BFF Girls Getaway October 13-17, 2011

The BFF Girls Getaway Package is available October 13-17, 2011 for
$1,199 per person. All Luxury Included® getaways come complete
with deluxe accommodations, gourmet dining options, premium
brand wine and spirits, endless water sports, scuba diving for
certified divers, gratuities, airport transfers, and all resort taxes and
fees. *Double occupancy not required for October dates.

And – this just in!! We just received the proposed itinerary for the BFF trip and wanted to share it with you.

Thursday, Oct 13th

7:00pm-8:00pm
Private Welcome Cocktail Reception with Kinect™ for Xbox 360®
(Italian Village Trevi Pool Bar) Kick off your girls getaway as you sip on mixed drinks, nibble on delicious hors d’oeuvres, and test your dance skills with Dance Central on Kinect™ for Xbox 360®. Plus, meet all of the BFF sponsors while you learn what the weekend has in store for you! Dinner at Leisure. Grab your BFF and dine at one of our 16 Restaurants.

Friday Oct 14th

8:00am-9:00am
Walking Meditation and Yoga taught by Kim Valeri (Watersports Center) Enjoy a morning walk along the ocean’s edge and start
the day centered and calm. Learn how this contemplative approach to walking can help you to slow down, feel more connected and cultivate gratitude for what is truly important in your life.
9:30am-10:30am
Morning Yoga taught by Kim Valeri (Gym) Appropriate for all levels and taught from a point of safety, iyengar-style practice helps you to refine and deepen your yoga poses. All levels welcome.
10:30am-11:30am
AGE Smart Eye Reversal with Dermalogica® (Sushi Bar) Did you know the eye area is the first to show signs of aging, and the easiest to start treating now? From firming and reducing puffiness to a wrinkle solution, let our Dermalogica® Skin Experts teach you the professional’s way of treating and preventing the signs of aging around the eyes.
4:00pm-7:00pm
Private Sunset Sail-Away Snorkeling Catamaran Cruise (The Pier)
Set sail on a private cruise with Island Routes Adventure Tours for the ultimate party on the water! Don’t forget to wear your bathing suit so you can frolic in the crystal-clear Turks & Caicos waters!

Saturday Oct 15th

8:00am-9:00am
Walking Meditation and Yoga taught by Kim Valeri (Watersports Center)
9:30am-10:30am
Morning Yoga taught by Kim Valeri (Gym)
10:30am-11:30am
Rapid Resurface & Renew Your Skin / Join the FITE with Dermalogica®
(Sushi Bar) Millions of dead skin cells sit on the surface of your skin just waiting to be removed, and most skin has imbedded grime that triggers skin issues. This all leads to a dehydrated, dull complexion. Join our Dermalogica® Skin Experts so we can show you how to replenish and treat your skin with our hydrating formulas for a quick,
easy fix! At the same time, find out about our amazing concept of helping women entrepreneurs worldwide and join in the FITE!
2:30pm-4:30pm
Emeralds are a Girls’ BFF! (Italian Village - Colombian Emeralds)
Visit the Colombian Emeralds boutique and relax in the shade during your own private BFF shopping experience! Mimosas will be served as you try on jewelry, participate in raffle contests and save up to 50% on select jewelry!
4:30pm-5:30pm
Learn to Have it All Workshop with Jennifer S. Wilkov (Caribbean Village - East Caicos Board Room) Understand how to have a meaningful, romantic relationship while continuing to enjoy your successful dream career. Jen will show you the steps to envision
and create your dream life. Not only will they help you decide what you want, they’ll show you how to get it!
9:00pm
Beach Bonfire PJ Party sponsored by Harlequin® (Schooners Deck)
Bond with your girlfriends on the beach, next to a bonfire and over delectable chocolate treats. You’ll enjoy a steamy night of confessions…Let the games begin.

Sunday, Oct 16th

Oct 8:00am-9:00am
Walking Meditation and Yoga taught by Kim Valeri (Watersports Center)
9:30am-10:30am
Morning Yoga taught by Kim Valeri (Gym)
10:30am-11:30am
Get Mapped and Get Results with a Double Masque Face Routine with Dermalogica® (Sushi Bar) Take this opportunity to sit down at the Skin Bar and learn how to take care of your skin with our experts
through Face Mapping. Did you know your skin can be divided into 14 zones, each with a unique need? We can meet those needs with the Dermalogica® Double Masque! We will teach you an easy and simple application for a professional double action masque at home.
4:00pm-5:00pm
The Power of Visualization Workshop with Jennifer S. Wilkov
(Caribbean Village - East Caicos Board Room) Learn how to turn your dream life into a reality. From creating your vision board to writing affirmations and more, you’ll get all the tools you’ll need to harness the power of visualization so you can take it home and start living the life you want.
5:00pm-6:00pm
Meditation taught by Kim Valeri (Caribbean Village - West Caicos Board Room)
6:30pm-7:30pm
Farewell Cocktail Party (Kimonos Bar) It’s a happy hour like no other! Start the evening off right by pairing delicious cocktails with tasty delicacies.
7:30pm-10:00pm
Farewell Group Dinner (Kimonos) Say goodbye to a wonderful weekend with your new Beaches Friends Forever. Plus, find out if you will be the lucky winner of your very own Kinect™ for Xbox 360®
Prize Pack complete with a Dance Central game.

