Travel Insider April 2017

Volume 12 – Issue 4 | April 2017 THE TRAVEL INSIDERNSIDER I Serving Travel Agents Exclusively Since 1974 Family A MESSAGE FROM SCOTT WISEMAN FUNCATION President Dear Travel Partners, They say that this month’s showers bring When kids stay or eat free, choosing to book now is child’s play. next month’s flowers … but no one said what kind of showers. For us at TI, we’re With spring break nearly upon us and summer just around the making the deluge one of deals, starting corner, it’s time for families to start looking ahead … and with those of this month’s corporate promotion—Family FUNcation, which offers free stays, meals, or both for kids—or the exclusive forward. Family FUNcation makes it possible, with ® Karisma air credit we’re offering to you as the Gourmet Inclusive free stays or free meals—or both!—for kids. Mix that brand’s featured Partner of the Month. with kids clubs featuring a full toybox of activities for However, we’re also inviting your clients to step out of their travel little ones and plenty of properties with water and comfort zones this month, with strong promotions in many sleeper splash parks, surfing simulators, cameos from destinations. Central America is one of them; we show off this favorite TV characters, play parks, and more region as our Supplier of the Month in this issue. On top of that, for a family vacation no one will ever forget. we’re highlighting free nights in Duck Key, an air credit in St. Kitts and Nevis, and reduced rates at Grand Wailea, a Waldorf Astoria Book 4/6/17 – 5/7/17 for travel between 4/7/17 and Resort as well as at all NH Hotels in Amsterdam and Sina Hotels 12/31/17 to save in destinations like Mexico, Jamaica, across Italy. On top of that, we’ve got an early booking bonus for Family you in St. Thomas, an island destination that requires no passport and Florida … and earn 1,000 bonus LoyalTI First and no end of reasons to go. points per booking! Other than the LoyalTI First points, what’s in this issue for you, you FUNCATION Visit www.travimp.com/FUNcation might ask? Our answer is up to 3% in bonus commission with Barceló for full offers and details. Hotel Group, agent rates at Ocean by H10 Hotels, and the latest news on the new direction a $21 million investment in Grand Palladium Resorts & Spas and The Royal Suites by Palladium is taking them. Family FUNcation is valid for bookings made 4/6/17 –5/7/17 for travel 4/7/17 – 12/31/17. Blackout, weekend, holiday, Need an umbrella yet? Because trust us—these promotions and and peak season surcharges apply. competitive rates will keep on coming! Thank you for your support and letting us help you continue on your road to success. Warmly, Scott Wiseman TI IS KARISMA’S PARTNER OF THE MONTH Travel Impressions is thrilled to announce we’ve been named Karisma Hotels & Resorts’ Partner of the Month this April. ® To celebrate, we’re giving you and your customers all-new reasons to go Gourmet Inclusive : an exclusive air credit bookable all month long, plus $300 in resort credit per room, per stay, added values at select resorts, and more!* Bookings made by 4/30/17 for travel through 12/22/17 will receive: $100 air credit per room for stays of 3 – 4 nights $200 air credit per room for stays of 5 – 6 nights $300 air credit per room for stays of 7 nights or more AND, you’ll earn 500 bonus LoyalTI First points for every FIT booking you make with the Partner of the Month promotion at Karisma Hotels & Resorts 4/1/17 – 4/30/17! Visit www.travimp.com to learn more. Minimum 3-night stay required. Must be packaged with air. Excludes Royal Suite, Presidential Suite, Villa, and Elite Overwater Bungalow room categories. Blackout dates apply. *Air credit and resort credit are per room, per stay. Resort credit is broken down as follows: five $20 credits to use toward wine; two $50 credits to use toward a massage at the spa; and two $50 credits to use toward a candlelight dinner. Call for details. travelimpressions.com | Reservations 800-284-0044essions.com | Reservations 800-284-0044 travelimpr

