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DESTINATION FEATURES AND ARTICLES 10 COVER FEATURE ITALY — Roman Revival Bulging masculine muscularity is not necessarily a bad thing especially if you are a city named Rome that brandishes its ancient gods, tyrants and emperors better than any city in the world. Just like ancient Rome, the resurgence of the city is still tied to the shifting tides of politics, but this time many of those changes directly benefit your clients. There may have been a time in the not-too-distant past [25 years in Rome is like a

ENIT minute anywhere else] when Rome’s energy was strangled by coughing traffic…

PUBLISHER’S CORNER 6 Industry Mood is Cautiously Cautious for 2009 EDITOR’S DESK 8 When in Doubt, Don’t Fly Solo EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW 23 Riccardo Strano, North America Director for ENIT EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW 47 Huseyin Ozyurtcu, President/Owner Picasso Travel

DESTINATION ARTICLES 36 COSTA RICA Ahead of the pack! 16 PORTUGAL Heritage 38 SOUTH AFRICA ASTA IDE Report Heritage tourism is hot, and Portugal is siz- “The lion is back in camp. Please stay in your zling on the front burner. This little country room until we call you”! This was my first between Spain and the Atlantic Ocean has PORTUGAL NTO taste of what life in a South African game

another appeal for your clients right now... reserve is like. Think you’re at the top of... SATOUR 17 SPAIN Discover Galicia 40 KENYA Selling safaris in the dry season 18 FRANCE Still among top five 42 WISCONSIN Scenic Vacationland Attentive travel planners should have no problem spotting two 24 KOREA Discovering Seoul MARIAN.GOLDBERG of the most prominent peninsulas on U.S. maps… I have visited East Asia many times, but I had never been to Korea. I wasn’t sure what to expect exactly. Was it going to be 44 CRUISE Agents test out Celebrity’s Solstice like Japan or China or MASH? Since I would be traveling… 26 AUSTRALIA Giddy with anticipation ADDENDUM-DIGITAL ONLINE EDITION 30 CARIBBEAN WEDDINGS Suppliers Round-Up e28 JAPAN Report from first Luxury Travel Forum 32 JAMAICA SuperClubs’ agent incentive e30 GRENADA Moves into tourism 34 ARGENTINA An American love affair e31 WALKING TOURS Across the Europe

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Roman Revival ENIT ENIT Top: Rome, Piazza del Campidoglio By Maria Lisella Right: Ostia Antica’s Roman Theatre ulging masculine muscularity is not necessarily a discoveries. Just two months ago archeologists discovered bad thing especially if you are a city named Rome the tomb of the ancient hero who inspired Russell Crowe’s that brandishes its ancient gods, tyrants and character in the film The Gladiator. emperors better than any city in the world. Just Rome archeologist Daniela Rossi, said the discovery of the like ancient Rome, the resurgence of the city is marble tomb of Marcus Nonius Macrinus that has an inscrip- Bstill tied to the shifting tides of politics, but this time many tion bearing his name, was “the most important Ancient of those changes directly benefit your clients. Roman monument to come to light in the past 20 to 30 There may have been a time in the not-too-distant past [25 years.” The tomb was found when archaeologists were inves- years in Rome is like a minute anywhere else] when Rome’s tigating ruins uncovered during building work on the banks of energy was strangled by coughing traffic, dusty monuments, the Tiber at Saxa Rubra, on the Via Flaminia, north of Rome. overcooked pasta [in tourist trap eateries, not in Roman At the same time, the Culture Ministry announced the discov- homes ever], and the frustration that this fabulous city did not ery of new excavations on the Palatine Hill and an imperial villa synch with modern times. That unease has changed. on the Via Aurelia and a necropolis adjoining the Stadio Flaminio Rome has passionately stepped up its pace to reclaim its rugby ground. Plans are being discussed to reconstruct the identity as one of the world’s centers for art, culture and tomb as the centerpiece of a “Via Flaminia Archaeological archeology shining more so through new excavations and Park” that would include the House of Empress Livia, the

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10 JANUARY 2009 WWW.JAXFAX.COM wife of Emperor Augustus, Piazza Navona nearby at Prima Porta. Certainly, Italians still feel Stateside, Obama supporters their capital’s relevance is might like to know Veltroni veiled with provinciality, but it was among Senator Obama’s does so with an elegance that earliest backers and has been makes travelers want to join referred to as “Obama’s this club. There has never European counterpart.” been a better time to visit His administration Rome than right now, particu- improved Rome in several larly in the fall, winter and extraordinary ways. Not only ENIT spring – seasons that bring are the public services better cool air, and an ease of movement no one ever feels in the dead now than they were in the past; he fully realized that of heat as they trek through the Forum Imperiale around the Rome’s greatest capital is tourism and art. Colisseum, up the Campidoglio, seeking refuge from the sun by stepping into the cool chamber of the Pantheon and Train Station Revival stepping out into Piazza Navona’s fountains’ mist. The area around the Stazione Termini or Piazza Cinque- cento has also been undergoing a revival. Trees have been Realizing its Own Strengths planted, interesting shops and boutiques opened. Rome’s In a country that switches governments faster than most of us new Archeological Museum forms the centerpiece of this upgrade our computers, Romans have made some smart choic- transformation highlighted by the nearby Terme di Dio- es in electing local politicians, especially the former journalist and cleziano and the adjacent Piazza della Republica (built by Minister for Culture, Walter Veltroni, the two-term former mayor. former popular mayor, Franceso Rutelli’s grandfather) all of Veltroni was in large part, responsible for turning the city’s cultur- which are rejuvenating into a chic gathering spot. al assets into accessible, well-lit and designed places to visit and On Dec. 14 Trenitalia will sweep into the Termini with a revisit. His administration has prided itself on its sound finances high-speed train to rival France’s seven-year old T.G.V. The and Rome’s resurgence as a leading European hotspot of culture cream and red Pendolino will shrink the trip between Rome and entertainment, regaining the spirit of La dolce vita after the and Milan just three hours and 30 minutes. Stops are also troubled Tangentopoli era (this refers to the politically corrupt available to Florence, Bologna and Naples will be on the years of the 1980s followed by the mani pulite or clean hands same track. movement that dealt this tendency a deadly blow in 1992). The Stazione is where the 30-minute train ride from Fiumi- cino Airport leaves travelers so they can easily hail cabs to EXPLORE MALTA & ITALY their hotels. The Airport Train costs 11 euros or about $13 With the dollar strengthening against the Euro, one-way; it is the most painless ride into Rome; and it is travel to Europe is now super affordable! always on time. Tickets can be purchased at the station on the day of departure or the day prior. 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SPECIALISTS IN ALL THINGS ITALY: Independent & Group Tours e Special Interest Tours e Honeymoons e Hotel Bookings e Car Rental Parks and Complexes Auditorium Parco della Musica by Renzo Piano. One of the best times to visit the Galleria Borghese is on a Sunday and “La casa del Jazz.” The complex when the park is brimming with also includes three large concert halls street musicians, families, bike riders joined at the base by a continuous and simply Romans at rest. lobby while a fourth concert hall is the The Galleria itself is alive with open-air theater recalling Greco-

Berninis and Caravggios as well as its ENIT Roman theaters. A cafeteria is onsite own ceilings worth the trip alone, for lunch and dinners. and is set in Cardinal Scipione’s villa on the outskirts of the city; The improvement of the road network and the new trains it was among the very first institutions to regain life. Set in the in the underground are other features that directly benefit Borghese Gardens (below), which also counts other muse- both the local population and visitors alike. ums and the Cinecaffe within its Look for jazz in other venues such as the TRAMjazz, a pastoral setting, the museum’s restored tram from 1947 that has since been outfitted with refurbishment was the subject of a restaurant that travels through Rome from Porta Maggiore an exhibition at the Getty to the Celio Park and from the Colosseum to the Forum Research Institute, Los Angeles, Imperiale to the sound of jazz. An evening costs about $75 in 2000, spurred by the Getty’s per person. Call +39-339-633-4700. acquisition of 54 drawings related to the project. Bookings are nec- Can the Ancients be Far Behind? That does not mean that ancient Rome will ever be left behind essary; admission is limited to ENIT 360 persons every two hours; or forgotten. Currently Rome’s most influential military and politi- tickets cost about $10; reductions available to students, sen- cal leader, Gaius Julius Caesar, stars in an exhibit at the Chiostro iors and disabled visitors. www.galleriaborghese.it del Bramante through May 3, 2009. Revered, feared, and Rome’s culturescape has been further enhanced by institu- respected the world over, Caesar’s impact is one of the most tions such as the Auditorium Parco della Musica by Renzo studied and glorified in history. The memory and cult of Rome’s Piano, which, was built in 2002 in the area where the 1960 ‘perpetual dictator’ lives on today, over 2000 years after his bru- Olympics had been staged. Here free international concerts are tal murder. Books are still being published on his great political scheduled with big-name artists such as McCartney and Simon and military strategies, school children and university students & Garfunkel, and it is the setting for the Europe Music Award are still taught about his phenomenal impact on the world, and the altar inside the Temple of Caesar in the Roman Forum is still adorned with flowers from visitors even today. Experience Europe, with... The Chiostro del Bramante‘s exhibit illustrates Caesar the Man by showcasing the highs and lows of his career, his adversaries and military campaigns, the Egyptian adventures (and, of course, the fateful meeting with Cleopatra) and his demise on the Ides of March. Julius Caesar: the Man the Exploits, the Myth will be exhibited through May 3, at Chiostro del Bramante, Via della Pace; +06-68-809-035. Reservations are not necessary and admission is about $12. Smack in the middle of the Piazza Venezia looms what is ITALY often referred to as a huge wedding cake. Located at the • top of the Monument of Victor Emmanuel II, within the Complesso del Vittoriano is the Terrace of the Chariots that re-opened to the public after almost a century offering GREECEAUSTRIA FRANCEGERMANYSPAINSWITZERLAND TURKEYU.K. viewers fantastic panoramic views of Rome. Visitors can reach the Terrace of the Chariots in one of the two newly- built glass and steel elevators or climb the 196 steps. Today, the Complesso is alive with galleries and special exhibits. A recent surround sound, immersion in Pavarotti would sweep even non-opera lovers off their feet as they submerse themselves in the ongoing films of Pavarotti in a room lined with his costumes and two walls of videos featuring him teaming up with singers from Africa to America. Another art first for Rome is the cooperation among major FIT's • Groups • Car Rentals • Honeymoons international art institutions such as the current one between Worldwide Hotel Accommodations • River Cruises the Fondaziione Roma and the Netherlands’ Gemäldegalerie. Greek and Mediterranean Cruises • Rail Tickets and Passes. Art lovers can admire a large selection of works from the world’s most important collection of 17th century Dutch and 800-882-3983 Flemish paintings, namely those of Berlin’s Gemäldegalerie, which includes masterpieces such as Rembrandt’s The Money [email protected] Changer and Vermeer’s Woman with a Pearl Necklace. The www.europtours.com exhibit, From Rembrandt to Vermeer is on view until Feb. 15

14 JANUARY 2009 WWW.JAXFAX.COM at the Fondazione Roma Museo Piazza della Rotonda and Pantheon. (previously Museo del Corso), on Rome’s central thoroughfare, Via with a diverse menu of Roman del Corso. Admission is about $11. delights at prices that will not break Call +39-06-678-6209 the budget. For lunch with wine, two Add to this the new housing that can dine for under $50. No reserva- protects and enhances the Ara Pacis tions necessary during the week. that opened in 2006. The Ara Pacis Pontesisto Hostaria, Via di Ponte Augustae (below), a sacrificial altar Sisto, 80; +39-06-588-3411. that was Ostia Anticha, about 20 miles

originally ENIT outside of Rome is another rarely housed in visited site that will surprise and a building designed by Vittorio Ballio impress visitors as its remains are substantial and very Morpurgo in 1938, primarily of con- accessible. Once, Ostia Anticha crete instead of the travertine and (right) was Rome’s access to the marble that Mussolini’s architect sea, but as it fell into disuse after had requested. The building was in the fall of Rome, it was not disrepair and the altar itself was in reused by later generations, precarious condition so in 1996, the therefore, leaving so much intact. Comune di Roma appointed American architect Richard Meier Additionally, a medieval part of as head of the project for a new museum. Meier’s design is a town that is overshadowed by the kind of architectural revival—in terms of materials — Roman Castle of Julius II is also home to ENIT travertine and glass, much more worthy of this important site. small, wonderful eateries such as Ristorante Cipriano’s where a four-course lunch costs about Over the River and Out of Town $40 each. Via del Forno, 1. Call +039-06-563-2956. A special treat is just across the Tiber in the area known as For those staying firmly in town, just off the Via Veneto is Trastevere. Few visitors even realize this charming neighbor- the Rose Garden Palace Hotel, ranked as a four-star but hood is home to the second most important botanical garden in feels like a five-star property especially when you factor in Italy. Even when flowers are not blooming, this corner of Rome its excellent and innovative kitchen. is rife with herb gardens, a bamboo forest and landscaping one A meal for two with wine will cost just under $100. Part of the does not often see inside a big city. Epoque Hotel group, the property has a total of 57 guestrooms Should visitors arrive in July, do tell them about the Noi Antri and is adjacent to the American Embassy. Call 866-376-7831; (meaning Among Us in Roman dialect) Festival that takes place www.rosegardenpalace.com or www.epoquehotels.com for two weeks in Trastevere. Actress Audrey Hepburn once said, “People, even more Right off the Ponte Sisto, by the way, is a wonderful hostaria than things, have to be restored, renewed, revived, reclaimed, and redeemed.” Italy’s emperors, politicians and ‘Abbodanza!’—Abundance of Italy governments may come and go, and though the Roman Empire may have fallen centuries ago, the gods and god- The Italian Government Tourist Board (ENIT) and the desses have left us with an unbeatable legacy that contin- Italian Travel Promotion Council (ITPC) are hosting a ues to dazzle and never disappoints. winter “Abundance of Italy” seminar series, featuring For more information on Italy, contact the Italian Gov- seminars on the latest products and destination updates. ernment Tourist Board at 212-245-5618; 310-820-1898; or Both the ITPC members and ENIT will assist agents to visit www.italiantourism.com grow their business through destination education and a guarantee of excellence in product choices, which offer value for money to your clients. The members of the ITPC are committed to developing and promoting travel products that highlight the essence of Italy by providing the highest level of expertise, experience and dependability in the travel industry. The ITPC’s mission is to provide an integrated community of the top-travel providers who are established destination specialists in travel services to Italy. Members must meet strict guidelines, which include financial stability, professional integrity and the highest quality of services. ITPC members include Auto Europe; Bella Vista; Celtic Tours World Vacations; Central Holidays; Coun- try Walkers; Distinctive Journeys International; Door- ways LTD; European Connections; Europe at Cost; European Incoming Services; Experience Italy; Globus; International Kitchen; Parker Villas; Perillo Tours; Splendida Italia; TourCrafters and Visit Italy For consolidator airfares and tour packages to Italy Tours. Visit www.goitpc.com. see page 60-61 of the Listings Section

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eritage tourism is hot, and Portugal is sizzling on Historic wine the front burner. This little country between Spain routes in Douro val- and the Atlantic Ocean has another appeal for your ley, where next clients right now – it’s remained one of Europe’s year’s vintage of best values despite the declining dollar. The savings Port wine is ripen- Hare especially good in the luxury hotel market; Lisbon’s most lux- ing in the sun, can urious hotels in the best locations begin at about $400 a night. include lodgings in Clients can plan trips around several themes – the surprising distinguished wine story of Portugal’s “Hidden Jews”, Knights Templar castles, the estates – called PORTUGUESE NTO long occupation by Islamic caliphs, the great age of exploration, solares. Book clients in some of Portugal’s most memorable or more modern times at Estoril and Cascais, where deposed lodgings, with Solares de Portugal. They will be welcomed by royalty waited out World War II. the owner in person – that’s part of the hospitality expected by The influence of the centuries of Islamic rule shows most this group founded by the Count of Calheiros, whose own ances- heavily in the whitewashed towns of the Algarve, Portugal’s tral palace in historic Ponte de Lima is the association’s flagship southern coast. The region’s distinctive carved chimneys and property.Booked through the website, agents earn 15% com- the abundant tile work that covers buildings and church interiors mission. www.solaresdeportugal.com are part of that legacy, giving that region an exotic air. Suggest a Lisbon also has plenty of state-of-the-art modern hotels. Bold visit to the castle at Silves, their last stronghold before they lines of 21st-century design hotels will welcome them to Euro- were driven out by the crusading Knights of Temlpar. sleek surroundings – the eye-catching new Jeronimos 8 is within a three-minute walk of the UNESCO World Heritage Jewish Quarters monastery in Belem – and commissionable. Call 351-291-724- A trip along the western border reveals a string of castles built 263 or book at www.jeronimos8hotel.com close together so they could signal with bonfires to warn of Tip: Advise clients staying here to get their history fix around approaching invaders. The castle in Belmonte rises above the the corner on Rua de Belem at Antigua Confeitaria de Belem, old Judaria, the Jewish quarter, and the city celebrates its her- ordering Pasteis de Belém (custard tarts) made with the same itage as the place where Portugal’s “Hidden Jews” were dis- recipe since the café opened in 1837. Rooms at the Hotel Bairro covered in the 20th century. Forced underground by the Alto, overlooking the square at the center of Lisbon’s most Inquisition, their ancestors continued to practice their religion atmospheric neighborhoods, are luxurious, although not large. and cultural traditions in secret, gradually melding in with the Breakfast is served overlooking the Taugus River. Call +351- local Catholic traditions so that subsequent generations didn’t 213-408-288; or book online www.bairroaltohotel.com even know they were Jewish. An excellent new museum Azores Express connects from Oakland, CA, Boston and traces this history. In nearby Guarda, the tourist office has a free Providence, RI to the Azores with onward flights to Lisbon booklet mapping a tour of the old Jewish Quarter where there and Porto and pays agents a 6% commission. are still Mezuzots carved in the doorways. For more information, contact the Portuguese Tourism Caravels began their journeys into the unknown seas by sail- Office, 800-767-8842; E-mail [email protected]; or ing down the Tagus from Belem, a section of Lisbon that bears visit www.visitportugal.com. reminders of the Golden Age of discoveries – the Tower of Belem with its foundations washed by the river, the Discoveries Monument shaped like a ship’s prow, the maritime museum and the UNESCO World Heritage site of the great Jeronimos monastery, where explorer Vasco da Gama is buried.

Crosscurrents Two historic trails intersect at Tomar, a small city rich in sites recalling both the Jewish heritage and the powerful influence of the band of crusaders known as the Knights Templar. The fortress-palace of this military order stands high above the narrow streets where a Jewish community thrived in the 14th and 15th centuries. Their synagogue remains and is now a museum. Pousadas began as government-owned lodgings in historic buildings, royal castles, former monasteries and created out of rows of small historic homes in villages. Pousadas de Portugal commissions (10% to travel agents, 15% to tour operators) the best room rate available, even the Sunday -Thursday 40% discounted rates for travelers over age 55. Make reservations at For consolidator airfares and tour packages to Portugal www.pousadas.pt. see page 62 of the Listings Section

16 JANUARY 2009 WWW.JAXFAX.COM Discover Galicia, the Celtic Soul of Spain!

idden away on the eties of fish, 54 kinds of to Galicia seeking it in this Northwest corner of shellfish alone. one, in one of their many natu- HSpain, bordered on one Pilgrims have trekked to the ral health spas. side by Portugal and two sides majestic Cathedral of Santiago To learn more about this by sea, is an enchanted emer- de Compostela for over a enchanted land visit ald green land few Americans thousand years seeking para- www.turgalicia.org or call XERAL DE TURISMO, XUNTA DE GALICIA. are familiar with. It’s a place dise in the next life. Today, destinationspain.us at 1-877- Ruben C. Lois Gonzalez, Director where nature, culture and cui- sophisticated travelers come 276-6636. Xeral de Turismo, Xunta de Galicia. sine have all conspired to make it the perfect destination. As soon as your clients arrive, they are greeted by some of the most friendly, cul- tured, hospitable and artistic people in Spain. Gallegos like the Irish, share a Celtic background and history that dates back 3000 years. They even The play bagpipes, called Gaitas. What would it They have their own unique Celtic culture which they love shar- be like if ing, especially with those com- Soul of the Irish had ing to Galicia for the first time. If your clients love nature, Spain settled in Spain? few places in Spain can match Galicia for its varied Come to terrain to explore. Hundreds of miles of rugged coastline Galicia and graggy granite faced and ﬁnd out! cliffs rising from the sea, 700 pristine beaches, mountains, as well as rivers and streams teaming with fish. When it comes to culture, NdjÉaa Y^hXdkZg V [g^ZcYan 8Zai^X eZdeaZ! Galicia has no less to show

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French Affairs: Still Among Top Five

