Sorrel River Ranch Resort & Spa
www.sorrelriver.com

Sorrel River Ranch Resort & Spa is a year-round Small Luxury Hotel® tucked away on 160-acres of sprawling green pastures near Moab, Utah. With the Colorado River, towering red rock cliffs, mountain buttes and dramatic mesas, this ranch resort is a playground for adventure enthusiasts seeking to revel in the area’s myriad active adventures, but also for families and corporate groups alike. The 55 cabin-style guest suites are pet-friendly and outfitted with authentic Southwestern décor, hardwood floors, kitchenettes, and views of the Colorado River or the La Sal Mountain Range. The Resort’s River Grill Restaurant offers Classic American farm-to-table fare, including the Cherry-Pasilla Rubbed Buffalo Filet, using ranch-grown produce from the Natural Garden and Greenhouse. The Spa at Sorrel River Ranch comes complete with locally-inspired revitalizing treatments including the Bourbon Cowboy and Toning Cactus Wrap, and relaxing yoga classes. 14,000 square-feet of functional space indoors and out, as well as experienced staff and professional catering welcomes groups for weddings, retreats, and meetings.

Rebranded in March 2012, Westin Lake Las Vegas Resort & Spa in Henderson, Nevada, welcomes travelers to “The Other Vegas”^SM with breathtaking lake and mountain views, a wide array of activities and easy proximity to the heart of the strip. The desert retreat features 493 rooms and suites, each outfitted with the Westin Heavenly^® Bed, world-class resort amenities including two pools, a white sand beach, cabanas, and a choice of water activities. Guests enjoy a range of dining options onsite, including stylish Asian cuisine at Marssa, led by Master Sushi Chef Osamu Fujita; Continental fare in a relaxed atmosphere at Rick’s Café; selection of gourmet beverages, healthy meals and indulgent snacks at Marrakesh Express; and casual cocktails at Arabesque Lounge. Spa Moulay offers an extensive menu of treatments and services in a gorgeous space. The resort also has more than 94,000 square feet of meeting and event space, including the Casablanca Ballroom with capacity for up to 2,100 guests. For more information, please visit www.westinlakelasvegas.com

The Westin Casuarina Resort & Spa, Grand Cayman Nestled among tropical palm and casuarina trees, the AAA Four Diamond Westin Casuarina Resort & Spa is situated on 700 feet of the most pristine white sand of Seven Mile Beach. The resort features the island’s largest fresh water swimming pool with a swim-up bar, full-service Hibiscus Spa, supervised kids’ club, full range of water sports, and more than 69,000-square-feet of indoor and outdoor space for weddings, corporate incentive programs and other memorable occasions. Dining venues include the intimate Casa Havana, an AAA Four Diamond restaurant renowned for its contemporary island cuisine with Cuban, South American and Caribbean influences; Ferdinand’s Caribbean Café for traditional and inventive Caribbean dishes; Tortugas for lighter fare poolside; Cafe Soleil with delicious coffees, ice cream and snacks; and 24-hour in-room dining. The local area offers activities for guests of all ages – from shopping and golf to hiking, catamaran cruises and the Cayman Turtle Farm.

Website: www.westingrandcayman.com
Address: Seven Mile Beach, P.O. Box 30620, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands
Phone: (345) 945 3800
Fax: (345) 949 5825
Email: reservations@westin-cayman.com

The Inn at Lost Creek is an intimate Rocky Mountain address situated at the best ski-in/ski-out location in Telluride, Colorado.  Managed by Manhattan Hospitality Advisors, Inc., the inn has just 32 suites arrayed with the comforts of an upscale home including in-suite fireplace, kitchen, balcony, jet tub and more. 9545 Restaurant serves creative bistro-style fare with a Southwestern edge fashioned from primarily local products. Spa services are also onsite, with two rooftop hot tubs burbling relentlessly for relaxation on high.

