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The Shuswap Region has long been known as one of Canada’s favorite recreational playgrounds. A new web-based marketing entity, www.GolfShuswap.com  has been created to further build global awareness of golf tourism in the British Columbia interior.

In 2007, the Canoe Creek Golf Course (Salmon Arm, BC) and Talking Rock Golf Course (Chase, BC) opened for play and have been widely applauded by the golfing public. The arrival of these facilities adds depth to the already established championship golf available in the Shuswap Region.

In addition to Talking Rock and Canoe Creek, the Golf Shuswap group includes Hyde Mountain, the Salmon Arm Golf Club and the Shuswap Lake Estates Golf & Country Club. The facilities provide outstanding value for both domestic and international travelers, and are committed to working together to elevate the profile of the Shuswap Region as a premiere Canadian golf destination.

“With five golf courses, we have a real drawing card to the area,” said Bill Wilson, Director of Golf at Hyde Mountain.

“Now we can offer golfers a package, and when they return, it will not be same package again. We have more variety here now with 5 courses rather than 3 in past years.”

Travelers may now visit www.GolfShuswap.com  for detailed golf course profiles and sample golf vacation packages. An on line request form is available to obtain custom package pricing, enabling travelers to plan from the comfort of their homes. Toll free services are also available at 1-877-223-7226.

For further information or interviews, contact the Golf Shuswap coordinator, Ross Marrington at 1-877-223-7226 or Ross@GolfShuswap.com

Facilities:

● Salmon Arm Golf Club ● Talking Rock Resort and Quaaout Lodge ● Canoe Creek Golf Course ● Hyde Mountain Golf Course ● Shuswap Lake Estates Golf & Country Club

Approximate Traveling Distances to the Shuswap Region:
● from Vancouver: 250 miles / 415 km ● from Calgary: 290 miles / 480 km
● from Edmonton: 515 miles / 860 km ● from Seattle: 310 miles / 520 km
● from Kelowna: 65 miles / 105 km ● from Spokane: 350 miles / 565 km

Latest Motoring News Now on CBG.ie

CBG.ie, Ireland’s leading motoring website, is now your first stop for all the latest automotive news.

DUBLIN, IRELAND – www.CBG.ie, Ireland’s leading motoring website, is now your first stop for all the latest automotive news.

In addition to its comprehensive online market section that puts car dealers and private sellers together with tens of thousands of prospective buyers, CBG.ie has recently improved its New Cars section to make it the most authoritative motoring news resource in Ireland. All content is written by CBGs respected in-house motoring editors, and the news section is now updated continually.

CBG.ies users will find indispensable information on the latest models to be launched onto the Irish market on the updated site, which will now better facilitate new car sales.

New car buyers can easily compare featured cars of numerous makes thanks to our updated, more detailed vehicle reviews. Visitors to the site will also find stories on automotive safety and finance, plus sneak previews of the latest supercars and exotica.

What’s more, those interested in buying a new or used car will benefit hugely from the introduction of the frequently updated Irish Manufacturer News and Road Tests sections. Indeed, buyers will find plenty of clear, easy-to-follow information and advice to guide them effortlessly through the purchasing process.

These improvements will offer even better service to CBG.ie’s hundreds of thousands of loyal buyers and sellers, but will also make the site a must-visit online destination for anyone with an interest in cars.

About Car Buyer’s Guide

Car Buyer’s Guide is the publisher of Ireland’s leading motoring websites and magazines. CBG.ie is the premier website for car dealers and private sellers to advertise their vehicles. As Ireland’s No. 1 motoring website, CBG.ie provides an excellent and hugely cost-effective platform from which to find buyers for your cars. With over 50,000 vehicles advertised by 700 dealers and over 10,000 private advertisers at any one time, CBG.ie is the only motoring website to have exclusive partnerships with the leading national newspaper websites (The Irish Times and Independent Newspapers). CBG.ie is visited by buyers over 450,000 times per month, and users view over 11.5 million pages on the website per month. CBG.ie now offers free ads to all private sellers.