By Jeffrey Steele Cahors romance. An added bonus is that the brand can be used to peaking at this promote travel to various year’s French French regions by altering the Affairs 2008 on tagline to reflect those destina- Oct. 26 and 27, tions (“Rendez-vous en New York City- Alsace,” or “Rendezvous en Sbased Maison de la France Toulouse,” for example) or by (MDLF) director Americas event (“Rendez-vous au Festi- Jean-Phillippe Perol, val de Cannes). FRANCE NTO admitted this is a difficult economic environment for international travel. Environmen- Goals to Improve U.S. Tourism talism, high airfares and preferences for “stay-cations” all Objectives of Maison de la France include increasing are limiting Americans’ willingness to travel to France. But tourist revenues to 5 billion Euros by 2010, and developing a France is hardly alone in feeling the pinch. year-round tourism strategy taking into account the strong The year 2008 was not a good year globally for travel by demand from consumers for fall (45 percent) and spring (28 Americans, and Japan, China, Italy and the United Kingdom percent) travels. Half of all MDLF promotions are now tar- all experienced declines, he said. While projections for over- geted at the low season. all tourism to France in all of 2008 have remained stable at In addition, France will strive to promote tourism to all 80 million visitors and about $56 billion in revenue, the regions, building upon the unique richness of French cultural expectations are for a decline of eight percent in the number identities by enhancing regional campaigns and actions of French-bound Americans. focused on the Rhone Alps, Loire Valley, Provence, Langue- “For next year, we are projecting a two percent increase doc, Normandy, Aquitaine, Brittany and overseas destina- and a very good 2010,” Perol said. “We are still behind a tions like Tahiti, Guadeloupe and Martinique. declining UK, but much ahead of Italy.” Air France representatives reported while the airline with- Top Destinations 2009 stood the downturn better than competitors, even increas- Sessions at French Affairs 2008 focused on key destinations ing market share during this difficult period, its 2008 and events expected to outperform in 2009. Normandy, the top bookings declined about nine percent as of September. destination in France after Paris, will celebrate the 65th anniver- November and December advance bookings were down sary of the D-Day landings. Aix en Provence will unveil the eight and six percent respectively, but represented an “Picasso Cezanne” exhibit at the Musee Granet. improvement from earlier projections. Cruising in France Provence. continues to grow, with Brighter Horizons the popularity of small Still, reason for optimism exists. Hopeful signs include the and medium-sized ships surge by 40 to 80 million in Americans holding passports since presenting an opportuni- the advent of tighter security following the September 11th ty for French ports with attacks, the decline in oil prices to under $70 a barrel at the time reduced host capacities. of the conference, and new American confidence expected in The concept of French the wake of presidential elections, Perol said. An improved city breaks was also image of France among U.S. travelers reflected in a recent promoted, along with study showing France one of their top five favorite destinations, 10 ideas for itineraries in as well as exciting new 2009 Picasso and Cezanne exhibits, all France, among them bode well, he said. Bordeaux-Toulouse, Avi- In addition, because of the long-standing partnership it enjoys gnon-Aix-Marseilles- with Delta Airlines, Air France should benefit from the alliance Nice, Reims-Dijon and FRANCE NTO of Delta and Northwest Airlines. New direct flights to France Lille-Amiens, all easily accessible from Paris via TGV and airlines. include Salt Lake City to Paris (the first ever direct flight from Salt Lake to Europe) and New York’s JFK to Lyons. Candid Tête à Tête “We have plans to introduce new cities in the United States to Late in the conference, Perol granted an exclusive interview Charles De Gaulle, which will make travel to France more with Jax Fax and discussed both the conference and his hopes robust,” the Air France representative added. for 2009. Noting the uncertainty of the current economic cli- As well, France announced a rebranding to more effectively mate, Perol asserted, “We don’t have to be desperate. That’s evoke emotion, discovery and fun. The result – “France: Ren- not the case. We must not underestimate the importance of the dez-vous en France” – was chosen because of the universally improving exchange rate and oil prices.” It could be up to 17 per- understood term “rendezvous,” with its connotation of cent cheaper for Americans to travel to France in 2009, a savings

18 JANUARY 2009 WWW.JAXFAX.COM IRELAND:INTHENEWS Aer Lingus’ Fantastic Festive Offers retail store—and, of course, some samples at tastings. With the strong US exchange rate against the Euro at the If you base clients in Cork, moment, now is an ideal time to travel to Ireland for the holi- which boasts the second- days, especially when USA Today named Ireland in their top largest natural harbor in the five bargain destinations for winter. world, a great way to see the Aer Lingus has exclusive air fare offers from all major U.S sights is via a harbor tour ($45 cities, including Boston, New York, Chicago and Washington per person for groups of up to to Shannon and Dublin. Prices start from $199 each way. five; about $40 per person for larger groups). www.aerlingus.com Tours last 1.5 to two hours and, with some luck, a little Visit Ireland for Under $200 a Day dolphin watching. Visit www.whaleofatime.ie In Northern Ireland, the natural attractions are world-renowned, To keep costs below $200 a day, it’s still advisable to rec- including the Giant’s Causeway, often described as the “eighth ommend independent clients stay in bed-and-breakfast wonder of the world.” If you’re staying nearby, borrow a bicycle establishments in Ireland, so their budgets will cover more from your B&B or rent one in town and cycle to see these amaz- local tours and higher-priced attractions. ing hexagonal columns made from cooling lava millions of years If clients stay in Dublin’s city center, B&B rooms start ago. Visit www.giantscausewayofficialguide.com around $55 per person sharing. Starting at less than $25 visi- Those interested in learning about what thrives in the tors can buy a 24-hour bus ticket to jump on and off at the waters around Ireland should stop in at the Atlantaquaria various stops. Visit www.dublinbus.ie or National Aquarium in Galway. Adults and children can At under $20 per adult; about $45 for a family of up to six- wander through exhibits such as the Wreck, the Estuary, the attractions such as the Guinness Brewery are worth a visit. Ocean Tank and the Touch Pool. Adults pay $14, children, Clients will get a complete history of the famous black stuff, $9. Visit www.nationalaquarium.ie. For more information, a look at the brewery’s famous advertising campaigns and visit Tourism Ireland at www.tourismireland.com

FRANCE Continued from page 18 of up to $600 over an eight-day excursion, he said. “Of course 2009 will be a difficult year,” Perol concluded. “But it will be a year in which Maison de la France, tour operators and travel agents will come together. It will be a year to remember that difficult times are those when you strengthen the links of your family.” Contact the French Government Tourist Office, 212- 838-7800; E-mail [email protected]; or visit www.franceguide.com

For consolidator airfares and tour packages to France see page 58 of the Listings Section

WWW.JAXFAX.COM JANUARY 2009 19 EUROPE Berlin Wall grafitti Plan for Special Splashy Events urope remains one of the most evocative destina- to either the Jas tions in the world. The conglomerate of 39 coun- de Bouffan fam- tries that are members of the European Travel ily property or Commission (ETC) celebrated its Diamond Jubilee, C e z a n n e ’ s 60th anniversary in 2008. Rob Franklin, ETC's Exec- workshop. Eutive Director in Brussels, doesn't underestimate the chal- Musée Granet lenge that the current global economic climate represents on Place Saint

for Europe's tourism industry. "These are very difficult times Jean de Malte GERMANY NTO for the industry and its customers," he says, "and many peo- in Aix-en-Provence is 15 minutes' walk from the bus station ple will ask themselves whether they can afford to travel.” and 10 minutes from the Tourist Office. E-mail cezanne- However, we will be drawing on all the knowledge and skills [email protected] Reservations gained over the last 60 years to remind potential travelers are a must. E-mail [email protected]; across the world that Europe still offers tourists excellent www.museegranet-aixenprovence.fr value for money and is open for business as usual." Below are just a few of the special events slated to welcome trav- Berlin: Twenty years since... elers in 2009. The Fall of the Wall in 1989 moved the world. The peaceful revolution in eastern Germany and the following reunifi- Picasso in France cation are historically unique. The events 20 years ago Pablo Picasso, one of the most important figures in 20th triggered a dynamic change in Germany that is reflected Century art, will "take up residence" in the National Galleries throughout the country. Today, all over Germany, the per- of the Grand Palais in Paris. From Oct. 6, 2008 through Feb. spective of the past in a new present can be found and 2, 2009 “Picasso and Masters" puts together masterpieces makes it a fascinating travel destination, a country where by Picasso and other famous painters. Approximately 210 East and West come together. works of Picasso's art, which come from the most celebrat- To celebrate the 20th anniversary of "The Fall of the Wall," ed, public and private, national and international collections, cities from Berlin to Leipzig will be hosting special festivals, will be on display. Visit www.us.franceguide.com exhibitions and events. The event at the Musée Granet in Aix-en-Provence is Berlin will be the center of celebrations in 2009. In Berlin, expected to attract an influx of tourists to Provence this its residents and visitors to the city will commemorate the summer, which is why the French Government Tourist events of 1989 and 1990 with an extensive cultural pro- Office has cautioned travelers and agents to make reserva- gram, including an open-air exhibition on Alexanderplatz tions as early as possible. From May 25, 2009 – Sept. 27, from May 7 to Nov. 9. A number of museums are also 2009 the Musée Granet in Aix-en-Provence will exhibit devoting space to the theme alongside their permanent col- Cézanne’s and Picasso’s works exhibition: paintings, draw- lections. On November 9, the date the Berlin Wall fell, the ings, watercolors and engravings but also sculptures will be story of this historic event will be symbolically retold and exhibited highlighting the Spanish painter’s major sources of celebrated with concerts and a street festival. Visit influence from his ‘father figure’ in painting. www.berlin.de A Ticket Trio is available for 15 euros, that includes entrance to the Picasso~Cézanne exhibition, one to one of Tulips, Holland and New York the city’s museums (Musée des Tapisseries, Pavillon This year marks the 60th anniversary for the annual Vendôme or Museum d’Histoire Naturelle) and one entrance Keukenhof Gardens display of tulips in Lisse. Over seven GREECE•SPAIN•ITALY•TURKEY•EGYPT•PORTUGAL • 39 years of outstanding service LAND TOURS: 8 DAYS 9 DAYS CRUISE TOUR • Family owned • Personalized service NILE FANTASY ANCIENT WORLDS MAJESTIC NILE LAND OF GODS • High quality tours at affordable rates 8D GREECE & ROME OR IST $ 9D WITH ABU SIMBEL 12D • Proud member of NTA From 2209p.p.d.o. $ & SULTANS From p.p.d.o. $ $ 8 DAYS 1779 From p.p.d.o. From p.p.d.o. #1 HONEYMOON SPECIALISTS Airfare, 3N Athens w/HD Tour, 2469 2419 Airfare, 3 Nights Cairo, Airfare, 3 Nights Cairo, Air. 2N IST, 2N ATH. HD SS: ATH 3N Rome or IST w/2HD Tours RENEWAL OF WEDDING VOWS 3 Nights Nile Cruise, SS 3 Nights Nile Cruise, SS FD SS IST-w/lunch. 6D Greece & & WEDDINGS! SANTORINI, in Rome or 1FD Tour in IST Breakfast. Transfers Breakfast. Transfers Breakfast. Transfers Turkey Cruise w/Meals. Transfers MYKONOS, CRETE & ON CRUISE HONEYMOON TREATS: COMP UPGRADES, DINNERS, SPA, 2 CAT. UPGRADE ON CRUISE PLUS MORE!

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20 JANUARY 2009 WWW.JAXFAX.COM million tulips and other bulb Homecoming in Scotland flowers are in bloom, cover- Whether you are a Scot, of Scot- ing an area of 80 acres. tish descent or simply love Scot- In 1949 a group of promi- land, you are invited to attend nent bulb growers and Scotland’s first ever Homecoming exporters started the first year in 2009. The festivities will open-air flower exhibition in begin on Jan. 25, the 250th birth- Lisse. This was the start of day of Scotland’s national poet, an annual event that has Robert Burns. Homecoming Scot- become one of the main land will run for 11 months of the attractions in the Nether- year, ending on St. Andrew’s Day, lands, welcoming almost 45 NETHERLANDS BOARD OF TOURISM November 30. million visitors since its official opening almost 60 years ago. One of the city’s Homecoming highlights will be Inspired, The theme for 2009: USA, New Amsterdam/New York, an exhibition of contemporary art inspired by the life, poetry 400 years, Henry Hudson as 2009 marks the 400th anniver- and songs of Robert Burns at Glasgow’s Mitchell Library sary of Henry Hudson's Voyage of Discovery and events will from April 4 through September 20, 2009. commemorate this 400-year-old historic relationship To date, a distinguished group of nearly 40 artists are between the United States and the Netherlands. New Ams- involved from all over the world, including the UK, Russia, terdam later became New York, but several historical links Israel, Australia, Japan and the USA. Well-known artists can still be found within the city. At Keukenhof visitors will such as Tracey Emin and Fiona Banner will feature alongside see a spectacular flower mosaic of the Statue of Liberty established Scottish artists, including Roderick Buchanan made of more than 250,000 flower bulbs. Events will be and Ken Currie. The contemporary work will be presented organized with an American theme, a special American gar- alongside a small collection of previously unseen Burns arti- den will be designed and visitors can follow a surprising facts. The Mitchell Library’s Robert Burns Collection con- theme route. Keukenhof will be open from March 19- May tains 4,000 objects and is the largest collection of its kind in 21, 2009 daily from 8:00 am until 7:30 pm (ticket office clos- the world. Visit www.artruist.com; or es at 6:00 pm). Visit www.keukenhof.nl www.homecomingscotland2009.com ININ THETHE NENEWSWS Amanresorts’s First Phase in Sveti Stefan Amanresorts had a soft opening on December 15, 2008 of Villa Milo er, phase one of the Aman Sveti Stefan resort on Montenegro'sč dramatic coastline. Once a popular play- ground for celebrities from the film and fashion worlds, the tiny islet of Sveti Stefan is still one of the Adriatic's most iconic images. Located at the heart of Montenegro's Adriatic coast, the site incorporates a mile and a half of pink, sandy beaches. Attached to the coast by a narrow isthmus, the island of Sveti Stefan began as a fortified fishing village in the 15th century; the village and Villa Milo er enjoy picturesque sea views of each other across theč bay. For more information on Amanresorts, visit www.amanresorts.com. Travel Bound, Romantic Bound Romantic add-on sightseeing tours in destinations around the world have just been introduced by F.I.T. wholesaler ORDER FREE 2009 BROCHURES AT: WWW.AMTA.COM Travel Bound. Whether it’s a spa treatment for two in Bali, a horse-drawn carriage ride in Paris, a symbolic wedding in Venice, or a train ride through California’s Napa Valley, agents can make a commission – starting at 10% -- with a special experience for couples celebrating love on a honeymoon, anniversary or simply wanting an intimate getaway for two. Travel Bound offers a total of 14 romantic tours such as: Paris – Horse & Carriage tour – from $124; Salzburg – Candlelight Dinner & Concert at 900-year-old fortress/castle – from $78; or Venice – Gondola Serenade – from $70. Call 800-808-9541; www.booktravelbound.com

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$ ICELAND $ FRANCE 3169 How about persuading clients to be a driver 315 For any art enthusiast that wants immediate in an “Icelandic Monster Truck Safari”? They’ll be behind access to the Picasso exhibit, booking the Picasso and the the wheel of a specially-modified Land Rover Defender with Masters package (through February 2, 2009) is the way to 38-inch tires, driving it across Iceland’s wild terrain of rivers, go. Choose from Concorde Hotels & Resorts' portfolio of mountains and glaciers. This unusual four day/three night properties located in the most sought-after areas of Paris. adventure is offered by Iceland Experience, a division of The offer includes: two priority access tickets for the The Great Canadian Travel Company. "Picasso and the Masters" exhibition at the Grand Palais Cost for this trip is $3,169 per person (based on double museum, per stay, accommodations in the heart of Paris, occupancy). Included are three nights’ accommodations detailed and descriptive book devoted to the exhibition with private facilities, breakfast and lunch daily and dinner that will be placed in the guestroom upon arrival, in order on days one through three. Also included is a “Meet and to give a preview of the exhibit, buffet breakfast for two, Greet” upon arrival in Iceland, one-way transfer Reykjavik to per night. Rates begin at approximately $315 per night, per airport via Blue Lagoon, entry to Blue Lagoon and services room. throughout of a monster truck driver-guide. Departures Call 800-888-4747 or visit www.concorde-hotels.com every Friday through April. Call 800-661-3830, www.iceland-experience.com $ IRELAND 564 Travel Solutions Ireland is offering three new $ ENGLAND chauffeured tour specials at more than 15% off. The Lords 434 Guoman Hotels, the collection of deluxe and Ladies Tour is now only $1,743 per person, the Irish hotels located throughout central London, has added Lon- Highlights tour is $1,146, and A Break in Dublin is $1,120. don's landmark hotel, The Royal Horseguards, to its portfo- All of the tours are meant for four people or more, but they lio. Located on the banks of the River Thames, The Royal also accommodate couples and have corresponding rates Horseguards has undergone a $30 million dollar refurbish- for twosomes, The Lords and Ladies Tour: $2,378 per per- ment making it London's latest five star hotel. To encourage son sharing; Irish Highlights: $1,517 per person sharing; A visitors to London to come experience the new Royal Break in Dublin: $564 per person sharing. Horseguards, the hotel is offering a special introductory The Lords and Ladies Tour shows travelers the regal side package, which includes a three-night stay in a royal execu- of Ireland, taking them to famous castles, medieval villages tive room including buffet breakfast, a personal welcome and scenery such as Adare, the Ring of Kerry, and Blarney from the hotel manager; early check-in at 10am, a prix fixe Castle. In the Irish Highlights Tour, travelers visit the most dinner with a bottle of wine at One Twenty-One Two, the famous sites of Ireland including such the cities of Dublin AA Rosette-awarded hotel restaurant on the evening of and Galway, and the Cliffs of Moher. arrival; complimentary WiFi, and a special departure gift and Call 800-242-3610; [email protected]; or thank you note from the hotel manager. This package is visit www.travelsolutionsireland.com available from Jan. 1-Aug. 31, 2009 and must be booked in advance with a three-night minimum stay. Rates start from $ ITALY about $434 per night based on double occupancy. Call +(44) 2175 Guests will be immersed in a truly Italian 0871 376 9033; or visit www.TheRoyalHorseguards.co.uk experience with this combination of wine courses at Rome’s exclusive International Wine Academy of Roma and accom- $ ITALY modations at the adjacent Hassler Roma on top of the 799 Eurofly’s air and land packages to Rome start Spanish Steps. at $799 per person double for travel through March 22, The package includes two nights in a deluxe double room 2009. Packages include roundtrip airfare on Eurofly to (arrival on Friday, departure on the following Sunday); daily Rome, fuel surcharge, four nights’ accommodations, and buffet breakfast, seasonal fruit in room upon arrival, a gift of breakfast daily. Clients may choose from among the follow- two wine guidebooks: Guide to Italy's Best Wines 2008, ing four-star properties: GH Beverly Hills, from $799; Hotel Italy's Price-Pleasure Wines 2008, in room upon arrival, Villa Torlonia from $899; Hotel Savoy from $999; or the two wine classes held on Friday and Saturday evening (90 five-star Ambasciatori Palace, from $1,099. minutes each) at the adjacent International Wine Academy Prices are per person based on double occupancy. Rate and on Friday evening (after the wine class), a four-course includes $280 fuel surcharge, but does not include US & Foreign dinner for two at Il Palazzetto Restaurant (beverages exclud- taxes/fees up to $75 including the September 11th Security Fee. ed). Priced from 1,690 Euros or about $2,175 for two valid The package is valid through March 22, 2009. Single supple- through March 12, 2009. ment, Business Class upgrade, and Extra Nights available. Seats For additional information about the International Wine are limited. All fares and flights times subject to change without Academy of Roma visit www.wineacademyroma.com; notice. All flights are operated in code-share with Meridiana Air- www.ilpalazzetto.com lines. Call 800-459-0581; www.euroflyusa.com For the Hassler, visit www.hotelhassler.com

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ITALY: The Power to Enchant

Riccardo Strano, North Ameri- ENIT: Americans who visit Italy are attracted by the history, ca Director for the Italian Gov- the architecture, the art and the culture. Food and wine fol- ernment Tourist Board (ENIT) lows through as part of the Italian culture and lifestyle. in New York addressed what American visitors are usually middle to upper class with an makes Italy a perennial fand income starting at $38,000, are college and post-graduate perpetual favoriteand how trav- educated, and has already been to Europe several times. el to Italy continues to provide We distinguish visitors in two different categories: first-time new generations with new rea- visitors, who usually spend their vacation in Rome, Florence ENIT sons to visit and revisit Italy. and Venice while repeat visitors want to return to explore JF: Why should travel agents send their clients to Italy? more of regional Italy. ENIT: Art and culture, nature, food and wine, excitement Visitors to our site are asked to fill a questionnaire; their and relaxation are elements that make Italy unique. In Italy answers allow us to draw a profile of the potential American everyone is welcome, high budget, low budget, single trav- visitor as well as his expectations when in Italy. In 2007 our eler, families with children, it does not matter who you are site registered 1.8 million unique visitors; 9 million pages and how old you are, Italy will enchant each visitor. were opened at a rate of 2.9 per second. JF: Any new attractions for agents to pitch to clients? JF: Has the ethnic market continued to grow and if so, are Italian ENIT: Festivals and events are a strong attraction for Ameri- Americans going off-the-beaten track? can travelers. Every Italian town, big or small has its own ENIT: Yes, it is definitely a growing segment. festivals and events. Often we support the Italian regions Young Italian- Americans are very interested in their ances- reproducing those events and by doing so we stimulate peo- tors, their cultural background and want to learn to speak ple’s desire to experience them first-hand. the Italian language. The Italian American Committee of Recently, a group of folk musicians from the Region of Sar- Education counts 40,000 students of Italian descent and of dinia performed at the Town Hall in New York with “Sonos non-Italian descent frequent Italian language courses. and Memoria.” Another example is the Spoleto “Festival JF: Have they helped to open the road to such places for tour Dei Due Mondi”, so-called because it takes place in conjunc- operators and mainstream travelers? tion with its twin the “Spoleto Festival USA” in ENIT: Absolutely— many of the tour operator members of Charleston,S.C. The festivals are held annually in the the ITPC are Italian-American and have created products to months of June-July in Spoleto and May-June in Charleston, the places of their own origin beyond the three big cities featuring a vast array of concerts, opera, dance, drama and that first-timers tend to visit. visual arts. JF: Can you tell us about some of your new marketing campaigns At its 12th Annual Gala, next February, the Boston New Eng- for 2009? land Conservatory will celebrate Italy and its contributions to ENIT: We have many projects in 2009 calendar; one of music, design, food and wine. Several Italian theatres will which is a nationwide promotional campaign to be launched participate in this event such as the Teatro di Parma with the with some of the most popular television networks. Fur- music of Verdi, The Sferisterio of Macerata, and Torre del thermore, as we have done in 2008, we are going to reach Lago with Puccini. consumers through different channels of communication JF: Is there any new air service to report on? including that of leisure and trade publications. ENIT: No new names but new alliances such as Eurofly with JF: How many Americans visited Italy in 2007? Can you give us an Meridiana, Alitalia with AirOne. The alliances will lead to estimate of traffic for 2008? more connections between the U.S. and Italy; additionally, ENIT: In 2007, according to the Italian Institute of Statistics, with the “Open Sky” roles, many more airlines will be flying about 5 million Americans arrived in Italy with 13.5 million the North Atlantic routes. overnights. In 2008, with a slow American economy, we are JF: What do you consider Italy’s best selling point? hoping to maintain the same figures; but I must say that the ENIT: Its art and culture, food and wines, romantic venues American travel professionals have talked about a decrease in fashion, and nature. Because the American market is the bookings between 6-8% compared to those of last year. demanding, evolving and always looking for new experi- JF: What are the latest trends agents should know about? ences, there is a tendency to seek less crowded, small des- ENIT: Special Interest is key: Musical and historical events, tinations--where the towns are quaint, the people are fashion shows, eco-tourism, well-being and the never end- friendly and shopping is more affordable. ing trend of food and wines. JF: How can travel agents learn more about Italy? JF: What is the impression you would like visitors to take ENIT: ENIT organizes presentations by Italian regions, holds home after they visit? press conferences and provides travel professionals with ENIT: Italy is the dream come true, the destination you “seminars” in the U.S. and in Italy. The Italy Symposium, is always wanted to see, the place that when you are leaving, conducted jointly with tour operator members of the Italian makes you feel nostalgic and you can’t wait to return. Travel Promotion Council each year. Contact the Italian Government Tourist Board, 212-245- JF: Is there a client profile you can outline? 5618; 310-820-1898; www.italiantourism.com

