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New Year’s Eve package prices starting at $261 per person, per night based on double occupancy*. Includes:
• Accommodations for one night
• Gala dinner and entertainment tickets for each person on the package
• 30% discount off of published Suite rates
* Subject to availability. Not applicable to groups. Rates do not include applicable taxes and fees.
Call Reservations at The Broadmoor 800-634-7711 for information.
London, England, November, 2009; Immerse yourself in a charming Dickensian Christmas experience this year and stay at the original magistrate’s court where Charles Dickens once worked as a court reporter! The Courthouse Doubletree by Hilton has launched a bespoke ‘Dickensian Christmas Carol’ accommodation and dining package to welcome festive season shoppers and visitors to the capital as the Christmas lights illuminate the streets.
Playing on the property’s historical link with the famous writer, the ‘Dickensian Christmas Carol’ package starts from £330 including VAT, and includes overnight accommodation in a queen or twin room with full English breakfast, a ‘Dickens Delight’ Christmas cocktail in The Bar’s VIP cells, a 4-course festive fusion menu in Michelin-recommended Silk restaurant, Liberty silver chocolate pennies and Christmas in-room amenities of fruit mince pies, Christmas cake. Valid from November 3, 2009 until January 10, 2010, subject to availability. Black-out dates may apply.
“It’s a little known fact that the Courthouse Doubletree by Hilton was once the workplace of Charles Dickens and I’m sure he gained inspiration for some of his characters within these very walls. The Dickensian Christmas Carol package offers a unique opportunity to experience a true slice of British literature history along with all the five-star festive trimmings,” said Raphael Herzog, General Manager, Courthouse Doubletree by Hilton.
The Courthouse Doubletree by Hilton’s fascinating historical background, modern design and central location just off Regent Street, make the ideal base for Christmas shopping excursions and weekends visiting the city sights. Take a step back in time and dine in Silk, the location of the former courtroom where Mr. Dickens once scribbled his reports on the crimes and misdemeanors of the Victorian society, or enjoy a signature Dickens Delight cocktail in your own private prison cell, where the holding block once stood.
With the iconic Liberty department store just opposite the hotel, the quintessential London shopping experience is only moments away and guests preparing for an evening out during the winter party season can avail of complimentary makeovers at the Le Métier de Beauté counter or 15% discount off male grooming services at Murdock barbers, as part of the Dickensian Christmas Carol package, courtesy of Liberty.
After a day of hitting the shops and pounding the pavements, the hotels in-house Sanook Spa offers a welcome retreat in which to warm-up in the heated swimming pool and sauna or indulge in a range of top spa and beauty treatments from Dermalogica and Karin Herzog, not quite inspired by the great scribe himself, but a necessary indulgence all the same.
Hotel Wailea Maui offers 72 suites for complete ‘buyout’ for a day or longer
Hotel Wailea Maui, www.hotelwailea.com, a stylish retreat offering 72 one-bedroom suites announced a one-of-a-kind opportunity to “Own Your Own Resort” for $25,000 per day.
“Wailea is a coveted leisure destination and Hotel Wailea Maui is offering a unique option to have exclusive use of this incredibly distinctive resort,” said Henry Perez, Director of Owner Relations. “It can be the ideal solution for hosting VIP groups such as corporate retreats, wedding parties and reunions.”
‘Own your own resort’ includes:
· 72 one-bedroom suites with private lanais and stunning ocean views
· Daily Continental breakfast
· Valet parking
· Fully-staffed resort personnel, housekeeping services
· Use of the fully-equipped restaurant kitchen for celebrity chefs, personal chefs
· Exclusive use of the Spa facilities
· Personal trainer upon request
· Exclusive use of GEM CAR shuttle
· Exclusive use of the Beach Club (with beach chairs, umbrellas, water service)
· Manager’s contacts for interesting activities off the ‘normal’ track
Resort amenities:
· Capische? Restaurant - honored with a Zagat 5-star award for Best Italian Restaurant in Hawaii for 2009. The restaurant has garnered many other local and national awards including several Wine Spectator Awards of Excellence. Capische? offers al fresco dining with stunning ocean views. Chef-owner Brian Etheridge is a Culinary Institute of America graduate and has been featured on numerous culinary television shows and in magazines. Chef Etheridge is a man of exceptionally high personal standards who creates simple food with quality.
