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Trinidad & Tobago’s recently opened Magdalena Grand Beach Resort is offering 15 percent off published rates for stays through April 14, 2012. The offer applies to bookings made by June 30, 2012, and offers travel agents a 12 percent commission level.

The 200-room resort is located on the 750-acre Tobago Plantations Estate, a gated community of luxury villas, condos and bungalows. The property offers 178 deluxe ocean front king and double-double rooms plus 22 one- and two-bedroom suites with personal Jacuzzis. All rooms have large terraces or balconies. For more information, call 866-353-6222.

MLT Vacations launched a Caribbean sale offering up to 10,000 bonus miles per person and reduced rates or additional amenities at select resorts throughout the Caribbean through the Delta Vacations and United Vacations brands. The sale is open for bookings through Feb. 18, for travel April 1 to Sept. 30.

MLT is promoting its Caribbean product in an effort to build on an impressive year in the Caribbean in 2011, when the company grew business in the Caribbean by 46 percent over the previous year.

MLT Vacations offers a variety of hotels, rental cars and activities in the Caribbean. MLT Vacations manages multiple vacation brands, including Delta Vacations, in partnership with Air France Holidays and Alitalia Vacations, United Vacations, and Worry-Free Vacations.

For more information, call 800-727-1111.

A lovely French Colonial style villa with wonderful infinity pool which is set high up on the Mount Irvine Estate on the beautiful Caribbean island of Tobago. Wonderful views out to the Caribbean Sea. Sleeping up to eight people in four ensuite bedrooms, this delightful holiday home is light and spacious with high ceilings and a bright and airy atmosphere. Wonderful staff for a perfect holiday !

Discount of 30 % gives prices from £1,215 PLUS 15% discount on car rentals – offer available for bookings anytime from now onwards…

For further information please contact Maxine Harrison at Elysian Holidays on 01580 766599 or maxine@elysianholidays.co.uk

Le Grand Courlan Spa Resort (www.legrandtobago.com ) provides the perfect retreat for you to totally spoil a loved one this Valentines – and yourself for that matter!

Le Grand Courlan is the only adult only resort on the island – tucked away on Tobago’s eastern coast on Great Courland Bay – it offers peace, privacy, indulgence and a good excuse to escape the February UK chill.

The resort is situated on the Leeward side of Tobago and overlooks the beautiful Stone Haven Bay, a peaceful sanctuary fringed by a long stretch of soft sandy beach and a truly spectacular view to accompany your every cocktail.

The unique resort is the only one to host full spa facilities in Tobago and as a result is the most luxurious spa resort in the southern Caribbean where all rooms and suites also offer a sea view. Elegance, comfort and convenience make Le Grand Courlan Spa Resort an ideal sanctuary from the stresses and strains of everyday life.

Guests can each enjoy one complementary spa treatment to pamper them per day which is a fantastic way to kick-start any Valentines New-Year treat. Try a full body massage with warm stones or traditional oils, an exfoliating body polish or awaken the body’s senses with an aromatherapy bath.

There are also treatments tailored specifically to treat men, like the Gentleman’s facial and deep tissue massage. Saunas, showers, and hot tubs are there to complete your spa experience.

After the cold British months requiring the necessary culinary comforts, the fresh seafood and delicious Caribbean delicacies served at Le Grand Courlan are a welcome change. There is a vast array of dining experiences available at the resort, with its 3 restaurants each providing quality local and international cuisine to its guests.

Enjoy dinner together under a 36′ high Cathedral ceiling with an unparrelled view overlooking the ocean at The Pinnacle restaurant, or a leisurely meal on the Terrace at the Caribbean Bistro in a beautiful garden setting.

Le Grand Courlan is dedicated to making your stay idyllic – with no other commitments to distract you it is possible to take pleasure in the luxuries your holiday has to offer – and in each other.

The first star accommodation and service is partnered with a lagoon sized swimming pool and swim up beach bar serving elegant cocktails and one of the finest beaches on the island to complete your trip.

Le Grand Courlan is offering a deal on Valentines break if booked before……..

Rates start from as little as £147.00 per room per night (travel December 21st 2011 – April 30th 2012) excluding breakfast. Bed & Breakfast supplements start from £20.00 per day, Breakfast & Dinner supplement at £50.00 or all inclusive at £60.00 per day.

* All prices are subject to conversion changes.

Trinidad and Tobago has been voted the World’s Best Tourist Destination for 2012 and has also been declared the Favorite Cultural Destination in 2012.

 The announcement was made on October 9 when tourism organizations from 27 European Union member states voted unanimously during the Autumn Meeting of the European Union Council on Tourism and Trade in Bucharest, Romania.