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Discovering Seoul Affordable, Rewarding and Easy

By Marian Goldberg KOREA NTO have visited East Asia many times, but I had never been www.visitkorea.or.kr/ena/RE/RE_EN_1_2_4_1.jsp, you will to Korea. I wasn’t sure what to expect exactly. Was it not only receive your phone number by e-mail in advance -- going to be like Japan or China or MASH? so you can tell everyone before you leave -- you will also Since I would be traveling alone, my biggest concern receive an additional KW 1,000 off the daily rental fee. I rent- was safety, cleanliness, the ease of getting around, the ed my phone for six days, made and received a fair number Icost of getting around, and if would I be able to have a of calls, and paid less than $30. rewarding and enriching cultural experience on my own. I discovered this and more … Efficient Ground Transportation With experience in New York and Tokyo, I was more than a lit- Plenty of English Spoken tle nervous when I learned that my accommodations, although Wherever I went, someone, even little children, tried to five-star, were not located in the center of Seoul. My first hotel, speak to me in English. Street, highway, and attraction signs the Grand Hyatt, perched atop Mt. Namsan, in an area coveted were in both Korean and Roman letters. English-language by foreign diplomats with gorgeous panoramic city views, was tours of palaces and museums and English descriptive 15-20 minutes from downtown (depending upon traffic). brochures and labels at museums and attractions were My second hotel, the Grand InterContinental, in the widespread. Even the subways offered announcements in trendy Jamsil district south of the Han River and connected both Korean and English. to the modern COEX Entertainment complex (including an Imax Cinema, the Kimchi Museum, Seoul’s largest Aquari- Easy Access and Seoul Sources um with 40,000 sea creatures in 90 tanks, and numerous The Korea Tourist Organization (KTO) sponsors a helpful 24- shops and restaurants) was half-an hour drive to the city hour toll-free telephone service that can provide valuable travel center. However, despite this, I learned that a taxi from the information or translation assistance. If your taxi driver doesn’t Grand Hyatt to City Hall costs less than $6, and a taxi from speak enough English, if you need help with a restaurant menu, if the InterContinental to the Presidential Blue House -- for a you are lost on the street or if you simply have a travel question, must-do drive-by --was less than $15. The latter distance in you can dial 1330 from your cell or hotel phone, and be immedi- New York would have cost me $40 plus tip, but tipping isn’t ately connected to an English speaking information officer. even expected in Korea. Additionally, the taxis were clean; One additional point that I found out when writing this article the drivers wore white gloves, and most were friendly and is that this service is even accessible when dialed from abroad! excited to practice their English. From the United States, dial 011-82-2-1330. Of course the local U.S.-based offices (see end of article for contacts) are also Hop-on-Hop-off Bus Tour … excellent resources to consult with prior to departure. Despite the affordability of taxis – especially if two or more Additionally, as of February 2008, there is also a brand new people are traveling together -- I wanted to familiarize tourism organization for the city of Seoul, and in September myself with Seoul’s neighborhoods and get a good overview 2008, the Seoul Tourism Organization hired its first International of all the attractions and their locations individually and rela- Marketing Director for the Americas and Europe. Maureen tive to each other. O’Crowley (E-mail [email protected]) is a former Fortunately, the Grand Hyatt was a stop on both the travel agent and travel journalist from Los Angeles, who grew Downtown and Night Routes of the Seoul City Tour Bus up in Seoul as a child and has a love and passion for the city. (www.seoulcitybus.com/eng/index.htm). The “Down- Visit www.seoulwelcome.com/index_eng.html and town” hop-on-hop-off Single Decker motor coach (KW http://english.visitseoul.net/visit2007en/ 10,000 or about $7.50 per adult day pass) departs every 30 minutes from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., and the new Double Decker Cell Phone Rentals bus (with free internet access onboard; KW1200 or about 90 Having a cell phone with English-language prompts and cents for adult round-trip) departs every hour from 10 a.m. instructions when you are traveling – especially on business to 5 p.m. Both offer a two-hour tour of the major attractions or independently – provides an extra level of comfort and on the north side of the Han River. security. In Korea, the cell phones, which can be picked up The “Night Tour” departs once a day at 8 p.m. It’s a 1.5- and returned at the airport upon arrival and before departure, hour tour proceeding south from City Hall passed the Nam- are very inexpensive to rent, with inexpensive outgoing call daemum Market (a 10-acre all night wholesale market with rates and free incoming calls. The standard daily rental over 1,000 above ground shops and stall venders flanked by phone fee is KW 3,000 or about $3, but if you register for several nearby retail department stores and an extensive the phone online in advance through the KTO website at: underground shopping arcade) and the Myeong-dong mid-

24 JANUARY 2009 WWW.JAXFAX.COM to-high priced shopping district (9th most expensive street We ended up at an affordable Korean tavern-style restaurant in the world in terms of floor space rents) back and forth called Jung To Jip (“jongto” meaning “owners” and “jip” several times across the Han River and then returning after meaning “house”; address: Jungno-ku, Insadong 130; call 02 encircling the Namsan Botanical Garden and the North Seoul 723-9046). We enjoyed a delicious traditional grilled fish fillet, Tower (KW 10,000 per adult for a Double Decker Bus or KW “Atka Mackerel” (KW 8,000 ora bout $6 for a decent-sized 5,000 for a Single Decker Bus). Both Day and Night buses platter) with a side order of “DoTori Mook,” an acorn-based operate Tuesday through Sunday year-round, plus Monday Jello served with sesame leaves in a red pepper sauce (KW from July 4-August 15 and on Monday holidays. Each seat is 4,000 or $3). equipped with a personal audio headset in a choice of lan- We washed it down with “Makgoli,” a fermented rice wine guages including English (just push the “English” button), served to each table in a large bowl (KW 4,000 or about $3 for and the commentary proceeds automatically as the bus the table’s bowl) and consumed individually in smaller rice-size approaches the next site/stop. In addition, a genial, multi-lin- bowls. The dinner was one of the highlights of my trip to Seoul. gual young woman is available to collect tickets and answer additional passenger questions. Three Little Words: Explore, Explore, Explore Once I got my bearings straight I was able to walk and taxi Super Subways around the city on my own. The subways were very easy to navigate because not only I took guided walking tours of two of the six restored are the stop announcements all made in English (in addition palaces; explored traditional neighborhoods, such as to Korean), but each stop is named, numbered and color Insadong (www.lifeinkorea.com/travel2/9) -- famous for it’s coded! For example, the Grand InterContinental was locat- cultural goods and souvenirs; checked out the city’s tradi- ed by the Samseong Subway Stop, which is #219 on the tional Hanok Villages -- some with houses almost 600 years Number 2/Green Line. The “2” Corresponds to Subway Line old, and I traversed the grounds of the historic Bongeunsa #2 and the “19” means you count 19 stops from the first Buddhist Temple (www.bongeun.org), just steps away stop on the line. All this can be matched to an English sub- from the Grand InterContinental hotel. Although reconstruct- way map, which is obtainable from the Korea Tourism ed several times over history, the temple was originally built Organization before departure or at their extensive down- in 794. I was also surprised to learn that 23% of the Korean town travel information center (40 Cheonggyecheonno, population consider themselves practicing Buddhists. Jung-gu), at “I” Information booths at the airport and Continued on page 28 throughout the city (including at the COEX complex), or from any hotel concierge. Most subway ticket clerks speak enough English, but there is always another subway passenger who will come forward to assist. The cost of the ticket from Samseong Station to Down- town Seoul (a 45-minute ride) was just KW 1,200 (about 89 cents). Quite ironically, when riding the subway, I actually ran into someone I had met two days before on a bus tour.

Extraordinarily Clean I was impressed with how clean the city was – not a speck of trash on the streets or in the subway and very low air pollution. Although bottled water is prevalent everywhere from hotel rooms to vending machines, the tap water is perfectly safe to drink. I didn’t see any homeless people, although I did see several people walking around with surgi- cal masks on their faces. Having traveled to Japan, I knew this meant they had a cold and didn’t want anyone near them to catch it. I also had the good fortune to enjoy the Korean spas at my hotels. As in Japan, one showers first before entering the 105.8˚F natural spring Jacuzzi bath, so the water stays clean for everyone. I didn’t have a chance to indulge in the indigenous ginseng-based spa treatments, but I was told they were extremely popular with foreigners.

Friendly Locals It was an extremely cold December afternoon when I took the Seoul City Bus Tour, and for the first half-hour, I was the only guest on the bus. Consequently, I chatted extensively with the young woman site announcer, and since it was the last Downtown tour of the day, I invited her to join me for coffee after the tour. To my surprise she spontaneously agreed!

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Aussie Outback: Giddy with Anticipation, Ready for the Rush AUSTRALIA NTO By Maria Lisella drives on remote stations in the Kimberly Region to luxury tented safari camps in the Northern Territory. he much-anticipated movie Australia, directed by Baz “Qantas Vacations is the first operator to launch a Luhrman, starring Aussie film stars Nicole Kidman and brochure and website dedicated exclusively to out-of-the- Hugh Jackman has introduced travelers to Australia’s ordinary Outback experiences and remarkable places from Northern Territory, an area most of the world has not many scenes in Australia, the movie,” noted Kieron Keady, seen before. Set in Australia’s formidable Northern Vice President of Sales for Qantas Vacations. “We wanted TTerritory in the years just prior to World War II as the setting for to ensure our travel agents had the right tools to translate an epic love story likened to Gone with the Wind. It is expected the excitement created by the movie and deliver a truly to create huge interest in travel to Australia. exceptional Australian vacation for their clients.” At the same time, Australia’s Northern Territory tour opera- Qantas Vacations’ Outback experiences are offered tors and wholesalers have moved quickly to support the throughout Australia and highlight not just the region’s dis- new marketing investment and objective from Tourism Aus- tinctive landscapes but also the fascinating people who call tralia to encourage as many North Americans as possible to the area home. Travelers can explore ancient Dreamtime see Baz Luhrmann’s epic Australia, then see the country. legend, culture and art with a member of a local Aboriginal Northern Territory Minister for Tourism, Kon Vatskalis community or enjoy “bush tucker” at a campfire with a says the feature film, set to hit the big screen in the U.S. “jackeroo” or “swagman.” And while most visitors fly over Thanksgiving this year, will put Darwin in the interna- between Outback sights, the Qantas Vacations website and tional limelight. “We’re absolutely confident that Baz brochure also feature transportation as varied as 4WD vehi- Luhrmann’s film will do for Darwin what Crocodile Dundee cles, camel safaris, rail journeys and luxury cruises. did for Kakadu,” said Vatskalis. Land vacations start at $660 with prices valid through As part of its initiative, Tourism NT approached trade part- March 2009. Inquire about the The Outback Airpass that ners in North America to develop specific and innovative itin- becomes available frequently linked to special promotions. eraries and marketing plans to capitalize on the movie Call 800- 641- 8772; www.qantasvacations.com/outback locations and themes. Incentivized with co-operative mar- One Australian company, however, has been charting its keting dollars, Tourism NT received a number of entries. The waters and traversing its scenically dramatic terrain for chosen wholesaler – Abel Tasman Tours – launched three years. Orion Expedition Cruises, one of the world’s most custom-designed Australia itineraries this week to encour- luxurious expedition ships, in fact spends four months each age North Americans to see the country: year in Australia’s Northern Territory. From the historic Darwin & Dreamtime – the history of Aboriginal & Euro- coastal town of Broome, known for its pearl-diving and pean Australia; Drover – Australia’s Greatest Outback Driv- palm-fringed Cable Beach, to the wild and remote Kimberley ing Experience; and Ultimate Territory – A Discovery of coast with its spectacular gorges, inlets and waterfalls, and Australia’s Great Outback. Call 800-388-1828; the fascinating indigenous art of the Arnhem Land, Orion www.attours.com/AboutAustraliamovie.html opens this part of the world to the adventurous. Anticipating a rush on Downunder travel after the release From April through August 2009, those inspired by the of the movie Australia, Qantas Vacations is premiering an movie, can actually live it via an Orion Voyage. The MV Orion is array of Outback - themed vacations, including an exclusive a 53-cabin (106-guest) luxury expedition vessel, a five-star expe- “Outback Airpass” for $1,199 that includes international air dition vessel operating year-round from Australia, boasting the to Sydney, Melbourne or Brisbane, plus three flights within highest staff-to-guest ratio of any Australian-based ship. the Outback, a savings of at least $400 per couple. Choices range from seven to 10-day voyages: the seven- Qantas Vacations is featuring a comprehensive collection day Art of Arnhem Land is hosted by Australia’s preeminent of experiences to the Outback in an exclusive 40-page Out- collectors of indigenous art who introduce guests to the back brochure features more than 60 vacation experiences remote art communities of the Arnhem Land coast while found in Australia’s legendary Outback ranging from cattle the 10-day Kimberley travels through the Northern Territory

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KOREA Continued from page 25 also North Korea) since 1972. In just a few days I was enriched and rewarded by the The Korean Tourism Organization operates a 24-hour call Korea’s deep-rooted culture reflected in its history, cuisine, center in English at the Incheon International Airport and language, religion and the warmness of people – and this downtown for visitors in Korea: call 822-1330. was just in the capital of Seoul, a city of 10.5 million inhabi- The Korea National Tourism Organization operates tants (the population of the entire country hovers around 49 three offices in the U.S.: Los Angeles, 323-634-0280; E-mail million). The culture of the countryside provides even more [email protected]; Chicago, 312-981-1717; E-mail wonderful tales to tell. [email protected]; and New York, 201-585-0909; E-mail ny@knto america.com, or call 800-TOUR-KOREA Resources and Contacts (800-868-7567); or visit www.tour2korea.com When planning my trip, in addition to KNTO, I contacted Asia Pacific Travel Ltd. (800-262-6420; For consolidator airfares and tour packages to www.southkorea1on1.com), whose President, Walter Korea see page 77 of the Listings Section Keats has been organizing groups to South Korea and now Asiana Promotes Seoul Stopover, Wins Accolades siana Airlines (OZ), formerly Seoul Airlines is based in categories; Best Cabin Staff Worldwide, Best Economy Class, Seoul, South Korea and is one of Korea’s two main carri- Best Airline North Asia, Best Cabin Staff Asia, and Best Cabin Aers along with Korean Air. Asiana recently launched the Staff North Asia. Also, Asiana ranked no. 5 in the Airline of the Seoul Stopover Program for long-distance travelers who select Year survey. Korea as a transit point. Agents must make a hotel reservation The survey receives no outside or third-party sponsorships and at the Seoul Stopover internet site to obtain a package of special is regarded in the industry as a benchmark for passenger satis- benefits included hotel discounts, free limousine service, free faction throughout the world. The international survey intercity tours, a discount for major restaurants, free admission to viewed 15 million subjects with more than 97 passenger tourist attractions and discounts for performance tickets. nationalities over an 11-month period (Aug. 2007 to June 2008). In other news that benefits clients, Asiana is promoting an Interviews were conducted in person, online, e-mail, through Asiana American Express Card from Bank of America where business research groups and travel panel interviews, corporate cardholders can earn two miles for every dollar they spend in travel questionnaires, telephone interviews and selective passen- purchases, all the time and three miles for every dollar spent in ger interviews. purchaes as select grocery stores. Asiana is a member of the 20-carrier Star Alliance, including Asiana Airlines won awards in five categories in the World Air- United, US Airways among many other carriers and code shares line Award competition for 2008 from Skytrax, known for its with 16 carriers. Asiana is now operating brand new B777 fleet objective analyses. In this survey, Asiana Airlines ranked top in 5 out of Chicago. Visit the www.us.flyasiana.com InterContinental’s Ace: Location, Location he city’s largest guest rooms and most important busi- the property’s facilities are also private limousine services and ness address have earned Grand InterContinental access to Executive Floors and Suites that can accommodate TSeoul premier status among hotels. Business travellers small meetings. have easy access to COEX and the World Trade Center Seoul, Upon arrival, guests are treated to a luscious fruit plate and a and leisure time options such as Bongeunsa Temple, Gyeong- bottle of wine in your room, followed by an unforgettable four- bokgung Palace and the National Folk Museum of Korea are course dinner and glasses of champagne in the stylish Table 34. short distances away. For enhanced hotel stays, guests can experience Korean cui- While this property has all the amenities any business or sine first-hand by learning how to make one of the world’s great leisure traveler could need or want, such as a sauna, The Metro- health foods, Kimchi (fermented vegetables). The experience politan Fitness Club (with an indoor swimming pool, gym, would not be complete without donning a Hanbok, the tradition- sauna, driving range, and lounge, both of which are accessible al Korean costume. Experience includes overnight accommoda- to guests free of charge, the InterContinental excels in its busi- tion, transportation and a personal tour guide. ness services. And inveterate shoppers, will not have to walk far to find high The Business Service features start with the public spaces quality antiques and the latest designer on the hotel’s shopping and include, a Business Center staffed between 7:00 AM and tour. This half day shopping tour begins in Insadong where you 10:00 PM, Secretarial Services, copying, Courier Service, E-mail can purchase authentic antiques, art works and souvenirs. For a & Internet, Fax machines, Mobile Phone Rental, available PC complete contrast, Apgujung’s Rodeo Street features high-end and Printers, but also Analog Dial-up Service Available Internet boutiques and designer brands. Experience includes overnight Browser on TV Service available in 530 guestrooms as well as accommodation, transportation and personal tour guide. wireless data connections, High Speed Internet Access. Beyond Visit www.InterContinental.com

28 JANUARY 2009 WWW.JAXFAX.COM INTHENEWSINTHENEWS BESTBUYBESTBUYSS APT Celebrates 80 Years Downunder $ TAHITI Islands in the Sun is offering what it calls, Australian Pacific Touring (APT) is celebrating over 80 1959 the Ultimate Tahitian Indulgence, a package that travels years of sharing their passion for the lands “Downunder” between Moorea and Bora Bora starting at $1,959 per per- with a FREE Fiji early booking offer on their Fully Escorted son double for five nights. Included are inter-island flights vacations. Three days and two nights in Fiji. This stopover within Tahiti, three nights in a Lanai Room at the InterConti- on the way to Australia and New Zealand is available for free nental Moorea Resort & Spa and two nights in an overwa- on APT’s Australia and New Zealand Premier Fully Escorted ter lagoon bungalow at the InterContinental Le Moana vacations with no more than 30 travelers. Resort. The price also includes a Moana Lagoon catamaran Space is limited and subject to a first come basis and excursion visiting Cooks & Opunohu Bay including Shark & results in savings of up to $1,190 per couple. Prices are Ray feeding, a dinner and show at Tiki Village including a from $8,760 per person including international air from the Black pearling demonstration and learn ancient arts such as U.S. with all accommodation, superb meals and sightseeing. weaving and carving, hotel taxes and surcharges as well as Itinerary highlights ‘Breakfast with the Koalas”, a close roundtrip airport transfers, and meet and greet service. encounter with Australia’s cutest residents, “Red Centre Additionally, the company is giving couples $1,000 spending Dreaming”, an authentic Aboriginal performance featuring money with all bookings that include international air and a mini- dancing, didgeridoo playing and cultural history, a three night mum of a five-night hotel package including breakfasts and din- stay at the stunning Shangri-La in the heart of Sydney and ners on Bora Bora. two nights on tropical Dunk Island surrounded by beach and The money can be applied as a credit towards the airfare or rainforest. In New Zealand, guests can choose to do a coun- land package or can be taken in cash at an equivalent rate in try home stay with a local family in Rotorua, explore the Euros to spend while in Tahiti. The $1,000 credit offer is valid for panoramic beauty of Mount Cook during a stay at the Her- bookings made before January 15 and is good for travel between mitage Hotel, step aboard the TranzAlpine Train for a journey January 9 and April 30, 2009, and is valid for packages including across the Southern Alps and discover the magic of Milford accommodation and meal plans at selected resorts in Bora Bora. Sound. Call 800-290-8687; www.aptouring.com Call 888-828-6877; E-mail [email protected]; www.atstours.com South Pacific Voyages to Cook Islands THAILAND Down Under Answers, (DUA) and Air New Zealand are $ Perched on the banks of the Mae Kok River offering an air rebate on vacations to the Cook Islands for 115 and just a few minutes by car from the city center of Chiang travel from now until March 31, 2009.“DUA has launched its Rai in Northern Thailand, The Legend Chiang Rai Resort inaugural Cook Islands Pocket Planner that includes amazing offers not only a panoramic view of the mountains and a deals with unbeatable savings,” President of Down Under serene natural environment, but also significant savings, Answers, Kirk Demeter said. The Cook Islands has always with its Winter Package priced at about $115 per person been an affordable destination, and with savings up to double. Valid through March 31, 2009, guests can book a $1,050 on a booking, there is nothing stopping clients from two-night package that includes Royal Siamese massage, enjoying the beauty and charm of the Cook Islands and the roundtrip transportation to the Chiang Rai Night Bazaar, air- warm hospitality of the Cook Islanders,” Demeter said. port transfers and a welcome basket. To obtain the rebate, book a five, seven, or 12-night vaca- Call 011-66-53-910-400; www.thelegend-chiangrai.com tion at a participating resort, with flights on Air New Zealand, and clients will qualify for huge savings. Vacations to the CHINA Cook Islands start from as low as $1,359 per person, twin $ Uniworld Boutique River Cruise and Tour share, including airfare, five nights’ accommodations and 2779 Collection is offering travelers the chance to explore over 30 transfers. Call 800-788-6685; www.duatravel.com centuries of Chinese culture in 2009. Clients who book and deposit on or before January 31, 2009 will save $200 per Fiji’s Bonus Credits Add Up at Tokoriki couple ($100 per person) off 2009 cruises. China river cruises range from 12 to 18 days; prices are for land and cruise Tokoriki Island Resort has increased its Bonus Credit arrangements only. offer for five nights’ stays to (F$100 or U.S. $54) per Bure The 12-day Highlights, ranges from $2,779 to $3,129 for per night runs through March 31, 2009; on minimum stays land arrangments includes the Great Wall, Xi'an's Terra of five nights or more; Tokoriki Island Resort Dollars (F$100 Cotta Warriors, Beijing's Forbidden City, Suzhou's heavenly or U.S. $54) per night will be credited to the clients’ person- gardens, Guilin's spectacular mountains, Tibet's Potola al account when guests arrive on the resort; the Resort Dol- Palace, the breathtaking, ethereal Yangtze River's Three lars Bonus must be mentioned to Tokoriki reservations at Gorges. Select tours will include the Beijing Opera, Shang- time of booking; the deal is applies only to new bookings on hai acrobats, Xian's Tang Dynasty dinner and show, and vis- theBure and Villa accommodation categories. Mention its to see the giant pandas. Code: “TOK100” call 818-731-6106; www.tokoriki.com Call 800-733-7820 or visit www.uniworld.com

