Travel Insider November 2016

Volume 11 – Issue 11 | November 2016 THE TRAVELHE TRAVEL TRAVEL IMPRESSIONS’ T Biggest INSIDERNSIDER Sale I S Serving Travel Agents Exclusively Since 1974erving Travel Agents Exclusively Since 1974 OF THE SEASON Huge, gigantic, tremendous, enormous—all of these don’t even begin to fit our BIGGEST Sale of the Season! Get the lowest A MESSAGE FROM rates PLUS an exclusive value-added feature for your clients, such as: SCOTT WISEMAN President • Third night free, complimentary upgrade, and bottle of Prosecco in Venice • Up to 20% off rates plus a private beach dinner with butler service in Belize Dear Travel Partners, • Reduced rates and $500 in resort credit in Los Cabos • Fifth night free, $50 food and beverage credit, and daily buffet breakfast in Maui During this month of Thanksgiving, it’s you, our valued partners, that • Up to 30% off rates and a daily $25 resort credit in Aruba I am most grateful for this year. • Reduced rates, $50 spa credit, and complimentary upgrade in Cancun Don’t get me wrong—I love my wife and kids, but the news that There’s plenty to go around in this oversized sale, but the best time to book is now. we were up for eight Travel Weekly Readers Choice Awards and Visit www.travimp.com/BiggestSale for our full list of offers. just as many Travvy Awards just filled me with such excitement and optimism for our future together. I know it’s you that we Booking Window: 11/4/16 – 11/30/16 | Travel Window: 1/1/17 – 4/30/17 owe these nominations to, and it’s only fitting that we begin November with a heartfelt “thank you” to you. Part of doing that is by putting EducaTIon First, which TROPICANA LAS VEGAS, A DOUBLETREE BY HILTON means providing you with the most in-depth resources out there about selling points, incentives, and more. This issue’s pull-outs include a comprehensive list of everything you need to know about the IBEROSTAR Grand Collection, as well as one of all of the Secrets Resorts & Spas. Also in this time of bounty, we have plenty of LoyalTI First points to give out, whether it’s through our Tahitian Treasures promotion or our Supplier of the Month offer, which features Barceló Hotel Group. For your customers, we have ski villa and birthday celebration recommendations for you to pass on—perfect while family is top-of-mind this time of year. Plus, we always have deals in our Hot Spots & Highlights, so don’t miss that page. In the meantime, I look forward to seeing many of you at this year’s Best of the Best this November, and wish all of you the happiest Thanksgiving. There’s Always Something Popping at the Trop A recent South Beach-inspired renovation at this classic entertainment resort creates an Warmly, even better base for a stay in glitzy Las Vegas. With a location on the Strip, it’s in the right place. But what makes this the right time are promotions like these: • Two for one Laugh Factory comedy club tickets (excluding Friday and Saturday night performances) • Buy one, get one free signature cocktails, wines by the glass, and craft beer ® Scott Wiseman at the Biscayne Steak Sea Wine restaurant bar from 5 – 7 pm daily • A 20% discount on select services at Glow, a Mandara Spa,* exclusive to Tropicana guests ® P.S. Voting is still open for both the TWRCA and Travvys; they end November 18 and 30, respectively! • Complimentary VIP coupon book for savings at the Las Vegas Premium Outlets, both North and South (must show Tropicana Las Vegas room key at the outlet information center) All offers are based on availability, non-transferable, and have no cash value. Not valid with any other offer, discount, or voucher. Management reserves the right to cancel or modify the promotion at any time. Tickets for all shows must be purchased at the Tropicana Las Vegas Box Office.*Guests should ask for the Leisure Sales 20% Discount at the spa at time of request. travelimpr travelimpressions.com | Reservations 800-284-0044essions.com | Reservations 800-284-0044

