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Mexico’s Hotel Marina El Cid Family Offer

The Hotel El Cid Spa & Beach Resort, in Puerto Morales, Mexico, is offering the Maya Discovery Family Adventure Package, now through June 30, 2008. Offering discounts of up to 30 percent, the Maya Discovery Family Adventure features three expeditions for a total of $150 per person, including taxes, in addition to the all-inclusive rate, down from $215 per person for these excursions booked separately.

The Arrecife Day Trip takes guests on a sailing cruise to the white sandy shores of Playa Maroma. The second excursion, the Snorkeling Trip, explores vibrant underwater life in the protected Puerto Morelos National Reef Park. The third excursion, the Chichen Itza Day Trip, brings visitors to these Maya ruins.

Each of the Maya Discovery Family Adventure excursions includes transportation and lunch. The Chichen Itza tour leaves from the lobby, while the snorkeling and sailing tours depart from the El Cid Marina, located one block from the resort. This private, state-of-the-art marina accommodates up to 120 slips. In addition to catamaran and snorkeling tours, the full-service facility offers sport fishing expeditions, organized fishing tournaments, private trips, water sports, and dive center. The Maya Discovery Family Adventure Package is valid for guests who pre-book and pre-pay for a junior, one-, two- or three-bedroom suite.

It also applies to Platinum Club guests. Call 800-525-1925 or visit www.elcid.com

Kauai’s Hanalei Colony Resort Voluntourism Package

The Hanalei Colony Resort on Kauai’s north shore has partnered with nearby Limahuli Garden to offer the Beach & Botany package, which combines vacation travel with volunteer opportunities. The five- or seven-night package requires guests to make a minimum commitment of two daily four-hour volunteer sessions per person at Limahuli Garden.

The package also includes a picnic basket lunch for two, a one-day kayak rental for two on the Hanalei River, an oceanside massage for two at Hanalei Day Spa, annual membership to the National Tropical Botanical Garden, and an arrival gift providing a few essential items for “tropical gardeners.” The package’s volunteer activities at Limahuli Garden take place on Wednesday, Thursday or Friday, and begin at 8 a.m. with a brief orientation.

Guests will spend the morning assisting the garden’s trained staff. Volunteers choose in advance which of three activity levels best suits their physical capabilities and outdoor experience, ranging from a low level of exertion in the nursery to a high level of exertion and physical demand doing ecological restoration in Limahuli Preserve. The minimum age for a volunteer is 14. The package is priced from $1,994.85 to $3,489.85, depending on the season, room type and length of stay.

Call 800-628-3004 or visit www.hcr.com

10 REASONS TO VACATION IN THE CARIB in SUMMER

Divi Resorts Offers Summer Fun at a Discount

Chapel Hill, NC (May 6, 2008) - Summer in the Caribbean? Absolutely! Though many travelers think of the Caribbean as a winter-only destination, summer is a good time to visit and explore these amazing islands! People presume that the Caribbean is too hot to be enjoyed during the summer months, but due to constant trade winds, temperatures remain pretty consistent year-long. Summer is just a few degrees warmer. See below for 10 reasons to vacation in the Caribbean this summer:

1. Great beaches. Some of the most gorgeous beaches in the world are in the Caribbean. From lively to remote expanses of sand, the Caribbean has them all.

2. Cheaper airfare. Airline tickets are usually less expensive and easier to secure during summer months.

3. Direct flights. There is easy, non-stop access from major cities to certain locales. For example, fly direct from Houston and Atlanta to Bonaire, New York or Boston to Aruba, Chicago and Newark to St. Maarten, Miami to Barbados, or Atlanta to St. Croix. Other cities also offer direct flights, giving the most vacation time possible.

4. Terrific deals. Deals abound across the Caribbean. Divi Resorts (www.diviresorts.com), which specializes in the Caribbean with nine resorts on six islands, offers a “Summer Fun” sale with room rates reduced 30 percent until August 31 at most of its properties. At the Aruba property, the Divi Golf and Beach Resort, kids stay free in Divi’s all-inclusive summer program with a starting rate of $220 per night, per adult, with a maximum of two kids up to the age of 17. The special includes meals, drinks and non-motorized sports and golf for adults after 3:00 p.m. Divi makes summer last longer in Aruba, extending this deal through December 23. Booking has to be by May 30. Many of the Divi resorts are all-suites properties, making them ideal for family vacations.

