Travel Insider February 2017

Volume 12 – Issue 2 | February 2017 SAY IT WITH Suites THE TRAVELHE TRAVEL T I INSIDERNSIDER All lovebirds need a nest, and Travel Impressions is ready to make a match between couples and accommodations. Our annual SUITEheart Deals promotion has come back to roost this February 2/28/17 for travel 2/7/17 – 12/31/17. S Serving Travel Agents Exclusively Since 1974erving Travel Agents Exclusively Since 1974 for bookings of 5 nights or longer made 2/6/17 – Think guaranteed upgrades to suite room categories. Special rates for suites. Added values to make a couples getaway that much sweeter. And so much more, A MESSAGE FROM at properties we know will dial up the romance! SCOTT WISEMAN Plus, you’ll earn 500 bonus LoyalTI First points with each President SUITEheart Deal booked! For full offers and details, please visit www.travimp.com/SUITEheartDeals. SUITEheart Dear Travel Partners, Deals As cliché as it is, it’s hard not to Minimum 5-night stay required. Blackout, weekend, holiday, and associate February with love. The peak season surcharges apply. weather lends itself to romance, whether your thoughts take you to destinations warm, exotic, and abroad or cozy shared FALL IN LOVE IN FRANCE moments bundled up in front of a fireplace. Either way, we have the right scene for any daydream. It’s not too late to book a ski trip to Canada or a villa in Utah Doing so is easy … especially when reduced rates, free nights, and complimentary or Colorado (did you know we carried these destinations?). daily breakfast are on offer. Book between 2/1/17 and 2/28/17 to take advantage of You have time—especially with our Fall in Love in France offers in Paris, Cannes, and Nice, with travel windows that start as early as May and promotion—still to make magic happen in Europe. And go as far into fall as October! it’s never too late to put a sun-and-sand getaway on your Can’t come soon enough? Get a guaranteed upgrade for 2-night Valentine’s Day stays calendar. Our SUITEheart Deals can help you with that this in Paris, plus additional perks like macarons, breakfast, and a bottle of bubbly! Schedule month, and reward you with 500 bonus LoyalTI First points check-in for 2/13/17 and check-out for 2/15/17 to take advantage of this offer at: per booking on top of the added values and upgrades your • Prince De Galles, a Luxury Collection Hotel clients will benefit from. • Le Méridien Etoile • The Westin Paris – Vendôme Another offer you won’t want your travelers to miss is the limited-time All-Inclusive Experience at Atlantis, Paradise • W Paris – Opéra Island! Typically an EP property—as befits a destination Start your booking now to see all available offers! resort with celebrity chef restaurants on premises, a complete water park with rides, and marine attractions that just don’t stop—this deal is one that should be near-impossible for your customers to pass up. Other hard-to-top deals in this month’s issue include a selection of Winter Greataways for AMResorts, reduced rates at Paradisus by Meliá properties, and a ton of giveaways for birthday “group”-ies. And for our agents, in addition to the SUITEheart Deals bonus points, we have our Supplier of the Month Palladium’s offer and four times the Bahia Principe Rewards points for bookings made for the Luxury Bahia Principe Runaway Bay. What’s not to love about that? Warmly, Scott Wiseman travelimpressions.com | Reservations 800-284-0044essions.com | Reservations 800-284-0044 travelimpr

SUPPLIER OF THE MONTH Grand Palladium White Sand Resort & Spa Personalized service and an emphasis on romance set to Pacific views, or an all-ages affair close to but removed from the bustle of Montego Bay? Mayan heritage and family fun in Riviera Maya, or adults-only luxury in Punta Cana? With exclusive savings at five Palladium Hotels & Resorts in four spectacular destinations, the only tough call your clients will have to make is deciding where to stay. Don’t forget to suggest Book by 2/28/17 with air for travel through 8/20/17 to: the Cancel for Any Reason • Grand Palladium Kantenah Resort & Spa in Riviera Maya, Mexico Waiver, provided by Travel • Grand Palladium White Sand Resort & Spa in Riviera Maya, Mexico Impressions, to your • Grand Palladium