In celebration of Breast Cancer Awareness Month this October, Omni Orlando Resort at ChampionsGate brings women together for a common cause with Clubs for a Cure, a girlfriends golf getaway supporting The Vera Bradley Foundation for Breast Cancer, available Oct. 1- Dec. 31. From a Vera Bradley cosmetic case upon check-in and a signature pink martini to a private cabana rental and a round of golf on one of two championship courses, Clubs for a Cure raises awareness for breast cancer while allowing the girls to let loose and enjoy a weekend escape from the norm. And, with the purchase of each Club for a Cure package, Omni Orlando Resort will donate $25 to The Vera Bradley Foundation for Breast Cancer.
CLUBS FOR A CURE – STARTING AT $222 PER PERSON
• Vera Bradley Cosmetic Case from Vera Bradley’s Breast Cancer Awareness Collection, “Hope Garden”
• Full Day Cabana Rental
• $100 Resort Credit for Resort Restaurants or Spa
• Round of Golf on ChampionsGate • Signature Pink Martini
• Unlimited Access to Champions 9
• Premier Accommodations for Two Nights
With more than 200,000 women diagnosed with breast cancer every year, Omni Orlando has teamed up with the Vera Bradley Foundation to help fight the battle and find a cure. The Vera Bradley Foundation for Breast Cancer was established in 1998 and has raised over $10 million for The Vera Bradley Center for Breast Cancer Research.
Girlfriends can test their mettle on either of the two Greg Norman-designed championship golf courses, the National and International, or on Champions 9, the resort’s lighted 9-hole, par 3 pitch-and- putt course, followed by a Golfer’s Massage or Pink Grapefruit Spa Treatment at the Eurpoean-style serenity spa. Relaxation continues at the formal pool with a private cabana rental including chaise lounges, plush towels bathrobes, television, wi-fi, refrigerator stocked with beverages and two fruit smoothies.
To round off the getaway, girlfriends dine together at one of Omni Orlando’s five on-site restaurants and
toast their pink martinis to a healthy life and a cure for breast cancer. Omni Orlando Resort offers 720 rooms and suites surrounded by 1,200 acres of natural wetlands, two championship golf courses and the world headquarters of the David Leadbetter Golf Academy. The resort also offers 70,000 square feet of meeting space, a full service European-style spa, two heated outdoor pools and five diverse dining experiences.
To book Clubs for a Cure at Omni Orlando Resort at ChampionsGate, call (407) 390-6664, (800) THE-OMNI or visit www.omniorlandoresort.com. For more information regarding The Vera Bradley Foundation, please visit www.verabradley.org.
This holiday season the acclaimed St. Regis Bora Bora, known to be a hideaway for celebrities and VIPs from around the world, will be hosting a Polynesian style Christmas with exclusive festivities that only this prestigious resort can offer and that will grant even the most demanding guests with one of the most memorable holiday seasons they’ve ever experienced. For those looking to skip the frigid cold and snow, this is the perfect opportunity to enjoy the holiday season in the sun on the pure white sand feeding into the beautiful blue lagoon around St. Regis Bora Bora’s private motu.
The St. Regis Bora Bora provides ultra luxurious accommodations for a relaxing vacation in one of the world’s most stunning natural settings. The St. Regis Bora Bora is the first resort in French Polynesia to offer overwater villas with their own private pools perched above the crystal-clear lagoon and provides the largest stretch of beach access in French Polynesia surrounded by lush tropical jungle. Guests can also indulge in the personalized services provided by the on call 24/7 staff and St. Regis’ world renowned Personal Butler service.
Guests can start the day off each morning with a South Pacific breakfast buffet at the Te Pahu Restaurant. Visitors have their choice of exotic fruits, and or a traditional Tahitian breakfast consisting of coffee, toast, and Poisson Cru àla Tahitienne, Tahitian style raw fish. At the resort’s exclusive Spa Miri Miri, located on its own private island, guests can be treated to a Balinese or Polynesian massage. The resort is no stranger to comfort and will make certain all wishes are met beyond satisfaction.