· Priority tee times live from the manager’s desk, at any of Wailea’s championship golf courses
· Exclusive use of the large lawn area for intimate or elaborate events with incredible ocean vistas
· Meeting facilities, business center
Perched 300 feet above the Pacific Ocean, on the slopes of Mt. Haleakala, the ultra-private Hotel Wailea is set within 15 lush, ocean view acres with a beach club that is available solely to resort guests. Hotel Wailea is home to the Wailea Film Festival after-party festivities and other notable events throughout the year.
“Hotel Wailea has had many specialized ‘exclusive-use’ inquiries over the years from individual wedding celebrations, Hollywood parties as well as corporate incentive groups,” added Perez. “The unique opportunity we’re offering to ‘own your own resort’ is not available at any other resort in Hawaii.”
The contemporary guest suites are spacious (900 sq. ft.) and designed for comfort and relaxation. Features include:
· Two 32-inch flat screen televisions for the living room and bedroom
· Air conditioning
· Telephone with voicemail
· Data port for internet access
· WiFi Internet access
· Electronic safe (laptop compatible)
· iHome docking station
· Iron/ironing board
· Hairdryer
· Kitchenette with two-burner stove or microwave, refrigerator and coffeemaker
· Shower and deep soaking tub
· Plush bathrobes
Hotel Wailea is located in the luxury resort community of Wailea Maui.
The exclusive opportunity to “Own Your Own Resort” in Wailea, Maui for $25K per day is plus taxes. For reservations, see your preferred travel agent or call Hotel Wailea Maui reservations toll free at 1-800-800-0720 or book online at www.hotelwailea.com.
Hotel Wailea Maui Spa is managed by Aqua Hotels & Resorts; a Hawaii-owned and operated lodging hospitality company.
London, England, October 13, 2009; Adding a little more sparkle to the festive season this year, the Courthouse Doubletree by Hilton has launched two fantastic ‘Christmas with Lalique’ packages including hotel accommodation and gifts from the famous French crystal house, ideal as a surprise treat for friends and loved ones.
“We always strive to offer our guests added-value which is new and exciting, especially over the festive season when packages such as ‘Christmas with Lalique’ present an enticingly convenient answer to gift buying, all tied in with a fun short break in one of the more vibrant areas of London. The Christmas lights will be on and the atmosphere will be magical in and around the hotel, which is a great base from which to explore some of the most famous shopping streets in the world,” said Raphael Herzog, General Manager of the Courthouse Doubletree by Hilton.
The perfect solution for last minute present panic, ‘Christmas with Lalique I’ from £330.00 including VAT, includes overnight accommodation in a queen or twin room with full English breakfast for two and a gift bag containing two luxurious Lalique treasures from a choice of scented home candles, Lalique men’s or women’s fragrance and the signature crystal fish, which will be placed in the room upon arrival. In addition, guests will be treated to a private viewing of the Lalique showroom, accompanied by a glass of Champagne and Lalique goody bag. Pre-selection of gifts is made at the time of booking and a £100 non-refundable cancellation fee applies.
For those with very discerning tastes, ‘Christmas with Lalique II’, from £657.50 including VAT, offers the ultimate short break and personal shopping experience during London’s glittering festive season. Guests will stay overnight in a queen or twin room and enjoy a full English breakfast, before setting off with a £500 voucher for the stunning Lalique showroom, where a private hosted viewing and shopping experience awaits, along with a glass of Champagne and Lalique goody bag.
Warming guests up with some welcoming yuletide favourites, both packages include Christmas pudding and fruit mince pies along with the usual in-room amenities. Christmas with Lalique packages are available from December 11, 2009 and are subject to availability, early bookings are advised.
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“Aqua Hotel Molokai is the only full-service hotel on the island and, with its beachfront location, fabulous restaurant and nightly entertainment, it’s known to be gathering place for all of Molokai so visiting travel agents should have plenty of fun,” added Churchill.