5. Cultural multiplicity. Once high tourism season comes to a close in April, Caribbean islands host many festivals such as the Crop Over Festival in Barbados and jump-ups (street fairs) that celebrate local heritage and lifestyle. There are also a slew of water sport competitions to entertain locals and visitors alike under the azure skies.

6. Try something new. Learn to landsail in Aruba, dive in Bonaire, see how rum is made in St. Croix or visit a plantation in Barbados. Take golf lessons at the Divi Golf and Beach resort in Aruba. The excursions, whether they are adventure based or just for leisure, are innumerable!

7. Entertainment for every whim. In many cases, you won’t even have to leave the resort. Beachside activities, delicious meals and live cultural entertainment are often right at the vacation property. However, duty-free shopping, rolling the dice at a casino, dancing at a nightclub, a glass-bottom boat tour, or a hike through a rain forest are only minutes away. Kids will be entertained morning until night.

8. No passport needed. Visitors get a taste of both island life and Danish culture in St. Croix. No passport required to this island, which is part of the US Virgin Islands.

9. Relax. After April, the crowds die down, which means shorter lines, if any, to swim with the dolphins and more available lounge chairs by the pool!

10. Island hopping. Take a boat or a plane to another island for a delightful day trip and a chance to see yet another island culture.

Divi Resorts is the vacation expert of the Caribbean with a collection of nine premium resorts on six stunning Caribbean islands. With vacation stays as well as full and fractional ownership, the resorts provide myriad vacation pleasures from relaxing on white sand beaches and indulging in spa services to embarking on scuba diving adventures and perfecting one’s golf swing. For more information on Divi Resorts call 1-800-367-3484, or visit www.diviresorts.com. The Divi Resorts logo is the Service Mark of Divi Hotels, Inc.; its use represents the group of resort companies owned by the registrant or operating under the registrant’s Divi Resorts brand.

HOLLYWOOD BEACH GIRLFRIEND GETAWAY PACKAGE

-Girls Just Want To Have Fun in Hollywood Beach, Fla.-

HOLLYWOOD, Fla. – According to a recent survey by AAA (American Automobile Association), 39 percent of women plan to take a girlfriend getaway in the next three years. As maximizing time in the sun is a pre-requisite for today’s busy ladies escaping board rooms and play rooms, the Crowne Plaza Hollywood Beach Girlfriend Getaway Package fits the bill at an affordable price. Located just ten minutes from Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood International Airport, girls can catch a morning flight and be on the beach before lunch. As the sun moves to the west, they can enjoy Crowne Plaza’s popular Sunset Pool Deck overlooking the beautiful Intracoastal Waterway and even more Florida sunshine.

Florida’s Hollywood is fast becoming a favorite weekend escape for its quaint boutiques, proximity to chic Aventura Mall and downtown emerging arts and music scene. Staying at the brand new Crowne Plaza Hollywood Beach, girls can hop on the city trolley for a night out on Harrison Street or the nostalgic beachfront Broadwalk before retiring to their private balcony to make plans for the next day.

Available for stays now – December 18, 2008, the Crowne Plaza Hollywood Beach Girlfriend Getaway Package includes the following:

• Three-night accommodations with a private balcony offering views of the Atlantic Ocean

• Champagne upon arrival

• Breakfast daily at Elements Bistro indoors or al fresco while watching yachts travel the Intracoastal Waterway

• Two drink coupons for tropical cocktails at Tiki Bar & Grille

• A Crowne Plaza Hollywood Beach cooler with all the necessary refreshments, snacks and goodies

• Rates for the four-day/three-night Crowne Plaza Hollywood Beach Girlfriend Getaway Package begin at $199 per night, based on double occupancy and availability. $39 per person, for third and fourth persons in the same room. For Crowne Plaza Hollywood Beach information and reservations, call 1-954-454-4334 ext. 231 or visit www.cphollywoodbeach.com.

- About Crowne Plaza Hollywood Beach -

Ideally located between Fort Lauderdale and Miami on the picturesque Intracoastal Waterway, the new 10-story, contemporary-designed Crowne Plaza Hollywood Beach features 311 well-appointed rooms with expansive balconies, offering views of the Intracoastal or the Atlantic Ocean. Lush tropical landscaping surrounds the resort’s spectacular waterfront infinity-edge, free-form pool, ideal for romantic waterfront dining, special events or relaxing under a cabana. The property also offers two culinary options – Elements Bistro, featuring continental cuisine, and poolside Tiki Bar – 10,000 square feet of meeting space, fitness center, signature holistic Sleep Advantage Program and convenient beach access. Plans call for an adjacent full-service marina.

