The Travel Insider, August 2019

ITNHESTIDR AEVERLVolume 14 – Issue 8 | August 2019 WARM UP YOUR WINTER Serving Travel Agents Exclusively Since 1974 with savings that sizzle A MESSAGE FROM SCOTT WISEMAN Stretch out all the things you President, Travel Impressions love about summer … when you Warm Up Your Winter! Dear Travel Partners, White-hot savings in The dog days of summer are upon us now, but don’t be lulled into thinking year-round warm-weather it’ll last forever—the days are steadily growing shorter. Luckily, we can stretch destinations are putting the this season out a bit longer with some strategic travel plans, which we’re cold on hold this winter. offering with our Warm Up Your Winter sale. But even before we jump ahead into winter, let’s talk back to school. Book your clients’ sun, sand, Our Semester of Social continues this month with a #WeekendLearning or city escape from 8/1/19 – Series on the new all-inclusive Hard Rock Hotel Los Cabos, a full-page 8/31/19 for unbeatable deals feature in this issue; we then move on to the Papagayo coast in September on travel 11/1/19 – 3/31/20 for the year’s first #OnLocaTIon. You can find us at Planet Hollywood Beach to over 100 hotels, including: Resort Costa Rica next month, the latest property by our Supplier of the Month, Blue Diamond Resorts. • Room rate discounts up That’s not all that’s on the horizon for you, though. We’re introducing Partner to 67% at The Pyramid at Privileges, the overview for which can be found on the next page, plus a Grand Oasis Cancun link to all the perks that will fall under this new program. Last but not least, we don’t let an issue go by without providing you with • 5th night free and a $150 new at-a-glance references to keep at your fingertips! A quick breakdown resort credit per room, per of Puerto Rico’s regions, a guide to Ocean by H10 Hotels, and the must- stay at the ‘Alohilani Resort knows about Rockaway Bay Water Park at the all-inclusive Hard Rock Waikiki Beach Hotel Riviera Maya can also be found within these pages. As you can see, there are plenty of ways to stay warm in the cold days • R educed rates at the ahead. But personally, knowing you’re reading this and staying on top of brand-new Secrets Mallorca how you can continue to support us … well, that’s what does it for me. Villamil Resort & Spa and Thank you, the opening-soon Secrets Lanzarote Resort Scott Wiseman & Spa – See page 7 to learn more about both properties! PLANET HOLLYWOOD BEACH RESORT COSTA RICA Visit www.travimp.com/ WarmUpYourWinter now to learn more! Don’t miss next month’s Hollywood Meets Costa Rica #OnLocaTIon for an on-the-ground look at this exciting new property! Authentic memorabilia straight out of Hollywood. Natural beachfront views that even the silver screen can’t do full justice. And that’s just the start of what’s waiting at Planet Hollywood Beach Resort Costa Rica. • Celebrity-level amenities in every suite: custom-designed Phabulous Bed™, high thread-count sheets, and a private balcony or terrace • Crave | World of Flavors, Guy Fieri’s Burger Joint, SoCal Gourmet Food Emporium, Sunset Strip Steakhouse & Grill, and so much more • Plugged-In™: all guests can enjoy a PHTV in each suite and high-speed WiFi throughout the resort • Stay PHit – World-Class Spa & Gym: keep active with PUMPED Fitness Centre and trend-hitting PHit programs—and recover at the PH Spa, using A-list preferred Eminence Organic Skin Care • Child star-worthy care at the Stars Kids Club: performance and dance classes, movie nights and all-day seasonal camps Experience just what this all means and more. Follow us on Facebook @travelimpressions 9/16/19 – 9/20/19 to virtually Vacation Like a Star™ during our #OnLocaTIon takeover!

