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A distinctive collection of extraordinary places and experiencesFairmont, Raffles and Swissôtel have combined to provide the world’s finest accommodations for discerning travellers—giving your customers easier access to more destinations.

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts offers warm service from colleagues trained to anticipate the needs of discerning guests; each location delivers an authentic experience of place that is a unique and luxurious expression of its locale.

Raffles Hotels & Resorts is distinguished by luxury, elegance and residential charm; each property is a landmark in its respective city, positioned at the top of its local market and rated among the very best in the world.

Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts features deluxe hotels and resorts that are ideal for today’s discerning business and leisure travelers; combining the renowned Swiss touch with a contemporary design, each Swissôtel offers personalized service with charm and efficiency.

Elegant accommodations and impeccable service in the world’s finest destinations are elements that our three brands share.

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YOUR CLIENTS CAN EXPLORE the three unique luxury brands of Fairmont Raf es Hotels International, with Raf es Hotels & Re-sorts, boasting luxury travel with the intimacy of private residences; Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts, appealing to the value-oriented traveler; and Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, a classic, welcoming and authentic travel experience.

Fairmont is committed to providing rewarding and memorable experiences for guests who want to get out and explore their destina-tion. The brand’s hailed Apprentice Trips program offers packages that enable travelers to perfect or acquire new skills while on vacation. From nding one’s inner chi in Beijing to sur ng in Mon-

treal, this unique program can transform a trip into an interest for life.

Raf es Hotels & Resorts is an award-winning, luxury, international hotel company with a history dating back to 1887, with the opening of Raf es Hotel, Singapore. The portfolio currently comprises nine luxurious properties, from secluded resorts to luxury hotels in the most fascinating locations around the world, includ-ing Singapore, Cambodia, China, UAE, Saudi Arabia, Seychelles and Paris. The company is embarking on a new phase of expansion, with openings scheduled over the next two years in the Maldives, Indonesia, the Philippines and China. With a compelling mix of cultures

and styles, every hotel in the Raf es family has its own individual personality, with its own story to tell and its own sense of place.

Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts is an award-winning, distinc-tive group of deluxe hotels, combining renowned Swiss hospitality with contemporary design, personalized service, charm and ef ciency. Located in popular gateway destina-tions and city centers, the hotels provide convenient access to business and shop-ping districts. The group’s Swiss heritage ensures organi-zational competence, attention to detail, safety and a superla-tive guest experience.

To learn more about Fairmont Raf es Hotels International, visit www.frhi.com.

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HE ECONOMY SHOWS signs of recovery and luxury products are pushing their way back into the hearts of consumers. After years of sacri ce, U.S. travelers are ready to give in and go. And they aren’t just looking for any vacation; they want their money’s worth—life-changing experiences and high-end treatment, especially when it's out of the ordinary or off the beaten path.

Virtuoso’s 2011 Luxe Report found elite clientele increased travel purchases by 36 percent from 2009 to 2010, with luxury, inter-national, leisure trips as the vacation of choice. Luxury sales for 2011 are already up 15 to 20 percent, according to the travel rm. Numbers released by Smith Travel Research, the foremost research house in the hotel industry, supports the Luxe Report, showing very strong growth rates for luxury and upscale hotels in domestic and international markets as the sector rebounds in 2011.

But industry trends don’t guarantee agent success. For luxury travel agents—and those who aspire to build this segment of their business—it is critical to understand this point: The advice of a valued travel consultant is one of the greatest in uences on luxury travel purchasing, but the agent must be clearly knowledgeable and fully engaged with the interests and needs of elite travelers—and be able to recommend the best products available.

In this issue of Travel Weekly’s Best of Luxury Travel, we’ll look at several “authentic” and exclusive travel opportunities that will speak to travelers who have “done it all” yet are looking for some-thing new. From glamorous tent resorts in South Africa and rural estates in Napa to private islands in the Caribbean and the jet-set excitement of Dubai or Monaco, the options for unique luxury travel are within reach, as is the opportunity to build this desirable segment of your business.

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WORLDWIDE for its fairy-tale castles, mag-ni cent landscapes, cutting edge architecture, exqui-site food, world-renowned cars and notable museums. This country offers luxuri-ous accommodations, from authentic hotels to modern resorts, where rst-class service and state-of-the-art facilities go hand in hand.

German high-class hotels are all about out-standing services and great hospitality. Ranging from modern hotels in elegant cities such as Baden-Baden to cozy resorts in rural ar-eas such as Berchtesgaden in the Alps, Germany offers 350 approved health and spa resorts and ap-proximately 500 spa and wellness hotels—usually located in the most scenic regions.

Additionally, Ger-many’s haute cuisine and outstanding wines, grown in 13 different regions, offer an excellent gour-met experience at more than 200 high-end and award-winning restaurants throughout the country.

Exclusive designer stores, luxury brands as well as beautifully designed shopping centers and charming pedestrian zones de ne city shopping

in Germany. Renowned department stores with a stunning range of the nest products, such as KaDeWe in Berlin, Breuninger in Stuttgart and Oberpoll-inger in Munich, present the who’s who of interna-tional top designers and all the exquisite products.

Beautiful shopping arcades with glamor-ous stores and sophisti-cated restaurants, such as the Hanse-Viertel or Alsterarkaden in Hamburg and Quartier 206 in Berlin, make a shopping expedition even more of a pleasure.

In celebration of the 125th anniversary of the automobile, car lovers can enjoy various events, car rallies and exhibitions in automobile museums such as the Mercedes-Benz Mu-seum and Porsche Museum in Stuttgart, the BMW World in Munich or the Autostadt in Wolfsburg.

With extraordinary art, culture, entertainment, accommodations and gourmet experiences, Germany ensures your clients an unforgettable vacation.

