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500 502 Travel the World with Small Luxury The Cove Lakeside Resort Hotels of the World WEST KELOWNA, BC, CANADA 4­Day, 3­Night holiday for TWO 3­Day, 2­Night stay Plus: you choose the properties anywhere in the world Plus: One­Bedroom Suite, Lake View, Valid to 5/17/20 welcome Okanagan Wine, Charcuterie & Cheese tray From the superb Small Luxury Hotels of the World Valid to 3/4/20 portfolio you may choose from an impressive menu of The Cove Lakeside Resort, located on the western luxury hotels throughout the world. From Austria to shore of Okanagan Lake in West Kelowna, British the United Kingdom and every country in between, Columbia, is a luxury all­suite resort featuring elegantly choose from castles and country cottages to golf holi­ decorated accommodations, indulgent treatments at days. The options are yours! Your SLH menu includes the Spa at the Cove, a private lakefront beach, two out­ palaces, spa retreats, secluded beaches, wine country door pools and a private marina. With a peaceful resorts, island havens, luxury hotels on stilts and mag­ waterfront setting and dramatic views of Okanagan nificent tented safari camps. Happy choosing! Casa Ellul, Lake, this is a place where the beauty and solitude of Malta excluded. Once confirmed by SLH, no alterations or nature are just 20 minutes from the shops and restau­ cancellations can be made. Subject to availability. rants of downtown Kelowna. Your suite is appointed Donated by: Small Luxury Hotels of the World with a fully equipped kitchen, living room and dining area and expansive balcony or terrace. From this 501 vantage point you can savor the views and star filled Wickaninnish Inn – TOFINO, BC, CANADA nights! Excluding 6/28­9/2/19; subject to availability. 3­Day, 2­Night stay Donated by: The Cove Lakeside Resort • Genre Hotels Plus: Deluxe Guestroom, your choice of Winter Storm 503 Watching or Spring Season Getaway Valid 10/1/19­4/30/20 or 10/1/20­4/30/21 Kimpton Saint George Perched on the edge of the wild west coast of Van­ TORONTO, CANADA couver Island, the Wickaninnish Inn in Tofino combines 3­Day, 2­Night stay heritage and elegance with untamed natural beauty. Plus: Deluxe Guestroom Framed by ancient rainforest and the Pacific Ocean, Valid to 11/30/19 each room at the Wickaninnish Inn is designed to "The new Kimpton Saint George Hotel is a supremely charm with its attention to detail and connection with comfortable boutique getaway in the busy metropolis nature. Your guestroom features a double soaking tub of Toronto."­ Montreal Gazette. This new boutique set against a picture window with beach and ocean hotel has recently put down roots on Bloor Street in views. You choose between a Winter Storm or Spring Toronto’s iconic Annex neighborhood. In its vibrant Season Getaway for two. This Relais & Chateaux prop­ cultural scene, you can sense the surrounding bohe­ erty has been voted by readers, “World’s Best Top mian spirit and elegant historic bona fides, making for 100,” 2018, Travel + Leisure and “#1 Canadian Resort,” a compelling mix of grit and sophistication. Unwind at 2018, Condé Nast Traveler. Excludes USA, Canadian the adjacent craft pub. Or borrow a bicycle and hit the holidays and January closure dates; subject to availability. streets to discover the many hidden and not­so­hidden Donated by: Wickaninnish Inn treasures this city has to offer. Subject to availability. Donated by Kimpton Saint George

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504 506 Nita Lake Lodge – WHISTLER, CANADA Sheraton Skyline Hotel London Heathrow 3­Day, 2­Night stay LONDON, UK Plus: Lakeview Suite, daily breakfast Overnight stay Valid Sunday­Thursday to 5/31/20 Plus: Breakfast for two Awarded “#5 Best Resort Hotel” in Canada by readers Valid to 12/31/19 of Travel+ Leisure and topping the 2017 World’s Best Just minutes from all the airport's terminals and offer­ Readers’ Survey. The award­winning Nita Lake Lodge ing easy access to Central London, Sheraton Skyline & Spa is Whistler’s only lakeside property where you’ll Hotel London Heathrow is the ideal choice when look­ discover a genuine Canadian experience. Walking ing for a hotel near Heathrow. Spacious guestrooms distance to Whistler Creekside gondola and on the offer high­speed internet access and are fully sound­ Valley Trail, Nita’s location offers excellent proximity proofed. The tropical Sky Garden houses the unique to Whistler's activities in all seasons. Your over­sized heated indoor pool and Sky Bar. Enjoy the Sheraton suite features a king­size bed, a double soaker tub, “Signature Sleep Experience.” Your downtime will glass­enclosed rain shower and a comfortable seating be just as productive as your work time. Subject to area with a basalt gas fireplace. Excluding 6/22­8/31 and availability. 