Monday, November 26, 2012

Let Planit Meetings solve your New Years Eve dilemmas


Four Seasons DC
Whether you want to spend New Years Eve in DC, Baltimore, NYC, SF, Charlotte, Miami or Chicago, alone, with your honey, or a bunch of friends, Planit Meetings can help you find what you’re looking for in a hotel-New Years Weekend celebration package! 

Looking for an in-town getaway, or a good deal at a resort close to your home? We’ll find what you think you want, at the rates you need. No charge for our services.

In DC, Planit Meetings friends receive discounts at several local restaurants and one party bus company. Hotel rates are comparatively low on winter weekends, even at the very best hotels,  so New Years Eve at most hotels sell out!

Many hotels have good New Years Eve packages, at great rates, that might include dinner, dancing, a party, with various amenities, like sparkling wine in hotel room. But what if you want a hotel room, and the kind of music or party at another location? Or you might have an idea what your significant other might like, but you don’t really know….How about Freddy Cole & the Dizzy Gillespie All Star Big Band at Kennedy Center's Terrace Theater, a walk along the Potomac, and a night at a nice hotel, nearby? Or a First Night celebration with your family, including the kids, in Old Town, and then hibernate at a hotel with an indoor pool?

We are here to figure it all out for you, keep your celebrating within budget and make plans for you that satisfy everyone in your party!

Email us your budget, the kind of hotels you like...boutique....rooms with balconies..., indoor good gym with indoor pool, restorative spa, quiet or lively...? Let us help you make the best plans for your New Years holiday!   susan@planitmeetings.com

Sunday, November 25, 2012

"New Year New You" Washington, DC In-Town Winter Getaway Package, custom-designed just for you!


Planit Meetings has created a “New Year New You” weekend in-town getaway package, just for you...to help you re-charge, re-connect, available weekends through January 14, 2013.

Your in-town getaway hotel will be your choice from four wonderful west end hotels... for up to 4 people. We love these hotels for their quality and spaciousness, and service....at Planit Meetings rates.

It can be an intown getaway for alone time, or with a significant other or a group of friends, for a PJ party like in college....

For your DC in-town getaway weekend, you may select from the following services brought right to you:

Personal training, designed to help you fix posture and gait. The trainer will create an at-your-desk work-out that's realistic;

Make-up lesson  and hair styling session from the best experts at Roche Salon;

Mani-pedi, massage therapy;

Work with life-coach 1 on 1 or have a group coaching session with your friends re: learning how to overcome obstacles so you can achieve goals you’re reaching for.

We will also arrange bicycle rental and create custom bike ride routes photo session, dinner, and more. If you're traveling with your dog(s), Planit Meetings will provide complimentary dog-walking services.

For prices and other info, email Planit Meetings: susan@planitmeetings.com

Monday, November 5, 2012

Stella Bonds Fashion Networking Event to Raise Funds for Sandy Relief Friday, November 16, Fitness Together Central Georgetown


UPDATE: 11/22: Planit Meetings, Fitness Together and Stella Bonds raised more than $500 in checks written to American Red Cross, earmarked for Sandy Relief at our event last week! Thanks to all who bought auction items and earrings re: Sandy relief funds!

Planit Meetings and Fitness Together in Georgetown are joining forces to host a fashion networking event, showcasing Columbian designer Stella Bonds, at Fitness Together's Central Georgetown location, Friday, November 16, 5:30 – 7:30.

Our (free) event will benefit Hurricane Sandy, with one of a kind earrings being 'sold' for your text message donation of $10 to the American Red Cross #90999 (lots of earrings, real stones, like amethyst, carnelian, pearls).

We will also be having a silent auction, that will include a man's shirt created by Stella Bonds, a training package contributed by Fitness Together, necklaces created by Susan at Planit Meetings, sports clothing and equipment,  a basket of vegan cosmetics and more. (For silent auction winning bids, we will accept checks made out to 'Red Cross, Sandy Relief' only.)

Location: Fitness Together Central Georgetown
                3222 N Street, NW
                Near the corner of Wisconsin and N, 
                by Martin’s Tavern and the Georgetown Inn
              
               On the 30 Metro Bus and Circulator routes

Parking: Georgetown Inn for paid parking, and metered and unmetered street parking.

