“Hot” Holiday Deals and Packages for Boxing Week and Beyond

Cross the border and visit New York State with these great boxing week deals and discounts


ROCHESTER, N.Y., Dec. 22, 2017 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Once the stockings have been emptied and the wrapping paper cleared away, you know that Boxing Week has officially arrived. Lace up your snow boots and cross the border this year – because Upstate New York has some hot winter deals waiting for you.   

Spend a night at the RIT Inn & Conference Center in Rochester, N.Y. this year. The hotel is offering a special Canadian rate for our neighbors to the north. For a limited time, all guests with a valid Canadian ID receive a special room rate of $94 per night.

Or head in a different direction and visit the Southern Finger Lakes, where you can get cozy at the Inn on Columbia in Ithaca, N.Y. with their special winter rates. Enjoy discount prices through Mar. 31. With in-room fireplaces and breakfast included, it’s the perfect retreat to while the winter winds away.

There’s something for everyone in Upstate New York this Boxing Week, and we’ve rounded up some of the best to help you plan your next adventure!

Packages (Available on Select Dates)

Discover Corning’s Gaffer District (Corning, NY)
Grab a friend or loved one and spend a night or two in Corning! American art, hot glass, museums, outlets, restaurants, specialty boutiques, wine and so much more are just footsteps away. This package includes overnight accommodations, breakfast for two, and tickets to the Corning Museum of Glass and the Rockwell Museum. As the snow is swirling, this package provides a perfect day of indoor fun.
Good Until: December 2018

Winter Getaway at the Hudson Manor Bed & Breakfast (Watkins Glen, NY)
Beat the winter cold with a weekend retreat in Watkins Glen. Use promo code "COUPLE2" for a winter getaway at Hudson Manor Bed & Breakfast, and save 20% on a cozy Finger Lakes retreat. Enjoy beautiful festive decorations while sipping warm drinks in front of the fireplace.
Good Until: January 31, 2018

The Perfect Getaway Package at Turning Stone Resort and Casino (Verona, NY)
After all of the holiday stress, you deserve a little rest and relaxation. With The Perfect Getaway Package at the Turning Stone Resort and Casino you can have it all – overnight accommodations, a 50-minute spa service, and plenty of entertainment opportunities right at your fingertips.
Good Until: April 30 (Monday-Thursdays only)

Packages (Ongoing)

Wine Enthusiast Package at the Woodcliff Hotel (Rochester, NY)
Relax and stay at the Woodcliff Hotel & Spa. With their Wine Enthusiast Package, you can enjoy overnight accommodations, a bottle of red or white wine in your room, a $75 credit towards Horizons Restaurant, and a wine tasting for two and transportation to/from Casa Larga Vineyards – one of the region’s premier wineries. Woodcliff always has packages available, so be sure to browse their site for the experience that best suits your style.

Couple’s Relaxation Get-Away at the Blue Heron Inn (Findley Lake, NY)
Is a weekend filled with pampering and relaxation just the ticket? Look no further - this package from the Blue Heron Inn includes a romantic dinner for two, 60-minute couple’s massage, wine service, and some sweet treats upon your arrival.

Strong Museum of Play Package at the Strathallan Hotel & Spa (Rochester, NY)
Unleash your inner child with this package at the Strathallan Hotel (and bring your kids along to enjoy the fun). You’ll get overnight accommodations, a sheet pizza and two-liter of soda delivered to your room, two tickets and transportation to the Strong National Museum of Play and a breakfast buffet for two.  Sounds like a perfect family getaway, to round out the holidays right.

Ghost Hunt Package at the Maxwell Creek Bed & Breakfast (Sodus, NY)
The Christmas season doesn’t really make you think of ghosts – but they don’t take a holiday. You can try something a little different this Boxing Week (and into the new year) when you experience the thrill and chill of a sudden whisper, a touch on the shoulder, or footsteps in the hallway. This package includes overnight accommodations, a guided hunt at the William Phelps General Store, tour of the Palmyra Historic Museum, complimentary breakfast, Lake Ontario Wine Trail passport, and Waterloo Premium Outlets VIP Voucher for discount coupons.

Pack your bags and plan your trip! More discounts and deals can be found online at www.crossbordershowcase.com.

Cross Border Showcase Program

The Cross Border Showcase travel program encourages and entices Canadian visitors to explore deeper into New York State. The program showcases a unique collection of attractions and experiences that are all comfortably within driving distance from the Canadian border – beginning in Western New York, Rochester and the Finger Lakes region to well into Central and Northern New York. The program’s partners include accommodations, shopping destinations, family and four-season recreational activities, communities and tourist-friendly businesses.  Many of the partners offer discounts for Canadian visitors. Current offers, information and destinations can be found at www.CrossBorderShowcase.com and by following the program’s Twitter or Facebook.

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