Winter Getaways in Unforgettable Places

BUFFALO, N.Y., Jan. 21, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Now that we're in the midst of winter, many people are no doubt dreaming of visiting a luxury vacation destination that embodies the spirit of the season. From crackling fires to world-class skiing, snowshoeing to seasonal feasts, Delaware North Companies, one of the world's leading hospitality and food service providers, invites guests from around the world to experience its luxury winter vacation destinations and enjoy the season in all its glory.

In the United States, travelers can experience the ultimate winter getaway at Tenaya Lodge at Yosemite and The Ahwahnee. Surrounded by the High Sierra landscape of Yosemite National Park, both of these luxury vacation destinations feature spacious guest rooms and suites, soothing in-room amenities, exceptional onsite dining and an array of relaxing services, which may include heated swimming pools, lounges, bars and spa services.

With their landscapes blanketed in snow, these breathtaking destinations also provide convenient access to Badger Pass Ski Area, which features downhill and cross-country skiing, snowboarding, backcountry ski tours, snowshoeing and snow tubing.

For a different kind of winter getaway, Delaware North offers two warm-weather luxury vacation destinations: Heron Island and Lizard Island, which are both set along Australia's Great Barrier Reef. Featuring casually chic accommodations, onsite spas, inspired cuisine and some of the best diving available, these one-of-a-kind resorts set the stage for awe-inspiring vacations.

For information on all of Delaware North's luxury vacation destinations or to plan your next getaway, visit http://dncdestinations.com/Luxury-Vacation-Destinations.aspx.

About Delaware North Companies Parks & Resorts

Delaware North Companies is one of the world's leading hospitality and food service providers. Its family of companies includes Delaware North Companies Parks & Resorts, Delaware North Companies Gaming & Entertainment, Delaware North Companies Travel Hospitality Services, Delaware North Companies Sportservice, Delaware North Companies International and Delaware North Companies Boston, owner of TD Garden. Delaware North Companies is one of the largest privately held companies in the United States with revenues exceeding $2 billion annually and 50,000 associates serving half a billion customers in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Australia and New Zealand. For more information, visit www.DelawareNorth.com.

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