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Westin has long been committed to promoting wellness on the road with innovative environments and amenities that help travelers feel their best. Now it's easier than ever to take home some of Westin's wellness-focused products with the opening of the Westin Wellness Store on Amazon.com. It's the first hotel-branded storefront on Amazon.com, and it boasts a carefully-curated collection of wellness focused products, including merchandise from like-minded brands such as Gaiam, Kate's Paperie, Tea Forté and Riedel. The digital storefront also has some of Westin's most beloved products, like the iconic Westin Heavenly Bed (pictured), Heavenly Bath collection, and white tea scented candles and diffusers. To celebrate this historic launch, Westin is offering a $100 Amazon gift card to guests who register and stay twice at a Westin hotel in the U.S. or Canada by May 13, 2010. SPG members need simply to register by April 30, 2010, and stay by May 13, 2010, arriving Sunday to Thursday, to qualify for this offer. For more information or to register, visit here and take that unique Westin experience home with you.

The city of Asheville, North Carolina is the perfect mix of urban sophistication and natural beauty, and if you've never had the pleasure of visiting, here's a great opportunity. The Four Points by Sheraton Asheville Downtown is offering great rates and a complimentary rental car for stays this fall. With the Stay and Explore Package, rates start at $136 a night and include a mid-sized rental car pick-up at the hotel, so your only problem will be deciding what to do first. Nestled among the majestic Blue Ridge Mountains, this comfortable hotel makes an ideal base for outdoor activities like hiking, rafting, and birdwatching, but it's also just steps from some of the city's best shops, galleries, and restaurants. If cinema is your thing, check out the upcoming Asheville Film Festival (November 12-15, 2009), where cutting-edge features, documentaries, and animations draw visitors to venues throughout the city. Music lovers won't want to miss the 21st Annual Christmas Jam on December 12, 2009, or a host of major events at the Asheville Civic Center like a New Year's Eve performance by the red hot Avett Brothers. The Stay and Explore Package is valid for Sunday through Thursday stays through December 31, 2009, so book your stay today and experience this charming mountain town.

The 2009 summer travel season is in full swing, and if you've put off booking your annual getaway in the hope of getting a great deal, the wait is over. That's because Starwood is having a big summer sale, with summer rates of up to 50% off regular rates at hotels and resorts around the world. Just book by July 20, 2009 and save on stays through October 12, 2009 at hundreds of Starwood properties from Aruba to New Zealand and everywhere in between. The New York offerings are particularly compelling, with bargains on no less than a dozen glamorous hotels. For example, if you're looking for the ultimate New York experience, book a few nights at the W New York - Union Square, which has rates starting at $219. Located just steps from some of the city's best restaurants, bars, and nightclubs, it's the perfect jumping-off point for an evening of downtown delights. Before you check out, be sure to explore the landmark 1911 beaux arts Guardian Life building, which was reinvented by David Rockwell and features Todd English's Olives restaurant and Rande Gerber's sleek UNDERBAR. Wherever you wind up this summer, you'll enjoy it all the more knowing you're getting a great deal on spectacular summer travel. Click here for more information and a list of participating properties.

Aloft Arundel Mills is now open in Hanover, Maryland, and several great hotel offers make it easy to explore this exciting new destination sensation. Located near BWI airport and a short drive from Baltimore's dynamic Inner Harbor, Aloft Arundel Mills is in the thick of the action, but its stylish loft-inspired design and modern amenities make it the perfect place to relax and recharge after a challenging day. Guest rooms feature nine-foot ceilings, oversized windows, ultra-comfortable beds, and bathrooms with walk-in showers and amenities by Bliss Spa. When you're hungry, grab a snack at re:fuel by Aloft, the 24/7 pantry. Need a workout? Sweat it out at the re:charge gym. Fancy a game of pool? Rack 'em up at the re:mix lounge (pictured). When it's cocktail time, clink glasses with friends at the w xyz bar. So what are you waiting for? The Say Aloha to Aloft Arundel Mills package - with weekday rates from $169, weekend rates from $119, and a $20 food and beverage credit for each day - is just one of more than a dozen great offers, so check the list and start packing.

Be a rock star with your favorite Jonas Brothers fan when you score VIP tickets to the band's sold-out tour. Starwood Preferred Guest has been named "Proud Sponsor" of the Jonas Brothers 2009 summer concert tour. To celebrate, Starwood Preferred Guest® (SPG) is rewarding members with an opportunity to bid Starpoints through SPG Moments on VIP packages including premium tickets to see the band perform live and attend select pre-show sound check parties in U.S. markets on the Jonas Brothers World Tour 2009. This is the first of several premium live music experiences SPG is making available to members as a result of the announced alliance. Bid now!