Crowne Plaza Hollywood Beach is located at 4000 South Ocean Drive, Hollywood, Florida 33019. For more information, please call (954) 454-4334. Visit www.cphollywoodbeach.com

WHAT’S ON IN ATLANTIC CANADA IN 2008?

A SUMMER-LONG NON-STOP PARTY RIGHT NEXT DOOR

Celebrate Heroes & History; Ceilidhs & Kitchen Parties and Mussels & Lobster

ATLANTIC CANADA,– This summer, history will come alive, literary heroines and heroes will be celebrated and plenty of Celtic fiddling, Scottish step dancing and some of the world’s most pristine seafood will be on display in Atlantic Canada. Fancy a taste of Irish, Scottish, English or French (Acadian) culture without crossing the pond? The four provinces of New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island are less than two hours away from most East Coast gateways. Maxxim Vacations offers many value-added packages starting as low as $725 for a six-night land package,* or $1265 with airfare

www.maxximvacations.com

PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND – ANNE’S 100TH AND PLENTY OF SEAFOOD

This year Prince Edward Island is commemorating the 100th anniversary of “Anne of Green Gables.” For over a century, Lucy Maud Montgomery’s spunky heroine has charmed millions, and to celebrate, the island is hosting a year-long series of ceilidhs, or kitchen parties, concerts, picnics, barn dances and firelight story-telling sessions. Come June, this welcoming island in Atlantic Canada will be a non-stop, open-air festival for the whole family with historical re-enactments, theatrical performances, parades and a country fair (July 3-6). Homemade ice cream and raspberry cordial will be in plentiful supply.

www.anne2008.ca

Billed as the “biggest kitchen party in Atlantic Canada,” the 13th annual PEI International Shellfish Festival in Charlottetown will be the place for seafood lovers September 19-21. Chowder cook-offs, oyster shucking contests and a chef’s challenge are on the menu along with plenty of mussels and other delicious seafood.

www.peishellfish.com

And a few days later, the entire 2,000 square miles of Prince Edward Island will be Chef Michael’s kitchen. From September 30 to October 10, “Fall Flavours,” a new island-wide food festival with more than 100 culinary events, will take place with native son Michael Smith, one of Canada’s leading chefs, hosting a gala dinner and cooking classes. Visitors can learn about wine and cheese pairing, how to pickle and preserve or opt for a more hands-on experience – digging clams, catching lobsters, harvesting oysters, or even picking the island’s famed potatoes, Visit this link.

NOVA SCOTIA – LOYALISTS, LOBSTERS AND LOUISBOURG’S 250TH

Fancy reliving the life of an 18th century soldier – skirmishing in the hot sun, sleeping on the hard ground, with music, dancing and tall tales till dawn? Nova Scotia and New Brunswick are throwing a year-long celebration for the 225th anniversary of the United Empire Loyalists landing. After the Revolutionary War, 3000 Loyalists fled to Shelburne, Nova Scotia, while others continued on to New Brunswick. The population quickly swelled to 10,000, making Shelburne the fourth largest city in North America, while nearby Birchtown became Canada’s first free black settlement. In July, the city is hosting three weekends of boat races, tall ship tours, treasure hunts, concerts and fireworks. The re-enactment – featuring 500 costumed characters – kicks off on July 17, and visitors who don’t want to play soldier can get in the spirit at the annual provincial Town Crier Competition or attend the Loyalist Garden Party, complete with a pageant of 18th century dress.

http://www.loyalistlanding2008.org

 From June to August, Nova Scotia will also commemorate the 250th anniversary of Louisbourg’s second siege. The Fortress of Louisbourg will host a series of encampments – with North America’s first nighttime siege re-enactment – and military displays (July 25-27), complete with fireworks, parades, chowder cook-offs, street dances, concerts and quilt displays. www.louisbourg2008.com/index.asp

Did someone say lobster? Lobsterpalooza promises 35 days of “feasts and fun” including lobster suppers, whale watching tours and Gaelic music. www.lobsterpalooza.ca

Albert Bigelow Paine’s tale of a canoe journey through the wilds of Nova Scotia, Tent Dwellers, marks its 100th anniversary this year. From May through October, there will be a “public paddle” day, an outdoor arts festival and a recreation of the original journey. At the Canoe Festival (August 15-17), visitors can learn canoe building, paddling, fly-fishing, wilderness preparation, basket making and more.