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MUSTIQUE ST. VINCENT & THE GRENADINES, WEST INDIESRental villas come with their own dedicated staff, including private cook, and are stocked with guests’ favorite foods and drinks, shipped in from St. Vincent the fi rst day of stay. The island concierge arranges all activities and services upon request.

THE WAKAYA CLUB & SPA WAKAYA ISLAND, FIJI ISLANDSThis resort boasts cabin stays at different levels of luxury, with all meals and beverages, laundry service, two scuba tank dives per person per day, as well as unlimited use of mini bar and unlimited use of sporting facilities included.

MUSHA CAY GREAT EXUMA, BAHAMASAll houses are decorated in exotic treasure from around the world and host their own private beach, while the island itself offers an outdoor movie theater, state-of-the-art gym, massage therapists, and an array of water sports and dining facilities, among other services.

THE RANIA EXPERIENCE MALDIVESUnlimited a la carte dining; spa treatments and therapies; island hopping; deep sea, line and reel fi shing; sunset and moonlight cruises; local island explorations and butler service are just some of the features included in these private stays.

CAYO ESPANTO BELIZEPrivate villas host onsite massage therapists, private chefs cooking to guests’ personal preferences and an attentive personal staff, while the island offers activities such as snorkel-ing, scuba diving and unbelievable fl y fi shing.

NO DREAM IS TOO FAR-FETCHED—that could be the motto of any luxury travel agent, but it takes real knowledge and connections to deliver on dreams. Private islands offer an exclusive—and rather ex-pensive—way to woo luxury travelers off the beaten path and to an experience that they would be unlikely to access without the help of an agent.

These deserted yet sought-after play-grounds range from exclusive-use, some-times privately owned, where guests have the entire island to themselves; to group rentals, housing multiple villas for group bookings; and private island resorts, usual-ly company owned, where guests can book a private villa stay, while a few others on the island do the same. Some islands also offer the choice of full- or partial-island rentals, depending upon the length of stay and availability.

The perks of a private island escape are plentiful, but the best part is that everything should be accessible at the whim of the cli-ent. The experience should come complete with a private chef to prepare guests’ every meal, private yachts and boat charters to lead them off-island on requested excur-sions, private beaches for secluded relax-

ation, and, of course, private jets to get guests there and back. Exclusive attention (but only when it is requested) creates the thrill of these exclusive stays—and the real treat of being almost completely alone.

Private island prices obviously depend upon the level of exclusivity as well as location, popularity and season. But, for the most part, these stays range anywhere in the thousands- to million-dollar-a-night stays, with an average falling somewhere in the tens of thousands for a single night. While this is no trip for the price-conscious traveler, private island villa-resorts are the most reasonable way to go when it comes to this exclusive travel market.

Indeed, decadent, luxury villas grace shorelines of many private island retreats and are equipped with a full staff ready to serve travelers’ every need, from house-cleaning and laundry service to gourmet cooking and requested spa treatments. Some islands even include private butler service per villa.

Luxury travelers looking for an ultra-pampered escape will yearn for these elite retreats, where just about anything is pos-sible.

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AFFLUENT ADVENTURESSERENGETI MIGRATION CAMP SERENGETI, TANZANIAThis tented camp, overlooking the Grumeti River and its resident hippos, hosts game drives into Serengeti National Park, walks along the river, bird watching, views of the world’s greatest mammal migration, and balloon safaris.

CLAYOQUOT WILDERNESS RESORT TOFINO, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADAThis eco-destination sits at the mouth of the Bedwell River, offering horseback riding, kayaking, whale watching, bear watching, hiking, fi shing, zip lining, shooting, archery and mountain biking.

BANYAN TREE MADIVARU MADIVARU, MALDIVESSet on an island in the Maldives, these tented pool villa retreats offer all-inclusive activities, such as diving, sunset cruises, morning and night fi shing, dolphin safaris, manta sighting cruises and other marine adventures.

TENIQUA TREETOPS WESTERN CAPE, SOUTH AFRICAThis tented tree house resort on the foothills of the ancient Outeniqua mountain range boasts Knysna For-est tours, mountain biking, sailing, canoeing, rappelling, quadbiking and beach horseback riding.

WHITEPOD RESORT LES CERNIERS, SWITZERLANDNestled in the charming village of Les Cerniers in the heart of the Swiss Alps, this resort of luxury pods is visited for its skiing, snowboarding, cross-country skiing, dog-sledding, paragliding, snowshoeing, sledding, ski touring, ski competitions and hiking.

THE URGE TO GET BACK TO NATURE seems ingrained in some clients’ very DNA. Bored with business travel, where they al-ready stay at upscale properties and entertain clients at top-name restaurants, luxury travel-ers want something different, open, natural… you know, travel the way they used to when they were young, but much better.

Enter, glamour camping—or “glamping” as it's become known—a growing trend in the luxury market that continues to amaze travelers with the surprisingly luxe life of Mother Nature.

These resorts offer vacations that are any-thing but roughing it—but don’t tell your clients that. These travelers do relish in the idea of becoming one with nature. They just don’t want to leave their amenities behind. So, glamour camping and luxury tent resorts strive to offer the ease of a ve-star stay in the open air of such alluring settings as the Serengeti or the Swiss Alps. It should come as no surprise, therefore, that these high-class trips do not come cheap.

Tents are the shelter of choice—in true camping style. But, these elevated accom-modations don’t house your usual sleep-ing bag and lantern; instead, they’re me-ticulously appointed with everything from

hardwood oors and opulent rugs to leather chairs and wireless Internet, looking far more like a Ralph Lauren photo shoot than a simple canvas overhang. King-sized beds dressed in luxury linens and down duvets await guests after an adventure packed day, and gourmet dinner or “room” service is de rigueur.