SUPPLIER OF THE MONTH Barceló Maya Beach Earn Cash Incentives & Bonus Commissions While Offering Exclusive Savings to Your Clients Earn a bonus commission when you book select Barceló Hotel Group resorts! This November, Barceló Hotel Group—now toting a new look as stylish as their resorts—is TI’s Supplier Book by 5/31/17 for travel through of the Month…but this promotion is their Biggest Sale of the Season! Bookings made 11/1/16 – 11/30/16 12/31/17 to receive an additional: for travel 1/1/17 – 4/30/17 will receive dramatically reduced rates in Aruba, Dominican Republic, and Mexico. † Agents, get a cash incentive with every qualifying booking!* • 3% for upper room categories at any resort in the Barceló Maya Grand Resort complex Book by 12/16/16 for travel through 12/31/17, and earn: • 2% for all base room categories or 3% for Up to $2,000 for leisure group bookings Up to $2,500 for leisure group bookings and upper categories at Barceló Aruba at participating hotels in Dominican OR up to $100 for FIT bookings at the rebranded • 2% for all base room categories or 3% for Republic, Mexico, and Costa Rica Barceló Aruba (formerly Occidental Grand Aruba) upper categories at Barceló Bávaro Palace For more details on these offers and lists of all qualifying resorts and room categories, and Barceló Bávaro Beach please visit www.travimp.com/SupplieroftheMonth. Receive 750 bonus LoyalTI First points with every Barceló Hotel Group booking made 11/1/16 – 11/30/16 for travel any time! The Cancel for Any Reason Waiver, provided by Travel Impressions, is the perfect complement to any package. Don’t let your clients leave without it! † Must be packaged with air. *Valid at select properties in select room categories only. All agents must register with BPartner and BPartner Cash and provide bank details in order to receive the cash incentive. Bookings must be reported in BPartner no later than December 16, 2016 for redemption and validation. ADULTS-ONLY AT MAJESTIC RESORTS TAHITIAN TREASURES Colonial Club InterContinental Bora Bora Resort & Thalasso Spa Join the Club This Month Only! ...The Colonial, Elegance, or Mirage Club in Punta Cana, that is. In those With dreamlike landscapes as precious as its black pearls, it’s no wonder categories, personalized service, greater privacy, an extended range of facilities, French Polynesia has captivated travelers for centuries. This November, our access to VIP lounges, and more all become part of the Majestic experience. Tahitian Treasures are turning wistful waiting into eager anticipation for Available only to guests 18 and up, the Majestic Resorts Clubs provide an vacations of a lifetime. environment of relaxed elegance separate from the main section, but united by an emphasis on guest service. Romance or family togetherness, whatever occasion brings your clients to the Islands of Tahiti, one thing will prove unforgettable: everything. Overwater 3 All-Inclusive Nights Starting at $606 Per Person bungalows, private motu picnics, dives beside dolphins…and a gorgeous ® at the Colonial Club in a Colonial Club Junior Suite with Jacuzzi resort only improved by exclusive savings and added values. Advertised rate is valid for travel 5/1/17 – 8/16/17 and varies by departure date. All-inclusive package price is per person and includes: Earn 500 bonus LoyalTI First points with every booking! Roundtrip hotel transfers | 3-night hotel accommodations | Hotel tax and Visit www.travimp.com/TahitianTreasures service charges | All meals, drinks, and snacks | Non-motorized to find your clients’ perfect gem. water sports | Daily activities | Nightly entertainment and much more! Booking Window: 11/1/16 – 11/30/16 | Travel Window: 11/1/16 – 5/31/17 Rate does not include a $10 per person Tourist Card, payable at the airport upon arrival in Dominican Republic. Guests may pre-purchase these cards prior to departure at www.dgii.gov.do/tarjetaTuristica/ Minimum three-night stay required. Blackout, weekend, holiday, and peak season surcharges apply. EN/about/Paginas/default.aspx. travelimpressions.com | Reservations 800-284-0044

