Spring sales are being advertised in the local press. Samples of sales are: Marcel’s shoe store with a sale from 28 February to 18 March. This store has branches at Plaza Central, Naco, Diamond, El Conde, Hache Plaza (Santiago). Liz Claiborn has a 40% sale at its store near Plaza Central. LTU is advertising special fares to Germany, including a US$548 round trip to Dusseldorf for those departing 22 March to 15 April and returning before 29 April. Several furniture stores have sales, including Soni Arbaje that advertises 30% off at the Manuel de Js. Troncoso 8 store in Piantini. And Plaza Central is advertising its hall sale (Venta de Pasillos) from 28 February to 4 March. Those seeking clothes for small children, Tartine et Chocolate advertises a 30% at their Plaza Bolera store.