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Report from Japan’s First Luxury Travel Forum Story and photos by Denise Mattia

IP travel buyers from Australia, China, Canada, date large groups for incentives and meetings (www.rph.co.jp). France, Germany, Korea, Russia and the U.S. par- Takeharu Jofuku, Deputy Director and Minister of Economy, ticipated in the First Annual Japan Luxury Trav- Trade and Industry, made the opening presentation. el Forum (JLTF). The Forum’s mission, which Luxury properties in Japan are known for their haute cuisine, was sponsored by the Japanese Ministry of artistic aestheticism and exemplary service. These elements are VTrade, Economy and Industry, and supported by members of brought together at the Ritz-Carlton (www.ritzcarlton.com), the Japanese luxury travel industry specializing in inbound Tokyo, where diners can enjoy a Kaiseki dinner prepared in front travel, was to increase awareness of Japan as a destination of them at the Michelin-rated Hinokizaka restaurant, relax or work for international luxury travelers. In addition to travel with in elegant rooms on the top floors of the city’s tallest skyscraper Japan Air Lines (JAL), JLTF provided luxury accommoda- with personalized service any time of day or night. tions in Tokyo, appointments with 24 exhibitors in Shina- Other properties exhibited at the JLTF site were the Imperial gawa, Tokyo’s intercity, and evening programs. Hotel, the renovation of which is expected to be completed in The site, www.jltf.jp, contains information regarding par- 2009 (www.imperialhotel.co.jp); The Peninsula Tokyo, which ticipating tour operators and a list of diverse accommoda- is rated in the highest luxury hotel category in the Michelin Guide tions to help agents fulfill luxury clients’ needs. Tokyo 2009 (www.peninsula.com); the flagship, Hotel Okura Arriving in Tokyo, Tetsuya Furukawa, Director of Sales at the Tokyo, which operates hotels around the world and is working to Four Seasons Marunouchi, conducted a site inspection of the expand mileage programs with airlines, sales and reservation well-appointed areas and rooms. The boutique hotel, located in networks (www.orangemarketing.jp); the Starwood Hotels, a the heart of the finance and government districts, has business, fully integrated owner, operator and franchisor with the fitness and spa centers (the spa has a lounge, shower, sauna renowned brand of Sheraton and Westin in Tokyo and steam room) open 24/7–services that are in great demand (www.StarwoodHotels.com); and the Hotel New Otani, repre- by busy travelers. www.fourseasons.com/marunouchi sented by the Leading Hotels of the World with properties throughout Japan (www.newotani.co.jp). Also renowned for Kanazawa Bound gastronomical achievements are the Relais & Châteaux, which Participants departed Tokyo the following day for a two-day offer cuisine in outstanding properties in Kobe and Hyogo excursion to Kanazawa, organized by the tour group, The Real (www.relaischateaux.com). Japan (www.real-japan.com), in conjunction with the Ryokan Hoshinoya Kyoto and Hoshinoya Taketomi will soon be Collection (www.ryokancollection.com). added to the fabulous retreat at the Hoshinoya Hot Springs in Highlights of the trip included visits to the former Nakamura Karuizawa (www.hoshinoya.com). residence and the 21st Century Contemporary Museum and the The management of restored townhouses in Kyoto is the spe- exceptional Kaga cuisine at Otome Zushi. Later, at the traditional cialty of Lori, which also offers, through its Origin Arts Program, Ryotei, the Tsubajin, geisha provided service and musical enter- workshops with leading Japanese arts masters (www.kyoto- tainment during an extravagant welcome dinner party hosted by machiya.com), while Kise Bettei is the new, luxurious Western- Kanazawa City officials. style hotel and spa in Okinawa (www.kise-bettei.jp). On a large The elegant Kayotei Inn, a traditional Ryokan in Ishikawa, is scale, Prince Hotels and Resorts is a major operator in Japan under the personal supervision of Masanori Kamiguchi, Presi- with 40 hotels and Ryokan accommodations, 20 golf courses dent, Jiro Takeuchi, General Manager and an attentive staff. The and nine ski resorts (www.princejapan.com). Inn boasts an outdoor private hot spring tub and a segregated Additional premium hospitality, inbound travel and cruise servic- hot spring pool for guests, and, after a stay at a Ryokan Collec- es are available at the Asian Elite Club tion property, clients will appreciate the quality and comfort a tra- (www.asianeliteclub.com); Boutique JTB (www.jtbgmt.com); ditional Japanese accommodation affords. Jetsetter (www.jetsetter.ne.jp); and KNT Kintetsu International Returning to the skyscrapers of Tokyo, the group was trans- (www.knt.co.jp). Quest Seven Co. Ltd. (www.questseven.jp) ferred to the Mandarin Oriental Hotel, where Bjorn Courage, services Hiroshima and Miyajima, while Authentic Japan special- Director of Sales and Marketing and Rooms Sales Manager, izes in cultures in tour products to outlying regions Tsuyoshi Furuta, conducted the site inspection. One is immedi- (www.authentic-japan.jp). All offer commissions. Participants ately impressed with the exquisite design elements and spectac- were treated to a Kabuki theatrical production, hosted by the ular views in all the rooms and restaurants, which are located on Japanese government — a thrilling end to an informative confer- the uppermost floors of the 38-story Nibonbashi Mitsui Tower. ence and a great enhancement to a Japanese journey. The hotel has earned top ratings in Zagat’s 2007-2008 Survey. Call the Japanese National Tourist Organization, at 212-757- “Delightful Japan” packages and internet rates are available. 5640 (NYC); 213-623-1952 (LA); www.japantravelinfo.com (www.mandarinoriental.co.jp). To mark the commencement of the JLTF, a symposium was To contact a supplier held at the Park Royal Hotel, which has facilities to accommo- click on an E-mail or website address.

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Grenada Moves into Tourism Big Time By Katharine Dyson renada’s tourism is about to get a huge bump in hotel rooms, port facilities, shopping and spa facilities. The harbor, clogged for years with sunken boats, silt and debris, has been cleaned up as part of the Port Louis marina project; Mount Cinnamon, Ga colorful new hillside villa resort overlooking Grand Anse Beach just opened; and an eco-spa and several boutique hotels are in the works. Peter de Savary of the de Savary Group, the man who created The Abaco Club at Winding Bay and the St. James Clubs is behind many of the projects destined to make the Grenada one of the top tourism destinations in the Caribbean. His mantra is GRENADINES NTO less is more. The Grenadian-style Creole Village is well underway and “I’m an enthusiast, a passionate person,” says de Savary. Camper & Nicholson, the largest marine developer in the world, “I’m about having fun. If you need the high heels, Cartier, Gucci is investing more than $24 million to market and develop Port and all that, I’m not your man. Here we are all about lifestyle — Louis Marina in partnership with the de Savary Group. laughing, kicking back. I’m a niche guy. Small is better.” All good When completed there will be 300 slips for yachts up to news for Grenada where islanders are fiercely protective of the 400 feet, the Port Louis Yacht Club, duty-free shopping, resi- environment and quality of life. dential lots for homes up to 6,000 square feet, and a mix of Mount Cinnamon, Port Louis marina resort, club and village, apartments, townhouses and marina apartments. Mount Edgecombe (his personal weekend home and a former Tufton Hall: Think Jurassic Park. Set on a hilltop in the rainfor- plantation) and Tufton Hall, soon to morph into a sensational spa, est overlooking the sea, this historic Great House is being rebuilt are all at various stages of completion. De Savary, a master at as an eco-spa. Cottage accommodations, organic and herbal putting together alliances has encouraged other developers to treatments, massages by a brook and donkey treks up to a invest in Grenada as well. waterfalls will be part of the experience. Levera, an eco resort with 60 villas is due to open next year; Laluna, a stylish gem on a secluded coconut palm beach, Le Phare Bleu Marina & Resort will serve the yachting com- evokes the Italian flair of owner Bernardo Bertucci. Each of munity; The Point, an environmentally-friendly resort will have the 16 cottages has its own plunge pool, walk-in garden 15 rooms and a holistic spa; Bacolet Bay Resort & Spa, with shower, and minimalist fashion furnishings — lots of white, 214 units on 41 acres will open in 2011 and the Four Seasons filmy fabric. at Mount Hartman will have Grenada’s first 18-hole golf course. Adobe walls are hand-rubbed in subtle earthy colors; French doors open to sea-facing patios; and the infinity pool, Mount Cinnamon open-air lounge and cushy pillows invite total chill-out. The Mount Cinnamon, the first of de Savary’s projects to be com- superb cuisine is a fusion of Sicilian and island. pleted has 21 fresh, colorful one-, two- and three-bedroom Call 866-4-laluna; www.laluna.com suites and villas. When he acquired the property, the question Spice Island Beach Resort on Grand Anse Beach has was should he tear down or renovate. A major incentive for buy- been rebuilt and is better than ever after damage from Hurri- ers was their annual taxes were capped at $150 for 25 years if cane Ivan four years ago. they went into the rental program. With 64 suites, many on the beach, a spa, fitness center, This property conspires to amuse with happy hues of pool and beachfront restaurant with luxury amenities like lemon yellows, fuchsias, purples, lime greens and whimsical Frette linens and furniture from the Far Eas, rates start from touches like wood oars in tall wicker baskets, retro-style $635 per room, per night. fridges in orange and electric blue and gaily painted pictures Call 800-44-UTELL; www.spiceislandbeachresort.com by local artists. Spacious balconies overlook the sea, Bel Air Plantation: A secluded garden hideaway, Bel Air kitchens are fully equipped and there is Wi-Fi, plasma- has 11 island-style cottages. Décor is soft, natural and there screen tvs, DVD and CD players and washers and dryers. is an infinity pool and restaurant. Rates $350-$520. Suites are large, villas even larger; the beach is a five- Call 473-444-6305; www.belairplantation.com minute walk. The resort also has a tennis court, pool, Savvy’s restaurant and spa. Rates $400 to $950. A Jax Fax Projections Special: book a seven-night stay and receive a complimenta- Within five years, the number of hotel rooms is expected to ry daytrip to the Mount Edgecombe plantation. Call 473- double from 1,500 to 3,000 rooms. 439-4400; www.montcinnamongrenada.com De Savary who likes the challenge of getting things up and run- ning says, “A beach is not enough. You need a marina, moun- Port Louis & Other Places to Stay tains, rivers, waterfalls, tropical vegetation. Grenada is like that. I Grenada’s answer to St. Tropez, Port Louis is rapidly being don’t know any place in the Caribbean that’s better than here. If I transformed into an exciting environment of shops, restau- did, I would be there.” rants, homes, spa clubs and marina. Call 473-440-2279 www.grenadagrenadines.com

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Walking Your Way Across the Europe Every part of the world has its beautiful and stunning walk- ways and Europe has no shortage of them. Below are a few samples of routes to proffer to active clients who want to slow down the pace of visiting cities to stroll the country- Brittany Coast, France side. Each of the corresponding tourist offices carries more FRANCE NTO information regarding packages that include these routes of the distinctive “Best of the Alps”, a group of 12 classic and they can provide agents with the appropriate ground Alpine resorts distributed throughout the Alpine region. In operators that offer walking and hiking guides to accompany the warmer months this Olympic city becomes a sought- clients on their adventures. Or, visit www.alpseurope.com, after destination for hikers. One of the popular hiking tours the official website of the Alpine Tourist Commission culminates on the Zugspitze, Germany’s highest mountain. (ATC) that features information on skiing in winter and hik- Another favorite hike takes you to the summit of the Eck- ing and walking the rest of the year. bauer Mountain. Berchtesgadener Land, located at the east- AUSTRIA Hiking is the most intimate way of discovering ern end of the German Alpine Road, is a hiking paradise Austria’s breathtaking mountains and scenic countryside. offering a network of well-marked trails and fabulous vistas. From Vorarlberg to Tirol, from Salzburgerland to the The region is blessed with the pristine Berchtesgaden Dachstein Mountain and beyond, thousands of miles of National Park, Mt. Watzmann and Lake Königssee. Take a superbly maintained and well-marked trails traverse this look at the itineraries and hiking suggestions offered here. wonderful Alpine country. In spring and summer, practically ITALY The Italian Alps are blessed with many types of hiking the entire population takes to the trails. Join them and dis- terrain. In Italy’s northwest you will find the Gran Paradiso cover the warmth of the Austrian people, their traditional National Park. It shelters hundreds of animal species, plants hospitality and the delights of walking their favorite paths. and rare Alpine flowers. It is therefore not surprising that Gone are the days when walkers have to lug their luggage this natural paradise is a protected area. Well-marked hiking up and down the mountain, today it is transferred from hotel trails crisscross this park. Discover the beauty of Cogne on a to hotel. No need for a heavy backpack with provisions - variety of hiking tours. In Italy’s eastern Alps some of the catered, cozy and comfortable mountain huts are never world’s most stunning mountains beckon to you: The more than two hours away. Two of Austria’s favorite walking Dolomites. Dipped at sunset in a pink hue, they have tours include one that wends through Bregenzerwald, the inspired poets, painters and nature lovers alike. Enjoy the famous forest, while the other highlights Innsbruck’s fabu- benefits of a spring or summer vacation in Trentino-Alto lous hinterland, where 25 vacation villages, including the Adige, the Dolomite region that has been welcoming Ameri- Sellrain Valley beckons visitors to stay awhile. can visitors both in summer and winter for decades. Hike FRANCE From Mont Blanc to Lavender Fields to the Rhône- from refuge to refuge, or from castle to castle. Let the Alpes France is a treat for summer visitors with a penchant cheerful people of this scenic region pamper you after an to walk. While adventurous types pursue trendy sports in invigorating hike. In the picturesque resorts of Trentino-Alto the French Alps, hiking is arguably the most popular sport in Adige you will find hotels for all budgets as well as wellness the warmer months. It can be enjoyed by all age groups and oases and spas. Savor local specialties in simple refuges or in all kinds of terrain. In Chamonix - Mont Blanc hikers follow the famous Italian cuisine in gourmet restaurants. Treat ancient Alpine traditions in picture-perfect villages, while fol- yourself and your family to a visit to the Italian Alps, you will lowing the trails in the valley and on its flanks. The land- feel richly rewarded. scape is dotted with chalets, chapels and cozy country SWITZERLAND Summer is a wonderful time to experience lodges, and the aroma of bread baked in ancient ovens often this multifaceted country on foot. With more than 12,000 wafts through the air. Hike from village to village, stop for a miles of marked trails crisscrossing the scenic countryside- respite at a mountain inn and enjoy the delicious French cui- clients have myriad options. From hiking the ancient Alpine sine. The Rhône-Alpes also boast 82 Adventure Parks, transit routes to retracing the footsteps of pilgrims on the where visitors walk on monkey bridges and fixed-rope trails St. James Trail to trekking in the company of mules or lla- and tracks suspended under the treetops. Softer walking mas or walking along the ancient Suonen in the Valais to beckons in Provençal Drôme, where you can walk through exploring Lake Geneva or Lake Lucerne. The Swiss have the fragrant mauve lavender fields and let the romantic their favorites too: from Appenzellerland to the Aletsch Gla- countryside enchant you. cier, from the Via Alpina to the Alpine Cultural Trail, to name GERMANY Nestled at the foot of the Zugspitze, Garmisch- just two. Nordic Walking trails offer gentle hikes, too. Partenkirchen is an Alpine resort whose history dates back Consider booking tours offered by the SwitzerlandMobility 1,200 years. Famous for its allergen-free air, it is a health network, with information available on Switzerland Tourism’s resort for all seasons. Garmisch-Partenkirchen is a member site through the ATC.

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Tying the Knot in the Caribbean By Maria Lisella

aying “I do” on a gorgeous pagne. This package starts at $3,000 for Caribbean isle isn’t just for up to 20 people. Additional guests (up to celebrities anymore. In fact, maximum of 49 people total) cost $55 according to a recent For the extra per person. Bride magazine survey, desti- The Paradise Bolongo’s Paradise Wed- Snation weddings are a rapidly growing ding package includes everything that a trend among U.S. couples. couple or small group might need for a “The Caribbean is a best bet for des- complete ceremony and is priced at tination weddings because of their $1,675 (added on to the price of a room); appeal, and because the island govern- while the intimate Barefoot on the Beach ments make it easy —most islands Wedding package reflects the true spirit of

process the legal work in a few days,” JOLLY BEACH the resort’s casual atmosphere. The pack- says Patricia Canole, Editor-in-Chief of destination wedding site (complimentary), age is priced at $1,000, which is added on For the Bride Magazine. along with the services of its long-time on- to the price of a room. Call 800-524-4746 site wedding planner at Elite Island E-mail [email protected]; Details Add Up Resorts’ Caribbean properties, including www.bolongobay.com And agents will earn hefty commis- Galley Bay Resort & Spa, St. James’s Setting Antigua apart from other islands sions on all the components involved as Club and Villas and The Verandah is that there is no residency requirement well as be able to take advantage of spe- Resort and Spa on Antigua; Long Bay for potential newlyweds. At Jolly Beach cial pricing when brides book a few Resort & Villas on Tortola; Palm Island Resort & Spa, Antigua’s renowned wed- rooms on behalf of their guests. in the Grenadines; and Windjammer ding coordinator Beverly King has incorpo- “An outdoor ceremony and dinner Landing Villa Beach Resort on St. Lucia. rated some of the most requested extras reception at a faraway setting rarely Plus, recently, Elite Island Resorts added from brides and grooms into two new des- exceeds $10,000. Compare that to the Nelson Spring Villas & Spa, an upscale tination wedding packages: the Silver Rib- average hometown cost of $28,000. You boutique property featuring 24 luxury villas bon and Gold Ribbon Dream Wedding can save even more at an all-inclusive on Nevis with sweeping panoramic views Packages. resort or on a cruise ship, since in many of the Caribbean Sea and Nevis Peak locat- Says P. Hilary Modeste, Director of Mar- cases you are not charged for the cere- ed on 3.5 beachfront acres. The property keting Worldwide for Jolly Beach Resort mony location. In many cases, the resort caters to those seeking a private escape & Spa. With the addition of the Gold Rib- will throw in a free honeymoon,” coupled with a spa experience. To receive bon Dream Wedding Package, a destina- Because destination weddings always a complimentary wedding, clients would tion wedding that includes family, friends include travel, more time can be allotted have to book six or more bedrooms and – and even kids — is more affordable than for the event—thus a wedding becomes each bedroom in a villa counts toward that ever for everyone and available exclusively an extended, multi-day vaca- six-bedroom requirement. Call 800-345- to brides and grooms staying at the all- tion/celebration for everyone involved,” 0356; eliteislandresorts.com inclusive Jolly Beach Resort & Spa.” adds Canole. Bolongo Bay Beach Resort in St. The Gold Ribbon Dream Wedding Pack- As for various legalities, Canole advises Thomas has taken several key features -- age includes everything in the Silver Rib- her readers to choose a resort that has an barefoot on the beach, paradise and heav- bon Dream Wedding Package plus a on-staff wedding planner who also can enly days -- and created three wedding four-hour wedding reception for between help agents’ clients with the nitty-gritty. packages that combine the perfect mix of 26 and 40 people in the Hibiscus Banquet Most places require clients to spend at romance with an unforgettable Caribbean Room or the beachside Hammock least 24 hours on the island before they setting. Lounge decorated just for the occasion. apply for a marriage license. Additionally, Among the assortment is Bolongo’s The Gold Ribbon Dream Wedding Pack- they often must remain on the island Heavenly Days Fantasy Wedding takes age is $2,044 and the Silver Ribbon while the application is being processed. place aboard the resort’s 53-foot catama- Dream Wedding Package is $699. The ran. This two-hour sunset wedding cruise cost of the Silver Ribbon Dream Wedding Luxury Angles to Pursue includes the services of a wedding coordi- Package is free if in addition to the bride Clients receive a complimentary, desti- nator and clergyman; the ceremony; serv- and groom, the wedding party books at nation wedding package regularly priced ices of a professional photographer for one least five rooms for a minimum stay of at $899, when they book an Elite Island hour; wedding album with 72 photographs seven nights each. For couples booking Resorts all-inclusive Caribbean premium with negative ownership; bouquet and the Gold Ribbon Dream Wedding Package luxury category honeymoon stay of seven boutonniere; fresh vegetable crudités; with a wedding party booking the same, nights or more, which is fully commission- assorted fruit and cheese tray; and an the cost of their Gold Ribbon Dream Wed- able to agents. Within the last year, Elite open bar including rum punch, mixed ding Package will be $1,345. Prices created a password-protected personal drinks, domestic beer, wine and cham- include 20.5% government tax and serv-

