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L U X U R Y I N C L U D E D® SANDALS GRANDE ANTIGUA RESORT & SPA Set on Dickenson Bay, this resort was made for people in love. Experience true Butler Service in the exotic Rondoval suites nestled in the lush gardens of the Caribbean Village, or indulge in the grandeur of the all-suite, all oceanview Mediterranean Village. Your Luxury IncludedTM vacation includes all meals, a choice of restaurants, premium brand drinks, land/watersports and more. See ad on page 32-33.
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THE WESTIN RESORT ARUBA This resort features 481 guestrooms and suites, each with a private balcony. The free-form pool and sparkling beach tempt, the water activities and exercise facilities appeal, the spa calms and the busy casino entices. Ask about Kids Retreat, and the all-inclusive plan. AAA Four Diamond.
OCCIDENTAL GRAND ARUBA Occidental Grand Aruba welcomes you to a new level of luxury. This luxury all-inclusive resort is nestled in the most magnificent beach in Aruba. Life’s simple luxuries abound. From our common areas, restaurants and lounges, down to our business facilities and rooms, you’ll feel a sense of sophisticated luxury that goes far beyond your expectations.
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THE ROYAL CLUB AT OCCIDENTAL GRAND ARUBA Situated on Aruba’s attractive Palm Beach, the resort includes live Las Vegas-style entertainment and a casino. With 50 rooms and suites, Royal Club guests enjoy private reception and check-in areas, concierge service, in-room dining, a private restaurant and bar, meeting rooms, internet kiosks, in-room high-speed, wireless internet access and preferred seating at all à la carte restaurants.
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Riu PALACE ARUBA Features 450 guestrooms split up into Junior Suites, Suites and Suites Jacuzzi. Not all room have walk-in closet. Add casino, 24 hour room service, restaurants include the new fusion cuisine restaurant “Krystal”. No tennis on site. Complimentary wireless Internet in conference room and lobby.
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DIVI ARUBA ALL-INCLUSIVE At the Divi Aruba, choose from eight dining options and seven bars, most with ocean views. All guestrooms are just steps from the sand and pools. Try the watersports or seaside fitness center. Take in live entertainment or a quick stroll to the Alhambra Casino. Stay at the Divi Aruba and also dine and play at the adjacent Tamarijn Aruba All-Inclusive.
TAMARIJN ARUBA ALL-INCLUSIVE At this Aruba hot spot, you can windsurf, sail, snorkel or scale a rock climbing wall. There are eight great dining choices, seven bars, live entertainment nightly and the nearby Alhambra Casino. Right on the water’s edge, all rooms are oceanfront with balconies or patios. Stay at the Tamarijn Aruba and also dine and play at the adjacent Divi Aruba All-Inclusive.
SANDALS ROYAL BAHAMIAN SPA RESORT & OFFSHORE ISLAND With Rolls Royce airport transfers and Sandals exclusive Butler Service in select suites, this award-winning resort is in a class of its own. Features include all meals, nine dining options, seven pools, premium brand drinks, a penthouse fitness center, land and watersports, full-service Red Lane® Spa*, plus an exotic offshore island with two private beaches. *Spa services additional. See ad on page 32-33.
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BREEZES BAHAMAS by SuperClubs The only SuperInclusive Resort in the Bahamas, with 391 guestrooms and suites set on the powder white sand of Cable Beach. Enjoy unlimited premium brand cocktails, sumptuous cuisine and nightly themed entertainment. Go sailing, windsurfing, kayaking and play tennis. A playground for everyone age 14 and over, where everything is included and no tipping is allowed.
SHERATON GRAND BAHAMA ISLAND, OUR LUCAYA RESORT Just steps away from a 7 1/2 acre white-sand beach lies this 475-room resort, a perfect retreat for families. Enjoy four pools, waterslides, waterfalls, 14 restaurants and lounges, spa and fitness center, golf, tennis, watersports, convention center and children’s camp.
THE WESTIN GRAND BAHAMA ISLAND, OUR LUCAYA RESORT This spectacular 536 room resort is set on 7.5 half acres of white sand beach. Along with the neighboring Sheraton, the complex offers four pools, 14 themed restaurants and lounges, two championship 18-hole golf courses, tennis, an abundance of watersports, a full service spa, fitness center, kid’s camp and much more. AAA Four Diamond.
RIU PARADISE ISLAND Located beachside just a short walk from the Atlantis Casino, this hotel is an oasis of fun and indulgence with a Bahamian flair. The resort offers unmatched service, gourmet cuisine, world-class activities, nightly entertainment and a beautiful full-service spa. Amenities include a pool with Jacuzzi, 24-hour all-inclusive snacks and beverages, four restaurants with five meal options, three bars, fitness center and watersports.
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ALMOND BEACH CLUB & SPA If you want to play all day or just relax on the beach, here is the best of both worlds. Featuring 161 recently renovated beautifully decorated air conditioned rooms with color TV, radio, hair dryer, balcony or patio, coffee and tea maker and iron and board. Amenities also include three pools, gift shop and exchange privileges at Almond Beach Village.
ALMOND BEACH VILLAGE Situated on the west coast of Barbados on a mile of beach, this resort offers 405 rooms with a balcony or patio, safe, telephone, color TV, radio, hair dryer, ceiling fan, iron and a tea/coffeemaker. The hotel has eight pools, three Jacuzzis, a kids club for newborns to teenagers and an adult section, plus exchange privileges at Almond Beach Club & Spa.
ALMOND C ASUARINA BEACH RESORT Grand Reopening 2007 Newly renovated on the South Coast, close to the Gap, this all-inclusive resort is set on 10 acres of lush tropical landscape extending to a beautiful stretch of soft coral sand. Enjoy three pools, watersports, spa and kid’s club.
SANDY BAY BEACH CLUB This newly refurbished all-inclusive resort is nestled in a tropical setting on the best beach on the south coast, where guests are within walking distance of shopping, restaurants and nightlife. Offering hotel rooms and fully equipped one-and two-bedroom suites, this fun, upbeat property is ideal for families, couples and friends traveling together.
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BITTER END YACHT CLUB Sailing excursions, snorkeling, diving, kiteboarding, fishing, kayaking, windsurfing, hiking, swimming and relaxing are all part of the vacation at the ultimate sailing and watersports resort on Virgin Gorda.Complimentary use of over 100 boats and other watercraft is included with most stays. Its 85 rooms include oceanview verandas, ceiling fans, hammocks or lounges. The hotel also offers spa services and kids programs.
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BEACH CLUB COLONY Enjoy a small but active Caribbean resort set under the palms in the middle of sensational Seven Mile Beach. A popular spot during the day, the resort offers a truly romantic setting by night. Non-motorized watersports are included and just about every activity is available. Fun for the whole family!
BREEZES CURAÇAO RESORT, SPA & C ASINO BY SUPERCLUBS This family friendly Breezes Resort comes to life on the beautiful island of Curaçao, with its own 1,500 feet of private white sandy beach and crystal clear waters. Enjoy all imaginable watersports, premium brand drinks and a variety of dining options. Like all Breezes resorts, everything is included in the price and tipping is not allowed.
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EXCELLENCE PUNTA C ANA At Excellence Punta Cana, you’re surrounded with all-inclusive luxury. This quaint, colonial-style resort is the ideal destination for couples seeking a secluded romantic getaway. It’s nestled among palms on a perfect white sand beach, along a remote stretch of Punta Cana’s Caribbean shoreline. Excellence Punta Cana provides the perfect playground for adults only.
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PARADISUS PALMA REAL This all-suite resort features 554 suites including 102 Royal Service Suites. Royal Service upgrades feature private check in and out, concierge and butler service, evening cocktails, private pool and pillow menu. Spend your days and nights as you like with three pools, four tennis courts, game room, daily and nightly entertainment and more.
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EDENH REAL ARENA This is a luxury resort where you’ll find spacious deluxe rooms with balconies and ocean views, bath-rooms with Jacuzzis and rain showers, and plasma TV’s in a new and modern design setting. High quality and variety define the food and beverages prepared by acclaimed chefs, which together with special environments in the restaurants will make you feel the difference. See ad on page 52.
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DREAMS PALM BEACH PUNTA C ANA Dreams Palm Beach is an idyllic location with gorgeous beaches, a majestic turquoise sea and the privileges of UnlimitedLuxury®. Guests enjoy amenity-filled luxury rooms and suites, eight international restaurants and seven bars and lounges. Kids can spend time at the Explorer’s Club and teens can chill out in the Core Zone, while parents relax poolside or at the spa.
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MELIÁ C ARIBE TROPICAL This family friendly resort is an excellent choice for families, golfers, couples and singles and it features over 1,000 suites, including 144 Royal Service Suites, Gabi Beach Club, 13 restaurants, ten bars, superb TM children’s facility Flintstones Land , a championship 27-hole golf course, a full range of activities for all, a pampering and luxurious spa and much more. See ad on page 41.
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H MOON PALACE CASINO, GOLF & SPA RESORT This new property offers luxurious accommodations and amenities. Each spacious guestroom provides a double Jacuzzi, flat-screen TV, liquor dispenser and more. Enjoy a grand casino, pools with swim up bars, non-motorized watersports, a kids club and fine dining at many restaurants. The spa offers rejuvenating treatments, and golfers can play at the18-hole Jack Nicklaus course. See ad on page 51.