Costa Rica SUPPLIER OF THE MONTH This April, Travel Impressions is putting the spotlight on Central America’s most trending destinations. All month long, pair resort credit with jungle tours and Blue Flag beach-hopping in Costa Rica; added values with Congo folk dances and experiencing the famous Canal in Panama; free nights with snorkeling the world’s second-largest barrier reef and discovering Mayan ruins in Belize; savings on room rates with bird- and whale-watching and sampling authentic nacatamales in Nicaragua ... or countless other combinations at stunning properties from go-to resort brands. Receive up to 1,000 bonus LoyalTI First points for every FIT Costa Rica, Panama, Find your customers’ Central American adventure now at www.travimp.com/SupplieroftheMonth for travel 4/2/17 – 12/31/17.* Belize, or Nicaragua booking you make The bow on top of any perfect package is the Cancel for Any Reason Waiver, provided by Travel Impressions. Be sure to add 4/1/17 – 4/30/17 for travel any time! Earn this on for your clients! 500 points for any booking made in one of these destinations or 1,000 points when Some booking and travel windows may vary. Blackout dates may apply and vary by property. LoyalTI First is not valid on group or villa bookings. booking a featured hotel. † † EXPERIENCE OCEAN BY H10 HOTELS ST. KITTS & NEVIS Ocean Blue & Sand … With New Travel Agent Rates! Two Islands, $300 in Air Credit The best way to recommend a resort with confidence is to get a feel for it yourself. For travelers looking for a new Caribbean destination to experience, recommend And with savings of up to 25% on top of already special rates*, that’s what Ocean the dual-island nation of St. Kitts and Nevis, now offering a rare $300 in air credit by H10 Hotels invites you to do. Choose from Ocean Blue & Sand in Punta per person for 7-night stays or longer on United Airlines! Cana, Dominican Republic or Ocean Maya Royale, Ocean Coral & Turquesa, ST. KITTS or Ocean Riviera Paradise in Riviera Maya, Mexico, and travel this May, June, St. Kitts Marriott Resort and The Royal Beach Casino September, or October. Ottleys Plantation | Ocean Terrace Inn This generous offer also includes: Sugar Bay Club | Timothy Beach Resort • Complimentary upgrade to a Junior Suite Privilege or Maya Deluxe room NEVIS (based on availability) Four Seasons Resort Nevis | Montpelliar Plantation & Beach • Welcome fruit basket and bottle of sparkling wine Limited time only! • Late check-out—up until 3 pm! (based on availability) Booking Window: Now – 5/20/17 | Travel Window: Now – 5/26/17 • 15% discount at the spa *25% discount taken from current rate on hotel website. This rate is always under request and availability Minimum 7-night stay required; must be packaged with United Airlines airfare. Air credit is valid for flights of the hotel; payment must be made directly to hotel. Travel ID with valid IATA number required at check-in. departing on Saturdays only. Air credit is per person, with a maximum of $600 per booking. travelimpressions.com | Reservations 800-284-0044

EARN UP TO 3% IN BONUS COMMISSION Leasure travel with Barceló Hotel Group just became a whole lot more attractive. Booking these room categories at the following all-inclusive resorts will now earn you additional commission. RECEIVE A 3% BONUS with bookings made by 5/31/17 for travel through 12/31/17, using promotion code BAR3%. ARUBA DOMINICAN REPUBLIC MEXICO Barceló Aruba Barceló Bávaro Beach Barceló Maya Grand Resort complex Deluxe Lanai Garden View, Deluxe Pool Ocean View, Beach Superior Ocean Front, Beach Suite Ocean – Barceló Maya Caribe Deluxe Ocean Front, Deluxe Ocean Front with Hot Tub, Front, Beach Superior Ocean Front Sun Deck Junior Suite Swim Up Premium Level, Luxury Royal Level Ocean View, Luxury Pool Ocean View, Barceló Bávaro Palace Suite Swim Up Premium Level, Suite Royal Level Ocean View, Suite Pool Ocean View, Junior Suite Ocean Front Premium Level, Junior Suite Ocean Front Premium Level Master Suite Royal Level Ocean View Suite Ocean Front Premium Level, – Barceló Maya Colonial & Tropical Plus, bookings made and traveled to this Panoramic Suite Ocean Front Premium Level Junior Suite Ocean Front Premium Level property by 6/30/17 can also earn up to a $100 cash incentive!