 The designation of the World’s Best Tourist Destination is the highest honor to be awarded for a country’s achievements in tourism. Among the reasons for the award, the destination was lauded for the respect of cultural patrimony and traditions in offering tourists opportunities to participate in festivals such as Holi, Hosay, Divali, Corpus Christi, Eid-ul-Fitr, Tobago Heritage Festival, Tobago Fest and Trinidad’s greatest show on earth – Carnival. Trinidad and Tobago’s dedication to the protection of the environment, especially along the east coast, wetlands, beaches and ecological and geographical biodiversity was also hailed.

 Last Chance to Book for Trinidad Carnival 2012

 Only a few months to go before Trinidad & Tobago’s annual cultural explosion, Carnival, bubbles to a climax on February 20 and 21, 2012, and time is running out to secure accommodations for the festival.

Many of the island’s hotels are already at “full-house” capacity, so now is the time to secure lodging and take advantage of special booking rates before it’s too late.

 The Carlton Savannah

 For four-night stays from February 17-21, 2012, The Carlton Savannah is offering a Carnival special that includes daily breakfast and nightly rates starting at $339 including taxes, based on double occupancy. For more information, visit www.thecarltonsavannah.com  or call 868.621.5000.

 Courtyard by Marriott

 On minimum stays of five nights from February 17-22, 2012, the hotel is offering nightly Carnival rates starting at $229 plus tax, based on double occupancy. For more information, visit www.courtyardportofspain.com  or call 868.627.5555.

 Monique’s Guesthouse

On minimum bookings of five-nights from February 16-22, 2012 visitors can take advantage of the hotel’s Carnival special that includes daily breakfast.  Monique’s Carnival package rates start at $1200 plus taxes and based on double occupancy.

For more information, visit www.moniquestrinidad.com  or call 868.628.3334.

Seven-Day Sailings From $1,599 Per Person

Seattle- Windstar Cruises, which operates a fleet of three luxury sailing yachts that explore hidden harbors and secluded coves of the world’s most treasured destinations, launches “Caribbean On Sail,” offering exceptional savings on seven-day Caribbean voyages with fares starting from $1,599 per person, based on double occupancy, when booked by November 15, 2011.

Three itineraries are available on “Caribbean On Sail” and each one features intimate and exclusive island-hopping experiences in the tropics all while sailing on a luxurious sailing yacht.

Windstar’s Flavors of the Caribbean Voyage presents a unique collection of islands and highlights diverse countries, styles, landscapes and cultures of the Caribbean. Seven-day sailings on Wind Surf roundtrip from Philipsburg, St. Maarten visit Le Marin, Martinique; Pigeon Island, St. Lucia; Roseau, Dominica; Falmouth Harbour, Antigua; and Gustavia, St. Barthelemy.

Flavors of the Caribbean Departures:

• December 17, 2011 with fares from $1,599 per person, double occupancy

• December 31, 2011 with fares from $2,399 per person, double occupancy

• January 14; and February 11, 2012 with fares from $2,099 per person, double occupancy

• January 28; February 25; and March 10, 2012 with fares from $1,999 per person, double occupancy

Experience the glitter and glam of the Caribbean’s yachting scene with overnights in Jost Van Dyke and Virgin Gorda on Windstar’s Yachtsman’s Caribbean Voyage.

Seven-day sailings on Wind Surf roundtrip from Philipsburg, St. Maarten visit Soper’s Hole, Tortola; Jost van Dyke, B.V.I. (overnight); Virgin Gorda, B.V.I. (overnight); Basseterre, St. Kitts; Les Saintes, Guadeloupe; and Gustavia, St. Barthelemy.

Yachtsman’s Caribbean Departures:

• January 7; February 18; and March 3, 2012 with fares from $1,999 per person, double occupancy
• February 4, 2012 with fares from $2,099 per person, double occupancy

Visit the unspoiled islands of the southern Grenadines, overnight in the beautiful Tobago Keys and discover the rugged natural beauty of St. Lucia and beyond on Windstar’s Jewels of the Windward Islands Voyage.

Seven-day sailings on Wind Spirit roundtrip from Bridgetown, Barbados visit Pigeon Island, St. Lucia; Bequia, St. Vincent, Grenadines; Tobago Keys, St. Vincent, Grenadines (overnight); Mayreau, St. Vincent, Grenadines; and St. George’s, Grenada.

Jewels of the Windward Islands Departures:

• December 17, 2011 with fares from $1,599 per person, double occupancy

• December 24 and 31, 2011 with fares from $2,399 per person, double occupancy

• January 7, 14, 21, 28; February 25; March 10, and 17, 2012 with fares from $1,999 per person, double occupancy

• February 4, 2012 with fares from 2,099 per person, double occupancy

Fares listed are per person, based on double occupancy, for Category B stateroom. Fares are in US dollars, cruise only, and include non-discountable amounts. Taxes are additional. Offer is not combinable with any other promotional offers. New bookings only. Offer is capacity controlled and may be withdrawn or modified at Windstar’s discretion at any time. Certain restrictions apply. Offer expires November 15, 2011.

