Archive for January, 2009
Saturday, January 31st, 2009
I visited the island of Barbados in the fall of 2007. First impression of this place is that it’s decent and clean, but could use a little bit of a face lift. I would compare it to a Holiday Inn or a Best Western. It is (more…)
Tags: Almond Beach Club, Barbados
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Friday, January 30th, 2009
This is a new “Secrets Resort“. It is very chic and sophisticated in decor but with still a warm ambiance. The martini bar is not only done in a contemporary flair but is a nice meeting place. We (more…)
Tags: MEXICO, RIVIERA MAYA, Secrets, Secrets Silversands
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Friday, January 30th, 2009
I visited the island of Barbados in the fall of 2007. If comparing this Almond Beach Village to the Beach Club, the Village is by far better!!!This is a great resort for all sorts of clientele, but my (more…)
Tags: Almond, Almond Beach Village, Barbados, Beach, couples, Family, honeymoon, Kids
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Thursday, January 29th, 2009
Our visit to Sandals St. Lucia was wonderful. With exchange privileges
at 2 other Sandals with transfers included, you never get bored (more…)
Tags: all inclusive, caribbean, Luxury included vacation, Sandals, St. Lucia
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Thursday, January 29th, 2009
I visited the island of Barbados in the fall of 2007, and we stayed at this resort.
It’s on the South Coast of the island, so the water is (more…)
Tags: Barbados, Beach, Bougainvillea, Bougainvillea Beach Resort, caribbean, couples, Family, honeymoon, Kids
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Tuesday, January 27th, 2009
Sandals Negril, an adults-only experience is really my idea of a unique and ultra all-inclusive experience and met all of my expectations.
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Tags: all inclusive, caribbean, jamaica, Luxury, negril, Sandals Negril
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Tuesday, January 27th, 2009
I stayed the Disney’s Pop Century Resort for 5 nights with my family. I booked the Dining Plan in addition to the resort.The Food Court here is probably one of the best. It can be a bit crowded during (more…)
Tags: Disney, Disney World, Disney's Pop Century Resort, Family, florida, Kids, Orlando, Pop Century
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Monday, January 26th, 2009
Nestled in the heart of Park City are these fabulous and economical condo units. Park Avenue Town home’s sits on the main road as you come in to town with a grocery store directly across the street (more…)
Tags: Park Avenue Townhomes, Park City, Ski Vacation
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Monday, January 26th, 2009
The Grand Californian Hotel is definitely one of the premier hotels in all of Southern California! This beautiful property is constructed in the historic Craftsman style and is very subtle in its “Disney” (more…)
Tags: Disney's California Adventure Park, Disneyland, Grand Californian Hotel, Southern California
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Monday, January 26th, 2009
I stayed at Secrets Maroma Beach just after it opened in August 2008. I felt right at home in the adults-only atmosphere and, with only about 400 rooms, I never felt crowded in the public areas and (more…)
Tags: Cancun, Jacuzzi tub, Secrets Maroma Beach
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Friday, January 23rd, 2009
Fiesta Americana Grand Los Cabos is grand in every way. The grounds are nothing short of spectacular with many pools (one infinity pool and one swim-up bar), lush landscaping of palm trees, azaleas, and (more…)
Tags: family friendly, Fiesta Americana Grand Los Cabos, infinity pool, Los Cabos, MEXICO, Swim-up bar
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Thursday, January 22nd, 2009
The Barcelo Maya Palace is a great property for families. If you are in the Club section, you are closer to the ocean and have amenities not available to the other guests. You also have access to the other (more…)
Tags: Barcelo, Barcelo Maya Palace, MEXICO, RIVIERA MAYA
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Wednesday, January 21st, 2009
COCONUT BAY BEACH RESORT AND SPA - ST LUCIA FAMILY RESORT - ALL INCLUSIVE. THIS PLACE HAS IT ALL. WONDERFUL FOR (more…)
Tags: all inclusive, caribbean, Coconut Bay Beach Resort and Spa, Family, St. Lucia
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Wednesday, January 21st, 2009
This past November I had the good fortune to stay at the Paradisus Punta Cana, and loved every minute of it! The resort has some of the most beautiful, (more…)
Tags: all inclusive, caribbean, Dominican Republic, family concierge, Paradisus Punta Cana
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Wednesday, January 21st, 2009
I am at the Sun Village hotel in Puerto Plata, D.R. as I am writing now.
