Summer is just around the corner, and if you haven't already made plans for a fun getaway, now is the time to get the ball rolling!
Consider venturing to Europe with Mountain Travel Sobek, small group adventure travel specialists, and discover a side of the continent you never knew existed.
Or if you want to stay closer to home, try one of their many North America adventures in the U.S., Alaska, or Canada!
For information and reservations visit www.mtsobek.com or call 1-800-MTSOBEK (687-6235).
Ellen Barone is an American writer and wanderer. She co-founded and publishes the group travel blog YourLifeIsATrip.com and is currently at work on her first book "I Could Live Here".
Sail, snorkel and relax on a Caribbean sailing vacation this fall with special savings from The Moorings and American Airlines.
New AA Airfare Fall Sale of up to 20%!
Now you can get there for up to 20%* off The Moorings already low negotiated rates with American Airlines. Take advantage of these just announced low airfares, with sample roundtrip rates from only $492 New York to Tortola, $403 Chicago to St. Martin and $326 Miami to St. Lucia. Call today for rates from your AA gateway city. Book by July 19 and travel August 13 - December 17, 2007 for these special airfares.
Combine with Special Yacht Savings to 25%!
Save even more when you sail from The Moorings Caribbean bases in Tortola, St. Lucia, St. Martin, Canouan, Belize and the Abacos. Choose to savor the lobster in Anegada, experience the rich mix of French/Dutch culture of St. Martin or snorkel the remote cays of Belize.
Just travel anytime from now until December 17, 2007 to save up to 25%* off your yacht. Plus, members of the Moorings Captain’s reward program will receive an additional 5% off of their charter.
To learn more visit www.moorings.com for detailed yacht specials, or call 800-669-7476 for details.
*Travel must be booked by July 19, 2007 for these yacht and airfare savings. New bareboat bookings only, minimum 5 days. Subject to availability. Airfares subject to airline blackout dates. Restrictions may apply.
SOURCE: The Moorings
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Save room in your suitcase for an extra $100. Buy any Fodor's Guide now through the end of June and get $100 off your Expedia.com travel package - for travel through the end of the year when you book by September 30, 2007*.
Visit your local bookseller or click here for complete details.
*Subject to terms and conditions.
SOURCE: Fodor's Travel
Ellen Barone is an American writer and wanderer. She co-founded and publishes the group travel blog YourLifeIsATrip.com and is currently at work on her first book "I Could Live Here".
Enjoy up to 20% off at select KOR hotels over Independence Day weekend.
Escape this holiday to Beverly Hills, Palm Springs, Santa Monica, West
Hollywood, Riviera Maya, or Zihuatanejo in Mexico.
* Linger poolside while savoring snow cone cocktails at Avalon or
Maison 140 Beverly Hills
* Spend your holiday celeb sighting at Chamberlain West Hollywood
* Delight in the sweet summer sundries of life with Viceroy Palm
Springs' Golf and Spa package
Learn more at www.korhotelgroup.com
SOURCE: KOR Hotel Group
Ellen Barone is an American writer and wanderer. She co-founded and publishes the group travel blog YourLifeIsATrip.com and is currently at work on her first book "I Could Live Here".
US Airways (NYSE: LCC) enhances the already award-winning Dividend Miles Program by unveiling its Off-Peak Saver Award. This new promotion allows for reduced mileage redemption opportunities for travel to the Caribbean and Europe at times when travel is typically light. Customers can now travel to exciting US Airways destinations across the pond to Europe and down to the Caribbean for fewer miles during off peak times.
- Details of the Off Peak Saver Award Promotion are outlined below:*
Off-Peak Saver One First
Roundtrip Award Award Travel One Coach Class or
Destinations Dates Class Award Business Class
Award
Between the continental U.S. 9/1/2007 to
or Canada and the Caribbean 9/30/2007 25,000 50,000
Between North America 1/15/2008 to 35,000 60,000
and Europe 2/29/2008
Dividend Miles Members contemplating a trip to Europe or the Caribbean with a flexible travel schedule may be eligible for a mileage discount of up to 30 percent. US Airways' new Off-Peak Saver awards are designed to allow Dividend Miles Members additional flexibility when redeeming their Miles.
"US Airways' Dividend Miles program continues to find innovative ways to add value for our members," says Travis Christ, vice president, sales and marketing for US Airways. "Traveling during off-peak times is a great way to avoid the crowds at both the airport and at many great destinations. For about the same amount of miles needed for a domestic flight, now it's easier than ever to fly to Europe and the Caribbean."
For more information on Award travel or becoming a Dividend Miles Member, please visit www.usairways.com.
The current Dividend Miles program, which was formed in May 2006, is a result of the US Airways/America West merger and brings together the best of the pre-merger US Airways Dividend Miles program and America West's FlightFund program. Dividend Miles' unique combination of features make it easier and more rewarding for business and leisure travelers alike to earn and redeem miles.
US Airways is the fifth largest domestic airline employing more than 36,000 aviation professionals worldwide. US Airways, US Airways Shuttle and US Airways Express operate approximately 3,800 flights per day and serve more than 230 communities in the U.S., Canada, Europe, the Caribbean and Latin America. US Airways is a member of the Star Alliance network, which offers our customers 16,000 daily flights to 855 destinations in 155 countries worldwide.
SOURCE US Airways
US Airways, +1-480-693-5729
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Wanna Get Away?
Summer is here and so are Southwest Airlines' super low fares. These southwest.com-only air fares range from $49-$139 one-way and are available for travel on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
Sale fares may be higher other days of the week, depending on destination and length of trip. These fares require purchase by June 14, 2007, for travel beginning July 31, 2007, through the end of the schedule (currently Nov. 2, 2007). To book these discount air fares, available only online, visit: www.southwest.com.
"Southwest Airlines is the nation's leading low-fare carrier," said Kevin Krone, Southwest Airlines Vice President of Marketing, Sales, and Distribution. "We give our Customers more value for less money -- all with the friendliest Employees in the skies."
The following are examples of these low fares (see Fare Rules):
-- $49 one-way fares are available between Ft. Lauderdale/Hollywood and
Jacksonville; between Spokane and Seattle; and between Los Angeles and
Phoenix.
-- $79 one-way fares are available between Nashville and Chicago Midway;
between Baltimore/ Washington and Orlando; and between Denver and
Houston Hobby.
-- $89 one-way fares are available between Dallas Love Field and Las
Vegas; between Phoenix and Providence; and between Louisville and
Washington Dulles.
-- $99 one-way fares are available between Chicago Midway and Oakland;
between Providence and Tampa Bay; and between San Antonio and St.
Louis.
Fare Rules
All fares are available for purchase today through June 14, 2007, for travel beginning July 31, 2007, through the end of the schedule (currently Nov. 2, 2007). Fares are available one-way and are combinable with all other fares (except Senior Fares). When combining fares, all ticketing restrictions apply. Seats are limited. Fares may vary by destination and day of travel and will not be available on some flights that operate during very busy travel times and holiday periods. Fares do not include a federal segment tax of $3.40 per takeoff and landing. Fares do not include airport-assessed passenger facility charges (PFC) of up to $9 one-way and U.S. government-imposed September 11th Security Fees of up to $5 one-way. Fares are subject to change until ticketed. Tickets are nonrefundable but may be applied toward the purchase of future travel on Southwest Airlines if unused. Fares are valid only on Southwest-published, scheduled service (some flights may be operated by ATA Airlines) and are not available through the Group Desk. Any change in itinerary may result in an increase in fare. Standby travel requires an upgrade to the full unrestricted fare. Fares are not necessarily common rated in the Washington, D.C. area (Baltimore/Washington and Dulles), the Bay Area (Oakland, San Francisco, and San Jose), or the Los Angeles Basin. Hawaii is not included in this sale.