Monday, Oct 17th

All Day Departures

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Department of Tourism Launches St. Croix Fantastic Flight Offer

The U.S. Virgin Islands Department of Tourism has re-introduced its St. Croix Fantastic Flight promotion, offering a rich booking incentive for U.S. travelers to enjoy a St. Croix vacation this summer.

Travelers who book the St. Croix Fantastic Flight promotion receive a $500 instant rebate on bookings of six nights or more, including the first night free at participating hotels plus credits toward dining, activities and shopping representing a total value of $700 in savings. The offer runs through May 12, 2011 for travel to St. Croix between June 10, 2011 and August 31, 2011.

In addition, two daily, non-stop American Airlines Boeing 737 flights will operate between Miami and St. Croix beginning June 10, 2011, offering travelers increased options for summer travel to St. Croix.

St. Croix hotels participating in the Fantastic Flight promotion include: The Buccaneer, Chenay Bay Beach Resort, Club Comanche, Club St. Croix, Colony Cove, Company House Hotel, Divi Carina Bay Resort, Hibiscus Beach Resort, Holger Danske Hotel, Hotel Caravelle, King Christian Hotel, The Palms at Pelican Cove, Renaissance Carambola Beach Resort & Spa, Sand Castle on the Beach, Sugar Beach Resort.

The package applies to new bookings only and is based on double occupancy.  Credits are $250 per person booking incentive, with maximum two credits per booking for a total of $500. Reservations for this promotion can be made by contacting Island Breeze Travel at 517-917-0510 or email us at info@island-breeze-travel.com

For more information about this offer, click here to visit the US Virgin Islands Tourism page. When traveling to the U.S. Virgin Islands, U.S. citizens enjoy all the conveniences of domestic travel-including on-line check-in-making travel to the U.S. Virgin Islands easier than ever.  As a United States Territory, travel to the U.S. Virgin Islands does not require a passport from U.S. citizens arriving from Puerto Rico or the U.S. mainland. Entry requirements for non-U.S. citizens are the same as for entering the United States from any foreign destination. Upon departure, a passport is required for all but U.S. citizens.

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This Month’s Featured Resort - Sandals Emerald Bay

ARRIVAL IN GEORGETOWN, GREAT EXUMA, BAHAMAS
Upon arrival at Georgetown International Airport (GGT), you'll be
greeted by a Sandals Concierge at Georgetown Airport.

Your complimentary transfer to and from the resort will be arranged by
Sandals, so climb aboard your air-conditioned bus and enjoy your
included round-trip airport transfer to Sandals Emerald Bay, a brief
10-minute ride. Once you arrive at the resort, you'll be greeted like
all Sandals guests, with a glass of champagne, a cold towel and a
warm smile.

EXUMA BAHAMAS - ISLAND INFORMATION
A mere 40 minutes by plane from South Florida, the 365 tiny islets
and cays that comprise The Exumas feel as though they are a million
miles away from anywhere. Deep within the pristine Bahamian Out
Islands, their waters are revered the world over for their diving,
fishing and yachting. Flights arrive into Georgetown Airport (GGT).
The 365 unspoiled out islands of the Exumas – one for each day of
the year – are the Jewels of the Bahamian archipelago. The Exumas
are considered to be the French Riviera of the Caribbean, its calm
aquamarine bays and beautiful beaches rest just 130 miles southeast
of Nassau, Bahamas.

HOTEL INFORMATION
Deep within the idyllic waters of the Exumas, the brand new Sandals
Emerald Bay brings unprecedented luxury to the easy-going
rhythms of the Bahamian Out Islands. Here, a privileged enclave is
designed to ensure you will feel as if you are the only ones there,
where service reigns supreme and Bahamian-style architecture of
elegant villas and suites harmonize with nature.

Secluded within 500 tropical acres along a pristine, mile-long beach, civilized
pleasure coexist with exotic adventures, from three impressive pools
- including a half-acre, zero-entry pool with dramatic fire pit in the
middle. Play championship golf on a Greg Norman-designed course,
voted one of the Caribbean's Best by Travel & Leisure Golf. Relax in
the first-ever 16,000 sq. ft. Red Lane® Dermalogica concept spa.