For more information about Ireland visit http://www.discoverireland.com  or for a free vacation planning kit call the NY office at 800/223-6470. Read Ireland feature stories from Jetsetters Magazine at this link:

Gary Player and Black Knight International executives joined developer Santiago Obarrio and his family in Mendoza, Argentina for the launch of the first Gary Player Signature Course and Player-branded real estate in Argentina.

Located in the heart of the Mendocino wine country, Aymuray Wine & Golf Club is a one-of-a-kind development that integrates wine-making, golf, polo, nature trails, six-star resort amenities and a sophisticated lifestyle – all spread over 10,000 acres at the foot of the snow-capped Andes Mountains.

Mendoza is classified as one of the wine capitals of the world, on a par with regions such as Tuscany, Napa, Bordeaux, Cape Town and Melbourne. Aptly translated as “the celebration of balance between man and nature” the Aymuray philosophy is based on respect for the pristine land while incorporating leading technology and design elements.

Captivated by the mountainous panorama and undulating topography, Gary Player expressed excitement about the company’s first project in Argentina:

“No question this will be one of the most spectacular places to play golf in all of Latin America, and I’m thrilled to have a hand in creating something truly special in Aymuray.”

The development will offer up to 500 residential units ranging from small villas to grand estate homes, carrying the signature identity of Player Real Estate.� A unique feature of the larger estates will be the privately kept vineyards, each of which will harvest grapes according to the palates and preferences of the estate owners.

Design work has already commenced on the Gary Player-designed course that will be routed through the valleys of the Aymuray highlands. Prior to the marketing launch on February 24th, Gary Player and Senior Designer Brian Lussier walked the site and discussed design concepts for the 18-hole championship layout which is scheduled to be completed in the next two years.

Hot spa retreat Grand Resort Bad Ragaz in Switzerland is injecting a shot of glamour to the standard steam with a touch of frosting! For the first time ever, the glittering gems from iconic crystal-makers Swarovski adorn a steam room that would tempt Audrey away from Tiffany’s!

The new Swarovski embellished steam room is now open and is located within To B. Wellbeing & Spa, the recently refurbished pampering spa at Grand Resort Bad Ragaz. Over 300 individual crystals adorn the walls, twinkling like white diamonds under softly changing soothing coloured lights to create a therapeutic atmosphere. Sit back and inhale herbal scented steam with lavender and mint to detoxify the body, open up pores and banish impurities.

And a tip for girls wanting a sparkling rock of their own – the steam room has already seen a number of marriage proposals within its dazzling walls from men inspired by all those crystals to bring their own diamonds along with them!

To B. Wellbeing & Spa is the exclusive spa and beauty centre at Grand Resort Bad Ragaz. Spanning 5,500 square metres and now complete, it offers a tranquil setting devoted to guest wellbeing. Enjoy a comprehensive range of spa and beauty treatments and facilities including aroma cabins, freshwater whirlpools and roman baths. Part of the new Sauna World at To. B Wellbeing & Spa, the sparkling steam room is complemented with a traditional Finnish Sauna, Kneipp Circuit and refreshing Ice Grotto.

2009 Lead-in Rates:

Nightly rates at Grand Resort Bad Ragaz (+41(0)81 303 30 30; www.resortragaz.ch) start at 275 Euros for a Double Room, based on two adults sharing.

Getting There:

Swiss International Air Lines (www.swiss.com/uk; 0845 601 0956) offers up to 20 daily flights a day to Zurich from London Heathrow, London City, Birmingham and Manchester. Return fares, including all taxes and charges, start from £107 in economy class and £376 in business class.