Southwest Airlines is one of the most honored airlines in the world. Among Southwest's recent honors was being named to Business Week's first ever list of "Customer Service Champs," which ranks the best providers of Customer Service. For eight years in a row, Southwest Airlines was named to Business Ethics magazine's list as one of America's "100 Best Corporate Citizens" for excelling at serving a variety of stakeholders and for leadership roles in corporate citizenship. And, for an impressive eleven consecutive years, FORTUNE magazine recognized Southwest Airlines as number five among America's Top Ten most admired corporations.
Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV), the nation's largest carrier in terms of domestic passengers enplaned, currently serves 63 cities in 32 states. Based in Dallas, Southwest currently operates more than 3,300 flights a day.
www.southwest.com
SOURCE
Southwest Airlines
Ellen Barone is an American writer and wanderer. She co-founded and publishes the group travel blog YourLifeIsATrip.com and is currently at work on her first book "I Could Live Here".
Skip the Hamptons this summer. Pink Sands, the 25-room chic retreat on super sexy Harbour Island, is offering a free night on stays of four nights or more.
Rates start at $600 USD per room, per night, for two persons with breakfast and dinner, plus 20% tax and service. Call toll free at 1.800.407.4776 or +1.401.847.4720 outside of the US and Canada or online at www.pinksandsresort.com.
New improvements happening at Pink Sands include:
- Replacement of all guest room soft goods with Anachini luxury thread count linens and plush, oversized towels and bathrobes
* Completion of extensive room renovations including new furniture, bathrooms and verandah furniture
* Extensive lobby and common areas renovation by Barbara Hulanicki
* Wi-Fi Internet access in all guest rooms
* New dishes, silverware, furniture and soft goods for the famous Blue Bar and for the main dining room
* Expanded gift shop
* Enhanced landscaping and exterior lighting
* Complete painting of interior and exterior for all rooms, lobby and restaurants
* New beach equipment including chaise lounge cushions, umbrellas and beach/non-motorized water sports equipment including kayaks, snorkeling equipment, boogie boards, etc.
* In-room spa services
* Bose® iPod docking stations in all rooms and iPod rental
Biba founder – and 60s style maven – Barbara Hulanicki mixed international elements into a giddy new cocktail in the design. Celebs are said to flock here, but the management is hush and this retreat maintains its relaxed air, far from the maddening crowds.
Lush tropical vegetation twines across this 18-acre haven: coconut palms, hibiscus, bougainvillea, jasmine and ground orchids flourish here. The area is even designated as an official bird sanctuary. This beachfront estate stands beside its namesake, the glamorous and legendary three-mile strip of pink sands.
Amenities include a swimming pool, tennis courts, resort boutique and fitness studio along with the trendy, beachfront Blue Bar and the Garden Terrace restaurant.
The free night promotion is not valid over Thanksgiving and is based on availability. The hotel will be closed from October 1-25, 2007. As of October 26, 2007, meals are no longer included.
SOURCE: Andria Mitsakos PR
Ellen Barone is an American writer and wanderer. She co-founded and publishes the group travel blog YourLifeIsATrip.com and is currently at work on her first book "I Could Live Here".
Blue Bay Club & Spa, Cancun announces its "Summer Sale” promotion. Save 15% off of regular rates, valid for travel July 1 – August 19, 2007, kids (ages 7 to 12) stay for $25 per child, per night and children under 6 years of age stay for free when sharing a room with two paying adults. Rates for a Superior Room start at $83 per person, per night and $91 for a Junior Suite per person, per night, based on double occupancy.
At Blue Bay Club & Spa, kids will enjoy the "Kid's Club” providing an exciting variety of indoor and outdoor activities from sand castle building and snorkeling to board games and Spanish lessons for kids. Parents will enjoy relaxing treatments at the spa and non-motorized water sport activities.
Rates include accommodations, all meals, gourmet dining, room service for continental breakfast, all drinks and cocktails, daily activities, nightly entertainment, non-motorized water sports, billiards and ping-pong, scheduled shuttle between the two resorts and hotel taxes and tips.
For an additional $30 per person, per night, upgrade to the Silver Plan, which includes everything in the all-inclusive plan, plus:
• Premier Menu at A la Carte Restaurants
• International brands in alcoholic beverages
• Room Service
• Lobster Dinner (seasonal)
• Bottle of water in the room daily
• Free use of Sauna, Steam-room and Jacuzzis at The Spa
• Safety box without charge
• 10% discount in all services and treatments at the Resort Spa
• 10% discount at the Beauty Parlor
• 10% discount in tours at the hotel Travel Agency
The Summer Sale promotion is based on double occupancy. Rates are quoted per person, per night in US dollars and valid for travel July 1 through August 19, 2007. This offer is subject to hotel availability, may not be combined with any other offers and blackout dates may apply. To book contact your preferred travel agent or call 1-800-BLUE BAY, email reservcun@bluebaycancun.com or visit www.bluebaycancun.com.
Blue Bay Club invites families, singles and couples to come find their home-away-from-home at Cancun's most welcoming all-inclusive beachfront resort! Guests experience the warmth of true Mexican hospitality the moment they enter the grand lobby and are greeted with smiles by the resort's friendly staff. Whether traveling with the children, on a honeymoon or vacationing with friends, Blue Bay Club flawlessly blends exciting activities for adults and fun events for children providing something for everyone from dawn until dusk.
SOURCE: Andria Mitsakos PR
Ellen Barone is an American writer and wanderer. She co-founded and publishes the group travel blog YourLifeIsATrip.com and is currently at work on her first book "I Could Live Here".
Looking for the ideal getaway to escape it all and, better yet, save nearly 50% off of regular rates?
Consider Puerto Vallarta's Villa Premiere Hotel & Spa'Escape Rate' package. For nearly 50% off regular prices, Escape Rate guests can enjoy this beachfront, boutique hotel conveniently located within walking distance of the colonial district and its famous boardwalk. The 83-room and suite hotel features ocean views, a full service spa, whimsical vibe with eclectic décor and warm, personalized service. Enjoy new amenities such as; pillow menu for extreme comfort and new rejuvenating Oxygen Bar.
The 'Escape Rate' is priced at $150 USD per room, per night and includes:
o Spacious accommodations in a deluxe oceanfront guestroom
o Welcome glass of champagne
o One 5-minute anti-stress neck massage upon arrival per person
o In-room aromatherapy, choose from seven exquisite essences
o Butler service
o In-room Wi-Fi internet
o Complimentary access to sauna, steam room and gym
o Weekly meditation workshops, yoga and reflexology classes
o 15% discount on all food and beverage
o 10% discount on all services at Spa Premiere
The Escape Rate is based on double occupancy, includes all hotel taxes and is valid for travel from May 30 to September 30, 2007. This offer only applies to direct bookings only and is non-refundable, subject to hotel availability, and may not be combined with any other offers. No minimum stay required. To book, call 1-877-886-9176 or email reservations@premiereonline.com.mx and mention booking code; SUPER-PREM.
