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We know SPG members are a well-traveled bunch and never in one place for very long. That's why there's SPG Mobile, a wireless way to stay on top of travel plans and capitalize on sudden bursts of inspiration. All it takes is a web-enabled mobile device to connect with www.spg.com and an entire world of travel is waiting in the palm of your hand. With SPG Mobile, users can search for hotels or browse the hotel directory, make or view a reservation, view hotel details (including driving directions), contact SPG through their call centers, or even visit a mobile version of this very website, thelobby.com. There's something extra sweet about being able to research and book a ski adventure at the St. Regis Aspen Resort while you're relaxing on the beach at the Sunset Key Guest Cottages, A Westin Resort. Traveling has a tendency to make you want to travel even more, and having SPG Mobile at your fingertips for service wherever you happen to be is a great way to make your trips smoother and more enjoyable than ever.

For nearly a decade, guests at Westin hotels around the world have enjoyed blissful nights of sleep on Westin Heavenly Beds, ten layers of pure comfort atop the most sensuous of mattresses. Now, in an unprecedented collaboration, Westin has partnered with United Airlines to bring the Westin Heavenly experience to air travel. Select United Red Carpet Clubs in New York, Los Angeles, and San Francisco, for example, feature custom-designed Westin Renewal Lounges outfitted with luxurious touches to help travelers relax before their flights. Look out for the signature Westin design and lighting, special daybeds and ottoman tables, and multiple sensory elements, including scent, video, food and beverage, and botanicals. And in the business and first-class sections on United's premium service (p.s.) flights between New York's JFK airport and California, travelers will enjoy the signature Heavenly blanket and pillow, which are just the thing to get some much-needed shut-eye during the cross-country flight. Several other elements will introduce fliers to the Westin Difference as well, including custom audio and video content, white tea mints and antibacterial towelettes, and a SuperFoods-inspired cocktail served on a Westin brainbody coaster. With the new Westin/United partnership, the flying experience just got a little more civilized.

Lucy Williams is an Orlando-based writer for Starwood Vacation Ownership and thelobby.com's expert on the subject.

The Travelocity Roaming Gnome is on another adventure, and this time he has been seen at several different Starwood Vacation Ownership resorts. When you stay at one of these resorts in 2008, you can go on a Roaming Gnome scavenger hunt for a chance to win prizes. Roaming Gnomes will be hidden in secret spots around the resorts. Participants will receive a clue sheet with hints as to where they are hiding. Once you complete your clue sheet, you can redeem it for a prize at the resort. You will also be entered into a grand prize drawing to win a five-day, four-night resort stay, plus two airline tickets worth up to $750 each. The contest began on May 1 and will continue through the end of 2008. The grand prize winner will be chosen at the end of the year.

Participating Starwood Vacation Ownership resorts are: Sheraton Vistana Villages and Sheraton Vistana Resort in Orlando, Florida; The Westin St. John Resort & Villas in St. John, U.S. Virgin Islands; The Westin Ka'anapali Ocean Resort Villas in Maui, Hawai'i; The Westin Princeville Ocean Resort Villas in Kaua'i, Hawai'i; The Westin Mission Hills Resort & Villas in Rancho Mirage, California; Sheraton Desert Oasis and The Westin Kierland Villas in Scottsdale, Arizona; Sheraton Mountain Vista in Avon, Colorado; Sheraton Broadway Plantation in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina; Sheraton PGA Vacation Resort in Port St. Lucie, Florida; and Vistana's Beach Club in Jensen Beach, Florida.

Some of the finest wines in Spain will be flowing this October 24-26 as the Frank Gehry-designed Hotel Marqués de Riscal hosts the Super Vintage Weekend. Plan ahead for this unique event that celebrates the 150th anniversary of the foundation of Vinos de los Herederos del Marqués de Riscal winery in Rioja. It's sure to be a weekend to remember for oenophiles and casual wine enthusiasts alike. An exclusive Live Charity Auction of rare Riscal wines, coordinated by famed auction house Christie's, will culminate in the Riscal Superlot, a single lot consisting of 131 vintages dating back to 1862. While wines from that era don't come cheap, the knowledge that all proceeds go to support children's charities makes it that much easier to splurge. To top it all off, the Gala Dinner will pair some of the most inspiring wines with tantalizing regional cuisine from Michelin-starred chef Francis Paniego, whose mastery of Rioja and Basque cuisine makes the hotel a destination for culinary travelers the world over.

Starwood recently teamed up with American Express to offer a special experience for 150 SPG members lucky enough to snatch up a ticket: a private screening of Life in Flight at the Westin New York at Times Square during the Tribeca Film Festival.

Tickets sold out in three hours for the exclusive event, making it one of the hardest tickets to come at this year's festival of independent films. Each guest was given an SPG Amex branded cloth tote bag with customized M&Ms, a Tribeca Film Festival cap and the Zagat 2008 Movie Guide. After the film, a thoughtful relationship drama starring Patrick Wilson and Amy Smart, one of the executive directors of the Tribeca Film Festival did a Q&A session with the audience.

"This event totally fulfilled my expectations," said one attendee. "It was a way to have access to the film festival with an interesting discussion afterwards. As an average person outside the entertainment industry, I felt like I had a look in."

