Contact: Lisa Simmons, MOTT

Lisa.Simmons@state.ma.us

617-973-8508

Vicki Cimino, Connelly Partners

vcimino@connellypartners.com

617-521-5428

For Immediate Release

SNOW FEVER OR NO FEVER: MASSACHUSETTS’ WINTER LODGING DEALS BEAT YOUR CABIN FEVER

BOSTON, November 30, 2012 - As Jack Frost settles in for the winter season Massachusetts transforms into a winter wonderland. And while there’s a chill in the air, there are plenty of wonderful activities, both inside and out to enjoy; couple that with great lodging deals that cater to the season and you’re in for a winter filled with adventure.

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Greater Boston

Winter Family Fun Package, Boston Harbor Hotel - Bring the family and enjoy a winter getaway on Boston’s waterfront; the Boston Harbor Hotel’s Winter Family Fun Package is available through March 18, 2012, Thursday through Sunday. The package includes luxurious overnight accommodations, hot chocolate and homemade cookies for four people, four tickets to the New England Aquarium and complimentary valet parking.

Winter Wonderland Package, The Liberty Hotel - Don't hibernate all winter… Instead, go out and play with The Liberty Hotel's luxurious Winter Wonderland Package. This luxury hotel package includes overnight accommodations in a luxury guest room, two VIP passes to Boston Common's Frog Pond Ice Skating Rink, two hot chocolates or Twisted Toddies in The Liberty Bar, complimentary in-room movie and breakfast for two in CLINK.

Winter in the City, The Eliot Hotel - Enjoy all the winter wonders Boston has to offer from the comfort of your luxurious suite. The Winter in the City Package includes one night in a luxurious one-bedroom suite, complimentary overnight valet parking, Bake Shop Buffet breakfast for two in Clio Restaurant. Available through March 31, 2012.

Fire and Ice Winter Warmer Package, Fairmont Battery Wharf - Embrace the season with a unique outdoor dining experience; the Fairmont Battery Wharf’s Fire and Ice Winter Warmer Package features overnight accommodations and dinner for two at Aragosta Bar and Bistro’s outdoor fire pits. Sit on the cozy couches surrounded by heat lamps and cuddle up in plush blankets. Satisfy your cravings with warm fondue, seasonal cocktails and roasted marshmallows for make-your-own s’mores.

North Of Boston
Winter Romance Package at the Andover Inn, Andover - Treat yourself and your special someone to a romantic New England getaway at the Andover Inn. You’ll be greeted with chocolate-dipped strawberries and a bottle of house sparkling wine upon your arrival; you’ll also enjoy a dinner for two in Samuel's, the Inn’s signature restaurant, and a continental breakfast. Upgrades available, rates start at $226.

Central Massachusetts

Ski, Stay, and Dine Package, The Chocksett Inn, Sterling - A fun weekend or weekday getaway of skiing with the Chocksett Inn’s Ski, Stay, and Dine Package; includes accommodations for two, deluxe continental breakfast, $40 dinner gift certificate to the Inn’s restaurant and two Wachusett Mountain lift tickets. Rates start at $199.

Western Massachusetts Ski, Snowshoe & Stay, Centennial House Bed & Breakfast & Conference Center, Northfield - Stay two nights winter and receive two passes to cross country skiing on 25 miles of groomed trails at the beautiful Northfield Mountain Recreation & Environmental Center (NMREC). Four guest maximum or two rooms; trail access is weather-dependent and at the sole discretion of the NMREC.

Ski & Stay Packages, The Yankee Inn, Lenox – The Yankee Inn’s Ski and Stay Package offers lodging for two nights, two Butternut Ski Area lift weekday tickets, an 8-hour adult lift ticket to Jiminy Peak and a $25.00 gift certificate to Arizona Pizza Co. Restaurant or Jonathan's Bistro. Additional 8-hour adult lift tickets are available at a $10.00 discount if purchased with advance reservation.

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