The Travel Insider, May 2019

Volume 14 – Issue 5 | May 2019 A reciation CELEBRATION ITNHESTIDR AEVERL Committed to Better, Stronger Together. Serving Travel Agents Exclusively Since 1974 A MESSAGE FROM WINNERS CHOOSE WINNERS. SCOTT WISEMAN President, Travel Impressions That’s why you’ve been a partner of Travel Impressions’ for as long as you have—the industry leader in sales and service for product found Dear Travel Partners, across the globe, and a critical member of the Apple Leisure Group family of agent brands. Travel Agent Day was May 1, but at TI, you know we appreciate you every day of the year. Another thing you know from our 45-year A CrEeLcEiBaRAtiToIOnNThis month, we’re thanking you for this support by making May Travel Agent history, though, is that we like to show you that with grand gestures, and this month’s takes the cake: the ALG Appreciation Celebration, Appreciation Month with a celebration unlike any other. Book with TI to win: a collection of giveaways and rewards that will leave no doubt that we’re committed to both wowing and thanking you in new and • Up to $2,500 with a You Book It, You Earn It commission creative ways no matter what day it is. match drawing And the rewards for putting your LoyalTI First keep on coming. • Thousands of LoyalTI First points with our Million in May incentive – From our Million in May to Supplier of the Month incentives, there’s see below for details! no end in sight for how much you can earn by partnering with us. • Five air-inclusive luxurCyoBmumckitetet dLitsot BTreipttserf,oSrtTrwonogteor fTaorg-feltuhnegr. We’re making it easy, too, with promotions for on-site credit with destinations many can only dream of Atlantis, Paradise Island; savings in Hawaii with not one, but two of that state’s leading resort brands; and free nights at participating • F ree flights for agents with the highest YOY Exclusive Nonstop Vacation villas in Jamaica. Flight production across all brands for travel through May 2020 So although our actions are speaking louder than words this month, • A place on a social media-intensive Fiesta FAM to Mexico I’d still like to end with a heartfelt thank-you for your support. I can’t • An agency-wide lunch hosted by our president, wait to congratulate you on your Appreciation Celebration wins. Good luck! Scott Wiseman Warmly, Learn more by visiting www.ALGVacations.com/AppreciationCelebration! Scott Wiseman From one winning team to another, thank you for your support! Million The three LoyalTI First-registered agents who make the most FIT/escorted or in MAY customized tour bookings from 5/1/19 – 5/29/19 will win our grand prizes: Some have dedicated a day to you. Others, a week, or even a month to 1ST PLACE: 250,000 LoyalTI First Points celebrate your partnership. However, Travel Impressions is proud to have given 2ND PLACE: 150,000 LoyalTI First Points you years of agent support and appreciation—45, to be exact! And we’d like to 3RD PLACE: 100,000 LoyalTI First Points take it a step further this month by awarding one million LoyalTI First points to a few lucky winners within our communiTI of travel professionals. Plus, we’re giving out an additional 125,000 LoyalTI First points each week this month, including through random drawings! Go to www.travimp.com/MillionInMay for details and our Facebook page to see if YOU are a winner. Agents must be registered with VAX VacationAccess and LoyalTI First travel agent rewards program at time of booking to qualify. LoyalTI First is not valid for group bookings.