30 JANUARY 2009 WWW.JAXFAX.COM ice charge. Call 866-905-6559 or visit and event planner, Monique Gaudet, who Providenciales set on powder white Grace www.jollybeachresort.com will cater the event to each bride and Bay Beach come two wedding packages. Sirenis Hotels & Resorts is an interna- groom, a wedding official to perform the From January 3–April 4, 2009 per couple, tional, family-run company with more than wedding, ceremony processing of legal rates are $3,720 for the One-Bedroom 35 years experience in the hotel business, documentation and reception venue of Gardenview Studio and $4,985 for the based on the island of Ibiza (Spain) with choice wedding arch, set-up of the cere- One-Bedroom Oceanview Studio. From first class and luxury hotels located on the mony wedding soloist for one hour, a bot- April 5 – October 31, 2009 rates are island of Ibiza (Spain), Punta Cana (Domini- tle of French Champagne upon arrival and $3,140 and $4,100, respectively. Rates for can Republic), Mayan Riviera (Mexico) and a couples’ in-suite Swedish Massage –for Elite Wedding Package II from Jan. 3-April Varadero (Cuba). $3,100 per couple. Reception locations 4, 2009 are $6,165 for the One-Bedroom Sirenis Hotels owns and manages two range from the croquet lawn to Grace Beachfront Studio and $9,235 for the Caribbean properties in Punta Cana, Bay Beach, or O’Soleil Restaurant, an One-Bedroom Beachfront Suite and Dominican Republic : the Sirenis Cocotal opulent dining spot that accommodates Grand Salon. From April 5-Oct. 31, 2009 Beach Resort Casino & Spa and the Sire- wedding parties up to 16. Room rates are rates are $5,155 and $7,315, respectively. nis Tropical Suites Casino & Spa. Follow- added to the package. Call 877-887- Call 866-570-7777; E-mail reserva- ing its company policy of improving its 5722; www.gracebay.com/hotels/ [email protected]; facilities, the thematic restaurants— At the new Seven Stars Resort on www.sevenstarsresort.com Cinecitta and Jade -- in the two Punta Cana properties have been upgraded. Additionally, the bedrooms and the public areas in the hotels have also undergone significant upgrades. Weddings are free when packages are purchased. Agents might want to contact Sirenis’ wedding coordinator Soriviany Medina 809-688 6490 Ext. 719 or fax 809-468 0999; E- mail [email protected]; www.sirenis.com The historic, 18th century mansion, five- star Graycliff Hotel and Restaurant also boasts its own wedding coordinator who is expert at setting up events with special attention to bridal details of wedding packages designed to suit a variety of tastes. At the simple, elegant and quiet end is Just Marry Me! featuring a ceremony, with bouquets and boutonnieres, marriage documents, website and set up for free, starting at $1,500. On the other extreme is the Graycliff Wedding Celebration that caters to up to 40 guests complete with Bahamian calyp- so or Jazz band provides added entertainment for three hours and a fire/limbo dancer and Junkanoo Rush Out Celebra- tion bring excitement and fun to the gathering. Graycliff will provide two round-trip shuttles for the bridal party and guests as part of the Wedding Celebration package. Starting at $26,000. Call 242-302-9150 or 242- 322-2796; www.graycliff.com

Two on Turks & Caicos The sugar-sand beach and unspoiled surroundings of Providenciales make a picture perfect setting for destination weddings at The Somerset along Grace Bay Beach that can accommodate a ceremony of 20 or 200. The Somerset Wedding package includes services of the on-site wedding

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SuperClubs of Jamaica Launches a Gem of an Agent Incentive SUPERCLB GRAND LIDO

By Nina Africano beach in front of the hotel. Breezes offers P.A.D.I. Certification— n uncertain economic times, travelers are looking for value four days of training, testing, and diving for $350. more than ever, but value does not have to exclude luxury, as Weddings, too, are free of charge at SuperClubs, though there SuperClubs of Jamaica pleasurably proves. The island’s are government fees ($200) and charges for various extras. warm tropical breezes and crystal blue waters are temptation Some things that are not included are treatments at SuperClubs enough when winter shows its teeth, but a SuperClubs vaca- signature Blue Mahoe Spas (everything from body scrubs to hair Ition promises reasonable rates and no scary credit card bills to braiding) and slot machines. Casino gambling was recently contend with when you get home, since so much is included— approved for Jamaica’s tourist-friendly north shore. meals, airport transfers, water sports, and much more. Other resorts in the SuperClubs collection are: Breezes Mon- “We are not just all-inclusive,” explains Shane Beeker, Sales tego Bay on Doctor’s Cove Beach, right in the center of MoBay’s Coordinator at Breezes Runaway Bay, “We are Super-Inclusive.” Hip Strip, the family-friendly Starfish Resorts, and Rooms Super-Inclusive translates to a higher level of service in so Resorts, which are not all-inclusive, but European Plan. many areas. Bars serve not just Red Stripe beer and rum drinks, but a good selection of top-shelf liquors. Dining options range Diamonds, Stars & Big Incentives from Piacere, a French restaurant, Pastafari serving Italian fare, Because it’s so important for agents to understand the differ- and Munasan, a Japanese hibachi-style restaurant. ent atmosphere of the various resorts, SuperClubs has recently The Super-Inclusive blanket even wraps around fees for so launched an educational program for travel agents at many annoying incidentals: tipping, laundry service, in-room mini www.travelagentacademy.com. Register, review video clips bar, and even adult movies. At Grand Lido Braco and Grand Lido about SuperClubs, and then take five simple online quizzes about Negril, the company’s two premier properties, 24-hour room each segment to become a SuperClubs Specialist. The real service, manicures, and pedicures are even included. perks, of course, are for Diamond Level agents who book 100 or “There are a lot of places that call themselves ‘all-inclusive,’” more rooms in a calendar year. Awards include a choice of dia- agreed Kevin Levee, General Manager of Breezes Runaway Bay, mond jewelry (bracelet, ring, or earrings), a free week stay at a “but the travel professional and the customer have to look and SuperClubs resort, and an invitation to the SuperStar Awards. see what they’re actually getting. We have some amazing deals Booking groups at a SuperClubs resort is certainly a great way right now. Rates out there are as good as they’ve ever been.” to reach Diamond Level status, and it’s much easier than at Since each property has its own distinct character, it’s impor- many other destinations, since so much is already included. Ten tant to match travelers with the resort that best suits them— rooms constitutes a group booking, which can bring free especially since nudists are a big part of the clientele at some of upgrades upon availability, amenities to the group members— the resorts. Grand Lido Negril, for example, has a wing facing the from the travel agent, and even a free stay for one or two per- clothing–optional beach area set aside for naturists. Grand Lido sons under the Tour Conduct (TC) policy. Negril is virtually across the street from Hedonism II, so guests Once on the site, click on the “Agencies” tab to find out about can get a day pass to check out the action, but in general Grand SuperClubs’ free SuperAgency Weblink Program. SuperClubs Lido appeals to a more subdued crowd. will list your agency on their website with a geographical search Built in the style of a quaint Jamaican village, Grand Lido Braco for consumers, and even customize the entire SuperClubs web- exudes easy luxury, with its covered-but-open-air buffet restau- site for your travel agency so that customers can book their own rant, its conference facility that looks like a church, and its mean- SuperClubs vacations right from your website. This is a free pro- dering pool with its swim-up bar. There is a secluded area for gram and they even handle e-mail marketing for your WebLink. unencumbered sunbathing as well as the largest au naturel As of January 1, 2009, SuperClubs will be offering a new and swimming pool in the Caribbean. In short, it’s no wonder that improved Cash Online Program for SuperAgencies. Not only will children under 16 are not allowed at Grand Lido Negril or Grand agents earn cash online for every booking at Lido Braco. Hedonism II and III are, of course, adults-only and Grand Lido, Hedonism, Breezes, and Starfish Resorts, with a attract their own particular crowd. bonus for every 10 bookings by brand, but agency owners and One would think that the name Hedonism III would speak for mangers will also get rewards. There will also a bonus paid on itself, yet I met one newlywed couple from the Bible Belt that group bookings that travel between May 1 and December 20, nearly booked it because the package price seemed so good. 2009. SuperClubs always welcomes agents who want to experi- Fortunately they opted for Breezes Runaway Bay, where the live- ence the resorts for themselves with a standard $125 a night rate ly yet fully-clothed atmosphere suited them perfectly. for agents, and shoulder-season specials as low as $25 a night. Another couple who were knocked out by the value offered at Summing up, Sheryl Matthews, Director of Sales at Grand Lido Breezes Runaway Bay were two newly-certified scuba divers. Negril, says, “I would say we take care of our travel agents.” Like Grand Lido Negril and Grand Lido Braco, Breezes Runaway Call 800-GO SUPER; www.SuperClubs.com and visit Bay offers scuba diving as one of its included activities (there is a www.travelagentacademy.com $70 charge for a beginners training class in the pool). With five different dive excursions including a coral reef, a shipwreck, For consolidator airfares and tour packages to plane wrecks, and an undersea canyon, leaving right from the Jamaica see page 53 of the Listings Section

32 JANUARY 2009 WWW.JAXFAX.COM BESTBUBESTBUYSYS $ NASSAU, BAHAMAS $ ANTIGUA 149 The Sheraton Nassau Beach Resort is cele- 645 Curtain Bluff boasts a 70 percent repeat guest brating its one-year anniversary by offering guests special ratio, and to respect the fact that it has been a tough year room rates, upgrades, and amenities. economically, Curtain Bluff has announced a rate freeze in Starting at $149 per night, travelers will have complimen- effect for the 2009-2010 season. tary Internet access and use of non-motorized water sports Room rates are fully-inclusive, and both lords and ladies such as kayaks, snorkeling, water bikes, rafts, and for par- will find themselves a-leaping at the fact that all meals, ents traveling with children, kids aged four and under stay drinks, and water sports (including scuba diving, deep sea and eat for free. fishing, snorkeling) and use of the four championship tennis A three-night minimum stay is required. Rates are per courts is all included in the value-driven pricing. Rates start room, per night, based on single/double occupancy and at $645 per night. availability. Travel must be completed by between Jan. 2, Curtain Bluff is one of Antigua's most beloved resorts and 2009 and April 16, 2009. Call 877-782-0149, refer to rate offers guests the relaxed sense of luxury that anyone who plan FIRSTANN; www.sheraton.com/nassau has been reading the stressful headlines of late will truly appreciate. Every room at this privately-owned getaway has $ USVI-ST. JOHN’S an ocean view. 489 The Westin St. John Resort & Villas (booking All guests asking for "Christmas in July" at Curtain Bluff deadline is July 1, 2009 for travel until December 19, 2009) will be given a commemorative ornament as a souvenir of is offering value-driven deals with its “Sunsational Savings” their vacation. Call 888-289-9898; www.curtainbluff.com program now through Dec. 31, 2009. The program offers a fifth night free to guests who book a four night stay, a sixth night free plus a $150 resort credit to guests who book a INTHENEWSINTHENEWS five night stay or a seventh night free plus a $200 resort credit for guests who book a six night stay. Nightly rates Certified Sandals start at $489. Call 877-782-0149 and request rate code Sandals Resorts International launched a new online SUNFREE or visit www.westinresortstjohn.com service designed to support Certified Sandals Specialists (CSS) in their local marketing and advertising efforts. Aptly $ USVI-ST. CROIX named the Sandals Marketing Concierge, this exclusive and 138 Hotel Caravelle, located on St. Croix, is invit- FREE online service offers agents access to a pool of pre- ing travelers to "Have Your Cake and Eat it Too". Guests who designed and attractive marketing materials that are quick stay at the hotel and support any of the local events enjoy a and easy to download, including co-branded website ban- complimentary Tortuga rum cake when they book a three- ners and newspaper ad slicks. night stay. Rates at Hotel Caravelle from April 15 to Dec 14, “The Sandals Marketing Concierge allows us to deliver an 2009 start at $138. The hotel's 43 rooms, most with ocean existing and valued service to agents in a much more effec- views, offer a/c, satellite TV, phone, iron and ironing board, tive and streamlined way,” Mike Norton, Vice-President of hair dryer and radio. Hotel Caravelle is walking distance from Sales for Unique Vacations Inc. said. cafes, shops, galleries and historic sites and buildings. From login to download, the process is simple. Agents Call 800-524-0410; www.hotelcaravelle.com simply need to log on to www.sandals.com/tas, complete the one time registration process (establishing username $ ST. BART’S-WEST INDIES and password), click on the section titled “Newspaper Ad 740 Hôtel Le Toiny, St. Bart’s luxurious 15-villa Slicks and Web Banners,” and then view and download the hideaway, announces a series of enhancements that will be marketing collateral of their choice. available to guests beginning this November. In the newly added Serenity cottage, 15 spa treatments featuring “Le Ligne of St. Bart’s” line of spa products, will be available. Jumeirah in St. Thomas The adjoining fitness center, another first for Hôtel Le Toiny, Jumeirah, the Dubai-based luxury international hospitality will offer ocean views. Hotel Le Tôiny’s Nov. 1 re-opening management group has been appointed to manage a luxury coincides with the Caribbean high season. Hôtel Le Toiny is multi-use resort occupying the entire western tip of St. opened November 1 – August. 31. Rates begin at 495 Euros Thomas, one of the US Virgin Islands. Scheduled to open in or about $740, June 1- Nov. 16; from Nov. 16 - May 31 and 2011, the 400-acre resort will include 30 fractional resi- from Nov. 17 -December 19, rates begin at 750 Euros or dences, 30 whole ownership villas and up to 20 grand about $1,120. Holiday season rates, from Dec. 20 to Jan. 4, estates. The Jumeirah Botany Bay Resort, formerly known begin at 1,840 Euros per night or about $2,745. as The Preserve at Botany Bay, will be located 15 minutes Call 011-59-0590-27-88-88; E-mail reservations away from the Cyril E. King International Airport. @letoiny.com Visit www.jumeirah.com

WWW.JAXFAX.COM JANUARY 2009 33 SOUTH & CENTRAL AMERICA Americans’ Love Affair with ARGENTINA laciers, waterfalls, beaches, deserts, not to mention with their own hands, take Argentine cooking classes and tour tango and vineyards … Argentina has such a wide the vineyards on foot, on horseback, by sulky or bicycle. Future Gvariety of options for tourists that thousands of Amer- visitors also will be able to ride through Mendoza province on icans already have succumbed to its charms and are the Wine Train. demanding new air service each year. According to the Argentina Tourism Office the number of Skiing At Its Peak U.S. visitors to Argentina grew more than 35 percent While the snow melts in North America during the spring; between 2005 and 2007 and it is estimated that close to Argentina offers some of the best skiing in the Southern Hemi- 430,000 North Americans (from the United States and Cana- sphere. The most famous of the several options available are da) visited the country last year. But this is just the begin- Las Leñas, Chapelco, Cerro Catedral and Cerro Castor. There is ning of a trend that is on the rise, industry executives say. adventure everywhere from snowboarding, to heli-skiing and superb runs. The snow covers the resorts located in the Andes Unending Appeal of Argentina Mountains from Mendoza to Tierra del Fuego from mid-June So, what is it about Argentina that is so appealing to Amer- through October, July and August are the months with the high- icans? Experts say it is the variety of attractions for tourists est number of skiers. such as vast landscapes, a fascinating culture and adventure Several ski resorts equipped with the most modern infrastruc- tourism, all with an exchange rate that is favorable com- ture are located in the Andes mountain range, from Mendoza pared to Europe and other exotic locations of the same cal- province to Tierra del Fuego. Visitors can choose between pro- iber to eat in the best restaurants, stay in internationally fessional caliber slopes and small regional skiing centers. For recognized hotels and return with lots of typical gifts. beginners there are excellent ski schools with expert Argentine One of the biggest draws is Buenos Aires. It’s a European and foreign professional ski instructors and modern equipment. style city that combines early 20th century Spanish, Italian Experienced skiers may choose ski runs with various difficulty and French architecture with a cosmopolitan air and a selec- levels to enjoy the most incredible adventure of sliding down on tion of exceptional quality hotels and restaurants. the snow, immersed in silence.

Treasures of the Grape Golfing To a Tee Argentina’s reputation as a world-class wine producer contin- Argentina has been named the best golfing destination in ues to grow as new wines and production regions emerge, and Latin America and the Caribbean for 2008 by the Internation- as state-of-the-art wineries, set in outstanding facilities, comple- al Association of Golf Tour Operators (IAGTO). More than ment traditional colonial mansions. Thousands of visitors are 280 golf courses designed by renowned course architects attracted each year to experience the Wine Route circuit to visit like Allister Mackenzie, Von Hagge, Nicklaus, Luther Koontz, new and old wineries and learn the secrets of wine production Dentone, Caprile and Emilio Serrain can be found through- which some sources date back to the 1500s. out the country and in a variety of styles, from American to “From north to south, the Argentine Wine Route offers a Scottish to English. Some courses are surrounded by moun- unique experience amid a backdrop of varied geography and tains while others are situated near the sea or jungle or in spectacular scenery, further enhanced by the extraordinary the heart of the largest cities. warmth and efficiency of the people who attend to the travelers,” said Carina Valicati, the Argentine Tourism Secretariat’s Air Access and Visas wine tourism coordinator. On Nov. 6, 2008, American Airlines began to operate two daily One of the first stops is the Calchaquies Valleys, an area of flights, thrice weekly between New York and Buenos Aires and reddish landscapes where the pre-Columbian influence can still by Dec 18. service was further boosted to five times weekly. The be felt, and where the world’s highest vineyards can be found. flight will operate with a larger airplane (Boeing 777), for the Dal- The route often includes a stop in the classic winegrowing las/Buenos Aires route. At the same time, Delta Air Lines kicked region of Mendoza where 70% of Argentinean wine is pro- of four new weekly flights from New York-JFK to Buenos Aires duced, cradle of some of the best examples of the famous since Dec. 18. On Jan. 1, 2009 Argentina will begin collecting a Argentine Malbec. reciprocity tourist fee from visitors of all 22 countries that charge “In 2007, we’ve seen an increase in the number of passen- Argentineans for visas. For Americans, the fee will be about gers who are going to Argentina not only from November to $134 and will cover the visitor's reentry for a 10-year period. This March, the biggest months, but throughout the entire year, would be in addition to the $30 processing fee for a visa that attracted by the possibility of trying some of the world’s best remains valid for 90 days of travel. wines,” Domenico Matinata, American Airlines’ regional direc- Visit www.turismo.gov.ar tor for South America, said. In addition to learning about the art of wine, visitors can get For consolidator airfares and tour packages to hands on experience by harvesting and pruning the grapevines Argentina see page 68 of the Listings Section

34 JANUARY 2009 WWW.JAXFAX.COM Costa Maya’s Goal: Year-Round Cruising By Maria Lisella Strategically located 220 miles south of from Cancun on Mexi- as Aviamare, Grupo Cacum and Dream Time Diving, while it co’s southern Yucatan Peninsula (technically ending in Tulum), continues to attract major cruise lines. The big plan for Mexico Costa Maya was the Western Caribbean’s first port designed for is to develop 16 passenger terminals in the next six years (not the cruise industry. For now, cruise lines drop anchor here from all on the Costa Maya). Currently out of 21 cruise lines that nor- late Oct. through April while repositioning their vessels for the mally drop anchor here, just three Carnival vessels ventured to summer months in Europe (typically to the Med and the Black continue calls in summer and Lizarraga sees this as a promising Seas) leaving the Costa Maya’s shiny brand new terminals nod to his big plan. MSC Cruises is showing some interest, he unused and uncharacteristically quiet. But if it is up to Cesar confides but Costa has not budged toward Costa Maya just Lizarraga, VP Marketing and Sales for Costa Maya, that period yet. He attends cruise trade shows to continually capture will be extended until Costa Maya is firmly a year-round port-of- cruise-selling agents’ attention and to help build demand for call. Back in 2001, the Costa Maya entered the market as a new cruising all year round. port-of-call in the Western Caribbean. Five years later it grew to During the summer months agents would do well to look into be Mexico’s second largest port of call and received about one Costa Maya’s land tour opportunities. This is a rustic area with million visitors in 2006. It has also received accolades as the best soft adventure, archeology sites and accommodations tend to be up and coming dive destination by Scuba Diving magazine and a bed and breakfast establishments, thus lending a closer look at hot port of call by Seatrade Insider. Mexican and Mayan cultures. Further, this sort of vacation Costa Maya in the meantime, has developed about 25 land appeals to a particular clientele, one that would not mind the four- excursions – ranging from Coral Reef Snorkeling by Boat to hour drive from the Cancun Airport. Call Puerto Costa Maya; Bike tours, to off-road Jeep tours -- with various partners such 305-803-4495; www.costamaya-mexico.com BESTBUBESTBUYSYS $ PERU breakfasts, three lunches and a wine picnic, three winery 795 Canada based Indus Travels is selling three tours, and two outdoor/recreational activites of choice: price-conscious land programs to Peru: the seven-day pro- whitewater rafting, cycling, half-day horseback riding in the gram, Best of Peru, is priced at $795 per person double and pre-cordillera of the Andes, excursions to Fader Museum features the backpacker train to Machu Picchu as well as and Chacras and a one-hour massage at the lodge. sightseeing; and the eight-day Machu Pichu & Amazon pro- Call 866-993-0033; E-mail [email protected]; gram priced from $ 1,054 per person also features the back- www.marnellatours.com packer train as well as entrance to all monuments, sightseeing and two lunch and dinners. The 12-day Grand Peru program, priced at $1,729 per person double includes 11 nights’ accommodations, transfers, buffet breakfast daily, seven lunches and four dinners. Sightseeing adventures feature- theVistadome train to Machu Picchu, motor-boat excursion on Lake Titicaca among other highlights. 866-978-2997; [email protected]; www.industravels.ca

$ MEXICO 985 Villa Bella, a stylish bed and breakfast inn located in the charming, picturesque town of La Cruz de Huanacaxtle in Riviera Nayarit, is offering a "Breakfast & Dinner On Us" package that is perfect for couples. The package includes a four-night stay in a suite, airport pick-up service, welcome cocktail, full breakfast, ARGENTINA ECUADOR one complimentary three-course dinner for two at the inn's Fras- Buenos Aires, Iguazu Falls, Quito, Galapagos Islands, Otavalo cati Restaurant. The package is priced at $985 double with taxes Patagonia PERU included, available until Jan. 31, 2009. Call 877-273-6244; BRAZIL Cuzco, Machu Picchu, Manu www.villabella-lacruz.com Rio de Janeiro, Salvador-Bahia. Reserve Amazon $ ARGENTINA CHILE 2025 Marnella Tours’ seven-day Buenos Aires Santiago, Torres del Paine, Ataca- and Wine Country, priced from $2,025 per person double for ma land arrangements, combines three nights in Buenos Aires BOLIVIA and three nights at the Cavas Wine Lodge, the first wine La Paz, Lake Titicaca, Santa Cruz hotel in the Andes. Standard inclusions cover transfers, accommodations, a three-hour city tour, airport and hotel transfers to the Esquina Carlos Gardel Night Club for a classic Argentine tango dinner show and the four-day program at the Cavas wine lodge. The city stay is packed with sightseeing and tango performances while the stay at Cavas Wine Lodge includes