During the day, guests can traverse the area’s terrain with guided excursions and high-energy activities, completely pre-pared by the resorts themselves. Hiking, biking, horseback riding, kayaking, rock climbing, skiing and shing—the to-do list is never ending when it comes to the great outdoors, especially with resident experts to lead the way.

Active and adventure trips are ranked among the top ve travel trends emerging in 2011, according to Virtuoso’s 2011 Luxe Report, and for the luxury traveler, this is de nitely the way to do it. So for your cli-ents who have an appetite for adventure, but believe long hikes in the mountain air or elephant safaris in the desert sun should end with a massage and private, ve-star dining, this ultra-luxurious take on the rus-tic pleasures of youth will tap into their nostalgia for the past, but build memories for years to come.

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THE CONCEPT OF GLAMOUR CAMPING, I.E. “GLAMPING”, HIT THE LUXURY TRAVEL SCENE A FEW YEARS AGO, BUT A FEW EXPERIENCES HAVE GONE WAY BEYOND TRENDY, THANKS TO ONCE-IN-A-LIFETIME DESTINATIONS AND AN ULTRA-LUXURIOUS TAKE ON THE RUSTIC VACATIONS OF YESTERYEAR.

ELITE TRAVELERS looking for excite-ment, exclusivity and elegance have more options than they once did. From traditional European glamour to glitzy Asian islands, Middle Eastern mystery to American nouveau glam, multibillion-dollar devel-opments cater to status-conscious trav-elers who want very much to see and be seen—and then want to escape to a glit-tery private enclave where the rest of the world is kept at bay.

The destinations themselves must of-fer excitement in many forms: Ornate ca-sinos, with exclusive high-stakes gaming rooms; the alluring lines of a Lamborghini or Rolls-Royce that should be handled by the valet; yachts slicing through azure-col-ored waters; exclusive art galleries; indul-gent spas that promise rejuvenation (for a price); Michelin Star-rated restaurants, with rare wines, cognacs and more. And never forget the adrenaline rush that comes from diamonds, handbags, couture clothing bou-tiques, and other conspicuous ways to spend money without a single pang of guilt.

One signi cant outlay should be cen-tered on a hotel or villa. The choice here is extremely important because as much as

jet-set travelers may want to make a pub-lic show of excess, some things are still private—if only to nurture a reputation of mystery.

Agents should look for hotels with pri-vate-access oors, or better yet, grand suites or villas with similarly restricted access. Look for onsite spas, quality chefs, trendy nightclubs, elegant pool decks with towel and sunscreen service, cabana rentals and a variety of accessible nibbles and cocktails. Such mundane concerns as laundry ser-vice, shoe shining and—let’s face it—even breakfast, should simply be taken care of. Private butlers are a plus. For anything off-site, an attentive concierge is critical.

Because status and celebrity are often important to this type of traveler, ties to movie stars, royalty, heads of state and in-ternational business moguls can in uence traveler decision-making. After all, if it's good enough for royalty…

These fantasy vacations do come at a price, sometimes in the tens of thousands of dollars per night. But if extravagant clients don’t mind shelling out big for their dreams, these incredibly glamorous destinations do not disappoint.

Utter Decadence UNSURPASSED DREAMSBURJ AL ARAB, JUMEIRAHDUBAI, UAEClaiming to be the most luxurious hotel in the world, this retreat boasts 202 spacious duplex suites featuring personal butlers, a walk-in shower and Jacuzzi/Spa bath, Hermes amenities and a private bar, while the resort itself offers world-class golf, a private beach, six award-winning signature restaurants and yacht charters.

THE VENETIAN MACAO-RESORT-HOTEL MACAU, CHINAWith 3,000 all-suite guest rooms, one million square feet of Grand Canal Shoppes, a 1,800-seat theater, a 15,000-seat arena, 1.2 million square feet of meeting facilities, more than 30 restaurants, the world’s largest casino, gondola rides, garden swimming pools and extensive recreational facilities, The Venetian Macao is one grand destination waiting to please.

HÔTEL DE PARISMONACO Nestled in the French Riviera, this glamorous retreat brings beauty and wealth together in its 182 rooms, 74 suites and junior suites and one presidential suite, along with inter-nationally renowned restaurants, some of the fi nest wine cellars in the world—a prestigious home to almost 600,000 bottles, a dedicated wellness center and one of Europe’s most beautiful spas.

MGM RESORTS LAS VEGAS, NVThese 14 Las Vegas hubs sit at the epicenter of luxury and entertainment in the sin city. Unsurpassed shows, uncountable rooms to choose from, the best casinos in the city, award-winning restaurants, uncountable shops and night clubs that outdo the best in the world—these resorts offer the cream of the crop when it comes to luxury stays.

WHEN IT COMES TO UNINHIBITED LUXURY, SOME MIGHT ARGUE THAT SO MUCH CONSPICUOUS CONSUMPTION IS JUST WRONG. BUT, IF A GLAMOROUS GETAWAY IS WRONG, WHO WANTS TO BE RIGHT?

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THE CARNEROS INNNAPA VALLEY, CALIFORNIA Nestled among 27 acres of vineyards, this Napa farmland and scenic apple orchards offer local countryside stays in barns, silos and ranchers’ cottages, with luxury touches. Guests can enjoy dining on the region’s best artisanal ingredients, spa treatments inspired by local ingredients and California’s fi nest wines.

GUEST FARMSSICILY & TUSCANY, ITALYGuest farms are a popular choice of stay among the working estates—far removed from the city. Stays are rustic, but cozy within vineyards, olive groves, oak woods or wheat fi elds and include cultural tours, winery visits or cooking classes, as the food is always exceptional.