About Villa Premiere Hotel & Spa:
Nestled on Bahia de Banderas, Villa Premiere Hotel & Spa is an inviting retreat located on a serpentine stretch of golden sand beach walking distance from downtown Puerto Vallarta. Recently awarded the AAA Four Diamond status. The hotel's contemporary Mexican ambiance houses just 83, beautifully appointed guest rooms and suites come complete with Mexican furniture and art, private terraces, whirlpool tubs and sliding doors overlooking miles of Pacific blue. Designed as a tranquil place, reaching out to the region's indigenous culture and customs to create a most distinctive sense of place, the Spa at Premiere offers a feast for the senses. Stone-patterned flooring, stucco walls, Tepescohuite tree beams and rope ceilings, and palm mats provide textural contrasts while flowering plants, hand painted murals of angels by local artists done in subdued colors, Huichol Indian handicrafts, tranquility fountains, and aroma candles create an inviting and relaxing setting. Visit www.premiereonline.com.mx or call 1-877-886-9176.
SOURCE: Andria Mitsakos PR
Ellen Barone is an American writer and wanderer. She co-founded and publishes the group travel blog YourLifeIsATrip.com and is currently at work on her first book "I Could Live Here".
The low cost carrier known for its industry-leading customer service is rapidly becoming travelers' top way to reach the beach. Tickets are on sale now for Frontier Airlines' (NASDAQ: FRNT) new service between Denver International Airport (DEN) and San Jose, Costa Rica (SJO), following the U.S. Department of Transportation's final approval of the route.
The direct flights, which start Friday, Nov. 30, 2007, will be aboard Frontier's new fleet of Airbus A319 with 33 inches of legroom and DIRECTV service and pay-per-view movies in every seat back. Frontier is offering special introductory fares for as low as $298* roundtrip.
Fares must be purchased by 9:59 p.m. MDT on June 26, 2007, for travel between Nov. 30, 2007, and June 16, 2008.
Frontier is the only airline to fly directly between Costa Rica and Denver. Costa Rica is Frontier's third country served outside of the United States and 11th non-U.S. city total, with eight cities served in Mexico and two in Canada. Most recently, Frontier began flying to Vancouver, British Columbia in Canada and Guadalajara, Mexico. On June 6, 2007, Frontier will begin flying directly from Dallas to Mazatlan, Mexico, which the airline already serves via Denver. Frontier's new Costa Rica service is the Denver- based carrier's furthest expansion south to date.
"Travelers' response to Frontier's international service has been tremendous, and we're thrilled to offer direct flights between Denver and Costa Rica, our third country served from the United States," said John Happ, senior vice president of marketing and planning for Frontier Airlines. "Passengers now have a convenient, comfortable way to enjoy Costa Rica's culture, visit the country's amazing beaches, resorts and rain forests, and experience some of the best eco-tourism opportunities in the world."
Frontier Makes Family Friendly Eco-Tourism Affordable
Prior to Frontier's arrival in Costa Rica, the country's abundance of eco- educational activities and miles of beautiful beaches were accessible only through limited and high-fare service from a handful of carriers. However, beginning November 30, Frontier will do for the forests of Costa Rica what it has done for the beaches of Mexico, making leisure travel fun and affordable again.
Located in Central America, Costa Rica has become an increasingly popular tourist destination and is currently ranked as one of the most visited international destinations. Although the country is small and it covers only 0.03% of the surface of the globe, it proudly shelters six percent of the existing biodiversity in the entire world and 25.58 percent of the country is composed of conservation and natural protected territory.
Rugged highlands are found throughout most of the country, ranging from approximately 3,000 to 6,000 feet above sea level. The Guanacaste Mountain Range, Central Mountain Range, and Talamanca Mountain Range are the main mountain ranges extending the entire length of the country. There are several active volcanoes (Arenal Volcano, Irazu Volcano, Rincon de la Vieja Volcano and Turrialba Volcano) and the country's highest mountain (Chirripo Hill) with a height of 12,530 feet. The country has a relatively long coastline along both the Atlantic and Pacific oceans, as well as a system of rivers and tributaries offering world class rafting and water sports.
In general, the climate in Costa Rica is very pleasant not only during the dry season, which extends from December to April but also during the rainy season, which runs from May to November. During the rainy season rain can be expected in the afternoons, on the other hand the mornings are usually sunny.
Costa Rica has a tropical climate with an average temperature of 72 degrees F that increases considerably in the coastal areas. The temperature variations throughout the country are significant and due to the short distances in this relatively small country, they can all be experienced in just one day. In addition, the varying weather microcosms and the topography of the country has created several types of forests including the cloud forest, the rain forest, the dry forest, and the transition forest.
(+) Information from http://www.visitcostarica.com/
The flight schedule for Frontier's new service between Denver and San Jose, Costa Rica follows:
Denver - San Jose, Costa Rica
Flight Number Departs Arrives Frequency
86 12:10 a.m. 6:25 a.m. **Mondays, Wednesdays,
Fridays and Sundays
(effective Nov. 30, 2007)
San Jose, Costa Rica - Denver
Flight Number Departs Arrives Frequency
87 7:30 a.m. 12:15 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays
and Sundays
(effective Nov. 30, 2007)
All times given in local arrival or departure city times.
*Service to Costa Rica subject to government approval. Service to Costa Rica is less than daily. Maximum stay is 90 days. Fares shown are each way but round-trip purchase is required for off-peak travel valid to/from Costa Rica Monday - Thursday only 11/30/07 thru 6/16/08 or the end of the schedule, whichever comes first, fares slightly higher other days of the week. Tickets must be booked and paid for by 9:59 pm MDT on 6/26/07 or within 24 hours, whichever comes first. Black out dates to Central America 12/20-24, and 26-27, 2007, 2/15,16, 3/7, 8,14-16, 21-23, 28-29, 5/23, 24, 31, 6/7 and 14, 2008. Black out dates from Central America 12/30-31, 2007, 1/1, 2, 5, 6, 2/18, 23, 24, 3/15,16, 22-24, 29-31, 4/5,6, 5/26, 27, 31, 6/1,7, and 14, 2008. Fares do not include passenger facility fees of up to $18 round-trip, the September 11th Security Fee of up to $10 round-trip or fees of $3.40 per segment. A segment is defined as one takeoff and one landing. Seats are limited and certain flights and/or days of travel may be unavailable at these prices, especially during busy travel periods. Additional costs for Federal International Air Transportation Tax of $30.20 round-trip. All international fares are subject to U.S. arrival and departure taxes and agricultural, immigrations and customs fees of up to $41 round-trip are not included in the fare amount. For travel to some countries, additional airport, transportation, embarkation, security, and passenger service taxes/surcharges of up to $140 will apply depending on destination. For return travel from some countries, fares do not include airport and/or departure taxes of up to $36, which may be collected by the foreign government. Tickets are nonrefundable and nontransferable, but may be reissued for a $100 change fee plus any applicable difference in fare. Previously purchased tickets may not be exchanged for these special fare tickets. Fares and schedules are subject to change without notice and other restrictions may apply. Passports are required for travel to/from Costa Rica for all travelers.