SUPPLIER OF THE MONTH Exclusive room upgrades Royalton Luxury Resorts Memories Resort & Spa for select room categories make a stay at Blue • Signature All-In Luxury® • D esigned for unforgettable Diamond Resorts shine features, including a Sports family getaways; dedicated even brighter. Fourteen Event Guarantee™ that means kids and teens programs resorts from five distinct never missing a game mean good times for everyone brands offer plenty of options for adding a little extra sparkle. • B eachfront locations in Mexico, • Properties like Grand Memories Jamaica, Saint Lucia, Antigua, Punta Cana up the amenities with and Dominican Republic included access to nearby sister resorts CHIC By Royalton Hideaway At Royalton Planet Hollywood Hotels & Resorts • Stylish, social All Exclusive™ • Adults-only resorts experience for adults, within larger Royalton • Immersive experience that inspired by the best of Luxury Resorts lets friends, families, and Las Vegas and South Beach couples Vacation like a Star™ • More private, with elevated • N ow launched in Punta service levels and exclusive • First resort now open in Costa Cana on gorgeous, golden- beach areas, pools, and Rica; Cancun location opening sanded Uvero Alto other benefits later this year Receive 500 bonus LoyalTI First points for every Blue Diamond Resorts booking you make this August! Complimentary Upgrade Booking Window: 8/1/19 – 8/31/19 | Travel Window: 8/1/19 – 12/23/20 Terms, conditions, and restrictions apply; visit www.travimp.com/SupplieroftheMonth for details. Agents must be registered with VAX VacationAccess and LoyalTI First travel agent rewards program at time of booking to earn points. LoyalTI First is not valid for group bookings. UKAN‘LAIMNAITPEADL-ILBUEXAUCRHY®HFOOTRETLHE ENTIRE FAMILY A NEW WAY TO STAND OUT A True Hawaiian Experience When it’s with Travel Impressions, partnership has its perks. Voted the #1 hotel in all of Hawai‘i by the readers of Condé Nast Traveler, this The brand that puts agents first because we serve agents only is resort in Maui has a reputation that’s well earned. A distinctive selection of cultural introducing a whole new level of privileges for customers of travel classes offered daily, like hula lessons and Hawaiian language classes, are part professionals: Partner Privileges. of what makes it “Hawai‘i’s Most Hawaiian Hotel.” Plus, embark on the new six- person wa‘a (canoe) paddling tour for a one-of-a-kind experience where you’ll Think extraordinary experiences. Uncommon encounters. Unique learn about the canoe’s cultural significance, what it means to live sustainably benefits yet unimagined by your customers. All available exclusively in Hawai‘i, and even spot a whale or two (in season). through Travel Impressions* … and most importantly, exclusively through you. • No mandatory resort fees Simply by booking with Travel Impressions, you’ll be able to add on SALE • Complimentary WiFi in all amenities at no additional cost. An intimate dinner on the beach, private cocktail parties, reserved poolside cabanas—these are the details that Now Extended! guestrooms and Tiki Courtyard area make a vacation an experience … and an agent indispensable. • Complimentary kids’ passport program Find out more. Visit www.travimp.com/PartnerPrivileges today! • $50 dining credit at Gerard’s Restaurant *Added value amenities, benefits, and etc. are offered strictly through Travel Impressions and PLUS • Exclusive discounted rates affiliated Apple Leisure Group vacation brands. • Free breakfast for up to two kids 12 and under at the Tiki Terrace Restaurant Booking Window: Now – 8/31/19 | Travel Window: Now – 12/19/19 Minimum four-night stay required; must be packaged with air. Complimentary breakfast for kids valid only when sharing a room with two adults. Dining credit is per room, per stay. Canoe paddle tour available at additional cost. Minimum of four and maximum of five guests per tour. travelimpressions.com | Reservations 800.284.0044