Boutique service and luxurious hotels— that’s what makes them Grand. IBEROSTAR’s signature beachfront locations and their all-inclusive, relaxing atmospheres gain elevated sophistication when you offer your adults-only traveler groups the impeccable trappings of the Grand Collection. MAGNIFICENT SUITES The Grand difference—that’s what sets these IBEROSTAR Grand Hotel Paraiso accommodations apart. Marbled vanities with elegant toiletries. European linens with your choice of pillows and an oversized whirlpool tub or soothing rain shower are only the beginning of the comforts that await. LAVISH SPAS Relaxation and rejuvenation. It’s in the air, the water. From private rooms with extraordinary services to a beachfront massage and personalized couples treatments, SPA Sensations promises a a new level of pampering. ROOMS WITH SPECTACULAR VIEWS Look out over the sea, swim right to the pool from your terrace, or gaze at the gardens. From these suites, there’s no doubt you and your clients will like what you see. GOURMET DINING In keeping with IBEROSTAR’s impeccable standards, dining is a pleasure to be celebrated. Savor a selection of signature dishes at specialty restaurants that will turn every meal into an unforgettable memory. Fine regional wines and top-shelf liquors pair perfectly with every meal. PERSONAL BUTLER OR CONCIERGE From beachfront drinks to drawing a bath, your client’s butler is here to exceed their expectations. Whether it’s dinner reservations, breakfast in bed, an early tee time, or luggage unpacking, the Grand’s remarkable service is here to fulfill every whim. HEADLINING ENTERTAINMENT The fun doesn’t end when the sun goes down. Experience IBEROSTAR’s vibrant nightlife with live shows, dance clubs, and bars where you can keep the celebration going all night long. The choices are as limitless as the luxury. GLORIOUS GOLF IBEROSTAR Grand Hotel Bavaro Like the resorts themselves, golf at IBEROSTAR is a thrilling exception to the norm. Depending on length of stay, guests will enjoy a complimentary round of 18-hole championship golf while enjoying the perks of all-inclusive snacks and beverages from any point on the course. EXTRAORDINARY EVENTS What better place than paradise to have a group event? IBEROSTAR’s Grand Collection hotels are ideally equipped for groups of any size. Banquet facilities and gourmet catering combine to create unforgettable occasions. AROUND-THE-CLOCK ATTENTION IBEROSTAR Grand Hotel Paraiso From 24-hour room service to overnight ironing, laundry, GET TO KNOW and more, getting what you want becomes as simple as dialing the front desk. THE IBEROSTAR ACTIVITIES FOR DAYS GRAND The Grand Collection Hotels feature a list of pursuits to fulfill every interest. From diving classes to wine tastings, windsurfing to tennis, the fun is never ending. Your COLLECTION customers can complete their experience with activities led by the entertainment team and nighttime fun that includes live shows at the theater. travelimpressions.com | Reservations 800-284-0044

IBEROSTAR Grand Hotel Bavaro IBEROSTAR Grand Hotel Rose Hall IBEROSTAR Grand Hotel Paraíso GET TO KNOW THE IBEROSTAR GRAND COLLECTION Now that you know what puts the IBEROSTAR Grand Collection hotels and resorts in a category together, learn what sets them apart. Here are some of the most exciting features of each of the all-inclusive resorts in this classification. Dominican Republic Jamaica Mexico IBEROSTAR GRAND HOTEL BAVARO IBEROSTAR GRAND HOTEL ROSE HALL IBEROSTAR GRAND HOTEL PARAISO 2015 TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Award-Winner – AAA Four Diamond Award 2015 TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Award-Winner – Top 10 All-Inclusive Resorts in the Caribbean 2015 TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Award-Winner – Top 25 Hotels for Romance – Mexico GreenLeaders Platinum Level Top 25, Luxury 2016 Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Winner • Inspired by Greco-Roman architecture • Colonial-style, palatial hotel with classical colors • A mix of classic American, European, medieval, • Set within a magnificent complex on Bavaro and elements of design and modern styles, with Neo-Renaissance Beach, offering access to a total of four resorts • Grand Star Service for oceanfront and as the primary influence • Oceanfront suites provide a personal butler; Presidential suites are in addition to concierge/ • Stunning interior gardens provide an indoor/ 274 suites are available with swim-out butler service outdoor feel