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Get immersed in Hallmark Channel Christmas at Texas hotel holiday suite

It's that time of year again, when the airwaves are flooded with that holiday staple known as the Hallmark Channel Christmas movie.

Legions of fans know the plots by heart. Big-city gal returns to her small town, finds love and saves Christmas. Or the family business. Or a lost kitten. Two colleagues who can't stand each other discover they have more in common than ever imagined and find love. And save Christmas. Or the family business. Or a lost kitten. Three generations of family at loggerheads re-connect after finding themselves stranded in a cozy cabin in the woods. And save Christmas. Or the family business. Or a lost kitten.

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Stay inside a Hallmark holiday movie.

Now, fans who love the genre for its uplifting messages and smiles-through-tears can experience the movies in a whole new way. The Hilton Americas-Houston is offering a limited-time Hallmark Channel “Countdown to Christmas” Holiday Suite by Hilton, available starting November 1 and running through January 1, 2024. The hotel is one of only three Hilton properties across the country to offer this one-of-a-kind festive dreamscape.

In H-Town, guests can book the Hilton Americas-Houston's "Haul Out the Holly" suite, which offers a cascade of seasonal cheer, and is based on the all-new, original Hallmark holiday movie of the same name. Look for jaw-dropping holiday designs and light treatments throughout the suite, including enchanting light pillows, a light-up holiday village that will dazzle the world’s biggest Christmas enthusiasts, a custom holiday light decorating station, a gingerbread bar, and more.

Expect special surprise-and-delight moments like a festive oversized game, a custom Hallmark Channel light-up marquee, and even a twinkling Christmas light ceiling. This exceptional stay will allow guests to embrace the essence of the sequel film, starring beloved Hallmark star Lacey Chabert and centering on the iconic residents and ongoing HOA decorating competitions – and infamous citations – of the ever-festive Evergreen Lane.

"We're thrilled to partner with Hallmark for a collaboration that embodies the joy of the holiday season and brings to life the light and warmth of hospitality we show our guests every day,” said Matt Schuyler, chief brand officer, Hilton in a press release announcing the initiative. “This is a great representation of Hilton’s commitment to delivering immersive and unforgettable experiences during every stay. Our collaboration with Hallmark allows us to leverage timeless storytelling to bring an added level of excitement during the holidays.”

The "Haul Out the Holly" suite, like its counterparts the “Hallmark’s Holiday Sweetest Suite” at the Hilton New York Times Square and the “Santa Summit” at the Hilton Chicago, includes a custom-decorated Christmas tree and complimentary hot cocoa station.

To keep the holiday cheer going all season long, each of these special guest suites also include Hallmark Channel-branded takeaways that guests can enjoy with their loved ones during or after their holiday stay. Think Hallmark Channel Wine, Bissinger’s cocoa mix and hot cocoa bombs, Republic of Tea products, wine glasses, mugs, and more.

Rates start at $1,050 per night. Reservations can be made online.

Airline News

Frontier Airlines throws quick 2-day sale out of DFW Airport

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The end of summer brings a wistfulness but it also brings a hot travel sale to DFW: Frontier Airlines is celebrating the end of summer with a limited-time sale on travel from Dallas-Fort Worth. Extremely limited-time: On August 20-21, DFW residents seeking cheap getaways can access fares as low as $38 roundtrip on select routes from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport in September.

Flyers must book their travel on FlyFrontier.com or the Frontier mobile app by 10:59 pm Dallas time on August 21.

Frontier is already pretty cheap with roundtrip fares such as DFW to Las Vegas starting at around $60. But this is even cheaper.

“We’re ending the summer with a bang in Dallas-Fort Worth by slashing fares and unlocking affordable travel to many exciting destinations,” said Jeff Werkheiser, senior director of brand and customer engagement, Frontier Airlines. “Now is the perfect time to plan a last-minute September getaway with Frontier and have some extra cash in your pocket to spend at your destination.”

Frontier Airlines doesn't generally offer much in the way of amenities but this is to be expected with a roundtrip flight for $40.

However they've introduced some changes to their customer service offerings, including UpFront Plus seating, an upgraded seating option with extra leg and elbow room in the first two rows of the aircraft. Customers in UpFront Plus enjoy a window or aisle seat with extra legroom and a guaranteed empty middle seat.

And in late 2025, Frontier will begin offering First Class seating.

Fare details: Tickets must be purchased by 11:59 pm Eastern time on Aug. 21, 2025. Sale fares are valid for nonstop travel on select days of the week, Sep. 2, 2025, through Sep. 30, 2025. 14-day advance purchase is required. Not all markets are available for all dates of travel. Round trip purchase is required. All travel rules will apply, including Frontier Airlines' Contract of Carriage.

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