A BRAND-NEW BREAKOUT HIT Cancun. Riviera Maya. Nuevo Vallarta. And now, Los Cabos. The all-inclusive Hard Rock Hotel experience has finally arrived at one of the most desirable vacation destinations in Mexico, giving it that rock star status that only these hotels can provide. Set on the beach of an exclusive development on over half a mile of open sand, the Hard Rock Hotel Los Cabos is the hottest new place for travelers to see and be seen. Look for amenities you know and love from this brand … and, with TI’s #WeekendLearning Series, discover the unexpected, as well. Hard Rock Signatures: • Limitless All-Inclusive*, available through 12/20/19 for travel through 12/21/20 • Stunning pools with swim-up bar service, plus accompanying grills for snacks • S leep Like a Rock® bedding and Rock Spa® bath products, in rooms that all have terraces or balconies • Incredible dining, with specialties that range from Mexican, Brazilian, Japanese, and Italian to steaks and gourmet coffee • An exciting environment filled with priceless music memorabilia for endless photo ops • Access to tennis courts built just for the property • S ound of Your Stay® for your own personal soundtrack, and live entertainment in the theater for a shared one • An instrument and vinyl record lending library for adults, and programs for children to live out their musical dreams • On-site Rock Shop® for all your favorite merchandise • B ody Rock® Fitness center, featuring all the latest equipment, and stunning Rock Spa® to unwind in • E normous meeting and event spaces, both indoors and out, for banquets, themed parties, weddings, concerts, and more SAVE ON BOOKINGS THIS AUGUST! Book your clients’ stay from 8/1/19 – 8/31/19 with air, and receive room rate reductions up to 56% for travel 8/1/19 – 4/30/20. Plus, up to two kids ages 4 – 12 can stay, play, and eat for FREE when sharing a room with one paying adult! A Social Remix SocialSEMESTER OF Part of Travel Impressions’ EducaTIon First’s Semester of Social, the limited-time RSVP to the Facebook Event page #RockinLosCabos #WeekendLearning for reminders to check our Series is a fun way to learn about unique resort features every full weekend in August. Visit page for the posts each weekend! www.facebook.com/travelimpressions for all- travelimpressions.com | Reservations 800.284.0044 day fun facts, and follow us to see us on your feed … and see exclusive pop-up promotions. Use these discounts AND what you learn to strengthen your sell to your customers. Be the top booker for all the all-inclusive Hard Rock Hotels next month, and WIN a three-night stay at Hard Rock Hotel Los Cabos! Plus, stay tuned this November for a Facebook takeover #OnLocaTIon at this property for real-time, real-life coverage of differentiators you’ll learn about during this month’s #WeekendLearning Series … and maybe surprises along the way during our stay.

ROCKAWAY BAY WATER PARK New at the All-Inclusive Hard Rock Hotel Riviera Maya From the brand and resort that brought you Woodward, the amazing action park for lifestyle sports, comes yet another way to fill your vacation with thrills, excitement, and experiences you’ll be hard-pressed to find anywhere else: the all-new Rockaway Bay Water Park at Hard Rock Hotel Riviera Maya. This epic new attraction is already a legend in the making, with rides and slides for every member of the family. Explore: Eight slides perfectly sized just for children 3’5” and taller Nine slides of different sizes and configurations for kids and teens Six high-speed slides for teenagers and adults Break from the fun with a snack at the poolside snack bar, open 11 am – 5 pm. It’s all included with a stay at the resort, whether you’re a guest of the adults-only Heaven side or the family-friendly side. Fast Facts Please note that a height restriction of 3’5” applies. Children under the age of 8 must be supervised by an adult. Hours of operation are roughly 10 am – 6 pm, but—along with snack bar hours—may vary at hotel discretion based on occupancy. LIMITED TIME ONLY! Receive a $200 air credit per room with bookings of four nights or more made and traveled by 12/20/19! AND, if your customers choose a Rock Royalty Deluxe Platinum room category (with king or double beds) for at least five nights, they’ll also receive free private roundtrip hotel transfers—an ALG exclusive with Partner Privileges!* *Valid for bookings of five nights or longer made and traveled by 12/20/20 in the above room category. travelimpressions.com | Reservations 800.284.0044