Hotel Madeline is a refined boutique address located in the heart of Telluride, Colorado. Managed by Manhattan Hospitality Advisors, Inc., the hotel has 84 guest rooms and 11 suites, each styled with distinctive local feel, white-glove service and high-tech creature comforts. Newly conceived M’s Restaurant is an inviting brasserie-style dining room serving “Farm-to-Table Colorado Rocky Mountain Cuisine” created primarily from local and regional ingredients. Bar M is a relaxed Rocky Mountain gastropub serving similarly styled cuisine from Linzinmeir in raw bar, small- and large-plate formats. Named for the pretty paired flower that grows in Colorado and Sweden, Spa Linnea offers transformational treatments focused on healing and rejuvenation from the effects of high-altitude. Hotel Madeline is also well set for intimate weddings and small-scale meetings, with 3,000 square feet of function space and the beauty of the mountains all around.

The Small Luxury Hotels of the World™ (SLH) brand is an unrivalled portfolio of some of the world’s finest small independent hotels. Comprising over 520 hotels in more than 70 countries, the diversity of the individual hotels, and the experiences that they offer, is exceptional. From cutting-edge design hotels to palatial 17th century mansions, city center sanctuaries to remote private islands, historic country houses to idyllic resorts, Small Luxury Hotels of the World offers only the very best. The Club of Small Luxury Hotels of the World is free to join and offers instant benefits from a guest’s very first stay.
Reservations: 1-800-608-0273
www.slh.com

With elegance in a class by itself, Delamar Greenwich Harbor is a stunning jewel along the waterfront of Greenwich, Connecticut. A member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World, the property boasts 82 deluxe guests rooms and suites all designed to evoke an ambiance of old world charm, bespoke services and modern technology, and many with stunning views and spacious balconies overlooking Greenwich Harbor. On the dining front, L’Escale restaurant and bar entices with Executive Chef Kwaku-Dongo’s inventive Provencal menu employing seafood, fresh herbs and distinctive Mediterranean flavors to transport patrons to the Cote d’Azur. The hotel spa is a tranquil space to relax and indulge the talents of leading therapists practiced at the art of soothing away stresses. The hotel’s private pier runs 500 feet into Greenwich Harbor, offering private vessel dockage, yacht charters for guests and other nautical activities. Delamar Greenwich Harbor is smartly set with meeting facilities counting a sizable event room with space for 200 and a boardroom that can accommodate 16.

www.delamargreenwich.com

Delamar Southport is an intimate, boutique hotel that lavishes guests with classic New England hospitality along the tree-lined roads of historic Southport, Connecticut. Located just minutes from the harbor, and an hour from midtown Manhattan, the elegance begins steps into the lobby, which is decked with custom furnishings, antique marble floors, museum-quality artwork and a French limestone hearth. Each of 44 spacious guest rooms and suites are individually styled with handcrafted furnishings, and cutting-edge guest technologies. At newly launched restaurant Artisan, Chef/Partner Frederic Kiefer’s farm-to-table menu is created from sustainable ingredients to be enjoyed in the tavern, the dining room, or on the garden patio. The hotel’s Spa Suite is one-of-a-kind, with a private treatment room for two, steam shower and living room with fireplace, as well as access to the fitness facility across the hall. Delamar Southport also has handsome meeting and event facilities ranging from a party terrace to an interior conference space with 75-person capacity.

www.delamarsouthport.com

Gstaad Palace with its unrivalled reputation for refined hospitality is a favorite address for international travelers. Located in the charming chalet village of Saanenland in the Bernese Alps, the glamorous and historic resort has been a significant presence since opening in 1913. One of the last family-owned Palaces is comprised of 104 guest rooms with 26 suites including two Tower Suites and a Penthouse Suite.  The hotel also offers access to its rustic and charming Walig Hut, one of the few extant dating from the late 1700s, with a beautiful mountainside location and breathtaking views of the village below. Five restaurants provide Swiss and Italian specialties and international gourmet cuisine, with white glove service, charmed casual settings, and the energetic retro-vibe of the illustrious nightclub GreenGlo. The Palace Spa features eight treatment rooms, a unique Hammam experience, indoor and outdoor pool, fitness center and more. A ballroom and meeting rooms are ideal for groups and social events. The resort also offers four clay tennis courts and can arrange for guests to experience the myriad seasonal activities nearby.