WHAREKAUHAU LODGE AND COUNTRY ESTATEWAIRARAPA, NEW ZEALANDThis historical farming operation offers a variety of accommodations on the 5,500 acres of land, as well as hiking and mountain biking expeditions, tours of the working sheep station, daily farm events, and tastings at the local wineries, boasting some of the world’s best Pinot Noir.

HACIENDA ZULETAANGOCHAGUA VALLEY, ECUADORGuest rooms are located in the main Haci-enda, which dates back to 1691, boasting beautiful garden and mountain views. Visitors can learn how Zuleta’s semi-aged, handmade cheese is produced in the onsite factory, visit the organic gardens and discover the ingredients of their meals, and take part in the milking experience of the destination’s 300 cows.

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WHETHER PAYING for a chance to work on a sheep farm in New Zealand or wine tasting at a vineyard in Napa Valley, agri-tourism tunes into the request for down-to-earth vacations in rural settings. And with the ever-popular trends of organic eating and the Slow Food movement, the upper class can’t help but seek out destina-tions that ful ll their nostalgic yearnings for farm life while supporting their jet-set habits.

The most popular form of agritourism hits on the educational and experiential as-pect of travel—a clear trend among luxury travelers—that emerged in Virtuoso’s lat-est Luxury Travel study, released this year. Appealing to eco-conscious foodies and wine connoisseurs hoping to witness rst-hand how grapes are aged or what it actual-ly takes to raise a grass-fed let, agritourism initiates vacationers into these traditions, helping them to learn about the source of their foods and wines.

Back to their roots—literally—travelers can participate in unique, rural experienc-es, such as organic cooking and butchery classes, herding sheep, cultivating crops,

milking cows, cooking with local ingredi-ents, or simply spending a relaxing vaca-tion tasting wines and enjoying the scen-ery of the land itself.

Agritourism can also encompass the recreational aspect of outdoor life through land-dependent events and activities, such as horseback riding, kayaking or hiking. Many agri-destinations are expanding their offerings to include more variety, hoping to keep guests entertained for longer stays.

Luxury accommodations range from family estates and privately owned vine-yards to working farms or ranches in re-gions spanning countrysides across the world. These destinations strive to bring in revenue to the lands they inhabit with tour-ists seeking the simple elegance of comfort-able and cozy stays.

This type of travel is highly accessible within the U.S. in destinations such as Cal-ifornia, Alabama and Oregon. International locations across Europe, South America and beyond offer similar land conscious vacations, reaching even further into the roots of travelers’ histories and local gas-tronomic trends.

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Zoëtry Paraiso de la Bonita Riviera Maya is set on 500 yards of private beach. This exceptionally unique property features 90 beachfront suites, each uniquely decorated with hand-picked treasures from around the world. Guests will also nd La Canoa, a AAA Four Diamond award-winning restaurant; the rst certi ed Thalassotherapy Center in North America; and a private, 48-foot catamaran. As one of the Leading Hotels of the World, this resort features lavish suites with private ocean view terraces, Bvlgari bath amenities, a daily bottle of champagne with fresh fruit, and a one-hour catamaran sunset sail. A selection of these suites also features access to private plunge pools and outdoor showers.

Zoëtry Casa del Mar Los Cabos rests on the Paci c coast, with 42 haci-enda-style suites—all oceanfront. Each suite features a Jacuzzi, private balcony with ocean views, 42-inch at screen TV, a daily bottle of champagne with fresh fruit, and a welcome bottle of tequila. The resort’s world-class Sueños del Mar Spa features seven indoor cabins and a beautiful oceanfront palapa, located directly on the beach. Guests of Casa del Mar also receive a complimentary 20-minute spa treatment per guest per stay. And for some physical activity, the property feature multiple tennis courts as well as access to the 18-hole, cham-pionship, Robert Trent Jones Jr. designed Cabo Real Golf Course.

Zoëtry Agua Punta Cana sits on 200 yards of private beach on the easternmost coast of the Dominican Re-public. This property features 51 luxurious suites, all strategically situated throughout the manicured gardens of this Caribbean resort. Suites range in size, but all fea-ture private terraces, spa-like bathrooms, Bvlgari bath amenities, a daily fresh fruit basket, and a welcome bottle of rum. The resort’s full-service spa comes complete with an extensive menu of unique, indig-enous body treatments, steam saunas and more. Complimentary resort services in-clude horseback riding and a 20-minute spa treatment, while other activities range from tennis and a variety of classes, such as cigar rolling, to off-resort excursions.

NURTURING NUTRITION As part of the Endless Privileges® stay, Zoëtry Wellness & Spa Resorts offers guests a professional well-ness coach to cover all aspects of the physical, mental and spiritual well-being. The resorts’ spas feature more than just ordinary body treat-ments and, instead, focus on fi nding a true balance of health by specializ-ing in unique, rejuvenating spa thera-pies to partner with nutrition plans.

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AAA FIVE DIAMOND ZOËTRY WELLNESS & SPA RESORTS represent a new era in luxury stays. With wellness at its core, this AMResorts brand features luxurious accommodations and healthy gourmet cuisine, along with cultural, artis-tic and educational experiences for guests. These resorts are not only focused on the wellness and serenity of its visitors, but also on being socially and environmentally responsible, encouraging all that stay there to be similarly aware.

Guests will have the opportunity to spend time with artists, musicians, and food and wine experts, as well as participate in a variety of cultural and ecological adventures—educating them on the local environment. Community projects and volunteer guest programs give back to the resorts’ nearby villages and towns, while recycling and pollution control help to protect surrounding marine life.

Wellness practices at each of these properties

reach far beyond traditional health and spa thera-pies, with a combination of tness centers and nutritional advice, as well as hydrotherapies and holistic, Asian-inspired treatments.