I can tell you this much, The weather is beautiful, even when it predicting rain, it’s only drizzling a (more…)
Tags: Dominican Republic, Free Internet, Puerto Plata, spa, Sun Village
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Wednesday, January 21st, 2009
The lush, green, moist tropical mountainous interior of St. Lucia helps maintain the exotic and indulgent atmosphere that surrounds this unique Caribbean island. The Body Holiday at Le Sport on (more…)
Tags: all inclusive, spa, St. Lucia, The Body HOliday at Le Sport
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Wednesday, January 21st, 2009
The Rio Suites in Las Vegas lives up to its name and reputation for fun with large, comfortable suites just moments from the hectic glitter of the “Strip”. The expanded pool area includes several pools, one (more…)
Tags: las vegas, Rio Suites
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Wednesday, January 21st, 2009
My recent visit to this new resort was a wonderful!You are greeted immediately, escorted to the check in Desk and served a refreshing drink!The property is lovely, beach is beautiful!The accommodations (more…)
Tags: all inclusive, Junior Suites, MEXICO, RIVIERA MAYA, Valentin Maya
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Monday, January 19th, 2009
Marquis Los Cabos, an esteemed member of The Leading Hotels of the World, describes itself as a ‘resort for all senses’, which is understandable. From its dramatic arched lobby and cascading (more…)
Tags: Canto del Mar, Los Cabos, Marquis Los Cabos, MEXICO, Ocean View
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Monday, January 19th, 2009
Recently I had the opportunity to inspect the NEWLY OPENED RESORTS as well as some of the OLD FAVORITES in Mexico’s Yucatan.
The ROYAL HIDEAWAY PLAYACAR in the Riviera Maya was home base. This “Old Favorite” sets the (more…)
Tags: Cancun, Le Blanc Spa Resort, ME Cancun, Occidental Grand Xcaret, RIVIERA MAYA, Royal Hideaway Playacar, Secrets Capri Riviera Cancun, Yucatan Area
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Monday, January 19th, 2009
We are travel agents who recently had the pleasure of staying five days at the RIU Ocho Rios, opened in October, 2005. The highway project connecting Sangster International Airport in MoBay to Ocho (more…)
Tags: jamaica, Ocho Rios, RIU Ocho Rios
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Friday, January 16th, 2009
I am a Preferred Specialist with Sandals and Beaches resort. My business partner and myself have been to each of the Sandals resorts between the two of us and know the equality and excellent service that (more…)
Tags: all inclusive, jamaica, sandals whitehouse
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Friday, January 16th, 2009
Fairmont Mayakoba - I book this property a lot for families and have complete success here. I find the food to be excellent and Rox who runs the children’s programs ( and babysitting) has an excellent (more…)
Tags: Fairmont Mayakoba, MEXICO
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Friday, January 16th, 2009
Secrets Capri Riviera - Excellent beach and the best of service. They have a (more…)
Tags: all inclusive, Cancun, RIVIERA MAYA, secrets capri
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Friday, January 16th, 2009
We had the pleasure of staying at the all-inclusive Barcelo Premium Punta Cana (formerly Breezes). The resort is just 25 minutes from the Punta Cana Airport (PUJ) and offers an (more…)
Tags: all inclusive, Barcelo Premium Punta Cana, kid's club
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Friday, January 16th, 2009
It was our great pleasure to stay last week at the luxurious five-star “Ultra All-Inclusive” European-style Sandals Whitehouse (SWH) located (more…)
Tags: jamaica, luxury all inclusive, Montego Bay, RED LANE SPA, sandals whitehouse
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Thursday, January 15th, 2009
The beautiful All Inclusive Iberostar Paraiso Lindo is one of my favorite vacation recommendations if you’re headed for the Mayan Riviera. This unbelievable resort, located just 25 minutes south of the (more…)
Tags: all inclusive, Cancun, Iberostar Paraiso Lindo, RIVIERA MAYA
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Thursday, January 15th, 2009
GOGO Worldwide Vacations has boosted its specialist product range by launching its first gay and lesbian travel catalog for United States travel agents. (more…)
Tags: Gay Lesbian Travel, lifestyle, outgoing
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Thursday, January 15th, 2009
Have you ever thought ‘I really want a Jacuzzi; a mini bar, and a liquor dispenser in my room’? Look no further than the Palace Resorts. (more…)
Tags: Aventura Spa Palace, Cancun, MEXICO, Palace Resorts
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Thursday, January 15th, 2009
Paraiso de la Bonita was a paradise unto its own, catering to a discerning clientele, and the Aqua Cancun was exquisite, offering clients wonderful amenities affecting all the senses. Their restaurant (more…)