**Departing from Denver, flights noted as Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday leave just past midnight on those days and for planning purposes should be considered as late Sunday, Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday.
About Frontier Airlines Holdings, Inc.
Frontier Airlines Holdings, Inc. is the parent company of Denver-based Frontier Airlines. Currently in its 13th year of operations, Frontier Airlines is the second-largest jet service carrier at Denver International Airport, employing approximately 5,000 aviation professionals. With 59 aircraft and one of the youngest Airbus fleet in North America, Frontier offers 24 channels of DIRECTV® service in every seatback along with 33 inches of legroom in an all coach configuration. In conjunction with its regional jet fleet, operated by Horizon and Republic Airlines, Frontier offers routes linking its Denver hub to 58 destinations including 48 U.S. cities in 30 states spanning the nation from coast to coast, eight cities in Mexico and two cities in Canada. In November 2006, Frontier and AirTran announced a first-of-its-kind integrated marketing partnership that offers travelers the ability to reach more than 80 destinations across four countries with low fares, aboard two of the youngest fleets in the industry. In December 2006, Frontier was designated "Best Low Cost Carrier" in the U.S. by the readers of Business Traveler magazine. Frontier's maintenance department has received the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Diamond Award recognizing its advanced training standards for eight consecutive years, from 1999 to 2006. For more in-depth information on Frontier Airlines, visit http://www.frontierairlines.com/.
SOURCE: Frontier Airlines
Ellen Barone is an American writer and wanderer. She co-founded and publishes the group travel blog YourLifeIsATrip.com and is currently at work on her first book "I Could Live Here".
When the mercury starts to rise in the Southwestern United States, travelers can be sure one thing is not far behind: prices will drop at some of Arizona's best hotels, spas and golf courses. To kick off summer, JW Marriott Desert Ridge in Phoenix and Camelback Inn and Spa in Scottsdale are offering outstanding deals on stays, golf, and spa—making summer the perfect time for a luxurious getaway. Savings include:
Buy One, Get One Half Off
All summer long, both The Spa at Camelback Inn and Revive Spa at Desert Ridge will offer half off a second spa treatment when two are booked. The offer is valid May 29-Sept 30 (excluding July 6-8 and September 1-3).
Unlimited Golf
Both properties offer guests as much golf as they can play during the summer months. At Camelback Golf Club and Wildfire Golf Club—both award-winning facilities—guests can arrive early and play as long as they wish as long as there is course availability. Guests can take advantage of the offer when booking the Escape Golf Package—with rates starting at just $189—at either property.
Kids Golf Free
Both Camelback and Desert Ridge offer free golf to all children under the age of 16, available after 3:00 p.m. each day. Additionally, all summer long, kids eat free at any of Camelback's restaurants when accompanied by a paying adult.
In addition to these outstanding promotions, both resorts also offer spectacular savings on accommodation packages throughout the summer:
CAMELBACK INN
Camelback offers an Escape Golf Package year-round, including accommodations in a casita-style room, a $50 dining credit and 18 holes of golf for two. During the summer, this package starts at $279 a night—representing more than 40 percent off high-season rates.
The new Mother/Daughter Package is for moms with daughters 18 years old and up. It includes accommodations, two one-hour spa treatments per person, two Starbucks drinks, a $50 food and beverage credit and full access to all spa facilities. The package starts at $369 per night during the summer, compared to $519 during the spring high season.
JW MARRIOTT DESERT RIDGE
The Escape to Romance Package includes accommodations, wine and cheese upon arrival, rose-petal turndown, dinner for two at Ristorante Tuscany or Meritage Steakhouse and breakfast for two at Blue Sage. The package starts at $289/night from June 14-October 9, representing up to 47 percent off high-season rates of $549 and up.
Desert Ridge's Girlfriend's Getaway Package offers deluxe accommodations for two, two 50-minute spa treatments, two cosmopolitans at Vista Lounge, two Starbucks drinks, and a "Gal Pal" turndown gift with fashion magazines and a disposable camera. Starting at $289 per night from June 14 through October 9, the package is priced more than 45 percent below high-season rates.
About Desert Ridge
The largest luxury resort in Arizona features 950 guestrooms (including 81 suites), 200,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor meeting space, ten dining experiences, Marriott's first Revive Spa, eight tennis courts, four acres of elaborately landscaped pools including the Lazy River with serpentine slide, two championship golf courses and Wildfire Golf Club. JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort & Spa is located where Phoenix meets Scottsdale, just 20 minutes north of Sky Harbor International Airport, with easy access to the new Loop 101 Freeway.
www.jwdesertridgeresort.com
About Camelback Inn
Set on 125 acres of Sonoran Desert, Camelback Inn embodies the spirit of the Southwest with its peaceful desert setting, private grounds for hiking and meditation and indigenous plant life. The resort features 453 oversized guest rooms and suites, each with a private entrance and garden patio or balcony. The property—which recently received its 31st consecutive AAA Five Diamond Award and broke ground on a $45 million renovation—offers 36 holes of championship golf, six tennis courts, three swimming pools and seven restaurants and lounges.
www.camelbackinn.com
Ellen Barone is an American writer and wanderer. She co-founded and publishes the group travel blog YourLifeIsATrip.com and is currently at work on her first book "I Could Live Here".
Starting as Low as $95 a night, Vacationers Can Earn a Free Night in One of Jamaica's Chic Hotspots
JAMAICA (May 31, 2007)- Island Outpost, the effervescently hip and boutique hotel collection in Jamaica, announces new summer deals at four of its popular retreats in Jamaica.
Starting as low as $95 a night, discerning travelers can book several days and get extra nights free at either resort, including The Caves, Goldeneye, Strawberry Hill and Jake's.
Each Island Outpost property is designed particularly to offer guests with multiple options ensuring a laid-back experience in an unpretentious setting. Packages are outlined below:
THE CAVES "5TH NIGHT FREE”
This summer, couples thriving for a relaxing getaway head to the unspoiled beauty of The Caves in Negril, Jamaica – a host for Sports Illustrated's 2007 Swimsuit Issue. With 10 handcrafted cottages and a petite Aveda spa, The Caves is nestled in lush tropical flora overlooking the turquoise waters of the Caribbean Sea. This deal guarantees an ambiance of exclusivity and sensuality. Now through August 29th, 2007, rates start at $495 per room for two people, including a fifth night free. Packages include breakfast, lunch, dinner, house wines and spirits.
STRAWBERRY HILL "5TH NIGHT FREE”
Perched atop a 50-acre landscape, Strawberry Hill is a mystical retreat boasting extensive views of the majestic Blue Mountains and the Caribbean Sea. Soothing all senses, Strawberry Hill enables guests to withdraw from their hectic routines into a pure bliss of renewal. Strawberry Hill Living, a lifestyle customized through the spa's Elemental Nature Questionnaire, offers treatments and meals built around the elements of earth, air, fire, water and infinity. Now through September 30th, 2007, rates start at $395 per room for two people for studio, including a fifth night free**. Packages include daily breakfast, lunch, dinner, local & premium spirits and house wines. **On the fifth night free, meals are additional.