It’s also easy to travel from London to Zurich by train, taking Eurostar to Paris, then a direct Paris-Switzerland high-speed TGV. TGVs from Paris to Zurich are run by Lyria, a consortium of the French and Swiss national railways. From Zurich, Bad Ragaz is an easy train ride away – it takes about 1 hour and the trains run about every 30 minutes.

www.resortragaz.ch

FOR THE NEW NAPA LOOK NORTH TO NOVA SCOTIA

Atlantic Canada Province to Boast 13 Wineries by 2010

HALIFAX, Nova Scotia, Atlantic Canada, March 18, 2009 – Wine lovers listen up. One of our neighbors to the north may just be the next destination for oenophiles. Nova Scotia, one of the four provinces of Atlantic Canada, is producing award-winning wines and inviting visitors to come taste new vintages, learn about winemaking, and even stomp the grapes.

By 2010, Nova Scotia will have 13 wineries in its five wine-growing regions the Annapolis Valley, Bear River Valley, LaHave River Valley, Malagash Peninsula and Marble Mountain in Cape Breton. Currently there are 11 wineries: L’Acadie Vineyards, Bear River Vineyards, Benjamin Bridge, Blomidon Estate Winery, Domaine de Grand Pré, Gaspereau Vineyards, Sainte-Famille Wines, Petite Riviere Vineyards, Jost Vineyards and Lunenburg County and Williamsdale Winery making fruit wines.

Last spring, L’Acadie Vineyards, named after Nova Scotia’s signature white grape, opened as the province’s first organic winery. Opening May 1, the Muir Murray Estate Winery will offer wine tastings, winemaking and grape-growing seminars. While the Benjamin Bridge Winery isn’t open for visitors yet, it is already producing wines. Its Nova 7 sold out in a month. When it officially opens next year, it will be the second winery to have an on-site restaurant. Nova Scotia has near perfect climatic conditions for sparkling wines, and the winery’s first vintage of its Méthode Classique wine will debut in 2011.

Arguably one of the first areas to cultivate grapes in North America, Nova Scotia has had a long tradition of growing grapes for wine dating back to the 1600s. Hybrids like Seyval blanc and New York Muscat and red hybrids like Marechal Foch and Baco Noir are attracting notice from experts and oenophiles, with local winemakers taking home 19 medals at the 2008 All Canadian Wine Championship. In 2005, the province’s wine sales were at $5.6 million, and by 2020, the Winery Association of Nova Scotia predicts that will rise to $18.8 million.

In the Annapolis Valley, only an hour from Halifax, visitors can tour four wineries and sample wines at L’Acadie, Gaspereau and Muir Murray Estate and then enjoy lunch at Domaine de Grand Pré.

From September 7 through October 30, the 2009, Nova Scotia Fall Wine Festival will offer more than 35 tastings, grape stomps, gourmet dinners, cooking classes and food pairing events. For more information, go to www.winesofnovascotia.ca

The province of Nova Scotia is part of the Atlantic Canada Tourism Partnership (ACTP), a nine member pan-Atlantic partnership comprised of the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency, the four Atlantic Canada Tourism Industry Associations, and the four departments responsible for tourism for the provinces of New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island.

For further information, go to www.novascotia.com  (1-800-565-0000). And for information about the other three provinces, go to www.tourismnewbrunswick.ca (1-800-561-0123), www.newfoundlandlabrador.com  (1-800-563-NFLD) and www.gentleisland.com  (1-800-463-4PEI).

April 24-26, 2009

The 4th Annual Strawberry Hill “High Stakes” Backgammon Tournament is scheduled for the weekend of April 24-26, 2009. This unique event centered around the classic game of backgammon will have a maximum of 32 entrants who will be participate for over J$2.0M (approx. US$20,000) in cash & prizes.

Entry fee is US$500 of which 85% is returned to winners in cash prizes. Cash prizes are awarded up to 6th place. Throughout the weekend, players will enjoy delectable foods and a selection of premium liquors and rums, which will be included in the registration fee.