SUPPLIER OF THE MONTH Grand Palladium Costa Mujeres Resort & Spa Set in ideal beachfront locations in popular destinations such as Mexico, Jamaica, and Dominican Republic, Palladium Receive 500 bonus Hotel Group offers all-inclusive Infinite Indulgence® experiences for every style, from the family-friendly entertainment of Grand LoyalTI First Palladium Hotels & Resorts to the adults-only luxury of TRS Hotels. With savings this May up to 60% plus up to $1,500 in resort credit, it won’t be long before you’ll be telling your clients, “Enjoy your stay with Infinite Indulgence®. It’s all included.” points with every Booking Window: 5/1/19 – 5/31/19 | Travel Window: 5/1/19 – 12/23/19 FIT Palladium Hotel Visit www.travimp.com/SupplieroftheMonth for participating properties and full details. Group booking you make 5/1/19 – 5/31/19! Resort credit is per room, per stay. Minimum 3-night stay required. Resort credit program provides qualifying guests with credits to be redeemed on products and services beyond Palladium’s all-inclusive offering and includes a broad range of options, from laundry service or a romantic beach dinner for two to luxurious Zentropia Spa treatments. Additional 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. UNLIMITED-LUXURY® FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY Stunning beachfront settings, graciously appointed rooms and Mexico Unlimited-Luxury® packages suites, and destinations that capture the imagination are par for the Dreams Huatulco Resort & Spa are per person and feature: course at Dreams Resorts & Spas. The Explorer’s Club for kids Dreams Los Cabos Suites Golf Resort & Spa • Roundtrip hotel transfers and Core Zone Teens Club are also ubiquitous throughout the brand Dreams Playa Mujeres Golf & Spa Resort • Hotel accommodations to help couples and couples with children have the time of their lives. Dreams Puerto Aventuras Resort & Spa • Hotel tax and service charges Dreams Riviera Cancun Resort & Spa • E ndless gourmet meals, snacks, Dreams Sands Cancun Resort & Spa Dreams Tulum Resort & Spa and top-shelf spirits Dreams Villamagna Nuevo Vallarta • 24-hour room and concierge services • Non-motorized water sports Dominican Republic • Daily activities Dreams Dominicus La Romana • N ightly entertainment Dreams Palm Beach Punta Cana Dreams Punta Cana Resort & Spa and much more! Costa Rica Dreams Las Mareas Costa Rica Panama Dreams Playa Bonita Panama travelimpressions.com | Reservations 800.284.0044

DISCOVER ATLANTIS GET UP TO $300 IN RESORT CREDIT AT ATLANTIS, PARADISE ISLAND! The destination that has it all is making it easier for guests to have it all! Resort credit for all stays at The Beach, The Coral, or The Royal at Atlantis is being offered for travel through the next year, and now is the time to book it. THE BEACH AT ATLANTIS THE CORAL AT ATLANTIS THE ROYAL AT ATLANTIS Stay for 3 nights and earn $30 Stay for 3 nights and earn $65 Stay for 3 nights and earn $100 Stay for 4 nights and earn $50 Stay for 4 nights and earn $90 Stay for 4 nights and earn $150 Stay for 5 nights and earn $75 Stay for 5 nights and earn $125 Stay for 5 nights and earn $200 Stay for 6 nights and earn $150 Stay for 6 nights and earn $175 Stay for 6 nights and earn $250 Stay for 7 nights and earn $200 Stay for 7 nights and earn $225 Stay for 7 nights and earn $300 A tropical, relaxed ambience with Just-redesigned rooms create The most iconic of all the buildings a casual air, this hotel is best suited a light, bright, and airy feel to at Atlantis, Paradise Island, this for those looking to get the most updated accommodations while a deluxe option is right next to the out of their budget. Value-minded spectacular new pool and cabanas casino and all the glamour that guests will find more than they make this corner of Atlantis, entails. In this central location are bargained for in guestrooms with Paradise Island a hot spot. A a variety of guestrooms and suites refreshed interiors or Garden stunning lobby with amenities like a whose décor is of contemporary Rooms surrounded by lush Bahamian pastry, coffee, ice cream, chic; all suites get exclusive gardens and a meandering pool. and gelato parlor is another draw. benefits, too. Looking for even more options? Up to $200 in resort credit is available at The Cove and The Reef at Atlantis! Call for details. Need ideas on how to spend that credit? Just turn the page! Earn the full credit! Stay 7 nights at The Royal at Atlantis from $1,605 Per Person in a Deluxe Harbor View Room Advertised rate is valid for travel 8/8/19 – 8/15/19 and varies by departure date | Booking & Travel Window: Now – 12/20/20 Blackout dates: 7/7/19 – 7/12/19, 11/27/19 – 11/29/19, 12/20/19 – 1/3/20, 2/14/20 – 4/17/20 Package price is per person and includes: Roundtrip hotel transfers | 7-night hotel accommodations | Hotel tax and service charges | $300 in resort credit per room, per stay All Atlantis packages include 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 | Unlimited local phone calls | Access to the Atlantis Movie Theatre Minimum 3-night stay required. Resort credit is a one-time credit, applicable per room, per stay. Credits begin on the date of arrival and expire upon check-out. No credit will be issued for any unused amounts. They may not be used for laundry service or at Mandara Spa, Ocean Club Golf Course, the Casino, Marina Starbucks, the Atlantis Signature shops, or any other retail shops, nor for gratuities for food and beverage consumption, in-room movies, or phone calls. Stays must fall entirely within the validity period to qualify for a resort credit. Two-bedroom suites are considered one room for purposes of this offer. Offer has no cash value. †Fitness center access entitles guests to complimentary use of the cardio studio and universal and free weights only. travelimpressions.com | Reservations 800.284.0044