*
JAKE'S "7TH NIGHT FREE”*
For a true summer getaway, chill out both body and mind and celebrate the beachcomber lifestyle in a true bohemian ambiance at Jake's in Treasure Beach. Guests lounge and retreat in one of the hotel's original "chic shacks” or enjoy a plethora of activities and excursions. From savoring authentic Jamaican cuisine at Jack Sprat, Jake's famed restaurant and a favorite for islanders and guests alike to herbal steam baths, trips to YS Falls, mountain biking, river tours and manatee watching. A trip wouldn't be complete without a visit to the 'Pelican Bar', dubbed the coolest bar in the Caribbean by those in the know. A world beat music library, yoga meditation room and complimentary Internet service are also on offer. Now through December 14th, 2007 (excluding Thanksgiving weekend), rates start at $95 for two people for a one bedroom garden room, including a seventh night free.
GOLDENEYE "7TH NIGHT FREE”
For lovers of natural beauty, Goldeneye – Ian Fleming's beloved Jamaican home where he penned 13 of his famous James Bond novels is the place to be this summer. Hidden in Oracabessa, Goldeneye is nestled among tropical flowers, orchids and celebrity-planted trees. With private villa accommodations suitable for couples and families, Goldeneye offers privacy and seclusion, yet the opportunity to indulge in breathtaking adventure. From fabulous education programs for children to complimentary kayak tours and snorkeling safaris for the family, there is something to suit every inclination. Families also enjoy complimentary visit to Firefly – home of the late Sir Noel Coward – and learn about his life and achievements as well as the historical significance of this site. Now through September 30th, 2007, rates start at $750 per night for two people in a private villa, including the seventh night free. Package includes daily breakfast, lunch and candlelit dinner.
About Island Outpost:
Created by Chris Blackwell, founder of Island Records and Palm Pictures, Island Outpost properties are known for their interesting character and stunning surroundings and strive to offer their clients a feeling reminiscent of staying at a friend's home. The group includes Goldeneye, Strawberry Hill, Jake's, and The Caves in Jamaica, Compass Point and Pink Sands in The Bahamas and an exclusive selection of villas.
For more information or to make bookings, call 1-800-OUTPOST or visit www.islandoutpost.com, + 44 (0) 1895 450 731 in the UK.
SOURCE: Andria Mitsakos PR
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Monorail Kicks-Off Summer Discount Ticket Promotion for Vegas Visitors
In anticipation of historically robust summer crowds, the Las Vegas Monorail Company announced that it will be offering a promotional summer fare for its one-day pass.
The summer discount promotion, which began May 26, represents a significant savings of more than 45 percent with the $15 all day pass discounted to just $8 per person.
Visitors to the world-famous Las Vegas Strip can utilize the transportation system as an alternative to walking amid the season’s steep desert temperatures, instead enjoying the Monorail’s climate-controlled interiors.
“Summer is a busy and popular season, and travel in Las Vegas is no different,” said Ingrid Reisman, vice president of corporate communications for the Las Vegas Monorail. “This year, the Monorail is kicking-off the summer season in style with the introduction of a discounted summer fare that will make riding the Monorail not only the most convenient way to travel along the Strip, but also cost-effective. As temperatures in Las Vegas soar to record-breaking heights, the Monorail’s discounted $8 One-Day Summer Pass offers just one more reason to stay cool and avoid the traffic congestion of the roadways.”
For more information on the Las Vegas Monorail or where to purchase tickets, call (866) 4-MONORAIL or (866) 466-6672; visit www.lvmonorail.com; or pick up a Monorail Magazine, available at all Monorail stations and station hotels.
About The Las Vegas Monorail
The Las Vegas Monorail is an easy and convenient connection to the Las Vegas Strip, linking riders to the city’s world-class restaurants, shows, shops, clubs, hotels and casinos. Monorail riders can travel the world-famous Las Vegas Strip in 15 minutes or less in a safe, comfortable and clean environment – without the hassles of traffic or wasted time. Currently, the privately-funded Monorail system has seven stations: MGM Grand; Bally’s/Paris Las Vegas; Flamingo/Caesars Palace; Harrah’s/Imperial Palace; Las Vegas Convention Center; Las Vegas Hilton; and the Sahara. As one of the nation’s most environmentally-friendly public transportation systems, the Monorail’s electric trains produce zero emissions and consistently run at 99 percent operational efficiency, indicating an optimal level of performance from people, processes and technology.
SOURCE: Echo Media Group
Ellen Barone is an American writer and wanderer. She co-founded and publishes the group travel blog YourLifeIsATrip.com and is currently at work on her first book "I Could Live Here".
St. Lucia, the island best known for unforgettable natural beauty and diverse attractions, is offering a deal that will make your spirits high and keep your pockets full. The "St. Lucia Super Summer Savers" promotion offers travelers the opportunity to experience the picturesque paradise for up to 40 percent off hotel accommodations, and up to 25 percent off participating shops, car rentals, tours, attractions, restaurants, golf courses, spas and watersports. Visitors from the USA and Canada will receive a discount card upon arrival.
"Whether traveling to our island for a family vacation, a solo escape or a romantic rendezvous, 'St. Lucia Super Summer Savers' offers first time and repeat visitors the chance to see the best of St. Lucia with value-added incentives and deals," said St. Lucia's Director of Tourism, Maria Fowell.
"St. Lucia Super Summer Savers" turns up the heat for travel agents as well. Each month of the promotion, top producing travel agents will have the chance to win one of five luxury consumer items, including plasma TVs, high-end watches and jewelry. The 20 top agents will win a luxury, all-inclusive trip to St. Lucia accompanied by spouse or travel companion.
Cool trade winds keep St. Lucia's weather delightful throughout the year, with temperatures ranging from 70 – 90 degrees. The island lies below the hurricane belt, making any time of year an ideal time to visit St. Lucia.
St. Lucia blends authentic Caribbean style and hospitality with world-class resorts and spas, top-rated restaurants, golf, yachting and more, making it an ideal destination for even the most discerning travelers. St. Lucia continues to raise the bar in the Caribbean, adding new non-stop service from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to St. Lucia this November.
From intimate inns, to luxury hotels and new all-inclusive resorts, the following is a list of properties participating in the "St. Lucia Super Summer Savers" program:
- Villa Beach Cottages
- Discovery at Marigot Bay
- Bay Gardens Hotel
- Harmony Suites
- Anse Chastanet Resort
- Juliette's Lodge
- Mago Estate
- Rendezvous Hotel
- The Body Holiday at Le Sport
- Windjammer Landing Villa Beach Resort
- Capri St. Lucia Ltd.
- La Haut Plantation
- St. Lucian by Rex
- Royal by Rex
- Rex Papillion by Rex
- Village Inn Resort and Spa
- Coco Kreole
- Coco Palm
- Bay Gardens Inn
- Jalousie Plantation
- Plantation on Cotton Bay
- Almond Smugglers Cove
- Almond Morgan Bay
- Coconut Bay
- Sandals Halcyon
- Sandals Grande
The offer is valid June 1 - November 15, 2007, based on availability. To book, call your travel agent, or for further information contact the St. Lucia Tourist Board at 866-217-1311 or visit www.stlucia.org.