OCEANS IN MEXICO’S RIVIERA MAYA In a sea of choices in the Riviera Maya, those looking for an Ocean have three: Ocean Coral & Turquesa, Ocean Maya Royale, and Ocean Riviera Paradise. Get to know them: Ocean Coral & Turquesa Set on the beach in Punta Coral, near Puerto Morelos, this 586-room resort is comprised wholly of junior suites and suites, all conveniently located near all four pools, five bars, ten themed restaurants, Mike’s Coffee shop, and Despacio Spa Centre. A 185-room adults- only section called El Beso features its own outdoor pool and beach area, plus the Blue Moon Restaurant and Bistro La Petite Crêperie and Bistro Bar. Soon to come for all is a bowling alley. 3 All-Inclusive Nights from $290 Per Person in a Junior Suite Garden View Ocean Maya Royale Built in the Playa del Carmen area near Maroma Beach, this adults-only property puts guests within easy reach of the shopping and dining of one of the region’s most vibrant towns. Recent renovations to its 320 rooms provide a soothing, contemporary feel to accommodations that can be upgraded with available Privilege categories. Two pools, six restaurants, four bars, Mike’s Coffee, tennis courts, three meeting rooms, and a theater round out the amenities. 3 All-Inclusive Nights from $335 Per Person in a Maya Royal Deluxe Room Ocean Riviera Paradise This family-friendly property is the latest to join the Ocean by H10 Hotels portfolio, and a headliner within it due to its modern architecture, Mediterranean-inspired interiors, and impressive size, offering 974 junior suites and suites, ten restaurants—one of which is reserved for guests of the adults-only section—and 12 bars, and nine meeting rooms. Five pools, including one only for adults and one just for children, join a theater, disco, casino, bowling alley, and shopping center for added wow factor. 3 All-Inclusive Nights from $341 Per Person in a Junior Suite Daisy Garden View Booking & Travel Window: Now – 12/23/19 All-inclusive package prices are per person and include: Roundtrip hotel transfers | 3-night hotel accommodations | Hotel tax and service charge | All meals, drinks, and snacks Non-motorized water sports | Daily activities | Nightly entertainment and much more! Advertised rates are valid for travel 11/1/19 – 12/21/19 in the above room categories and vary by departure date. travelimpressions.com | Reservations 800.284.0044

OCEANS IN DOMINICAN REPUBLIC Punta Cana is one of the most visited Caribbean tourist destinations year-round, welcoming 2.7 million guests per year. It’s on the country’s more than 25 miles of beaches that Ocean by H10 Hotels has built its fully inclusive resorts. Ocean Blue & Sand Located in Playa Bavaro in the shadow of coconut palms just offshore of a coral reef, this 708-room resort is a classic choice for families visiting this area. The two pools and sports section—featuring a climbing wall, sports center, and bowling alley—is fun for all ages, while the Wave Disco and Ocean Tower Casino provide entertainment for adults. Seven restaurants, two buffets, 11 bars, and a coffee shop offer pick-me-ups to energize guests while the spa, theater, and kids club offer ways to relax. 3 All-Inclusive Nights from $266 Per Person in a Junior Suite Ocean El Faro The newest build by the brand, this colonial-style resort stands out for its aquatic attractions: a water park, lazy river, and views of the sea. Elegant rooms—of which 293 out of the 618 junior suites and suites are reserved for adults only— are another point of pride for this property. Four pools and children’s amenities like the Daisy Club cater to families, while another pool is reserved for those over 18. A total of 11 restaurants, 13 bars, a coffee shop, state-of-the-art gym, Despacio Spa Centre, theater, disco, casino, bowling alley, shopping, and four meeting rooms add to its appeal. 3 All-Inclusive Nights from $296 Per Person in a Junior Suite Garden View Booking & Travel Window: Now – 12/23/19 All-inclusive package prices are per person and include: Roundtrip hotel transfers | 3-night hotel accommodations | Hotel tax and service charge All meals, drinks, and snacks | Non-motorized water sports | Daily activities | Nightly entertainment and much more! Advertised rates are valid for travel 11/1/19 – 12/21/19 in the above room categories and vary by departure date. travelimpressions.com | Reservations 800.284.0044

