We are happy to announce the second winner in The Society’s Vacation Giveaway.  Congratulations Jan Corbin!

Jan, her daughter, sisters and cousin will be headed to Keystone thanks in part to our property partner Summit Cove.  Jan also receives a $500 gift certificate to ship her luggage to Keystone compliments of our newest preferred partner The Luggage Club.

Jan let us know she has experienced some extraordinarily difficult times the past number of years and is now prepared to, “…spend a few days reading a book, walking around seeing other sites, and reinvigorating myself”.

We imagine Jan and her supportive group of girlfriends will have a wonderful, relaxing time in Keystone.

Thank you to all participants thus far.  Out judging panel have a terribly difficult time each week checking all the entries and selecting just one winner.  Remember however, there are 8 homes remaining!!  If you have not yet registered do so now here.  Our next drawing is on December 3rd, so get your submissions in to win the “Acadia Estate” in Kissimmee, Florida thanks to our Luxe Alliance member Orlando All Star Vacation Homes.  This home is ideally located near Disney and perfect for that family getaway!!!

Our preferred partner, The Luggage Club, has stepped up again and is contributing a $100 gift certificate to the winner as well … imagine your luggage and goods waiting for you at your final destination, and enjoying hands-free travel!

Good luck!!

The Society Team

Congratulations Kim Fritz!!!! Kim has won a 5-night getaway to Villa Las Olas in Cabo, compliments of Lifestyle Villas. Kim mentioned she will taking her family along and extending an invitation to her best friend and family. Thanks to some very creative writing that caught the eyes of our judging panel, Kim explained she attempts to master her daily 3-ring circus; work, home, and family.

“I try to keep the plates spinning, the lions fed, and the clowns in order…”.

-Why We Need A Vacation? Week One Winner Chosen
Nine (9) More Weeks of Vacation Available-

Lakewood, CO (November 12, 2008) – The Society of Leisure Enthusiasts (www.thesociety.com), representing 5,000+ of the finest vacation home rentals in the world is proud to announce the first recipient of the “Save the American Vacation” promotion conceived in response to the current global financial crisis to brighten the upcoming holiday season.

Ms. Kim Fritz of St. Petersburg, Florida will enjoy 5 nights of lavishness and opulence in Cabo San Lucas residing in the Villa Las Olas provided by The Society’s Luxe Alliance partner Lifestyle Villas of Los Cabos. Kim, her family and her best friend’s family will enjoy spacious living/entertaining rooms and 4 bedrooms within this magnificent example of contemporary Mexican architecture. Adjacent to the villa are two infinity-edge pools, a jetted hot tub, a large built-in gas BBQ, outdoor fireplace and outdoor dining seating 8 covered by a Palapa, all a stone’s throw from the Sea of Cortez…read more.

With Christmas just around the corner, The Society has some remarkable travel packages available with some of the finest rentals in Tuscany, Italy.  Take a look, and inquire now to reserve your perfect rental home for the holidays.

-Christmas Package 2008 at Luxurious 10 Suite Villa near Florence - S3035:

What better way to enjoy the festive season than by staying at this gorgeous villa in Florence. Discover one of Italy’s most charming cities as well as the Tuscan cuisine created by the villa’s private chef accompanied by the estate’s produced wines. Celebrate Christmas around a cracling fire, under an elegantly decorated Christmas tree. Not to mention having a beautiful spa at your fingertips as an oasis of relaxation and rejuvenation!

Offer includes Luxurious private villa accommodating up to 18 people, scrumptious buffet breakfast daily, bottle of Chianti Classico and Amedei Tuscan chocolates in room upon welcome, Complimentary Traditional Christams Eve dinner for the family including estate’s wines, Christmas gift compliments of the villa (placed under the lovely, adorned Christmas tree), and a festively decorated villa!

Minimum stay of 3 nights
Daily Rate of $7,016
-Bravo Winter Bliss Special at Exquisite Stone Villa in the Val D’Orcia Region - S3023:

Stay at this villa this winter for a blissful vacation in the ancient spa town of San Casciano dei Bagni!  This spectacular villa offers an escape from the ordinary and an entry to the sublime. The property is just steps from the famed therapeutic thermal spring spa for further pampering and relaxation.

For travelers looking to escape winter temperatures, Costa Rica is entering it’s high season for tourism.  November through April is an amazing time to explore this exotic destination, and The Society is offering quite a deal for vacationers planning a last minute trip.

Over 20 fantastic rentals are being offered at a 10% discount for any trips ending before December 17th, 2008.  Furthermore, this 10% discount is extended year round for any last minute trip booked within 2 weeks of the stay.

The rentals available for this deal range in price from $200 - $1,500 per night.
With the 10% discount over a week long stay, you are looking at up to $1,050 in savings.

Check out a few of the rentals being offered:

• Villa Encantada
• Villa Milagro
• Villa Oceana
• Sonidos del Mar
• Casa La Ostra

To take advantage of this deal, please submit a MatchMaker request for Costa Rica, and we’ll find you the perfect vacation home.

This offer is subject to availability.  Dates excluded: Dec 18th - Jan 6th.

Hurry, hurry!  The Society has a tremendous deal for trips to Cabo, but you must act fast.  For selected rentals, book before December 1st, 2008 and get the 4th and 8th night free!  Valid for 2008/2009 travel excluding holidays (subject to availability).

Selected rentals range from $900 - $4,500 per night.

Taking advantage of 2 nights free would result in up to $9,000 in savings!