NEW BRUNSWICK – LOYALISTS AND LOBSTERS, ACADIAN STYLE

Since 1949, the self-proclaimed “lobster capital of the world” has hosted the Shediac Lobster Festival (July 2-6) with parades, entertainment and feasting on this delicious crustacean. The Loyalist Heritage Festival (July 14-18) will offer activities for the whole family including organized walks, visits to historic houses, parades, re-enactments and artistic performances.

 Known as one of North America’s top festivals, the Acadian Festival (August 1-15) draws 100,000 spectators to see some 200 artists perform – concerts, theater, dance performances – and comes with the blessing of the fishing fleet by the local Catholic clergy. There’s plenty of Acadian food and drink capped off by the Tintamarre, a massive – and very loud – street celebration with fireworks on August 15, Acadia Day.

www.festivalacadien.ca

NEWFOUNDLAND AND LABRADOR – MUSIC, MAGIC AND A REGATTA

St. John’s Time in Newfoundland’s capital is an 11-day, non-stop party. This lively celebration kicks off with the George Street Festival (July 31-August 5). Streets are closed, pubs throw open their doors and bands rock into the night. Celebrated since 1826, the Royal St. John’s Regatta, one of North America’s oldest continuing sporting events, is a series of rowing events on Quidi Vidi Lake – cheered on by 50,000 many garbed in outlandish dress. From August 8 to 10, the Newfoundland and Labrador Folk Festival features singers, dancers, storytellers and musicians performing traditional Newfoundland music, Celtic tunes handed down through the centuries and modern rock. At the Buskers Festival visitors can see up to 30 shows a day watching jugglers, acrobats and magicians on four stages.

www.stjohnstime.ca

Maxxim Vacations offers packages to all four provinces. A six-day/five-night “St. John’s Time” package starts at US$1186 per person ($1209 CAD), double occupancy and includes hotel accommodations in a 4 ½ -star hotel, roundtrip airfare from New York, a midsize car rental with unlimited mileage, city tour and entrance to the Johnson Geo Center and The Rooms, the province’s museum and leading art gallery. Taxes are not included.

Call 1-800-567-6666 or go to www.maxximvacations.com.

The Atlantic Canada Tourism Partnership (ACTP) is 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.

Go to www.tourismnewbrunswick.ca (1-800-561-0123), www.novascotia.com  (1-800-565-0000),

www.newfoundlandlabrador.com  (1-800-563-NFLD) and for Prince Edward Island, go to www.gentleisland.com  (1-800-463-4PEI).

Maxxim Vacation’s “Nova Scotia Sampler” features stays in Halifax, Lunenberg and the Western Shore and Baddeck with six nights’ accommodation at select hotels, country inns and B&B’s, seven-day midsize rental car with unlimited mileage, admission to the Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic, Pier 21 National Historic Site and the Alexander Graham Bell Museum. The land-only package starts at $725 per person, double occupancy and covers: 4½ -star Canada Select accommodations, or $823 with deluxe accommodations. The price is $1265 with airfare, or $1363 for the deluxe package with airfare and taxes are extra.

AquaSpa opens Third Waikiki Location

Aqua Hotels & Resorts opened the third AquaSpa location at the Aqua Aloha Surf & Spa in Waikiki. Two other AquaSpas are at Aqua Palms & Spa and Aqua Bamboo & Spa. The 900-square-foot facility features two treatment rooms: a single room and a couple’s room.

The spa is offering a Romance Special, which includes a combination of Swedish and Lomi Lomi therapies at $160 for 60 minutes (regularly priced at $180), through June 30. The spa is open daily, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., offering a choice of massage therapies with foot bath, as well as chair treatments, body scrubs, body polishes, facials and waxing services. Select AquaSpa services are also included in Aqua’s Spa-licious, Spring into Spa and Passion in Paradise hotel packages.

All three AquaSpas are open to the public. For an appointment, call 808-924-2782 or contact the onsite guest services manager.