PARADISUS PUNTA C ANA H MAJESTIC COLONIAL RESORT Paradisus Punta Cana Resort, PUNTA C ANA This brand new colonialstyle resort features 658 oversized where luxury is all included, is junior suites and suites, and rooms surrounded vibrant tropical gardens with Jacuzzis. Hotel amenities include and mangroves. It’s situated along nine bars, six restaurants, a disco, river Bavaro Beach with its fine sand, crystal-clear water and lush vegetation. shaped pool, daily and nightly enterExperience personalized service in the tainment, casino, watersports*, tennis, adults-only Royal Service and Family beach volleyball, gym, Modern Spa*, wedding facilities*, boutiques, superConcierge categories. Ask about the vised Kids Club castle with pool. all new Reserve section of the hotel. *Extra cost applies. See ad on page 52. See ad on page 44.
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BARCELÒ BAVARO PALACE The flagship of Barceló Hotels, find a truly all-encompassing, all-inclusive experience complete with extra large guestrooms, non-motorized watersports equipment, complimentary greens fees, a free form pool area, day and night activities, plus a superb selection of restaurants, bars, sporting facilities, golf and a casino. Stay at one, play at all. See ad on page 36.
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DREAMS PUNTA C ANA RESORT & SPA Secluded in a tropical paradise, Dreams Punta Cana Resort & Spa provides stunning ocean views and palm-studded beaches with flourishing vegetation. This UnlimitedLuxury® resort is an undiscovered treasure offering couples and couples with children an incredibly large pool – which flows from the lobby down to the beach, with waterfalls, a swim-up bar and venues throughout.
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PUNTA C ANA PRINCESS This cozy all-suites resort is for adults only. Guests stay at one and play at three of its sister properties. Pamper yourself with room service, butler service on the beach and free internet. Enjoy a unique selection of specialty restaurants and facilities that cater to the guest who wants something more then the typical all-inclusive.
RIU PALACE MACAO The alluring Riu Palace Macao is situated on a 16-mile long beach surrounded by lush gardens and vegetation. Presenting 356 deluxe guestrooms, including the soughtafter Jacuzzi suites, this hotel creates a unique atmosphere of romantic yet unpretentious elegance. Indulge yourself with superior dining and entertainment, or simply explore the vast array of services, activities, and pleasures throughout the RIU resort complex.
RIU PALACE PUNTA C ANA Resting directly on a spectacular white sand beach, this magnificent property presents 612 junior suites and suites, all with hydro-massage bathtubs and mini-bars and liquor dispensers. Continental breakfast, 24-hour room service and 24-hour all-inclusive snacks and beverages complement the array of restaurants and bars available with exchange privileges throughout the entire RIU resort complex.
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BARCELÒ BAVARO BEACH & C ARIBE Set on a long stretch of white sand and coconut groves on famed Bavaro Beach, this resort features tropically decorated guestrooms with garden or ocean views. Its facilities include reduced greens fees, nonmotorized watersports, tennis and day and evening entertainment. Exchange privileges with similar level Barceló properties available in Punta Cana. See ad on page 36.
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BARCELÒ BAVARO GOLF & C ASINO A great value! Perfect for friends and families. Guests enjoy vistas overlooking the golf course, and are just steps away from Bavaro’s famed beach. Exchange privileges with similar level Barceló properties in Punta Cana are available, which includes a total of 10 restaurants, 11 bars and much more. See ad on page 36.
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BAVARO PRINCESS ALL-SUITES RESORT Escape to a tropical paradise at this all-suite resort, nestled within 92 acres of lush gardens and natural rainforest. Feel your cares melt away on the ecological walking trail, at the white sand beach or in the full-service spa. Enjoy comfortable suites, fun mini-zoo, birdhouse and a wide variety of restaurants.
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IBEROSTAR BAVARO RESORT This resort offers a delightful variety of restaurants, expansive pool area, activities from volleyball and tennis to windsurfing and diving and Iberostar’s signature Lucy’s Mini Club offers supervised children’s activities. The star of the art spa offers a Jacuzzi, steam bath and a selection of massages and beauty treatments. Guests have access to neighboring Iberostar Punta Cana and Dominicana facilities.
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H RIU NAIBOA This resort features 362 guestrooms within the Riu Resort complex, near the Caribbean Street Promenade and a short stroll from a beautiful beach. Riu Naiboa offers a complete array of restaurants, bars and services, plus the facilities of two other sister properties. The wide variety of sporting and leisure activities, along with enjoyable nightlife, definitely displays Riu Naiboa’s impressive all-inclusive escape.
BARCELÓ PUNTA C ANA Perfect for families, couples and singles, this Resort has 792 rooms and a spectacular beach. Unwind and relax in beautiful rooms or let your spirits soar through the tropical gardens. Dive into a unique waterscape beneath the embracing Caribbean Sea or in our spectacular free-form pool. Feast in our gourmet restaurants or enjoy colorful nightly entertainment. See ad on page 36.
IBEROSTAR PUNTA C ANA This resort offers 346 elegant, spacious guestrooms and junior suites with a private bath and shower, A/C, ceiling fan, hairdryer, telephone, cable TV and mini-bar. Enjoy dinner at one of four specialty restaurants, and utilize the casino, fitness center and spa. The resort forms a complex with the adjacent Iberostar Dominicana, creating the opportunity for guests to use all facilities at both locations. See ad on page 38.
DREAMS LA ROMANA RESORT & SPA Located on the southeast coast of the Dominican Republic, Dreams La Romana boasts pristine beaches and lush tropical jungle. Unlimited-Luxury® for couples and couples with children includes elite rooms and suites with elegant appointments, gourmet dining and chic lounges serving premium beverages, a fun-filled Explorer’s Club for kids, spa, fitness center and nightlife.
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DOMINICUS Located on a gently sloping, beautiful beach, this resort blends harmoniously into the surrounding landscape. It features show-cooking and beachside restaurants, three pools, children’s pool, kids club, disco, spa, fitness room, aerobics, tennis, volleyball, watersports, diving initiation courses and nearby golf.
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All the personnel at Iberostar Costa Dorada are already waiting for you to enjoy the extraordinary world of Iberostar. Find specialty restaurants of many parts of the globe, with elegant or informal ambiences, and refined or simple drinks. Guests will have no shortage of things to do with the resort’s fully-equipped gym and spa, pools, shops, boutiques and nightclub. See ad on page 38.
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SUN VILLAGE RESORT & H BARCELÒ CAPELLA SPA, COFRESI BEACH Awaken your soul Surrounded by beautiful landscaped at this unique vacation paradise. tropical gardens, the Barceló Capella Relax, refresh and rejuvenate, is located adjacent to the worldcelebrating magic moments in the renowned Villa del Mar beach. Offering sun and sand. The resort offers five superb cuisine, comfortable rooms restaurants, seven palatial pools and and suites in a beautiful natural eight bars. As the official host resort setting, top-quality facilities such as to the marine adventure park Ocean bi-level pools, extensive watersports World, it will have you ready to reach and evening entertainment that beyond the ordinary to experience includes an oceanfront discotheque, the Caribbean as it always should and much more. See ad on page 36. be. See ad on page 49.
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SANDALS MONTEGO BAY Set on a large private white-sand beach, this resort boasts beautifully renovated rooms including the lavish new Bay Roc Villa Suites with Sandals exclusive Butler Service. Other resort amenities include five gourmet restaurants, four pools and a variety of land and watersports. Guests enjoy full exchange privileges including transfers to Sandals Inn and Sandals Royal Caribbean. See ads on pages 32-33.
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IBEROSTAR ROSE HALL SUITES Along exclusive Rose Hall Beach, Iberostar Rose Hall Suites is designed to fulfill your every need and exceed your every expectation from your spacious suite, attentive personnel and every imaginable activity and watersport. Enjoy exercise classes (aerobics, step aerobics, Yoga), surfing, parasailing, scuba diving and lessons, water polo, archery, dance lessons, daily activities and evening entertainment.
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BREEZES MONTEGO BAY SUPERCLUBS Located on both “MoBay’s Hip Strip” and on Doctor’s Cave Beach, just 10 minutes away from Montego Bay’s Sangster International airport, this resort is perfect for a quick Jamaican getaway. All of the resort’s 124 air-conditioned guestrooms and suites have been rejuvenated in the resort’s recent extreme makeover. Relax in the rooftop jacuzzi, enjoy a variety of land and water sports. Everything here is included and no tipping is allowed. BY
IBEROSTAR ROSE HALL BEACH Prepare to be pampered with a finely crafted blend of amenities, comfort and style. Iberostar Rose Hall Beach is designed to fulfill your every need and exceed your every expectation. Enjoy wind-surfing, kayaking, scuba diving and lessons, exercise classes (aerobics, step aerobics, Yoga), beach volleyball, air-rifle shooting, archery, dance lessons, daily activities and evening entertainment.
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SANDALS NEGRIL BEACH RESORT & SPA This legendary hideaway commands a long and beautiful stretch of Negril’s famous Seven Mile Beach. Guests have access to five restaurants, a fullservice Red Lane® spa and unlimited land and water-sports including scuba diving. The luxurious accommodations including the new River Suites, complete with 24-hour room service and personalized Butler Service, are what make Sandals Negril the ultimate beach resort. See ad on page 32-33.
BEACHES NEGRIL RESORT & SPA This resort offers unlimited meals and premium drinks, five restaurants, three pools, land and watersports and full service Red Lane® Spa*. Supervised Kids Camp with XBOX® Game Oasis Center, Caribbean Adventure with Sesame Street® and Pirates Island Water Park. Full exchange privileges include transfers to Beaches Sandy Bay. Butler Service available in select suites. *Spa services additional. See ad on page 28-29.