The excitement of New York City doesn't end at the Hudson River. Hoboken, New Jersey is just minutes away from Manhattan's west side by car, train, or ferry, and its shopping and nightlife scene gives its glitzy neighbor a serious run for its money. As of March 27, 2009, Hoboken will have a world class hotel as well, with the opening of the brand new W Hoboken. This iconic waterfront property features amazing views of the Manhattan skyline, along with contemporary styling, impeccable service, and a selection of amenities that will leave you feeling pampered and refreshed. If you'd like to be among the first to experience this exciting new property, here's a little incentive: the W Hoboken Welcome offer features rates starting at $305 and a host of great perks for stays between March 31 and September 7, 2009. Start with a VIP table in the Living Room lounge and two signature Sinatra cocktails. (Ol' Blue Eyes was born and raised in Hoboken.) Then enjoy a savory charcuterie board and chef-selected sip with purchase of dinner at Zylo restaurant, the hotel's upscale steak house. Fans of modern art will appreciate a pair of tickets to New York's MoMA, as well as round-trip PATH transportation, while those who just want a day of beauty will love the Bliss 'Face Value' set and upgrade to a Bliss signature triple oxygen treatment at the 5,000 square foot Bliss spa. There's too much to mention, so take a look at the W Hoboken Welcome page and get ready to fall in love with the most dynamic new addition to Hoboken since Frank himself.

The Westin Tampa Bay Airport opened a week before the Super Bowl, and now that the big game is over and the football-mad crowds have moved on, it's a great time to check out this exciting new hotel. Situated on Rocky Point Island, this luxurious property offers breathtaking views from old Tampa Bay to the Westshore skyline, as well as easy access to a host of upscale dining, shopping, and entertainment options. All 255 guest rooms and suites feature the signature Westin Heavenly Bed and Heavenly Bath - with dual shower heads and signature bath amenities - ensuring you'll feel pampered and well-rested. The hotel's AquaKnox restaurant and lounge (pictured), meanwhile, offers a an atmosphere of casual elegance, with a water-encased walk-in wine tower, open kitchen, and an eclectic menu of seafood, meat, and vegetable dishes that's sure to satisfy any palate. The amenities go on and on, but if you need one more reason to check out the newest hotel in Tampa, how about this: The Grand Opening Offer entices visitors with weekend accommodations starting at $179, including complimentary valet parking and two Starbucks beverages and pastries of your choice every day. The offer is valid through April 30, 2009, so consider a visit to this exciting new Tampa destination, and see what a few days of luxury and convenience can do for you.

The Starwood Spa Collection is comprised of some of the finest premier-level spa resorts and hotels in the world, offering visitors an unparalleled experience based on The Seven Pillars of Well-Being. This year the collection welcomes 11 new members, exquisite properties that exemplify the top-level service, amenities, and atmosphere guests have come to enjoy in Europe, Asia, Africa, North and South America. In honor of these new additions, there's the Starwood Spa Collection Welcome Package. Book this exclusive package for two or more nights at a participating resort or hotel and enjoy one fifty-minute spa treatment per person, a welcome wellness basket, continental breakfast for two daily, and a 4:00 p.m. late checkout. Pay a visit to one of the new members, like The St. Regis Bali Resort or the The Laguna Resort & Spa, Nusa Dua, Bali in Indonesia, or the The W Hong Kong or Le Méridien Shimei Bay Beach Resort & Spa in China, and enjoy a relaxing massage. Or else trek on over to India for a few days of pampering at the The Westin Sohna-Gurgaon Resort & Spa or The ITC Mughal, Agra (pictured). If you're in the mood for an island getaway, it's hard to top the Mandara Spa at The Grand Mauritian Resort & Spa, Mauritius. Wherever around the world you decide to unwind, book your spa getaway today and start the year feeling right.

SPG members who just can't get enough travel can look forward to many more great escapes with the new Night After Night promotion, with bonus rewards that are sure to keep you traveling comfortably this year. Register now and earn 500 bonus Starpoints with each night, plus an additional 5,000 Starpoints with every tenth night. Time flies and the Starpoints add up fast when you're exploring over 890 participating Starwood hotels and resorts worldwide, and before long you'll be able to redeem them for nights at some of the world's most exciting destinations. Perhaps you'll fancy a few romantic nights at the Blue Palace Resort & Spa, Elounda (pictured). Located on the Greek island of Crete, this Luxury Collection property is the ultimate destination for Mediterranean relaxation. To earn Starpoints with every night, register by March 31, 2009 and stay through April 30, 2009. Night after Night. Travel just gets better and better.

Starwood has so many exciting new hotels and resorts opening up across the country that it can be hard to keep track of them all. Until now, that is. Check out the recently launched a microsite that helps connect travelers with its newest properties, wherever in North America they happen to be. Simply click here and browse by destination, property type, or brand to find new and noteworthy hotels and resorts from sea to shining sea. Curious to see what's new in Colorado? Have a look at the Westin Riverfront Resort & Spa, Avon (pictured), with inspiring views of Beaver Creek Mountain. Looking for the newest resort? They don't get much newer than the Equinox Golf Resort & Spa, Vermont, a member of Starwood's Luxury Collection. Wondering where the next W will wind up? The sleek new W Fort Lauderdale will open on March 1, 2009, ushering in a new era of style to the classic beachfront town. You can even search on an interactive map. Best of all, you'll have instant access to special offers that make checking out a new place all the more enticing. Visit the Opening Offers site today and explore the best in new designs, new escapes, new views, and new luxuries.