Lady Hamilton Resort & Spa on Jamaica’s northern coast customers for their peace of mind … and yours. • The Royal Suites Turquesa by Palladium in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, for adults only • The Royal Suites Punta de Mita by Palladium in Mexico’s Riviera Nayarit, just for adults AND, you’ll receive 750 bonus LoyalTI First points for every Palladium booking you make in February! WINTER GREATAWAYS AT AMRESORTS PARADISUS BY MELIÁ Paradisus Los Cabos Turn that getaway into a greataway with one easy step: booking an AMResorts Exceptional Ways to Relax property! From now until 3/6/17, those who book will not only receive up to $400 in resort coupons per room, per stay for travel through 4/30/17, but will At Paradisus Los Cabos, the options for beachfront bliss are endless … and also receive “great”-ly reduced rates. Mexico, Dominican Republic, Jamaica, all for less with newly reduced rates. Taking a dip in the water at the swimmable Curaçao, Costa Rica, and Panama resorts are all on sale. Choose between: beach or strolling tropical gardens. Trying your hand at tennis, then a Life Enriching Experience. Sampling fare from any of the seven outstanding à la carte restaurants, and a new favorite drink at one of seven bars. Never run short of ideas for things to do with savings like these for booking through 3/31/17 and travel 4/23/17 – 12/22/17! ® 3 Unlimited-Fun Nights from $362 Per Person at Sunscape Dominican Beach Punta Cana in a Deluxe Tropical View Room Advertised rate is valid for travel 4/24/17 – 4/27/17 and varies by departure date. Includes $200 in resort coupons! Booking Window: Now – 4/3/17 | Travel Window: Now – 4/30/17 For even more ways to unwind, also save on stays at Paradisus Resorts in Mexico and Dominican Republic with bookings made and traveled by ® Unlimited-Fun package price is per person and includes: 12/22/17. Choose from: Roundtrip hotel transfers | 3-night hotel accommodations • Paradisus Playa del Carmen La Esmeralda Hotel tax and service charges | Unlimited meals, snacks, • Paradisus Playa del Carmen La Perla – Adults-only and domestic and international beverages | Non-motorized water sports • Paradisus Cancun Daily activities | Live entertainment three nights per week and much more • Paradisus Punta Cana Resort coupons are per room, per stay, not redeemable for cash, and non-transferable. Coupons must be • Paradisus Palma Real Golf & Spa Resort presented at time of service request. $200 in resort coupons is broken down as follows: Two coupons of $40 and one coupon of $20 in spa treatments; $60 for one romantic dinner per stay, with one coupon of $40 and • The Reserve at Paradisus Punta Cana one coupon of $20; $40 for bottles of wine at any restaurant, with four coupons of $10. $400 in resort coupons • The Reserve at Paradisus Palma Real is broken down as follows: Three coupons of $40 and four coupons of $20 in spa treatments; $120 for two romantic dinners; and $80 for bottles of wine at any restaurant, with eight coupons of $10. Ask how your customers can receive discount coupons in Punta Cana! travelimpressions.com | Reservations 800-284-0044

TELL YOUR CLIENTS: RUN AWAY TO RUNAWAY BAY This month, giving your clients the excellent advice of visiting the Luxury Bahia Principe Runaway Bay means YOU’LL receive four times the points when registered with the all-new Bahia Principe Rewards Pro Agents program for all bookings made until 2/28/17 for travel through 10/31/17! Sign up now to reap the benefits of this points giveaway, and make sure your LoyalTI First account with Travel Impressions is active too for even more rewards. As for travelers, give them these ten excellent reasons to book this Don Pablo Collection resort in Jamaica: 1. For ages 18 and up only for a tranquil escape designed just for adults 6. Exclusive Luxury Don Pablo Collection amenities—think nightly turndown, 2. All-inclusive, including international drinks and recreation like paddleboarding, a pillow menu, bathrobes, and by-request butler service catamaran sailing, fitness classes, and pool activities 7. Multiple championship golf courses within 30 minutes of the resort, including 3. Beachfront location with three meandering, interconnected pools featuring Breezes