DISCOVER ATLANTIS IDEAS FOR ADDED FUN travelimpressions.com | Reservations 800.284.0044 With so much already included at Atlantis, Paradise Island—like access to a 141-acre water park, world- class marine habitats, and on-site movie theater—your clients’ stay is only enhanced when they add resort credit. Use this cheat sheet for suggestions on what they can use it toward when booking and traveling by 12/20/20. DOLPHIN & MARINE ADVENTURES • Free swim with bottlenose dolphins in deep water • Paddleboard or kayak in the dolphin habitat, or take part in a Sunrise Fitness class on the water • Interact with California and South American sea lions • S tep into the flippers of a Trainer for a Day, working alongside staff ATLANTIS KIDS ADVENTURES (Ages 3 – 12) • Dive into COOKS@PLAY • T ake on the Performance Room and its stage and green screen activities • L et loose in the Game Room, complete with 12 gaming stations • Enjoy the evening programming for all ages • Do arts and crafts, like creating a treasure map CRUSH • G et admission into a 14,000-square-foot space just for teens 13 – 17 • Master billiards, or become the air hockey champ • Play in the Gaming Stadium, a floor-to-ceiling gaming tree with 24 consoles and two private cabanas • Dance to a live DJ, available daily, while sipping on mocktails and noshing on snacks at the CRUSH Concession Stand ATLANTIS PALS • Give toddlers and kids a keepsake they’ll have memories with from moment one: when they build it! ATLANTIS SPEEDWAY • Invite the whole family to partake in friendly competition with remote controlled cars SPECTACULAR DINING • T reat yourself to celebrity eats at restaurants by José Andrés, Nobu Matsuhisa, and Todd English • Sip a craft beer at one of the Caribbean’s best-rated micro-breweries, Pirate Republic • Have a little piece of home with Southern-style barbeque, set to a Bahamian backdrop, at Virgil’s Real BBQ Resort credit is a one-time credit, applicable per room, per stay. Credits begin on the date of arrival and expire upon check-out. No credit will be issued for any unused amounts. They may not be used for laundry service or at Mandara Spa, Ocean Club Golf Course, the Casino, Marina Starbucks, the Atlantis Signature shops, or any other retail shops, nor for gratuities for food and beverage consumption, in-room movies, or phone calls. Stays must fall entirely within the validity period to qualify for a resort credit. Two-bed- room suites are considered one room for purposes of this offer. Offer has no cash value.

GRAND HYATT KAUAI RESORT & SPA OPULENCE ON THE GARDEN ISLAND Find the true essence of paradise at the Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort & Spa. Set on the soothing white sandy beaches of Kauai’s sunny south shore, the resort’s classic Hawaiian architecture with open courtyards and lush gardens welcome the tropical breeze. A water wonderland offers something for everyone with an adult pool area, river pools, a 150-foot waterslide, and a saltwater lagoon. Play where champions have played at Poipu Bay Golf Course. Sample the delicious flavors of the island at the resort’s restaurants. And for a Hawaiian spa experience like no other, refresh and renew at award-winning Anara Spa. Book now to receive reduced rates and daily buffet breakfast for two! No minimum stay required! Want to discover more of Hawaii with Hyatt? See the next page for ideas on how you can island-hop in style! Per person packages feature: Car rental | Hotel accommodations | Hotel tax | Buffet breakfast daily Rates reduced for all room categories except for Presidential Suites. Based on availability. No minimum length of stay required. Consortia amenities do not apply. Car rental is available to qualified renters only and does not include tax or insurance. Certain age and other restrictions apply. travelimpressions.com | Reservations 800.284.0044