KEY RESORT POINTS
 Resort sits on one mile of the Exuma’s best powdery white
sand beaches with a panoramic view.
 24 Hour Room Service
 183 choices of luxurious accommodations sit on 500 acres.
 Butler Service in 33 Seaside Villas & 36 One-Bedroom Suites.
 5 restaurants and 5 Bars at this resort
 7001 yard, par 72 championship golf course
 Three fresh water pools including the Caribbean’s largest
zero entry pool with a central fire pit.
 Red Lane Spa facility encompassing 16,000 sq. ft. with 17
relaxing treatment rooms and a state of the art fitness center.
 Over 13,000 sq. ft. of covered banqueting and convention
facilities.

For more information, a custom consultation and quote along with more information about Sandals Emerald Bay, email mark@island-breeze-travel.com

We specialize in this resort and have great on-site contacts. From pre-booking spa visits so you don’t have to worry about waiting until you get there, only to find the time slot and spa service you want is taken by another guest, to pre-arranging reservations for dinner. We handle the details and let the staff know you are coming.

www.island-breeze-travel.com or 517-917-0510

Greg Norman Champions Golf Academy at Sandals Emerald Bay

Island Breeze Travel is pleased to announce the Greg Norman Champions Golf Academy at Sandals Emerald Bay happening June 11 – 18 and December 1 – 8, 2011!

During these dates, four (4) PGA certified Golf Pros will travel to Sandals Emerald Bay to teach one, two- and three-day golf sessions. Golfers enrolled in the Academy will enjoy the incredible Greg Norman-designed oceanfront golf course layout while receiving intensive on-course instruction and assistance with course management as well as V-1 video swing analysis.

As a special treat, legendary golf pro Greg Norman will also be hosting a special complimentary clinic on June 17, 2011 for those who participate in the Academy.

Program Details:

Resort:   Sandals Emerald Bay, Great Exuma, Bahamas

Booking Window: February 10 – December 9, 2011  

Travel Window:  June 11 – 18, 2011 & December 1 – 8, 2011

Min. Night Stay:   3 Night Minimum

Room Category:  Any room or suite category

Cost: 

• 3 Day Program, including one round of golf:  $1,600.00
• 2 Day Program, including one round of golf:  $1,050.00
• 1 day Program $500.00
• Golf Clinic with Greg Norman on June 17, 2011: Complimentary for Academy participants

Inclusions: Two and Three-day programs: 4-hour instructional session with full swing analysis, increasing accuracy on approach shots, improving short game, making better bunker shots, and perfecting putting. 2-hour instructional session,  plus one 9-hole playing lesson with GNCGA instructor at Sandals Emerald Reef Golf Club. V-1 computer & video analysis with personalized DVD and 60-day access to the GNCGA instructional website with applications to continue training from home.  One personalized teaching manual.

One day program: 4-hour instructional session with full swing analysis, increasing accuracy on approach shots and improving short game. V-1 computer/video analysis with personalized DVD.

 

For additional information please visit www.sandals.com/golf/golf-academy.cfm

To book this once in a lifetime experience, contact Mark Brown at Island Breeze Travel, your Certified Sandals Specialist and Preferred Sandals Agency at 517-917-0510 or email mark@island-breeze-travel.com

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Sheraton Nassau Beach Resort Launches New "Family Time in Paradise" Package

Nassau, The Bahamas   – Known as a premier family-friendly resort in the Bahamas, the Sheraton Nassau Beach Resort continues to attract parents and children because of its reachability, affordability and unique Caribbean flavor. Based on increasing demand from the family travel market, the resort has launched a new “Family Time in Paradise” package and enhanced its popular Love Your Family Program.

Perfect for families booking now through December 31, 2011, the “Family Time in Paradise” package includes: Guaranteed connecting rooms or suites where available; Daily $50 Resort Credit; Kids 12 and under enjoy free food and beverage...

Current rates and availability at the Sheraton Nassau can be found by clicking this link.

Sandals Select–Annual Photo Contest

Enter your winning photograph that captures your memorable experience at Sandals or Beaches Resorts in the Annual Sandals Select Photo Contest! Be sure to add your description of what your entry means to you, as well as when and where it was taken. All entries must be postmarked by June 30, 2011.

First Prize: 4-day/3-night complimentary stay at select Sandals or Beaches Resorts.
Second Prize: 3-day/2-night complimentary stay at select Sandals or Beaches Resorts.
Third Prize: 2-day/1-night complimentary stay at select Sandals or Beaches Resorts.
Honorable Mentions: 4 Honorable mentions which receive 1,000 Sandals Select bonus points.

Full Contest Details can be found by clicking this link.