Alps  Palacestrasse, 3780 Gstaad, Switzerland
T: 033 748 50 00
www.palace.ch

Completing a $65 million transformation in 2012, Hyatt Regency Atlanta has been a city landmark since its inception in 1967. Located in the heart of downtown Atlanta on the famed Peachtree Street, Hyatt Regency Atlanta serves as a gathering place for travelers, business groups and associations from around the world. The 1,260-room hotel was designed by renowned architect John Portman and is the first atrium hotel in the world and is one of the nation’s premier convention and tradeshow facilities with 180,000 square feet of ballroom, exhibit, and meeting and hospitality space.

265 Peachtree St NE
Atlanta, Georgia 30303
T: (404) 577-1234
www.hyattregencyatlanta.com

Contact:  Emily Easter
Hawkins International PR
(212) 255-6541
Emily@hawkpr.com

Chebeague Island Inn Launches Recycling Program; Proceeds to Support Local Island Organization

Facebook Poll will Allow Fans to Choose Island Benefactor

September 2011 (Chebeague Island, Maine) – Chebeague Island Inn has initiated a recycling program to collect redeemable bottles and cans at the 21-room Inn and donate the yearly proceeds to a local yet-to-be-named island organization.

The Inn has joined forces with CLYNK, the bottle return organization which provides special bags for collecting and redeeming recyclables.  At the end of the Inn’s season, all proceeds deposited to the Inn’s CLYNK account from the redemption of bottles and cans collected on site will be donated to a Chebeague Island organization.

“Being on an island inherently makes waste removal more challenging, but CLYNK and Casco Bay Lines, who provides free transportation of recyclables to the mainland, make it easy for island living to be more sustainable,” said General Manager Casey Prentice.  “We anticipate that at the end of the season, we’ll be donating around $3,000 to $4,000 to a local island organization.”

The organization benefiting from the Inn’s donation will be decided via a Facebook poll on the Inn’s page at www.facebook.com/chebeagueislandinn, scheduled to launch September 26, 2011.  Fans of the Inn can vote for one of three finalists, and at the close of the poll on October 16, 2011 (when the Inn closes for the season), the organization with the most votes will receive the proceeds from the Inn’s recycling initiative.

The organizations include:

• Island Commons – A free assisted living center for island residents.
• Chebeague Island Recreation Center – Provides recreational facilities on the island including exercise equipment, sports leagues, a pool, basketball courts, tennis courts, summer camps, etc.
• Chebeague Island Day Care – Newly opened in 2010, this program provides free daycare to island residents to help encourage young families to reside on the island year-round.

For more information or reservations, please contact (207) 766-5850 or visit www.chebeagueislandinn.com.

About Chebeague Island Inn:
An icon of classic Maine hospitality, Chebeague Island Inn has welcomed generations of vacationers to the coastal beauty of Casco Bay since the 1880s. Restored and re-launched in 2010 by family-owned hospitality company Prentice Hospitality Group, the Greek revival-style Inn has 21 guest rooms, each individually designed with furnishings by local artists and artisans. Chebeague Island Inn provides the highest quality culinary experience with a creative, thoughtful and responsible approach by preparing menus featuring authentic flavors from locally produced ingredients and Atlantic catch. There are ample activities for guests to enjoy, including tennis, swimming, biking or boating from the Inn’s private moorings.  For more information and to make reservations, visit www.chebeagueislandinn.com.

Contact:  Emily Easter
Hawkins International PR
(212) 255-6541
Emily@hawkpr.com

Savor the Taste of Summer on the Coast of Maine with new Culinary Experiences from Chebeague Island Inn

August 2011 (Chebeague Island, Maine) – With the summer travel season now in full swing, Chebeague Island Inn in Casco Bay, Maine, has cooked up two NEW culinary experiences for savoring local cuisine straight from the farm and the kitchen of Head Chef Justin Rowe. The Farm to Table and Epicurean Delight packages combine farm-fresh produce and wine, a dash of coastal culture, and even a bit of island hopping for satisfying dining getaways amid the beauty of Casco Bay.

Newly restored to its original 1920’s-era splendor, Chebeague Island Inn has become a dining destination thanks to the culinary creativity of Chef Rowe, who does double duty in the kitchen at nearby Diamond’s Edge Restaurant & Marina, located on Great Diamond Island. A local talent, Rowe was trained in classic French cuisine and has spent his entire career in Maine, including at award-winning restaurants in Portland and beyond.