Tags: Aqua Cancun, Cancun, Gran Porto Real, MEXICO, Paraiso de la Bonita, PLAYA DEL CARMEN, The Royal
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Thursday, January 15th, 2009
My room at the Vallarta Palace, Puerto Vallarta was beautiful with a huge Jacuzzi tub in the room. The mini bar is stocked and they have nice bathroom amenities. Decor throughout the hotel is the (more…)
Tags: Palace Resorts, Puerto Vallarta, Riviera Nayarit, Vallarta Palace
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Thursday, January 15th, 2009
The Vallarta Palace in Riviera Nayarit is an excellent choice hotel for both couples and families. The room amenities were incredible, for the large spa to the fully stocked bar, to the plush bathrobes. (more…)
Tags: MEXICO, Palace Resorts, Puerto Vallarta, Riviera Nayarit, Vallarta Palace
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Wednesday, January 14th, 2009
Discovery Range: On the Go Tours, sun festival at abu simbel
AN ENLIGHTENING HOLIDAY EXPERIENCE
GOGO Worldwide Vacations is offering travelers a holiday experience that is truly enlightening - a visit to the 2009 Sun Festival. (more…)
Tags: Cairo, Chase the Sun, Egypt, GOGO Worldwide Vacations, Jewel of the Nile, Ramses Sunrise, Sun Chasing, sun festival at abu simbel
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Tuesday, January 13th, 2009
I recently came back from a “Gourmet Inclusive” vacation consultant weekend at the El Dorado Royale, visiting the El Dorado Maroma Beach and El Dorado Seaside Suites, as well as the Azul properties - (more…)
Tags: adults only, Asian Restaurant, Azul Resorts, El Dorado Maroma Beach, El Dorado Royale, El Dorado Seaside Suites, gourmet inclusive, Infinity pools, RIVIERA MAYA
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Monday, January 12th, 2009
I went to the Excellence Riveria Cancun in November with a group of 18 adults. This is an all- adult, all-inclusive resort in the Puerto Moreles area. The resort was fantastic. We were greeted upon arrival (more…)
Tags: adults only, all inclusive, Cancun, Excellence Riveria Cancun
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Monday, January 12th, 2009
I just went to Las Vegas from Jan 4 - 8, 2009 and stayed at the new Encore Las Vegas.
The hotel was great and as a matter of fact (more…)
Tags: Encore, las vegas, spa
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Monday, January 12th, 2009
On my recent visit to Cancun I visited the Isla Mujeres Palace. If you have been to any other Palace Resort you know it is wonderful. The rooms are the same as all Palace Resorts and so is the quality (more…)
Tags: Cancun, Isla Mujeres Palace, Palace Resorts
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Monday, January 12th, 2009
During my recent trip to Cancun I visited Le Blanc Spa Resort. What an amazing resort! It is for adults only. (more…)
Tags: adults only, all inclusive, Cancun, Destination Weddings, Le Blanc, Luxury, MEXICO, Palace Resorts, spa
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Monday, January 12th, 2009
During my recent visit to Curacao I visited the Floris Suite Hotel. This is a truly Dutch resort with the majority of guests from Europe. Rooms are modern Dutch style. Hotel has a small pool and a private beach that is (more…)
Tags: curacao, floris suite hotel
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Monday, January 12th, 2009
I travel to Curacao in November. During my visit I visited the Marriott. The rooms are lovely. I also got to see what the rooms will look like after they renovate. Fabulous. The hotel rooms unlike (more…)
Tags: curacao, Curacao Marriott Beach Resort and Emerald Casino, marriott
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Monday, January 12th, 2009
I went to Dubai in November 2009 and was very impressed! We flew on an Emirates Airbus which has the best service and roomy seats. We were given a menu to choose our dining!!! What a pleasant surprise! Dubai is ultra modern with lots of high-rise residential and business buildings. It is also a (more…)
Tags: Atlantis, burj al arab, Dubai, Emirates, palm island
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Monday, January 12th, 2009
I visited the Lodge Kura Hulanda Beach Club in November. What a beautiful and unique resort. Like its sister property the decor in every room is different. This property is isolated. I strongly recommend (more…)
Tags: curacao, honeymoon, Lodge Kura Hulanda and Beach Club
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Monday, January 12th, 2009
I’m currently at Sandestin Beach and Golf Resort in Destin FL, located in the FL panhandle mid way between Pensacola and Panama City. The nearest airport is Ft Walton Beach. There is a Hilton Hotel as (more…)
Tags: beach and golf resort, florida, panama city, pensacola, sandestin beach and golf resort
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Saturday, January 10th, 2009