* Ask for details. – Barceló Maya Palace Junior Suite Deluxe Pool View Premium Level, Junior Suite Deluxe Ocean Front Premium Level, Suite Ocean Front Premium Level Or, earn a 2% bonus when booking a lower room category in Aruba or Dominican Republic! RECEIVE A 2% BONUS with bookings made and traveled by 12/16/17, using promotion code BAR2%. DOMINICAN REPUBLIC Occidental at Xcaret Destination Barceló Ixtapa Occidental Caribe Deluxe Grand Romance, Junior Suite Superior Room Premium Level, Suite Premium Level Grand Concierge, Junior Suite Grand Master Suite Ocean Front Premium Level, Presidential Suite Premium Level Romance, Deluxe Royal Level, Suite Presidential Occidental Punta Cana Junior Suite Royal Level, Suite Royal Level Barceló Karmina Double Royal Club, Double Premium Level, Allegro Playacar Junior Suite Deluxe Ocean View Premium Level, Junior Suite Royal Club, Suite Royal Club Superior Premium Room Master Suite Ocean Front Premium Level, Royal Hideaway Playacar Master Suite Ocean Front with Private Pool Premium Level, COSTA RICA Presidential Suite Ocean Front Premium Level Occidental Tamarindo Luxury Ocean View, Junior Suite Duplex, Barceló Gran Faro Los Cabos Suite Spa, Presidential Suite Master Suite Duplex Occidental Cozumel Superior Room Ocean Front Premium Level, Occidental Papagayo Superior Room Beach Front Premium Level, Deluxe Grand Concierge, Deluxe Grand Romance Deluxe Grand Romance, Deluxe Grand Concierge Luxury Royal Level, Junior Suite Royal Level Junior Suite Beach Front Premium Level Luxury Royal Level, Luxury Royal Level Allegro Cozumel Barceló Puerto Vallarta Ocean View, Junior Suite Royal Level Ocean View, Suite Suite Deluxe Premium Level, Master Suite Ocean Front Master Suite Royal Level Ocean View Premium Level, Grand Master Suite Ocean Front Barceló Huatulco Premium Level, Presidential Suite Ocean Front Premium Level MEXICO Deluxe Room Premium Level, Deluxe Room Occidental Costa Cancun Ocean Front Premium Level, Suite Ocean Occidental Nuevo Vallarta Junior Suite Ocean Front with Hot Tub Front Premium Level, Presidential Suite Deluxe Grand Romance, Deluxe Grand Concierge, Deluxe Luxury Royal Level, Junior Suite Royal Level, Occidental Tucancun Premium Level Master Suite Royal Level Suite Ocean Front Commission is based on land portion of booking only. Not valid for group bookings. Agents are responsible for taxes on all rewards earned through these promotions. The 2% or 3% bonus commission will be deducted from the current promotional net rates based on and applied for select room categories only. Agents must use promotion codes specified above in order to receive commission when booking. Call for details. *All bookings must be reported in BPartner by 6/30/17 or 12/16/17, depending on promotion booked, to redeem and validate the incentive. Agents must register with BPartner and BPartner Cash, providing bank details in order to receive the cash incentive. Terms, conditions, and restrictions may apply; call for details. Offer subject to change without notice. travelimpressions.com | Reservations 800-284-0044