BEACHES SANDY BAY This resort features two freshwater pools, fitness center, unlimited meals, premium drinks, most rooms and suites overlooking the beach, Kid’s Camp with XBOX® Game Oasis Center,
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RESORT & SPA BY SUPERCLUBS Relax on a private beach that seems to go on forever. Dine on award-winning cuisine in gourmet restaurants, be pampered at the spa, enjoy every land and water sport or simply relax in this tropical paradise. Experience the priceless measure of excellence. For couples, singles and adult families 16 years and over. AAA Four Diamond.
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HEDONISM II BY SUPERCLUBS Life here centers around two private beaches; One nude. One not. It’s the ultimate guilty pleasure, only without the guilt. You can be as free as you want to be, depending on your mood. For quiet, slip off to a shaded hammock. Or shed your inhabitation, and join the party. A lush garden of pure pleasure, for singles and couples 18 years and older.
GRAND PINEAPPLE BEACH RESORTS Here the beautiful Caribbean Sea meets Jamaica’s most beautiful white sand beach. Accommodations are in charming Gardenside and Beachside rooms just steps away from the sea and watersports. Rooms are airconditioned and furnished with satellite color TV. Dining is by the sea at Orchid Terrace Restaurant. See ad on page 4.
RIU NEGRIL Riu Negril offers guests the top amenities they’ve come to expect from Riu Resorts. Located on a stunning stretch of beach, this resort is ideal for a relaxing and memorable vacation. Hotel amenities include 24-hour snacks and beverages, four restaurants with six meal options, five bars, fully-stocked mini-bars and liquor dispensers, two lighted tennis courts, a disco and children’s mini-club.
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RIU TROPICAL BAY This Victorian-style resort combines old charm, elegance and state-of-theart accommodations with Caribbean warmth and impeccable service. Guests enjoy a selection of lively entertainment and activities. Hotel amenities include 24-hour snacks and beverages, five restaurants with seven meal options, four bars, fully-stocked mini-bars and liquor dispensers, two lighted tennis courts, a Jacuzzi and disco.
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L U X U R Y I N C L U D E D® SANDALS DUNN’S RIVER VILLAGGIO GOLF RESORT & SPA Blending the elegance of the Italian Renaissance with the charm of the Caribbean, this resort features flawless service and worldclass amenities. Guests can enjoy gourmet dining, personalized Butler Service, a full service Red Lane® Spa, unlimited watersports, complimentary golf on site, 18 holes at Sandals Golf & Country Club plus exchange privileges at nearby Sandals Grande Ocho Rios. See ad on page 32-33.
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SANDALS GRANDE OCHO RIOS BEACH & VILLA RESORT With over 110 lush acres spanning from the mountain to the sea, this modern-day Garden of Eden will surely take your breath away. From championship golf and a renowned scuba program to gourmet dining at nine restaurants and a full-service Red Lane® Spa*, this beachfront resort offers something to tempt even the most demanding souls. *Spa services additional. See ad on page 32-33.
BEACHES BOSCOBEL RESORT & GOLF CLUB This family-friendly beach resort offers all the amenities Beaches is known for, including three pools, four restaurants, a Red Lane® Spa, a new water park complete with water slides, supervised kid’s camp activities, an XBOX® Game Oasis Center, complimentary golf for the whole family, clinics for kids and activities with Beaches’ exclusive Caribbean Adventure with Sesame Street®. See ad on page 28-29.
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ROYAL PLANTATION, OCHO RIOS, JAMAICA Located on two pristine, private beaches, each of Royal Plantation’s 74-suites enjoys a direct ocean view. All guests enjoy complimentary beach butler service, daily afternoon English tea and 24-hour in-room dining. Other amenities include a pool, three restaurants, watersports, tennis courts, 24-hour fitness center and world-class golf a Upton Golf & Country Club. AAA Four Diamond.
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RIU OCHO RIOS Enjoy the best of both worlds in this fabulous resort located on the beach, surrounded by rainforests and spectacular waterfalls. Unwind with outstanding international fine dining, pampering spa and Jacuzzis, or simply revel in the Caribbean sunshine while enjoying the everamusing variety of entertainment. Riu Ocho Rios fulfills all Caribbean desires in one hotel.
SANDCASTLES BEACH RESORT This imaginative complex has a stunning castle-like architecture, surrounding a large pool with cool water Jacuzzi and wading pool. Winding paths lead through gardens to nearby Turtle Beach, and walk to shops, restaurants and nightlife. It is perfect for singles, couples, families and small groups looking for an affordable beach vacation in a great location.
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GRAND LIDO BRACO RESORT & SPA BY SUPERCLUBS This is a luxurious seaside village set against crystal blue waters with all the charm of the Caribbean. Enjoy gourmet cuisine, premium cocktails, championship golf and watersports. Everything is included, and no tipping allowed. For couples, singles and adult families age 16 and over. AAA Four Diamond.
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BREEZES RUNAWAY RESORT & GOLF CLUB BY SUPERCLUBS Recently completing major renovations and an expansion, this Breezes resort offers active vacations, particularly for windsurfers, scuba divers and golfers at the resort’s 18-hole PGA championship golf course. The resort now features three pools, five restaurants, 264 guestrooms and the Blue Mahoe Spa, a full-service spa, the first of the new branded Spas for SuperClubs Resorts.
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HEDONISM III BY SUPERCLUBS Discover this oasis of pleasure for singles and couples 18 years and over – feeding the body, mind and soul with freedom and world-class fun. Accommodations are set on 15 acres of lush gardens, offering sumptuous cuisine and free-flowing cocktails, plus water and land sports. It’s a total escape for the truly active (and slightly wicked) vacation.
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FDR PEBBLES RESORT Pebbles is the perfect choice for a Jamaican family holiday, spiced with adventure. Guests enjoy junior suites, each with its own balcony, stretched along the beach. Hotel amenities include four restaurants, four bars, your own Vacation Nanny, extensive kids programs, a gigantic pool with 100-foot waterslide and swim-up bar, scuba, tennis, sailing, cricket and soccer clinics and free wireless. See ad on page 51. .
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STARFISH TRELAWNY RESORT & SPA, A SUPERCLUBS AFFILIATED RESORT Everything fun under the sun: unlimited food, drinks, entertainment, kid’s center, golf greens fees, watersports and best of all, no tipping is allowed. Relax on over three miles of beaches, the perfect setting for a sun-filled, fun-filled vacation for couples, singles and families with children of all ages.
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L U X U R Y I N C L U D E D® SANDALS WHITEHOUSE EUROPEAN VILLAGE & SPA Experience a whole new territory in the world of luxury allinclusive vacations. At this resort, with all oceanview rooms and suites and a Red Lane® Spa*, find an unspoiled paradise set within a 500-acre nature reserve. With a longest Jamaican beach, you are invited to explore the unforgettable. Butler Service available in select suites. *Spa services additional. See ad on page 32-33.
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COPAMARINA BEACH RESORT (Guanica) Your personal Caribbean paradise on Puerto Rico’s undiscovered coast, this 20-acre beautifully landscaped tropical resort fronts the clear blue Caribbean Sea. Historic, cultural and natural sightseeing abound in the area. Perfect for nature lovers, an 18,000-acre UNESCO reserve surrounds the resort. Member “World’s Most Romantic Hotels.”
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L U X U R Y I N C L U D E D® SANDALS GRANDE ST. LUCIAN SPA & BEACH RESORT Situated on a spectacular peninsula surrounded by the sea on both sides, this resort boasts incredible new Rondoval Suites, a full-service Red Lane® Spa, fitness center, tennis pavilion, seven restaurants and five pools – including a lagoon pool where guests can swim right up to their rooms. Butler Service and 24-hour room service are included in certain suite categories. See ad on page 32-33.
L U X U R Y I N C L U D E D® SANDALS HALCYON BEACH ST. LUCIA This intimate beach resort is nestled among lush tropical gardens. A Luxury Included™ resort, it is home to three gourmet restaurants, including the Pier Restaurant set out over the sea. Enjoy two pools, a fitness center, night club, unlimited land and watersports, unlimited premium brand drinks plus full exchange privileges at two neighboring Sandals Resorts. See ad on page 32-33.
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L U X U R Y I N C L U D E D® SANDALS REGENCY LA TOC GOLF RESORT & SPA IN ST. LUCIA Set amidst 210 lush acres on a half-mile crescent beach, this spectacular resort features a Red Lane® Spa and a 9-hole golf course directly on property. Other features include all meals at seven restaurants, premium brand drinks and unlimited watersports. Accommodations such as the luxurious Villas of Sunset Ocean Bluff feature breathtaking views, private pools and exclusive Butler Service. See ad on page 30-31
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ANSE CHASTANET RESORT Nestled amidst a 600-acre tropical estate with two soft sand beaches bordering on pristine coral reefs, is this romantic and spectacularly scenic hideaway. 49 designed rooms are scattered about a lush hillside or at beach level. Two restaurants/bars, full-service spa, scuba center, mountain bike facility, 42-foot yacht Serenity, daily guided hikes and shops.
ALMOND MORGAN BAY BEACH RESORT ST. LUCIA Newly renovated, this resort has striking views of pristine Choe Bay and the Caribbean Sea. Explore 22 acres of lush, tropical gardens and coconut palm-studded beach and 240 guest rooms with private terrace or balcony. Enjoy sumptuous restaurants and lively bars for elegant and casual dining. Health club, four pools, spa and golf greens fees included.