HOT SPOTS & HIGHLIGHTS Artist Rendering REFLECT KRYSTAL GRAND NUEVO VALLARTA – Opening November 2019! NUEVO VALLARTA, MEXICO SECRETS LANZAROTE RESORT & SPA – CANARY ISLANDS, SPAIN Three heated pools make every season pool season here, but Banderas Bay and the Sierra Known for its year-round warm weather, beaches, and volcanic landscape, the Canary Madre mountains are the real showstoppers. Set on the far northern end of Nuevo Vallarta, Islands is another “secret” Spanish destination AMResorts is letting out of the bag. this bright and modern property offers peace and quiet along with Unlimited-Luxury®. For couples who fall in love with this resort and want to return with the family, Dreams Last chance! Save up to 50% and receive $200 in resort coupons per room, Lanzarote Resort & Spa will be opening toward the end of the year. per stay for bookings made by 8/21/19 for travel by 12/22/19. Book by 8/22/19 Receive rates up to 15% off for bookings made by 4/31/20 for travel for travel 1/1/20 – 4/11/20 to save even more. 11/1/19 – 10/30/20 or up to 10% off for bookings made by 12/31/19 for travel 1/1/20 – 4/30/20. GRAND VELAS RIVIERA MAYA – PLAYA DEL CARMEN, MEXICO RIU OCHO RIOS – OCHO RIOS, JAMAICA Not very many all-inclusive resorts can claim AAA Four Diamond-rated restaurants on Be among the first to see the all-new Riu Ocho Rios, a 900-room property that has site, and fewer still can claim two, along with a Five Diamond one. Best of all? They’re upgrades for days. Set to reopen as early as next month, this all-inclusive boasts fully included at this elegant but lavish property. Three unique experiences—Grand, free resort-wide WiFi, signature theme restaurants, swim-up bars, five pools, and the Zen, and Ambassador class—let guests experience luxury in three distinct ways. Splash Water World water park. Refurbishments included a new design for the interiors and restyling of the bathrooms, bedrooms, and public areas, as well as the bars and Receive hundreds in air credit for bookings made and traveled by 12/19/19. restaurants. First built in 2005, this is a whole new experience for fans of the brand. Stay 3 – 4 nights to earn $200 per booking, 5 – 6 nights to earn $300, and 7+ nights for the full $400. Receive up to a $200 instant credit plus free stays for up to two children 12 and under for bookings made and traveled by 12/23/19. Stay 3 – 4 nights to earn $100 per reservation, 5 – 6 nights to earn $150, and 7+ nights for $200. Artist Rendering SECRETS MALLORCA VILLAMIL RESORT & SPA – MALLORCA, SPAIN VOYAGER 47 CLUB AT OUTRIGGER WAIKIKI BEACH RESORT – OAHU, HAWAII A new Catalonian palace has opened its doors, and, despite its name, it won’t be a “secret” for long. This impressive island retreat, built in the tradition of Spanish A classic hotel in the heart of famous Waikiki Beach gets an upgrade with the Mediterranean castles, brings the brand overseas to Europe, offering two à la carte new Voyager 47 Club resort-within-a-resort. Those who book Club-level rooms restaurants, a buffet, grill, and five bars—all available through the all-inclusive option. get inclusions such as locally inspired breakfasts with premium Kona coffee; complimentary snacks-to-go paired with a recommended activity of the day; early Receive rates reduced up to 15% for early bookings made by 1/31/20 for evening apps served with local craft beer, wine, or a signature cocktail; and access to travel 2/1/20 – 4/30/20. an expansive sundeck overlooking the beach. travelimpressions.com | Reservations 800.284.0044

