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Newport, Rhode Island…

01-13-2009

The perfect antidote for the winter blues!

Plan your convenient, affordable winter escape today.

Newport, RI- Take advantage of the unique accommodation packages offered this winter and experience what makes Newport County the perfect getaway destination.  Check into a quaint bed and breakfast or luxurious hotel and delight in the warm hospitality.  Step back in time as you wander the cobblestone streets in the Colonial downtown or tour the Gilded Age mansions along Bellevue Avenue.  Spend the day in the invigorating, crisp air along the Cliff Walk; then unwind by the fire at a local restaurant.  The savings will leave visitors with extra spending money to explore all that Newport County has to offer.

For a complete listing of the numerous packages available, visit www.GoNewport.com.  Some of the highlights include:

Howard Johnson Inn’s Winter Blues Package includes one night deluxe accommodations and dinner for 2 at the Newport Blues Café with rates starting at $124.

The Winter in Newport Package from the Admiral Fitzroy Inn offers a two night weekend package, including two tickets to the Newport Seal Safari, two tickets to the Family Skating Center and a $50 gift certificate towards dinner at a local restaurant with rates starting at $317.

Hotel Viking’s Winter Warmer Package is an exceptional value with a gourmet dinner for 2 off a prix fixe menu, breakfast, valet parking and 30% off spa services with rates starting at $239.

On any day in Newport County, the opportunities for recreation and entertainment are endless and winter is no exception.  The Norman Bird Sanctuary is a 300-acre nature preserve with 7-miles of hiking trails.  Birding is best during the winter months, but unique yoga classes and hikes with an incredible ocean view are also enjoyable.  Buy a Winter Passport and visit three of the Gilded Age mansions that were once the summer playground of the social elite.  Wander through the boutique shops and unique stores offering something to appeal to every shopper's signature style.  Spend the afternoon in our award-winning vineyards or relax and rejuvenate in one of our many spas.  Once in Newport, you will learn a secret that locals look forward to each year.  Newport’s fine restaurants offer incredible specials throughout the winter months to entice diners, even on the coldest winter night.

Newport is easily accessible by car, plane or train; conveniently located within driving distance of Boston (60 miles), Hartford (70 miles) and New York (150 miles), just 18 miles from T.F. Green Airport and within 40 miles of two Amtrak train stations (Providence & Kingston).  Amtrak just announced its Visit Rhode Island Fares, giving travelers 20% off fares to Rhode Island when they use discount code V174, making a trip to Newport even more convenient and affordable.

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The Newport County Convention & Visitors Bureau is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to the promotion of the City of Newport and the five townships of Newport County as a destination resort for business and leisure travel. For further information, please contact the NCCVB Marketing Department at (401) 845-9151 or www.GoNewport.com.


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