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Staycation or vacation?

Opting for a staycation or a vacation probably comes down to two factors.

  1. How much TIME do you have available?
  2. How much is in that vacation fund of yours?

I love the extended stay vacations, and there’s nothing that I relish more than becoming a part of my favorite neighborhoods in Amboise and Paris, but the cost is exorbitant and  I just don’t have the TIME. I still need time for myself – time to relax, without any obligation. Most important to me is time away from the computer when I can REALLY focus on my personal champagne living. In other words….

ME TIME

Sometimes that means staying within driving distance, and spending less – but getting JUST WHAT I NEED – be it a drink by the pool, a ride down the intracoastal waterway on the water taxi to a fabulous restaurant, or just sitting on the balcony of my hotel room with a good book and a nice breeze.  The LESS complicated the better.

I TOOK SOME ME TIME

About a week ago I headed 2 hours south to Hollywood….Florida that is. A 20 minute drive from my brother’s home, I had only been to the area once, spending about an hour walking in the arts district and having a cup of coffee. So while this was close to home, at the same time it was a new adventure for me.

LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION

I checked into the FABULOUS Crowne Plaza Hollywood Beach hotel for three days. It was the perfect place for relaxing and the location was GREAT. Not only was I SMACK on the beautiful intracoastal waterway and directly across from the beach, but I was close to friends and was within a quick hop of not only all that Hollywood, FL has to offer, but I was within a few minutes of both Fort Lauderdale AND Miami.

I hadn’t stayed in a Crowne Plaza in a while, so I’d forgotten just how nice they can be, and this one….well, you take a look and decide.

The Crowne Plaza Hollywood has ENORMOUS rooms

Not only was I going to sleep in a fabulous bed for two nights, but I could sit on my chaise and read a book, make myself a morning coffee & enjoy a snack with the “at home” amenities of a small kitchenette, and I adored having the vanity near natural light (better for putting on makeup).

THAT MY FRIENDS IS ONLY THE BEGINNING

Because outside of my fabulous room was a balcony with a view TDF.

Yes, that is an amazing pool, whirlpool & the intracoastal waterway.

Of course the pool and outside tiki bar was where I was headed before spending the evening with friends nearby.

Now, where should I sit?

BRING ON THE FOOD

Yes, I had plans for dinner with friends, but there’s no WAY that I’d go out before noon when my goal is R&R, so down to Elements Bistro I went for the PERFECT way to begin the day. Since I have a real difficulty with making decisions that early in the morning, I was grateful for TWO things.

  1. They brought over a FULL CARAFE of coffee
  2. The buffet had a bit of everything that I wanted – so, I could enjoy a bagel & cream cheese, fresh fruit, eggs, oatmeal, and much more.

The Crowne Plaza Hollywood Beach Hotel in Hollywood, Florida offers the relaxed ambiance of a tropical sanctuary and the contemporary comforts of a sophisticated resort. Enjoy the nearby beach or stick closer to the hotel for a relaxing day of sun beside our large infinity edge pool.

You can get in a great workout at the fitness center, treat yourself to a pampering in-room spa treatment, and count on the 24/7 business center for your work needs. Complimentary high-speed wireless internet service is provided throughout the hotel to keep you connected.

THE DEAL

This is a TOTALLY affordable staycation, vacation or even a spot to enjoy when you’re on a business trip. I checked the room rates just this morning and found them starting at under $120 per night. SCORE!!

ETC. 

  • Activity desk
  • Concierge desk
  • Elements Bistro, a full service restaurant in hotel
  • Breakfast buffet available
  • Room service (6am-12am)
  • Cool Beans – a Starbucks Coffee Shop
  • 24 Hour Business center (complimentary)
  • ATM/banking
  • Dry cleaning service available
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Front desk (24-hour)
  • Complimentary newspapers (M-F)
  • Guaranteed wake-up calls
  • Elements Bistro Lounge & Bar
  • Complimentary wireless internet access throughout hotel
  • Poolside Lava Tiki Bar & Grille
  • Limo or Town Car service available
  • Safe-deposit box (front desk)
  • In room safe (accommodates laptop)
  • Jacuzzi (hot tub)
  • Smoke-free guest rooms
  • Infinity edge outdoor swimming pool
  • Daily self parking
  • Daily valet parking
  • Property is accessible and is compliant with current ADA standards
  • Packages: Receiving & Storage
  • Beach Services

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Thank you to the Crowne Plaza Hollywood for hosting my staycation. All opinions are strictly my own.

Comments

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