A giant gingerbread house, palace guards and a snowflake Christmas Package (Photos)

Going home for Christmas? For many Angelenos that means a trek back east, and probably New York where so many of us come from.

While it's lovely in Los Angeles during the holidays, there's no place like New York with the neon lights amped up by the giant Christmas trees in Rockefeller Plaza, ice skaters and a stellar package at the Palace Hotel--just a thought, but maybe you'd like to stay in a hotel rather than with the relatives. No brainer, right?

Well this deal's great for those of you with lots of Christmas spirit. It comes with palace guards, a snowflake princess, 30-foot Christmas tree, giant gingergread house, themed brunch and a 25% discount.

Valid from November 25 to December 24, the midtown luxury hotel is offering a winter wonderfland fantasty padckage on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays where guests are greeted bytwo statuesque Palace Guards who show them the oversized Christmas tree, pose for photos and answer questions about the hotel's holiday offerings. A Snowflake Princess then appears will at windows overlooking the Courtyard to the delight of children, offering special snowflake cookies at the weekend Holiday Fantasy Brunch.

Costumes for the Palace Guards and Snowflake Princess, The New York Palace were designed by Claudine DeSola, Creator of Caravan and Stylist Studio . Designer Danny Roberts, of Igor and Andre , designed the costumes for the Palace Guards and Lisa Puccio designed the costume for the Snowflake Princess. Claudine DeSola then took these designs and brought the holiday costumes to life. As an esteemed New York City designer, DeSola has designed dresses for celebrities and styled over 250 actors and musicians.

There's a special The Holiday Fantasy Brunch that will delight kids of all ages, with an la carte menu offered at restaurant Istana that includes Mrs. Claus' Macaroni & Cheese; the Palace Guard Burger; the Working Elves Cupcake Shop and more.

A Happy Holiday Hour for adults will be offered daily in The Palace's Lobby Lounge and two Michelin-starred restaurant GILT. Special seasonal cocktails like the Stocking Cap, the White Christmas Cocktail and the Cranberry Margarita on the Rocks will help keep the season bright.

An elegant three-foot Gingerbread House, masterfully created by The Palace's Pastry Chef Bill Leonard, will be on display in the hotel's Grand Lobby. The Gingerbread house will be designed in the style of a country estate outfitted with holiday scenery, including Christmas trees and a Chocolate Train. Classic candy will decorate the house, including Candy Canes and Gum drops.

The Palace's Holiday Fantasy Package starts at $499 and includes a luxury guest room accommodations; a $100 nightly Food & Beverage credit which can be used at Gilt, Istana or towards the Holiday Fantasy Brunch; a commemorative New York Palace Holiday Ornament; and an in-room children's welcome amenity. Upgrade options are also available.

To book this NYC hotel package or learn more about The New York Palace Holiday Fantasy, please visit www.newyorkpalace.com.

About The New York Palace

Located on the corner of 50th & Madison, across from St. Patrick's Cathedral and steps from Rockefeller CEnter, the 805 room, 88 suite hotel dishes out unparalleled splendor, spectacular views, sumptuous rooms and exquisite service. "The important to budget travel is to approach in advance. When it happens to family trips, globetrotting, well-deserved vacations and/or going to see new places we have never been before, the reality of cost and budgeting is often in the back of our mind. Organizing and spending our travel budget carefully is a main concern for most families. Reducing spending and fees, while still delighting your vacation to its fullest, is the key to guaranteed success and fiscal liability. Your pocketbook and family will thank you! The reasoning regarding economizing money while vacationing is simple: Even if your personal funds is extremely limited, you can still take a break and enjoy life! Simply put, life is just too short to never step out of the door or leaving the homestead! Also keeping in mind that while traveling, whether on a funds or not, even the smallest of things can all add op to a huge vacation or travel expenses!..". For reservations or information go to newyorkpalace.com or contact reservations at 1-800-NY-PALACE (1-800-697-2522).

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