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BEACHES TURKS & C AICOS RESORT & SPA Set apart from the world on 12 miles of unspoiled beach, this resort is home to 11 specialty restaurants, a supervised kids camp, action-adventure water park and XBOX® game oasis. Enjoy fantastic scuba diving (complimentary for certified divers), play with Elmo and friends at the Caribbean Adventure with Sesame Street® or indulge in a treatment at the Red Lane® Spa. See ad on page 28-29.
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WYNDHAM SUGAR BAY RESORT & SPA Carved into a mountainside and surrounded by the natural beauty of St. Thomas, the newly-renovated Wyndham Sugar Bay Resort & Spa offers breathtaking views of the Caribbean Sea and neighboring islands. Unlimited amenities including a spa and fitness center, private beach, three freshwater pools and comprehensive schedule of daily activities.
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BOLONGO BAY BEACH CLUB This resort features 65 oceanview rooms on a 1,000-foot palm-lined beach. Complimentary non-motorized watersports and two popular restaurants are available. À la carte dining from seasonal menus is available seven days a week along with premium liquor at no extra charge, ever. Guests can enjoy two world class excursions aboard a 53-foot catamaran.
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ALMOND SMUGGLER’S COVE Discover the newly refurnished Almond Smugglers Cove Resort, a spacious village-style resort. It’s located on a 60-acre estate with lush tropical gardens, on a secluded bay with its own stretch of black and tan sand beach. The resort offers extensive facilities in an informal tropical setting, to providing singles, couples and families a high quality all-inclusive holiday in St. Lucia.
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FUN FACT: Because of Mexico’s great biodiversity, it is home to 1,060 of the world’s 8,500 known bird species. Birds have always been ever-present in Mexico’s culture, from Aztec bird-gods, to folk art, to the eagle on the modern Mexican flag.
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Gran Meliá Cancun This resort boasts 678 completely renovated rooms, six restaurants, four lounges and an abundance of water sports, daytime activities and stellar evening entertainment. A state-of-the-art health club and spa, a nine-hole golf course, along with the new Royal Service concierge club with unique privileges. Just minutes from the airport and downtown. All-Inclusive plan available. AAA Four Diamond. See ad on page 41.
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This adults-only resort offers an experience of sophisticated style, lavish personal attention and contemporary minimalist decor that creates an exceptional exotic ambiance. Flanked by the Nichupte Lagoon and the gorgeous Caribbean Sea, this resort offers 260 luxury suites with double Jacuzzis, and most with oceanviews. Enjoy three pools, upscale restaurants and lounges, 24hour room service, butler service and a world-class spa. See ad on page 48.
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BEACH PALACE The Beach Palace features deluxe accommodations, all with double Jacuzzis and first class amenities. The hotel features an outdoor pool facing the beach, two pools on the rooftop with bar service exclusively for adults and a kids club. Enjoy unlimited select tours and finedining restaurants. The new ultramodern spa offers a combination of ancient spa therapies with new techniques and know-how to deliver invigorating spa treatments.
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C ANCUN PALACE After a complete renovation, this resort has new facilities and guestrooms that speak of sophistication and modern design. It features deluxe accommodations, all with double Jacuzzis and balconies. An amphitheater offers evening entertainment and shows, and the new spa features exceptional services. A redesigned pool, four fine restaurants and a kids club complete the transformation in grand scale.
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OMNI CANCUN HOTEL & VILLAS Fully renovated guestrooms located on a wide palm-lined beachfront. 321 rooms, 29 suites and 21 luxury villas encompass lush tropical gardens and cascading pools and bubbling Jacuzzis. Enjoy entertaining restaurants, unique bars, full service Cybex gym and spa among true Mexican decor with friendly hospitality and renowned service.
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THE ROYAL C ANCUN This adults only property will dazzle guests with online check-in system, ocean-view suites, 7 restaurants, 7 bars, 24-hour All-Inclusive Club, 24-hour room service, and luxurious full-service SPAzul. Room amenities include Royal bed, plasma TV & DVD, Bose stereo & iPod, double Jacuzzi, and ocean view shower. With an uncompromising commitment to luxury, The Royal Cancun is revolutionizing Cancun’s landscape.
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SUN PALACE Located in the southern end of Cancun, Sun Palace is a couplesonly resort now featuring more guestrooms, all beautifully appointed with double Jacuzzis and new furniture. Couples will rejoice in a new spa facility with hydrotherapy area, and two interconnected pools offer a refreshing dip. Its specialty restaurants satisfy the most demanding palates with a variety of international cuisines.
GR SOLARIS DELUXE ALL-INCLUSIVE RESORT, MARINA & SPA Experience the upscale version of Solaris Resorts located a few steps away from Royal Solaris Cancun. Facing the white sandy beach with turquoise colors, GR Solaris Cancun offers 306 deluxe rooms, five restaurants, 10 different dinner cuisine styles each week, three bars, 24-hour room service, Very Important Kid Center, spa, and seven theme parties per week.
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Beachfront resort shaped as an ancient Mayan Pyramid, this resort is located on 32 acres of lush gardens and a 1/2 mile stretch of soft, white, sandy beach, offering a rich variety of recreational facilities such as 1/4 mile winding pool and ninehole golf course. Features include 15 restaurants and 15 bars including three swim-up bars and Up & Down Night Club. See ad on page 39.
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Beachfront resort located on a magnificent stretch of white sand beach. For your dining pleasure, this resort offers four restaurants and eight bars, providing international and Mexican specialties. Enjoy three swimming pools with waterfalls, two tennis courts, air-conditioned gym, watersports activity center and dive shop. See ad on page 39.
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& SPA This brand new spectacular resort is located at the best beach area of Cancun where golf, shopping and nightlife are all one step away. Featuring the most impressive ocean front suites and unique family rooms, great restaurant and bar selections, water park, excellent convention center facilities and an amazing spa. Adults can also enjoy sister Golden Parnassus Resort & Spa. See ad on page 46.
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LAS AMERICAS Located in the exclusive Punta Caracol, this hotel offers an exceptional level of comfort. Guests enjoy diversity of dining with a choice of six restaurants with eight meal options, two pools, children’s pool, five bars, a lively entertainment program and a lovely Spanish design that makes this an ideal vacation spot. Room service for continental breakfast and snacks from 7am 11pm. Fitnes center and spa.
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THE BELAIR COLLECTION Escape and unwind to the hippest hotel in Cancun. This 156-room boutique hotel is a place where you can enjoy all Cancun can offer: fun, adventure, serenity, great food, romance and more. The Bel Air Collection is the perfect hideaway for those who desire a great vacation with exquisite cuisine and whatever you wish from the bar in a casual, chic atmosphere.
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GOLDEN PARNASSUS RESORT & SPA This recently renovated beachfront adults-only resort overlooks the Caribbean Sea and offers 214 delightfully decorated rooms along with a terrific choice of restaurants, beautiful swimming pool, spa and indoor mini golf. Guests enjoy the facilities and amenities of the Great Parnassus Resort & Spa just a short ride away. See ad on page 45.
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GRAN C ARIBE REAL RESORT & SPA Situated in the hotel zone, this resort has a new lobby, lobby bar beach bar, restaurants, and best of all, a newly replenished sandy beach. With 453 junior suites, this hotel offers the discerning traveler a majestic yet comfortable setting. Enjoy daily activities, a world-class spa, five restaurants, and five bars. With a 24-hour All-Inclusive Club and 24-hour room service. See ad on page 42.
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RIU C ARIBE This beachfront resort blends the best of Cancun. Style, comfort, luxury and excitement combine with a beautiful beach and the shimmering blue waters of the Caribbean. Featuring 506 oceanview rooms and junior 17 suites, two pools, children’s mini club, four bars, five restaurants with six meal options. This resort offers unparalleled service and amenities to satisfy the most demanding guest.
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A beachfront resort on 32-acres of lush gardens and a 1/2 mile stretch of soft, white, sandy beach, this resort offers a rich variety of recreational facilities such as a 1/4 mile winding pool, nine-hole golf course, lighted tennis courts and gym. Select from eleven restaurants, ranging from Mexican specialty to five-star gourmet, and ten bars including three swim-up bars and nightclub. See ad on page 39.
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This pyramid-shaped 470- room beachfront hotel is in the heart of the hotel zone, just five minutes from downtown Cancun and an 18-hole golf course with shopping, dining and entertainment nearby. The resort offers six restaurants, a snack grill and six bars. Relax and enjoy the pool, fitness facility, spa and two lighted tennis courts. See ad on page 39. .
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This totally renovated beachfront resort offers 500 rooms, 24-hour food service and unlimited drinks in 8 restaurants and 6 bars including à la carte service. Enjoy 4 pools with swim up bar, non-motorized water sports, 7 theme parties a week, mini club with children’s activities, lighted tennis court and the best personalized service from Solaris staff.
BARCELÓ COSTA C ANCUN Situated in the heart of the hotel zone, this resort is close to shopping, restaurants, and nightlife. Popular for a romantic getaway as well as families this resort features 357 guestrooms and an adults only tower. Enjoy daily activities, nightly live entertainment, elegant spa,five restaurants, five bars and 24-hour room service. See ad on page 36.
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BARCELÓ TUCANCUN BEACH This newly remodeled resort is perfectly located for those looking to experience the best Cancun has to offer. Situated on a beautiful beachfront, this allinclusive resort offers a complete and continuous entertainment program for all ages. It is the ideal place to enjoy an endless amount of watersports, relaxing walks and interesting Cancun shopping. See ad on page 36.
