BEVERLY HILLS, Calif., Nov. 8 /PRNewswire/ -- Santa may be a bit stressed leading into the holidays, but Mrs. Claus is already celebrating the season and riding the Beverly Hills Trolley. The elfish paparazzi claim that she says it's better to give than to receive, but she seems to be having a whole lot of fun shopping, dining and even having the occasional aged spirit in the famous neighborhood.
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And she's not alone. Visitors and area residents are taking to Rodeo Drive, posing like stars for a complimentary caricature portrait on Beverly Drive and being dazzled by the crystal UNICEF snowflake glistening high above the Beverly Wilshire (where the hotel's hot chocolate bar is worth the trip!). Word also has it that the Tabletop S'mores for two at the Crescent Hotel are a good way to warm up to the season.
Catch up with Mrs. Claus (a.k.a. Ms. Kringle) - she's shared her own special list, which she's checked at least twice, of what's cool in Beverly Hills for the holidays:
-- "Dog-Gone Holiday" Package
Avalon Beverly Hills
Now this is something to bark about. Pampered pooches enjoy Beverly Hills style with the "Dog-Gone Holiday" package at the Avalon Beverly Hills. Starting at $525, it includes one-night's accommodation; a "Doggy Goody" Holiday Basket, complete with a dog bed, grooming products and treats; grooming services; and a choice of "Doggy Day Care" or a taste of Hollywood with "Dog Runner to the Stars" Drew Pokorny. Package available from Nov. 19 to Dec. 30, subject to availability. Reservations must be made at least seven days in advance. Tax, gratuity and parking not included. For more information or to make reservations, call (866) 891-0946 or visit http://www.avalonbeverlyhills.com/.
-- "Holiday in Beverly Hills" Package
Beverly Hills Hotel and Bungalows
Star power is in at the Beverly Hills Hotel and Bungalows, and it's time for your close-up (and check in). Now through Dec. 28, the legendary property is offering guests a "Holiday in Beverly Hills." The exclusive package includes superior guest room accommodations at only $335 per night (up to a seven night stay). For more information or to make a reservation, call (310) 276-2251 or visit http://www.beverlyhillshotel.com/.
-- "Holiday Wish List" Package
Luxe Hotel Rodeo Drive
The Luxe Hotel Rodeo Drive is featuring the "Holiday Wish List" package. Priced at $259 per night, guests enjoy deluxe room accommodations; a welcome glass of California wine or a warm cappuccino; Continental breakfast for two; two passes to the Paley Center for Media - make sure to stop by and see the jolly man in red; a complimentary book and 10% discount from Taschen Books; and complimentary gift wrapping at The Paper Source. The package is available through Jan. 15, 2008. For more information or to make reservations call (866) LUXE-411 or visit http://www.luxehotelrodeodrive.com/.
-- "Ride the Town" Package
Maison 140
Leave the sled at home. Zip around Beverly Hills in style as Maison 140 unveils the "Ride the Town" package, which includes one-night Mandarin Room accommodations; a bottle of wine upon arrival; two tickets for the Segway Celebrity Homes/Rodeo Drive Tour (including lessons on the Segway "Personal Transporter"); tickets for two on the Beverly Hills Trolley's famed city tour; breakfast for two; and overnight parking. The package starts at $420, and is subject to availability from Nov. 19 to Dec. 30. Tax and gratuities are not included. Reservations must be made at least seven days in advance. For more information or to make reservations call (866) 891-0945 or visit http://www.maison140beverlyhills.com/. Book now before Mrs. Claus zooms off for the season on a red Segway.
For more information about the holiday happenings in Beverly Hills visit http://www.lovebeverlyhills.org/.
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