About Windstar Cruises

Windstar Cruises operates three sailing yachts known for their pampering without pretense and their ability to visit the hidden harbors and secluded coves of the world’s most treasured destinations. Carrying just 148 to 312 guests, the luxurious yachts of Windstar cruise to nearly 50 nations, calling at 100 ports throughout Europe, the Caribbean and the Americas. For more information including rates and itineraries contact a professional travel agent or call Windstar at 1-800-258-7245. Visit Windstar Cruises online at WindstarCruises.com. Windstar Cruises can also be followed on Windstar’s Facebook and Twitter fan pages.

Compagnie du Ponant has announced a seven-night Fort-de-France cruise — one of 17 itineraries available in its newly added Caribbean roster — with limited-time savings of up to 20 percent.

The 90-passenger Le Levant will take in several off-the-main-stream stops on its four roundtrip sailings from the west coast of Martinique.

Ports are spread throughout Grenada, Venezuela, and Trinidad and Tobago.

Fares are available at a 20 percent savings under Ponant’s Bonus program. The more in advance the booking, the greater the savings. Reduced fares start at $2,571 per person, double, for the Nov. 5 and Nov. 26 departures, and $2,420 for the March 20 and March 27, 2012, departures. For more information, call 888-400-1082 or visit www.ponant.com

In celebration of this year’s upcoming Emmy Awards, a selection of Hilton Hotels and DoubleTree by Hilton properties in the Caribbean and Latin America are rolling out a Red Carpet package.

Now through Dec. 31, 2011, Hilton hotels and resorts near throughout the Caribbean and Latin America are offering the Red Carpet package featuring: three-night suite accommodations; luxury airport pickup; daily spa treatments; on-property, celebrity-style photo shoot; and a gourmet dinner for two.

Among participating hotels are: British Colonial Hilton Nassau, The Bahamas; Hilton Barbados; Hilton Curaçao; Hilton Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic; Hilton Trinidad & Conference Centre; Hilton Belem, Brazil; Hilton São Paulo Morumbi, Brazil; Hilton Cartagena, Colombia; Hilton Papagayo Costa Rica Resort & Spa; Doubletree Cariari by Hilton San Jose, Costa Rica; Hilton Guadalajara, Mexico; Hilton Los Cabos Beach & Golf Resort, Mexico; Hilton Mexico City Reforma; Hilton Mexico City Airport; Hilton Villahermosa & Conference Center, Mexico; Doubletree el Pardo by Hilton Lima, Peru; and Doubletree by Hilton Resort Peru – Paracas.

For reservations, contact the participating hotel directly and request the Red Carpet package.

For more information, visit

www.hiltonworldwide.com

The Magdalena Grand Beach Resort will open its doors in Tobago in November. The 200-room oceanfront hotel will feature five fine and casual dining options, an 18-hole PGA-designed championship golf course, expansive beachfront, multiple swimming pools, flexible meeting/event space and the newest spa on the island.

The resort will feature water sport and dive shop, two lighted tennis courts and a fitness center. Additional amenities include a business center and WiFi-connected guest rooms. The Magdalena Grand will feature 5,000 square feet of meeting and event space that will include two meeting rooms and the largest ballroom on the island. For more information, email info@magdalenagrand.com  or visit www.magdalenagrand.com

Caribbean Airlines launched twice weekly direct service from Piarco International Airport in Trinidad to Orlando International Airport.

BW flight 482 departs Trinidad at 10 a.m. and arrives Orlando at 2:30 p.m. The return flight, BW 485, departs Orlando at 4:30 p.m. and arrives Trinidad at 9:00 p.m.

The summer service operates on Tuesdays and Fridays during the months of July and August.

For more information and to make reservations, visit www.caribbean-airlines.com.

Trinidad and Tobago Eyes Medical Tourism

Minister of Tourism Dr. Rupert Griffith has put medical tourism on Trinidad and Tobago’s agenda. Discussions were held in late June between the Ministry of Tourism and Kishor Joshi, Deputy General Manager International Business, of Fortis Healthcare Limited, one of the largest private healthcare providers in India.

This is one of several new initiatives that has resulted from January’s successful Mission to India.

Discussions centered on partnerships between Fortis Healthcare and local private and public sector healthcare institutions, with the underlying aim of fostering a viable medical tourism industry in Trinidad and Tobago.

As one of the fastest growing segments of the global tourism trade, medical tourism is viewed as having sound potential as a contributor to economic diversification and foreign investment in Trinidad and Tobago, while simultaneously developing the local healthcare infrastructure.