EARN CASH INCENTIVES Barceló Hotel Group properties are always a rewarding experience for your customers. Now, they’re doing the same for you! Combinable with their bonus Register now on barcelopartnerclub.com commission promotion (see previous page for details), qualifying bookings of to “Cash In!” at least 7 nights made by 10/31/17 for travel by 12/31/17 will also receive a cash incentive. PUNTA CANA, DOMINICAN REPUBLIC Barceló Bavaro Beach EARN $100 Superior Room Ocean Front Sun Deck Premium Level, Suite Ocean Front Premium Level EARN $50 Superior Room, Superior Room Sun Deck, Superior Room Ocean View, Superior Room Ocean View Sun Deck Barceló Bavaro Palace EARN $100 Family Junior Suite Premium Level, Junior Suite Ocean Front Premium Level, Panoramic Suite Ocean Front Premium Level, Suite Ocean Front Premium Level, Master Suite Ocean Front Premium Level EARN $50 Junior Suite, Family Duplex RIVIERA MAYA, MEXICO Barceló Maya Grand Resort EARN $100 Barceló Maya Beach & Caribe Junior Suite Swim Up Premium Level, Junior Suite Ocean Front Premium Level Barceló Maya Palace Junior Suite Pool View Premium Level, Junior Suite Ocean Front Premium Level, Suite Ocean Front Premium Level Your wedding, anniversary, bachelor/ette party, family reunion, corporate retreat, and activity groups can also let you “Cash In” on their fun. BPartner Club-registered agents will earn a cash incentive with every qualifying group booking made by 6/30/17 for travel by 6/30/18. Receive $2,500 for 200 room nights Receive $2,000 for 200 room nights Receive $1,000 for 200 room nights Receive $1,500 for 100 room nights Receive $1,000 for 100 room nights Receive $500 for 100 room nights Receive $800 for 50 room nights Receive $400 for 50 room nights Receive $200 for 50 room nights ARUBA MEXICO MEXICO DOMINICAN REPUBLIC Barceló Aruba Barceló Maya Palace Barceló Gran Faro Los Cabos Occidental Caribe Barceló Maya Grand Resort Barceló Huatulco Occidental Punta Cana Royal Hideaway Playacar (Adults Only) Barceló Ixtapa Barceló Karmina COSTA RICA DOMINICAN REPUBLIC Barceló Puerto Vallarta Barceló Tambor Barceló Bavaro Palace Occidental at Xcaret Destination Occidental Tamarindo Barceló Bavaro Beach (Adults Only) Occidental Costa Cancun Occidental Papagayo Occidental Cozumel (Adults Only) Occidental Nuevo Vallarta Occidental Tucancun Allegro Cozumel Allegro Playacar All bookings must be reported in BPartner by last day of respective promotional booking window to redeem and validate the incentive. Agents must register with BPartner and BPartner Cash, providing bank details in order to receive the cash incentive. Terms, conditions, and restrictions may apply; call for details. Offer subject to change without notice. travelimpressions.com | Reservations 800-284-0044

$21 MILLION. 12 RESORTS. INFINITE IMPROVEMENTS. GRAND PALLADIUM RESORTS & SPAS AND THE ROYAL SUITES BY PALLADIUM Rodizio Restaurant – Grand Palladium Bavaro Suites Resort & Spa (artist rendering) By investing an additional $12 million into a dozen of their properties in the Grand Palladium Hotels & Resorts Caribbean and Mexico, Palladium Hotels & Resorts has made the ultimate PUNTA CANA, DOMINICAN REPUBLIC commitment to providing a top-of-the-line luxury experience for your customers. Grand Palladium Bavaro Suites Resort & Spa You and your clients will soon be seeing incredible efforts toward improving quality and consistency across all Grand Palladium and The Royal Suites by Palladium Grand Palladium Palace Resort Spa & Casino properties throughout Mexico, Dominican Republic, and Jamaica. Grand Palladium Punta Cana Resort & Spa Turn the page to learn about special enhancements! Alongside these updates will come several key new selling points that will help you recommend this brand with confidence: MONTEGO BAY, JAMAICA Grand Palladium Jamaica Resort & Spa FOOD & BEVERAGE – Five million dollars’ worth of changes will be invested into upgrading these offerings. Look for Angus and cowboy cut steaks in the near Grand Palladium Lady Hamilton Resort & Spa future, as well as upgrades to the quality and presentation of food at the buffets RIVIERA MAYA, MEXICO and for mini-bar snack selections. To go along with that, Palladium bars will soon be stocked with brands like Absolut, Stolichnaya, Havana Club, Bombay Sapphire, Grand Palladium Colonial Resort & Spa Courvoisier, Don Julio Blanco, and reposados. Grand Palladium Kantenah Resort & Spa Grand Palladium Riviera Resort & Spa GUEST SERVICES – An increase to staff by 13% will bring their overall totals to Turn the page for important news about this property! 