configurations, garden views, or sea views • 189 Grand Suites have sea or garden views; • Three pools: a saltwater pool, heated indoor/ • Dining venues include four à la carte restaurants, 104 Grand Suites are oceanfront, and two outdoor with retractable roof, and one with a a beachfront grill, and an international buffet; Presidential Suites are offered panoramic view five bars are in addition to the one on the • Full access to all three resorts on the grounds • Grand Star Service provided in 120 Oceanfront Spanish galleon replica broadens the dining options to 11 throughout and 10 Villa room categories; all 310 suites • Two complimentary rounds of golf on the the complex; four à la carte restaurants and have concierge and personalized butler service PB Dye-designed course included with stays two buffets are exclusive • Features four à la carte restaurants (Italian, of seven or more nights † • Spa facilities offer massages and therapies, Japanese, steakhouse, and “gourmet”), buffet, • Fitness center is fully equipped and features plus Turkish and Roman baths, whirlpools, and five bars scheduled activities like tai chi and spinning thalassotherapy pools, and private treatments • Pool- and beachside concierge for towel service, • Target shooting, archery, beach volleyball, in suite or at the beach sunscreen, and other conveniences darts, ping-pong, tennis, water polo, catamaran • Complimentary round of golf at the nearby • On-site Paradise Beach Resort Spa: 9,843 use, snorkeling, sailing lessons, and windsurfing von Hagge and Baril-designed Cinnamon square feet of treatments rooms, jetted tubs, are among available activities (some at Hill Golf Course or the White Witch Golf solarium, sauna, Temazcal facilities, and more additional cost) Course included with the stay (ask property • Complimentary golf on the PB Dye-designed, • The spa offers two levels and different for details since offering is subject to change) † par-72 course available: 18 holes per person for ambiances; highlighted offerings include • Three conference rooms comprise 433 square stays of 3 – 4 nights; two rounds for longer stays † beachside massages, couples treatments, feet of meeting space, with two of them capable • 4,826-square-foot convention center, able to and Turkish baths of hosting up to 100 people each accommodate up to 1,200 guests 3 All-Inclusive Nights from $765 3 All-Inclusive Nights from $859 3 All-Inclusive Nights from $891 Per Person in a Suite* Per Person in a Suite Per Person in a Suite Advertised rates are valid for travel 5/1/17 – 6/17/17 and vary by departure date | Booking Window: Now – 1/31/17 | Travel Window: 5/1/17 – 10/31/17 All-inclusive package prices are per person and include: Roundtrip hotel transfers | 3-night hotel accommodations | Hotel tax and service charges | One complimentary round of golf † All meals, drinks, and snacks | Non-motorized water sports | Daily activities | Nightly entertainment and much more! *Rate does not include a $10 per person Tourist Card, payable at the airport upon arrival in Dominican Republic. Guests may pre-purchase these cards prior to departure at www.dgii.gov.do/tarjetaTuristica/EN/about/ † Paginas/default.aspx. Complimentary round of golf is per person and non-transferable. Transfers must be arranged by the guest; hotel does not provide transfers to the golf course. Equipment charges may apply. travelimpressions.com | Reservations 800-284-0044

Turn this page over for Secrets SOME SECRETS AREN’T MEANT TO BE KEPT Resorts & Spas in Mexico! Secrets Resorts & Spas are some of them. Even the most close-lipped won’t be able to resist talking about the jaw-dropping luxury and astounding attention to detail in settings as romantic as they are sumptuous. Want more? Slip into these talking points: Costa Rica SECRETS PAPAGAYO COSTA RICA • Only 20 short minutes from the airport • 202 luxurious suites with garden or Gulf of Papagayo views • Three restaurants (grill, pan-Asian, Italian), 24-hour Market Café buffet, coffee shop, and five bars • Beach parties, karaoke, big-screen movies on the beach, and evening shows liven up the entertainment • Unlimited Connectivity with free WiFi, international calling, and