About St. Lucia
One of the Windward Islands of the West Indies' Lesser Antilles, St. Lucia (pronounced Saint LOO-sha) is nestled halfway down the eastern Caribbean archipelago. The "Helen of the West Indies," St. Lucia is known for its natural beauty and diverse attractions, including the signature Piton Mountains, a tropical rainforest and one of the world's few drive-in volcanoes. Culturally rich offerings include the bustling marketplace in the capital of Castries, a variety of Heritage Tourism sites, quaint fishing villages along the coastline, and the annual St. Lucia Jazz Festival in May. St. Lucia's wide range of accommodations includes world-class, five-star resorts; all-inclusive resorts; intimate inns and value-oriented properties.
SOURCE: Nancy J. Friedman Public Relations
Ellen Barone is an American writer and wanderer. She co-founded and publishes the group travel blog YourLifeIsATrip.com and is currently at work on her first book "I Could Live Here".
Travel to Europe this Summer.
June is quickly approaching, signaling the unofficial start of summer. Soon the kids will be out of school and the prospect of 3 months of summer will encourage you to take advantage of every carefree day. With top WIMCO villas still available, it's not too late to spend part of the summer in Italy, France or Greece.
For reservations and information call: US: 800-449-1553 UK: 0870 850 1144; visit www.wimco.com or email: info@wimco.com
About WIMCO:
WIMCO (the West Indies Management Company) is the leading Caribbean luxury villa vacation and boutique hotel reservations specialist. The company with its Caribbean partner, Sibarth Villa Rentals, has represented private villas on St. Barts and on 11 other Caribbean islands for over 23 years. WIMCO added select private luxury villas in Europe to its portfolio starting in 1988 and now represents hundreds of private luxury villas in France, Italy, Greece, Morocco and Ireland.
SOURCE: Widness Public Relations.
Ellen Barone is an American writer and wanderer. She co-founded and publishes the group travel blog YourLifeIsATrip.com and is currently at work on her first book "I Could Live Here".
Promotional introductory fares starting from
$799* from Los Angeles and New York to Santiago
$799* from Los Angeles to Buenos Aires via Santiago and
$729** from New York to Buenos Aires via Santiago
As of June 2nd, 2007 LAN Airlines will begin non-stop operation between JFK and LAX airports to Santiago de Chile with convenient continuing service to Buenos Aires and additional Argentinean destinations including Cordoba, Mendoza, and Rosario among others. The new service from the US makes it easier than ever to visit the Southern Cone.
LAN Airlines will operate three non-stop flights per week between New York JFK and Santiago, which complement the existing six frequencies between Santiago and JFK via Lima, Peru.
The airline will operate five weekly non-stop flights between Los Angeles and Santiago, joining the two existing weekly operations between the two cities via Lima.
Non-stop service from New York will operate on Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday.
Returning flights will depart Santiago on Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday.
Non-stop service out of Los Angeles will operate on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday.
LAN’s Miami gateway is also announcing 3 additional non-stop frequencies to Santiago as of June 7th. With these new additions, LAN will now offer 10 weekly flights from Miami to Santiago.
“It is very gratifying to announce these important non-stop operations from New York City and Los Angeles. These are two very important additions to our network as they provide leisure and business passengers as well as cargo clients with the best alternatives to these major South American destinations,” stated Armando Valdivieso, CEO Passenger, LAN Airlines.
*This promotion applies only to roundtrip economy class trips in flights operated by LAN Airlines. Promotion applies only to flights LA 533/532 and LA602/603. Seats are limited and might not be available in all flights/dates. Rates are valid for tickets issued until June 10th, 2007. Rates are for traveling on or prior to July 7th and from August 11th to October 30th, 2007. Purchase requirements: at least 1 day prior to departure. Minimum stay: 10 days. Maximum stay: 3 months. Rate does not include taxes. Fares are subject to government taxes of up to: $84.70. Itinerary changes conditions: $100 before departure and $200 after departure. Reissuing or return of the ticket is not available. Other conditions: offer subject to change without notice. Non-refundable, non-transferable. Other restrictions may apply.
**This promotion applies only to roundtrip economy class trips in flights operated by LAN Airlines. Promotion applies only to flights LA533/532. Seats are limited and might not be available in all flights/dates. Rates are valid for tickets issued on or until June 10th, 2007. Rates are for traveling before July 8th and from August 10th to October 30th, 2007. Purchase requirements: at least 7 days prior to departure. Minimum stay: 4 days. Maximum stay: 3 months. Rate does not include taxes. Fares are subject to government taxes of up to: $62.20. Itinerary changes conditions: $100 before departure and $200 after departure. Reissuing or return of the ticket is not available. Other conditions: offer subject to change without notice. Non-refundable, non-transferable. Other restrictions may apply.
For additional information, contact LAN toll-free at 866-I-FLY-LAN (866-435-9526). Visit LAN’s website at www.lan.com.
LAN Airlines (NYSE: LFL) and its affiliates LAN Argentina, LAN Ecuador and LAN Peru, offer a united spirit of reliability and charm that provides passengers the highest level of service and safety with the complete travel experience throughout the skies of the Americas.
LAN’s vast route network reaches a large number of destinations throughout the world, including the Americas, Europe and the South Pacific. LAN and its affiliates offer flights from North America to Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Peru, Uruguay and Venezuela with service from 29 North American cities, including daily flights from its Miami, New York and Los Angeles gateways. Passengers traveling with any of the LAN affiliates may accumulate frequent flier kilometers/miles in LANPASS, American Airlines’ AAdvantage or any other frequent flyer program member of the oneworld Alliance. LAN Airlines is a member of oneworld™ and LAN Peru, LAN Ecuador, and LAN Argentina are affiliate members of oneworld™, the world’s leading quality alliance.
SOURCE: LAN Airlines.
Ellen Barone is an American writer and wanderer. She co-founded and publishes the group travel blog YourLifeIsATrip.com and is currently at work on her first book "I Could Live Here".
American has put its Vail service on sale for travel from mid-June through mid-November from select U.S. destinations, offering vacationers a chance to sample some of the best that Colorado has to offer during two different seasons.
If you love the outdoors – hiking, biking, fishing, river rafting, off-road four wheeling, golf, spectacular scenery, quaint streets, mild temperatures and fresh air – then you’ll love Vail. And even if the indoors is more your style, you won’t be disappointed in Vail’s wonderful restaurants and excellent accommodations, its soothing spas and its fashionable boutiques. Lovers of the arts will also enjoy the area’s art galleries, along with Vail’s free outdoor concerts and its summer art, music and dance festivals.
American offers daily nonstop service to Vail’s Eagle County Airport from Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW), with convenient connecting service available via DFW from dozens of other cities across the United States.
Great destination. Great fares. Convenient flights. Vail and American Airlines have it all this summer and fall.
Here are the highlights of American’s summer and fall sale to Vail:
American’s Summer and Fall Sale to Vail
. Available from select destinations in the continental U.S. to Vail, Colorado.
. Travel June 14-Nov. 14, 2007.
. Purchase tickets at least seven days in advance.
. Other restrictions apply.
For complete rules and restrictions, see the terms and conditions below, or visit American’s Web site, AA.com.