The three-day event kicks off on Friday evening with a welcome cocktail party and registration at the boutique hotel’s newly refurbished ‘Living Lounge.’ The tournament play will commence at 10:00am sharp on Saturday, April 25th and last into the EARLY evening.

During the day, there will also be an exciting art exhibit from British Pop Artist, Peter Gee and the Impressionist painter Sophia Arts, as well as students from the Edna Manley School and other local artists.

Local vendors will adorn the lawns with flower stalls and custom soft furnishings available for sale.

The public is invited to spend the day watching the games and participating in the festivities, which will also include a high tea before the sun goes down.

In the evening players and guests will gather in the Jade Courtyard to dine on a 4-course meal and enjoy live jazz music. The tournament concludes on Sunday, April 26th at 4:30pm followed by an exciting prize-giving ceremony.

Flights to Kingston are recommended as Strawberry Hill Hotel & Spa is nestled in the Blue Mountains, 30 minutes from the capital city.

Be sure to BOOK EARLY as spaces are limited!

Please direct all your tournament queries to Alastair Macbeath at alastairmacbeath@yahoo.com or 1 876-942-2311/1 876-999-0741.

Starwood Hotels & Resorts  announced the opening of Four Points by Sheraton Kuching, the first new international hotel to open in Kuching, Malaysia in almost two decades. Owned by Global Ulpine Sdn. Bhd., the newly constructed hotel is also the brand’s first open in South East Asia. Four Points by Sheraton Kuching offers 421 spacious rooms, comfortable beds, and a lively, social atmosphere.

Located just minutes from Kuching International Airport, Four Points by Sheraton Kuching is adjacent to the Gyratory roundabout, 15 minutes south of the city center. Guests can explore the local area on foot or take a short taxi ride to discover the city’s diverse selection of shops, restaurants, temples and bazaars. Nearby attractions include Sarawak Cultural Village, Damai Beach and the orangutans of Borneo at the Semenggoh Wildlife Centre.

“Four Points by Sheraton is delighted to welcome guests to Kuching, one of Malaysia’s most colorful and dynamic cities,” said Sandy Swider, Vice President, Four Points by Sheraton. “Four Points by Sheraton gives guests just what they need – comfortable rooms, an inviting social atmosphere and extras to help them feel fulfilled at the end of the day.”

“We’re extremely excited to introduce the Four Points by Sheraton brand to Malaysia,” said Mal McArdle, General Manager of Four Points by Sheraton Kuching. “We offer guests approachable and straightforward hospitality – a style that will work really well for the Kuching market.”

Developed and owned by Global Upline Sdn. Bhd., Four Points by Sheraton Kuching combines modern architectural design with practical use of space. The hotel is opening just 11 months following the start of construction.

“The simple functionality of our design allows us to introduce the Four Points’ honest, uncomplicated hospitality to a market that’s hungry for a new international hospitality brand,” said Bobby Ting, Assistant Managing Director of Global Upline. “This property is testament to our ability to deliver turnkey projects to the market in an accelerated timeframe.”

Boasting high ceilings and tall glass windows in its spacious lobby, the hotel showcases the revitalized design aesthetic of Four Points by Sheraton with simple furnishings, clean lines, classic forms and a contemporary look. All guestrooms will offer the signature Four Points by Sheraton Four Comfort Bed, large workspace with ergonomic desk chair, 32-inch plasma television and a laptop-sized safe. Premier category of rooms also offer iPod entertainment docks, complimentary Wi-Fi and access to the Premier Lounge, while the bathroom offers a refreshing rainforest shower and sleek, vanity sink.

Extensive banquet and conferencing facilities cater to meetings and functions of all kinds. The hotel’s stylish Rainforest Ballroom can accommodate up to 1,300 people for a sit-down banquet and is one of the largest banquet spaces in the city. To improve traffic flow, the hotel features a separate main entrance for larger groups and banquet and conference attendees as well as individual elevators to the Ballroom and meeting facilities.