BLUE BAY CLUB C ANCUN Set amidst a palette of varying shades of blue, the striking Spanish colonial architecture reigns over a paradise for those who love the water and all there is to do in it. An ideal resort for families, friends and groups, conveniently located 10 minutes from downtown on its own marina. Blue Bay lives up to its reputation for providing more than expected.
CROWN PARADISE CLUB This beachfront property in the hotel zone offers seven restaurants and six bars featuring à la carte dining. Enjoy five pools with swim-up bar, children’s activities featuring Cancun’s only water park, and new teen club, mini golf, wall climber, health spa, exchange privileges with Golden Crown Paradise Spa. Concierge floor available. See ad on page 43.
FLAMINGO C ANCUN RESORT & PLAZA One of Cancun’s most popular hotels, located directly on the Caribbean Sea, across the street from The Flamingo Plaza shopping center. A few minutes from restaurants, shopping malls and nightlife. This hotel has 220 rooms, two restaurants and bars— an excellent location to take advantage of all the activities available in Cancun.
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OASIS VIVA BEACH This modern 216 room hotel features all oceanfront guest rooms. Located in Cancun’s hotel zone, just steps away from shopping malls, dining, entertainment and vibrant nightlife. Here you’ll find five restaurants and five bars, a swimming pool, fully-equipped fitness center and two lighted tennis courts. See ad on page 39.
EL DORADO ROYALE RESORT & SPA BY KARISMA Mexico’s premier beachfront resort for couples, honeymooners and weddings, El Dorado Royale is luxuriously romantic, stretching along a secluded beach, offering indulgences from gourmet-inclusive cuisine, hot tubs and hammocks in every suite, to a full service spa. AAA Four Diamond.
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MOON PALACE GOLF RESORT & SPA This spectacular resort offers 2,103 luxurious rooms with double Jacuzzis, marble bathrooms and private balconies, many with cozy hammocks and views of the Caribbean. Guests can also stay at the Golf Suites overlooking the 27-hole Jack Nicklaus Signature course. Enjoy outdoor pools with swim-up bars, 12 international restaurants, a full service spa, a kids club, wedding services and unlimited select tours. See ad on page 30-31.
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DESIRE RESORT & SPA Imagine a place of freedom, where fantasies take form, a place to abandon inhibitions and truly be you. Imagine sharing that place with like-minded couples seeking a sensuous clothing-optional venue or an adventurous lifestyle experience. A unique couple-only adult resort, located on Cancun’s sexy Riviera Maya, unleashes your senses unlike any other place.
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EXCELLENCE RIVIERA C ANCUN The all-suite, all-adult resort is set along Mexico’s renowned Riviera, 15 minutes away from Cancun’s airport, on an immaculate white sand beach. Six meandering pools, eight restaurants to choose from, ten bars, an expansive swim-up bar, a full-scale fitness and cardio-conditioning center and an unparalleled range of activities on land and sea. See ad on page 37.
THE PARADISUS RIVIERA C ANCUN This jewel in the Meliá crown is the ultimate all-inclusive beach resort. Close to sights such as Xcaret, Akumal and charming Playa del Carmen, and near ancient Mayan archaeological sites.The resort offers Royal Service for adults only with all-day pampering butler’s assistance. Six dining venues and a Mini Club for children complete the vacation package. AAA Four Diamond.
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EXCELLENCE PLAYA MUJERES Excellence Playa Mujeres is a luxury adults-only resort nestled among seven swimming pools on a powdery white sand beach. It’s situated just 25 minutes north of Cancun, in a community that boasts an inland marina and a spectacular signature golf course. This jewel of Cancun offers spacious rooms and suites furnished in elegant contemporary decor, many with expansive rooftop terraces. See ad on page 37.
ROYAL HIDEAWAY PLAYACAR Set in front of white sandy beaches and turquoise blue seas, this all-inclusive vacation offers the tradition and flair of a British Colonial resort, and a high grade of sophistication, personalized service and comfort in a villa style setting. Enjoy spa facilities, library, cigar room, DVD library, nonmotorized watersports and more. AAA Five Diamond.
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KARISMA El Dorado Maroma, a Beachfront Resort, by Karisma is situated on the breathtaking white sands of Maroma beach. It’s ideal for guests seeking active relaxation in a luxurious environment with gourmet cuisine, infinity swim-up oceanfront suites and impeccable service. This property was built using traditional materials, with the philosophy of embracing the bounty of the nature and the local environment.
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OCCIDENTAL GRAND XCARET This magical resort is five minutes from Playa del Carmen and adjacent to the eco-archaeological Xcaret Park (free admission for one day). With its Mediterranean-style architecture and perfect location, this is a vacation paradise. The flowing rivers are a dreamlike setting for a wedding, honeymoon, or simply a relaxing vacation. Royal Club is available for those who desire extra pampering. See ad on page 40.
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EL DORADO SEASIDE SUITES BY KARISMA Named one of the top ten most romantic hotels in the world by Forbes. El Dorado Seaside Suites offers elegance for the carefree and relaxed. Spread along a white sand beach, this allsuite, adults-only resort blends luxurious services, amenities and creative gourmet-inclusive cuisine with a cool boutique hotel atmosphere, perfect for laid back rest and relaxation.
PLAYACAR PALACE Set in the Playacar resort complex in Playa del Carmen, this luxurious beachfront resort offers 209 deluxe accommodations - all with double Jacuzzis, 24-hour room service and oceanview balconies. Outside, a sparkling refreshing pool with swim-up bar overlooking a pristine beach awaits you. Enjoy excellent restaurants and bars, golf and spa services at the nearby Playacar Spa & Golf Club and unlimited tours. See ad on page 30-31.
RIU PALACE RIVIERA MAYA This spectacular hotel boasts 400 elegant junior suites with hydromassage bathtubs and all of RIU’s distinctive amenities, such as minibars and liquor dispensers. Enjoy the exquisite selection of a la carte restaurants and bars, along with room service, 24-hour all-inclusive snacks and beverages and the exchange privileges program with all sister properties within the Riu Resort complex.
ROYAL CLUB AT OCCIDENTAL XCARET Its elegant rooms and suites are tucked in an boutique-style setting. Enjoy private reception and check-in areas, in-room dining, a pool and whirlpool, preferred seating at all a la carte restaurants, spa services and in-room wireless internet.
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THE ROYAL PLAYA DEL C ARMEN Built in majestic, upscale Mexican architecture, this mostly oceanview, all suite, adults-0nly resort is perfectly located on a beautiful stretch of white sandy beach in the heart of Playa del Carmen with 432 spacious Junior, Master, and Presidential Suites. World-class European spa, five restaurants, five bars, 24-hour room service, tennis courts and two swimming pools.
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XPU-HA PALACE Blanketed by the lush jungle of the Riviera Maya, Xpu-Ha Palace offers guests bungalow style accommodations in spectacular natural surroundings. All 144 rooms feature double Jacuzzis, mini-bars, large balconies and 24-hour room service. Enjoy two restaurants and a beach bar, a kids club, a large outdoor pool with three distinctive sections for kids, teens and adults and unlimited select tours. See ad on page 30-31.
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the Barceló Maya Beach & Caribe and featuring two buffet restaurants, four a la carte restaurants, children’s facilities including a water park and activities for adults and children. Spa services are available. Stay at one, play at all Barcelós in Riviera Maya!
GRAND OASIS RIVIERA MAYA Intimate beachfront resort located on the powder sand beach of Akumal Bay offers peaceful surf and a coral reef, four pools, secluded expansive beach area, two tennis courts, an all-purpose sports court and water sports and dive center. For your dining pleasure, the resort offers seven restaurants and eight bars. See ad on page 39.
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IBEROSTAR PARAISO MAYA This is an all-suite hotel that creates the ambiance of a small inn with all the modern amenities and luxuries of a large resort. There are three private swimming pools with hammocks, plus a wave pool, lazy river, activity pool and adult’s pool. Other amenities include an 18-hole golf course, seven restaurants, health club and spa, wedding chapel and PADI dive center. See ad on page 38.
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BARCELÓ MAYA BEACH On the Riviera Maya’s most beautiful stretch of beach. This resort offers two buffet restaurants, four à la carte restaurants, children’s facilities including a water park, activities for adults and children, three swimming pools and spa services onsite for a surcharge. Children enjoy supervised fun and games at the kids club. Stay at one, play at all Barcelós in Riviera Maya! See ad on page 36.
GRAN PORTO REAL, PLAYA DEL C ARMEN This elegant beachfront resort, built in classic Mexican hacienda style, enjoys the best location in Playa del Carmen – between a gorgeous beach and Playa del Carmen’s famous 5th Avenue. With a world-class spa, seven restaurants, six bars, 24-hour All Inclusive Club, 24-hour room service, and the Ohi Kids Club, guests will have a hard time catching their return flights.
IBEROSTAR PARAISO BEACH All the personnel at this romantic hotel are already waiting for you enjoy the extraordinary world of Iberostar. Accommodations include 388 guestrooms and junior suites, each with one king size bed or two double beds. Each room also has either a balcony or terrace, and the junior suites include a living area. Enjoy watersports, a kids mini-club, 18-holes of golf and more. See ad on page 38.
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ALLEGRO PLAYACAR A kaleidoscope of colors describes the setting at this 300-room resort that is a celebration of liveliness with pools, fitness, kid’s club, watersports and more. This vacationer’s dream is minutes away from a Robert Von Hagge-designed golf course. A variety of excursions are available, and for divers, the resort is a short 35-minute ferry ride to Cozumel.