More attention will shine on Molokai on October 11 when Father Damien of Kalaupapa is canonized in Rome by Pope Benedict XVI. This event will catapult Molokai into the international limelight and the increase in visitor traffic to the island is highly anticipated. “Travel agents may want take their fam trip before October so they are prepared for the potential boost in interest from their customers,” commented Churchill.
Aqua Hotel Molokai is styled after a Polynesian village and features 53 open-air rooms and oceanfront bungalows on Kamiloloa Beach. Accommodations have recently been renovated and upgraded to include high-speed Internet, mini-refrigerator, coffeemaker and cable television. The hotel also offers private lanais and many amenities including free parking, swimming pool, spa services and a full-service oceanfront restaurant and bar.
Aqua’s travel agent familiarization rates are offered on a space available basis to bona fide travel agents with IATA designations and must present the card at check-in. There is no minimum night stay and travel agents must occupy the room. Rate quoted was for single or double occupancy, plus taxes. The special cannot be combined with any other offer. For reservations, call Aqua toll free at 1-866-406-2782.
COLORADO VACATION PALATE OFFERS MORE THAN WHITE Winters in Colorado are picturesque. Mother Nature’s signature is everywhere as snow capped peaks brush Rocky Mountain blue skies. It is a time of wonder; it is a time welcome. It is a time for family and friends to gather at the legendary Broadmoor in Colorado Springs for an escape so special it will warm your heart.From November 15 through February 28, 2010, imagine a Spectacular Winter Savings in a Five-Star Five-Diamond resort from $160 per night where virtually everything you need is at your fingertips: Award-winning dining; world-class spa, boutique shopping in 24 distinctly unique stores. There is indoor swimming and an outdoor whirlpool overlooking the mountains. There are fitness classes and indoor tennis. And even Father Winter likes to swing a golf club, so don’t be surprised if you can play during your stay. Sit by the outdoor fireplace with a warm drink, or let the kids make S’mores in the snow on the outdoor patio at the Golf Club. Picture yourself relaxing at a magical resort where you can be as active or passive as you like. It’s your vacation getaway framed in historic charm and legendary service.
Spectacular Winter Savings package includes:
-Luxury accommodations in a standard room
-Complimentary Broadmoor movie theater access
-Complimentary Serenity Shower or Tub Soak with purchase of $100 in spa services
-15% discount on select retail purchases
-10% food discount in Charles Court, Penrose Room and Tavern
-Stay three or more nights and receive a complimentary suite upgrade.
Reserve on line at www.broadmoor.com or call 1.800.634.7711.
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Single/double occupancy rates through November 30 are:
* Standard Cabin -
$195$97.50* Standard Plus Cabin -
$240$120* Superior Cabin -
$275$137.50* Extra person (including breakfast) - $40
* Children, 11 and under - Free
Cabin prices include breakfast for two, tours of the butterfly farm and serpentarium, and access to the loop hiking trail. Prices do not include taxes (16%) and gratuities (10%). Cabins subject to maximum occupancy restrictions.
The Lodge at Pico Bonito is nestled amid 400 acres of tropical wilderness in Pico Bonito National Park. The property features 22 luxury cabins, a full-service restaurant featuring delectable Mesoamerican cuisine, meeting space, a landscaped pool, butterfly farm, serpentarium, and hiking trails to observation towers, waterfalls and riverbeds. Over 420 species of birds, tropical amphibians and exotic mammals roam the trails, which can be explored with one of the Lodge's trained bilingual guides.
To book, travelers can call the U.S. based office at 312.345.3288.
For more info, visit www.picobonito.com
(Resort accommodation, swimming pool, twin share with private bath, shuttle service to town) 2 dives, breakfast, lunch, boat transfers, equipment, marine park fees & guide peso 3.250
The Apo safari's are 4 night 3 day trips. The cost is 15 thousand peso each.
This includes up to 12 dives, 3 meals a day, marine park fees, equipment & guide.
The only thing not included is drinks.
Leaves from & returns to Coron, Busuanga island, Palwawan.
Contact us for bookings or more info@divecal.com
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