Four Points by Sheraton Kuching also offers three restaurants and lounges on the lobby level including the Eatery, an all-day dining restaurant serving up international delicacies and local favorites for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Designed for buffets with live cooking stations and colorful treats for children of all ages, The Eatery can accommodate up to 306 people and includes two private rooms. Wrapped, a café-deli is ideal a quick, simple bite and a great coffee and The Lounge provides the perfect ambience for light business discussions or relaxing cocktails with friends.

The state-of-the-art fitness center is outfitted with the latest in Technogym equipment. Additional facilities include an outdoor swimming pool and pool bar, a spa with eight treatment rooms, steam room and sauna and a 24-hour business center. WiFi is available and complimentary in the lobby and other public spaces.

As an added service to guests, Four Points by Sheraton Kuching will be the first hotel in the city to offer guests complimentary shuttle transfers between the hotel and the airport as well as to and from the city’s commercial center.

Bookings can be made directly through the hotel by emailing Reservations.Kuching@fourpoints.com.

Alternatively, guests can access the hotel’s website www.fourpoints.com/kuching  or call the toll free number 1800 80 1001.

Explore Thailand With Over the Hill Gang International

Beyond Boundaries Travel in partnership with Over the Hill Gang International is offering a bike adventure designed specifically for the 50 + crowd. This 17 day cycle tour of Thailand that will allow visitors to experience this tropical nation from the busy metropolis of Bangkok to the Golden Triangle where Thailand and Laos meet. Along the way, cyclists will be staying in finely appointed hotels chosen for their uniqueness and high level of service. Along with miles of cycling, travelers will ride the Thai Burma Railway while hearing the story of the POW’s in World War II who were forced to endure unimaginable hardship to construct the bridge over the River Kwai.

There will be boat rides and a very special day of easy kayaking.

Near the Golden Triangle, adventurers will ride elephants, which are central to the Thai culture and transportation.

Other highlights include visiting the ancient temples of Ayutthaya, riding bikes around the area of the Thai Burma Railway, including the Bridge over the Kwai River, visiting the Allied War Museum and Cemetery, a visit to the Golden Triangle, and a visit to Krabi, known for its pristine beaches and limestone Karsts.

Dates: June 15-July 1, 2009.

Cost: $4995 ($1250 Single Supplement).

www.beyondboundariestravel.com

The Westin Edina Galleria

Edina, Minn. – Galleria and Westin® Hotels & Resorts are pleased to announce that The Westin Edina Galleria opened its doors and welcomed guests on Thursday, August 21, 2008.

“We’ve been grateful for the ongoing support we’ve received from the City of Edina, the surrounding community and our Galleria merchants and shoppers,” said Owner/Developer Warren Beck of Gabbert & Beck. “We enjoy being able to share the relaxing and enriching Westin experience with our neighbors and we know that The Westin Edina Galleria embodies the city’s effortless style and gracious attitude.”

Conveniently connected to the upscale Galleria shopping center in the heart of Edina, The Westin Edina Galleria, recipient of the 2009 AAA Four Diamond Award, features 225 guestrooms on floors one through seven and the state’s first suburban McCormick & Schmick’s Seafood Restaurant.

Above the hotel, floors eight through 18 offer 82 luxury condos featuring one-, two-, three- and four-bedroom units. Condominium residents began moving into their new homes in October 2008.

As part of the Starwood family of hotels and resorts, Westin Hotels & Resorts offer guests the services, products and amenities that rejuvenate, renew and restore their mind, body and spirit. Both hotel guests and condo residents enjoy the full range of Westin’s signature services and amenities. The Westin Edina Galleria is managed by Wischermann Partners, Inc., a Starwood Hotel’s Preferred Management Company.

“We are pleased to bring personal renewal to both guests of the hotel and owners of the residences,” said Sue Brush, senior vice president Westin Hotels & Resorts. “This property has the added advantage of providing guests with direct access to high-end shopping and dining at the adjoining Galleria shopping center, and is close to all that Edina and Minneapolis/St. Paul have to offer.”