GROUP CONNECTION TI’s Supplier of the Month! Puerto Rico is a Caribbean gem rich in festivals, culture, art, music, and East outstanding gastronomy. This passport-free, LGBTQ-friendly destination has Scenic views are everywhere in this ecologically rich area with laid-back vibes. memorable experiences to offer around the entire island. • Attractions: El Yunque, Balneario La Monserrate, and Luquillo beach. • B est place to explore nature: Visit the only rainforest in the U.S. Forest Metro Home of the seven towns considered Puerto Rico’s “downtown”—including Service and other reserves. 500-year-old San Juan. • Attractions: Casa Bacardí distillery, historic Old San Juan, and Plaza Las Americas. West • B est place for dining out: Marmalade, 1919, Oceano, Hecho en Casa, and some A surfer’s paradise, casual in feel but spectacular in sunsets. • Attractions: Maria’s Beach, Los Morrillos Lighthouse, and La Parguera’s of the most famous restaurants are here. North bioluminescent bay. Known as the northern karst for its large limestone hills and stunning rock formations. • B est place for surfing: Rent a board or get lessons in Rincón, Aguadilla, • Attractions: Mar Chiquita, Cueva Ventana, and Arecibo Observatory. • Best place for great pictures: Go to Cueva Ventana for one of the most or Isabela. Instagrammed locations in Puerto Rico. Additional recommended stops: • Vieques Island for the world’s brightest bioluminescent bay. South • T oro Verde Nature Adventure Park to experience one of the longest ziplines The hub of the island’s culture and history, as well as remote beaches for boating. • Attractions: Castillo Serrallés, Museo de Arte de Ponce, and Pelícano beach. in the world. • B est place for European art and architecture: Museo de Arte de Ponce, Castillo • Hacienda Tres Ángeles for a tour in a working coffee hacienda. Serrallés, Cruceta del Vigía, and more. SUNSCAPE AKUMAL BEACH RESORT & SPA THE VILLA EXPERIENCE Casa Mar y Sol Let the Little Ones Discover This New Resort … For Free! Live the Pura Vida The Unlimited-Fun® for the entire family starts on opening day this October 1 With a name meaning “Rich Coast,” it’s no wonder Costa Rica is abundant in with this new resort in the Riviera Maya … especially since up to two children biodiversity, breathtaking scenery from volcanoes to beaches to tropical forests, ages 3 – 12 get to stay, play, and eat for free with two paying adults. and, of course, luxury. Travel Impressions’ more than 50 private villa rentals offer a thorough introduction to this Central American paradise. Choose from nine 3 Unlimited-Fun® Nights from $1,550 Per Family of Four regions, and properties with amenities such as: Booking Window: Now – 12/22/19 | Travel Window: 10/1/19 – 12/22/19 • A full two acres of rainforest to explore—and glass walls to admire it from— Combine this promotion with up to $200 in resort coupons plus reduced at The Villa Mariana in Manuel Antonio rates by booking by 8/21/19 for travel by 12/22/19 or between 1/1/20 and 4/11/20 to stack these deals! • T he service of chefs, butlers, waiters, drivers, and adventure specialists at Villa Manzu on the Papagayo Peninsula Unlimited-Fun® package price is for two adults and two kids and includes: • Relaxing to the sound of a private pool waterfall by day and stargazing from Roundtrip hotel transfers | 3-night hotel accommodations the rooftop by night at Casa Mar y Sol on the Guanacaste Coast Hotel tax and service charges | Endless meals, snacks, and domestic and international beverages • F ast access to premier golf and complimentary passes to the Los Suenos Live entertainment 3 nights per week Exclusive Beach Club at Casa Oasis in Jaco Non-motorized water sports | Daily activities and much more! Visit TheVillaExperience.net now to learn more. Advertised rate is valid for travel 11/7/19 – 11/10/19 in a Deluxe Tropical View Double room category and Font: GeosansLight varies by departure date. Resort coupons are per room, per stay. Terms, conditions, and restrictions apply; V - is Custom Designed call for details. 888.284.3786 by Travel Impressions and Villas of Distinction Tours operated by Travel Impressions. Rates are land only, per person, and based on double occupancy. Blackout, weekend, holiday, and peak season surcharges apply. For all Riviera Maya properties, the Riviera Maya Municipality of Solidaridad environmental levy of 20 Mexican pesos per room, per day is not included and will be collected at hotel check-out. Rates, information, and opmroimssoiotinosnsinatrhebeyapTcraucvubelrliaIcmtaperteisoasintontsoimafntedhVioisllfasnpoeufwDbislsitlcienacttttioeionrn. and are subject to changes, exceptions, cancellation charges, and restrictions. 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