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Dynamic Costa Rica... Ahead of the Pack! n spite of uncertainties posed by the global economy, the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) World Tourism Barometer reported five percent for the international horseback riding on a secluded beach; hiking through the lush tourism industry in the first quarter of 2008, compared to the whispering greenery of a rainforest; having an exhilarating experi- same period of 2007. Not surprisingly, last month that sce- ence on a white-water rafting trip, observing the tropical forests Inario took a different turn: In the face of the global economic from a canopy tour; surfing the blue waves of either coast; experi- downturn, the UNWTO now predicts international tourism will encing a quite, close encounter with different species of birds and experience less and probably negative growth over the next six wildlife; and enjoying the diverse culture and hospitality of the to nine months. Ticos. The Costa Rica Tourist Board has stated that during the At the same time, the fastest growth was in Central and South first five months of 2008, the country experienced a growth in America and in the Middle East. Among the destinations that tourism arrivals by air of 15.6%. Furthermore, Costa Rica has not reported doubled-digit growth rates are Chile, China, Costa Rica, experienced a reduction in international flight carriers, a situation Japan and Peru, among others. that has occurred in other countries in the region. And Costa Rica reported double-digit growth rates in internation- “We are pleased that Costa Rica is included in the most al tourist arrivals according to the June 2008 edition of the report. dynamic regions that reported a growth in the number of interna- Located in Central America, Costa Rica is nestled between tional tourist arrivals,” said Carlos Ricardo Benavides, Minister of Nicaragua and Panama, and bordered on the east by the Tourism of Costa Rica. “This encourages us to continue Caribbean Sea and the west by the Pacific Ocean. This small strengthening our promotional efforts in our main markets to country represents only .01 % of the planet’s surface and it shel- lessen the repercussions of this global economic imbalance due ters almost 4% of the existing world’s biodiversity. It has given to high oil prices,” added Benavides. priority to the conservation of its natural resources, protecting Benavides attributes this increase in figures to a couple of fac- 25% of its national territory through the creation of National tors—first, not only does the U.S. dollar still go a long way in Parks and other natural areas. Costa Rica, but it provides travelers great value for their traveling Costa Rica boasts thousands of miles of pristine beaches, lush dollar; secondly, Costa Rica’s proximity to major hubs in the Unit- rainforests and some of the world’s most biologically intense and ed States and the multitude of flight options makes it easy for diverse places. Although the tiny country accounts for just travelers to vacation in Costa Rica; and thirdly, the heightened 0.01% of the earth’s surface, its rich land is home to an astound- awareness of the environment and increase in travel to natural ing 3% of the world’s biodiversity, and its waters contains 3.5% areas has positioned Costa Rica as a top destination for eco- of the world’s marine life. tourism and sustainable travel. The country also offers world-class eco-tourism and adventure The UNWTO foresees a positive tourism growth for the travel. The options are unlimited for any discriminating traveler: rest of the year and has pointed that despite the low consumer confidence indices, international tourism has proved Latin Layaway Plan its resistances to similar circumstances in the past and able South Star Tours, the leading Latin America Tour Operator to cope with the future challenges. in the West Coast, announced the revitalization of its Exclusive For more information, contact the Costa Rica Tourist Layaway Program, which gives a smart alternative way for Board 866-267-8274; www.visitcostarica.com your clients to travel this coming 2009. The program is simple, straightforward and offers up to six easy installment payments, interest free and with no additional hidden or service fees. South Star collaborates with agents by alerting them of weekly promotions, higher commissions (up to 15%), low airfares, and competitively-priced value tour packages. Plucky agents might consider the “Lead Your Own Group” program in 2009 or the “Travel For Free” option: Choose any destination in Central or South America; estimate a budget that you can easily sell to at least 15 clients, friends, family church or club members; and let South Star customize the vacation for the group; and assist agents to market to groups. Family programs remain strong as well, the company reports. A seven- day, all- inclusive resort vacations to Latin America: such as the Tranquil Costa Rica priced from $877 per adult and children pay $469. Other similarly priced packages for Colombia and Pana- ma are also options, which pay agents 11% commission. Call 800-654-4468; E-mail: [email protected]; For consolidator airfares and tour packages to Costa www.southstartours.com Rica see page 69-70 of the Listings Section

36 JANUARY 2009 WWW.JAXFAX.COM El Silencio Lodge and Spa.

INTHENEWSINTHENEWS El Silencio Lodge Pleases, Naturally Goway in Costa Rica By Christopher Cooke ADVENTURESIncorporated, midst the clouds, up in the hills, in Costa Rica’s the exclusive adventure team at central volcanic valley, sits El Silencio Lodge Goway Travel, is offering trav- and Spa, described as “A planet-friendly luxury elers the opportunity to spend hotel,” which seems to encompass all that is the winter holidays in Costa necessary and vital in a healthy life. Its cabana- Rica. "It's getting cold here in Astyle suites offer the comfort of luxury, but not the distrac- North America and people are tion of it. The suites are stylish with a modern rustic feel, looking for exotic alternatives; provoking an ambiance of ease and relaxation. The cabanas’ and Costa Rica has always been CHRIS COOKE are truly the main attraction. a popular choice. Just a short Not plagued by reliance on all that is electronic, the flight from North America, it's a destination that offers every- cabanas offer up a new world. The center and focus of it all thing from the hard core to soft adventure options. “Costa Rica becomes the landscape itself. Sitting in a rocking chair on has proven to be a strong seller for ADVENTURESIncorporated," the private deck of the suite, the lush green landscape stated Don Forster, Product and Marketing Manager. "Land of swells in abundance. Here, there is a chance to step outside the Seas, Sun & Volcanoes" is priced affordably at $1,095, and one’s everyday worries and struggles and be involved in offers the best of Costa Rica in just seven days. Including most something much more primitive, and in many ways reward- meals, all transfers, accommodation in three and half star lodg- ing. Just a stone’s throw away from the deck, connected to ings, horseback riding, and the famous Rainforest Zip Line it, sits an outdoor whirlpool tub. Canopy Tour, the "Land of the Seas, Sun & Volcanoes" as offered Unlike many other tubs of this nature it has the advantage by ADVENTURESIncorporated is the perfect step into the world of location. There in the valley, silence fallen around it all, of adventure and one of the most popular and accessible central surrounded by bamboo fence, tranquility in warm water is American destinations for the winter season. found. Relaxation and rejuvenation seems to be of priority Call 800-387-8850; [email protected] when one is a guest at El Silencio. The spa offers the best of Costa Rica’s natural healing techniques in an eco-contemporary atmosphere. A sense of calm is seeps into the body, the mind, and the soul creating a tranquil and pleasurable experience, from the first step through the door. As the center of the Spa, the yoga deck has a commanding presence, a yoga space, which suits an intense and peaceful practice. A place where one can be accompanied by the sounds of the nature and be granted the satisfaction that comes with being part of it. Another rewarding and invigorating part of the visit were the culinary offers at El Silencio. A scenic walk gives access to the small plot of land, where almost all of the restaurant’s food is grown. Guests have the opportunity to pick their own organically grown produce, an experience not common- ly available elsewhere. Gastronomic choices highlight the fresh and healthy choices in vegetables and fruits. With such great features as eco-friendly cabanas, soothing spa, and diverse dining choices, it’s no wonder, “A symphony of natural wellness” are the words El Silencio operates within. Visiit www.ElSilencioLodge.com

Palace Resorts Universtiy Online Following the launch of the Palace Resorts Online Uni- versity, and the first two chapters highlighting such topics as “Introducing Palace Resorts” and “Honeymoons & Wed- dings,” announced that “Chapter Three: Meetings and Incentives” is now live, and that “Chapter Four: Golf and Spa” recently debuted. To participate, agents must visit the website at www.palaceresortsacademy.com to register.

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ASTA IDE in South Africa Promises Knowledge and Adventure By: Doug Cooke, CTC

he lion is back in camp. Please stay in your room until we call you”! This was my first taste of “Twhat life in a South African game reserve is like. and venturing outside your room at night is strongly discour- Think you’re at the top of the food chain? Think again, not aged. Most lodges offer early morning and late afternoon here you’re not! But this is exactly the experience that your game drives as part of the stay and wildlife encounters are clients are looking for when booking a South African vaca- plentiful and varied. JAX FAX stayed at the Makweti Lodge tion and exactly what agents can experience when attend- (www.makweti.com) located in the Welgevonden Private ing ASTA’s IDE this March. Game Reserve, a several hour drive northeast of Sun City. I To be held at the Sun City Resort, a destination in and of cannot recommend strongly enough the hospitality, cuisine itself, from March 8-11, 2009 the ASTA IDE offers travel and comfort this lodge and its hosts provided. agents the opportunity to learn about and experience this rich and diverse country. From metropolitan cities, to beauti- Fundi Specialist Program ful coastal beach towns to game-filled nature preserves, South Africa’s Destination Specialist Program will be present- South Africa has something to offer everyone. The IDE will ed as a 2 hour course during the IDE. Benefits of participation in feature product seminars, certification courses and a trade this course, besides the obvious product knowledge include: show with a wide array of local suppliers and products for 24/7 information line, a travel trade extranet, ebrochures, a con- agents to acquaint themselves with. While at the IDE sumer referral program and invites to South Africa Tourism agents will be treated to cocktail receptions, a game drive events and tour operator fam trips. In 2010, a premier level of on Sun City’s private reserve and a special dinner in a Boma. the Fundi program will debut with additional benefits of hosted Agents will also have the opportunity to sign up for a provin- press trips and invitations to INDABA, South Africa’s annual cial package which will include land transportation, two tourism conference. nights hotel and tours, starts at j$150 per person. For more information on ASTA’s IDE to South Africa visit: www.asta.org. Sun City Resort The Sun City Resort is about a 2 hour drive north of Johan- INDABA - From May 9-12, 2009 nesburg airport. Built by the same company that brought Durban, South Africa will host INDABA, one of the largest Atlantis to the Bahamas, Sun City is over the top to be sure, tourism marketing events on the African calendar and one of but also blends very nicely into the landscape. Consisting of 3 the top three ‘must visit’ events of its kind on the global cal- hotels, a golf course, water park, casino and a private game endar. It showcases the widest variety of Southern Africa’s preserve, Sun City is a great introduction into what this country best tourism products, and attracts international visitors and has to offer. IDE delegates can purchase a 4 night stay package media from across the world. Last year’s event won the pre- at either the five star Palace of the Lost City for $398 pp/do, the mier World Travel Award for best African travel show. INDA- four star Cascades Hotel, adjacent to the convention center for BA 2008 shattered its own record with more than 13,200 $348 pp/do or the Sun City Hotel for $298 pp/do. JAX FAX rec- delegates attending this year’s show, confirming Indaba’s ommends staying at the Cascades due to its proximity to not status as one of the top three in the world and certainly only the convention center but also to the casino, restaurants Africa’s top travel trade show. Visit www.indaba- and nightlife venues. southafrica.co.za

Provincial Packages Special Notice – South Africa visa requirements Delegates have the option of purchasing an additional 2 Upon arrival in South Africa, immigration will place a visa in night package for $150 pp. as either a pre tour, post tour or your passport. However, you MUST HAVE two blank VISA both. These packages offer a tremendous savings and pages in your passport. Please do not confuse visa pages with opportunity to explore the many regions of the country. endorsement pages as JAX FAX did. If you do not have two Other higher priced tours, still offering tremendous value are blank visa pages you will not be allowed on the plane. Extra visa available as well. JAX FAX strongly recommends taking pages are free if requested six weeks in advance or $65 if expe- advantage of the opportunity to stay in a private game dited. If you are planning on attending IDE or have clients travel- lodge. These small private lodges offer the opportunity to ing to South Africa please take heed of this notice. truly experience life in the bush. Most of these lodges offer For more information, call the South African Tourist luxury accommodations and gourmet meals and have no Board, 800-593-1318; or visit www.southafrica.net fencing, allowing the wildlife to roam free on the grounds just outside your room. Even the innkeepers walk the For consolidator airfares and tour packages to grounds with a cautious eye out for movement in the grass, South Africa see page 73 of the Listings Section

38 JANUARY 2009 WWW.JAXFAX.COM SAA Offers IDE Delegates $599 Airfare from JFK or IAD to JNB

South African Airways is offering IDE delegates an complete television series to enjoy. At present, the series is exceptional rate of just $599 for round trip flights from JFK Prison Break, and customers can also look forward to many or IAD to Johannesburg (taxes additional). Additional dis- others, including CSI Miami. counts are being offered for domestic flights in South Africa. As the national carrier, the airline is keen to offer more The flight time from JFK or Washington is approximately South African content, and this is taken into account when 18 hours. The JFK flight does have a brief re-fueling stop in refreshing the content. Music lovers have not been neglect- Senegal while the Washington flight is non-stop. Both return ed. They can choose from several categories of audio com- flights have the re-fueling stop. pilations, not just music, but comedy as well. There are 24 While in the air, SAA prides itself on its newly updated complete CDs available and again, local artists feature entertainment systems. “Flying for many hours can become strongly. boring for some and showing customers the latest movies The improved in-flight entertainment (IFE) offering is avail- provides a great form of entertainment on long flights. We able on the airline’s Airbus A340-300 and -600 aircraft, which put the comfort and entertainment of our customers while are equipped with advanced IFE systems. These allow all on board, first,” says Samuella Ngoato, SAA Head of mar- customers onboard to individually choose what they want to keting and sponsorship. watch and when they want to watch it. Economy class pas- Passengers now get a choice of 44 different movies to sengers enjoy the same content as those in Business class watch. Out of these 44 movies, eight are the latest releases with personal screens. and 24 are classics. In the mix are five South African films For an additional charge, agents can enjoy the comfort of and the rest of the movies include festival, African and Hindi SAA’s award winning Business Class. Featuring “lie-flat” films. seats in a 2-2-2 configuration, flying up-front is an enjoyable Apart from the movies on offer, customers can choose way to spend 18 hours in the air. from eight categories of short programs including business, For more information or IDE reservations contact SAA lifestyle and even health and well being. There is also a at 800-521-4845.

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Selling Kenyan Safaris in a Dry Season

By Mark Laiosa

he excitement of your clients’ first encounter with Specialty travel can be a focus in selling Kenyan safaris. a member of the “Big Five—” lion, elephant, Birders tend to be more affluent and the desire to add sight- rhino, buffalo, or leopard - will outdistance any ings to their log is a big draw. There are more than 1,000 pause they may have about booking a trip of a life- recorded feathered species that fly over Kenya, and the not- time during this economic crisis. At the same time, to-be-missed spectacle of lesser and greater pink flamingos Tconvincing them that this is the time to go on safari is chal- at Lake Nakuru awes birders and non-birders alike. lenging, but will be rewarding for clients and agents. This Alicia Laumann of Altiss marketing, a provider of market- could be the best time to go - when money is freefalling and ing services for products in the Canadian market, advises who knows what tomorrow will bring. agents whose clients are on a tight budget, to urge them to Additionally, now there is a newsworthy selling point as consider joining a tour. Laumann represents Nature Expedi- Kenya is the ancestral home of America’s 44th President, tions Africa in Canada, and suggests clients join groups of Barack Hussein Obama. New York-based tour operator, no more than six passengers traveling together in a chauf- 2Afrika.com, is selling a Presidential Heritage Safari that feur-driven minivan with a pop-up roof for easy game view- includes a visit to the President’s ancestral town of Kogelo. ing and photography. Aardvark Safaris, among other operators, are also using “At this number, each passenger will have a window seat. Obama’s heritage as a selling point. Visit www.2Afrika.com A 7th passenger may travel next to the driver-guide, which and www.Aardvarksafaris.com means this person will also have a window seat but has no access to the roof hatch,” she says. Additionally, this will Several Ways to Go sharply reduce the cost of booking their own minivan and From flying, driving, fishing, and a new addition to the may help to persuade clients to say yes to a safari. Visit inventory, an Obama-related safari, new combinations can www.natureexpeditions.com have pleasant surprises. One client I met while on safari, said, “It was the only place I went during rainy season and Evaluating Accommodations came home with a tan.” Clients can save by avoiding safaris Kenya has accommodations for every budget, from small scheduled during Christmas or Easter holidays. Airfares are family-run guest houses to hotels and luxury lodges. Tented usually lower mid-September through the end of October, camps range from standard with private toilets and show- when the famous wildebeest migration takes place in the ers, to deluxe accommodations with full amenities. Sambu- Masai Mara National Game Reserve. ru Serena Safari Lodge, for instance, has a swimming Christine Eichin, a safari expert and owner of Above and pool, library, an airstrip, massage and beauty treatments, Beyond Africa, based in San Jose, CA, also a certified mas- laundry services, baby-sitting that can help sell a safari. ter KATS (Kenya Authorized Travel Specialist) says travel- Eichin sees a wide variety of accommodations in Kenya ing during low season can “shave-off” as much as $500 per and notes that “some of the most luxurious “camps” are person in airfare. Another saving tip for the single traveler is not necessarily in the best game viewing area, and you can that there are usually no single supplements during April and have a more moderately-priced lodge smack in the middle of May. Visit www.Yoursafariexpert.com the best animal corridors.” Another factor to consider is “Now more than ever, clients are looking for the best proximity to National Parks or Reserve boundaries. Eichin value for their money,” says Eichin and compares the all- says, “You may have a longer access drive into the park inclusive aspect of Kenyan safaris to cruises. “They are a where there are many more animals.” good value because arrangements include all meals, accom- Laumann suggests agents sell more safaris by becoming a modations, activities park fees, driver/guide and transporta- KATS after studying and passing a written exam, agents tion.” One advantage safaris have over cruises is a greater receive authorization and selective FAM programs. Eichin interaction with local people, cultural diversity, and animals, counsels agents to assist clients arrange airfare without or great and small, she added. little markup, or to help them access their frequent flyer

40 JANUARY 2009 WWW.JAXFAX.COM miles. She knows “there is little money in selling airfare, almost completed its upgrade to FAA category one that but agents are extremely savvy in finding their own dis- means agents will have more flight options to sell making counted or consolidated fares for their clients. This can go a selling Kenyan safaris in 2009 more profitable. long way in securing the safari booking.” Kenya Airways operates flights from major European cap- Eichin suggests an agency and tour company team up and itals. Call 866-536-9224; www.kenya-airways.us. For more host small gatherings at the agency or potential clients’ information on jet fuel prices, visit www.iata.com homes for a slide presentation. Clients’ face time with an For further information, contact the Kenya Tourist Board, expert can overcome doubts, fears and objection on the 866-44Kenya; www.magicalkenya.com. For agents inter- spot. Mailing postcards, either by traditional mail or e-mail ested in becoming a Kenya Authorized Travel Specialist can help stimulate sales. (KATS), visit www.kenyagent.com Looking toward the future, IATA’s Jet Fuel Price Monitor indicates jet fuel prices are down almost 25 percent com- For consolidator airfares and tour packages to Kenya pared to a year ago. The Nairobi international airport has see page 72 of the Listings Section BESTBUBESTBUYSYS $ ISRAEL $ EGYPT 709 Picasso Travel announced its newest branded 180 For a truly unique get- tour offerings called Israel With Us, with a selection of pack- away this season, head to Fairmont ages that showcase Israel. One example of the new Israel Towers, Heliopolis in Cairo, and With Us packages is called Israel Sampler. The land pack- take a break from the lengthy win- age includes five nights of accommodations with three ter spell with the hotel’s Only One nights in Jerusalem and two nights in Haifa; daily breakfast, Way Winter offer. Set in a verdant Jerusalem city tour, roundtrip airport transfers; and transfer suburb, the hotel provides ample from Jerusalem to Haifa. Tourism to Israel has increased so breathing space from the hustle and bustle of the city, yet take advantage of this special pricing of $709 per person, still offers travelers easy access to exciting local attractions double occupancy until Feb. 28, 2009. A holiday supplement including The Nile, The Pyramids and The Sphinx. Whether of $190 applies from Dec. 19, 2008 to Jan. 3, 2009. visiting for business or leisure, there’s no better way to Air fare is available from all major U.S. cities. From J.F. experience the grandeur of Cairo than through the spectacu- Kennedy, as an example, the air and land price is $1,699; lar hospitality of Fairmont. This offer includes 10% off the supplements apply on weekends and during the holiday sea- best available rate for midweek arrivals and 20% off during son. Call 800-995-7997; www.picassotours.com the weekend (Thursday and Friday with maximum of two nights), with VIP amenities and an upgrade to the next avail- $ TANZANIA able room category. Available through April 15, 2009, rates 595 Many of Africa’s premiere lodges and camps start from $180 per night. Call 800 441 1414; are now offering significant discounts to attract visitors in www.fairmont.com light of the global economic downturn, according to Africa Travel Specialist Aardvark Safaris, which is why the compa- $ EGYPT ny is offering several specially-priced packages across 5895 Recently National Geographic Traveler Africa. Aardvark Safaris is now offering this 10-night Kenyan recognized African Travel, Inc.’s 11-day, “Exclusively Yours safari at a discount of over $500 per person when the safari Egypt!” itinerary as a “Tour of a Lifetime.” is booked and paid for by March 31, 2009. The price Designed for individual departures, the journey begins includes all meals, local drinks, safari activities, airport trans- with VIP assistance on arrival in Cairo and accommodations fers and internal light aircraft flights. International flights are at the Fairmont Heliopolis. In Cairo two full days of private extra. The safari includes a stay at the legendary Tortilis sightseeing take in Giza, the Egyptian Museum, the Khan el Camp, just outside Amboseli National Park and overlooked Khalili Market. A home dinner with an Egyptian family pro- by the snow capped north face of Mount Kilimanjaro. vides insight into today’s Egypt. The itinerary features three Tanzania luxury: Pay for two nights at Kusini luxury-tented nights in Cairo, one in Luxor and five days cruising the Nile. camp in Tanzania’s Serengeti National Park and get the third The program, created for luxury clients, helps them uncov- night free of charge. Kusini usually costs $595 per person er the mysteries of ancient Egypt with their own private per night and is perfectly situated for game viewing in this Egyptologist who personally escorts the entire trip. world famous park. This offer is valid until March 2009. All sightseeing is private, with time to linger at sites of Exotic beach: Stay at Quilalea on the glorious northern special interest. Land arrangements start at $5,895 per per- Mozambique coastline for three nights or more in February, son double. Sample roundtrip airfare, New York - Cairo May and June and your partner receives a 50% discount, begins at $1,225 in economy class or $4,375 in business equivalent to $135 per night. class. Call 800-421-8907; E-mail [email protected]; Call 888-776-0888; www.aardvarksafaris.com www.africantravelinc.com