Get a taste of Chef Rowe’s artistry with two new “foodie” travel opportunities at Chebeague Island Inn, including:

Farm to Table Package:

• Two nights luxury lodging in a double guest room at Chebeague Island Inn
• Guided tour of Second Wind Farm, the island farm supplying selected produce to the Inn
• Box lunch and bottle of Oyster River Wine, The Villager Seyval Blanc, ME N.V.
• Three-course dinner for two at Chebeague Island Inn, featuring produce from Second Wind Farm
• Gourmet breakfast daily
• Afternoon tea with house-made pastries daily

The Farm to Table package starts at $414 per night, based on double occupancy with a two night minimum.

Epicurean Delight Package:

• Two nights luxury lodging in a double guest room at Chebeague Island Inn
• Grand five-course “chef’s tasting menu” for two with Sommelier-selected wine pairings at Chebeague Island Inn
• Cocktail cruise with bottle of Veuve Cliquot Brut on the way to Great Diamond Island
• Four-course dinner for two at Diamond’s Edge Restaurant & Marina
• Return transportation to Chebeague Island Inn following dinner at Diamond’s Edge
• Gourmet breakfast daily
• Afternoon tea with house-made pastries daily

The Epicurean Delight package starts at $597 per night, based on double occupancy with a two night minimum.

At Chebeague Island Inn and Diamond’s Edge Restaurant & Marina, Chef Rowe has recaptured the “glory days” of fine dining in southern Maine, crafting original and traditional recipes from the freshest local fare with a priority on supporting area farmers and fishermen through the short harvest season.

For more information or reservations, please contact (207) 766-5850 or visit www.chebeagueislandinn.com

About Chebeague Island Inn:
An icon of classic Maine hospitality, Chebeague Island Inn has welcomed generations of vacationers to the coastal beauty of Casco Bay since the 1880s. Restored and re-launched in 2010 by family-owned hospitality company Prentice Hospitality Group, the Greek revival-style Inn has 21 guest rooms, each individually designed with furnishings by local artists and artisans. Chebeague Island Inn provides the highest quality culinary experience with a creative, thoughtful and responsible approach by preparing menus featuring authentic flavors from locally produced ingredients and Atlantic catch. There are ample activities for guests to enjoy, including tennis, swimming, biking or boating from the Inn’s private moorings.  For more information and to make reservations, visit www.chebeagueislandinn.com.

Contact:  Michelle Munick
Hawkins International
(212) 255-6541
Michelle@hawkpr.com

Summer Clambakes add Sizzle to the Season at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa

Recently renovated hotel hosts traditional New England-style feasts

July 7, 2011 (Newport, RI) – Nobody cooks up summer seafood like New Englanders, and Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa is putting its own special spin on a regional tradition with a new monthly series of waterfront Summer Clambakes overlooking the historic Point section of Newport.

The Summer Clambakes offer something for every palate. Guests are invited to tuck in their bibs and savor Aquidneck Clam Chowder, followed by a “Raw Bar” of freshly shucked oysters, chilled poached shrimp and homemade cocktail sauce. Then they’ll move on to enjoy chilled Maine Yukon Gold potato-leek soup, pasta, grilled asparagus, buttermilk cornbread, fruit and more. The “PIT” offers whole local lobsters, sizzling steamers, sweet corn on the cob and red bliss potatoes.  Plates can be piled high with barbequed chicken, swordfish, beef tenderloin and linguica sausage. The little ones can have their pick off the Kids Menu, and are encouraged to save room for the “Sweets Station” and “Cupcake Bar,” featuring everything from warm peach crumble to sweet vanilla ice cream.

Post-dinner, guests can sip their favorite libation overlooking Newport Harbor at Pineapples on the Bay, the hotel’s recently renovated bar and restaurant that was a highlight of this summer’s $750,000 phase two renovations.  New signature cocktails are available at an additional cost and include creations such as the Narragansett Pirate, featuring Newport’s own Thomas Tew Rum, Malibu Coconut, banana liqueur, pineapple juice, OJ and a splash of cranberry juice.