12/15/19­1/4/20 and all Canadian and US holidays. Subject Donated by: Sheraton Skyline Hotel London Heathrow to availability. The Meetings Concierge Donated by: Nita Lake Lodge 507 505 Hotel Britannique – PARIS, FRANCE K West Hotel & Spa – LONDON, ENGLAND 3­Day, 2­Night stay 3­Day, 2­Night stay Plus: Classic Double Room and daily breakfast Plus: Executive Guestroom, Full English breakfast Valid to 3/1/20 Valid to 12/18/20 TripAdvisor Award of Excellence and the perfect hotel K West Hotel & Spa’s fun and vibrant ambience is fused for a romantic stay in Paris. This luxurious 19th­century with ultimate relaxation in a prime location in London. boutique hotel is located just 650­feet from the river The hotel’s contemporary and stylish vibe attracts Seine where lovers stroll and riverboats glide by in the those from the music and media industries who enjoy shadow of the awe­inspiring Notre Dame cathedral the proximity to the nearby O2 Shepherd’s Bush and the gilded City Hall. The location of Hotel Britan­ Empire and the Apollo. Situated in Shepherd’s Bush, nique in the 7th arrondissement is close to all that the hotel is just minutes from such fashionable areas counts in Paris: the old sector of the Marais, the Pi­ as Notting Hill, Portobello Road and Kensington. Spa­ casso and Louvre museums. And just minutes from the cious guestrooms are designed to offer a soothing res­ Left bank of the Latin Quarter and Saint­Germain des pite from the fast pace of London life, with luxurious Près. You’ll stay in an elegant, air­conditioned gues­ oversized beds and a calming color scheme. Modern troom with free Wi­Fi, flat­screen TV and completely flourishes including flat screen TVs and in room tablets, modern bathroom. Excluding 9/25­10/3/19 and 12/27­ sandblasted glass, and original artwork give the rooms 12/31/19. Subject to availability. a distinctive K West stamp. Named “Best Spa in Lon­ Donated by: Hotel Britannique don” by the Good Spa Guide in 2018, K West’s holistic spa offers a range of exclusive treatments. Subject to availability. Donated by: K West Hotel & Spa • Genre Hotels

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508 510 Context Travel NH Collection Gran Hotel Calderon WALKING TOUR ANYWHERE BARCELONA, SPAIN Plus: $250 certificate towards ANY Context walking tour 3­Day, 2­Night stay No expiration Plus: Premium Guestroom, buffet breakfast Give the gift of learning with Context. Whether retrac­ and 2 cocktails ing the Revolution in Paris, diving into the ecology of Valid to 5/18/20 Venetian canals, or exploring Kyoto's teahouses at twil­ The NH Collection Barcelona Gran Hotel Calderón has ight, Context Travel experts weave history, art, and cul­ an unbeatable location right in the middle of the ture into stories that will quench the curious and Eixample district of Barcelona. Built on the site of the inspire the inquisitive. This Context gift card in the old Teatro Calderón, and completely renovated as NH's amount of $250 is good for any walking tour, from newest 5 ooooo hotel in Barcelona, it’s a 10­minute tapas in Barcelona to tango in Buenos Aires. Subject to walk to Las Ramblas. Passeig de Gràcia, the city’s nicest availability. shopping street, is in easy walking distance. Gues­ Donated by: Context Travel trooms are decorated in an elegant, contemporary style, and the hotel has a rooftop swimming pool with 509 a spectacular 360º view over Barcelona. There is also a Meliá Sitges – BARCELONA, SPAIN solarium and complete health club. You’ll find the gour­ 3­Day, 2­Night stay met dining space, Tablafina, on the restaurant floor. Plus: Sea View Guestroom, buffet breakfast It’s a unique gastronomic concept by Abel Valverde with designation of origin; connecting nature and local Valid to 5/31/20 produce, including Catalan specialties. Subject to Escape to Meliá Sitges and fall in love with its terraces availability. overlooking the Mediterranean. Located in Sitges, a Donated by: NH Collection Gran Hotel Calderon charming town on the Mediterranean coast just The Meetings Concierge 30 minutes from the center of Barcelona. The resort is a 3­minute walk from Balmins and Aiguadolç beaches. It has a spa, stylish garden with an outdoor pool and gourmand restaurant with a terrace. Subject to avail­ ability. Donated by: Meliá Sitges • The Meetings Concierge