For more information, call 866-406-2782 or visit www.aquaresorts.com

 

Ecological programs at Boca de Iguanas

Mexico beach resort’s organic gardens stocked with “heirloom cultivator” seeds

BOCA DE IGUANAS, Costalegre - Boca de Iguanas, the newest eco-resort project along Mexico’s pristine Costalegre, puts Mother Nature front and center with a dedicated sustainability manager responsible for eco-friendly programs that reflect the project’s commitment to the environment.

Lorena Vargas is a recent graduate from the University of Guadalajara with a degree in environmental biotechnology, and has ecological sustainability in her blood. Her father, José Roberto Vargas, set up the first organic production farm in Rancho Petacal, Jalisco 18 years ago. Part of Vargas’ work includes introducing unique touches of nature to the hotel rooms, restaurant, and homes, establishing the onsite composing program, overseeing the cultivation of organic herb gardens, monitoring of the rare mangrove ecosystem that flows through the property, and reintroducing native flora to the area.

“Our goal in bringing on a full-time sustainability expert is to ensure we are always putting ecology first in all aspects of the development. Even the very word ‘development’ implies destruction of the natural surroundings, which makes us very uncomfortable,” explains Robert M. Oveson, head of Moksa Development, the Mexican corporation responsible for the project. “At Boca de Iguanas we absolutely believe that ecological stewardship and ‘green living’ need to be a way of life, not just a handy marketing tool or gimmick. Leading by example is our mantra.”

The recently planted community herb gardens at Boca de Iguanas feature more than 20 types of heirloom seedlings that would bring envy upon any chef’s kitchen. Six varieties of fragrant basil, thyme, parsley, chives, dill, fennel, lemon balm, marjoram, are just several of the newest sprouts poking through the rich, humid soil of the gardens at Boca. “Heirloom” are considered unaltered strains of the plants’ genetic lineage dating back 150 years or more, ensuring the purity and potency are at their very best. Other plants which compliment the organic model are chrysanthemum and marigold plants, which add color and act as natural insecticides.

“Returning to the basic and original lineage with these heirloom variety herbs shows a real commitment to the organic ideal we’re trying to preserve in Boca de Iguanas,” explains Vargas. “Cultivating these plants onsite means we’re honoring true ecological principles and values of sustainability. And people who use the plants for cooking or medicinal purposes will also notice the difference in the richness of the flavors and strength of the healing powers.”

ABOUT BOCA DE IGUANAS

Located 40 minutes north of Manzanillo International Airport (ZLO) along the Costalegre, the multi-use development of Boca de Iguanas features casas, condominiums, and a boutique hotel and spa in a fusion of eclectic Mexican architecture with classic colonial hacienda, contemporary modern design, and eclectic “jungle-chic” rustic areas dedicated to Mother Nature. The vision is a 21st century vacation/lifestyle experience in a pristine, ecologically-progressive gated community with alternative clean energy sources, underground utilities, and a spectacular beach club and infinity pool situated around a rare mangrove ecosystem that flows throughout the property.

Mid East Fashion Events

Dubai, United Arab Emirates - Singapore is getting ready to celebrate in style during the upcoming Singapore Fashion Festival 2008, when it will play host to some of the world’s most renowned fashion designers, international top models and style trendsetters.

Taking place on the world famous Orchard Road from March 28-April 6, trend-watchers from the Middle East visiting Singapore can expect to discover fashion’s hottest rising stars from around the world, blazing a new trail in Asia’s style capital.

Middle East visitors can be one of the first to preview the Autumn/Winter 08 collections of world-celebrated designers, straight off the runways of Paris and New York, ready-to-order in Singapore.

The Festival plays host to two world-class fashion designers this year - celebrity designer Matthew Williamson and Kevin Carrigan, Creative Director of cK Calvin Klein. Making a personal appearance in the red carpet Opening Gala, Matthew Williamson will showcase his vibrant Spring/Summer 08 collection. And to end the Festival on a high note, Kevin Carrigan will be in town for the cK Calvin Klein Closing Show.

“As a leading hub in the region, fashion and glamour are essential elements for attracting visitors to Singapore, and we have found that events such as Singapore Fashion Festival draws in many travellers from the Middle East region, who are aware of the latest style trends.” said Jason Ong, Area Director for Middle East & Africa, Singapore Tourism Board.

Singapore will also be welcoming to its shores Asia’s top emerging models such as Lili Shen and Kiki, who will join iconic British supermodel Erin O’Connor on the Festival catwalk, creating a unique contrast of cultures and beauty on the runway line-up.