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Wisconsin’s Scenic Vacationland Peninsula by Tom Bross Cana Island ttentive travel planners should have no cery/bakery. www.libertysquareshops.com. Fireworks above Har- problem spotting two of the most promi- bor View Park follow Door County’s longest Independence Day nent peninsulas on U.S. maps. Viewing parade. Evening concerts are regularly scheduled at the Birch Creek the Massachusetts coastline, see how Music Performance Center. 920-868-3763; www.birchcreek.org Cape Cod—shaped like bent arm with a Ephraim: Founded on Eagle Harbor by Norwegian Moravians in clenched fist—pokes into the Atlantic 1853, this town hosts midsummer music festivals and, each June,

DOOR COUNTY CVB PHOTO Ocean. Then swing westward, over to weekend Norse celebrations highlighted by bonfires and fireworks. Wisconsin’s side ofA Lake Michigan. The Dairyland State’s northerly Five folkloric museums stand at various locations. Folkloric, too: contours are noticeable for what resembles a skinny, fractured fin- paintings exhibited in Ephraim’s Hanseatic Art Gallery. On Water ger. Namely: Door County. Total length, from Green Bay past Stur- Street, vacationers gravitate to Wilson’s Restaurant & Ice Cream geon Bay to fingertip Gills Rock, amounts to 75 miles (maximum Parlor, complete with juke boxes and a classic 1906 soda fountain width: merely 18 miles). Adding 22-sq.-mi. Washington Island and its www.wilsonsicecream.com. craggy limestone bluffs completes the geographic layout. Sister Bay: Another town with 19th-century Scandinavian origins. “The Door” has been a prime vacation destination since the late Summer concerts at the Beach Park Pavilion, each May’s Blossom 1800s, when steamboats began navigating northbound lake routes. Festival and September’s Marina Fest draw enthusiastic crowds. European settlers came earlier, emigrating from Norway and Swe- Jax Fax recommends Al Johnson’s Swedish Restaurant on Bay den, mixed with lesser numbers of Belgians. For added Scandina- Shore Drive; Swedish-import clothing and keepsakes displayed in vian heritage, Washington Island claims the distinction of having the on-site gift shop. www.aljohnsons.com America’s most populous ethnic Icelandic community. Fish Creek: Two blocks inland from the Alibi Dock Marina, cute The present economic pinch, aggravated by less-than-favorable shops, sidewalk cafés, a brewpub and artisans’ studios line a three- currency-exchange rates, might keep your clients from considering block stretch of Main Street. For prearranged group dinners and long-distance domestic or overseas travel. Here’s an appealing Mid- Tradewinds Lounge entertainment, keep the C&C Supper Club in west alternative. Big-city escapees like the leisurely tempo—and mind. Call 920-868-3412, www.ccsupperclub.com the 300 miles of Lake Michigan (east) and Green Bay (west) shore- Baileys Harbor, the fifth of Door County’s most-favored towns line, plenty-enough for five coastal state parks and midyear water overlooks Lake Michigan. Get there via east-side Highway 57—the sports. While exploring the peninsula last spring, Jax Fax came local main thoroughfare, where antiques shops and bookstores are upon impressively huge marinas and yacht clubs enhancing such prevalent. Anclam Park, near two 19th-century lighthouses, features picturesque resort towns as Ephraim, Fish Creek, Ellison Bay, Sister picnic groves and a sandy beach. Bay and Baileys Harbor. Washington Island attractions include horseback riding, the Her- itage Nature Trail, Maritime and Farm Museums, Capital Wheat Beer Touring the Lakeside Lighthouse Trail brewery, charter-boat fishing from Kap’s Marina and a culinary Kayakers and sailboaters prefer Green Bay’s calmer waters. school’s restaurant, plus a replicated, elaborately carved Norwegian Rentals and tours can be arranged in Ephraim, Egg Harbor and Sis- stave church. Sightsee via narrated Cherry Train Tours. 920-847-2039 ter Bay. For different perspectives, sand dunes and beaches com- prise much of the opposite lake shore, marked by signs describing Accommodations & Getting There old-time shipwrecks. Among historic lighthouses, Cana Island’s bea- Four swimming pools, four whirlpools and a full breakfast buffet con—connected to the mainland by a causeway—gets the most make Egg Harbor’s Landmark Resort, situated on four wooded hill- attention. Inside the white-brick tower, a cast-iron stairway spirals side acres, a tempting choice for long stayovers. Doubles range 89 feet to an observatory perch for terrific panoramics. $111-199 (800-273-7877, www.thelandmarkresort.com). Turn-of- Bicycling enthusiasts pedal onto 100-plus miles of back-road trails. the-century charm pervades the Eagle Harbor Inn, comprising a An eight-mile loop swerves through Peninsula State Park’s wood- cluster of stylishly decorated two-story cottages on Ephraim’s har- lands and wetlands, midway between Ephraim and Fish Creek. borside main street. Room rates range $98-195; request the season- That’s topped by 13 miles of winding trails farther north, in Jackson al rate structure for this high-class b&b’s romantic suites State Park’s pristine environment. Best centrally situated resource (800-324-5427, www.eagleharborinn.com). A grand Fish Creek for rentals and equipment (bicycles, plus wintertime snowmobiles landmark since 1896, the White Gull Inn wows guests with tradi- and cross-country ski gear): Fish Creek’s Nor Door Sport & tional open-fire “fish boils,” (left) Wednes- Cyclery. Call 920-868-2775; www.nordoorsports.com days and weekends during summer and Rural inner-county roads pass 4,000 acres of cherry-tree orchards, fall. High-season room rates from $152. 11 golf courses and the peninsula’s five vineyards, Wisconsin’s high- 800-624-1987, www.whitegullinn.com. est total. For tours and tastings, book clients through Simon Creek Five airlines fly to/from Green Bay’s

Vineyard & Winery. 920-746-9307; www.simoncreekvineyard.com DOOR COUNTY CVB PHOTO Austin Straubel International Airport (GRB): Midwest, United, American, Northwest and Air Canada. This Heading North from “Big” Sturgeon Bay Door County gateway is Wisconsin’s third-largest airport. Driving Size (pop. 9,500) and commercial buzz qualifies Sturgeon Bay as mileages: Milwaukee (101), Chicago (184), Minneapolis-St. Paul the county’s “metropolis”—last stop for burger chains and strip (270). Carrying passengers and vehicles, Washington Island Ferry malls. The best itineraries include five waterfront towns. To reach Line vessels make round-trip crossings between the peninsula’s four of them, follow bayside Highway 42. Northpoint Pier and the island’s Detroit Harbor. Call 800-223-2094; Egg Harbor: Downtown’s Liberty Square combines the casual www.wisferry.com Bistro (serving breakfasts, lunches and dinners), the upscale Board Call the Door County Visitor Bureau at 800-527-3529; Room seafood restaurant, decorative-arts shop and a gourmet gro- www.DoorCounty.com.

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$ LAS VEGAS Park and partial views of Lake Michigan for an extra $100. 149 Just steps from the excitement of MGM One-bedroom Parkview suites are available for an additional Grand, The Signature at MGM Grand provides an oasis of $125 per evening and have stunning views of Grant and Mil- luxury and intimacy like no other resort in Las Vegas. Set lennium parks. Call 800-441-1414; www.fairmont.com behind the private gated entrance sit the three towers of The Signature at MGM Grand; yet its The Signature’s suites $ FLORIDA that set the backdrop for a luxury retreat. You’ll never want 154 Charming St. Augustine, Florida, has long been to leave – and with the “Your Third Night’s On Us” experi- a destination-of-choice for couples seeking a romantic get- ence, you won’t have to (at least for one more night)! And away. Now, a new package by the newly-renovated Renais- now, travelers can continue taking advantage of this extraor- sance Resort at World Golf Village in St. Augustine is dinary value by booking and traveling before January 30, enabling you and your significant other to take in the sites at 2009. The Signature at MGM Grand’s “Your Third Night’s On a very reasonable price. Located within the lush 6,300-acre Us” Package includes the following elements: all-suite room World Golf Village, The Renaissance Resort is now offering rates beginning from $149.99 per night, one free night the “Escape Romance Package” which includes deluxe (including room and tax), and two complimentary cocktails at accommodations in a newly-renovated room with a resort The Signature Lounge. view, choice of a bottle of champagne or wine, chocolate- For the “Suitest Deal on The Strip,” The Signature at covered strawberries, breakfast-for-two daily in the resort’s MGM Grand extended this popular promotion to book and new 500 South Restaurant, and turndown service. travel by January 30, 2009. Offer is subject to minimum 3- Rates for the package, which is available through May 19, night booking and free night will be applied to lowest rate. 2009, are from $154-$214 per room, per night, plus tax and Call 800-727-0007 and use booking code SIG004. gratuity. Guests enjoy access to the world-class PGA TOUR Spa Laterra, PGA TOUR Golf Academy, and the private $ OREGON oceanfront Serenata Beach Club, as well as being within 119 The Resort at The Mountain, a premier golf five miles of 180 outlet stores. Call 888-740-7020; and ski resort located on the western slope of Mt. Hood, www.WorldGolfRenaissance.com; mention code LVU. offers guests an opportunity to get away while keeping travel expenses at a minimum with the “Weekdays Are Spe- cial” and “Winter Staycation” packages. The “Weekdays Are Special” package offers economic rates on spacious accommodations and a complimentary breakfast, Sun. through Wed., starting at $119 per night through March 31, 2009. Guests can also enjoy an active, fun-filled stay at The Resort with the new “Winter Stayca- tion” package which includes spacious accommodations and a $50 resort credit applicable towards dining, golf, retail purchases or ski passes, once the slopes open for the season. The “Winter Staycation” package starts at $149 and is available through April 12, 2009. Winter package rates are based on double occupancy; resort fee and taxes are not included. Call 866-407-2262; www.TheResort.com

$ CHICAGO 209 An urban haven in downtown Chicago, The Fairmont Chicago is in the up-and-coming, newly revital- ized Lakeside East neighborhood. The closest hotel to Mil- lennium Park, guests can enjoy the impressive museums, theatres and seasonal festivals all within walking distance. Guests can shop along State Street and the Magnificent Mile, take in the city views and lakefront activities at Navy Pier or experience a romantic walk through the Grant and Millennium parks. The Chicago Bed and Breakfast Package is available every day of the week, subject to availability. Pricing begins at $209. For an even more luxurious experience, guests can upgrade to a Deluxe guestroom with spectacular views of Grant and Millennium parks or a spacious one-bedroom Fairmont suite with views of Lakeside East

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Agents Test Out Celebrity’s Solstice, a Village on Water By Denise Dubé About “$100 a day is considered a good value for the elebrity Cruise’s newest and largest ship, the industry...guests get elegant luxury for economy prices.” Solstice, is actually a village on water. It houses almost 3,000 people, has 1,426 little homes, 10 restaurants, indoor and outdoor pools, a gym, and a shopping mall. An upscale spa offers every ameni- Cty—even Botox injections for those who want to leave with a tan and a smooth complexion. Although this village doesn’t have a school, there are numerous enrichment programs. There is also a half acre lawn where you can play a croquet or bocce ball. Golfers and duffers can take a swing there too. That’s only a smattering of what this sleek new ship offers. “I see it as a retreat and a getaway-from-it-all,” said Missouri AAA Trav- el Agent, Claudia Taylor from a café on the 14th deck. The Solstice, officially named at Port Everglades, Florida on Nov. 14, is the first in Celebrity’s newest deluxe fleet and Celebrity Solstice 7 Night Caribbean Holiday Cruise from $899. Cruising offers personalized luxurious cruises at exceptionally good ports: Fort Lauderdale, Florida, San Juan, Puerto Rico (above), Philipsburg, St. prices. (The Solstice will be joined by the Equinox in 2009, Maarten, Tortola, B.V.I., Labadee, Haiti, Fort Lauderdale, Florida. the Eclipse in 2010. The fourth and fifth will debut in 2011 © 2008 CELEBRITY CRUISES INC. and 2012.) Eco-friendly, the Solstice is outfitted with solar allure. “[About] $100 a day is considered a good value for panels, is Teflon coated and has a unique hull design that the industry...guests get elegant luxury for economy helps the ship use less fuel. There is also an onboard water prices.” The Solstice also offers AquaClass for those looking system that cleans and purifies waste water. for even more luxury. Deck 11 sports 130 contemporary Like other agents, Taylor was impressed with the sun-pro- veranda AquaClass staterooms and an exclusive Aqua- tective awnings on outdoor poolside chaise lounges. She ClassSpa. Guests have a specially coded sea pass that and others were surprised by the quiet private parlors opens the door to a higher level of elegance that includes tucked into various spots around the ship. Furnished with European bedding, five-head shower towers, light dimmers, soft sofas, lush arm chairs and decorated with subtle décor and unique room service are only a few of the special offer- of days-gone-by cigar rooms, they are a great place to relax. ings in this class. Although the AquaClass is plush and ele- (No, these rooms are not for cigars and there are only two gant, guests will have an equally grand experience just by spots on the ship for cigarette smokers). taking the regular cruise. Rather than situating elevators horizontally across the ship, the Even the food is spectacular and there are a number of Soltice sports steel and glass elevators that run vertically along choices. The Grand Epernay matches old Hollywood glam- each side. This placement opens the middle of the ship to a spa- our with contemporary design. The Tuscan Grill’s entrance is cious atrium that goes from the 14th to the 3rd floor. breathtaking. Wooden casks filled with bottles of wine give Décor throughout the ship is techno-chic with a retro feel. an immediate Italian feel. Once inside diners can satiate any Portraits, sculptures, photographs, decorative glassware and Italian food craving. Silk Harvest is a casual Asian dining other artistic pieces adorn every part of the ship, whether in experience, one that includes Vietnamese, Japanese and the cabins or along the walls or in common rooms. Chinese food. Murano is a specialty restaurant that blends class and modern continental cuisine. Yes, it is accented No Complaints and Best Selling Points with Murano glass. Bistro on Five is casually chic and guests The bar was set high, Celebrity Cruise top officials, Dan can stay and eat or order take out. Café al Bacio and the Hanrahan and Richard D. Fain said. They succeeded. Dur- Gelateria are great spots to enjoy a cup of coffee, a few nib- ing a three-day jaunt off the Florida coast, guests comment- bles and an Italian gelato. The Mast Grill & Bar offers those ed on the extra details and the amenities. No one could find typical American hamburger and hotdog favorites. Tacos, or think of a complaint. Yes, one person wanted bigger clos- Reuben sandwiches, onion rings and every well-known ets, but storage room is there—in the closet and in modular American food is there. No judgments, everyone loves a compartments above the bed. There is also a laundry serv- good burger now and then. ice and empty suitcases fit neatly under the bed. The Solstice also provides more than the American Disabilities Worth noting are the unobstructed ocean views from the Act requires. More than 30 wheelchair accessible rooms are cabins. Jim “Smitty” Smith, marketing director of the available in every class and on all 13 guest decks. This ship rede- Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), noticed it fines large-scale cruising and will now begin traveling through immediately. Bright orange safety boats are tethered various European ports, the Caribbean and Bermuda. between floors, rather than the usual docking space beside Those looking for more information or to experience “Star- each deck. Bob Cabrera, from Direct Travel Service, was ring You Network,” a unique place to experience Celebrity equally impressed and said cost factored into the ship’s Cruise may visit: www.celebritycruises.com

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Berlin Tourism Marketing Appoints New CEO As it readies itself gross revenue grew to 8.4 billion Euro became executive council and press to celebrate the from 5 billion Euro ; and the hotel speaker for Lufthansa German Air- 20th anniversary inventory rose from 40,000 beds in lines, followed by an appointment as since the fall of the 1993 to over 97,000 today. economy editor at Deutsche Welle TV. Berlin Wall, Berlin BTM announced that Burkhard Kiek- From 1997 until 2008, Kieker worked Tourism Marketing (BTM) reports er is the incoming president and CEO for Berlin Brandenburg International that in spite of a weak economy and a of BTM that markets the city world- Airports, first as spokesman for spe- wide as a tourism and meetings desti- strong Euro, the first nine months of nation. cial projects, and until recently, as 2008 showed an increase of 1.2% in Director for Marketing and Communi- U.S. arrivals. Hanns Peter Nerger, From Media to Marketing cations in charge of acquisitions. who has been at the helm of BTM as After studying journalism in Munich, Stateside, Kirsten Schmidt remains President and CEO for the past 15 Germany, Kieker started his career as Berlin’s U.S. representative based on years, has stepped down. During his China correspondent and then political the west coast. Call 818-385-0631; E- tenure, overnightst in Berlin went from reporter for the prestigious, weekly mail [email protected]; or visit seven million to 17 million; the tourism newpaper, Die Zeit. In 1989, he www.berlin.de

John Lynch to Direct Jamaica Tourism Jamaica’s Minis- Lynch will be responsible for the day- regional director based in Chicago, and ter of Tourism to-day operations of the JTB and the deputy director of tourism, responsible Edmund Bartlett country’s global tourism marketing. for sales, marketing and conventions recently appointed Lynch worked for 16 years as execu- and overseas offices. He was a driving John Lynch as tive vice president of Unique Vaca- force behind the award-winning Come Director of Tourism at the Jamaica tions, with overall responsibility for Back to Jamaica campaign. Tourist Board (JTB), effective public relations, sales promotions, and Lynch currently serves as third vice December 1, 2008. According to group sales and is credited with being president of the Caribbean Hotel Asso- Bartlett, the current environment dic- a major force in the development of all ciation, chairing its marketing commit- tates that quick and decisive action be Sandals Resorts brands worldwide. tee; he sits on the board of directors taken to fill the post of Director of A strong tourism leader, Mr. Lynch for the Caribbean Tourism Develop- Tourism. “Lynch’s knowledge, experi- has also had experience in the public ment Corporation, a merger of the ence and strength in sales make him sector by serving the Jamaica Tourist Caribbean Hotel Association and the an ideal candidate to fill the available Board in a variety of capacities in the Caribbean Tourism Organization. post,” noted Bartlett. past: senior manager of trade services, Visit www.visitjamaica.com

Grace Grillo, Senior Sales at Sandos In an effort to fur- and various promotional programs for tered in Spain, has four products on ther develop its clients via travel agents, wholesalers, the Riviera Maya, Mexico, housed in sales network with- tour operators and consumers. two resort complexes - Caracol com- in North America, "With over 15 years in the travel plex, which consists of Sandos Caracol Sandos Hotels & industry, Mrs. Grillo will be an asset to Eco-Resort & Spa and the Select Club Resorts recently appointed Grace our Sandos Hotels & Resorts team," Beach Resort & Spa and the Playacar Grillo as Senior Sales Manager for said Jacques De Paep, director of complex containing Sandos Playacar Northeastern U.S. and Eastern Sales and Marketing, Sandos Hotels & Beach Resort & Spa and the Playacar Canada. Resorts. "Grillo's extensive travel Riviera hotel section - and one resort, Grillo and her team, based in New industry experience and intimate the Sandos Papagayo Arena Beach York, will be responsible for regional knowledge of both Canada and U.S. Resort & Spa in the Canary Islands. brand representation; strategic pitch- operations will aid our efforts to Future openings are planned in Mexico ing to travel agencies, tour operators, enhance services and support for our and the Dominican Republic. incentive companies, national tourist clientele," he added. Call 866-887-5601 or visit boards and key industry organizations; Sandos Hotels & Resorts, headquar- www.sandoshotels.com.

