December 20th, 2005, by Mary Winston Nicklin
Special Holiday Offers: The Don CeSar, St. Petersburg, Florida
The legendary pink palace, once the playground for celebs like F. Scott Fitzgerald, is a self-contained wonderland of pampering and exceptional service. Located on Florida’s Gulf Coast, the Don CeSar, a Loews hotel, embodies the grandeur of America’s traditional beach resorts. More than seven miles of gorgeous beaches, oodles of watersports, including daily sailing and waverunning clinics, seaside massages, the stunning pool, and of course, blissful accommodations. And from now until January 5, take advantage of mind-blowing specials, and the magical holiday ambience at the Don. The “Treasured Holiday” Package includes one night’s accommodation in a Partial Gulfview room, breakfast buffet for two in the Sea Porch Cafe, and a 2006 Don CeSar calendar. Starting at $228 per night.
The Don CeSar, Official Site
The Don CeSar, Five Star Alliance
This is one of my favorite hotels in the whole-wide world. It isn’t a full 5 star hotel (and it doesnt want to be), but if you have kids or pets, this is the place to go.