The Festival period is one of the best times to shop for fashion in Singapore as visitors will be allowed to buy collections showcased straight off the runway at leading shops.

Running alongside the fashion shows are a broad range of satellite events including The Orchard Road Style Parade, an outdoor showcase of funky street fashion labels, The Red Ball charity gala, and the ‘Have a Heart’ exhibition in support of the Singapore Heart Foundation.

Set in a spectacular catwalk theatre built to accommodate more than 1,000 guests, the Tent@Orchard at Ngee Ann City Civic Plaza will feature an elevated 60 foot catwalk designed for versatility, and is the first in Asia to introduce contact-less RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) access stickers by Stickkeys™ for VIP guest clearance. Transforming from a couture gala dinner venue to a theatre-style runway gallery, the stunning catwalk will feature an impressive 8 meter-wide LED screen, creating a world-class backdrop for ten days of high-octane fashion shows and parties in the heart of Orchard Road.

The Singapore Tourism Board (STB) is an economic development agency for one of Singapore’s key service sectors – tourism. The mission of the Board is to develop and champion tourism, so as to build the sector into a key driver of economic growth for Singapore. The STB aims to differentiate and market Singapore as a must-visit destination offering enriching experiences through the “Uniquely Singapore” brand.

For more information, please visit http://www.stb.com.sg/ or www.visitsingapore.com

Spring & Summer Savings at Kura Hulanda

Curaçao Properties Offer 40% Off Nightly Rates

CURAÇAO - Hotel Kura Hulanda Spa & Casino and Lodge Kura Hulanda & Beach Club, five-star sister resorts in Curaçao, are offering special rates for spring & summer starting at $169 and $145 per night, respectively. These nightly rates offer savings of 35-40% off rack rates and are valid from April 1st through August 15th.

The promotional offer can be booked online at www.kurahulanda.com under the “Value Rate” booking category. Three-night minimum stay is required.

Hotel Kurá Hulanda Spa & Casino is an 80-room luxury boutique resort spread over eight city blocks. Dutch Colonial Caribbean buildings from the 18th and 19th century have been meticulously restored to create alluring suites surrounding intimate walkways, pools, shops, lush courtyards and a variety of restaurant options. Each room features unique hand-carved mahogany and teak pieces, antiques, superb replicas and hand-woven linens from India. Walls feature one-of-a-kind designs, hand-painted by local artisans creating a visual design connection between the guest rooms, however, varying patterns, colors and fabrics ensure that no two are identical. Nestled above the glorious St. Anna Bay in central Willemstad, Hotel Kurá Hulanda Spa & Casino is just a brief 15-minute ride from the airport and a five-minute walk in to town.

Sister property, Lodge Kura Hulanda & Beach Club, is nestled in the tranquil and idyllic setting of Curaçao’s west end, offering a luxurious ambiance coupled with a relaxing beachfront retreat and the seclusion of a unique island hideaway. Featuring a beautiful, white sand beach and a spectacular swimming pool, Lodge Kura Hulanda & Beach Club offers a serene getaway where guests will feel like they are on their own private island. Experience world class diving, hiking, cycling and adventure within feet of the resort while just 30 minutes away, downtown Willemstad offers the enjoyment of diverse culture, dining, shopping and nightlife.

A complementary shuttle provides transportation between the two resorts for guests who wish to experience the uniqueness of both properties. Both Hotel Kura Hulanda and Lodge Kura Hulanda are members of Leading Small Hotels of the World. For more info about Kura Hulanda, please visit http://www.kurahulanda.com/

GoGo Offers Mexico Vacations from $475

GoGo Worldwide Vacations began its annual Mexico Extravaganza Sale with seven-night vacation packages starting at just $475 per person for bookings made by May 8. The sale includes more than 140 resorts in 10 destinations and includes exclusive extras such as two free nights, kids stay and eat free, and a variety of resort credits, valid for travel from May 1 to Dec. 20, 2008.

The sale offers credits toward airfare, golf, spa, food & beverage or to use throughout the resort. Favorite Mexico resort destinations return this year with even greater savings than last year, including Cancun, Riviera Maya, Los Cabos, Puerto Vallarta, Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo, Acapulco, Cozumel, Manzanillo and Mazatlan. All packages include roundtrip airfare, hotel accommodations and hotel taxes and round-trip airport transfers.

For pricing or additional information, call 800-229-4999 or visit www.GOGOWWV.com