To book a trip to Sandals or Beaches Resorts, visit us at http://www.island-breeze-travel.com

or call 517-917-0510

This Month’s Featured Resort - Sandals Whitehouse European Village & Spa in Jamaica

ARRIVAL IN JAMAICA

Upon arrival, you'll proceed to the Sandals lounge, which is conveniently located at Sangster International Airport (MBJ), in Montego Bay. Your complimentary transfer to and from the resort will be arranged by Sandals.  Climb aboard your bus and enjoy your included roundtrip airport transfer from Montego Bay International Airport to Sandals Whitehouse. The journey takes a little over one hour, so sit back and enjoy the magnificent scenery along the way.

ISLAND INFORMATION

From the moment you arrive, you’ll find yourself immersed in the untouched beauty and warm hospitality of Jamaica's stunning south coast.  Nestled within an uninhabited 500-acre nature reserve, Sandals Whitehouse is a tranquil haven located within reach of some of the island's most spectacular sights. This is the real Jamaica — with endless sugar cane fields and cascading waterfalls.

HOTEL INFORMATION

Discover the undiscovered. Journey to a forgotten Jamaica where the natural beauty is simply unforgettable. Within a 500-acre wilderness preserve, blue mountains, lush palm groves, pristine coastlines and shimmering turquoise waters create an unbelievable backdrop for a monumental resort. Sandals Whitehouse Europe Village & Spa perfectly blends the exotic allure of the Caribbean with the refined elegance of Europe.

 

Charming Italian piazzas and fountains are surrounded by gardens resplendent with fragrant foliage, while three European-inspired villages – Italian, French and Dutch – are home to luxuriously-appointed, all oceanfront rooms and suites.

 

Each one offers magnificent views overlooking the two-mile long beach, and top tier suites come with Sandals’ legendary Butler Service. Seven restaurants serve mouthwatering gourmet cuisine from around the world, and entertainment ranges from a sophisticated piano bar to bonfire beach parties and a chic nightclub.

 

This resort is truly a world unto itself, where time is all but forgotten and the only moment is now.

KEY POINTS

• The resort is spread over 50 acres. A tranquil tropical paradise, which sits along side a two mile beach.
• All of the rooms and suites are oceanfront
• Three distinctive architectural features. Including authentic Italian, Dutch and French villages
• 360 Oceanview rooms and suites in 15 categories.
• 7 Restaurants and 6 Bars ore on this property.
• Full Room Service to 32 One Bedroom Butler-Serviced Suites
• A beautiful Red Lane ® Signature Spa is located at this resort (spa services are at an additional cost)
• Over 14,000 square feet of meeting and convention space, including a 3- level Theatre.

MISCELLANEOUS FACTS

Visa & Passport Requirements
All travelers will require a valid passport. Please check for any other necessary visa or documentation requirements.

Average Temperatures
Caribbean temperatures are warm year-round. Daytime average: 82°F, 28°C. Nighttime average: 72°F, 22°C.

Dress Code
Resort casual by day, resort elegant by night. So while the sun is up, your shorts, tank tops, swim suits, short-sleeved shirts, sundresses and light slacks are the perfect attire. As the sun sets and you set out to enjoy the evening, proper attire is required (although elegant dress shorts are permitted in some restaurants).

Safe Deposit Boxes
Safe deposit boxes are included in every room. Guests with jewelry and/or cash are advised to store all valuables in safe deposit boxes as Sandals cannot be held responsible

WI-FI Coverage and Internet Access
Most public areas of this hotel, and all of the rooms, have Wi-Fi coverage for your convenience. Instant access to the Internet may be obtained by simply connecting to the network and charging the service to your room.

Departure Lounge
If your plane leaves in the afternoon or is delayed, you're welcome to enjoy the departure lounge at Sandals Whitehouse. There are comfortable couches, a large-screen TV, and changing facilities with showers, so you can thoroughly enjoy your last day in paradise.

Scuba Diving
Top-of-the-line equipment for scuba diving is included; however, you're welcome to bring your own. You must remember your diver certification cards to enjoy full diving privileges. If you have any contra-indications to diving you must have a doctor complete and sign the physician section on the medical questionnaire form before you will be allowed to dive at any of our resorts.

Tips and Gratuities
Tips and gratuities are strictly prohibited for all staff except personal butlers. In the event you wish to tip your butler, it will be greatly appreciated but under no circumstance will a tip be required or solicited.

Martha Stewart Weddings

As the leader in destination weddings, Sandals ensures your wedding will be as special as your love for each other. Now, in an industry first, Sandals has paired with Martha Stewart Weddings to offer six signature wedding themes with true star power. Stay 6 nights or longer in Concierge category or higher and the Beautiful Beginnings wedding theme is Free!*

* At Sandals Emerald Bay only available from September - January; $350 from February - August. There is an Additional $600 charge for twilight weddings at any resort.

Click this link to see more photos and information about this resort: http://www.sandals.com/main/whitehouse/wh-home.cfm