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10 Ways to Wake Up in Philly from the Greater Philadelphia Tourism Marketing Corporation

PHILADELPHIA, Jan. 30 PRNewswire — With so much to do in Philadelphia at night, visitors will want to sleep over so they don't miss a thing. And with two exciting new exhibitions, Frida Kahlo and Star Wars (and two hotel packages to go along with them), there's even more to fit into a Philly trip. Fortunately, there are a number of hotel packages to choose from on gophila.com and beyond that are perfect for late nights and more fun. Here's a sampling of 10 great options:

Exhibition Trips: —Frida Kahlo — In honor of the Frida Kahlo exhibition at the Philadelphia Museum of Art, February 20-May 18, Philadelphia hotels are offering free, untimed VIP tickets to the show with reservations Hotels: More than 10 Other perks: VIP tickets guarantee admission to the museum any day, any time during museum hours. Book: http://www.philamuseum.org —Star Wars: Where Science Meets Imagination — Fans of Chewbacca, R2-D2, Yoda and Luke Skywalker can reserve this package, which includes a one night stay in a luxurious Center City hotel and two untimed, VIP tickets to Star Wars: Where Science Meets Imagination at The Franklin Institute, February 9-May 4. Hotels: Loews Philadelphia Hotel Other perks: Untimed VIP tickets guarantee admission to the museum any day, any time during museum hours. Book: http://www.loewshotels.com Romantic Rendezvous: —Romance Package at Rittenhouse 1715 — Couples can mix romance into a fun weekend getaway. This boutique hotel is conveniently located in the Rittenhouse neighborhood, just a short walk from some of the city's best restaurants and nightspots. Hotel: Rittenhouse 1715 Other perks: Champagne and the choice of chocolate-covered strawberries, cheese and cracker tray or fresh bouquet of flowers in room upon arrival Book: http://www.gophila.com —Valentine Package — For the month of February, guests and their Valentines can choose between two package options. The \"Candlelight In- Room Dining Experience\" includes the chef's signature desserts on a rose petal-covered tray served with sparkling wine. Or the romantic \"Valentine Morning Delight\" includes a full American breakfast served with rose petals and an elegant red rose. Hotel: Sofitel Philadelphia Other Perks: Free parking, late checkout of 4:00 p.m. and personalized concierge service with a welcome note upon arrival Book: http://www.accorhotels.com —Heart and Sole — Love birds will stay in one of the top three sleeping floors of a luxurious hotel. In addition to a romantic, four-course prix-fixe dinner at SoleFood restaurant, the package, available February 14-18, includes a bottle of champagne and one dozen roses. Hotel: Loews Philadelphia Hotel Other perks: Continental breakfast in the Concierge Lounge, a private library for reading or playing games and complimentary access to Breathe Spa and Fitness Center Book: http://www.loewshotels.com Crowd Pleasers: —Philly Overnight(R) Hotel Package — This popular package includes two nights at many different hotels, so visitors can find the place that's perfect for their trip. Hotels: More than 30 Other perks: Free parking, Philadelphia Privileges Coupon Book and Philly's More Fun(TM) teddy bear Book: http://www.gophila.com —Philly Like A Local — Travelers get the chance to act like locals with a late checkout at 3:00 p.m. and exclusive offers for shopping, dining and nightlife. Hotels: Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia, Park Hyatt at the Bellevue, Ritz-Carlton Philadelphia and Loews Philadelphia Hotel Other perks: eat.shop.philadelphia: The Indispensable Guide to Stylishly Unique, Locally Owned Eating and Shopping; uwishunu(TM) notebook to record Philly discoveries; and Crossing Broad, a compilation of Philadelphia music Book: http://www.gophila.com —Friday Night Sensory Experience — Guests start their Friday night off right with a classy wine and cheese reception at 5:00 p.m. Then, who knows? Hotel: The Westin Philadelphia Other perks: Complimentary valet parking Book: http://www.gophila.com —Philadelphia Freedom — This package is perfect for two people who want to get their history straight and their nightlife gay. Hotels: Conwell Inn at Temple University and Park Hyatt at the Bellevue Other perks: Continental breakfast and Gay-friendly Philadelphia Welcome Packet Book: http://www.gophila.com —Moonlight and Mimosas — Perfect to follow a late night, this package includes a Sunday brunch for two at Azalea restaurant and late checkout so guests can recuperate from their exciting evening on the town. Hotel: Omni Hotel at Independence Park Other perks: Complimentary valet parking Book: http://www.omnihotels.com

The Greater Philadelphia Tourism Marketing Corporation (GPTMC) makes Philadelphia and The Countryside(R) a premier destination through marketing and image building that increases business and promotes the region's vitality. For more information about travel to Philadelphia, visit www.gophila.com or call the Independence Visitor Center, located in Independence National Historical Park, at (800) 537-7676.

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