COZUMEL PALACE In the heart of Cozumel on the beautiful Caribbean Sea and the world-famous Palancar Reef, this resort lies within walking distance of the main plaza of San Miguel. Cozumel Palace offers 176 junior suites with Mediterranean architecture, all with double Jacuzzis and breathtaking oceanviews. Enjoy four restaurants, swimming pools, 24-hour room service, a kids club and unlimited select tours. See ad on page 30-31.
OCCIDENTAL GRAND COZUMEL Located on one of Cozumel’s most beautiful beaches, this resort offers 252 beautifully appointed rooms (including 32 Club Rooms), six restaurants, four bars, two pools, two tennis courts, spa with gym and kid’s club. Experience a variety of activities, sports and entertainment. Great choice for scuba, close to the famous Palancar reef. You’re sure to have an incredible vacation. See ad on page 40.
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MELIÁ COZUMEL This resort is truly one of the most impressive all-inclusive hideaways in Mexico and is located just three miles from San Miguel, Cozumel’s main shopping area. Renowned for its warm hospitality and its Jack Nicklaus 18-hole golf course, the hotel houses 147 rooms, Junior Suites and Paradise Suites with ocean and garden views. An array of dining options is available, as well as daily and nightly entertainment and Flintstones Land™ for children ages 4-12 years. See ad on page 41.
ALLEGRO COZUMEL Situated on the southwest part of the island with Palancar Reef only five minutes away by boat on the magnificent San Francisco Beach, the onsite dive shop makes snorkeling and diving easy. The hotel has 294 rooms, four of which are equipped for handicapped access. Wedding and honeymoon programs available.
EL COZUMELEÑO BEACH RESORT Located on a powder white beach on the northern coast, at this resort you can find romance, excitement or relaxation. This 252-room resort offers some of the most spectacular swimming pools in Isla Cozumel. Enjoy premium beach side cocktails on the perfect chaise, snorkeling or scuba lessons, tennis and much more.
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IBEROSTAR COZUMEL All the personnel at this romantic hotel are already waiting for you enjoy the extraordinary world of Iberostar. Find specialty restaurants from many parts of the globe with elegant or informal ambiences, refined, imported or simple drinks. The expansive grounds include a uniquely-designed pool, a children’s pool, terrace and pool bar. There is also a children’s playground. See ad on page 38.
BARCELÓ HUATULCO Situated on Tangolunda Bay, the beachfront Barceló Huatulco overlooks beautiful vistas and offers a wide range of services and facilities including three restaurants, four bars, four tennis courts, a fitness center and two large swimming pools with a swimup bar surrounded by palm trees. It is the ideal choice for couples, families, diving enthusiasts and golfers. See ad on page 36.
BARCELÓ IXTAPA BEACH
This all-inclusive resort is located on the idyllic El Palmar beach and is just four miles from Zihuatanejo. It offers a superb array of food and beverage options in addition to an 18-hole golf course, three tennis courts, a children’s club and a staff-led activities program for adults and children. Facilities also include an onsite dive shop, fitness center, beachfront massages and babysitting. See ad on page 36.
MELIÁ AZUL IXTAPA
The jewel of the Mexican Pacific, this resort is a true paradise for the entire family. Many guestrooms enjoy fantastic ocean views. This hotel offers an array of activities from entertainment, nightly shows, lounge and disco, Flintstones Land™ kids program, fitness center, two tennis courts, two paddle tennis courts, Spa by The Sea and Zihuatlan Prehispanic Park. See ad on page 41.
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PARK ROYAL IXTAPA Park Royal Ixtapa is situated on Playa El Palmar, a secluded beach that invites you to enjoy a magical sunset. Combining the Mexican Riviera’s world-class pampering, service and attention to detail, the Park Royal Ixtapa offers a relaxing retreat for the discriminating traveler. It caters to families and groups, and is the perfect place to spend a most pleasant and unforgettable vacation.
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RIU PALACE C ABO SAN LUCAS This resort is expansive, stretching down the Sea of Cortez and boasting lush gardens and grand public spaces. It features 642 lavish junior suites, five themed restaurants, two infinity pools, a children’s pool, Jacuzzi, five bars, continental breakfast room service, 24-hour all-inclusive snacks and beverages, revolutionary spa, beauty salon, fitness center and tennis courts. Swimmable Beaches
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RIU SANTE FE This brand-new beachfront resort is located just two miles from Cabo San Lucas. Each of the 902 deluxe guestrooms includes a private terrace, fully stocked mini-bar and liquor dispenser, and the suites include a living room and hydromassage tub. Guests enjoy the five restaurants, two pools, with adjoining Jacuzzi, childrens pool, 24-hour allinclusive, 7 bars including 3 swim-up bar, children’s mini-club, spa, fitness center, tennis, disco, nearby golf, horseback riding and complimentary internet in conference room.
CROWNE PLAZA LOS C ABOS BEACH RESORT This resort offers 300 beautifully decorated rooms and suites offering ocean views, five restaurants, buffet and a la carte dining, four bars, five swimming pools, great beach, Mini & Juniors Club, gym and room service.
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This all-inclusive resort offers exquisite buffet and à la-carte options, weekly theme parties, 302 spacious guest rooms and suites with private balcony and the best views of the Sea of Cortez. Daily fun-filled activities program for all ages, including the zip line ride and climbing wall, professionally assisted kid’s club, two tennis courts, gym, oceanview whirlpool and free daily shuttle service to Cabo San Lucas. See ad on page 41.
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RESORT & SPA LOS C ABOS This beachfront resort and spa offers 389 beautifully appointed rooms with terrace or balcony. Inspired by the traditional Mexican hacienda architecture, it is a 10 minute walk to downtown. Offering five restaurants, including buffet and à la carte services, kid’s and junior club with a mini water park, nightly shows and full activities program for all ages.
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LOS C ABOS On the sun-kissed Los Cabos, Mexico, this beachfront resort offers stylish accommodations and exciting activities within a private, clothing-optional paradise. Freedom and pleasure will be framed by sandy beaches. The hottest choice for a perfect romantic couples-only getaway.
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BARCELÓ KARMINA PALACE This resort offers luxurious, suites overlooking Buena Esperanza Bay, the pier of Manzanillo and the golf course. Relax with miles of beach, a calm swimming cove, a complex of eight pools with cascading waterfalls, fountains and a long waterslide, spa and children’s activities. Enjoy all meals, snacks, beverages, day and nightly shows and the Carioca nightclub, as part of the all-inclusive plan. AAA Four Diamond. See ad on page 36.
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C ASA VELAS HOTEL BOUTIQUE This luxurious adultonly hotel enjoys a privileged position, and is well known for its secluded location and sense of intimacy. Visitors appreciate the high standard of personal service, as well as the welcoming atmosphere that emanates from every corner. Traditional Mexican-style textures and colors enhance the interiors that make it a perfect choice for a relaxing, refined vacation. AAA Four Diamond. See ad on page 50.
BARCELÓ LA JOLLA DE MISMALOYA The luxurious Barceló La Jolla de Mismaloya offers a truly all-inclusive vacation. This resort offers one- and two-bedroom suites with ceiling fans, two free-form pools, family spa tub, swim-up bar, children’s club, children’s pool and water slide. Guests enjoy a full allinclusive resort with many dining options, activities and entertainment for all ages. See ad on page 36.
MELIÁ PUERTO VALLARTA Meliá Puerto Vallarta is an allinclusive luxury oceanfront beach resort, located in the exclusive Marina Vallarta just minutes from the airport. At this couples and family paradise you can enjoy a variety of restaurants and daily activities for adults and children. Kids, from toddlers to teens, enjoy Flintstones LandTM, Baby Rock Club, Bamm Bamm ClubTM, Cool Club and Rock Adventure. See ad on page 41.
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VALLARTA PALACE This magnificent resort is situated on the beautiful beach of Bahia de Banderas in Nuevo Vallarta, between the mountains and the Pacific Ocean. It offers 348 Superior Deluxe rooms, all with double Jacuzzis and spectacular oceanviews. Enjoy exquisite rest-aurants and bars, large swimming pools, 7-hole pitch & putt golf, a kids club, wedding services and unlimited select tours. See ad on page 30-31.
Swimmable Beaches
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VELAS VALLARTA SUITE
Velas Vallarta is located directly on the beach of beautiful Banderas. This lush 10-acre site is within walking distance of a modern marina and a world-class 18-hole golf course. The grounds are a wonderful blend of tropical flora, crystal clear pools and tranquil natural botanicals. The resort is close to all the nightlife, restaurants and attractions of Puerto Vallarta. See ad on page 50.
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Surrounded by tranquil waters and lush vegetation, Allegro Nuevo Vallarta is the perfect setting for fun-filled days and romantic sunsets. Located on the Bahia de Banderas, the largest stretch of beach in Puerto Vallarta. Non-motorized watersports available.
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CLUB PUERTO VALLARTA The most comprehensive all-inclusive resort for families on the hotel strip. A wonderland where kids get their own vacations with supervised activities at the aquapark, Baby Paradise Club, kid’s disco and playground area. Exciting activities for teenagers, and spectacular nightly stage shows. A fun family escape!
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PUERTO VALLARTA This hotel features 214 beautifully appointed oceanview rooms and suites in an intimate atmosphere. Tempt your palate in any of our three à la carte restaurants or simply try the 24-hour room service. Sample a frosty drink by the pool while basking in the warmth of the brilliant Mexican sun.