I visited the Hotel Kura Hulanda Spa & Casino the beginning of November. For people who prefer to be in town this is a great location. The rooms are beautiful. No 2 rooms are alike. (more…)
Tags: african slave museum, curacao, Hotel Kura Hulanda Spa and Casino
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Saturday, January 10th, 2009
I visited the Hilton Curacao in November. It was formerly a Sheraton. What a great job on room renovations. (more…)
Tags: caribbean, curacao, Hilton Curacao, kid's program, spa
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Saturday, January 10th, 2009
I traveled to Curacao 10/30-11/2/2008. I stayed at Breezes Curacao. This is a great resort if room decor is not important. In my opinion furniture is old and rooms need updating. The hotel did redo the bathrooms and they are nice. They also were in the process of adding flat screen TVs to all rooms. The (more…)
Tags: breezes, curacao, kid's program, superclubs
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Saturday, January 10th, 2009
We stayed at Bellagio in Las Vegas for four nights over New Year’s. Although the hotel was sold out, the service from hotel and restaurant staff was exceptional. Bellagio is absolutely spotless, even with (more…)
Tags: bellagio, cirque du soleil, las vegas
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Saturday, January 10th, 2009
My husband and I went on a FAM to Punta Cana and had the pleasure of staying at the Riu Palace Punta Cana. We were upgraded to an Ocean View Jacuzzi Suite to die for! The location of the room was the (more…)
Tags: all inclusive, punta cana, riu palace
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Saturday, January 10th, 2009
I was booked at Dreams Tulum in October and upon arrival learned that the resort was closed without warning. I was protected at Secrets Silversands. Previous to the trip I did a little research on this resort (more…)
Tags: honeymoon, MEXICO, RIVIERA MAYA, secrets capri
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Saturday, January 10th, 2009
We spent a relaxing and luxurious week at Galley Bay in Antigua. Our room was close to the central area at this all-inclusive, adults-only resort. The rooms were spacious and the bathroom was huge by (more…)
Tags: adults only, all inclusive, antigua, caribbean, galley bay
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Saturday, January 10th, 2009
I recently took a trip to in Sandals Recency in St Lucia. This is one of the most gorgeous Sandals resorts I’ve stayed at. This resort had it all…a beautiful beach, lush hillside, amazing golf, and (more…)
Tags: golf resort, RED LANE SPA, sandal recency la toc, sandals grande lucian, sandals recency, spa, St. Lucia
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Saturday, January 10th, 2009
LEADING wholesaler GOGO Worldwide Vacations has reaffirmed its commitment to working with leisure travel agents in the United States and Canada.
The company has initiated an “only at your travel agent” marketing campaign to highlight its ongoing commitment to focusing exclusively on the agency sector to increase sales. (more…)
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Thursday, January 8th, 2009
We stayed at Sandals Negril in Dec and they are truly an ultra inclusive resort. Beautiful 7 mile beach with spectacular sunsets. Friendly staff and great food. The butler category is a once in a lifetime experience loved it.
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Tags: jamaica, negril, RED LANE SPA, SANDALS RESORTS, WHITEHOUSE
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Wednesday, January 7th, 2009
Riu Palace Riviera Maya is about 1 hour south of the Cancun airport. Great area of Playa Car. There is a little bit of shopping a few blocks south of the hotel, walking distance even had a Starbucks coffee shop. If you want to take taxi into Playa del Carmen it is only $10 one way…. too long to walk.
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Tags: MEXICO, PLAYA CAR, PLAYA DEL CARMEN, RIU, RIVIERA MAYA
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Wednesday, January 7th, 2009
Wow, what can you say about Couples! This was our second trip to Couples Swept Away and my 5 th trip to Couples resorts. (more…)
Tags: couples, honeymoon, jamaica, negril, swept away
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Tuesday, January 6th, 2009
AS the sun sets on 2008, one of North America’s largest wholesale travel groups is looking to the new year with a guide to the emerging vacation hotspots for 2009.
GOGO Worldwide Vacations, which services almost 20,000 United States travel agents, has studied recent sales data and other factors that could influence short-term demand to identify 10 hot “new” locations for US travelers for 2009.
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Tags: Bali, Belize, Cap Cana, Costa Rica, Dominica, Dubai, Hotspots, Kauai, Portugal, Puerto Vallarta, Riviera Nayarit, St. Lucia, Washington DC
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