Planit Meetings' fashionista friend Stella Bonds, from Bogota, Columbia,  has been creating clothing for women and men since she was 14, ...studied couture design in Spain and Latin America. We love her, because she creates vibrant designs.... eminently wearable couture that flatter every figure.  Stella's designs make us think of the Caribbean and Carnival, with all the joy and fun....Perfect for Inauguration parties....

Please join us for spirits and laughter, door prizes, silent auction to benefit Sandy relief….meet Stella Bonds, fashion designer...invite her to create a one-of-a-kind dress for you, or a shirt for your guy….bring your hotel and meetings (weddings, reunions, corporate meetings) questions, and fitness issues to us….  Peruse earrings created by Planit Meetings' Susan, for 'sale' for a donation to Sandy relief and plan to hang around a bit, before starting your weekend!

Hope to see you Friday, November 16, at Fitness Together, by Billy Martin's!

Planit Meetings and Fitness Together in Georgetown te invitan a nuestro evento sin costo de entrada que beneficiará a los damnificados del Huracán Sandy, con un par de  aretes (diseñados por Susan de Planit  Meetings) y  serán "vendidos" en una donación que se hará por un mensaje de texto de $ 10 a la Cruz Roja Americana # 90999

También vamos a tener una subasta silenciosa, que incluirá una camisa de hombre creada por  StellaBonds, un paquete de entrenamiento de Fitness Together, collares creados por Planit Meetings, ropa deportiva y mucho más. (Para las ofertas ganadoras en la subasta silenciosa, aceptaremos cheques a nombre solamente de "La Cruz Roja".)

Ubicación: Fitness Together in Georgetown
3222 N Street, NW
En la esquina de Wisconsin y N,
al lada de Martin Tavern y Georgetown Inn

Puede tomar el autobús # 30 del metro

Estacionamiento: El estacionamiento más cercano es el del hotel del Georgetown Inn o en la calle con uso de parquímetros

StellaBonds es amiga "fashionista" de Planit Meetings.  Ella crea ropa para hombres y mujeres desde los 14 años, estudió diseño de alta costura en España y América Latina. La amamos, porque ella crea diseños vibrantes, costura que halaga cada figura. Stella dice que se inspira en la elegancia y la feminidad de la mujer y le encanta utilizar colores brillantes para recordarnos la felicidad en que se debe vivir. Los diseños de Stella nos traen memorias del Caribe y del Carnaval, con mucha alegría y diversión....

Por favor, únase a nosotros en un espíritu de risas, premios y una subasta silenciosa que servirá de beneficio a los damnificados de Sandy.... Conozca a StellaBonds, diseñadora de moda... invítala a crear un vestido único en su estilo para ti, o una camisa para tu chico.... trae tus preguntas de  hotel y reuniones (bodas, reuniones, reuniones de empresa)  y temas de fitness y nosotros se las aclararemos.... ten presente el  pendiente diseñado por Susan de Planit Meetings, para la "venta" que será una donación para los damnificados de Sandy y planee  en compartir con nosotros y conocer nuevas personas antes de comenzar su fin de semana!

Nos vemos el viernes, 16 de noviembre en Fitness Together

Wednesday, October 31, 2012

Make a hotel reservation through Planit Meetings to help Sandy relief fund.

Planit Meetings is giving a portion of all commissions earned on hotel reservations, for one room for one night, or for groups for many nights, at hotels anywhere in the U.S., made with us through November 30, 2012. You need to mention this blog or Planit Meetings's tweet.

Planit Meetings is committed to helping all those in New Jersey and New York recover from Sandy. Please email us pictures and stories, and we'll post. We're rooting for all left homeless in New Jersey and New York.  We're a small company, but we are committed to doing all we can for all who have survived this catastrophic storm.

For further information, contact Kevin Elder, Planit Meetings principal, at 919-387-0057, kelder@planitmeetings.com, or Susan P. at susan@planitmeetings.com.

In December, we'll post the amount for Sandy relief. We are also open to suggestions, re: Sandy relief recipient.

 

Tuesday, October 30, 2012

Travelers Aid in Washington, DC



Planit Meetings is here for anyone stranded in the DC area, who needs affordable lodging.