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511 Portuguese soul food: T­bone steaks, slow­roast kid goat, confit of veal shank with vodka and the like. Kempinski Hotel Bahía • Just across the Douro in Vila Nova de Gaia, you’ll find MARBELLA, SPAIN the Relais & Chateaux hotel, The Yeatman. Striving 3­Day, 2­Night stay to deliver Porto's most inspiring dining experience, Plus: Mediterranean Guestroom, daily breakfast The hotel’s 2 Michelin oo restaurant, The Orangerie, Valid to 3/30/20 offers imaginative cuisine with the traditional flavors Kempinski Hotel Bahí a has everything you need for a of Portugal are interpreted and presented with con­ wonderful holiday. Choose from a wide range of differ­ temporary flair. The menu features an impressive ent settings to dine, drink and enjoy a broad selection range of fish and a diversity of regional specialities. of restaurants . R elax and get pampered at the Kem­ As a bonus, guests discover an extraordinary pano­ pinski Spa, swim or sunbath e in one of three outdoor rama of the River Douro and the historic center of pools . The hotel is just a five minutes’ drive from the Porto. Valid to 5/18/20; subject to availability. historical center of the beautiful town of Estepona and Donated by: Restaurante Traça 20 minutes from Puerto Banús with Marbella in one di­ The Orangerie Restaurant at The Yeatman Hotel rection and Gibraltar in the other. The terrace of your Mediterranean Guestroom overlooks the Mediterra­ 513 nean Sea and swimming pool/tropical gardens. Some Corinthia Palace Hotel & Spa excellent day trips include visiting the birth place of Pi­ SAN ANTON, MALTA casso in Malaga City, the Alhambra in Granada and 3­Day, 2­Night stay even Morocco. Kempinski is Europe's oldest Luxury hotel company founded in 1897, with 76 of the most Plus: Deluxe Guestroom, daily breakfast, iconic and luxurious hotels in 32 countries around the use of Spa facilities Valid to 12/31/19 world. Blackout dates may apply; subject to availability. Donated by: Kempinski Hotel Bahía Made up of seven tiny islands in the heart of the Mediterranean Sea, the Maltese archipelago boasts a 512 tapestry of archaeological and cultural treasures. With Memorable dining in Porto some of the oldest prehistoric structures in the world, dating from 3,600­3,000 BC, and a cultural legacy that PORTO, PORTUGAL includes the Sicilians, Phoenicians, Romans and more Two superb dinners recently the British, it is little wonder that the ever­hos­ You simply can’t travel to Portugal without visiting pitable Malta is referred to as the Island of Sunshine Porto. According to Lonely Planet, “Porto opens up and History. The historic Corinthia Palace Hotel & Spa like a pop­up book from the banks of the Rio Douro. is an oasis at the heart of the island. Guests enjoy a Edgy­yet­opulent Porto entices with its historic center, breathtaking location near San Anton Gardens, the sumptuous food and wine, and charismatic locals.” capital city of Valletta and historic Mdina, plus use of Here’s your chance to bid on two of the very best din­ the spa, gym and indoor and outdoor pools. Your ning adventures you could ever hope to experience: Deluxe Guestroom has 24­hour room service and a spacious balcony overlooking the hotel’s lush gardens. • In Porto, the happening Traça is tucked in a 17th­cen­ Subject to availability. tury building that once housed a pharmacy. Guests travel back in time as they savor true traditional Donated by: Corinthia Palace Hotel & Spa

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514 516 Hotel Grande Bretagne, Hotel Torre di Cala Piccola A Luxury Collection Hotel ARGENTARIO, TUSCANY, ITALY ATHENS, GREECE 3­Day, 2­Night stay 3­Day, 2­Night stay Plus: Best available guestroom, special wine and Plus: Daily breakfast charcuterie tasting in the garden lounge Valid to 5/18/20 Valid to 5/18/20 The Hotel Grande Bretagne, located in the heart of One of a kind. At the farthest spot on the Argentario, Athens, is included on the 2018 Gold List of Condé Nast high above the sea and in front of the Isola del Giglio Traveler and its travel editors “Favorite Hotels in the and the Isola di Giannutri, one comes upon the Hotel World” list. In fact, this historic hotel has the honor of Torre di Cala Piccola ­ a hotel with a fascinating story being the only hotel in Greece included on the list. and its own unique personality. Whoever sojourns here Quite the recognition of excellence for a landmark has this in mind: to seek peace and quiet and to redis­ hotel. With breathtaking views of the fabled Acropolis, cover a discreet privacy and total tranquility that today regal Syntagma Square and the Parliament, lush Lyca­ seems to belong to another age. Discover a 360°­view bettus Hill and the original Olympic Stadium, the multi­ that takes in the whole of the Argentario. A sight that awarded 5­star Hotel Grande Bretagne offers an captivates the senses and hypnotizes the mind. Travel unrivaled perspective of Athens' storied history. Lo­ + Leisure says, “There’s no better place from which to cated right in the heart of the city, the multi­awarded watch the sun set.” Situated in the central cottages or landmark hotel is within walking distance of exclusive along the hillside, you will enjoy your stay immersed in shopping areas and museums. Subject to availability. total peacefulness. This same hotel that conquered the