access to resort info Jamaica SECRETS ST. JAMES MONTEGO BAY & SECRETS WILD ORCHID MONTEGO BAY AAA Four Diamond and Rainforest Alliance Certified • Each resort has 350 guest suites in British colonial décor • Seven restaurants, a 24-hour buffet and around-the-clock coffee café, plus eight bars and lounges • Partially heated swimming pool(s) and nearly a mile of sugar-white beachfront • Gaming lounge, fitness center, included yoga and bicycling tours, and an open-air theater • Interchangeable Sip, Savor & See Dining Experience exchange privileges at either resort Dominican Republic SECRETS CAP CANA RESORT & SPA Opening this month! • Situated within the gated Cap Cana community on Juanillo Beach • 457 all-suites accommodations with Caribbean décor, from bungalows to swim-outs • Seven restaurants, a buffet, and six bars, including a swim-up, theater bar, and music lounge • Close to two Jack Nicklaus-designed championship golf courses • Infinity-edge, meandering pool with private terrace access in certain suite categories SECRETS ROYAL BEACH PUNTA CANA AAA Four Diamond Award • 465 guest suites with a jetted tub on the balcony or terrace • 13 restaurants, a wine cellar, coffee café, 24-hour Carnival Buffet, and six bars and lounges • Sip, Savor & See Dining Experience exchange privileges at Now Larimar Punta Cana, bringing the tally up to 17 bars and lounges and 14 dining venues • Lazy river-style extra-large pool, state-of-the-art fitness center, spa, on-site shopping, and a private beach 3 Unlimited-Luxury Nights Starting at $672 Per Person ® at Secrets Royal Beach Punta Cana in a Junior Suite Tropical View with Two Double Beds Includes $200 in resort coupons! Advertised rate is valid for travel 5/8/17 – 5/11/17 and varies by departure date. Booking Window: Now – 12/22/16 | Travel Window: 4/22/17 – 8/18/17 Unlimited-Luxury package price is per person and includes: ® Roundtrip hotel transfers | 3-night hotel accommodations | Hotel tax and service charges Endless gourmet meals, snacks, and top-shelf spirits | 24-hour room and concierge services Non-motorized water sports | Daily activities | Nightly entertainment and much more! Upgrade the level of luxury with Preferred Club accommodations at any of these Secrets Resorts & Spas. Benefits include: Private check-in/-out | Preferred Club Lounge with daily continental breakfast, afternoon snacks, desserts, and drinks | Complimentary newspaper and computer access Upgraded mini-bar and bath amenities in room | Additional extras specific to each property $200 in resort coupons is per room, per stay and 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 one coupon of $20; $40 for bottles of wine at any restaurant with four coupons of $10. Resort coupons are not redeemable for cash and are non-transferable. Coupons must be presented at time of service request. Rate does not include a $10 per person Tourist Card, payable at the airport upon arrival in Dominican Republic. Guests may pre-purchase these cards prior to departure at www.dgii.gov.do/tarjetaTuristica/EN/about/Paginas/default.aspx. travelimpressions.com | Reservations 800-284-0044

SOME SECRETS AREN’T MEANT TO BE KEPT Not just limited to the Caribbean and Central America, Secrets Resorts & Spas also offers its signature style of spread-the-word luxury throughout Mexico. Mexico – East Coast SECRETS AURA COZUMEL SECRETS AKUMAL RIVIERA MAYA Featured on TI’s #DiveIntoCozumel #WeekendLearning • 434 suites all staggered for optimal views Series on Facebook; search #SecretsSaturdays • Six à la carte restaurants, a grill, buffet, a 24-hour • 266 contemporary, stylish suites; Rooftop Suites coffee shop, and seven bars/lounges with plunge pools available • Known for its green sea turtle population and for • The only adults-only resort on the island of Cozumel exciting snorkeling opportunities ® • Six restaurants, a buffet, 24-hour café, five bars, • Novel activities include SUP, Zayak Sea Sledding, and a Preferred Club swim-up bar bike tours, batting cages, and rifle shooting • Optional full-service dive operator on site for access SECRETS THE VINE CANCUN to the Great Mesoamerican Reef right offshore AAA Four Diamond SECRETS PLAYA MUJERES • 497 