St. Regis Bora Bora guests can partake in new and unusual ventures that are sure to put anyone in a joyous spirit this Christmas. An activity not to be missed is the Polynesian show on Wednesday December 22nd, outfitted with exotic fire dancing on the Te Pahu Beach. Following the performance, foodies can excite those taste buds with a South Pacific inspired buffet including an award winning selection of fine wines and Tahitian inspired deserts.
St. Regis Bora Bora’s General Manager Michael Schoonewagen and his team will be hosting Christmas Eve with a champagne cocktail and canapés reception at the Aparima Bar. Guests have the option of choosing between two menus this evening: a Christmas inspired selection at the Te- Pahu Mediterranean Grill, or Jean George Vongerichten’s French creations at his overwater restaurant Lagoon, also located on property. Both menus offer equally tantalizing selections, however very different in theme, the choice solely relies on the party’s mood. True Christmas festivities ensue, on December 25th when the menu and atmosphere are both decked with holiday spirit. For the younger set, or children at heart, Santa Claus will make a visit bearing gifts for all guests. Later on, guests can retire to the Open Air Cinema where the St. Regis Bora Bora will feature a classic Christmas film with complimentary popcorn and sweets, ideal for couples and visiting families alike.
Guests can enjoy their holiday vacation with leisurely days at the beach, and indulge in the delectable flavors of the beach barbeque party that will take place in the evening. Cocktails and beer will be provided, along with a variety of culinary delights while a DJ ensures guests dance the night away to a number of American inspired tunes.
When the moment finally comes to ring in the New Year, the all white party featuring two separate menus at either Te-Pahuor Lagoon will ensure that guests start off 2011 on a grand scale with fine gourmet selections and a remarkable fireworks spectacle which will be on display off of the Te Pahu Beach.
Club Med invites all types of group travel to experience the new Sandpiper Bay resort when it reopens in December 2010. After an extensive $25 million in renovations, the only family all-inclusive resort in the U.S. will offer an ideal destination for reunions filled with families and friends.
The convenience of the all-inclusive aspect at Club Med provides groups with the freedom to experience all the services and amenities without worrying about going over budget, from gourmet dining options throughout the day, and a full open bar with premium beverages to an array of land and water sports programs. From large family reunions looking for fun bonding experiences to girlfriend getaways seeking a lavish escape with private cocktail parties and spa treatments, Sandpiper Bay tailors activities and special events for each group’s specific needs.
For groups traveling with children, Sandpiper Bay creates a personalized experience for little ones as young as four months to 17 years to interact, participate and grow in programs specially designed for their age group. Our Kidz Village provides exciting activities and a water splash park for children, while the junior’s space offers a hangout exclusively for teens. Children will discover a vacation made for them and parents can relax knowing that they are being cared for by our professional team.
Sandpiper Bay will become the flagship of Club Med “Premium Sports” resorts providing golf, tennis and other fitness programs instructed by professional athletes. When it opens in the spring, the 15,000 sq. ft. fitness center will feature an indoor cardio dance studio, yoga studio and outdoor meditation areas with panoramic views of the tranquil river. After an invigorating workout, guests can be pampered at the dreamlike spa with rejuvenating spa treatments, massages and facials*.
The resort includes 337 comfortable accommodations offering various options to fit every need for our guests. Families have the option of a Family Club Room or a spacious Deluxe Family Room with two separate bedrooms and a balcony or terrace water-view. For larger groups, Club Med Sandpiper Bay also offers a “resort buy-out” option, allowing the group to rent out the entire resort for complete privacy.
The newly renovated Club Med Sandpiper Bay is the premier venue for group travelers. From family reunions and large conferences to smaller meetings and local events, groups of all types will love the unparalleled all-inclusive value and convenience of planning their function with Club Med.
If you would like to learn more about Club Med Sandpiper Bay, please visit www.clubmed.us/sneakpeek
– Sandpearl Resort -- the Gulf Coast’s newest eco-luxury resort -- is distinguished as one of Travel + Leisure’s 2010 Top 50 “Best Resorts in the U.S. and Canada.” The prestigious “World’s Best Awards” are completely decided by the discerning, sophisticated readers of Travel + Leisure, speaking volumes for the guest experience at Sandpearl Resort.
“We are honored by the recognition Sandpearl Resort has received from Travel + Leisure and will continue the legacy of providing unparalleled service and enriching experiences for our guests,” Sandpearl Resort General Manager Stuart Arp said.