THREE WAYS TO EXPERIENCE ALOHA Your customers are flying all the way to Kauai with the great deal offered on the page before … so why not have them make the most of that flight by adding on another island destination? Hyatt makes it easy with three other extraordinary options to call home in Hawaii. ANDAZ MAUI AT WAILEA RESORT Luxury Redefined. southwestern coastline along Mo- kapu Beach, the 15-acre Situated on Maui’s beachfront Andaz Maui at Wailea Resort features 301 guestrooms and suites, including 11 luxurious two- to four-bedroom residential villas; cascading infinity pools; a 14,000-square-foot full-service spa with a private adults pool, apothecary, retail and fitness facility; more than 15,000 square feet of meeting and event space; and two highly acclaimed restaurants including Ka’ana Kitchen helmed by Executive Chef Isaac Bancaco and Morimoto Maui by Chef Masaharu Morimoto. Designed by world-renowned architects, Rockwell Group, Andaz Maui at Wailea Resort captures the spirit of today’s Hawaii and is a certified LEED® Silver resort. The award-winning Andaz Maui was recently named among Top 10 Condé Nast Traveler’s 2017 Best Resorts in Hawaii and U.S. News & World Report’s 2017 Best Hotels. HYATT REGENCY MAUI RESORT & SPA A Breathtaking Beachfront. Located on 40 spectacular oceanfront acres on famed Ka’anapali Beach, the AAA 4-Diamond award-winning Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa offers unlimited activities and amenities in a setting of tropical paradise. This standout among Maui resorts truly offers something for everyone: rooftop astronomy program; half-acre free-form pool with a 150-foot lava tube water slide; children’s activity pool; an extensive collection of Asian art; manicured grounds and exotic wildlife; daily cultural activities and penguin feedings; tennis; championship golf; children’s program; 100,000 square feet of event space for meetings or destination weddings; nightly entertainment including “Drums of the Pacific” Lu‘au; ten award- winning restaurants and lounges; 24-hour athletic club and daily fitness classes; and Maui’s only oceanfront full-service spa and salon. Each guestroom features a sleek, contemporary Hawaiian design and a private lanai to enjoy panoramic views and spectacular Maui sunsets. HYATT REGENCY WAIKIKI BEACH RESORT & SPA One Incredible Location. Steps from the azure blue waters and soft sands of Waikiki, Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort and Spa offers magnificent personalized services and luxurious amenities. Features include world-class dining, award-winning spa, interactive cultural activities, 24-hour fitness center, and a swimming pool overlooking the Pacific Ocean, the Hawaiian Music & Dance Hall of Fame Historical Exhibit, and more than 60 on-site boutiques. The guestrooms are some of the largest and newest on Oahu and each has been smartly designed for guests to relax and recharge. The furniture in each room is characterized by modern lines with subtle nods to Hawaiian culture and practical considerations such as a 55” flat screen television with Chromecast as well as upgraded hi-speed internet access and multiple outlet pods to facilitate electronic needs. The resort provides the perfect place for those who want to make the most of their island experience and connect with the heart of Hawaii. Per person packages feature: Roundtrip hotel transfers or car rental (varies based on destination booked) | Hotel accommodations | Hotel tax travelimpressions.com | Reservations 800.284.0044

HOT SPOTS & HIGHLIGHTS COMO CASTELLO DEL NERO – TUSCANY, ITALY THE COSMOPOLITAN OF LAS VEGAS – LAS VEGAS, NEVADA Choose between Siena or Florence—literally. This 740-acre estate is convenient to Opulence meets mischief at this hotel on The Strip, whose features include a stunning both Renaissance cities, and intriguing for the fact that it’s a 12th century castle. But casino, hammam, and Pool District with three distinct vibes—posh escape, social, or don’t let its historic roots fool you. Its contemporary design, with interiors by Paola hard-partying dayclub. It’d be remiss not to mention The Restaurant Collection at what Navone, Michelin-starred dining featuring local produce, and COMO Shambhala Food + Wine magazine named a top seven must-visit hotel, though. Eggslut; District: Retreat spa are luxuries of the present. Donuts. Sliders. Brew; Hattie B’s; Momofuku; STK; Andy Ricker; and Jose Andres are highlights. Receive reduced rates as an early booking bonus for stays booked and traveled now through 1/5/20. Receive reduced rates with savings up to 25% and a $100 food and beverage credit per room, per stay for bookings made by 6/30/19 for travel through 12/29/19. Terms, conditions, and restrictions apply; call for details. HILTON NEW ORLEANS RIVERSIDE – NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA BARCELÓ BÁVARO PALACE – PUNTA CANA, DOMINICAN REPUBLIC Everybody talks about the French Quarter, but those familiar with New Orleans The numbers are in this resort’s favor: 80% of the rooms are oceanfront; 85% have know that there are more neighborhoods worth visiting … which is why this hotel hot tubs in the rooms; and 100% offer rainfall showers, state-of-the-art technology and is a smart choice. Located on the Mississippi River on the border of the Quarter WiFi, and access to 11 restaurants, four pools, the Barcy Water Park and Pirates Island and Central Business District, close to the Warehouse/Arts District and steps from Water Park, and excellent service throughout your stay. Premium Level services and an streetcars that can take you to the Garden District, it’s as central as you want to be. adults-only property within the complex along with the P.B. Dye-designed golf course let you upgrade your stay. Receive rates reduced up to 20%, up to four Riverblends Coupons ($56 