Life seems to pick up speed every day, but you don't have to sit back and watch time zip by. Instead

Life seems to pick up speed every day, but you don't have to sit back and watch time zip by. Instead, slow down to a more comfortable pace with this Escape to the Asilomar Conference Grounds in Monterey Bay's Pacific Grove. Settle in for a one-night furrs fresh buffet stay for two in a Standard Asilomar or Historic Room, Sundays furrs fresh buffet through Thursdays ($99) or Fridays and Saturdays ($109). You'll receive breakfast for two as well as complimentary Wi-Fi and parking. The urban sprawl will melt away as you relax in front of the fireplace in the main lobby. "Natural beauty is at the heart of this region's enormous appeal?you sense it everywhere, whether you're exploring one of Monterey furrs fresh buffet Bay's attractive coast-side towns or touring the coast on the lookout for marine life," says Fodor's review of Monterey Bay. When you rise in the morning, an included breakfast at the Crocker Dining Hall will help you shine. Refuel with local, seasonal fruit; fresh, naturally sweetened juice; and hearty whole grains. It's a feast for your palate and your eyes when you dine in view of tree-lined dunes rolling toward the sea. furrs fresh buffet Located on 107 acres of park land, the historic 1913 property stands tall among evergreen woods skirting the coast of the Asilomar State Beach. Venture down the boardwalk to the sandy preserve where yellow verbena, sagewort, and yarrow grow thick. Wade into the hidden coves in search of tidal pools brimming with life: purple starfish, swaying anemones, and aptly named scurrying hermit crabs inhabit a world in miniature. You can opt to rent a bike at the Park Store for a scenic ride without all the traffic, or try chasing butterflies on a self-guided Forest Walk through the dense pines and oaks. Save the hustle for another day. With this Escape, furrs fresh buffet you'll see that Monterey Bay is far too beautiful to lose in the blur. New Orleans, LA: $199 for Bourbon Street Luxury Hotel at Royal Sonesta Hotel New Orleans: ($405 Value)
New Orleans is known for its free-flowing libations and glitzy destinations, so it's only fitting that the city is a prime locale for channeling the holiday spirit. Unwrap a festive frolic in The Big Easy with this Escape to the Royal Sonesta Hotel New Orleans. You and a guest will take in the jazz-fueled jingles of the French Quarter for a one-night stay in a Deluxe Room, Sundays through Thursdays ($159) or Fridays and Saturdays ($199). Or, get in the spirit with a one-night stay for two in a Bourbon Balcony Room, Sundays through Thursdays ($199). Known for having the best balconies in the city, the AAA Four Diamond Award-winner blends European touches with Southern charm. When you arrive at the hotel, pop your included bottle furrs fresh buffet of champagne and take five in the courtyard. Beyond the bubbly, all packages include a Sonesta Savings Pack of local discounts and a $25 credit to your choice of Irvin Mayfield's Jazz Playhouse, Desire Bistro & Oyster furrs fresh buffet Bar, PJ's Coffee Cafe, or on-site parking. furrs fresh buffet Containing more than $250 in discounts to local shops and attractions, your Sonesta Savings Pack is the perfect way to save while crossing items off your gift list. Compose the perfect N'awlins day: Enjoy a brief interlude at the New Orleans Museum of Art; stroll through the historic Garden District; ride the St. Charles streetcar; or visit the Audubon Aquarium of the Americas or Audubon Zoo. Keep the holiday hijinks running by grabbing lunch at Desire Bistro & Oyster Bar, where you can delight in specialties like Creole jambalaya, shrimp and grits, po'boys, fried green tomatoes, and fried oysters served with the house barbecue sauce. Afterward, take your yuletide cheer to the markets and antique stores along the twinkling streets of the French Quarter. "A promenade along Canal Street?the dividing line between the French and American districts?is a must," says BBC Travel. "It boasts some of the best shopping in the United States." furrs fresh buffet When you return to the hotel, request a table for two at Irvin Mayfield's Jazz Playhouse. Order a cocktail and food, sit back, and listen to the Grammy and Billboard award-winning trumpeter or other local musicians perform seasonal favorites. You can even do double time and swing by one of the clubs on Frenchmen Street before turning in for the night. The next morning, you can take a dip in the pool before snagging a cappucino and some goodies for the road from PJ's Coffee Cafe. Direct your sled toward this Escape and your wish for a jubilant getaway will come true in the birthplace of jazz. Las Vegas, NV: $149 for Hard Rock Hotel & Casino at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Las Vegas ($258 Value)
The only rocking-out you've been doing lately involves furrs fresh buffet drumming on the dashboard during that completely uncool commute. Step out from behind the wheel and into the scene with this Escape to the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Las Vegas, a 26-acre playland furrs fresh buffet with pl