Gourmet menus at all Zoëtry properties boast light, heart-healthy, organic and locally grown fare, prepared by award-winning chefs. Plus, these personally crafted meals seek to suit all dietary needs as well as any desired dining ambiance.

Zoëtry Resorts are set in the desirable destina-tions of the Riviera Maya and Los Cabos in Mexico and Punta Cana in the Dominican Repub-lic. Guests at any of these properties automatically receive the brand’s Endless Privileges® experi-ence, which provides access to resort pleasures without ever having to think about charges or gratuities, such as a 20-minute wellness consulta-tion, 24-hour laundry service, maid service three times daily, 24-hour in-room dining, afternoon tea, unlimited cocktails, and more.

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LEADING THE WAYAt Zoëtry Paraiso de la Bonita Riviera Maya, guests can relax at the world-renowned Thalassotherapy Center, the fi rst certifi ed center in North America. The facility utilizes the unique European approach of incorporating ancient traditions with modern health sciences to offer a wide range of both beauty and wellness treatments to help guests improve their sleep, reduce stress, fi nd relief for a variety of pain, arthritis, muscular, circulatory and skin conditions, and experience weight loss and cellulite reduction.

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Sandals GRANDE ANTIGUAThe Best Of Both Worlds.Mediterranean Elegance meets Island Charm.

The Mediterranean Villageis a recipient of the

Six Star Diamond AwardVoted “World’s Most Romantic Resort,” Sandals Grande Antigua is two extraordinary vacations in one on Antigua’s best and most famous beach, Dickenson Bay. Cooling trade winds lure you to the authentic island charm of the Caribbean Grove; a seaside garden oasis graced by majestic palms and dotted with exotic circular Rondoval cottages. The six-star, all-suite Mediterranean Village brings out your cosmopolitan side with the Eastern Caribbean’s largest zero-entry pool edged by private cabanas and chic villa suites. Experience the best of both worlds that includes six pools, sevenbars, and ten superb themed restaurantsin one romantic getaway of a lifetime.

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SANDALS INTRODUCES ITS FIRST ALL-BUTLER RESORT in Ochos Rios, Jamaica, where luxurious personal service is included for every guest. On-call personal butlers trained by the Guild of Professional English Butlers cater to every whim, from drawing baths and making dinner reserva-tions to delivering wine and scheduling tee times. It’s the smallest of details that make the biggest impression on those looking for an intimate retreat.

On the sophisticated north coast, where the St. Ann Mountains sweep down to two private cove beaches, this all-suite, oceanfront enclave, tucked into a majestic coral bluff, is the only all-inclusive resort to have gained member-ship into the prestigious

Leading Hotels of The World and honored as a Leading Spa Hotel. As a ve-decade historical gem, Sandals Royal Plantation built a reputation as a favorite hideaway for the international elite who sought after its authentic vibe.

Today, virtually un-changed in tone, this resort, boasting just 74 exquisite suites, rises twenty- ve feet above the beach, offering uninterrupted sea views for all. Each luxury suite show-cases hand-carved mahogany furnishings, in-room bars, luxury linens, lavish baths and modern details, such as at screen TVs and iPod docking stations.

While just about every water sport imaginable is offered off of Jamaica’s beautiful beaches, golf here is the most revered pastime,

and greens fees are included at the nearby Sandals Golf & Country Club.

The culinary experience is truly exceptional at the resort’s four restaurants, including the award-winning French bistro, Le Papillon. All are under the guidance of internationally renowned chef Allan Limmer, and each offers expert sommeliers to help pair ideal wine cellar selections, including exclu-sive varietals of Beringer ® Wine. The resort also boasts Jamaica’s only champagne and caviar bar—C-Bar.

Sandals Royal Plantation is for travel agents’ discerning clients who appreciate the highest caliber of luxury in an authentic Jamaican experience. To book, visit www.sandals.com.

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EXPERIENCELUXURY■ Two private cove beaches—one for sun-bathing and one with a water sports pavilion■ Personal butler service for all guests, plus beach butler service■ Water sports, including scuba diving, snorkeling, sailing and windsurfi ng■ Red Lane® Spa*■ Golf at nearby Sandals Golf & Country Club ■ Lit tennis courts and a billiard game lounge■ Four gourmet restaurants, including the award-winning Le Papillon, serving French cuisine■ C-Bar, the Caribbean’s only champagne and caviar bar*■ Three bars, including a chic piano bar ■ 3,000-square-foot, private, three-bedroom “Villa Plantana” *Additional cost.

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For the ultimate experience in Detroit, come touch the Lion. With unparalleled gaming, an award-winning 400-room hotel with spectacular views, restaurants, lounges and business facilities – we’ve created the Midwest’s premier entertainment destination. It’s the perfect place to play, stay and rejuvenate.

Guests enjoy amenities such as a separate hotel entrance, a Private Lobby Living Room for hotel guests only, and access to a world-class spa and salon at their fingertips.

As Detroit’s only hotel to receive “Four Stars” from the Forbes Travel Guide and AAA’s coveted “Four Diamond” award, we’re the envy of every other destination in the Midwest. Get ready to touch luxury at MGM Grand Detroit.

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WITH UNPARALLELED ACCOMMODATIONS, restaurants and lounges, busi-ness facilities and gaming, MGM Grand Detroit has cre-ated the Midwest’s premier meeting and entertainment destination for luxury travel-ers of all types.

Marble showers, pillow-top beds with plush down comforters, 42-inch HD plas-ma televisions and wireless Internet add to the comforts your clients will enjoy when they stay in Detroit’s only hotel bestowed the presti-gious AAA Four Diamond Award as well as Four Stars from Forbes Travel Guide. Every one of the resort’s 400 oversized rooms promises luxury.