8,242 employees across the 12 properties, which will raise the staff to guest ratio Grand Palladium White Sand Resort & Spa to a level that will even more greatly support excellent service throughout your Flip to 'Hot Spots & Highlights' for selling points and savings at this property! customers’ stays. Quality and service consistency is also being analyzed by an experienced, new-to-Palladium Director of Innovation and Product Development; RIVIERA NAYARIT, MEXICO those findings will be implemented to elevate future experiences. Grand Palladium Vallarta Resort & Spa TECHNOLOGY – The Palladium Hotels & Resorts app so many visitors know The Royal Suites by Palladium and love will be improved upon, introducing features like the ability to message PUNTA CANA, DOMINICAN REPUBLIC the concierge directly. WiFi bandwidth is also being expanded. The Royal Suites Turquesa by Palladium ENTERTAINMENT & AMENITIES – Better surround sound systems around RIVIERA MAYA, MEXICO the pools—some of which will feature bikes for in-pool exercise—will liven up The Royal Suites Yucatan by Palladium the atmospheres by day, and modernized animation capabilities will heighten the Turn the page for details on this new addition! excitement at on-site performances. Utilizing exchange privileges for entertainment and other amenities will also become easier and faster, with additional trolleys RIVIERA NAYARIT, MEXICO added to their fleet for lobby-to-lobby transfers. The Royal Suites Punta de Mita by Palladium 3 All-Inclusive Nights from $346 Per Person at Grand Palladium Punta Cana Resort & Spa in a Double Deluxe Room Advertised rate is valid for travel 7/1/17 – 8/20/17 and varies by departure date. Booking Window: Now – 4/30/17 | Travel Window: 5/1/17 – 12/20/17 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

MORE DEVELOPMENTS AT PALLADIUM HOTELS & RESORTS Behique Restaurant – Grand Palladium Punta Cana Resort & Spa All images are artist renderings BIG CHANGES IN THE RIVIERA MAYA FOR PALLADIUM You may have noticed that 13, not 12, properties are listed on the previous page as the brand’s offerings. That’s because Grand Palladium Riviera Resort & Spa will begin its transformation into The Royal Suites Yucatan by Palladium beginning 7/1/17! Renovations will be completed in various phases, so lovers of the original still have plenty of time to enjoy its many features, along with that of the adjoining Grand Palladium White Sand, Colonial, and Kantenah —for which full exchange privileges will remain available. These resorts Sumptuori Restaurant – will remain unaffected by construction. Grand Palladium Palace Resort Spa & Casino Fans of The Royal Suites by Palladium concept will be delighted to learn of the details that will appear in this property’s reinvention: • Personalized, intimate, adults-only experience • A smaller, more boutique-y environment • New infinity pool • New beach experience with an adults-only Beach Club • Access to exclusive restaurants—four à la carte and a cabaret à la carte with shows • 454 guestrooms, 108 of which will have swim-up access • Premium amenities and services Beach Club – The Royal Suites Turquesa by Palladium HIGHLIGHT: GRAND PALLADIUM IN PUNTA CANA Exciting changes are in store across the Palladium Hotels & Resorts brand in Mexico, Jamaica, and Dominican Republic. Here are some of the wow factors arriving at the Palladium Punta Cana resort complex this November: • Rodizio, a Brazilian steakhouse, will be replacing the Hemingway Bar at Grand Palladium Bavaro Resort & Spa • Additional teppanyaki tables will be installed at Sumptuori Restaurant • Expanded areas will make the nikkei Japanese/Peruvian fusion concept more accessible • El Behique restaurant’s interior will receive a new, modern redesign • Caribbean designs will refresh the Grand Palladium Punta Cana Resort & Spa lobby and select guestrooms • New beach club to come to the adults-only area of The Royal Suites Turquesa by Palladium Beach Club – The Royal Suites Turquesa by Palladium travelimpressions.com | Reservations 800-284-0044

