BETHESDA, Md., July 24, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- This three-day
weekend may be the last chance for travelers to soak up the summer
sun, but more importantly, it's also the ideal time to escape your
city and go explore a new one. From beaches and biking paths to
international getaways, there's a last summer hurrah for
everyone.
Across the Americas there are 15 locations in full end-of-summer
swing, offering hotel packages to complement destination activities
and events such as fireworks, parades and concerts.
Just outside of Atlanta,
Stone Mountain Park is Georgia's most visited attraction. This
Labor Day weekend, the park will host
a celebration featuring the Lasershow Spectacular in
Mountainvision® followed by an epic fireworks display on all three
nights. Stay inside of Stone Mountain Park at the Atlanta Evergreen
Marriott Conference Resort.
Austin is one of the
most vibrant U.S. destinations, home to delicious food and a
dynamic entertainment culture. The Music Capital of the World will
be switching things up this holiday weekend hosting the Out of
Bounds Comedy Festival. The JW Marriott Austin is located within
walking distance of many comedy show venues and home to one of
Austin's best rooftop pools.
Unleash your inner Gatsby this Labor
Day weekend in Boston at the historic Courtyard Boston
Downtown. This Jazz Age landmark
first opened in 1924 as a hotel for traveling entertainers, and
today provides central access to Beantown's many, diverse
attractions. Enjoy a baseball game at legendary Fenway Park, family-friendly programs on the USS
Constitution, an awe-inspiring Whale Watching cruise, or a relaxing
Swan boat ride in Boston's Public
Garden.
Guests at The Ballantyne, a Luxury Collection Hotel in
Charlotte will be in for an event-packed Labor Day weekend. To create the perfect
end-of-summer celebration, the hotel is hosting an array of
activities from a pool party and pig roast cookout to complimentary
yoga and evening dive-in movies. Travelers can stay active with
bikes, tennis, golf, and lawn games by the pool.
Jazz up your Labor Day Weekend
plans by traveling to Chicago,
Dallas or Detroit. The smooth sounds of Jazz
will fill the Windy City during the 39th Annual Chicago Jazz
Festival at Millennium Park. Music enthusiasts can relax and
recharge at the Residence Inn Chicago Downtown/Loop. In
Dallas, the First Annual
Riverfront Jazz Festival is located in Texas Horse Park. Over the
holiday weekend travelers can experience over 70 acts across
various music verticals including jazz, R&B, Soul, Blues, and
Neo-Soul. While there, make sure to check out the W Dallas where
you can lounge poolside, enjoy some bites and take in panoramic
views of the city. The largest free jazz festival is happening over
Labor Day Weekend in Detroit. Feel like a star with Detroit
Marriott at the Renaissance Center's VIP festival package. If
you're not into jazz make sure to check out the Art, Beats, &
Eats Festival, Michigan Renaissance Festival or explore the area's
beaches and parks.
Ohio in September?
Cleveland welcomes the
return of the city's largest outdoor event: Cleveland Labor Day Weekend Oktoberfest. Visitors can settle in at the new
Aloft Cleveland Downtown, which is close to a handful of local
breweries for those looking to stay downtown. Hop onto the Brew Bus
for an authentic tour of the top breweries in The Rock and Roll
Capital of the World. In Columbus, head to the Greek &
Soul Food Music Festivals, both take place over Labor Day weekend. Out-of-towners can also
explore the city's thriving downtown area with a stay at the newly
renovated Renaissance Columbus Downtown Hotel.
Head South to Louisville, Nashville or New Orleans for fun right off the bat this
holiday weekend at the Louisville Slugger Bat Museum and Factory.
For activities beyond the big bat, stop by the Flea Market
Labor Day Spectacular, WorldFest, or
the 10th Annual Car, Truck, and Bike Show. On the historic
Whiskey Row and blocks from NuLu, Aloft Louisville
Downtown provides easy access to the best of the city.
This Labor Day Weekend is double the
fun in Nashville. From the
Music City Hot Air Balloon Festival to the National Beard &
Mustache Championships, there is no shortage of family fun.
Accommodations at the recently redesigned Sheraton Grand Nashville
Downtown show off the property's $35
million renovations which include all-new guestrooms. To
conclude the weekend head to Nashville Shores for their fireworks
show. Celebrate the LGBT community in New Orleans over Labor Day weekend at the Annual Southern
Decadence Festival. This celebration of LGBT culture attracts over
160,000 participants from all over the world. The recently opened
Moxy New Orleans Downtown/French Quarter is the place to stay with
smart service and technology and contemporary style and flair to
match.
Say goodbye to summer with a trip to the nation's capital
Washington D.C. and a stay
at the Mayflower Hotel, Autograph Collection. Located in close
proximity to the city's top attractions, guests can channel their
inner historian with a trip to the National Museum of American
History, soak up the final moments in the summer sun with a ride on
the Tidal Basin Paddle Boats, or enjoy classic music at the
National Symphony Orchestra's Labor
Day Concert.
While some people are enjoying the weekend-long festivities in
the U.S., others may be wishing to travel somewhere outside the
country. For those looking to take advantage of the few extra days
off, fly to Brazil for a
warm-weather, immersive vacation. Though the country doesn't
celebrate Labor Day, their
Independence Day is the same week so
there will be events taking place across the country including,
Rio de Janeiro. Stay at the
JW Marriott Hotel Rio de Janeiro with easy access to cultural
attractions such as Centro Cultural Banco de Brasil, Theatro
Municipal and Museum of Modern Art.
It's not too late to wish Canada a happy 150th birthday with a trip to
Vancouver. In addition to
the celebratory events happening all year round, visitors can
relish in the city's seasonal offerings like boat cruises or
markets located downtown just steps from Element Vancouver
Metrotown.
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