Festive holiday hotels; Last-minute cruise deals

USA TODAY TRAVEL: the latest, travel news, tips, deals and destination features. Having trouble viewing this email? | View it in your browser December 18 December 18     FOLLOW US      NEWS SPORTS LIFE MONEY TECH TRAVEL OPINION WEATHER USATODAY.COM   TRAVEL   hotels   Nine festive hotels for holiday stays     These hotels around the globe go above and beyond to spread the holiday spirit.     Read Story     experience           Grab one of these last-minute holiday cruise deals If you feel the need for a tropical break, snag one of these last-minute cruise deals.     destinations           Heartland Hotspots: In 'New Louisville,' weird works Local restaurateurs and storeowners are experiencing a tourism boost.     flights           Editor's picks: Your Take on aviation USA TODAY Travel editor Ben Abramson selects your best planespotting photos.   Advertisement   experience           Experience 'beervana' in Bend, Ore. Bend's 14 craft breweries and counting provide a tasty itinerary for tours and tastings.     flights           Airlines boosting premium cabin menus Airlines, such as United, are improving their menus to woo passengers who pay top dollar.     columnist           Traveler's Aide: Flier charged for unwanted upgrade US Airways' automatic rebooking system turned out to be a hassle rather than helpful.     flights           Delta CEO makes it clear: No voice calls on our flights The nation's third-biggest carrier says it doesn't matter if regulators move to allow it.     flights           New Delta routes to escalate turf war with Alaska Air? Delta adding two new routes from Seattle, including one to California and one to Alaska.     cruises           New cruise itinerary: Chicago to New Orleans Blount Small Ship Adventures' latest offering includes stops in six states.     The Day In Pictures Gallery Dr. Seuss characters coming to Carnival ships: The world's largest cruise line has partnered with Dr. Seuss Enterprises for new Seuss-themed family programming across its fleet. The Seuss at Sea program, as it's being called, will roll out over the n     Popular Stories At least 2 winners in $636M Mega Millions jackpot 'The Voice' declares Season 5 winner Obama sends message by naming Sochi Olympic delegation     SPONSORED LINKS   To forward this e-mail to a friend, click here You are currently subscribed to this newsletter with the address: hassan.raza.khan644.brightlight644@blogger.com. To UNSUBSCRIBE, please click here. Manage Subscriptions | Help | Advertise | Home Delivery Privacy Policy - Your California Privacy Rights © 2013 USA TODAY, a division of Gannett Co. Inc. 7950 Jones Branch Drive, McLean, VA 22108