HOT SPOTS & HIGHLIGHTS NH Museum Quarter Sina Centurion Palace NH HOTELS – AMSTERDAM, THE NETHERLANDS SINA HOTELS – FLORENCE, ROME, VENICE, AND MILAN, ITALY Three options in Amsterdam make this brand an easy sell since they clearly know their Make it an Italian grand tour by staying brand loyal across some of the destination’s most way around the destination. The NH Museum Quarter is a top pick for those who like to famous cities. Special tour pairings make it even easier to offer a complete experience. In retreat to quieter, more native zones while remaining just minutes by foot from the action. Florence, couple a few nights at Sina Villa Medici with the Chianti Colors & Flavors Tour. NH Amsterdam City Center keeps guests fully connected to the city, both via free WiFi In Rome, the Espresso & Gelato Tour goes well with Sina Bernini Bristol, while in Venice, and a central location. NH Collection Grand Hotel Krasnapolsky—a magnificent historic the Venetian Apertif Tour refreshes from Sina Centurion Palace. Sina de la Ville in Milan building that dates back to 1855—also offers an exceptional location in the heart of the completes the collection. city, but in the main square and with modern opulence. Receive reduced rates and daily buffet breakfast for bookings. Booking/travel Receive reduced rates and daily buffet breakfast for bookings made by 9/12/17 windows vary by property. for travel 7/2/17 – 9/12/17. HAWKS CAY RESORT – DUCK KEY, FLORIDA IBEROSTAR GRAND HOTEL BAVARO – PUNTA CANA, DOMINICAN REPUBLIC Midway down the Florida Keys, central to Miami and Key West and conveniently reachable by car, boat, or plane, this is the easy, below-the-radar escape your low- There's no lack of things to do in this busy complex, but the allure of playing a par-72, “Key” clients are searching for. Accommodations run the gamut from rooms to villas crosswind, 18-hole P.B. Dye-designed course might be just what they need to tempt and penthouse suites, and five villages appeal to different vacation styles. Among the them from the swim-up bars, snorkeling, windsurfing, kayaking, water polo, beach amenities: a 7,000-square-foot spa, saltwater lagoon, seven award-winning pools, a soccer and volleyball, riflery, archery, and tennis of the resort. As a Grand Collection marina, fitness center, and eight restaurants, plus available boxed lunches. property, personal butler service is also provided in this adults-only environment. Receive the 4 night free for bookings made and traveled by 12/21/17. Enjoy one complimentary round of golf (free fee, unlimited food and beverages) th per person, per stay plus half off the cart fee at IBEROSTAR Bavaro Golf Club with bookings made and traveled by 10/31/17. GRAND PALLADIUM WHITE SAND RESORT & SPA – CANCUN, MEXICO DREAMS VILLAMAGNA NUEVO VALLARTA – NUEVO VALLARTA, MEXICO With a name borrowed from the setting it lies upon, there’s no doubt that its beach All-suite accommodations and four AAA Diamonds are great reasons to refer this resort, delivers. Tranquility extends beyond its shores, though, thanks to its convenient spa- but add in family-friendliness, the trappings of Unlimited-Luxury , and views of the ® adjacent location within the Grand Palladium Riviera Maya complex. Already a stellar Sierra Madre’s peaks, and it’s a one-size-fits-all recommendation. Outdoor Whirlpool property with a vast wealth of amenities—nine à la carte restaurants, five buffets, 25 bars, tubs on every terrace make taking in the vistas that much more relaxing. Add to that eight pools—our insert on page 5 shows it’s only going to get better. But don’t hesitate complimentary green fees, a fully supervised kids club, six dining venues, and a premium to book now! Call it incentive for a return visit. spa, and it’s got all the ingredients for a fantastic getaway. Last chance! Receive reduced rates on bookings made by 4/30/17 for travel Receive $200 in resort coupons per room, per stay for bookings made and 5/1/17 – 12/20/17. traveled by 12/22/17. Terms, conditions, and restrictions apply. Call for details. travelimpressions.com | Reservations 800-284-0044