Runaway Golf Course and Robert von Hagge- and Rick Baril- private swim-up bars to enjoy designed Cinnamon Hill and The White Witch 4. Lovely, spacious accommodations that include double sinks, canopy bed(s), 8. Free WiFi throughout the hotel for up to two devices per room sofa bed(s), flat screen satellite TV, 24-hour room service, and a mini-bar 9. On-site spa for optional beauty treatments and massages, plus access to restocked daily the spa circuit and relaxation area, steam bath, Finnish sauna, ice fountain, 5. Perfect for big groups like weddings, romantic occasions like honeymoons … heated pool, and more with a booked service or just a relaxing escape from the everyday 10. Ten superb and included restaurants to choose from, including buffets, fine dining, a rodizio, grill, Japanese, Asian fusion, and beachfront venues Register Now for Four Times the Points! 3 All-Inclusive Nights from $409 Per Person in a Junior Suite Deluxe Advertised rate is valid for travel 5/22/17 – 5/25/17 and varies by departure date. Booking Window: Now – 2/28/17 | Travel Window: 5/1/17 – 12/22/17 All-inclusive package price is per person and includes: Roundtrip hotel transfers | 3-night hotel accommodations | Hotel tax and service charges | All meals, drinks, and snacks Non-motorized water sports | Daily activities | Nightly entertainment and much more! travelimpressions.com | Reservations 800-284-0044

IN PUNTA CANA, CHOOSE BAHIA PRINCIPE Luxury Bahia Principe Fantasia Don Pablo Collection All Luxury Bahia Principe Don Pablo Collection resort guests receive: • Access to all resort facilities within the complex • WiFi for up to two devices per room • Turndown service nightly • 24-hour room service • One-hour use of paddleboards, kayaks, tennis, and snorkeling equipment each day • Exciting gastronomy that includes Japanese cuisine, Dominican flavors, and a Brazilian steakhouse, among others • Butler service upon request • Access to the Bahia Principe Village recreational area with live music … and lots more! Try the Grand Bahia Principe resorts for family-friendly, beachfront leisure! 3 All-Inclusive Nights from $255 Per Person at Grand Bahia Principe Turquesa in a Superior Junior Suite Advertised rate is valid for travel 5/22/17 – 5/25/17 and varies by departure date. Booking Window: Now – 2/28/17 Seven all-inclusive hotels and resorts provide travelers with both Luxury and Grand options in Dominican Travel Window: 5/1/17 – 10/31/17 Republic’s most popular destination. Get to know them all! All-inclusive package price is Luxury Bahia Principe Fantasia – THE new family luxury hotel in Punta Cana per person and includes: • Roundtrip hotel transfers Luxury Bahia Principe Esmeralda – Elegant colonial style on the beach; adults-only until 5/1/17 • 3-night hotel accommodations Luxury Bahia Principe Ambar Blue – Adults-only romance and beachfront entertainment • Hotel tax and service charges • All meals, drinks, and snacks Luxury Bahia Principe Ambar Green – Ideal for active adults seeking recreation • Non-motorized water sports • Daily activities Grand Bahia Principe Punta Cana – A resort for everyone, right on Bavaro Beach • Nightly entertainment and much more! Grand Bahia Principe Bavaro – In the center of the all-ages, beachfront action Rate does not include $10 per person Tourist Card, payable at the airport upon arrival in Dominican Republic. Guests may now pre-purchase these cards prior to departure at Grand Bahia Principe Turquesa – Great for families, with a water park kids will love www.dgii.gov.do/tarjetaTuristica/EN/about/Paginas/default.aspx. Luxury Bahia Principe Esmeralda Don Pablo Collection Grand Bahia Principe Punta Cana Grand Bahia Principe Turquesa Luxury Bahia Principe Ambar Green Don Pablo Collection Luxury Bahia Principe Ambar Blue Don Pablo Collection Grand Bahia Principe Bavaro travelimpressions.com | Reservations 800-284-0044