Banquet and Meeting Facilities. Construction began in January 2007, and Edina residents and Galleria guests and shoppers witnessed the gracious 18-story, glass-walled building rise at the center’s east end. The Westin Edina Galleria was thoughtfully designed to complement the surrounding neighborhood.

In addition to the excitement of the four-star hotel, the buzz around Edina and the surrounding area is about the hotel’s banquet and meeting facilities.

“We are receiving many inquiries regarding our flexible meeting space, which is designed for a wide variety of occasions and functions,” said Patrick Clemons, director of sales and marketing.

With 9,100 square feet of flexible event space, including a beautiful Grand Ballroom with room for up to 350 guests, the hotel can accommodate business meetings and special occasions. The hotel’s event services include Executive Meeting Specialists, the hotel’s culinary team plus state-of-the-art facilities such as wireless Internet and the latest in AV technologies. Spaces include the 5,100+-square foot Grand Ballroom, plus the Junior Ballroom, two meeting rooms and a boardroom.

While area businesses are actively reserving meeting spaces, the hotel began receiving ‘save-the-date’ requests for weddings and receptions a full year before it was scheduled to open.

Guest Rooms. The centerpiece of each Westin Edina Galleria guestroom is a plush Heavenly® Bed; Westin’s custom designed pillow-top mattress set and all-white high thread-count sheets, down blanket, duvet and pillows. Each room also includes a high-definition 37-inch LCD screen television and wireless Internet access. The Heavenly Bath® is also an industry first, and offers a fully customizable shower experience and a separate soaking tub. The bath includes the sumptuous Heavenly Robe® and Heavenly Bath Towel®.

The hotel also includes six luxury suites that offer more than twice the square-footage of other rooms. The suites include separate living and sleeping areas. The living area includes a wet bar, living room, table for six and a half-bathroom. Separated from the living area by a door, the sleeping area has a separate, full, private bathroom.

Amenities and Services. Part of the Starwood family of hotels and resorts, Westin Hotels & Resorts are a haven of serenity and distinctive alternatives for those who appreciate a higher standard; The Westin Edina Galleria is no exception.

Guests enjoy amenities including access to the 24-hour WestinWORKOUT fitness center that includes cardiovascular equipment, weight machines and an indoor heated pool and whirlpool. Additional amenities include wired and wireless Internet access in guest rooms, meeting spaces and public areas, an onsite Business Center, 24-hour room service, concierge services, an outdoor garden and terrace area, and more. For travelers with pets, the hotel also welcomes pets and even offers an oversized Heavenly Dog Bed®.

The Westin hotel owner and design team understood cold Minnesota winters and wanted to offer their guests ‘weatherproof’ access to Galleria during the colder Minnesota months. In addition to easy above-ground access between the hotel and Galleria, the architectural team included a below-street level climate-controlled walkway to the shopping center.

Galleria. Just moments from Downtown Minneapolis and the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, The Westin Edina Galleria is near several renowned golf courses, including Interlachen Country Club, home of the 2008 U.S. Women’s Open, and Hazeltine National Golf Club, where the 2009 PGA Championship will be played; sports arenas; the Minneapolis Convention Center, the Walker Art Center and, of course, just steps away from Galleria’s Shops of Distinction.

Galleria is a shopping experience unlike any other in the nation. With an upscale blend of over 70 local and national retailers, the Center is recognized for its luxury brands that offer internationally-recognized collections from merchants including Tiffany & Co., BCBG Max Azria, Williams-Sonoma and Crate & Barrel. The Center also features upscale specialty shops including Ampersand, Twill by Scott Dayton, Trail Mark, Three Rooms and Scheherazade Jewelers as well as many other locally-owned, one-of-a-kind shops.