Clambakes are open to the public and offered once a month throughout the season on Thursday, July 14, August 11, and September 1, at the Windward Restaurant Dock.

Cocktail hour begins at 6pm; dinner begins at 6:30pm with award-winning clam chowder, followed by clambake unveiling at 6:45pm; grand dinner buffet from 7 – 9pm. The cost is $85 per person (based on one lobster per person; additional lobsters are extra); $35 per person ages 5-12 with lobster; $19 per person ages 5-12 without lobster.

For reservations or more information, please contact Hyatt Regency Newport’s restaurant team at 401.851.3325, or visit www.goatislanddining.com or www.newport.hyatt.com.

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About Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa
Located on Goat Island in Newport Harbor of Narragansett Bay, Hyatt Regency Newport is just minutes from the Gilded Age mansions, Cliff Walk National Recreation Trail and absorbing history of Newport, Rhode Island. The hotel’s 257 guestrooms, many with spectacular water views, are appointed with elegant interiors and décor. The renovated, full-service Stillwater Spa offers myriad treatments with marine-based products, while the adjacent fitness center features an indoor pool. Guests can drive from the hotel’s two-story parking garage over Goat Island bridge or reach downtown Newport aboard the electric “Plug ‘N Play” boat launch – a scenic and environmentally friendly service. The Windward Restaurant offers the finest in seaside dining; Pineapples On the Bay is a casual waterside restaurant; and Five33 Lounge serves creative cocktails and light fare before great views of Newport Bridge and Narragansett Bay. The hotel is also a splendid destination for meetings and special events, with 25,000 square feet of renovated indoor space and 50,000 square feet of outdoor space.  www.newport.hyatt.com

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“Pink Martini Night” at Hyatt Regency Newport’s Stillwater Spa Will Honor the Fight Against Breast Cancer

$20 donation to Gloria Gemma Breast Cancer Resource Foundation colors cocktail hour for the cure, with spa treatments, silent auctions & more

Newport, RI (September 15, 2011) – Local residents and guests can join the fight against breast cancer at “Stillwater Spa’s Pink Martini Night Presents The Bridges to Flames of Hope” event at Hyatt Regency Newport on Friday, October 7, 2011 from 5:30 – 8:30pm.  The upbeat evening will raise funds and awareness for the ongoing effort to find a cure for one of the most significant women’s health issues. All proceeds from the event will go to the hotel’s partner, the Gloria Gemma Breast Cancer Resource Foundation in Pawtucket, to support efforts for breast cancer education.

Scheduled during National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the hotel’s third annual Pink Martini Night will celebrate the focused resolve of all who have been affected by breast cancer and the passion with which the cure is being sought.  The hotel will be lit in pink lights, and for a $20 donation at the door, attendees will enjoy:

• Signature Pink Martini (a delicious blend of strawberry vodka, cream de cocoa, strawberry puree, Coco Lopez & Bailey’s® Irish Cream)
• Alex & Ani “Bangle Bar” with bracelets and charms for purchase to benefit the Gloria Gemma Foundation
• Beauty Bar with Youngblood Cosmetics touchups, Pink Feather hair clips, Twinkle of an Eye Applications with Primavera products and more
• Complimentary bra fitting station by Uplifting Makeover LLC (Reservations are recommended; please call the Stillwater Spa at 401-851-3225)
• Silent auction featuring complimentary stays at local restaurants, other Hyatt hotels in the U.S. and more
• Complimentary hand and chair massages and mini treatments by Stillwater Spa
• Breast Cancer Education Station
• Spa sample amenity bag
• Live music, food and beverages
• Complimentary valet parking at the hotel

The special evening will also feature:

• Boob Project Art Installation, courtesy of the Gloria Gemma Foundation: This installation by artist Jill Buffington will introduce patients and survivors to a multifaceted project celebrating art and breast cancer awareness.  The exhibit focuses on the various degrees of breast surgeries and the choices of each portrait’s subject. It celebrates each individual’s personal decision for addressing his or her illness, through the impressions of one’s chest on a canvas. Each piece is unique to its subject and tells a compelling story without words.
• Stitches of Hope: This will feature the unveiling of a unique 150-foot pink scarf knitted by volunteers from the local Horizon Bay Retirement Living facility, with hotel staff and guests joining the effort. Following Pink Martini Night, the long scarf will be disassembled into shorter scarves and donated to a local oncology center to keep cancer patients warm during their treatments.