Donated by: Hotel Grande Bretagne, hearts and minds of Liz Taylor and Richard Burton in A Luxury Collection Hotel the 1960s will also capture yours. Some blackout dates The Meetings Concierge apply; subject to availability. Donated by: Hotel Torre di Cala Piccola 515 517 Hotel Ripa Roma – ROME, ITALY 3­Day, 2­Night stay Hotel Vestibul Palace – SPLIT, CROATIA Plus: Daily breakfast 3­Day, 2­Night stay Valid to 12/31/19 Valid to 4/1/20 World Luxury Hotel award winner, Ripa Roma Hotel is Planning to visit Croatia? Don’t miss the historic city of a unique travel experience. Here is a chance to dis­ Split where the boutique hotel Vestibul Palace lies in cover Trastevere, Rome's genuine heart of the city, the heart of the Diocletian’s Palace beside the ancient center of night­life and crossroads of distinctive trends Roman vestibule walls. Highly exclusive, this property and styles. Ripa Roma Hotel conveys a new urban chic has just seven contemporary­styled rooms and suites, concept through design simplicity and essential style. a bar, restaurant and a wine cellar in the city’s most ro­ This unique hotel reveals the philosophy of the Roscioli mantic and historic setting. Step outside the door of family, who for the last four generations has been wel­ Vestibul Palace and you are in the middle of a UNESCO coming their guests with a careful eye to detail, ele­ World Cultural Heritage Site, surrounded by the city’s gance, Mediterranean cheerfulness and warmth. ancient history and its magnificent monuments. Modern and functional, all guestrooms offer perfectly Awarded Croatia’s Leading Boutique Hotel by World integrated comforts. Subject to availability. Travel Awards. Subject to availability. Donated by: Hotel Ripa Roma • Genre Hotels Donated by: Hotel Vestibul Palace

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518 Callejón de los Sapos, Convention Center and Amparo Museum. Your King Deluxe Suite has luxurious Hotel Casa San Agustín bedding, a rain shower, Smart TV and Ortigia designer CARTAGENA, COLUMBIA amenities. Some blackout dates apply; subject to 3­Day, 2­Night stay availability. Plus: Deluxe Guestroom, daily breakfast Donated by: Hotel Cartesiano • Hamak Hotels Valid to 11/19/19 520 Discover Cartagena, the famed port city on Colombia’s Caribbean coast founded in the 16th century. Known CostaBaja Resort & Spa – LA PAZ, MEXICO for its walled Old Town (a UNESCO World Heritage 3­Day, 2­Night stay Site), cobblestone streets and colorful colonial build­ Plus: Luxury Sea View Guestroom, ings, this unique city was one of the three most impor­ gourmet wine pairing dinner at Steinbeck’s tant ports in the West Indies. While exploring all that Valid to 5/18/20 Cartagena and the surrounding area has to offer, you’ll CostaBaja is the resort that has it all. Escape to this stay at the luxuriously chic and authentic boutique quiet and complete destination in La Paz and discover hotel, Casa San Agustín located within Old Town and a 5­star hotel and spa set in an international Marina and reimagined to maintain a colonial heritage intact within Beach Club. CostaBaja is situated on the Gulf of California three alluring white­washed houses. Each guestroom and is full of life and adventure. The resort is secluded is beautifully decorated to preserve the authentic and just up the beach from the charming town of La Colombian style, while seamlessly incorporating mod­ Paz, city of peace and abundance on the Sea of Cortez. ern services and amenities for today’s travelers. During your stay, enjoy a gourmet wine pairing dinner Winner of Travel + Leisure’s Top 10 City Hotels Central at Steinbeck’s notable for its mesquite grill and South America and Condé Nast Traveler’s Readers specialties. Subject to availability. Choice Award. Excluding some blackout dates; subject Donated by: CostaBaja Resort & Spa to availability. League Marketing Group Donated by: Hotel Casa San Agustín • Hamak Hotels 521 519 Tesoro Los Cabos – LOS CABOS, MEXICO Hotel Cartesiano – PUEBLA, MEXICO 4­Day, 3­Night stay 4­Day, 3­Night stay Plus: Daily breakfast Plus: King Size Suite, daily breakfast Valid to 5/31/20 Valid to 6/1/20 In Mexico the number one luxury destination is Los Hotel Cartesiano offers the unforgettable experience Cabos, recognized internationally for its beautiful of being a guest at a local mansion, with contemporary beaches, spas, golf courses, world­class fishing and in­ comfort and technology and within walking distance credible views. You can experience all this and more at to the main tourist and business spots of Puebla. From Tesoro Los Cabos. Located in the heart of the most Cartesiano’s rooftop you can admire the Colonial city’s modern district of Cabo San Lucas, the resort is boroughs. Beautiful church domes surround the situated just steps away from classy shops, varied hotel’s 16th and 17th Century houses. Three volcanoes nightclubs, restaurants and all sorts of water activities guard this World Heritage City and culinary axis in to enjoy and make new memories. Excluding holidays; Mexico, whose gastronomy is also World Heritage. subject to availability. Hotel Cartesiano lies at the core of Puebla, steps away Donated by: Tesoro Los Cabos from the city center, the famous antiques market at Asociacion de Hoteles de Los Cabos

