A Vacation for All Ages at Half Moon in Jamaica

Categories: Caribbean, Jamaica

Jul 29th

For more than 50 years, Half Moon has set the standard for Caribbean vacations. Half Moon is located on a 400-acre resort and said to be one of the most highly regarded Caribbean getaways due to its old-world charm, luxurious accommodations, warm Jamaican hospitality and stunning setting in Montego Bay’s Rose Hall enclave. The resort offers all kinds of services and activities that will entertain guests of all ages, such as; the new 68,000-square-foot indoor/outdoor spa oasis which has a blend of modern spa techniques with Jamaica’s ancient healing remedies. For a private, yet relaxing, guest can take advantage of an in-room spa treatment in their own studio, or escape to the comfortable spa gardens.

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The resort offers elegant guest rooms, suites and extravagant villas, or one of the resort’s five, six and seven bedroom Royal Villas, perfect for families and groups. It’s like taking a little bit of home and adding the personalized service of an exclusive resort. Each villa includes a cook, housekeeper and butler. The guests have access to all resort facilities and each villa has its own private swimming pool where the guests can relax and enjoy.

Half Moon also includes 13 tennis and four squash courts, 51 swimming pools, a Dolphin Lagoon, a croquet lawn, a putting green, and jogging and cycling trails, as well as basketball and volleyball courts. The property offers golf at the Robert Trent Jones, riding at the world-class equestrian center, gourmet dinning and duty-free shopping.

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Half Moon gives children ages 3-12 the opportunity to learn about Jamaica in a safe, fun and exciting environment. Activities include treasure hunts, Jamaican craft-making, cultural dance lessons, puppet shows, snorkeling and all kinds of sports.

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The Aqua Cancun: A Unique Sanctuary

Categories: Mexico, Cancun

Jul 22nd

The Aqua Cancun Mexico is a unique sanctuary for rest and relaxation. Each of the Aqua Cancun hotels 371 rooms offers an innovative and playful space. Each room has a private balcony, flat screen LCD television, Bose home theater, high speed internet access, DVD/CD/MP3 players, cordless phone with voicemail, mini bar, Molton Brown amenities, aromatherapy kit, and a jetted tub. The Aqua Spa Cancun philosophy: “Your gate to the sublime, the surreal, the sensuous. Discover the spirit and stretch your imagination as your Soul encounters timelessness, dreamlike consciousness and infinite tranquility. Indulge in our sensory ceremonies and rituals which combine a synergy of therapies to revitalize your Soul.” An ideal setting that provides an escape from every day life. World re nowned chef Martha Ortiz combines flavors, colors, and scents of the real MB restaurant. Azul restaurant serves Mediterranean dishes with Asian accents that delight the senses. The Aqua Cancun experience is all about sensuality. With an exclusive atmosphere of bold colors and industrial design Aqua Cancun creates an unforgettable sensory experience.

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No Passport Required For U.S. Virgin Island

Categories: Caribbean, St. Thomas

Jul 22nd

The State Department is making travel easier for U.S. citizens since more rigid travel requirements have come into effect with the Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative.  The State Department has begun to produce new passport cards, keep in mind, travelers do not need passports of any kind to travel to the U.S. Virgin Islands.   The new passport cards are an alternative to the traditional passport books.  U.S. citizens do not need a passport when visiting St. Croix, St. John and St. Thomas from Puerto Rico and the mainland U.S.


 

The Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative passed by U.S. Congress requires that travelers, including U.S. citizens who travel via air to and from the Americas, the Caribbean and Bermuda must travel with a passport in order to enter or re-enter the United States.  

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Sandos Playacar Beach Resort & Spa

Categories: Mexico, Riviera Maya

Jul 18th

Sandos Hotel & Resorts has expanded on the Riviera Maya, Mexico located on a wide sandy beach.  Sandos Playacar Riviera Hotel & Spa, which is connected to Sandos Playacar Beach Resort & Spa, consists of 400 junior and master luxury suites overlooking the 18-hole Playacar Golf Course.  Sandos Playacar Riviera and Playacar Beach Resort & Spa share a new Sandos Spa where guest can simply unwind and relax. 

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For guests who looking for family savings, Sandos Hotels & Resorts is the place for large families and kid-friendly tropical vacation; designed to comfortably accommodate two adults and three children.  Sandos Hotels & Resorts is known to be ‘family-friendly’ and providing increased savings for those traveling with children.  One child under the age of 12 stays, eats and plays free and a second and third child (under the age of 12) receives and 50 percent discount.

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 Couples who book a vacation at Sandos Playacar Riviera Hotel & Spa can indulge in a free Romantic Package offered in all room categories.  Available year-round, the package includes bathrobes and slippers; welcome fruit baskets and wine; in-room romantic roast each evening; nightly turndown service with rose pedals; romantic dinner for two; aromatherapy gift set; 15 percent spa discount; 10 percent discount on motorized sports; and framed photo. These are subject to availability. 

 

 

 

 

 

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