For reservations or information on Pink Martini Night, please contact Hyatt Regency Newport at (401) 851-1234, or visit www.newport.hyatt.com.

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About Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa
Located on Goat Island in Newport Harbor of Narragansett Bay, Hyatt Regency Newport is just minutes from the Gilded Age mansions, Cliff Walk National Recreation Trail and absorbing history of Newport, Rhode Island. The hotel’s 257 guestrooms, many with spectacular water views, are appointed with elegant interiors and décor. The renovated, full-service Stillwater Spa offers myriad treatments with marine-based products, while the adjacent fitness center features an indoor pool. Guests can drive from the hotel’s two-story parking garage over Goat Island bridge or reach downtown Newport aboard the electric “Plug ‘N Play” boat launch – a scenic and environmentally friendly service. The Windward Restaurant offers the finest in seaside dining; Pineapples On the Bay is a casual waterside restaurant; and Five33 Lounge serves creative cocktails and light fare before great views of Newport Bridge and Narragansett Bay. The hotel is also a splendid destination for meetings and special events, with 25,000 square feet of renovated indoor space and 50,000 square feet of outdoor space.  www.newport.hyatt.com

116-Day Voyage on Seabourn’s Newest Ship to Visit 51 Ports on Six Continents

SEATTLE, September XX, 2011—The new Seabourn Quest will embark on a 116-day World Cruise in 2013, visiting an array of exotic destinations in the South Pacific, Australia, Indonesia and Southeast Asia, India, Arabia and the Mediterranean.  The ship will depart Ft. Lauderdale, Fla., on January 6, 2013, and traverse the globe westbound, arriving in Venice, Italy on May 3, 2013.

“Seabourn Quest’s 2013 World Cruise is an extraordinary journey, offering guests a unique opportunity to become well-traveled in a single voyage,” said John Delaney, Seabourn’s senior vice president of marketing & sales.  “This voyage will bring together adventurous travelers, inviting them to gather a lifetime of memories and shared experiences they will cherish forever.”

Seabourn Quest’s 2013 World Cruise will call at 51 ports in 27 countries on six continents, featuring a combination of visits to world famous marquee ports and hidden gems, as well as overnight stays in some of the world’s greatest cities.  The itinerary also includes a number of destinations that are either maiden calls or ports that the line has not visited in years, such as Lautoka, Viti Levu, Fiji; Kuto, Ile des Pins and Nouméa, Grande Terre in New Caledonia and Townsville, Queensland, Australia.

Fares for the full 116-day voyage include a value-packed menu of complimentary benefits and amenities, including:

•    A pre-cruise Gala Bon Voyage event and luxury overnight stay in Ft. Lauderdale
•    Special shoreside events and exclusive complimentary shore excursions
•    Personal Valet luggage shipping service of up to 150 pounds
•    Shipboard credits of $2,500 per guest
•    Private car transfers, including door-to-door from the guests’ homes
•    Complimentary round-trip business class air or $2,500 air credit
•    Onboard gala celebrations
•    A variety of special gifts.

Rates for the full 116-day world cruise begin at $49,640 per person, based on double occupancy.  For guests who cannot sail on the entire 116-day voyage, shorter segments ranging from 21 to 90 days are also available, with rates starting at $11,350 per person, based on double occupancy, that also include certain complimentary amenities.

In addition to the 2013 World Cruise, Seabourn Quest will also set sail on its 109-day Maiden World Cruise, departing January 5, 2012, from Ft. Lauderdale to Venice on a unique eastbound course via South America, South Africa, the Indian Ocean, Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and the Mediterranean. Rates for the full 2012 World Cruise, which also include complimentary World Cruise amenities, start at $43,080 per person, based on double occupancy. Shorter segments are also available.

Introduced on June 20, 2011, Seabourn Quest is the third iteration of the sleek and widely admired design that first appeared as Seabourn Odyssey in June 2009, and has been hailed as “a game-changer for the luxury segment.”

