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If you've got your heart set on a classic beach vacation this summer, you can't do much better than Waikiki. With its soft white sand, emerald water, and swaying palm trees, it's every beach fan's idea of paradise. Now it might be a little closer than you think, thanks to Starpicks. That's because the Sheraton Waikiki is one of this week's participating Starpicks properties, with last-minute rates of at least 20% off regular rates for stays during the next six weeks. This luxurious resort has it all, from gorgeous views and top-notch service to a half-mile of sun-blushed sand. Spend your day lying on the beach and splashing in the waves, and then come back to the resort for an afternoon swim in one of two freshwater pools (pictured). If you're feeling energetic, take a snorkeling lesson or an aerobics class, or else relax with a beverage at the poolside Sand Bar as the sun goes down. And if you feel like dancing the night away, come to the Sheraton's RumFire nightclub, Waikiki's only beachfront nightclub, where the drinks are delicious and the views go on forever. Of course, the Sheraton Waikiki is just one of dozens of Starpicks properties this week, so check the list to find the destination of your dreams.

To celebrate the reopening of its newly refurbished Sky Garden, the Sheraton Skyline Hotel & Conference Centre would like to buy you a drink. That's right, this stylish hotel near London's Heathrow Airport is currently offering guests who book online rates two drinks for the price of one in the Sky Bar, where you can escape the hustle and bustle and enjoy gorgeous poolside views in an atmosphere of tropical elegance. Vouchers will be given to guests at check-in, so you and a friend can celebrate your arrival in London with a pint of ale, a glass of wine, or, better yet, a proper English gin and tonic. Clink glasses and talk about all the great London attractions you'd like to visit. Located 1.3 miles from the airport, the Sheraton Skyline offers 350 large, comfortable rooms, a 24-hour fitness center, two restaurants, and all the latest amenities to ensure you're relaxed and rejuvenated, whether you're off to a big meeting or sightseeing with family and friends. So book a stay at the Sheraton Skyline and have a toast in its lovely atrium garden, a setting that's minutes from the action, yet miles from the chaos.

In the United Kingdom, tea is more than just a beverage, it's a ritual, steeped in tradition and beholden to customs and protocols that date back to the 17th century. There are few better places to partake in this refined English pastime than London's Park Lane Hotel, whose renowned afternoon tea service just garnered a 2009 Award for Excellence from the U.K. Tea Council. One of just nine winners this year, the Park Lane Hotel presents its tea service every afternoon in the stunning Palm Court Lounge, with its high ceiling, Art Deco styling, and atmosphere of timeless elegance. Guests can choose from five set teas, ranging from the Park Lane Afternoon Tea and Art Deco Afternoon Tea - which includes a glass of champagne - to the Chocolate Afternoon Tea, a must-try for fans of the sweet stuff. With a menu of 25 delightful teas to choose from, you're sure to find one that suits your palate, so order your favorite and then relax and enjoy the polished service and soothing sounds of the resident harpist. It doesn't get any more civilized than that. Tea is served from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. and reservations are recommended.

For forty years, the Sheraton Universal Hotel has been a landmark of Universal City, California, earning the nickname "Hotel of the Stars" for its location near Universal Studios and proximity to Melrose Avenue, Hollywood, and downtown Los Angeles. If you've ever thought of taking the family to Universal City for a few days of thrill rides and movie magic, here's a great opportunity. With the Sheraton Universal Family offer, families that book one room will receive the second room at 50% off. Rates start at $239 and include complimentary self parking and complimentary meals for kids 12 and under. The whole family will love Universal Studios, with its new Simpsons ride and its world famous Studio Tour that takes visitors through the back lots and soundstages where the blockbusters are brought to life. When the day is done, the Sheraton's signature restaurant, California's, offers a great place to discuss the day's adventures, while mom and dad might appreciate an after-dinner drink at In the Mix, a lobby lounge that specializes in martinis and other fine cocktails. To book the Sheraton Universal Family offer, click here or call 866-716-8130 and ask for rate plan FAMLYPKG. The offer is good through September 8, 2009.

Soft white sand. Turquoise waters. Languid palm trees swaying in the tropical breeze. No, we're not talking about some Caribbean or Hawaiian island, but rather the Mediterranean coast of Turkey, and if you've never had the pleasure of a beach vacation in Antalya, here's a perfect chance. The Sheraton Voyager Antalya Hotel, Resort & Spa is one of this week's participating Starpicks properties, with last-minute rates of at least 20% off regular rates for stays during the next six weeks. When it comes to seaside luxury, it's hard to top the Sheraton Voyager Antalya, which boasts just about every amenity you could dream of. From a pristine beach, a pampering spa facility, and a state-of-the-art fitness center to the largest outdoor pool in the area, it's an oasis of tranquility under the Mediterranean sun. So spend your days splashing in the water and catching some rays, and when it's time to dry off, head back to the resort for an evening of fine food and good times. With no fewer than nine restaurants and lounges, you're sure to find a dining experience that suits the moment, whether it's the casual atmosphere of Greens Sports Bar or the lively Maritime Restaurant, where Mediterranean cuisine and live music are always on the menu. An after-dinner walk through the resort's lovely botanical garden will have you vowing to return to this Turkish paradise soon. New Starpicks properties are posted every Tuesday, so check the list for the latest deals.