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The River Walk is one of San Antonio's most popular attractions (after the Alamo, of course), and it's not hard to figure out why. Not only is it a picturesque network of waterways lined with trendy shops, eateries, and bars, it's also a perfect place to escape the Texas heat, since it's located one story below street level. Never been to San Antonio? Here's your chance: the Westin Riverwalk, San Antonio 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 two weekends. This luxurious hotel is located right on the famous pedestrian thoroughfare, just steps from the hidden gardens and sidewalk cafes that make San Antonio one of the Lone Star State's most charming cities. Spend an afternoon taking in the sights and sounds, and then retire to the hotel to check out some of its charms. Get some exercise in the WestinWORKOUT fitness center, or indulge in a pampering spa service. And when evening falls on the city, visit the hotel's Zocca restaurant (pictured), with fine Italian cuisine and alfresco dining along the river. It's a uniquely Texan experience. New Starpicks properties are posted every Tuesday, so check the list for the latest deals.

At long last, summer has finally arrived, and if you're searching for destination ideas for your first getaway this season, may we recommend a jaunt up to Toronto? This vibrant metropolis on the shores of Lake Ontario is brimming with life during the warm weather months, with sidewalk cafes, urban parks, and scores of cultural events providing visitors with endless ways to while away the time. As it happens, the Westin Prince, Toronto 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 two weekends. Start your summer off with a bang with a visit to the Royal Ontario Museum - Canada's largest museum - or a trip up to the observation deck of the CN Tower, the highest completed tower in the world. Peruse the upscale shops at Hazelton Lanes, or laugh until your belly aches at a Second City performance, where the current and future stars of comedy and improv present their latest material. But do save some time to explore the hotel, which sits on 15 acres of magnificent parkland, with tennis courts, an outdoor pool (pictured), and wooded walking paths. When dinnertime rolls around, feast on continental cuisine at Seasons at the Prince restaurant, or enjoy Japanese specialties at the Katsura Restaurant, with special tapanyaki tables that add a theatrical element to the dining experience. Of course, the Westin Prince is just one of dozens of Starpicks properties this week, so check the list for the destination of your dreams.

The Children's Museum of Indianapolis is the largest museum of its kind in the world, and this summer it's hosting a blockbuster exhibition unlike anything the city has seen before. Tutankhamun: The Golden King and the Great Pharaohs will be on display from June 29 through October 31, 2009, and to celebrate the event, Starwood is offering special King Tut deals at its three Indianapolis hotels. The Sheraton Indianapolis Hotel & Suites has rates starting at $153 per night, including two adult tickets to the exhibit. Rates start at just $159 a night at the stylish Westin Indianapolis, including two adult tickets. If you'd like to stay at the Sheraton Indianapolis City Centre Hotel, which is less than ten minutes from the museum, you can enjoy rates starting at $179 per night as well as two adult and two children's tickets to the exhibit. With over 50 objects from the tomb of Tutankhamun and 80 ancient artifacts highlighting the many rulers of ancient Egypt, this is sure to be an exhibit you don't want to miss, so click here for more information or to book your stay.

The Napa Fresh Aire Festival (August 28-30; register here) is set to bring even more enlightening wellness for the spirit, the body, and the planet to a destination that already circulates much of that magic around town. With a large array of talks, keynote speeches, yoga styles, fitness classes, and outdoor activities planned, attendees have the vast freedom and pleasure to customize their day or weekend schedules according to their own interests (health, nutrition, food, mindfulness, the environment, and much more) and fitness ability levels. There will even be an evening concert with Laurence Juber, lead guitarist for Paul McCartney's Wings on Saturday, August 28.

Not only is the event conveniently located at The Westin Verasa, Napa, the hotel is also offering the Napa Fresh Aire Festival Package. Stay at The Westin Verasa, Napa from August 28 - 30, 2009 and enjoy rates from $719 for two night accommodations in a Deluxe room as well as a three-day Fresh Aire Pass, which includes admission to all keynote speakers and the Juber concert. As an added attraction, several wine tasting rooms and restaurants within walking distance of The Westin Verasa, Napa will be offering special discounts to Fresh Aire attendees as part of "A Taste of Napa." When's the last time you pampered your body and soul?