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522 524 Hyatt Place Los Cabos Culinary Arts on Display at Grand Velas LOS CABOS, MEXICO LOS CABOS, MEXICO 3­Day, 2­Night stay Delectable dining for TWO at “Piaf Restaurant” Plus: Daily breakfast and “Frida Restaurant” Valid to 5/31/20 Valid to 2/28/20 Hyatt Place Los Cabos, located on Paseo Malecon in Grand Velas Los Cabos invites you to enjoy TWO the exclusive Tourist Corridor, is perfect for a Los dinners for two at the resort’s most popular restau­ Cabos holiday and conveniently located near various rants: Frida Restaurant and Piaf Restaurant. Frida’s local attractions. Offering an outdoor pool and a celebrates contemporary Mexican cuisine honoring fitness center, the hotel is just 1,000 feet from the the spirit of Mexican painter Frida Kahlo with authentic beach and 150 feet from Club Campestre San Jose Golf gourmet specialties that incorporate a touch of mod­ Course. A wide range of restaurants can be found ernity and local charm. Piaf’s celebrates the flavors of within a 5­minute drive. Subject to availability. sophisticated French cuisine with unique dishes that Donated by: Hyatt Place Los Cabos explore the country’s culinary traditions and gourmet Asociacion de Hoteles de Los Cabos legacy. Excluding holidays; subject to availability. Donated by: Grand Velas 523 Asociacion de Hoteles de Los Cabos Sheraton Grand Los Cabos 525 Hacienda Del Mar – LOS CABOS, MEXICO Occidental at Xcaret Destination 3­Day, 2­Night stay Plus: Deluxe Ocean View Guestroom, daily breakfast RIVIERA MAYA, MEXICO Valid to 1/31/20 3­Day, 2­Night stay Plus: Deluxe Guestroom, All­Inclusive Explore the 28 seaside acres that surround this Mexi­ Valid to 5/18/20 can Colonial resort in the Cabo del Sol Golf Complex. Just 35 minutes from the airport, 20 minutes from the The Occidental at Xcaret Destination 4oooohotel quaint San José del Cabo, and ten minutes from the al­ (a member of the Barceló Hotel Group) is surrounded ways­festive Cabo San Lucas. Enjoy an amazing array by natural beauty and located in the heart of Riviera of restaurants, mix and mingle at several bars, or make Maya. During your all­inclusive stay, enjoy dining at 11 a splash in one of five pools. Your Deluxe Ocean View restaurants and an international buffet, which offer a Guestroom has a private terrace, marble bathroom and large variety of dining experiences to please all palates. offers the Sheraton Signature Sleep Experience. The resort boasts magnificent gardens, natural river Excluding 12/19/19­1/4/20; subject to availability. formations, seven swimming pools, a dolphinarium Donated by: Sheraton Grand Los Cabos open for daily visits and a private bay with soft white Hacienda Del Mar sand. Excluding July, August, 12/15/19­4/25/20. Reserva­ Asociacion de Hoteles de Los Cabos tions must be made no more than 60 days of preferred date; subject to availability. Donated by: Occidental at Xcaret Destination Barceló Hotel Group

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526 Barceló Hotel Group Royal Hideaway Playacar 528 RIVIERA MAYA, MEXICO Barceló Huatulco – HUATULCO, MEXICO 3­Day, 2­Night stay 4­Day, 3­Night stay Plus: Luxury Guestroom, All­inclusive Plus: All­inclusive Valid to 5/17/20 Valid to 5/17/20 This 5ooooo property, a member of The Leading Being surrounded by nature in its purest state never Hotels of the World and named Mexico’s Leading had so many conveniences. The Barceló Huatulco Resort 2017 by World Travel Awards, is located on the 4oooo hotel is an all­inclusive hotel located in the Bay white sands of an idyllic beach on the Riviera Maya and of Tangolunda, the largest of the nine bays of Huat­ offers an exclusive all inclusive, adults­only experience ulco. Built in a contemporary Mexican style, this is a very close to key points of interest such as Playa del prestigious resort in Huatulco, known for its luxury and Carmen. Luxurious guestrooms are surrounded by green sustainability. You'll enjoy a variety of land and lush tropical gardens where the assistance of a private water sports, and the sapphire waves of the Pacific concierge and endless amenities are never far away. Ocean are just a few steps from your room. The resort The resort features six restaurants serving inter­ is located only 25 minutes from the airport and only ten national cuisine including the Chef’s Table at Las minutes from Santa Cruz Bay and the main village