Getaway packages are popping up all over the state of Connecticut making quick escapes convenient, affordable and easy to plan. More than half a dozen gardens and historical attractions in the Greater Hartford region will participate in garden tours, demonstrations and activities. The main center piece of the weekend will be Elizabeth Park Rose Garden in Hartford, the third largest rose garden in the United States, which showcases 15,000 rose bushes and more than 900 varieties of award-winning roses. The Harriet Beecher Stowe Center in Hartford, which houses the famous author's Victorian cottage gardens, and a special exhibition of floral paintings by Ms. Stowe herself. More than 20 local hotels, motels and inns are offering Rose and Garden Weekend special rates and promotions.
Most events are free of charge.
For those looking for love on the greens, tee times can be scheduled at several public golf courses in the area including one right next to the Inn. Two complimentary movie tickets for the local theater or a complimentary video rental Breakfast for two the following morning All taxes and gratuities Offer is valid everyday now through May 1. November 1 package is valid Sunday through Thursday. The region's scenic New England charm and warm hospitality makes it a wonderful destination for rest and relaxation, plus offers a wide scope of activities. The museum houses more than 80 historic aircrafts that glide visitors down memory lane.