Here are samples of American’s great low fares to Vail.VAIL SUMMER AND FALL SALE FARES
Round-Trip Fare Available on AA.com* From:
Dallas/Fort Worth $298
Birmingham $318
Houston (IAH & HOU+) $328
Atlanta $338
Austin $338
Kansas City $338
Little Rock $338
New Orleans $338
Jacksonville $348
Nashville $358
Orlando $358
Philadelphia $368
New York LaGuardia $378
Washington , D.C. (DCA & IAD) $378
Fares shown are for off-peak round-trip Economy Class travel purchased on AA.com, and are in U.S. dollars. Fares are valid for travel June 14-Nov. 14, 2007. Fares do not include all government-imposed taxes and fees._+ Service operated partly by American Eagle.
Travelers can check schedules and fares and book flights by visiting AA.com. Book travel and purchase your ticket on AA.com and earn up to 500 AAdvantage ® bonus miles. There are no online booking fees. In addition, on AA.com you’ll find the absolute lowest fares available for American Airlines, American Eagle and AmericanConnection® flights – guaranteed. For details about the AA.com bonus-mile offer and for full details on our Lowest Fare Guarantee, visit www.aa.com/benefits.
AmericanAirlines Vacations(SM) has exciting and affordable travel packages available to Vail. For more information, visit www.aavacations.com.
American is a founding member of the global oneworld® Alliance.
- Fare Sale Terms and Conditions_Fares shown are for off-peak round-trip Economy-Class travel purchased on AA.com, and are in U.S. dollars. Fares shown are valid for travel to Vail Sunday through Wednesday, and from Vail Tuesday through Friday; other travel days are available at additional cost. Fares are subject to change without notice.
Fares do not include (a) a federal excise tax of $3.40 per U.S. domestic flight segment, defined as one takeoff and landing, of a passenger's itinerary; (b) up to $18 per round trip in local airport charges; and © September 11th Security Fee of $2.50 per enplanement originating at a U.S. airport.
Tickets must be purchased at least seven days prior to departure or within one day of making reservations, whichever comes first.
Fares shown are valid for travel June 14-Nov. 14, 2007. A one-night minimum stay is required.
Advertised fares are valid only on American Airlines, American Eagle, and AmericanConnection ® and do not apply to other codeshare flights. Seats are limited. Fares may not be available on all flights. Schedules are subject to change without notice.
Fares are nonrefundable and nontransferable. Changes to your ticket may be made if you meet the restrictions of the new fare and pay up to a $100 fee plus any fare difference. Changes must be made before your ticketed flight’s scheduled departure time. If you cancel your flight prior to the scheduled departure time, the ticket will be valid for one year from the date of issue for an unused ticket or one year from travel origination for a partially used ticket. If you do not cancel your flight prior to the scheduled departure time, the ticket has no value.
A portion of or all travel booked on American Airlines may be operated by American Eagle or AmericanConnection. American Eagle is operated by American Eagle Airlines, Inc., or Executive Airlines, Inc, which are wholly owned by AMR Corporation, the parent company of American Airlines. AmericanConnection service is operated by one of the following independent contractors: Trans States Airlines, Inc.; Chautauqua Airlines, Inc.
Tickets may also be obtained through an American Airlines Telephone Reservations Office for an additional $10 or at an American Airlines Travel Center or Airport Ticket Office for an additional $15.
To purchase tickets on AA.com you must use a credit card with a billing address in the United States, Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, Canada, the United Kingdom, or select Latin American and Caribbean countries.
AmericanAirlines, American Eagle, AmericanConnection, AAdvantage, AmericanAirlines Vacations, and AA.com are marks of American Airlines, Inc. American Airlines reserves the right to change the AAdvantage program rules, regulations, travel awards and special offers at any time without notice and to end the AAdvantage program with six months’ notice. For complete AAdvantage program details, visit www.aa.com. For details about the AA.com bonus-mile offer and for full details on our Lowest Fare Guarantee, visit www.aa.com/benefits.
About American Airlines:
American Airlines is the world's largest airline. American, American Eagle and the AmericanConnection® airlines serve 250 cities in over 40 countries with more than 4,000 daily flights. The combined network fleet numbers more than 1,000 aircraft. American's award-winning Web site, AA.com, provides users with easy access to check and book fares, plus personalized news, information and travel offers. American Airlines is a founding member of the oneworld® Alliance, which brings together some of the best and biggest names in the airline business, enabling them to offer their customers more services and benefits than any airline can provide on its own. Together, its members serve nearly 700 destinations in over 140 countries and territories. American Airlines, Inc. and American Eagle Airlines, Inc. are subsidiaries of AMR Corporation. AmericanAirlines, American Eagle, AmericanConnection, AA.com and AAdvantage are registered trademarks of American Airlines, Inc. (NYSE: AMR).
SOURCE: American Airlines, Inc.
Ellen Barone is an American writer and wanderer. She co-founded and publishes the group travel blog YourLifeIsATrip.com and is currently at work on her first book "I Could Live Here".
Hertz is offering two discount specials for U.S. and Canadian residents traveling to Europe.
From now until June 30, 2007, customers can save up to 15 percent off non-prepaid Hertz Affordable Europe® rates. The offer is valid for any car class at participating locations throughout Europe. To take advantage of this offer, customers must mention Rate Code WEG at the time of reservation or enter the Rate Code in the appropriate field during the online reservation process.
Travelers to Germany can save up to 50 Euros on select German cars. This offer provides 30 Euros off the rental rates for cars such as the VW Golf, Audi A4, or Mercedes C Class or 50 Euros off the rental rates for Mercedes E, S and M classes, Mercedes SLK convertible and BMW 3 series convertible. The offer is valid on qualifying Hertz Affordable Europe rentals of five or more days at participating corporate airport locations in Germany from now until September 30, 2007.
To take advantage of this offer, customers must mention Promotion Code 101474 at the time of reservation or enter the Promotion Code in the appropriate field during the online reservation process. For both phone and online reservations, customers must also present the offer page found in the “To Europe, Middle East, Africa” tab of the “Special Offers” section of hertz.com, at time of rental pick up.
For both offers, standard Hertz Affordable Europe Program rules, rental qualifications, rental periods and return restrictions in effect at time and place of rental apply. Reservations must be made at least 8 hours in advance from the U.S. or Canada. These offers cannot be combined with each other nor with any other offers, discounts, coupons or promotions, and these offers cannot be applied to completed rentals. All cars are subject to availability. Blackout periods and other restrictions apply.
The Hertz Affordable Europe Program is available at more than 2,000 Hertz locations in 53 countries, and offers a wide range of services including:
• Flexible payment plans, including the option to lock-in and prepay in U.S. or Canadian rates, or pay in local currency
• Inclusive rates with Theft Protection (TP) and optional Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) available
• Free unlimited mileage
• Immediate confirmation of cars with automatic transmission in gateway cities
• Free drop-offs between major cities within the country of rental, with the Rent-It-Here, Leave-It-There Program
• Refunds on unused portions of prepaid vouchers and no fee for cancellations
• Instant return service to expedite vehicle drop-off, available in most European cities.
For more information about the Affordable Europe Program or to make reservations, agents may log on to hertzagent.com, call Hertz’s toll-free International Ambassador Line, 1-800-654-8881, or access Hertz’s DRS pages, keyword INTL. Customers may call their travel agent, or Hertz International Reservations toll-free at 1-800-654-3001. Information and reservations are also available on the web at www.hertz.com.