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SAMBA VALLARTA BY PUEBLO BONITO 180 over-size rooms nestled along a secluded 12-mile stretch of one of Bahia de Banderas’ most picturesque beaches, the haciendastyle architecture among coconut trees, palms and bougainvilleas makes this tropical oasis the perfect resort for those wanting to get away from it all.
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When you go down to Latin America, you’re sure to get down with your bold self!
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FUN FACT: The natural wonders of Costa Rica attract visitors from all parts of the globe. Take a walk on the wild side in Costa Rica by discovering its 850 bird species, 1,400 tree species and a host of exotic butterflies. In fact, 27 percent of Costa Rica is protected land, comprised of national parks, forest reserves and native reservations.
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BARCELÓ TAMBOR BEACH
A beautiful setting on a remote beach in Punta Arenas, the Barceló Tambor Beach is truly an all-inclusive getaway. Offering 402 rooms overlooking the ocean or gardens, this resort also offers a large, sectioned pool, two oceanview restaurants, 3 tennis courts, children’s facilities, casino, theatre and disco. See ad on page 36.
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BARCELÓ LANGOSTA BEACH
A very popular with eco tourists looking to explore Tamarindo’s protected areas and exotic rain forests. Offering 132 rooms with balcony or terrace, this all-inclusive resort offers buffet and a la carte dinning, 3 bars, separate pools for adults and children, daily and evening activities, a casino and nightclub, and much more! See ad on page 36.
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CONCHAL Elegantly framed by the lush north Pacific Riviera and a 1.5 mile white sandy beach, this is Central America’s most magnificent all-inclusive resort and exclusive member of Leading Hotels of the World. 310 Villa Suites including 50 Royal Service Suites, 7 restaurants, 4 bars, 24-hour room service, freeform pool, kids club, casino, disco and 18-hole championship golf course.
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OCCIDENTAL GRAND PAPAGAYO This resort is situated in the Guanacaste region on the northern Pacific Coast on beautiful Buena Beach. Set in an area of great natural beauty just 35 minutes from Liberia Airport, you will enjoy gorgeous beaches, pool, spa, tennis, watersports and nightly entertainment. See ad on page 40.
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ALLEGRO PAPAGAYO This resort is the perfect place for adventure. Explore the exotic jungle locale on the Gulf of Papagayo, nestled on Manzanillo Beach just 25 minutes from Liberia Airport. Enjoy the pool, spa, watersports, fitness center and nightly entertainment. Visit the resort’s private beach club just 10 minutes away by boat.
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You’re in paradise, so come experience tropical indulgence at our exclusive spa. A West Indian massage will take you to exotic realms of tranquility. Let the scent of citrus release every tension with a wild orange scrub. And all natural botanical facials will erase every care. Long after you’ve returned home, the calm found at a Red Lane® Spa will stay with you ... a peace of paradise to call your own. Exclusively at
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A World of Experiences
The best place, the best vacation We at Barceló Hotels & Resorts make every place the best place, taking the very essence of the local culture, inviting you to discover everything it has to offer while taking care of every aspect of our guests’ needs. This is how we make your vacation the best vacation.
Riviera Maya: Barceló Maya Tropical & Colonial Beach, Barceló Maya Beach Puerto Vallarta: Barceló La Jolla de Mismaloya Manzanillo: Barceló Karmina Palace Huatulco: Barceló Huatulco Beach Ixtapa: Barceló Ixtapa Beach Cancún: Barceló Tucancun Beach Dominican Republic Punta Cana: Barceló Bávaro Palace, Barceló Bávaro Beach & Caribe, Barceló Bávaro Golf Juan Dolio: Barceló Capella Beach Costa Rica Tamarindo: Barceló Langosta Beach Puntarenas: Barceló Tambor Beach México
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There's an Occidental in you.
Occidental Hotels & Resorts offers some of the finest all-inclusive resort hotels in Mexico, the Caribbean and Costa Rica. With three very distinct styles to choose from, you're sure to find a unique destination that can cater to your every need. Our family-friendly Allegro resorts offer lots of fun for an incredible value while our Occidental Grand resorts are known for their exquisite restaurants and lavish accommodations. And for the ultimate in luxury, the Royal Hideaway lets you indulge in a pampering experience like no other. No matter what your style or affordability, there's an Occidental in you.
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Discover the architects in your family Get ready for a family vacation unlike any other. Escape to these all inclusive Meliá Hotels & Resorts and let the kids get together with Fred and Dino at The Flintstones Land™; let the teens get in touch with their sense of adventure… or just plain hang out together as a family. Our exciting destinations, myriad of activities, and outstanding value give you everything you need to enjoy what matters most… the time spent as a family.
Discover Your Family | solmelia.com COZUMEL • IXTAPA • LOS CABOS • PUERTO VALLARTA • PUNTA CANA
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Embrace the world’s most luxurious all-inclusive resort experience. Offering exquisite cuisine, award-winning spas, lavish accommodations and utterly pampering personalized service in the world’s most spectacular oceanfront locations.
T h e Pu re Fre e d o m to J u s t B e Horseback riding, scuba diving, golf and life enriching activities (tango lessons and wine tasting) • Private Pools & Beach Areas with Bali Beds & Valet Service • Royal Service (exclusively for adults) • Family Concierge (personalized vacation experience for families) features a full compliment of VIP services and amenities including private beach and pool areas with valet service.
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Created for the discerning traveler, the adults-only Le Blanc Spa Resort elevates the vacation experience with an uncompromising determination to exceed your every expectation.
Offering the finest haute cuisine. A world-class spa. Premium drinks.
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An All-Inclusive Family Resort 339 grand tourism suites with studios, one, two and three bedrooms • All suites have individually-controlled air conditioning, direct-line telephones, digital alarm clock, hair dryer, mini-bar and safe deposit boxes • 24-hour room service • Laundry and valet service • Mini-mart • Boutique • Early Check-in and late check out; subject to availability • Concierge and highly-qualified bi-lingual staff • 24-hour currency exchange • Pre-registration and express check out service • Car rental • Travel agency • Wireless internet • Medical service assistance, available 24 hours • Spa services, massages, facials, sauna and full-service beauty salon • Daily programs for adults and children • Bicycles • Three lighted tennis courts
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TERMS & CONDITIONS
Travel Impressions Terms & Conditions This agreement contains the terms and conditions by which Travel Impressions, Ltd., 465 Smith Street, Farmingdale, NY 11735 (“Operator”), in consideration for a participant’s payment, agrees to provide these travel tours. All products and services depicted in this brochure are subject to change without notice. READ THIS AGREEMENT CAREFULLY BEFORE SENDING ANY MONEY. RESERVATIONS AND PAYMENT: Operator of this program accepts payment by check or AMERICAN EXPRESS, VISA, MASTERCARD or DISCOVER. Make all checks payable to your travel agent, who must in turn make its check payable to Travel Impressions, Ltd. If payment is made by credit card, a signed, fully completed universal charge form (“UCC”) for full payment must be received to secure reservations maintained at the travel agency. Travel Impressions reserves the right to receive a copy of the signed universal charge form if necessary. Any other person or entity (including a travel agent) who receives monies from participants does so strictly as an agent of participants. Tender of payment to Travel Impressions or travel agent constitutes acceptance of these terms and conditions. The following payment schedule applies unless airline-ticketing restrictions require accelerated payment: Days prior to departure 46 or more days
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Amount due Deposit of $150 per person within 3 days of reservation plus full insurance payment (published air should be included in deposit when applicable); final payment due at 45 days prior to departure Full payment in 3 days Full payment in 1 day Full Payment same day
Online reservations require payment in full at the time of booking. All reservations made 14 days or less prior to departure will be charged a $25.00 Special Handling Fee to cover costs associated with expedited processing of the booking. All payments not timely received will be charged a $10.00 Late Payment Fee. After deposit, all revisions are subject to a $25.00 per booking fee. Once we have received a deposit on your reservation, we reserve the right to ticket in order to protect the fare and all penalties will apply. Airfares quoted as published are not guaranteed until ticketed. Ticketing requirements vary depending on air carrier. RESPONSIBILITY AND LIABILITY: Operator arranges all of the services and accommodations offered in connection with these trips. Operator does not own or operate, nor is it an agent for any of the suppliers which will provide goods and services for the trip or for any option which may be available in connection with the trip (including optional side trips, car rentals, etc.) and Operator has not priced the trip or options to allow Operator to guarantee against failure of any such suppliers. Accordingly, participant(s) agree to seek remedies directly with the supplier and not to hold Operator, its parent, subsidiaries, affiliates and representatives (collectively “Operator Parties”) liable, in the absence of its or their negligence, for any loss, injury, delay, expense or damage which results directly or indirectly from any action or omission, whether negligent, criminal or otherwise, of any entity providing goods or services for the trip or any available option (e.g., the quality of services, cleanliness of a hotel, hotel overbooking, cancellation of services, cessation of operations, accidents, failure of equipment, changes in fares, itineraries or schedules or any flight delay). Participant(s) also agree not to hold the Operator Parties liable for circumstances beyond its or their control (e.g., acts of God, fires, earthquakes, floods, climatic aberrations, acts of governmental authorities, civil unrest, strikes, riots, theft, disease, accidents or failures related to the public internet, telecommunications lines or facilities, or third party technology systems, piracy and terrorism, or any other cause beyond the control of the Operator Parties.