The St. Regis Washington, D.C. is welcoming discerning guests from around the world once again, having emerged from an extensive sixteen-month-long renovation that brings a new level of sophistication to the capital's finest address. The hotel's 175 rooms and 11 lavishly decorated suites offer amenities such as wireless internet, LCD televisions, and Pratesi linens, and feature a color palette that ranges from a warm yellow and gold to rich purple and deep blue. Common spaces, such as the lobby and the striking outdoor Astor Terrace, are restored to the grandeur of the hotel's 1926 opening, yet offer contemporary touches that cater to the needs of today's business and leisure travelers. In a nod to the prestigious history of St. Regis, the hotel is hosting a series of rituals designed to bridge the past and the present. The Bloody Mary Ritual, for example, honors the creation of the Bloody Mary at the St. Regis New York, while the Champagne Ritual involves the dramatic opening of a champagne bottle with a sabre. Don't try it at home, but do enjoy a glass of bubbly if you happen to be in the lobby at 6:00 p.m. There are a variety of exclusive offers that make a visit to this Washington, D.C. legend easier than ever, so come check out the St. Regis Washington, D.C. and appreciate the best of yesterday and today.

If you love to travel and share your experiences with others, you just might have a great Spanish adventure ahead of you. Tell us why you should be chosen as a cultural explorer, and you could win a unique journey to Barcelona, the city of dreamy architecture, fascinating people, and endless surprises. With Le Méridien's Travel Journal contest, you can parlay your talent with words and images into a trip like no other. Be there as Le Méridien celebrates culture, cuisine, and creativity at their signature event, ONE NIGHT BARCELONA. This one-of-a-kind happening, which is curated by Flavorpill, will bring together artists, musicians, epicures, and creative people of all stripes to share their best work and have a grand time doing it. As cultural explorer, you'll have VIP access to all the action, and you'll record the highlights of your adventure in a travel journal, which Flavorpill will combine with images from your trip and publish upon your return on lémeridien.com. Two winners and their companions will enjoy this unique opportunity to become cultural explorers for Le Méridien. Will it be you? Submit a story detailing your qualifications as a cultural explorer along with a photo by midnight on May 7, 2008 and find out if you'll be reporting from Barcelona this year. For a bit of inspiration, check out the stories of some of last year's winners, and get your creative gears in motion.

Jaime Gottlieb is the Manager of Online Communications for the Luxury Brands Group and thelobby.com's source on all happenings at W Hotels.

In celebration of Earth Day, W Hotels has put together a wish list of ways you can show your support for all things green. From savory sips to hybrid road trips, check out these top 5 tips on staying eco-savvy during your W stay. And if you received a seeded Earth Day Welcome Card at your W Hotel this holiday, don’t forget to plant it and watch it grow.

1. Want to stretch your legs this spring? When you stay at any W Hotel worldwide, call Whatever/Whenever® and take a PUMA Urban Mobility Bike out for a spin. This smart semi-folding bike is perfect for zipping about the city streets, and stylish enough to make a statement.

2. Ready to roll out in style? When you need a luxe lift but you want to stay eco-savvy, get going with Green Wheels. Worldwide W Hotels guests who order up a livery car service can now request a luxury hybrid or ethanol car option. How’s that for a breath of fresh air?

3. Quench your need for green with a simply savory Wheat Grass Shot when you arrive at your W Hotel Earth Day stay. Refuel your cool with a healthy, warm welcome from us.

The SPG Check In desktop widget is back and better than ever. Now visually enhanced to be easy on the eyes, SPG Check In offers members a quick and convenient way to search for hotels and special offers, access Starpoints accounts, get the latest news from SPG.com, learn about Starwood brands, and much more. A completely customizable feature tailors special offers to your specifications, so whether you're into romantic getaways, ski weekends, spa indulgences, or some combination thereof, you'll always know when deals that fit your lifestyle pop up. You can even get updates from SPG.com on your mobile phone or RSS reader. And just for fun, there's a selection of beautiful images from Starwood's most exotic properties that you can download as desktop wallpaper. I'm personally fond of the photo of the Blue Palace Resort & Spa in Crete, which is a nice view to gaze at while pondering future travel. PC users can download SPG Check in by clicking here. Installation is a breeze, and you'll be surfing through some of the finest properties in the world in no time.

Are you a true beer enthusiast? If so, maybe you could become the Four Points by Sheraton Best Brews Intern. Chief Beer Officer Scott Kerkmans is awfully busy these days ensuring that guests at Four Points by Sheraton properties enjoy some of the best brews to be found anywhere, and he needs a little help. The Best Brews Intern will help out with beer tasting, trend research, brewery relations, and plenty of other frothy responsibilities. If I had you at beer tasting, apply now for this coveted position by sending Scott your résumé along with a letter that explains your love for beer and your four favorite simple pleasures in life. (No, they can't all four be beer.) Applicants must be 21 or older, and possession of an ultra-high beer I.Q. is helpful, so make sure you know the difference between a pilsner, a stout, and a barleywine. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to make your beer dreams come true, so visit the Best Brews page today to see if you've got what it takes to be the Best Brews Intern. You could be toasting your new internship in no time.