of Ventanas. Enjoy six pools, a spa and fitness center as La Crucecita, Six restaurants serve a variety of cuisine, well as infinite sports and fitness options. Excluding and don’t forget to visit the swim­up bar for a tropical holidays; subject to availability. treat. Golfers will be challenged at the Campo de Golf Donated by: Royal Hideaway Playacar Tangolunda. This 18­hole, par­72 professional Golf Barceló Hotel Group Course, designed by Mario Schjetnan Dantan and Pedro Gftereca Gurrola, stretches for 6,851 yards down 527 Tangolunda Valley to the bay. Confirmed within 30 days Barceló Gran Faro Los Cabos of arrival. Excluding Christmas, New Year’s Eve, Easter; LOS CABOS, MEXICO subject to availability. Donated by: Barceló Huatulco • Barceló Hotel Group 3­Day, 2­Night stay Plus: Superior Ocean Guestroom, All­inclusive 529 Valid to: 5/19/20 Occidental Nuevo Vallarta A superb beach hotel in a “privileged setting perfect PUERTO VALLARTA, MEXICO for relaxation.” The Barceló Gran Faro Los Cabos 3­Day, 2­Night stay 5ooooo resort overlooks the impressive Gulf of California and is perfectly located 1.6 miles from the Plus: Deluxe Guestroom, All­inclusive colonial town of San José. Your Superior Ocean Valid to 5/31/20 Guestroom has a private balcony with views of the Sea The 5ooooo Occidental Nuevo Vallarta is an all­inclu­ of Cortez and is fully equipped with first class conven­ sive resort located in a privileged enclave amidst the iences to guarantee a memorable stay. As part of the beautiful scenery of the Riviera Nayarit, where in the All­inclusive program, you can enjoy a selection of in­ same morning it is possible to enjoy an idyllic beach ternational dishes at five restaurants. You’ll also find and the best shopping and dining area. Located just 25 a fully equipped spa and full program of activities and minutes from Puerto Vallarta international airport, this excursions. Excluding high season and holidays; subject resort is easy to access. Enjoy a full range of activities to availability. (or do nothing at all!) along with the hotel’s three Donated by: Barceló Gran Faro Los Cabos restaurants and its proximity to the famous local fine

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dining in nearby Puerto Vallarta. A particularly attentive includes a fully equipped fitness center and spa. For staff will ensure a pleasant stay while you enjoy an golf aficionados, The Palma Real, an 18­hole, par­72 golf idyllic setting where the beach has the leading role. course designed by Robert Trent Jones, Jr. is located Excluding Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year’s Eve, Holy just across from the resort. Six different restaurant week, Easter week and special festivities; subject to avail­ options are yours to enjoy during your stay. Excluding ability. Christmas week; subject to availability. Reservation Donated by: Occidental Nuevo Vallarta confirmed within 30 days of arrival. Barceló Hotel Group Donated by: Barceló Ixtapa • Barceló Hotel Group 530 532 Barceló Puerto Vallarta Occidental Caribe PUERTO VALLARTA, MEXICO PUNTA CANA, DOMINICAN REPUBLIC 3­Day, 2­Night stay 3­Day, 2­Night stay Plus: Deluxe Suite, All­inclusive Plus: All­Inclusive Valid to 5/18/20 Valid to 5/17/20 Discover Barceló Puerto Vallarta, the 5ooooo resort The Occidental Caribe 4oooo vacation resort boasts on the shores of Mismaloya beach, south of Puerto a superb tropical location facing the crystal­clear Vallarta, surrounded by majestic mountains and facing waters of the magnificent Playa Arena Gorda, consid­ the Pacific Ocean. This beautiful, Mexican­style hotel ered to be one of the best beaches in the Dominican has been awarded 4 Diamonds by AAA and is distin­ Republic. The culinary offerings are standouts because guished for its exemplary service. Guestrooms have of their variety, with seven specialty restaurants from either a terrace or balcony from which to admire the all over the world within the Barceló All Inclusive pro­ lush vegetation, clear pools and impressive Banderas gram at the hotel. In addition, there are a wide variety Bay. The resort boasts a wide range of cuisine from of aquatic and sports activities and everything you traditional Mexican dishes to international specialties need to fully enjoy an entertaining stay under the in five restaurants. Plus, enjoy four swimming pools Caribbean sun. Excluding major holidays (plus four days and a semi­private beach. Excluding Thanksgiving, prior and four days after) and March. Subject to Christmas, New Year’s Eve, Holy week, Easter week and availability. special festivities; subject to availability. Donated by: Occidental Caribe • Barceló Hotel Group Donated by: Barceló Puerto Vallarta Barceló Hotel Group 533 531 El Embajador, a Royal Hideaway Hotel SANTA DOMINGO, DOMINICAN REPUBLIC Barceló Ixtapa – IXTAPA, MEXICO 3­Day, 