HOT SPOTS & HIGHLIGHTS SINA CENTURION PALACE – VENICE, ITALY BAGLIONI HOTEL CARLTON – MILAN, ITALY Nothing is quite as it seems at this unique hotel, self-described as “an antique setting When in the fashion capital of Italy, the crossroads of culture and design is just where with a futuristic spirit.” This period palace with an elaborate Gothic façade hides a sleek your customers will want to be … which is why you’ll want to place them at this and chic interior graced with clean lines and understated elegance. Michelin Guide- five-star hotel in the city’s center. A member of the Leading Hotels of the World, “stylish” and Gambero Rosso-listed Antinoo’s Lounge & Restaurant delights on site with haute is the simplest way to describe this stunner. Overlooking the celebrated shopping of and Venetian cuisine, and sophisticated rooms provide comfort close to the Peggy Via della Spiga, it’s also close to Via Montenapoleone, the cathedral, and the famous Guggenheim and Punta della Dogana modern museums. Teatro La Scala, inaugurated in 1778. rd Receive the 3 night free, complimentary buffet breakfast daily, and a 20% Receive reduced rates and complimentary buffet breakfast daily with bookings discount at Antinoo’s Lounge & Restaurant for bookings made and traveled by made at least 26 days in advance of travel completed by 3/31/17. Blackout dates 4/13/17. Blackout dates of 2/23/17 – 3/2/17 apply. of 2/21/17 – 2/28/17 apply. THE CONFIDANTE MIAMI BEACH – MIAMI, FLORIDA BARCELÓ MAYA PALACE – RIVIERA MAYA, MEXICO Part of the Unbound Collection by Hyatt, this Art Deco hotel brings a spirited presence to Enjoy the amenities of the entire Barceló Maya Grand Resort while staying in AAA the Miami Beach scene. Mid-century flair is prevalent in its design, but despite its 1940s Four Diamond opulence. This is the smallest, newest, and most upscale of the three founding, it’s as modern as your trendiest guests. Signature dining features a rustic properties in the complex, and reviews have been rave. For the best views, priority dinner ambiance featuring an American-inspired menu boasting local fare or innovative Asian- reservations, room service, late check-out, and a concierge in a special lounge, there’s American fusion cuisine—with late-night noodles and nighttime entertainment—while always the Premium Level. heated outdoor pools, direct beach access, and an open rooftop spa remind guests Receive reduced rates for bookings made by 2/23/17 and traveled 5/1/17 – they’re in the Sunshine State. 8/31/17 and up to $1,000 in resort credit (in the form of discounts up to 25% th Receive the 4 night free with bookings made by 9/30/17 for travel 10/1/17 – applicable toward services and products within the resort until limit reached) 12/21/17. for bookings made and traveled by 12/31/17. ZOËTRY AGUA PUNTA CANA – PUNTA CANA, DOMINICAN REPUBLIC NOW AMBER PUERTO VALLARTA – PUERTO VALLARTA, MEXICO If you’ve got a client who wants to treat themselves to exclusivity and serenity, this is The West Coast of Mexico is blessed with nearly constant warm temperatures, just the place. An uncrowded, removed private beach; complimentary laundry service; cooperative weather … and this family-friendly, all-suites resort on Banderas Bay. one of the country’s best spas, where every guest is entitled to a 20-minute massage with Three ocean-facing pools look out over this body of water, and access to sister their stay; and premium included activities like yoga, snorkeling, and even a horseback resort Secrets Vallarta Bay Puerto Vallarta adds even more to its contemporary ® riding session are all indicators of their commitment to Endless Privileges . appeal. Its AAA Four Diamond ranking is well deserved. Receive up to 49% off plus $200 in resort coupons per room, per stay for Receive up to 43% off and $200 in resort coupons per room, per stay for bookings made by 3/6/17 for travel by 4/30/17. bookings made and traveled by 4/30/17. travelimpressions.com | Reservations 800-284-0044