all-ocean view, ultra-chic guestrooms GOLF & SPA RESORT • Six à la carte restaurants, a buffet, 24-hour AAA Four Diamond Award and Rainforest Alliance Certified The Vine Café, and six bars, including a sports • 424 luxurious suites with amenities like steam wands bar and wine cellar and a Nespresso machine • Three heated infinity pools and a fully equipped, • Five à la carte restaurants, a buffet, two grills, and high-rise fitness center overlooking the Cancun a 24-hour café, plus seven bars Hotel Zone’s incomparable beachfront • Located within the 7,218-yard, par 72 Greg Norman- Mexico – West Coast designed Playa Mujeres Golf Course, one of the SECRETS HUATULCO RESORT & SPA best in Mexico AAA Four Diamond and Rainforest Alliance Certified SECRETS CAPRI RIVIERA CANCUN • 399 sumptuous oceanfront suites AAA Four Diamond Award and Rainforest Alliance Certified • Seven restaurants, a buffet, 24-hour café, and • All-Preferred Club, with 291 Mediterranean-inspired seven bars and lounges guestrooms and suites • Two swimming pools and a golden-sanded beach • Five restaurants, a buffet, and a 24-hour café, all • Theme parties, movies on the beach, live music and with vegetarian, gluten-free, sugar-free, and organic shows, and rotating performers light up the nights options, plus four lounges SECRETS VALLARTA BAY • 16,000-square-foot pool, heated during the mild PUERTO VALLARTA winters, in addition to an expansive beachfront AAA Four Diamond and Rainforest Alliance Certified SECRETS MAROMA BEACH • 271 guest suites with a private terrace or balcony RIVIERA CANCUN • Four restaurants (try the new five-course wine cellar AAA Five Diamond Award and Rainforest Alliance Certified dinner at Capers), a buffet, grill, 24-hour coffee shop, • 412 guest suites with four-poster canopy beds and six bars and lounges • Seven restaurants, a buffet, 24-hour coffee café, • Infinity pool, water solarium, heated outdoor Jacuzzis , ® and six bars/lounges and a golden beach • 13 swimming pools encompass 86,000 square feet, SECRETS PUERTO LOS CABOS including a beachfront infinity-edge pool GOLF & SPA RESORT SECRETS SILVERSANDS RIVIERA CANCUN • 500 spacious suites decorated in the rich tones AAA Four Diamond Award and Rainforest Alliance Certified of southern Spain, set within the gated Puerto • 441 modern guest suites featuring floating beds Los Cabos community near the marina • Seven restaurants, a buffet, 24-hour coffee café, • Five à la carte restaurants, a buffet, grill, 24-hour café, and eight bars and lounges and four bars and lounges • 43,000 total square feet of pools to swim in; • Weekly theme parties by the two pools, management of the eight, one has a jetted section and another cocktail parties, and cooking lessons an infinity edge • Secluded three-mile beach along the Pacific Ocean 3 Unlimited-Luxury Nights Starting at $565 Per Person ® at Secrets Huatulco Resort & Spa in a Junior Suite Oceanfront with Two Double Beds Includes $200 in resort coupons! Advertised rate is valid for travel 5/8/17 – 5/11/17 and varies by departure date Booking Window: Now – 12/22/16 | Travel Window: 4/22/17 – 8/18/17 Unlimited-Luxury package price is per person and includes: ® Roundtrip hotel transfers | 3-night hotel accommodations | Hotel tax and service charges Endless gourmet meals, snacks, and top-shelf spirits | 24-hour room and concierge services Non-motorized water sports | Daily activities | Nightly entertainment and much more! Turn this page over for Secrets Resorts & Spas in Costa Rica, Ask about complimentary green fees in Playa Mujeres, Riviera Cancun, Cancun, and Puerto Vallarta! Jamaica, and Dominican Republic! $200 in resort coupons is per room, per stay and 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 one coupon of $20; $40 for bottles of wine at any restaurant with four coupons of $10. Resort coupons are not redeemable for cash and are non-transferable. Coupons must be presented at time of service request. travelimpressions.com | Reservations 800-284-0044