THE VILLA EXPERIENCE FLYING FACTS Cheateau de Villette AIRLINE ORIGIN DESTINATION EFFECTIVE FREQUENCY British Airways Oakland (OAK) London – Gatwick (LGW) 3/28/17 Mon, Thu, Sat Ft. Lauderdale (FLL) London – Gatwick (LGW) 7/6/17 Tue, Thu, Sat New Orleans (MSY) London – Heathrow (LHR) 3/27/17 Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat New Villas from Paris to Puerto Vallarta 465 Smith Street Farmingdale, NY 11735 Just in time for summer travel, new beach houses, resort villas, and estates have travelimpressions.com been added for even more Villa Experiences worldwide. Latest additions include: MEXICO Riviera Maya: Villa Maroma – five bedrooms; beachfront and adults-only, with dedicated staff and access to Karisma’s El Dorado Maroma Spa Resort next door Los Cabos: Mestre – five bedrooms; artistic elegance spread across 10,000 square feet, overlooking Land’s End and offering luxury resort amenities Puerto Vallarta: Casa Chickie – four bedrooms; grand palapa entrance and captivating, conversation-starting art, plus custom chef-created cuisine TURKS & CAICOS Grace Bay: Hawksbill Beach House – two bedrooms; open, Caribbean design in an exclusive community on one of the world’s most beautiful beaches Long Bay Beach: Tip of the Tail – five bedrooms; eco-, pet-, and family-friendly, with private beach on Caicos Bank and serene spaces (yoga deck, zen garden) FRANCE Paris: Chateau de Villette – 13 bedrooms; stunningly restored historical estate northwest of the city, featured in The Da Vinci Code novel Font: GeosansLight V - is Custom Designed TheVillaExperience.net 888.284.3786 by Travel Impressions and Villas of Distinction EARLY BOOKING BONUS IN ST. THOMAS GRAND WAILEA, A WALDORF ASTORIA RESORT by Travel Impressions and Villas of Distinction Frenchman’s Reef & Morning Star Marriott Beach Resort “Grand” Savings at Grand Wailea Add “reduced rates” to your list of reasons to book this St. Thomas retreat by A remarkable destination like Hawaii only becomes more of a dream when 12/22/17 for travel through that same date. Others include: experienced through a brand known for revolutionizing luxury travel. Turn your • USVI’s “no passport required” ease clients’ fantasy into reality with discounted rates at this iconic Maui resort, where • Award-winning HAVANA BLUE’s Latin American/Pacific Rim cuisine they’ll discover: • LAZULE Sea Spa • Award-winning cuisine at newly reopened Humuhumunukunukuapua’a • Live steel drum to accompany your meals at Coco Joe’s • The Forbes Four Star Awarded Spa Grande at Grand Wailea • Resort activities such as scuba lessons in the specially • All-new fitness center with complimentary classes designed pool, beach yoga, and botanical • Three pools and a kids splash zone and cultural tours • The beauty and attractions of St. Thomas itself • The Rock, a mini-resort just for kids, and The Spot, a teens lounge … and much more! Early booking rates begin at $477 per person for 3 nights in an Island View room category. 3 Nights from $852 Per Person in a Deluxe Garden King Room Advertised rate is valid for travel 7/1/17 – 7/18/17 and varies by departure date. Advertised rate is valid for travel 6/1/17 – 8/20/17 and varies by departure date. Booking & Travel Window: Now – 3/31/18 Booking & Travel Window: Now – 12/22/17 Per person package price includes: Per person package price includes: Roundtrip hotel transfers | 3-night hotel accommodations | Hotel tax Roundtrip hotel transfers | 3-night hotel accommodations | Hotel tax Resort fee of $30 plus tax per day not included. Rollaway bedding and valet parking also not included, and available for additional $30 plus tax per day each. 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. KA3576-17_VK_4.3.17