Guests can unwind from the day with 20,000 square feet of pampering at the

award-winning Immerse spa, where they enjoy treatments in one of nine luxurious rooms, a salon, an indoor in nity-edge pool and a state-of-the-art tness center.

Delights abound in signa-ture restaurants like celebrity Chef Michael Mina’s seafood bastion Saltwater, a AAA Four Diamond Award win-ner, and Bourbon Steak, the resort’s red meat paradise. Acclaimed Chef Wolfgang Puck’s Wolfgang Puck Grille pleases guests with its mod-ern twist on the classic bar and grill, featuring casual yet sophisticated dining. Plus, more casual dining options are available at the popular Palette Dining Studio and Breeze Dining Court.

At the 100,000-square-foot casino, open 24 hours a day, guests can deal in at Detroit’s

premier poker room and any of the over 90 gaming tables, or try their luck at over 4,000 of the latest and hottest slots and video poker games. It’s no wonder readers of Midwest Gaming & Travel magazine voted this resort the “Best Players Club” and “Best Casino Hosts” in the Midwest.

For a night out, MGM Grand Detroit features the unique atmospheres of Ignite Sushi Bar & Lounge, Agua Rum & Tequila Bar, INT ICE, U•Me•Drink and more. But for those clients who really like to go clubbing in style, V Nightclub serves up true VIP treatment.

To learn more about the in-comparable luxury experience at MGM Grand Detroit, visit www.mgmgranddetroit.com.

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EXPERIENCELUXURY■ Separate entrance for hotel guests■ Private living room for hotel guests■ 400 oversized rooms■ 30,000 square feet of event space, including the 14,000-square-foot Grand Ballroom■ Three signature restaurants from chefs Wolfgang Puck and Michael Mina■ Five lounges■ Award-winning Immerse spa■ M life Players Club, access to rewards, privileges, and members-only events at all 15 MGM Resorts

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MEET A VENUE WITH SPLASH.

Have your gathering beyond the ballroom. At Mirage, you can break out

of our 170,000 square feet of meeting space into everything else: The

restaurants, the Dolphin Habitat, and yes—our famed pool areas. Meet

Mirage and see how we can help you make a splash.

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ON THE ENTERTAINMENT EPICENTER of the Strip, the source of the eruption, The Mirage, remains the axis upon which the entire city of Las Vegas turns. This hotel invented the term megaresort, and from its big bang, came everything else—the world-class dining, the enthralling entertainment, and the deluge of experiences and emotions that de ne the ultimate getaway. Yes, The Mirage seems to have started it all and is not nearly nished.

With world-class dining and entertainment, as well as plush accommodations and amenities alongside a world-renowned casino and an unparallelled shopping experience, The Mirage offers luxurious stays and an attentive staff ready to cater to your clients’ every desire.

Guest rooms feature rich hues and imported fabrics in a re ned atmosphere of sophisticated comfort, while many suites offer breathtaking views of the resort’s tropical pool, majestic mountains or the Las Vegas Strip. And in true high-end style, every room and suite is full of unique details that soothe and surround, including an LCD TV, an mp3 player, lush robes and a media station.

When the resort opened its doors in 1989, The Mirage raised the standard in Las Vegas dining, and today, it proudly stands at the forefront of the city’s gourmet scene, boasting culinary genius with fashion designer air. Japonais melds Eastern balance with Western exuberance, while STACK offers a remix of an American

bistro with a nightclub’s energy. Guests can also dine beside The Mirage’s tropical rainforest at Kokomo’s, or sink into contem-porary Chinese cuisine at Fin.

Do John, Paul, George and Ringo ring a bell? These names, along with stars Jay Leno, Kevin James, Ray Romano and Terry Fator, grace The Mirage’s lively entertainment scene with nightly shows and never-ending laughs. Plus, JET Nightclub offers 10,000 square feet of A-list space to dance the night away. And for a distinctive contemporary ambiance, plus ultra VIP service, Bare pool boasts pool-side action set to DJ-spun music.

To learn more about The Mirage, visit www.mirage.com.

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EXPERIENCELUXURY■ 3,044 rooms and suites■ 14 Luxury Villas & Lanais■ 5 Acres of Tropical Lagoons, Pools and Cabanas■ Bare—Upscale European Style Adult Pool Lounge■ 6 fi ne dining restaurants■ 10 casual dining destinations■ 6 Nightclubs, Lounges & Bars including hailed JET Nightclub■ Home of the Beatles™ LOVE™ by Cirque du Soleil© and Terry Fator—Ventriloquism in Concert■ The Mirage Spa and Kim Vō Salon ■ Siegfried & Roy’s Secret Garden and Dolphin Habitat■ Trainer for a Day program, with dolphin specialists■ VIP Tours, behind-the-scenes look at wildlife

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Always sunny and luxurious. Never less than amazing. Resort Credit Free with -night stay.

The sun, surf and crystal-blue pools are invigorating. The spa is soothing. The rooms

are elegant. And the resort is Fiesta Americana Grand Los Cabos Golf & Spa Resort.

And booking right now got even better. Your clients will receive $600 in resort

credit FREE with a 3-night stay. What does a $600 resort credit look like? It’s

blissful full-body massages. A candlelight setting on the beach. A private beach

cabana complete with Beach Butler, fresh treats and more. An unforgettable wine

tasting for two. A daily visit to our world-class gym. A bottle of wine and canapés

waiting in your guest room. Coffee, bottled water, Wi-Fi access and more.

