreet at the same time.

855 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach, FL
(305) 531-5831



Sunbrite Apartments


For those who wish to extend a stay in South Beach, the apartment-style accommodations at the Sunbrite Apartments properties were designed with you in mind. The rooms can be rented monthly, and they give you every reason to extend your stay. Their contemporary design accented in warm cream colors and dark wood is sure to put your mind instantly at ease. The studio or one-bedroom loft-like quarters are each equipped with a fully functional gourmet kitchen and top of the line appliances so guests can leave all of their worries behind.

1330 Washington Avenue
Miami Beach, FL
(305) 532-7025



Riviera South Beach



The Riviera melds the classic sophistication of the 1940s and contemporary chic for a luxurious escape. The rooms are more than just eye-candy, with amazing amenities to please even the most discerning traveler. Pillow top custom beds made from 100% organic cotton, terry cloth robes, floor to ceiling silk draperies, and custom designed wood and ivory tufted leather furniture all promise to pamper. Gourmet kitchens, separate living and dining areas and oversize bathrooms make this boutique hideaway extremely relaxing, no matter how hard you party at the famous nightclubs located nearby.

2000 Liberty Avenue
Miami Beach, FL
(305) 538-7444



Tradewinds Hotel Apartment


The Tradewinds Apartment & Hotel, the newest addition to the South Beach Group, draws from the best Miami Beach hotels to create a haven of relaxation and ultimate comfort amidst the daytime sunshine and nightlife glamour. These amazingly, fully furnished luxury accommodations offer immaculate design and the ultimate beach location. Designed for the long term traveler in mind, Tradewinds feature 160 luxuriously appointed one-bedroom and studio suites anxiously waiting to be your next home-away-from-home.

2365 Pinetree Drive

Miami Beach, FL

(305) 531-6795



OFFER: 10% off all already reduced priced hotels; includes a room type upgrade

Available to book online / 10% off lowest rate

Promotion Code: “INSIDER”

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