Featured in the August 2010 issue of Travel + Leisure, Sandpearl Resort made its debut as one of the Top 50 Resorts in the US/Canada category. The ranking is generated by Travel + Leisure readers who score the hotels based on their experiences during their travels and their recommendations for future travelers.
To experience the Sandpearl Resort, call (877) 726-31111 or visit www.sandpearl.com.
Valid through December 16, 2010
Starting at USD $369 per night
Reconnect with the ones you love and indulge your particular passions, while experiencing the Seven Wonders on Seven Mile Beach with a daily $100 Wonder Credit.
The Reconnect package includes:
Package is subject to availability and cannot be combined with any other offer. Advance reservations are required; rates do not apply to groups. Rates listed are per room, per night, single or double occupancy, and exclusive of taxes, gratuities and other charges unless otherwise noted. Hotel and resort credits cannot be used toward room rate, tax, resort fee or gratuities. Credit cannot be reimbursed or exchanged if not used. Credit must be used during stay.
Discover The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman, and experience a place where sparkling blue waters blend seamlessly with the sand and sky. Located on an archipelago of three picturesque islands, The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman hotel offers a breathtaking location unlike anywhere else on earth. From the white sands of Seven Mile Beach to world-renowned restaurants, The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman offers guests an unforgettable and luxurious escape.
Book your next vacation at one of the premier Ritz Carlton resorts in Rose Hall, Jamaica. Located on 5,000 picture perfect acres in Jamaica’s exclusive Rose Hall, this AAA Five Diamond Resort offers the seclusion of a beachfront getaway, complete with an 18-hole championship golf course, The White Witch Golf Course, along with a full service spa.
Fall is the perfect time to get away and enjoy the beautiful beaches and relax poolside with your favorite drink, and food from Mangos, serving a variety of American, Caribbean and International dishes. Set atop the winding green hills of the resort’s 18- hole golf course is The White Witch Restaurant, where diners will enjoy panoramic views of Jamaica’s mountainous countryside and turquoise blue waters. Dinner time offers succulent seafood and steaks with pasta.
Younger guests can come along to the fun-filled Ritz Kids activities program, with supervised counselors overseeing a variety of indoor and outdoor activities including arts & crafts, making sandcastles and storytelling.
Make your reservations now. The Ritz-Carlton Golf & Spa Resort, Rose Hall, Jamaica, One Ritz-Carlton Drive, Rose Hall, Jamaica, West Indies. 876-518-0153, www.ritzcarlton.com.
ALMOND RESORTS, Barbados -- Almond Resorts in Barbados offers families a financially feasible option for their summer vacations, so they can experience all that the Caribbean island has to offer, from swimming with sea turtles to Sea Safari exploration. With Spring to Barbados, available at Almond Casuarina Beach Resort and Almond Beach Village and starting at $154/night* now through Sept. 30, 2010, two kids per family stay and eat for free, making Almond Barbados the perfect wallet-friendly family getaway.
As additional perks, Spring to Barbados includes a Passport of Savings where families can buy one activity and get the second one at 25 percent off or more with participating activity operators. They also receive one free day on a minimum three-day car rental and one Barbados Gourmet Card offering 20 percent off at participating restaurants.
The all-inclusive amenities boast more than just accommodations, food and beverage. Building family quality time, diversions provided in the all-inclusive price include kayaking, sailing and windsurfing, yoga at sunrise or simply lying in the shade of a palm tree surrounded by warm sands and turquoise waters. Also included are activities such as snorkeling, banana boat rides, water skiing, and aqua cycling. After hours of quality time, children can free from their parents to the Kids Club where adventure begins. Almond Resorts’ distinguished “For You. About You.” team takes care of parents’ and kids’ every whim. The team can arrange excursions, provide baby-sitting services, or even book tickets to events like the Bajan Roots and Rhythms show, while guests enjoy every moment on the island with their families.
Almond Resorts boasts five all-inclusive properties located on Barbados and St. Lucia. Family properties in Barbados include, Almond Beach Village (400 rooms) and Almond Casuarina Beach Resort (289 rooms), while Almond Beach Club and Spa cater to the adult only crowd. Properties located on St. Lucia include, Almond Morgan Bay Beach Resort (340 rooms) and Almond Smugglers Cove (357 rooms).
