Holiday hotel help in L.A.: the new Hotel Wilshire

The SoCal scenario: the holidays are here and your relatives are about to be—where to put ‘em? Just in time, the newly opened Hotel Wilshire, set in the heart of the Miracle Mile on famous Wilshire Boulevard.

This is no shady motel to stick the ‘rents in. It’s a modern boutique hotel where luxury accommodations and attentive service are blended into an eco-friendly hotel. The hotel is minutes from Beverly Hills, West Hollywood, Hollywood, Century City and within easy access to exciting Los Angeles hotspots, entertainment venues, restaurants, fashion and shopping and LA's vibrant cultural scene.just minutes from The Grove.

Best of all: anewly available package gives you a 15% savings. You (and the parents) have never had it so good.

Details: The Grove Shopping Package, starting from $329.00 per night/double occupancy, includes stuff like a Beautiful Room or Suite, $100 The Grove Gift Card by American Express, Complimentary Overnight Valet Parking,Complimentary Valet Parking at The Grove,VIP bag filled with items from select The Grove retailers, Late checkout and more. The Hotel Wilshire features 74 Guestrooms and Suites, including a rooftop Penthouse Suite. For more information visit www.hotelwilshire.com, call toll free 855-419-9777 

SoCal's Spa for everyone

Want to take off (or prevent) some of those holiday pounds? Spas have evolved to include something for everyone. The Oaks at Ojai, one of the first value-based destination spas in the country, opened 35 years ago, is truly one of the only weight loss spas in the country today. Guests lose an average of 3.5 pounds per week. While some spas claim to promote weight loss, those that offer options like all you can eat buffets and alcohol with meals kinda defeats the weight-loss purpose! 

Details: Now through December 24, 2012: HALF PRICE ROOMMATES: Bring a friend for a 3 night stay (or longer) at The Oaks and they will receive a 50% discount for sharing your room.   Rates start at $199 per person/per night and include accommodations, three flavorful, calorie conscious spa cuisine meals, choice of 15 fitness classes and evening seminars. Visit www.oaksspa.com or call 800.753.OAKS (6257).