Last-minute travel deals
Fall mountain getaway; British Airways twofer; Hawaii mystery vacation
Fall mountain getaway
Through Oct. 31 the Homestead, Virginia’s premier hot springs resort in the Allegheny Mountains, is offering a Fall Savings package. Price of $225 per night per room, plus $52 in taxes and fees, includes breakfast buffet for two. Contact: Thehomestead.com
British Airways twofer
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British Airways is offering a free companion ticket for all full fares in first class, business class, premium economy, or full-fare economy. Must book before Dec. 31, 2008, for flights from Jan. 15 to Dec. 31, 2009. Contact: BA.com/eccompanion
Hawaii mystery vacation
Through Dec. 18, Destination Resorts Hawaii is offering a six-night “mystery” vacation for two. Guests stay at a company-picked apartment in the Wailea or Makena area. Price starts at $1,080, plus taxes and fees. Contact: Drhmaui.com
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