2­Night stay 3­Day, 2­Night stay Plus: Executive Junior Suite, daily breakfast Plus: All­inclusive Valid to 5/18/20 Valid to 12/18/19 Santa Domingo, the capital of the Dominican Republic, Incredible views of the Playa del Palmar are the hall­ is a stimulating, multi­cultural city, and 5ooooo mark of this resort located in the heart of Ixtapa. It is El Embajador is the ideal starting point for discovering also perfectly located for taking trips to other places its rich colonial history. During your stay, you’ll experi­ close to the quaint fishing village of Zihuatanejo. Gues­ ence everything an elegant city hotel can offer. Ranked trooms are just a few steps from the ocean, and you’ll #10 among luxury hotels in Santo Domingo by U.S. enjoy a broad and varied range of activities that also News & World Report, El Embajador provides guests

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THESE LOTS AVAILABLE FOR PREMIUM BID CLOSE AT 9:30PM 500’S INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL with both an urban atmosphere and prime beach ac­ 535 cess. The hotel features historical decorative accents like crystal chandeliers in the lobby and classic furnish­ Occidental Tucancún – CANCUN, MEXICO ings in the suites along with three restaurants, a spa, 4­Day, 3­Night stay casino and two pools. Plus, enjoy free Wi­Fi access and Plus: All­inclusive a smart TV among many other amenities. Excluding Valid to 11/20/19 some blackout dates; subject to availability. The Occidental Tucancún 4oooo resort is situated on Donated by: El Embajador, a Royal Hideaway Hotel an idyllic Caribbean beach just a few miles from the Barceló Hotel Group lively city of Cancun. Guestrooms include full service and views of the Caribbean and the Nichupté Lagoon. 534 Guests who choose to explore the surrounding areas RIU Hotels & Resorts of Cancún are just a few minutes from the nearby CARIBBEAN / PACIFIC COAST Del Rey archeological area, where there perfectly­ preserved Mayan ruins. This resort offers a full array of 4­Day, 3­Night stay culinary options including, a full international buffet Plus: All­inclusive at Any Pacific or and three à la carte restaurants, serving delicious sea­ Caribbean RIU property of your choice food and an abundance of Mexican and Italian deli­ Valid to 5/1/20 cacies. There are also three pools and an exclusive RIU Hotels & Resorts remains the firm favorite for the Wellness Center as well as complimentary access to most discerning travelers who select them year after sporting activities. Subject to availability. year for their vacation. The warmth of each unique Donated by: Occidental Tucancún property means guests feel right at home, in modern, Barceló Hotel Group spacious rooms with the finest of amenities. Attentive service ensures every stay runs smoothly, creating a 536 cheerful, friendly and welcoming environment: the Gran Hotel Manzana Kempinski makings of a truly wonderful stay. La Habana – HAVANA, CUBA Each resort features a selection of dishes prepared daily 3­Day, 2­Night stay with the utmost care using fresh ingredients. Expansive Plus: Deluxe Guestroom, daily breakfast buffet gardens and crystal­clear swimming pools have become Valid to 3/20/20 insignia of RIU Hotels & Resorts. You only need to select your destination! Choose: Los Cabos, Mexico; Ideally located in the heart of Old Havana and Guanacaste, Costa Rica; Cancun, Mexico; Palm Beach, surrounded by the main UNESCO World Heritage Aruba and many destinations in the Caribbean! Some buildings of this vibrant city, the 5ooooo Gran Hotel restrictions apply; subject to availability. Manzana Kempinski offers you the opportunity to Donated by: RIU Hotels & Resorts experience the first luxury hotel in Cuba. With a con­ temporary décor and rooftop views over the old city, Gran Hotel Manzana Kempinski offers luxurious

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THESE LOTS AVAILABLE FOR PREMIUM BID CLOSE AT 9:30PM 500’S INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL accommodations where you can lounge after a stroll 538 through the fascinating and historic city of Havana. In­ dulge in extensive gastronomic outlets, such as the The Capitol Kempinski Hotel Singapore Lobby Bar El Arsenal or at the panoramic restaurant SINGAPORE San Cristobal. Enjoy your favorite cocktail in the Bar 3­Day, 2­Night stay Constante or smoke a cigar paired with a rum in the Plus: Deluxe Guestroom, daily breakfast one­of­a­kind tobacco lounge, Evocación. Kempinski is Valid to 5/17/20 Europe's oldest Luxury hotel company founded in 1897, with 76 of the most iconic and luxurious hotels Located in Singapore’s charming civic and cultural dis­ in 32 countries around the world. Excluding Christmas, trict, the iconic Capitol Building and Stamford House New Year and Easter Week. Subject to availability. have been restored to unveil