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Simple Pleasures Off The Coast Of Times SquareWeekend Packages In Nassau County Are Nearby and Affordable

Nassau County, December 15th – Nassau County is fast becoming a destination of choice for people who don’t want to travel far, yet crave a memorable and affordable “change of scenery” to experience unique winter pleasures. With a wide array of accommodations, restaurants, cultural and recreational offerings, in addition to scenic and historical landmarks, The Island of Possibilities, is a wonderful place to unwind and partake in a simpler kind of winter ambiance.

There are Nassau County Winter Vacation Packages for families, sports fans, museum-goers, sightseers, and those who just want to enjoy a couple of days of pampering. Here are the latest offerings for you, or someone you know who needs a break:

- Family Weekend Wonderland – A one-bedroom, double-bed suite for two nights at The Inn At Fox Hollow in Woodbury. Check in Friday and enjoy a complimentary welcome basket and then gather around for an in-room movie. Arise to a hotel breakfast and then set off for Nassau County’s Museum Row. Join the Candlelight Evening activities at the Old Bethpage Village Restoration, a warm, peaceful, historic recreation of the holiday season (until 12/31/08). Return to the hotel for in-room dining service for four. Following your hotel breakfast on Sunday morning, take to the ice at the indoor Cantiague Park ice rink. For more information, call (516) 224-8183. Code GCWP. $665. Tax excluded.

- Gold Coast Getaway – Two nights at historic Glen Cove Mansion with an arrival amenity in your room. Enjoy breakfast each day and use a $50.00 dinner voucher at Pub 1910 or nearby Page One restaurant. Experience history first-hand with admission for two to Teddy Roosevelt’s Sagamore Hill estate, a National Historic site in scenic Oyster Bay. Cap off your relaxing winter escape with outdoor ice-skating at Christopher Morley Park. Includes admission and skate rental for two. For more information, call (516) 671-6400 or visit glencovemansion.com. Promo Code GOLD. $439. Tax and gratuity excluded.

- Hockey Without Hassle – 2 tickets to see the four-time Stanley Cup winning NY Islanders do battle at the Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum where you are always close to the action. Overnight accommodations on game night at the newly renovated and nearby Long Island Marriott in Uniondale (bring your bathing suit for the indoor pool!) Breakfast for two the next morning. For more information, call (800) 832-6255 or visit longislandmarriott.com. Promo Code: SPE. $299. Tax and gratuity excluded.

- Pamper Yourself – Two nights for two at the elegant Garden City Hotel, Garden City. Champagne and chocolate gift basket. Breakfast for two, Day One. Brunch for two, Day Two. Two in-room massages. Two manicures/pedicures. Wine service at the hotel’s Rein Bar and Bistro. $100 Gift Card at Americana Manhasset for shopping or lunch at Cipollini Trattoria & Bar or Toku Modern Asian Restaurant. Two admissions to the Nassau County Museum of Art. Indoor pool. For more information, call (877) 549-0400 or visit gardencityhotel.com. Promo Code GCH4C. $799. Tax and gratuity excluded.

Nassau County, The Island of Possibilities, is home to world-class shopping, restaurants, and museums as well as top-notch hotels, Gold Coast mansions, quaint villages and spectacular surfing, fishing and boating. There are many hiking trails, public gardens, bike paths and plenty of free and near-free events and attractions all year long. Nassau County has something for everyone and whether you come for the day or stay overnight, you will find Nassau County wonderfully accessible and affordable. For more information about Nassau County, The Island of Possibilities, visit: theislandnextdoor.com.