value) each morning, and complimentary basic internet with bookings Receive $1,000 in resort discounts—of up to 25% at a time—for bookings made and traveled by 11/28/19. Blackout dates apply. made and traveled by 12/31/19. Terms, conditions, and restrictions apply; call for details. CHIC PUNTA CANA – PUNTA CANA, DOMINICAN REPUBLIC Artist rendering The trusted Royalton Luxury Resorts family steps it up with this brand that prides itself HARD ROCK HOTEL LOS CABOS – LOS CABOS, MEXICO on providing discerning adults with an All Exclusive™ social vacation experience that This resort doesn’t open until the summer, which makes now the time to book and channels the heat and mystique of Las Vegas and South Beach. On point and on ensure your customers’ place at the front of those velvet ropes when it does. Five trend from premium cocktails to décor, the drama is elevated with their Mermaid Pool, pools and personal hydro-spa tubs await, as do eight restaurants and the signature inhabited by their resident mermaids, and an oxygen bar to help you catch your Rock Spa®, Body Rock® gym, Rock Shop®, and the Sound of Your Stay® program. breath again. The Hard Rock Roxity Kids Club™, though, is only for the juniors … but we think the adults will be just fine. Keep an eye out for a #WeekendLearning Series of this resort this summer! travelimpressions.com | Reservations 800.284.0044

Expthloe Erexotic • Search for the Big Five—lions, leopards, rhinoceros, elephants, and Cape buffalo—on guided game drives during the 11-day Kenya and The wild bush of Africa. The sun-lit desert canyons of the Eastern Mediterranean. Tanzania Highlights tour The white-sand beaches of the Persian Gulf. Destinations unlike any other on earth, it’s the unfamiliarity of these regions that makes them so mesmerizing … • K ruger National Park, Victoria Falls, the Cape of Good Hope—take in and that makes traveling there unforgettable for a lifetime. Travel Impressions’ the Splendors of Africa on a 12-day adventure across three countries collection of escorted luxury tours ensures it. • G et to know South Africa’s oldest city, Cape Town, over the course of OUTRIGGER WAIKIKI BEACH RESORT four days, from Table Mountain to Millionaire’s Paradise • S tep back in time in Jordan’s most legendary city, carved into red rock over 2,000 years ago, with the Petra Express tour’s four-day itinerary • D iscover essentials like the Grand Mosque but have plenty of downtime for sightseeing on your own as part of your four days in Abu Dhabi Visit www.travimp.com to view the full itineraries for these and our other escorted tours! THE VILLA EXPERIENCE Bali Hai Big Deals in Oahu Free Nights in Jamaica The Outrigger Waikiki Beach Resort is putting a lot of offers on the table for Hawaii- World-class amenities among breathtaking backdrops. “No problem” service bound travelers, from nightstand to dining. With these combinations, value is from a friendly staff. Gorgeous beaches and pools that seem to fade right into definitely on the menu. them. Give your clients more time to enjoy it all with an extra night—or even two! For all room categories: Book this May for offers including: • 4th night free • 7 th night free at Montego Bay’s four-bedroom Calypso Shores, whose • Choice of daily breakfast, brunch, or lunch for two • Use of a beach lounge chair with umbrella newly renovated interior takes its inspiration from California’s beach-chic style For Premium Club room categories: • Stay 7 nights, but pay for 5 at Bali Hai, one of the acclaimed Tryall Club’s • Daily breakfast most spacious, secluded villa rentals, accommodating up to ten guests • Evening appetizers with complimentary drinks • Waived resort fee • G et the 6th and 7th nights free at 14 properties from Discovery Bay to • Waikiki Connection amenities Runaway Bay, including the brand-new, seven-bedroom Whispering Waters on the Beach 4 Nights Begin at $759 Per Person in a City View Room with Queen Bed Advertised rate is valid for travel 8/8/19 – 8/12/19 and varies by departure date. Booking Window: Now – 5/31/19 | Travel Window: 6/1/19 – 8/31/19* Booking & Travel Window: Now – 12/22/19 *Except for Bali Hai, which is valid for travel 9/1/19 – 10/31/19. Per person package price includes: Minimum stays apply. Blackout dates may apply. Subject to availability and may not be combinable with Roundtrip hotel transfers | 4-night hotel accommodations | Hotel tax other offers. Additional restrictions may apply; call for details.Font: GeosansLight V - is Custom Designed Minimum 4-night stay required. Choice of daily breakfast, brunch, or lunch for two valid between the hours of 6:30 am and 2:00 pm at Dukes Waikiki (buffet) and Hula Grill (à la carte) and includes one item and a non- 888.284.3786 by Travel Impressions and Villas of Distinction alcoholic coffee, tea, or soda off the breakfast or brunch/lunch menu. One-time two-hour usage of beach lounge chair with umbrella valid for two guests; additional person charge is $85. TheVillaExperience.net 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 bpyroTrmavoeltiImonprsessaiornes aancdcVuillraastoef Daisttintcimtioen 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. KA27798-19_VK/kl_4.30.19