This week, we have 'the big storm' room blocks at the Ritz Carlton Pentagon City, the Avenue Suites Hotel, L’Enfant Plaza Hotel, and the Georgetown Suites Hotel. See previous blog for descriptions and rates. Planit Meetings also has discounted rates at hotels all over the DC area, and we use our leverage to meet our clients' lodging requirements.

If you’re reading this, and in need, easiest to contact Kevin on his mobile 202-257-8330, or Susan at 202-315-8837

We’re in DC, and are on to the pulse of the city. Having endured storm power outages in the winter with small children and pets, on budgets, and being stranded away from home, we understand what you're going through. Our years of hotel expertise coupled with our experiences, help us better help you. We will get help you with your needs, and requirements.

Save the above numbers and feel free to call when you need lodging help!

Saturday, October 27, 2012

Affordable hotel room blocks in DC for Frankenstorm

Ritz Carlton Pentagon City pool
Planit Meetings has affordable room blocks at four wonderful DC hotels, for anyone stuck in our Frankenstorm.

In Virginia, the sumptuous Ritz Carlton Pentagon city has rooms for $149/night. At this fantastically low rate, now is a good time to try this luxurious four-plus star hotel.

Ritz Carlton Pentagon City
L'Enfant Plaza Hotel
The L'Enfant Plaza Hotel, near the Holocaust Museum, has standard rooms, one or two beds, fitness center, spacious common areas, restaurants, bars, and is pet-friendly. Rate is $129/night.

The Avenue Suites Hotel, also $129/night, is a pet-friendly, all-suites hotel, one bedroom, with one or two beds, sleep-sofa in the living room, full kitchen, and sleeps 6. Hotel is located at 25th and Pennsylvania.


Avenue Suites Hotel
The Georgetown Suites Hotel is located in the heart of Georgetown, one bedroom suites, full kitchen, sleeps up to 6 and includes buffet breakfast. Rate is $180/night.

To reserve a room, email both Kevin and Susan at: kelder@planitmeetings.com, or 919-387-0057, or mobile 202-257-8330 and susan@planitmeetings.com, mobile 202-315-8837.  

(Susan is in DC...Kevin is out of storm area, to better help our east coast friends.)

We also have negotiated rates at all major chains and boutique hotels. Hopefully, the storm won't be as bad as predicted, but if you need a hotel room to ride out the storm, in DC or anywhere, we are here to help you!

Tuesday, October 16, 2012

Planit Meetings travelers receive discounted rates at Kimpton hotels across the US



Cypress Hotel in Cupertino, CA
Because the Kimpton brand has been a longtime favorite of Planit Meetings, we are excited to be able to offer our individual travelers discounted rates at Kimpton hotels across the US.

Epic Hotel in Miami
If you're not familiar with the Kimptons...The Kimpton brand was founded in San Francisco in 1981 by Bill Kimpton, who was one of the originators of the boutique hotel concept. His idea was a collection of one-of-a-kind luxury hotels and restaurants, usually created from architecturally interesting  recycled buildings, with a theme unique to the hotel and location.  Currently, Kimptons are located in 16 states, including Washington, DC. With every hotel having its own identity, individuals can discover a Kimpton that suits their styles.

Ink 48 NYC
One reason that Planit Meetings loves Kimpton hotls is because of their EarthCare, environmental consciousness and social responsibility. Kimpton hotels are among the most reliably cleanest and most luxurious of any hotel brand. Further, the Kimptons honor diversity.

Other reasons we love the Kimpton brand:
Hosted evening wine hours, with opportunity to try local wines
In-room spa services
Grand Hotel in Minneapolis
The most comprehensive inventory of forgot-to-bring items like computer or mobile chargers, contact lens solution, available free or for a nominal fee, at hotel front desks, 24/7
Family-friendliness
The hosPETality program, that exemplifies the Kimpton philosophy of respect for all living creatures, they welcome pets of all sizes, weight, type, breed, and offer superior ecofriendly amenities to ensure that pet stays are easy.
For more information on Planit Meetings’ discounted rates at any Kimpton Hotel, or if you wish specific information on ay Kimpton, do not hesitate to contact us at Planit Meetings.