46 JANUARY 2009 WWW.JAXFAX.COM EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW By Maria Lisella

Picasso Builds on Its Strength as a Global Consolidator

Picasso Travel was founded in 1979 by the late Esin Ozyurtcu, and Huseyin Ozyurtcu became 100% Presi- dent/owner in 1997 after his wife’s passing. Since its incep- tion, Picasso Travel’s volume grew as a strong, dependable consolidator including through the most challenging years such as 2001 and 2008. Picasso Travel also started several tour operations: Picasso Tours & Cruises, Nordique Tours, Splendida Italia, Swiss- Made Tours, Ports of India and the latest, which was recently rolled out at the end of 2008 is Israel With Us. Picasso’s latest venture with AERTicket makes it one of the world’s PICASSO TRAVEL & TOURS largest consolidators. Jax Fax contacted Ozyurtcu, presi- Huseyin Ozyurtcu, President and CEO of Picasso Travel, one of the largest air dent of the company to update readers on the compa- consolidators in North America, and Rainer Klee, President and CEO of AER ny’s imminent plans and developments. Picasso LLC, a US subsidiary of AERTickets, the largest independent consolidator in Germany, announced today a joint 50 percent ownership agreement. With this new partnership, the gross sales of the joint company will reach $1.2 JF: While pundits and other industry insiders think consolidators billion in air consolidator sales and make it one of the largest consolidators in are getting a smaller piece of the pie, Picasso teams up with the world. There will be no changes to the US operations, its executive and AERTicket to create one of the largest consolidators in the management team and its name, Picasso Travel. world...tell us your rationale? Picasso: This new partnership will provide worldwide con- Picasso: We have negotiated and brought the best prices to solidation allowing both consolidators to sell tickets to travel travel agencies for last-minute ticketing, to accommodate agencies all around the world. Until this point, consolidators their clients’ demands for more flexibility. have been very limited to sell only to passengers in their JF: What new destinations will you be adding in 2009? home countries. Picasso: For consolidation, we have added new contracts With this new partnership, the gross sales of the joint com- such as V-Australia, Cathay Pacific, JAL, AeroMexico and pany will reach $1.2 billion in air consolidator sales and make Mexicana. In tour operations we added India in 2007 and it one of the largest consolidators in the world. There will Israel at the end of 2008. be no changes to the U.S. operations, its executive and JF: Why Israel? management team and its name, Picasso Travel. Picasso: Israel is one of the most spiritual places in the JF: Can you tell agents a bit more about your new partner? world where visitors can see rich, defining structures of Picasso: Headquartered in Berlin, AERTickets was founded in major religions such as the Wailing Wall, The Rock of the Germany in 1993. AERTickets has ten branch offices supplying Dome and the Church of the Holy Sepulcher. It’s an experi- the travel agent community in Germany, Switzerland, Austria, ence that few come back from emotionally untouched. And Poland and Spain with wholesale tickets and operates tours our land arrangements start at well under $1,000 per person under the brand EXPLORER. Agents can visit double. (See Best Buys in the Africa/Mideast section.) www.picassotravel.com; www.aerticket.de and JF: How are you expanding your clientele? www.explorer.de Picasso: Our AERTicket venture enhances our ability to JF: Can you advise agents of opportunities they may be missing if include tickets originating overseas, allowing people to pur- they do not deal with consolidators? chase tickets in the U.S., for their friends and family living Picasso: In a day where travel agencies provide a service to overseas. their clients and charging a fee for this service, agencies JF: What portion of your business comes via agents? must look to find the best deal for their customers and earn Picasso: 99% of our business comes from travel agencies; more money from each ticket. they continue to be our major source of sales and our major JF: What distinguishes your consolidation operation from others; distribution system. how do you beat out the competition? JF: Have you discovered any new avenues to raise your profile Picasso: Picasso Travel’s longevity and its proven record of among new agents? working together with travel agencies makes us a leader in Picasso: Adding new airlines and destinations will provide the market. The company is a member of ASTA, IATA, CLIA, an even more complete portfolio. USACA and ARC. JF: Is your company a member of Virtuoso or other consortia? JF: Any new trends you see among travelers? Picasso: We are a preferred consolidator for Signature Net- Picasso: In 2008, ticket purchases and transactions were work, American Travel Bureau, among others and we are a pre- completed closer to the travel dates, hence passengers paid ferred tour operator for Liberty Travel. more money by not purchasing and guaranteeing the cheap- For more information on Picasso Travel, call 800-995- er prices because of fewer available seats. 7997 (Monday through Friday, 7 a.m.–5 p.m. PDT) or visit JF: How has Picasso responded to these trends ? www.picassotours.com

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NEW YORK To:PRAGUE DAILY SKED AIR $ 307 Net ADVENTURE INT’L TRAVEL TO 1/31/09 800-542-2487;OW;PTA;BIZ;OTHR CITIES DAILY SKED AIR $ 301 Net AMERICAN TRAVEL ABROAD 12/25/08-4/2/09 OW $178;NET;CALL:800-228-0877 DAILY SKED AIR $ 410 CZECH VACATIONS ALL YEAR WWW.CZECHVACATIONS.COM;800-321-2999 DAILY SKED TUR 7 $ 639 $ 699 CZECH VACATIONS ALL YEAR WWW.CZECHVACATIONS.COM;800-321-2999 DAILY SKED AIR NET/COMM DOWNTOWN TRAVEL ALL YEAR 212-481-1800;WWW.DOWNTOWNTRAVEL.COM DAILY SKED AIR CALL FOR QUOTES Net GLAVS TRAVEL ALL YEAR NET/COMM;TUR&HTL PKGS 800-336-5727 DAILY SKED TUR CALL FOR QUOTES Net GLAVS TRAVEL ALL YEAR TOUR PACKAGES;800-336-5727;718-615-1010 DAILY SKED AIR $ 301 Net PANORAMA TRAVEL, LTD. 10/27/08-12/11/08 WB AVBL;800-204-7130 DAILY SKED AIR $ 298 Net UP & AWAY TO 3/31/09 FLY BA;800-275-8001;212-889-2345;BIZ OK CZECH REPUBLIC,AUSTRIA,HUNGARY NEW YORK To:PRAGUE DAILY SKED TUR 10 $ 1559 CZECH VACATIONS ALL YEAR WWW.CZECHVACATIONS.COM;800-321-2999 DENMARK NEW YORK To:COPENHAGEN DAILY BUSINESS $ 2150 Net $ 2950 ARROW TRAVEL ALL YEAR CALL FOR OTHER CITIES;866-359-2776 DAILY SKED AIR $ 330 Net UP & AWAY TO 3/31/09 FLY BA;800-275-8001;212-889-2345;BIZ OK SEATTLE To:COPENHAGEN DAILY BUSINESS $ 2695 Net $ 4425 LEGEND TRAVEL AND TOURS TO 1/31/09 800-295-3436;CALL FOR RULES/OTH CITIES WASHINGTON DC To:COPENHAGEN DAILY BUSINESS $ 2245 Net $ 3875 LEGEND TRAVEL AND TOURS TO 1/31/09 800-295-3436;CALL FOR RULES/OTH CITIES DAILY SKED AIR $ 325 Net TRANS AM TRAVEL INC. TO 3/31/09 800-822-7600;OTHER CITIES AVBL. ESTONIA CHICAGO To:TALLINN DAILY SKED AIR $ 735 Net VYTIS TOURS CALL 800-778-9847;ADD-ONS AVBL.

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DAILYSALT SKEDLAKE AIR CITY $ 607 Net To:ATHENSCROWN PETERS FROM 1/1/09 BIZ NETS AVBL;800-321-1199;MORE DESTS

DAILYSAN DIEGO SKED AIR $ 648 Net To:ATHENSCROWN PETERS FROM 1/1/09 BIZ NETS AVBL;800-321-1199;MORE DESTS

DAILYSAN FRANCISCO SKED AIR $ 612 Net To:ATHENSCROWN PETERS FROM 1/1/09 BIZ NETS AVBL;800-321-1199;MORE DESTS

DAILYST. LOUIS SKED AIR $ 508 Net To:ATHENSCROWN PETERS FROM 1/1/09 BIZ NETS AVBL;800-321-1199;MORE DESTS

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JANUARY 2009 WWW.JAXFAX.COM EUROPE 61 FOR CONTACT INFORMATION, WEBSITE ADDRESS & EMAIL SEE DIRECTORY PAGE 80 62 AL KDAR$ 2 Net Net $320 $505 Net SKEDAIR DAILY $250 SKEDAIR NEW YORK DAILY LOS ANGELES ROMANIA SKEDAIR $ 829 Net DAILY NEW YORK 7 Net $356 PORTUGAL SKEDTUR Net DAILY $296 NEW YORK REPUBLIC Net POLAND,CZECH SKEDAIR $310 Net DAILY Net SKEDAIR WASHINGTON DC $260 DAILY $288 Net SKEDAIR WASHINGTON DC $320 DAILY Net SKEDAIR PHILADELPHIA $360 Net SKEDAIR DAILY SKEDAIR DAILY $410 Net DAILY $385 SKEDAIR NEW YORK Net DAILY $350 SKEDAIR HOUSTON Net SKEDAIR DAILY $332 DAILY Net SKEDAIR DETROIT $378 DAILY Net SKEDAIR CHICAGO $428 DAILY Net SKEDAIR BOSTON $380 DAILY SKEDAIR ATLANTA $320 DAILY SKEDAIR HOUSTON DAILY SKEDAIR ATLANTA DAILY Net NEW YORK $325 Net NET/COMM POLAND SKEDAIR DAILY GLAVS TRAVEL $517 NEW YORK NET/COMM Net NORWAY SKEDAIR CALLFORQUOTES Net DAILY SKEDAIR SEATTLE SKEDAIR Net DAILY $439 SKEDAIR DAILY DAILY $360 NEW YORK Net MOLDOVA SKEDAIR Net DAILY $508 SKEDAIR WASHINGTON DC DAILY $530 NEW YORK Net MALTA SKEDAIR Net DAILY $545 SKEDAIR WASHINGTON DC Net DAILY $745 LOS ANGELES REPUBLIC Net MACEDONIAN SKEDAIR $640 Net DAILY SKEDAIR SAN FRANCISCO $530 Net DAILY $371 SKEDAIR PHILADELPHIA NET/COMM Net DAILY $340 SKEDAIR NEWARK SKEDAIR DAILY $545 SKEDAIR DAILY SKEDAIR DAILY DAILY SKEDAIR NEW YORK DAILY LOS ANGELES LITHUANIA EATN YEDY MIN DAYS TYPE DEPARTING EUROPE 800-742-2776 www.picassotravel.com Groups: 877-742-2776 RP#ROUNDTRIP PRICE # TRIP 89CZECH VACATIONS $ 899 A SUPPLIER MAX CONSOLIDATOR NET FARES AND OVERRIDE COMMISSIONS COMMISSIONS OVERRIDE AND FARES NET CONSOLIDATOR TO WORLDWIDE DESTINATIONS FROM ALL U.S. GATEWAYS U.S. ALL FROM DESTINATIONS WORLDWIDE TO To:BUCHAREST To:BUCHAREST To:LISBON To:KRAKOW To:WROCLAW To:WARSAW To:WARSAW To:WARSAW To:WARSAW To:WARSAW To:WARSAW To:WARSAW To:WARSAW To:POZNAN To:POZNAN To:KRAKOW To:OSLO To:CHISINAU To:CHISINAU To:MALTA To:MALTA To:SKOPJE To:SKOPJE To:VILNIUS To:VILNIUS To:VILNIUS To:VILNIUS To:VILNIUS UP & AWAY INTERNET TOURS, INC. UP & AWAY KRK,GDNSAME;OW $210;NET;800-228-0877 12/25/08-4/2/09 KRKSAME;OW $290;NET;CALL:800-228-0877 AMERICAN TRAVEL ABROAD 888-SKY-BIRD;OTHER CITIESAVBL. 12/25/08-4/2/09 TRANS AMTRAVEL INC. GDN,KTW SAME;OW $224;NET;800-228-0877 TO1/31/09 AMERICAN TRAVEL ABROAD 888-SKY-BIRD;OTHER 12/25/08-4/2/09 CITIESAVBL. KRK,GDNSAME;OW $354;NET;800-228-0877 UP & AWAY SKYBIRD TRAVEL &TOURS 12/25/08-4/2/09 AMERICAN TRAVEL ABROAD KRK,GDNSAME;OW $228;NET;800-228-0877 TO1/31/09 AMERICAN TRAVEL ABROAD 12/25/08-4/2/09 KRKSAME;OW $320;NET;CALL:800-228-0877 SKYBIRD TRAVEL &TOURS 12/25/08-4/2/09 KRKSAME;OW $196;NET;CALL:800-228-0877 AMERICAN TRAVEL ABROAD 888-SKY-BIRD;OTHER 12/25/08-4/2/09 CITIESAVBL. KRK,GDNSAME;OW $224;NET;800-228-0877 AMERICAN TRAVEL ABROAD 888-SKY-BIRD;OTHER 12/25/08-4/2/09 CITIESAVBL. AMERICAN TRAVEL ABROAD TO1/31/09 AMERICAN TRAVEL ABROAD TO1/31/09 EWRSAME;OW $290;NET;800-228-0877 SKYBIRD TRAVEL & TOURS 12/25/08-4/2/09 SKYBIRD TRAVEL & TOURS AMERICAN TRAVEL ABROAD 800-321-8069;WWW.MVTI.US;ALL CITIES 800-321-8069;WWW.MVTI.US;ALL CITIES ALLYEAR UP & AWAY C,WB,U.S.ADD-ONS AVBL;800-204-7130 10/27/08-12/11/08 ALLYEAR MISSION VALLEY TRAVEL PANORAMA TRAVEL, LTD. MISSION VALLEY TRAVEL 888-SKY-BIRD;OTHER CITIESAVBL. TRANS AMTRAVEL INC. UP & AWAY TO1/31/09 SKYBIRD TRAVEL & TOURS INTERNET TOURS, INC. VYTIS TOURS VYTIS TOURS VYTIS TOURS OW$220;NET;CALL:800-228-0877 VYTIS TOURS 12/25/08-4/2/09 TRANS AMTRAVEL INC. DOWNTOWN TRAVEL AMERICAN TRAVEL ABROAD VYTIS TOURS WWW. JAXFAX .COM VALIDITY EIDADDITIONAL INFORMATION PERIOD O33/9FLY BA;800-275-8001;212-889-2345;BIZ OK 800-371-1871;OW/PTA/BIZ/OTHR CITIES TO 3/31/09 FLY BA;800-275-8001;617-236-8100;BIZ OK ALL YEAR WWW.CZECHVACATIONS.COM;800-321-2999 TO 3/31/09 ALL YEAR 800-822-7600;OTHER CITIESAVBL. TO 3/31/09 FLY BA;800-275-8001;212-889-2345;BIZ OK TO 3/31/09 FLY BA;800-275-8001;212-889-2345;BIZ OK TO 3/31/09 OTHCTY;800-336-5727 OR718-615-1010 800-822-7600;OTHER CITIES AVBL. ALL YEAR VS/KM;800-275-8001;212-889-2345;BIZ OK TO 3/31/09 TO 3/31/09 800-371-1871;OW/PTA/BIZ/OTHR CITIES ALL YEAR CALL CALL 800-822-7600;OTHER CITIES AVBL. CALL 212-481-1800;WWW.DOWNTOWNTRAVEL.COM CALL TO 3/31/09 ALL YEAR CALL 800-778-9847;OTHER CITIES AVBL. 800-778-9847;OW AVAILABLE 800-778-9847;OW AVAILABLE 800-778-9847;ADD-ONS,FIT’S,TOURS 800-778-9847;LAND AVBL. JANUARY 2009 TRIP # ROUND TRIP PRICE VALIDITY DEPARTING TYPE DAYS MIN MAX SUPPLIER PERIOD ADDITIONAL INFORMATION RUSSIA CONSOLIDATOR NET FARES AND OVERRIDE COMMISSIONS TO WORLDWIDE DESTINATIONS FROM ALL U.S. GATEWAYS 800-742-2776 www.picassotravel.com Groups: 877-742-2776 RUSSIA HAS NEVER BEEN CLOSER... WWW.MVTI.US Mission Valley Travel...IT’S ONLY A STEP AWAY //

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Lauderdale, FL 33301; 800-772-9675; CHOICE HOTELS INTERNATIONAL ITALIAN GOVERNMENT TOURIST BOARD 974-769-5000; Fax: 954-769-5079; www.saa.co.za 10770 Columbia Pike, Silver Spring, MD 20501; 800-367-2464; 301-592-6142; 650 Fith Avenue, Suite 1565, New York, NY 10011; 212-245-5182; SWISSTIX Fax: 301-592-6227; www.choicehotels.com www.italiantourism.com www.SWISSTIX.com; 800-878-5228 CLIA-CRUISE3SIXTY ITCP-ITALIAN TRAVEL PROMOTION COUNCIL TOKYO TRAVEL SERVICE www.cruise3sixty.com www.italiantourism.com and www.goitpc.com 835 Wilshire Blvd, Suite 320Los Angeles, CA 90017; 213-680-3545; Fax: 213- CLOUD TOURS JALPAK INTERNATIONAL 488-9206 Newtown Plaza, 31-09 Newtown Ave., Long Island City, NY 11102;800- 1629 K St. NW, Ste 601, Washington, DC 20006; 800-926-7274; 202-833- TRANS AM TRAVEL INC. 223-7880; 718-721-3808; Fax: 718-721-4019; [email protected]; 3531; Fax: 202-833-4370 4222 King Street, Suite 130, Alexandria, VA 22302; 703-998-7676; 800-822- www.cloudtours.com KENYA AIRLINES 7600; Fax: 703-824-8190 Net fares; [email protected]; www.transam - CROWN PETERS 450 7th Avenue, Suite 705, New York, NY 10123, Fax: 212-279-6602, travel.com • 5200 W. Century Blvd., Ste 330, Los Angeles, CA 90045; 34-10 Broadway, Astoria, NY 11106; Paul Alexander; 800-321-1199; 718-932- [email protected]; 866-536 9224 • 401 North Michigan Avenue, Suite 3320, 310-670-2111; Fax: 310-670-1875 7800; Fax: 718-932-2930; [email protected]; www.crownpeters.com Chicago, IL 60611-4255; Fax: 312-822-0048, [email protected]; TRAVEL EGYPT CZECH VACATIONS • 3050 Post Oak Boulevard, Suite 1320, Houston, TX 77056-6569, Fax: 713- P.O. Box 209 Cumming, GA 30028; 877-778-3497; 678-319-9556; Fax: 678-319- 45 Main Street, Suite 840, Brooklyn, NY 11201; 800-321-2999; Fax: 212-486- 626-1905; [email protected] • 16250 Ventura Boulevard, Suite 115, Encino, 1448; www.travelegypt.us; [email protected] 1456 CA 91436-2204, Fax: 818-501-2098, [email protected] TRAVEL PEOPLE • 1235 Bay St, Ste 601, Toronto, ON M5R 3K4, Fax: 416-972-0185; DESTINATION SPAIN 10707 S.W. 104th St., Miami, FL 33176; 800-999-9912; 305-596-4800; Fax: [email protected], [email protected] 381 Park Ave Ste: 1201, New York, NY 10016; 212-324-8319; Fax: 201-860- 305-596-2344; www.travelpeople1.com; [email protected] • 1166 Alberni Street, Suite 1406, Vancouver, BC V6E 3Z3, Fax: 604-681-8953; 6253; [email protected] UNITED TOURS [email protected] • www.kenyaair.net DONNA FRANCA TOURS 701 7th Ave., #1000, New York, NY 10036-1505; 800-245-0203; 212-245- LAN AIRLINES 470 Commonwealth Ave., Boston, MA 02215; 800-225-6290; 617-375-9400; 1100; Fax: 212-245-0292 1-866-435 9525, www.lan.com Fax: 617-266-1062 25 UP & AWAY TRAVEL LEGEND TRAVEL & TOURS DOWNTOWN TRAVEL 347 Fifth Ave., Suite 305, N Y, NY 10016; 212-889-2345; 800-275-8001; Fax: 1730 South Military Trail West Palm Beach, FL 33415; 800-295-3436, Fax: 3 West 35th Street 8th Floor, New York, NY 10001; 800-952-3519; 212-481- 212-889-2350 • 1010 Vermont Ave., Ste 1011, Washington, DC 20005; 800- 561-965-5482 1800; F: 212-481-5516; [email protected]; www.downtowntravel.com 746-4766; 202-639-0520; Fax: 202-639-0525; • 376 Boyleston Street, Suite MARNELLA TOURS 204, Boston, MA 02116; 800-347-3813; 617-236-8100; Fax: 617-247-2920 • EAGLERIDER MOTORCYCLE RENTALS & TOURS 5171 Glenwood Avenue, Suite 111, Raleigh, North Carolina, 27612; 866-993- 8383 Wilshire Blvd., Ste 1022, Beverly Hills, CA 90211; 888-978-7629; 323- 11860 South La cienega Boulevard Hawthorne CA 90250-3461, 310-536-6777; 0033; 919-782-1664 , Fax 919-782-1664; [email protected]; 852-9775; Fax: 323-852-9771 • 2701 LeJeune Road, Suite 402, Coral Gables, Fax: 310-536-6770; [email protected]; www.eaglerider.com www.marnellatours.com FL 33134 877-876-2929; 305-446-9997;Fax: 305-446-0797 • www.upand - ELITE TOURS & TRAVEL MISSION VALLEY TRAVEL, INC. away.com 28790 Chagrin Blvd., Suite 180, Woodmere, OH 44122; 800-354-8320; 800- 112 Cooperative Way, Kalispell, MT 59901; 800-321-8069; 406-758-4848; Fax: USACA (U.S. AIR CONSOLIDATORS ASSOCIATION) ELITE-20; 406-758-4828; www.mvti.com www.usaca.com 216-514-9000; Fax: 216-514-9001 • 9070 Kimberly Blvd., Suite 49, Boca Raton, FL 33434; 561-208-7777; Fax: 561-208-0700 NATIONAL CITY BANK VIENNA TOURIST BOARD Travel Industry Financial Services: 755 W. Big Beaver Rd, Ste. 1400, Troy, MI 011-4312-168-492; 212-575-7723, Xt 16 ; [email protected]; EUROFLYVACATIONS.COM 48084; 248-729-8375; 248-729-8372; F 248-729-8803; David.Valpredo@na - www.vienna.info 200 Broadacres Drive, Bloomfield, NJ 07003; 800-459-4980 212-609-7070, f tionalcity.com, www.nationalcity.com 212-609-7077; www.euroflyvacations.com; [email protected] VISIT ITALY TOURS NATIONAL TRADE SHOWS INC. 9841 Airport Blvd. Suite 1424, Los Angeles, CA 90045; 800-255-3537, 310- EUROPEAN TOURS PO Box 109 Riverdale, NJ 07457; 973-835-1340 or 800-526-0041; 649-9080, 310-649-6880; www.visititalytours.com 523 W. Sixth St., Suite 542, Los Angeles, CA 90014; 800-882-3983; 213-624- www.ntshows.com, [email protected]. 9378; Fax: 213-624-4898 www.europtours.com [email protected] VYTIS TOURS PAN EXPRESS TRAVEL, INC. 40-24 235th Street, Douglaston, NY 11363; 800-77-VYTIS; 718-423-6161; EXTRA VALUE AIR 55 W. 39th Street, Suite 301, New York, NY 10018; 800-518-7437; 212-719- Fax: 718-423-3979 ; [email protected]; www.vytistours.com 150 Boulder Ridge Rd, Scarsdale, NY 10583; 800-910-0575, Fax: 914-478- 9292; Fax: 212-730-1486; [email protected]; www.panex - 6186 • 1155 Warburton Ave. Suite 6P, Yonkers, NY 10701; 800-758-1382; Fax: WORLD WIDE TRAVEL - TX presstravel.com 914-966-1979; • 14 Jana Drive, Weston, CT 06883; 800-990-7321; Fax: 203- 1302 Waugh Dr., Suite 398, Houston, TX 77019; 866-522-0068; 713-974- 222-1804 • [email protected]; www.extravalueair.com PANORAMA TRAVEL, LTD., 0091; Fax 713-974-0098 12 East 33rd Street, 12th Floor, New York, NY 10016; 800-204-7130;212-741- FLANDERS CVB This directory is provided as a free service for our advertisers and listers. 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