as The Capitol Kempinski Hotel Singapore. A quintessential masterpiece of beau­ Donated by: Gran Hotel Manzana Kempinski tifully conserved architecture uplifted with a modern La Habana touch and bespoke hospitality, this retreat promises 537 luxury at its finest. Timeless yet contemporary, the hotel features a lobby lounge, an outdoor saltwater re­ Hotel Andaz Singapore – SINGAPORE laxation pool, a fitness center and Spa, as well as a be­ 3­Day, 2­Night stay spoke bar and a signature restaurant helmed by a Plus: King Guestroom, daily breakfast at Alley on 25 Michelin­starred chef. The discovery continues, with Valid to 11/18/19 the hotel connected to the luxury heritage lifestyle des­ Situated near Marina Bay and at the crossroads of the tination, Capitol Singapore. Kempinski is Europe's old­ Kampong Glam, Little India and Bras Basah Bugis cul­ est luxury hotel company founded in 1897, with 76 of tural districts, with their intimate shophouse­filled al­ the most iconic and luxurious hotels in 32 countries leyways and atmospheric colors, textures and flavors, around the world. Subject to availability. Andaz Singapore hotel aims to infuse a sense of the Donated by: The Capitol Kempinski Hotel Singapore rich culture of Singapore and inspire guests to experi­ ence the city through fresh perspectives. Overlooking 539 Marina Bay, this hip hotel in a striking high­rise building Four on Drupadi ­ SEMINYAK, BALI is a 3­minute walk from both the nearest MRT station, 3­Day, 2­Night stay and the Bras Basah Bugis arts and culture district. Plus: 1­Bedroom Pool Villa “Damou”, 24­hour butler Guestrooms feature floor­to­ceiling windows with city service, access to Canggu Club and Finn’s Beach Club, and/or bay views, free Wi­Fi, flat­screen TVs and Nes­ presso machines. Evening receptions and all­day special discount price for additional room nights snacks are complimentary. There are multiple trendy Valid to 3/19/20 restaurants and bars, including rooftop options, as well The oooo Four on Drupadi, a charming private as a 25th­floor outdoor pool and a 24/7 gym. Subject to residence of six themed homes of one, two and three­ availability. room villas, is an alluring haven, perfect for travelers Donated by: Andaz Singapore who are seeking an intimate retreat. Situated in the heart of vibrant Seminyak, this cultural­oriented

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property is within close walking distance to some of are invited to partake in an extensive selection of daily Bali’s most cosmopolitan dining and shopping venues. activities with numerous options to enhance your stay Designed with “Love” as a theme for each home, in dif­ or simply do nothing at all and enjoy the beach and the ferent cultural context – “Damou” (New Orleans pools. Excluding 12/1/19­5/1/20; subject to availability. style), comes with a private pool, DVD player, local Donated by: Barceló Bávaro Beach phone, safety box, free Wi­Fi internet connection, as Barceló Hotel Group well as a personalized butler. A unique dining experi­ ence awaits with a variety of international cuisine 541 choices. Four on Drupadi has a huge beautiful garden Grand Hotel Kempinski Riga and spa, L’Spa, offering an array of Balinese and Asian body and face treatments. Experience unique “home RIGA, LATVIA style” living with this Bali boutique villa vacation. Ex­ 3­Day, 2­Night stay cluding holiday periods; subject to availability. Plus: Opera Deluxe Guestroom Donated by: FOUR ON DRUPADI Valid to 12/30/20 Originally built in the 19th century, Grand Hotel Kem­ 540 pinski Riga is situated in the heart of the Latvian capital. Barceló Bávaro Beach Just opposite the National Opera House and by the en­ PUNTA CANA, DOMINICAN REPUBLIC trance to the town’s historic center, the main tourist 3­Day, 2­Night stay attractions are within walking distance. Discover the fi­ nest collection of 141 luxury rooms and suites along Plus: Superior Guestroom, All­inclusive with an all­day­dining and a rooftop restaurant, a bar Valid to 12/1/19 and 5/1­5/18/20 and a cigar lounge. Indulge in Kempinski The Spa, fea­ The 5ooooo adults­only Barceló Bávaro Beach is sit­ turing six treatment rooms, a swimming pool and a uated on one of the 10 best beaches in the world. health club with fitness center. Kempinski is Europe's The hotel features spacious rooms, most located right oldest luxury hotel company founded in 1897, with 76 in front of the beach. Additionally, guests enjoy a broad of the most iconic and luxurious hotels in 32 countries and exquisite array of cuisine offered at Caribe Buffet, around the world. Excluding 12/31/19, 1/1/20; subject to both Chez Gourmet specialty restaurants (international availability. cuisine) and La Brisa (Mediterranean cuisine). Guests Donated by: Grand Hotel Kempinski Riga

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