Hertz, the world’s largest general use car rental brand, operates from approximately 7,700 locations in 145 countries worldwide. Hertz is the number one airport car rental brand in the U.S. and at 69 major airports in Europe, operating both corporate and licensee locations in cities and airports in North America, Europe, Latin America, Australia and New Zealand. In addition, the Company has licensee locations in cities and airports in Africa, Asia, and the Middle East. Product and service initiatives such as Hertz #1 Club Gold®, NeverLost® customized, onboard navigation systems, SIRIUS Satellite Radio, and unique cars and SUVs offered through the company’s Prestige, Fun and Green Collections, set Hertz apart from the competition. Hertz also operates one of the world's largest equipment rental businesses, Hertz Equipment Rental Corporation (www.hertzequip.com), offering a diverse line of equipment, including tools and supplies, as well as new and used equipment for sale, to customers ranging from major industrial companies to local contractors and consumers through more than 360 branches in the United States, Canada, France and Spain.
SOURCE: Hertz
Ellen Barone is an American writer and wanderer. She co-founded and publishes the group travel blog YourLifeIsATrip.com and is currently at work on her first book "I Could Live Here".
Save up to 60% with Special Savings Fares
Crystal Cruises invites children 11 and under to cruise for free on two Panama Canal cruises this Thanksgiving when sharing a stateroom with two adults. Part classroom, part adventure, children of all ages will marvel at the science of transiting the Canal and the drama of experiencing nature from the wilds of Costa Rica to the tranquility of the Caribbean. With the new promotion and special savings fares, travelers can save up to 60% off brochure fares.
Both of Crystal's award-winning ships will offer Canal transits on Thanksgiving cruises in 2007:
Crystal Symphony travels from Caldera, Costa Rica to Miami, Florida on a 10-day cruise, November 14-24, with calls in Curaçao/Willemstad, Netherlands Antilles; St. Barts/Gustavia, French West Indies; and Tortola/Road Town, British Virgin Islands.
Crystal Serenity journeys from Miami to Caldera on an 11-day cruise, November 19-30, with calls in Turks & Caicos/Grand Turk, UK; St. Barts/Gustavia, French West Indies; St. Maarten/Phillipsburg, Netherland Antilles; and Aruba/Oranjestad, Dutch West Indies.
The "kids sail free" promotion is capacity controlled and limited to triple-berth staterooms. Per adult, double occupancy fares start at $2,195 and $3,380 for the 10- and 11-day cruises, respectively.
"This Thanksgiving, families can enjoy the luxury of a Crystal cruise and the opportunity of being together at a great value during the holiday," says Bill Smith, senior vice president, Crystal Cruises. "Guests can share a traditional Thanksgiving feast with all the trimmings, while enjoying all of Crystal's luxurious amenities and the technical wonder of a Canal transit."
With its dedicated children's facilities Crystal is the luxury operator best suited for the family market. Fantasia is outfitted with games, and craft materials, while Waves features Sony Playstation® and personal computers with entertainment and education software. Xbox 360® video consoles are available for open play and onboard video game tournaments. On these cruises, both ships will feature a fully supervised Junior Activities program for kids ages 17 and under.
Depending on the children's ages, families will also have the opportunity to extend their adventures ashore with such experiences as a ride in a yellow submarine in St. Barts, swimming with stingrays in Turks & Caicos, an elevated canopy walk among the rainforests of Costa Rica or a helmet dive for a walk along the ocean floor in the Caribbean.
The Crystal Difference
Aboard the 1,080-guest, 68,000-ton Crystal Serenity and the 940-guest, 50,000-ton Crystal Symphony, refined elegance meets casual simplicity. The renowned Crystal experience is distinguished by incomparable service, abundant space, extensive choices, and superior quality.
Crystal Cruises enjoys an unparalleled reputation for excellence, anchored in 11 consecutive years of "World's Best Large-Ship Cruise Line" awards by the readers of Travel + Leisure and Condé Nast Traveler magazines - the only cruise line, resort or hotel to have achieved such distinction.
For additional information, please contact a travel agent or call 888-799-4625. Visit the luxury line's website at crystalcruises.com.
SOURCE: Crystal Cruises.
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As Mark Twain once said: “Everybody talks about the weather, but nobody does anything about it.” Well, SuperClubs is doing something about it with its year-round Guaranteed Getaways program! To put vacationers’ minds at ease during summer holiday plans, SuperClubs’ guests can depend on Guaranteed Getaways even during hurricane season (June 1 – November 30, 2007). Since launching this program in 1996, SuperClubs has been offering peace of mind to its sun-seeking vacationers, at eight resorts in Jamaica, the Bahamas and Curaçao.
SuperClubs’ Guaranteed Getaways includes:
No Hurricane Guarantee: Should a hurricane happen to strike the resort, guests staying at the resort will receive a reimbursement for the total value of disrupted nights. In addition, a voucher for a future stay will be issued for the same number of disrupted nights for use during the same month the following year, excluding airfare.
Sunshine Guarantee: Expanded this year to include Breezes Curaçao, as well as six Jamaica resorts, every day is a “sun” day at SuperClubs. For each and every day the sun doesn't show its face during guests’ stay, guests will receive a credit voucher equal to that day's Super-Inclusive room value, good for one year towards another SuperClubs vacation.
Satisfaction Guarantee: If a SuperClubs guest is not 100 percent satisfied with the holiday, the guest must notify the general manager of the problem immediately. If the general manager is unable to rectify the situation by the second night of the guest’s stay, SuperClubs will issue a credit voucher for the entire value of the unused portion of the guest’s hotel stay, good for up to one year at a SuperClubs resort. This guarantee is included at all SuperClubs Resorts in the Caribbean.
For more information or reservations, visit www.SuperClubs.com, call 1-800-GO-SUPER (467-8737), or contact a local travel agent.
SuperClubs, the world's only Super-Inclusive resort group, includes properties in three SuperClubs brand categories: SuperClubs Grand Lido Resorts - Grand Lido Negril Resort & Spa and Grand Lido Braco Resort & Spa, both in Jamaica; SuperClubs Breezes Resorts - Breezes Runaway Bay Resort & Golf Club and Breezes Montego Bay in Jamaica; Breezes Bahamas; Breezes Curaçao Resort, Spa & Casino; Breezes Puerto Plata Resort, Spa & Casino in the Dominican Republic; Breezes Costa Do Sauipe in Brazil; and SuperClubs Hedonism Resorts - Hedonism II in Negril and Hedonism III in Runaway Bay, both in Jamaica. SuperClubs has also licensed its brands in Cuba where three hotels now operate under the Breezes banner: Breezes Varadero, Breezes Jibacoa and Breezes Bella Costa.
Every SuperClubs holiday is Super-Inclusive - accommodations; all meals, SuperSnacks and premium brand cocktails; unlimited use of all sports facilities, including equipment rental and instruction; entertainment; weddings; recreational activities; and hotel taxes - with absolutely no tipping allowed. SuperClubs operates and independently markets affiliate Starfish all-inclusive hotels in Jamaica. For more information or reservations, contact SuperClubs at (800) GO-SUPER (or 1-800-467-8737) or visit their website at www.superclubs.com.
Ellen Barone is an American writer and wanderer. She co-founded and publishes the group travel blog YourLifeIsATrip.com and is currently at work on her first book "I Could Live Here".