HOT SPOTS & HIGHLIGHTS SUNSCAPE SPLASH MONTEGO BAY – Montego Bay, Jamaica HILTON HAWAIIAN VILLAGE WAIKIKI BEACH RESORT – Oahu, Hawaii ® ® This Unlimited-Fun resort promises exactly that with its own pirate-themed water The iconic Rainbow Tower, named for the curve of color down its side, signals park, movies and volleyball on the beach, and designated clubs for kids and teens. the way to this 22-acre resort that shows it does take a Village. Cultural immersion The destination is never far from mind either; entertainment on the Hip Strip is only here has many shapes, from Waikiki’s only outdoor luau to the “Hawaiian Word ten minutes away, but the Montego Bay Marine Park is much closer—just outside of the Day” for kids at Camp Penguin. Savor locally sourced cuisine at over your door. A location on the grounds of Jamaica’s first underwater national park 20 restaurants and bars—fresh seafood, Japanese delicacies, all-natural makes on-site snorkeling even more enchanting…and Sunscape Splash smoothies—for an authentic taste of Hawaii; work it off with a lively aerobics a unique sell. class incorporating hula. Receive $200 in resort coupons per room, per stay for bookings made by Receive reduced rates for travel through 12/25/16 and 1/7/17 – 3/31/17 12/22/18 for travel 12/23/16 – 12/22/18. Terms, conditions, and restrictions with bookings made by 3/31/17. Blackout dates: 11/1/16 – 12/24/16. apply. Call for details. THE PALMS TURKS & CAICOS – Grace Bay, Turks & Caicos THE WESTIN NEW ORLEANS CANAL PLACE – New Orleans, Louisiana A 25,000-square-foot spa and state-of-the-art infinity pool are just the start of the Set along the Mississippi River and a quick stroll from Bourbon Street and the historic aqueous appeal of this resort on Grace Bay. Complimentary water sports get guests French Quarter, this hotel places visitors right in the thick of downtown’s best attractions. better acquainted with the best beach in the world, as voted by TripAdvisor members, A Breathe Westin, smoke-free property, wellness travelers will appreciate the New ® while the romantic “Moonbathing” program offers cocktails and mini spa treatments Balance Gear Lending at the 24-hour WestinWORKOUT Fitness Studio that helps ® ® under the stars to the sounds of the ocean. Seventy-two plush suite-residences them travel light. SuperFoodsRX menus at the two restaurants and the Make A ™ complete the signature “laid-back luxe” vibe. Green Choice conservation program promote further well-being with any stay. Receive reduced rates on bookings made by 12/15/16 for travel by 12/19/16. Receive reduced rates with early bookings made by 1/31/17 for travel 5/28/17 – 12/30/17. MOON PALACE CANCUN – Cancun, Mexico BAGLIONI HOTEL REGINA – Rome, Italy ® An entertainment program ranging from famous live acts to a FlowRider surfing When a hotel has a fashionable address steps from renowned designer shopping, simulator ensures a plethora of choice for all at Moon Palace Cancun. The littlest it’s only fitting that its amenities are equally chic. Sophisticated, cool-tone rooms guests flock together at The Playroom, where a fashion room, two playgrounds, and and suites with original classic or Art Deco décor echo runway couture, but with more appeal to every interest, as teens hit it off over games at Wired. Parents will love all the ease of ready-to-wear. The traditionally Italian Brunello Lounge & Restaurant seeking quiet time with an optional treatment at the spa or round of golf before dinners turns dining artistic and cocktails creative for an elegant bite on exclusive Via Veneto. even the pickiest eaters can’t help but enjoy bring everyone back together. Impeccable service is the must-have accessory guests never do without. See Grammy Award-winning band Duran Duran play live at the Moon Palace Stay for four nights and pay for three with bookings made by 3/15/17 for Arena 12/29/16. travel 11/1/16 – 3/15/17. Blackout dates: 12/29/16 – 1/1/17. travelimpressions.com | Reservations 800-284-0044