The Brazilian Court Hotel & Beach Club -- an icon of
All shopaholics love a perk and The Shopping Extravaganza has plenty. Extras include 15 percent off purchases from
Shoppers looking for an exquisite brunch or delightful dinner may head to Café Boulud for decadent, traditional French cuisine and a glass or two of the Château Durfort-Vivens. For an additional indulgence, a trip to the Frederic Fekkai salon may refresh guests after a shop-‘til-you-drop day on
Located in the heart of what is known as “America’s Riviera,” The Brazilian Court Hotel & Beach Club, a member of Leading Hotels of the World and Historic Hotels of America, is just steps from the sapphire Atlantic Ocean and Worth Avenue, and boasts a reputation as a 2008 and 2010 Conde Nast Traveler Gold List recipient, as well as one of Travel + Leisure’s 2010 “World’s Best Hotels,” achieving a ranking of No. 1 in South Florida and No. 3 in the state. The Frederic Fekkai salon and exquisite cuisine by Chef Daniel Boulud at Café Boulud are accompanied by custom-designed suites featuring details such as mahogany crown molding, Provence-style wood shutters, king-sized beds topped with imported linens and Ultra Air Jet baths with customized hydro-thermo massage menus. Private terraces featured in most rooms open up to guests’ very own secret garden, offering the perfect respite as the day wans on the golden shoreline of Palm Beach.
To experience The Brazilian Court Hotel & Beach Club, visit http://www.thebraziliancourt.com/specials-packages or call (561) 655-7740.
Summer Starts and Ends at Sanibel Harbour Marriott® Resort & Spa
Sanibel Harbour Marriott® Resort & Spa invites patriotic citizens everywhere to a two-part American summertime party this July 4th and Labor Day weekend. With rates starting at $97 all summer long, including a special 15 percent discount for Florida residents, the summer holidays bring cocktails, contests and cool tunes to Sanibel Harbour Marriott.
The 4th of July Weekend
Karaoke is the best way to celebrate independence by singing front and center at Sanibel Harbour Marriott where the first prize walks away with a valuable resort credit. For those who would prefer to celebrate off stage, a plethora of activities are available throughout the weekend including volleyball tournaments, dive-in movies, waterslides and bean bag toss contests while listening to the tunes of great live bands. Take a break from the action on the 3rd of July and enjoy classic American favorites on the pool deck buffet. $20 per adult and $10 per child (ages six-12) buys all the hamburgers, chicken quarters and old-fashioned macaroni salad any American could want.
And best of all, the fun continues through the summer as July 4th guests will receive a special invitation to return for the Labor Day weekend. This exclusive “bounce back” package starts at $129, representing 20 percent off prevailing rates and including a $50 resort credit. The secret booking code will be given to guests at the resort during the July 4th weekend. With this enticing offer, vacationers cannot find a better reason to start and end the summer at Sanibel Harbour Marriott Resort & Spa.
For more information on Sanibel Harbour Marriott Resort & Spa or to enjoy the Florida Resident Rate this summer, please contact 1-800-Marriott or visit www.sanibelmarriott.com and use promotional code FR6 during reservation process. To secure a reservation on one of the holiday cruises, please call the resort directly at (239) 466-2128.
From the Panhandle to the Keys many of Florida best resorts are offering clean beach or oil free guarantees. The offers very some but the basic idea is your vacation will not be ruined by the mess out in the gulf. You get the peace of mind that moving forward with that relaxing Florida vacation is a no loose deal. So turn off that cable news network and find your place in the sun.
Here are just a few of the Florida Guarantees please check with each resort for the details the may very a little from place to place.
The Emerald Coast offers the perfect Summer Vacation Destin-ation with a wide range of accommodations and events starting at $166 night through August 31,2010 visit www.destin-fwb.com for more info.
Guest of Casa Marina Resort & The Reach Resort in Key West Receive Clean Beach Guarantee. The beaches will be oil and tar ball free during a guest stay, one more reason to go ahead and book that trip to the carefree keys. Visit www.casamarinaresort.com or www.reachresort.com for more info.