For more information or to book, go to

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*Valid for travel now through December 22, 2011. Resort credit not exchangeable for other services, not transferable to other guests, and not refundable if not used. Experiences have no cash value, and are amenities specially designed to enhance guests’ experience at our resorts. Not valid with any other promotions, discounts or when traveling using Vacation Club points. Minimum of 3 nights at regular hotel rates. All hotel reservations are subject to availability and must be made in advance. Offer is not valid for groups/conventions or agreement rate, and may not be combined with other promotional offers. Rate based on double or single occupancy. Other restrictions may apply. For more information, visit fiestamericanagrand.com/experiences.

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FIESTA AMERICANA GRAND LOS CABOS is a top-notch, luxury golf and spa resort located within the elite golf community of Cabo del Sol. The 249 rooms and suites, each featuring private balconies, offer spectacular views of the Sea of Cortez, while around-the-clock, in-room and restaurant dining serves up local and interna-tional cuisine at six different restaurants and bars.

Ranked among the top 25 of Golf Digest’s 2009 “100 Best Courses Outside The United States,” this grand property’s world-famous course, Cabo del Sol Ocean Course, features 36 holes of championship golf, designed by legendary Jack Nicklaus.

The resort also boasts a unique concept in spa experiences at its exclusive

SOMMA WineSPA—a part of the privileged group of seven wine spas worldwide, as well as the only location in Mexico. With exclusive, sig-nature wine-based treatments, guests can take advantage of the extraordinary anti-oxidant qualities and bene ts of the best grapes from Mexico’s wine region, through innova-tive treatments in spectacular settings.

Personalized sommeliers are available to guide guests through wine tastings paired with signature hors d’oeuvres from the Paci c Rim for ne dining post treatment.

Immersed in the hotel’s subtle elegance, six different venues also provide some of the best restaurants in Los Cabos, where guests enjoy all the sea has to offer in both views and tastes.

Fiesta Americana Grand Los Cabos is recognized by professionals all over the world for having the most complete meeting and func-tion facilities in the area for up to 1,000 guests. If you’re organizing an important event for a client, the hotel offers a paradise for open-air venues, including outdoor and inside facilities.

With nine large and versatile banquet halls, all featuring terraces with a spectacular view of the Sea of Cortez and equipped with sophisticated audiovisual equipment, luxury events come naturally in these spectacular spaces.

To learn more about the grand luxury experience at this spectacular resort, visit www. estamericanagrand.com.

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EXPERIENCELUXURYThe luxury experience in Los Cabos starts with Fiesta’s amazing value. Book your clients for a minimum of three nights, and they’ll receive $600 in compli-mentary luxury amenities, includ-ing a relaxing massage in the SOMMA Wine-SPA, an exclusive wine tasting for two, access to the resort’s fi rst-class fi tness cen-ter, welcome hors d’oeuvres and bottle of wine, in-room coffee and bottled water, and a romantic, candlelit, beach set-up in a pri-vate cabana.

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THE PACIFIC OCEAN HARBORS so many hidden treasures—legendary islands with evocative names, each one conjuring up images of heaven. From Bora Bora and Easter Island to Tahiti and Fiji, magical destinations of extraordinary natural beauty offer cruising adventures not to be forgotten amidst tropi-cal forests, coral reefs and black volcanic isles.

The on-board experience is no less sumptuous with Compagnie du Ponant’s new yacht, L’Austral. This superb new mega-yacht offers 132 staterooms with a unique atmosphere, a subtle blend of luxury and intimacy. A sleek silhouette, softened by elegantly smooth contours and large, arched windows, opening up to the sea and the light, L’Austral is the perfect balance between

chic and casual. Your clients will feel as

though they’re on their own private yacht, encountering calls hailed inaccessible to large cruise ships and experi-encing re ned, personalized service as well as an excep-tional variety of cuisine.

Aboard L’Austral, guests can travel Compagnie du Ponant’s transpaci c route, from Valparaiso to Singapore, across the Paci c Ocean and its Great Barrier Reef, in a unique cruising experience. Spanning three continents, more than 10 countries and 50 ports of call during 60 days of sail-ing, guests will set course to discover the treasure of the South Paci c. Points of interest include Easter Island, Chile, one of the most isolated places in the world; Moorea and Bora Bora in

French Polynesia; Cairns, Australia, a quintessential port of call in this vast country, as well as Thursday Island, Australia; the Fiji Islands; Komodo, Indonesia, home to Komodo National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site; and Singapore.

Plus, travelers will get to experience one of the Seven Wonders of the World—the Great Barrier Reef—off the northeastern coast of Aus-tralia. From the comfort of this luxury yacht, guests can admire the largest collection of coral reef systems and islands on earth.

For information about booking Compagnie du Ponant’s L’Austral for a transpaci c sailing, visit www.ponant.com.

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EXPERIENCELUXURYL’Austral has been designed to meet the needs of all types of luxury travelers with its variety of ameni-ties. A well-known Parisian brand, Sothy’s Spa on L’Austral offers relaxation and pampering services, while the yacht’s two restaurants serve breakfast, lunch and dinner, with a variety of cuisine types. Comfortable state-rooms, nearly all with private bal-cony, are available for families. Plus, there’s a games area onboard, children’s menus at all restaurants and a babysitting service to cater to family needs.

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NESTLED ON CANCUN’S FINEST STRETCH of private beach, Fiesta Americana Grand Coral Beach Cancun Resort & Spa offers the best of both worlds, with award-winning luxury that transports the soul to pure relaxation amidst the area’s vibrant culture and 24-hour entertainment scene.

Beautiful surroundings combined with top-notch ser-vice have made this resort the winner of the prestigious AAA Five Diamond Award numer-ous times as well as helped earn it continuous accolades from Travel + Leisure and Condé Nast Traveler as one of Mexico’s best hotels.

All of the property’s suites offer spacious comforts, featur-ing breathtaking ocean views and Latin-chic decor with warm, yet re ned, spaces.