Participant(s) acknowledge that the Operator Parties have not made any representations or promises with respect to the tour described herein except as expressly set forth in the Operator’s literature, unless such agreement is in writing and signed by an officer of Operator. At any time, the Operator may decline, for any reason, any person as a participant on a trip (or option) whereupon the Operator’s only obligation shall be to refund such person that portion of payment allocable to the unused services. CANCELLATION AND REFUND POLICY: The right to a refund if a participant changes plans is limited. All requests for refunds after a trip must be submitted (with return receipt requested) in writing through the booking agent to the Operator within 14 days after completion of the trip. Operator will remit any refund to the participant(s) within 14 days after receipt of the cancellation request. Failure to submit your written request within 14 days could limit Operator’s ability to resolve your request with the Supplier. If your notice is received, your liquidated damages (per person) will be: Once payment is received - $50.00 per person plus any supplier fees. For holiday programs and certain travel periods – higher penalties apply. During selected holidays, special event dates and peak travel periods, such as Christmas/New Year’s, winter school break and Easter, your penalties may be higher and still subject to the supplier fees. All appropriate receipts and documentation must accompany the refund request. No refund will be made for features the participant opts not to use. “No show” penalties could be up to 100% of the airfare and 50% of the hotel/land. The rights and remedies made available herein are in addition to any others available under applicable law. However, Operator offers refunds under this agreement with the express understanding that endorsement of a refund by participant(s) constitutes a waiver of any such additional rights and remedies. FORUM FOR DISPUTES: Participant and Operator agree to resolve any dispute in a court of competent jurisdiction in New York State. DOCUMENTS: Documents will be mailed once full payment is received. Document reissue fee is $25.00 per booking. CHECK-IN PROCEDURE: Failure to check in at least 2 hours prior to departure for domestic flights and 3 hours prior for international flights may result in denied boarding and no refund will be granted. INTERNATIONAL FLIGHTS ONLY: The operation of these flights is subject to the foreign government involved granting landing rights for the flights. If the direct air carrier cannot obtain these rights, the flights will be cancelled and full refunds will be made to all participants. PACKAGE PRICE: Includes only items specifically stated in Operator’s current literature, the contents of which are specifically made a part hereof. Certain secondary features of a package (e.g., cocktail party, free sports, etc.) are based on supplier policy and may be changed, added or deleted after printing of literature. Operator has the right to substitute services or accommodations in similar categories for items listed in the literature. PLEASE NOTE: Operator reserves the right to re-invoice participant(s) in case of an error made in computing tour price, or a change in tax, hotel rate or service fee is imposed by the hotel or airline. Air-inclusive packages do not include per person government imposed taxes; PFC’s of up to $18 and September 11th Security Fees of up to $10. Foreign government departure taxes, fees and tourist cards may be collected at the destination by the respective government authority. LUGGAGE: The limit is two pieces of checked baggage and one carry-on piece per traveler. Each piece of checked baggage may not exceed a weight of 50 lbs. for domestic travel and 70 lbs. for international travel or 62” linear length+width+height. Luggage travels at the risk of the participant(s) and luggage insurance is strongly recommended. The direct air carrier’s limitation on its liability for loss, delay or damage to participant’s luggage is limited to $2,500 per ticketed passenger for domestic travel, and approximately $9.07 per pound for checked baggage up to $640 and $400 per passenger for unchecked baggage for international travel. These limitations on liability are subject to change; please contact your direct air carrier.
INSURANCE: Trip cancellation, health, accident and luggage insurance is available and strongly recommended. PROOF OF CITIZENSHIP AND ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: Participant(s) are responsible for determining and obtaining proper documentation including - any visas that may be required with the appropriate consulate. Failure to carry proper proof of citizenship may lead to denied entry to aircraft and/or foreign country. No refunds will be made. All participants are required to check with the appropriate consulate or embassy for the respective destination for entry requirements. Children traveling without parent(s) must have a notarized letter of consent from the parent(s) not traveling, or a death certificate. This requirement may vary by country. No refunds will be made if improper documentation results in denied boarding or entry. A valid passport may be required and should be valid for a minimum of 6 months after your return date when traveling outside the US. The name on your ticket must match the name on your identification. AIRCRAFT, FLIGHT CHANGES AND DELAYS: Participant(s) are subject to the ticket terms and tariffs of the airlines which, when issued, shall be the sole contract between the airline and the participant. MAJOR CHANGES: A “Major Change” is limited to: (i) a change in the departure or return date, except that flight delay is not a Major Change unless the Operator knows of it more than 2 days before the scheduled flight date or if the delay lasts more than 48 hours; (ii) a change in the origin or destination city, unless the change affects only the order in which cities are visited; (iii) any substitution of any hotel that is not named (as an option or otherwise) in Operator’s literature; (iv) a price increase to the participant(s) which is more than 10 percent of the total price the participant(s) are paying for the trip. Should Operator know of a Major Change 10 or more days before scheduled departure, it will notify participant(s) within 7 days after first knowing of it, but in any event at least 10 days before scheduled departure. Should Operator learn of the Major Change less than 10 days before scheduled departure, it will notify participant(s) as soon as possible. For a full refund within 14 days, a participant may cancel in writing (return receipt) to Operator within 7 days after receiving notice of a Major Change, but in no event later than departure. If notice of a Major Change is received after trip departure, participant may decline to accept the change and be sent a refund of the portion of his payments allocable to the hotel accommodations or air transportation not provided within 14 days after scheduled return date. INTERMEDIARY DISCLOSURE: Operator assists you in finding travel suppliers and making arrangements that meet your individual needs. Operator considers various factors in identifying travel suppliers to you and recommending specific itineraries. In this role, Operator is acting as an independent third party and not as a fiduciary. The Operator Parties want you to be aware that certain suppliers pay them commissions as well as incentives for reaching sales targets or other goals, and from time to time may also provide incentives to the Operator Parties’ travel counselors. Certain suppliers may also provide compensation to the Operator Parties for various marketing and administrative services that they perform for them, such as granting suppliers access to the Operator Parties’ marketing channels, participating in marketing programs and supporting technology initiatives. In addition, our parent company, American Express Travel Related Services Company, Inc. receives compensation from suppliers when customers use the American Express® Card or other American Express products to pay for supplier products and services. From time to time the Operator Parties may enter into other business relationships with suppliers and these arrangements, including levels and types of compensation and incentives the Operator Parties receive, are subject to change. In identifying suppliers and recommending itineraries, Operator may consider a number of factors, including supplier availability and your preferences. The relationships the Operator Parties have with suppliers may also influence the suppliers Operator identifies and the itineraries Operator recommends.
TERMS & CONDITIONS
Travel Impressions Terms & Conditions CANCEL FOR ANY REASON TRAVEL PROTECTION PLAN: The cancellation protection is provided by Travel Impressions and must be purchased at the time of trip deposit. This cancellation policy only covers pre-paid arrangements made through Travel Impressions. The post–departure travel insurance benefits and services were arranged with National Union Fire Insurance Company of Pittsburgh, PA under Policy Number 3041-9500360. This is just a brief summary of benefits. Other limitations and exclusions apply. For full terms and conditions of coverage, ask your travel agent for the Description of coverage pamphlet. The policy is provided in addition to other applicable insurance or indemnity programs, where permitted by law and shall apply only after benefits have been paid. The policy provides limited benefits, health-insurance only. It does NOT provide basic hospital, basic medical or major medical insurances as defined by the New York State Insurance Department. If you have any questions concerning coverage, please call our Protection Plan Help Line at (800) 453- 4053. Cancellation and change penalties apply to these arrangements. Details will be provided upon request. FOR CUSTOMERS PURCHASING TRAVEL IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA: Our California State Seller of Travel Registration number is 2029006-20. Operator is not a participant in the California Travel Consumer Restitution Fund but is a member of the United States Tour Operators Association (“USTOA”). California law requires certain sellers of travel to have a trust account or bond. This business has an account with the USTOA in the amount of $1,000,000.00 (US). Operator, as an Active Member of USTOA, is required to post $1 Million with USTOA to be used to reimburse, in accordance with the terms and conditions of the USTOA Travelers Assistance Program, the advance payments of Operator’s customers in the unlikely event of Operator’s bankruptcy, insolvency or cessation of business. Further, you should understand that the $1 Million posted by Operator may be sufficient to provide only a partial recovery of the advance payments received by Operator. Complete details of the USTOA Travelers Assistance Program may be obtained by writing to USTOA at 275 Madison Avenue, Suite 2014, New York, New York 10016, or by e-mail to
[email protected] or by visiting their website at www.USTOA.com. FOR CUSTOMERS PURCHASING TRAVEL IN THE STATE OF WASHINGTON: Our Washington State Seller of Travel Registration Number is: UBI#602 425 801. If transportation or other services are canceled by the seller of travel, all sums paid to the seller of travel for services not performed in accordance with the contract between the seller of travel and the purchaser will be refunded within thirty days of receiving the funds from the vendor with whom the services were arranged, or if the funds were not sent to the vendor, the funds shall be returned within fourteen days after cancellation by the seller of travel to the purchaser unless the purchaser requests the seller of travel to apply the money to another travel product and/or date. FOR CUSTOMERS PURCHASING TRAVEL IN THE STATE OF NEVADA: Our Nevada State Seller of Travel Registration Number is: #2004-0029 FOR CUSTOMERS PURCHASING TRAVEL IN THE STATE OF IOWA: Our Iowa Seller of Travel Registration Number is: #758. 2008 BRO_VK_12.3.08
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