HOW TO MAKE YOUR BIRTHDAY ROCK FLYING FACTS AIRLINE ORIGIN DESTINATION EFFECTIVE FREQUENCY British Airways New Orleans (MSY) London (LHR) 3/27/17 Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat Ft. Lauderdale (FLL) London (LGW) 7/6/17 Tue, Thu, Sat 465 Smith Street Farmingdale, NY 11735 travelimpressions.com NEW ALL-INCLUSIVE OPTION AT ATLANTIS at Select Resorts Book it at the all-inclusive Hard Rock Hotels of Mexico and the Dominican Republic! That’s the simplest way to usher in a milestone in style. Groups staying 3 nights or longer and celebrating a birthday at one of these outrageous resorts will receive: Limited time only! • Balloons, door banners, and mini cake for the guest of honor • One complimentary room night* per every 10 nights paid for up to 7 nights The Beach and Royal Towers are now offering an All-Inclusive Experience! Book • One dinner reservation at an à la carte restaurant (5 – 9 rooms or 15 – 19 your customers’ stay of 3 nights or more by 6/13/17 in a Beach Tower Terrace room nights) or Royal Towers Water View room category for travel by 3/10/17 or from 5/7/17 – 6/15/17 or 8/20/17 – 12/20/17. • A one-hour cocktail reception (10 – 19 rooms or 30 – 59 room nights) • One private two-hour function, including cocktail reception or seated dinner (20 – 24 rooms or 60 – 74 room nights) • One private three-hour function, including cocktail hour and dinner, and one All-inclusive packages are per person and, complimentary double-room-occupancy upgrade to the next available category in addition to hotel accommodations, feature: † (25+ rooms or 75+ room nights, up to Caribbean Diamond/Deluxe Diamond All meals, beverages, and gratuities at: room category) Bahamian Club | Beach Bites I Blu Pool Cart | Brats & Balls | Breakwaters Grill Casa D’Angelo | Chop Stix | Coral Lounge* | Coral Pool Deck* | Dive In Dragon’s* | Lagoon Bar & Grill | Marina Pizzeria** | Mayan Cart | Murray’s Deli Olives | Pisces | Plato’s | Poseidon’s Table** | Riverbend Café | Shark Bites Splasher’s Snacks | The Cave Grill | Virgil’s BBQ** | Zero Entry Cart All Atlantis packages include taxes and resort fees! That means guests also receive: WiFi for up to four devices | Access to the fitness center for up to two adults † Casino lessons | Resort shuttle service | Access to Aquaventure Two 12 oz. bottles of water daily per room | In-room coffee and tea Combine that with up to $1,800 in Limitless Resort Credit, and let the fun Unlimited local phone calls | Access to the Atlantis Movie Theatre begin! Ask for details. Minimum 3-night stay required. Activities applicable for All-Inclusive Experience include access to Aquaventure, Booking Window: Now – 3/31/17 | Travel Window: Now – 12/23/17 access to all marine exhibits (including The Dig), daily fish feeding and marine life education, first-run movies in the Atlantis Theatre, gaming lesson, entertainment in select areas, the Atlantis Library, pool/beach chair use, and pool/ beach towel. Stays that cross the effective travel dates may not book the All-Inclusive Experience for any portion of Five-room, 3-night minimum stay required. Events must be arranged prior to travel. Birthday must be within their stay. *All-Inclusive Experience is only for bar and lounge section. **All-Inclusive Experience is only for dining † three months of the travel date; proof of birth date required. *Subject to $10 per person, per night fee. Subject section. Fitness center access entitles guests to complimentary use of the cardio studio and universal and free † to availability. weights only. Tours operated by Travel Impressions, Ltd. Rates are land only, per person, and based on double occupancy. Blackout, weekend, holiday, and peak season surcharges apply. All public charter flights sold through Travel Impressions on Alaska Airlines PC #15-088/PC #16-102; Allegiant Airlines PC #16-075/PC #16-115; Frontier Airlines PC #14-064; Icelandair PC #16-096; Miami Air PC #16-101, operated by TUI Airlines Belgium N.A.; Norwegian PC #16-136; Swift Air PC #16-091; Viva Aerobus PC #16-116; Volaris PC #15-141/PC #16-131/PC #16-132; XTRA Airways PC #15-094/PC #15-095/PC #16-103 are operated by Apple Vacations, LLC. Rates, information, and promotions are accurate at time of publication and are subject to changes, exceptions, cancellation charges, and restrictions. Rates are subject to change based on currency fluctuations. Not responsible for errors or omissions in the publication of this newsletter. Additional higher priced packages available. Valid for new bookings only. Travel Impressions materials (including, but not limited to, names, trademark, service marks, logos, marketing materials, etc.) shall not be used, reproduced, transmitted or distributed in any way, except with the express written consent of Travel Impressions. CST #2029006-20, IOWA #758, Washington UBI #602 425 801. KA068-16_VK_11.21.16