The resort recently opened a

world-class, 40,000-square-foot Gem Spa, which boasts stun-ning and sophisticated design; innovative treatments inspired by gemstone therapy; unique amenities, including a 10-step hydrotherapy ritual system; separate areas for men and women as well as mixed areas for mingling; and 26 treatment rooms.

An awe-inspiring pool spans the length of the hotel and showcases blue, lagoon-like waters and numerous relaxing lounge areas. Picture-perfect vistas offer unobstructed views of the nearby Isla Mujeres. Resort guests can also enjoy a variety of water sports off the property’s beaches as well as participate in excursions to hailed local attractions, including Chichen Itza, Tulum, Xcaret, Xel-Ha and Cozumel.

Kids can enjoy daily

supervised entertainment at the resort’s Fiesta Kids club, with activities ranging from beachfront sandcastle building and seashell hunting to crafts and other interactive games and events.

A celebrated culinary team creates a variety of delectable dining options throughout six resort dining venues, such as the Five Diamond Le Basilic, the oceanfront fresh seafood restaurant Isla Contoy, and the authentic and stylish La Joya. Local Mexican avor is infused in the resort’s ambiance nightly with traditional Mariachi singers serenading at sunset throughout the lobby.

For more information, visit www. estamericanagrand.com or call 1-800-FIESTA-1.

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EXPERIENCELUXURYHailed as the best spa in Cancun and the Caribbean, Gem Spa combines the luxury and elegance of its location with the enchant-ment of its exclusive treatments. The Spa’s complete hydrotherapy program and gem therapy rituals help guests achieve total balance of mind, body and soul. This spa boasts 26 luxurious treatment rooms, including 10 multi-function rooms, six massage and facial rooms, two Spa Master Suites featuring hydro-massage bathtubs with chromo-therapy, fi ve couple’s treatment rooms, one VIP Spa Suite for couples, with a double Jacuzzi and steam room, and two rooms for Shiatsu and Thai massages.

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INSPIRED BY THE beautiful villages of Europe, AAA Five Diamond Bellagio overlooks a Mediterranean-blue lake in which fountains perform a magni cent ballet choreo-graphed to music and lights. The lobby is, in a word, grand, both in scale and in design. And above the 18-foot ceiling, is a coffer lled with the most extraordinary glass sculpture—a chandelier called Fiori di Como by glass sculptor Dale Chihuly, whose work has been exhibited in just about every major mu-seum in the world. In short, Bellagio de nes the luxury experience.

Elegantly appointed accommodations, pairing modern conveniences with the warmth of home, feature sweeping views of the resort’s lake, surrounding mountains and the Las Vegas

skyline.Bellagio’s restaurants run

the gamut from gourmet Five Diamond dining to easy, informal meals. Food lovers no longer have to go to Paris or New York for the best culinary experiences, because Bellagio features a Michelin two-star restaurant (Picasso), two Michelin one-star restaurants (Le Cirque and MICHAEL MINA Bellagio), two AAA Five Diamond restaurants (Picasso and Le Cirque) and a James Beard Award-winning restau-rant (Picasso).

Bellagio is also home to four James Beard Award-winning chefs—Jean-Georges Vongerichten, Todd English, Michael Mina and Julian Serrano. Yellowtail Japanese Restaurant & Lounge, pre-sented by chef Akira Back, features seasonal sh and in-

gredients own in daily from some of the nest markets in the world.

The resort’s retail prom-enade, Via Bellagio, includes the luxury shops of Giorgio Armani, Gucci, Tiffany & Co., Louis Vuitton, Prada, Fred Leighton, Chanel, Dior, Bottega Veneta, Fendi and more shops to open Fall 2011.

A world-class art gallery that debuts museum-caliber exhibitions biannually, the lush Conservatory & Botanical Gardens, an intimate wedding chapel, a luxurious spa and salon, dynamic nightlife, an elegant casino and Cirque du Soleil®’s stunning perfor-mance of “O™” all add to the symphony that is Bellagio.

To book a luxury stay with Bellagio, visit bellagio.com.

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EXPERIENCELUXURYHave clients experience Bellagio’s exquisite spa. This award-winning beauty oasis has the singular goal of pampering guests with its unique menu of international treatments in a luxurious 65,000-square-foot setting. With a bliss-inspiring, comprehensive selection of therapeutic facial and body care treatments and an invigorating exercise facility to elate the senses, the Spa & Salon Bellagio truly exhibits unmatched care. Spa Journey packages can be custom tailored to suit your clients’ needs, plus food and beverages can be added on for an additional fee.

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De nition of luxury: luxury (l g’ zh -r ) n., pl. –ries 1. Something conducive to comfort or pleasure 2. Sumptuous living 3. An African safari

A TREETOP DECK over a watering hole for elephants, high thread-count linens on a canopy bed overlooking the wild savannah, private plunge pools and spa treat-ments on a private terrace, or a journey through the Cape wine country; these are just some of the luxury experiences at Great Safaris’ sumptuous properties that

create the perfect African journey.

With some of the most exceptional accommodations in Africa, these hotels, lodges and camps boast designer duds, butler service and gourmet cuisine prepared by world-class chefs. Great Safa-ris offers a country of re ned tastes and exquisite experi-ences in some of the most beautiful settings on earth.

Whether hiking the Moun-tains of Rwanda, savoring the beaches of Mozam-bique, or oating along the great Zambezi River, Great

Safaris’ guides take guests to a new level of bliss. With onsite operations and of ces in Africa, and decades of cultural immersion, this tour-ing company has the passion and know-how to create the perfect itinerary and price tag to please even your most discerning clients. Plus, each safari can be tweaked to your clients’ speci cations, leaving you with glowing reviews.

To learn more about the tours and destinations offered by Great Safaris, visit www.greatsafaris.com.

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