Steinhatchee Landing Resort–Equal parts snorkeling, hunting for hidden treasure and saltwater fishing, scalloping is a can’t-miss summer event in Florida’s Big Bend. Steinhatchee area is unaffected thus far and Steinhatchee Landing Resort, a family-style, riverfront vacation retreat, welcomes scallop seekers for a busy 2010 scallop season, July 1 through September 10. One- to four-bedroom individual cottages start from just $212* per night
NAPLES, Fla. – The Inn on Fifth is stretching the summer by offering Florida Residents a "summertime" rate of just $109 from now through September of this year. The rate represents a savings of more than 27% off the regular rack rate during this timeframe. The Inn recently completed a renovation of its guestrooms, which focused largely on the bathroom and entryway areas, and added Brandstand iPod alarm clocks to the already generous list of in-room amenities.The Inn on Fifth, a sophisticated boutique hotel, rests in the heart of Old Naples on Fifth Avenue South among a celebrated collection of upscale shops, antique stores, gourmet restaurants, sidewalk cafés and one-of-a-kind art galleries. Due to the enviable locale of the Inn, guests have the luxury of walking to Naples’ most popular areas, including the white sand beaches of the Gulf of Mexico. The elegant Inn on Fifth houses a full-service spa and an authentic Irish Pub, and gives guests access to some of Naples' best golf courses.This summer, the popular McCabe’s Irish Pub will be inviting soccer fans to cheer globally and drink locally in celebration of the World Cup. Starting on June 11, the Inn invites fans to enjoy drink and dinner specials and watch their favorite team on one of four large, high-definition, flat screen televisions.For additional information and more great summer deals and packages, please visit www.InnonFifth.com or call (888) 403-8778.*Subject to availability. Not valid on July 4th holiday weekend. Proof of Florida residency required.
Omni Hotels & Resorts is announcing a special Memorial Day weekend offer that makes getting away impossible to resist. Guests who book theMemorial Day package at Omni Orlando Resort at ChampionsGate, as well as other Omni properties in select locations across the brand, will save 10 percent off a one night stay, 20 percent off a two night stay and 30 percent off a three night stay. To further sweeten the deal, guests can tweet about their stay before arriving and receive a complimentary Memorial Day Pomegranate Margarita during their visit when they book the package.
This offer is only available for Memorial Day weekend, is subject to availability with rates ranging from $139 to $229 per night and varying by property. Additional details, terms and conditions are available at omnihotels.com, or guests may call 1-800-The-Omni. About Omni Hotels & Resorts Omni Hotels & Resorts creates genuine, authentic guest experiences at 45 distinct luxury hotels and resorts in leading business gateways and leisure destinations across
Beaches of South Walton Coastline Unaffected and Ready for Summer Travel
Destination Prepared and “Open for Business”
with New Airport Opening Just Days Away
“The daily headlines might be full of doom and gloom, but what our visitors are seeing are emerald waters and white sand beaches,” said Tracy Louthain, director of communications for the Beaches of South Walton Tourist Development Council (TDC). “Our community is prepared for any potential impacts, but our primary message is that our destination is open for enjoyment.”
Visitors flocked to the destination for Mother’s Day weekend to enjoy a multitude of events, sunny skies and temperatures in the low 80s. The destination is now gearing up for a busy summer travel season, marked by all-new air service from major cities around the country.
New air service by Southwest Airlines to
Lodging partners are preparing for the summer season with a host of travel packages and events, including sand sculpture demonstrations along Rosemary Beach, Le Grande Cirque performances in Sandestin, movie nights in WaterColor, the Digital Graffiti festival in
Oil Status
According to the latest projections from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), the oil slick in the Gulf is more than 150 miles from Beaches of South Walton and winds continue to move oil away from
The TDC and lodging partners are monitoring conditions closely, and partners are developing generous travel policies should any of the beaches be impacted. Visitors are encouraged to contact their lodging provider directly to discuss specific policies and programs.
To keep visitors informed about beach conditions and the county’s preparedness the TDC is continuing to post daily updates and images onwww.BSWupdate.com, including information on a fully funded action plan to protect the destination in the event of oil reaching the shore.
For more information about Beaches of South Walton, please visit www.beachesofsouthwalton.com or contact the Visitor’s Center at
To access a 24-hour information line devoted to information regarding the drilling incident, contact the Walton County Sheriff’s Office at