The Center is home to four distinct restaurants – Good Earth Restaurant and Bakery, Kozy’s Steaks & Seafood, Crave, and Big Bowl. And, if guests or residents need help with last-minute gifts, travel purchases or something for themselves; they have access to Galleria’s personal shopping services.

Whether a hotel guest or a resident, the staff at The Westin Edina Galleria looks forward to making each day a memorable one, full of luxury and pampering.

For catering, meetings or events, please contact the Sales and Catering team at (952) 567-5000.

For room reservations, please call (888) 627-8245 or visit www.Westin.com/EdinaGalleria

Work with Amazing Mendoza Tours to plan a custom vacation, meeting, workshop or reunion of family or friends in the Capital of Argentina’s Wine Country. Use their in-town Posada de Rosas boutique inn as a base for educational, business events. Rising value of U.S. dollar offers luxury for less.

Amazing Mendoza Tours LLC has posted options for Mendoza wine country tours, workshops, seminars, business meetings and reunions of family and friends on the company’s newly updated website, http://www.amazingmendoza.com

Ellen Hoffman, co-owner of Amazing Mendoza Tours, explained: “Our custom-designed, entertaining and stimulating programs respond specifically to a wide range of visitor interests for both business and pleasure.”

She listed five compelling reasons to visit Mendoza in 2009:
• It’s one of the few places in the world where the U.S. dollar continues to increase in value
• In any currency, Mendoza offers great value
• Wonderful wines, good food, awesome scenery and friendly people
• Mild climate all year with little rain (it’s a desert oasis); seasons opposite from those in Europe or North America
• Whatever your personal interests and passions, you can mix and match a variety of experiences to create a tour that offers exactly what you are looking for

Amazing Mendoza Tours stands out from other offerings for the Argentina wine country in two important ways. First, the company works with clients to arrange not just memorable tour activities, but also educational events and business meetings.

Second, the company operates a centrally-located boutique inn, Posada de Rosas
( http://www.posadaderosas.com ). With its five rooms and studios, garden, swimming pool and terrace, and wifi, the inn serves as the perfect, convenient base, not just for the lodging, but also for activities such as meetings, special meals, receptions and wine tastings. The Posada currently tops the listed of recommended Mendoza B and B’s

The Inn: Posada de Rosas is close to excellent restaurants and a 10-15-minute walk from Mendoza’s famous Independence Plaza, with its artisan fair, fountains and street musicians, and Paseo de Sarmiento, a Euro-style pedestrian street, which is lined with cafes and boutiques. For a stroll, a vigorous walk or jogging, it’s only a few minutes to San Martin Park, with its rose garden, lake and trails.

Mendoza Tours and Activities: The Amazing Mendoza website contains a list of enjoyable and stimulating educational activities including seminars on retirement planning, real estate investment in Argentina, or food and wine, organized by co-owners Hoffman and Riccardo Accurso, tapping their extensive experience and local contacts among the business and expatriate communities.

Propose your own Program: The website also encourages visitors such as teachers, coaches or business colleagues or friends—to propose their own ideas and themes for workshops or meetings they’d like to teach or lead, or attend. These include options such as writing, painting, photography, studying Mendoza food and wine, yoga, massage and Spanish language studies.

About the Owners and the Company:

The owners of Amazing Mendoza Tours and innkeepers of Posada de Rosas are North Americans Ellen Hoffman and Riccardo Accurso.

Both have lived for extended periods in Spain and are fluent in Spanish.

Widely traveled, they know what travelers want and expect when away from home.

The inn aims to provide the kind of service you find at home and in Europe–relaxed and comfortable, not stiff and formal, but always with highest standards of quality.

Small American-owned tour company, specializing in high-end and custom tours in Argentina wine country.

Also operates Posada de Rosas, a boutique inn in the center of Mendoza.

Tours offer wine tasting, food, art and culture, Andes mountains visits.

For more information write to:

info@amazingmendoza.com  

or call 304-876-2243 in the U.S.