THE VILLA EXPERIENCE FLYING FACTS King’s Estate AIRLINE ORIGIN DESTINATION EFFECTIVE FREQUENCY Delta New York (JFK) Cancun (CUN) 12/15/16 Daily Los Angeles (LAX) Cabo San Lucas (SJD) 12/17/16 Saturdays Kansas City (MCI) Cancun (CUN) 2/17/17 Saturdays American Los Angeles (LAX) Cancun (CUN) 12/15/16 Daily Los Angeles (LAX) Puerto Vallarta (PVR) 12/15/16 Daily DEDICATED VACATION FLIGHTS JetBlue Airways New York (JFK) Montego Bay (MBJ) 5/1/17 – 1/3/18 Daily Icelandair Boston (BOS) Punta Cana (PUJ) 12/24/16 – 4/22/17 Saturdays Alaska Airlines Orange County (SNA) Los Cabos (SJD) 11/4/16 – 12/27/17 Sun, Wed, Fri BOS/PUJ flights on Icelandair are registered with the DOT as a Public Charter (#16-096). All Dedicated Vacation Ski Happy This Winter Flights purchased through Travel Impressions are operated by Apple Vacations, LLC. For complete flight schedule, visit www.travimp.com/DVFschedule. Powdery mountaintops and trees like spun sugar set a scene winter sports enthusiasts wait all year for. And now, it’s finally here! Complement world-class runs in Utah and Colorado with hot tub soaks and crackling fires at decadent lodges they can ski right out of, private residences with full access to top resorts, or family-friendly chalets close to the bunny slope for luxury as 465 Smith Street Olympic as these destinations. Farmingdale, NY 11735 travelimpressions.com Options include: • King’s Estate, Deer Valley, Utah – six bedrooms; non-stop vistas out of floor-to-ceiling windows and a glass elevator • Woodside Villa, Park City, Utah – five bedrooms; steps from Park City Mountain Resort and Main Street dining and shopping • Flat Tops Peak Penthouse, Steamboat Springs, Colorado – four bedrooms; open floor plan and professionally equipped kitchen ideal for entertaining • Tuscan Villa, Beaver Creek, Colorado – three bedrooms; Ritz-Carlton amenities and services paired with European-inspired, Architectural Digest- Font: GeosansLight praised design V - is Custom Designed TheVillaExperience.net 888.284.3786 by Travel Impressions and Villas of Distinction BREATHLESS RESORTS & SPAS by Travel Impressions and Villas of Distinction SECRETS RESORTS & SPAS A Birthday That’ll Leave Everyone Breathless Make a Secret Have a client looking to celebrate their birthday in a big way? Send them on to Only at Secrets Resorts & Spas can you make the kinds of spine-tingling, Breathless Resorts & Spas in Dominican Republic, Mexico, and soon Jamaica. exhilarating secrets your clients will always remember with a sly smile and a From a vibrant, dynamic social scene to energetic nightlife, the party doesn’t knowing glance. For couples seeking to ignite their romance and revel in the stop until the birthday guy or gal is ready to call it. lap of pure luxury, this Unlimited-Luxury resort brand is the answer. ® Birthday Bash includes: Couples staying three nights or more can receive the complimentary • Festive banner on the door and a birthday gift Make a Secret package, featuring: within upon arrival Welcome bottle of sparkling wine | Mimosa breakfast in bed, reserved • Reserved seats/palapas on the beach with a with concierge upon check-in | Romantic turndown service cooler of beer Booking Window: Now – 11/21/16 | Travel Window: Now – 4/30/17 • 25-minute massage and same-day hydrotherapy For property highlights, pull out the insert on pages 5 – 6 access for the birthday guest for a handy single-page reference. • In-room cocktails before dinner* and a late night in-room party with tapas, desserts, and sparkling wine* • Multi-course birthday dinner for up to ten with balloons and cake at restaurant of choice* • Reserved table with bottle service at resort nightclub* Not valid when booking any Deal of the Day, ROH, or SALE room category. Offer is valid only for couples/ double occupancy and cannot be combined with any other added value offer, including resort coupons. Offer and all components are non-transferable and non-refundable; unused portions carry no cash value. Kauai All conditions must be met in order to be eligible for offer. *One evening of choice. Terms, conditions, and restrictions apply. Please call for details. 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 on Alaska Airlines PC #15-088/PC #16-102; Allegiant Airlines PC #16-075/PC #16-115; Frontier Airlines PC #16-095; Icelandair PC #16-096; Miami Air PC #16-101; Norwegian PC #16-136; Swift Air PC #16-091; Viva Aerobus PC #16-116; Volaris PC #15-141/PC #16-131/ PC #16-132; and XTRA Airways PC #15-095 and PC #16-103 are operated by Apple Vacations, LLC. 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