The Park Plaza isn't just a hotel—it's a historic landmark. The opulent lobby would not look out of place on the Titanic (pre-iceberg, that is), and with 950 rooms across 15 floors, it rivals the ocean liner in size. Rooms range from tasteful if tiny singles to 2-bathroom family doubles, some with scenic park views. Amenities include fitness and business centers, a beauty salon, a pharmacy, valet parking ($36), airport transportation ($12), and several restaurants, the most notable of which is Todd English's Bonfire, and a bar (Whiskey Park). Doubles $169+; suites $229-4749. Prices fall slightly in autumn but rise for Commencement. Reservations taken up to a year in advance. The hotel is in an ideal location - short walks to Boston Common, Newbury Street and Boylston. This section contains information from Harvard Student Agencies' Unofficial Guide to Life at Harvard.

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Since opening its doors in 1997, Synergistics Personal Training Studio has been the leader in exercise education on Boston's Newbury street. Boston's most award winning facility, Helena Collins, the owner and creator of the Synergistics Fitness method™ has been in the field for over 26 years and has trained thousands of clients in the art of Macro-muscle Synergy™. From the beginner to the professional atlete, from 1x per month to 3x per week all are welcome.

The former Ritz-Carlton was sold to Taj in 2006; in 2005, this hotel's 1927 glamour was updated with modern technology. The elegant European decor still recreates a historic, genteel Boston, and the wide array of guest services will have you feeling like a proper Brahmin. In addition to conventional modern amenities, 24hr room service includes a technology butler (in case your laptop fails you at midnight) as well as a fireplace butler. There's no pool, but your bath butler will see to all your water-related desires. The Taj also boasts a new fitness center, limousine service, and three dining and drinking establishments innovatively named The Cafe, The Lounge and The Bar. Deluxe singles and doubles generally $375-595, suites range from $475 to $3000. This section contains information from Harvard Student Agencies' Unofficial Guide to Life at Harvard. Formerly The Ritz-Carlton, Boston, the hotel is located on the corner of Arlington and the always fashionable Newbury Street and offers visitors easy access to many of Boston's most popular sites. The Public Garden, Swan Boats, Boston Common, Hatch Shell, and many more are all within a short walk. Special room rates for the Boston Marathon available through Marathon Tours and Travel. Afternoon tea: served on Wednesday to Sunday at 2 pm and 4 pm sittings, and it's wise to make a booking. It is served on the first floor, so enter through the front door and take the grand spiral staircase up to the high-ceilinged lounge adorned with traditional artwork and bedecked with antique furniture. A harpist plays and the window seats look out over Newbury St below and the Gardens across Arlington St.

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The Boston Center for Adult Education (BCAE) is New England's oldest non-profit adult education center. Every year hundreds of courses are offered in categories like Creative Arts, Food and Wine, Performing Arts, Real Estate and Finance, Foreign Language, ESL, Professional Growth, Fitness, Humanities and more! Whether it's wine tasting or water polo, Thai cooking or tap dance, the BCAE has something for everyone. Browse courses and register online at www.bcae.org UPDATE: After 67 years at the Gamble Mansion, the BCAE is moving in 2009! Doors will open on the newly renovated location at 122 Arlington Street on March 2, 2009. Check the website [1]for ongoing details.

New England's only AAA 5-diamond hotel, the Four Seasons is nothing short of exquisite. The Four Seasons boasts spacious and beautifully decorated rooms, an indoor health club (complete with pool and massage rooms), free Town Car service (drop-off anywhere within 1 mi. of the hotel), and round-the-clock room service and concierge. The hotel accommodates all demanding guests, with kosher cuisine, kids' programs, and a pet menu. Off-season singles $525-775; doubles $565-815 (depending on the view); suites $1600-3250. Reservations accepted up to 1 year in advance. This section contains information from Harvard Student Agencies' Unofficial Guide to Life at Harvard. Young guests at the Four Seasons are treated to bedtime milk and cookies, video game units, child-sized robes, complimentary cribs, the special kids' room service menu, and no-tear shampoo - all available for the asking. Children under 18 can share their parents' room at no extra charge. Special room rates for the Boston Marathon available through Marathon Tours and Travel.

Not only are the Radisson's 356 rooms clean and attractive, but they all boast terraces with glorious views of the city, from an unassuming high-rise that borders Boston's Theatre District and Chinatown. Amenities include a restaurant, a small indoor pool, fitness club, sundeck, and adjustable beds ($10 extra). Downstairs, the 57 Theater hosts frequent performances. Rates fluctuate from $179 in the off-season to $329 Apr.-Sept. Commencement reservations ($250) start one year in advance, but don't sell out until May. Self-parking $28/night (free with stay), valet $30/night. This section contains information from Harvard Student Agencies' Unofficial Guide to Life at Harvard. Special room rates for the Boston Marathon® available through Marathon Tours and Travel. On Feb. 14th, join the ladies of Delta Sigma Theta for a Valentine's Day affair celebrating the Caribbean Carnival season.