SNUGGLE UP IN A COZY, SOPHISTICATED ROOM AT THE STRAND HOTEL IN NEW YORK

 ROMANTIC VALENTINE'S PACKAGE AVAILABLE EVERY WEEKEND IN FEBRUARY

New York, NY ˆ Jan. 18, 2011 ˆ Are you hoping to rekindle the flame this Valentine‚s Day? Celebrate in the city with classic romantic touches like champagne and chocolate-covered strawberries, along with a special framed keepsake photo from the Condé Nast archives to remember the getaway.  The Strand Hotel, steps from the Empire State Building, is offering a special package available every weekend this February which includes:  

 Two nights in a Premier or Executive Room 
 Deluxe Continental European Breakfast daily
 A framed 17x17 iconic black and white vintage print from the Conde Nast archives
 Pommery champagne with chocolate-covered strawberries upon arrival
 Three course dinner for two at the Strand American Bistro (tax, tip, and beverages not included)
 Late checkout at 2:00 p.m.

Rates for the package start at $849.00 for two nights, based on single and double occupancy, and are available on Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights.  The package is valid from Feb. 1-28, 2011, based upon availability and tax is not included. This offer may not be combined with any other promotion.

For more information or to book please call reservations at 212-448-1024 or e-mail reservations@thestrandnyc.com.  The package cannot be booked through the Web site.  Restaurant reservations must be made at time of booking.  

The Strand is a member of the Green Hotel Association and features 20 intimate floors housing 177 deluxe guest rooms and junior suites at 33 W. 37th Street just off Fifth Avenue.

Fresh and innovative guestrooms feature floor to ceiling windows framing Empire State Building views.  The Strand‚s lobby with staircase of stone and glass and a two-story waterfall engages the ear and helps guests leave the city‚s cacophony at the door.  The Strand American Bistro is a new 115-seat venue with a sophisticated bar & lounge, featuring classic American cuisine at lunch and dinner.

The hotel‚s new rooftop lounge, Top of the Strand features a retractable glass ceiling and walls, allowing guests to enjoy four seasons worth of Empire State Building views.  This winter, Top of the Strand has teamed up with Ralph Lauren and Sex & the City set designer Lydia Marks to create a romantic, winter ski lodge look in the venue.  
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