Check out a few of the many rentals available for the deal:

Villa Amanda
Villa Las Olas
Villa Colibri

To inquire for this deal, simply submit a MatchMaker inquiry for Cabo San Lucas.  We’ll take care of your inquiry, search for available rentals and present you with options matching your criteria.  With less than a month left before the deal expires, submit your MatchMaker inquiries quickly to qualify for these unique savings.

Every year thousands flock to Cabo San Lucas and the Baja Peninsula to enjoy both its natural beauty and its great oofering of sun, surf, activites and nighlife.  Whether you prefer fishing, golfing, diving, kayaking, shopping or just lying on a gorgeous beach, you’ll find it all in Los Cabos!

We alerted you that Majestic Sedona, one of the most beautiful rentals in Sedona was available for a discount in October.  Well…its back again, and for Christmas week this place of relaxation is available again with a great deal for those seeking unique spa treatments.

Majestic Sedona is available December 21 - 29th for a Christmas week discount of $6,000.  The home usually rents for $1,500 per night.  This discounted rate saves you 50% during Christmas!

On top of the deal, guests will also gain access to a resoration package normally reserved for guests of the Chopra Center.

Enjoy a week of bliss in Sedona for the holidays.  Hurry to book Majestic Sedona for Christmas week, and pamper yourself like never before.

The Holidays are such busy days of preparations, that it is important to remember to restore ones self. Please remember this Holiday season that it is as important to give back to yourself.  To restore your spirit give the gift of  Wellness & relaxation to help you maintain the busy pace with a healthy happy heart.

DAY RESTORATION PACKAGE
“Come Early & Stay Late”
Pamper your body with a day of rest and restoration.
Enhance your experience by choosing
from among any of our custom treatments.

Two sixty minute sessions and lunch ­
$325 (includes tax and 20% gratuity)

Two ninety minute sessions and lunch ­
$480 (includes tax and 20% gratuity)

Some premier waterfront rentals are now available in Lake Placid on TheSociety.com.  Choose from a variety of sizes and price ranges for these upscale properties perfect for family getaways and buddy trips.

One of the best is Camp Sunrise.  This gorgeous 8 bedroom, 6.5 bath rental sleeps 18 people, and it is right on the lake for direct access to activities.  The property has a huge wrap-around porch on the lakeside and for the kids, there is a game room including a T.V. room, pool table, and basketball game.

View and inquire about Camp Sunrise here, or browse the rest of our new Lake Placid listings to find your ideal waterfront retreat.

A last minute package has been made available for those of you seeking a rare “spiritual awaking”.

What does that mean, you ask…?

Majestic Sedona, the premier rental property in Sedona is available from October 22nd - 26th for a last minute rate of just $3,000 for the week.  On top of that, guests will receive unique access to attend “The Perfect Health” program hosted at the Sedona Rouge Hotel & Spa (normally reserved strictly for guests of the hotel).

This 5-day healing process presented by Chopra Center instructor and Ayurvedic practitioner Lorrie Lawrence is based on the global bestseller “Perfect Health”, by Deepak Chopra, M.D.  The program has helped thousands of people across the globe identify the imbalances in their lives, learn how to correct them, learn powerful Ayurvedic practices designed to balance body and mind, enhance nutrition, reduce emotional turbulence and re-awaken the senses.

For just $2,865 per person, the all inclusive package includes:

• Complete meal package. All of your meals for the 5 days are consciously prepared and are recommended Ayurvedic menus which your practitioner has planned with our chef.
• Daily morning instructed yoga for all levels, guided Meditation, and evening guided sunset meditations on our Observation Terrace.
• Daily Pancha Karma Wellness and Spa treatments by trained therapists.  Pancha Karma is a complete detox program consisting of 8 treatments that will purify, eliminate toxins and rejuvenate your system. This part of the program is pre-screened and designed by our Ayurvedic Practitioner for you, including any exams or follow up consultations that may be necessary.

Are you ready to hits the links in The Valley of the Sun?  Perhaps a little pre-holiday shopping?  Head to the Phoenix/Scottsdale area and pay nothing for your rental car!

Grayhawk Private Home

Specialty Lodging, our partner in Scottsdale is offering a great deal for those traveling to the area until January 1st, 2009.  Book any property offered by Specialty Lodging and receive a rental car (Intermediate) free for 1 week from Enterprise Rental Cars.  Discounted rates for upgrades are also available as well. As mentioned, book before January 1st, 2009 to take advantage of this great offer.

Please mention this deal when booking!!

Thanks to our great partner in Beaver Creek (Western Seasons) we have 3 new deals to offer our travelers.  These deals are only valid for Western Seasons rentals.

Early Booking: Book by December 1st and receive 20% off all lodging from now until April 20, 2009.

(excluding the lodge rooms at The Seasons Lodge at Arrowhead and the penthouse at The Borders Lodge in Beaver Creek and December 19, 2008 - January 4, 2009 and February 13-15, 2009. This offer is reserved for new bookings only.)

Western Seasons has reduced the 5 night minimum to a 3 night minimum from Dec. 19-25, 2008 for the 2 bedroom condominiums at The Borders Lodge in Beaver Creek and the 2 bedroom condominiums at The Seasons Lodge at Arrowhead.

Holiday Special: 20% off 2 bedroom condominiums and 3 bedroom deluxe condominiums at The Borders Lodge in Beaver Creek and Townsend Place105 from December 26, 2008 - January 4, 2009. New bookings only.

President’s Special: 15% off all lodging February 13-15, 2009 excluding the lodge rooms at The Seasons Lodge at Arrowhead and the penthouse at The Borders Lodge in Beaver Creek. New bookings only.

Please mention promotional code WSWD when booking!!!