LUXURY MEETS VALUE WITH LOEWS HOTELS’ NEW ADVANCE PURCHASE OPTION

NEW YORK (December 8, 2008) – Timing the stock market may be ill-advised but timing a luxury travel experience has never been a better idea.  Beginning December 8, 2008 select Loews Hotels’ properties in the U.S. and Canada will reward luxury travelers who book early with Advance Purchase discounts of 10% or 20%, depending on their booking window.  The discount applies to business or leisure stays in all room categories, including web exclusive rates on loewshotels.com.  Advance Purchase reservations must be paid at time of booking, are non-refundable and cannot be changed.

Guests who book a reservation 60 days or more in advance receive a 20% discount and those who book 30 – 59 days in advance earn a 10% discount off Loews Best Available Rate.  The Advance Purchase discount is available online at www.loewshotels.com and by calling 1-800-23-LOEWS.  The Advance Purchase discount cannot be combined with any other promotional offers or rates and is not available at the Loews Hotels at Universal Orlando.  Traditional reservations can still be made at rack rates with normal cancellation policies.   

“This is an unbeatable opportunity for travelers to lock-in a great rate, simply by planning ahead.  It’s similar to buying airfare, people that book ahead get the best deals, now they can get the same benefit at Loews Hotels,” said Anthony Del Gaudio, VP of Global Distribution for Loews Hotels.  “Whether they opt for the bayside luxury of Loews Coronado Bay in San Diego or the classic New York City experience of the Loews Regency Hotel, travelers who book early will enjoy Loews’ signature Four Diamond and More experience at an unprecedented value.”

Headquartered in New York City, Loews Hotels owns and/or operates 17 hotels and resorts in the U.S. and Canada.  Located in major city centers and resort destinations from coast to coast, the Loews portfolio features one-of-a-kind properties that go beyond Four Diamond standards to delight guests with a supremely comfortable, uniquely local and vibrant travel experience.  Loews boasts some of the industry's most innovative and successful travel programs, including Loews Loves Kids for families and Loews Loves Pets for discerning animals on the road.  For reservations or more information on Loews Hotels, call 1-800-23-LOEWS or check www.loewshotels.com.

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