Seabourn Quest’s 225 luxurious and spacious suites, 90 percent of which offer private verandas, feature separate living areas and bedrooms, writing desks with personalized stationery, and generously sized granite bathrooms with separate bath and shower and twin sinks. Suites are outfitted with walk-in closets, an interactive flat-screen TV with a wide selection of music and movies, and iPod and MP3 connections. Personal bars and refrigerators are stocked according to guest preferences.

For foodies everywhere, Seabourn Quest offers gourmet dining experiences in four dining venues that rival the finest restaurants anywhere, all at no extra charge.  All dining venues, as well as six bars and lounges, serve a full range of beverages, including Champagne, fine wines and spirits, with Seabourn’s compliments.  Like its sister ships, Seabourn Quest also houses an 11,400-square foot Spa at Seabourn, the largest spa on any luxury vessel, providing the ultimate pampering experience at sea.

Seabourn Quest offers a host of other amenities and features, including two swimming pools, six whirlpools, and a unique marina with a variety of watersport activities.  One of the most popular spots is Seabourn Square, an innovative concierge lounge with a “club room” ambiance, making guests feel at home during their cruises.

For more information or reservations about both the 2012 and 2013 World Cruises, contact a travel agent, call Seabourn at 1-800-929-9391 or visit www.seabourn.com.

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Notes to Editors:
Seabourn is consistently ranked among the world’s top travel choices by professional critics and the discerning readers of prestigious travel publications such as Departures, Travel + Leisure and Condé Nast Traveler.  Its stylish, distinctive cruising vacations are renowned for:

•    Six intimate ships with just 104 or 225 suites
•    Unique itineraries visiting must-see cities and hidden gems where larger ships cannot follow
•    Intuitive, gracious service provided by a staff passionate about pleasing our guests
•    Spacious all-suite accommodations with sweeping ocean views – many with verandas
•    Gourmet dining experiences as fine as the best restaurants anywhere
•    Open bars throughout the ship and fine wines poured with lunch and dinner

Seabourn is a proud member of World’s Leading Cruise Lines. The exclusive alliance also includes Carnival Cruise Lines, Holland America Line, Princess Cruises, Cunard Line and Costa Cruises. Seabourn is a brand of Carnival Corporation and plc (NYSE/LSE: CCL and NYSE: CUK), and supports the Ocean Conservation & Tourism Alliance, dedicated to education and promotion of best practices for protecting the marine environment.

Condé Nast Traveler Readers Again Name Seabourn ‘Best Small-Ship Cruise Line’

Luxury Cruise Line Earns Second Consecutive Title

SEATTLE, October 12, 2011—For the second year in a row, Seabourn has been named the “Best Small-Ship Cruise Line” by readers of Condé Nast Traveler in the magazine’s 24th annual Readers’ Choice Awards.  This is the third time in four years that the magazine’s well-traveled readers have recognized Seabourn as the best.

The honor is a testament to the line’s consistent ability to deliver exceptional vacations and outstanding service that attract and delight sophisticated, affluent travelers.  It is only the latest of many accolades the line has garnered over the years.  Most recently, Seabourn won its third consecutive “World’s Best Small-Ship Cruise Line” from readers of Travel + Leisure magazine. In addition, the line has been included on Condé Nast Traveler’s prestigious “Gold List” of top travel choices for 17 consecutive years from 1994, when the list first appeared, through 2011.

“Condé Nast Traveler readers are very discerning and experienced, and we’re exceptionally pleased that they named us the best once again,” said Seabourn President Richard Meadows.  “We’re gratified that the readers have again rewarded our dedicated and hard-working employees.  This award is for the entire team at Seabourn, all of whom strive every day to provide our guests with the very finest travel experiences at sea.”

In 2011, Seabourn completed a three-ship expansion, adding new ships that drew rave reviews and acclaim as “game-changers” for the luxury cruise segment.  The expansion included the launch of Seabourn Odyssey in June 2009, Seabourn Sojourn in June 2010, and the new Seabourn Quest, just launched June 2011.  Each ship carries 450 guests, providing the highest ratio of space per guest in the industry and unmatched levels of personalized service from nearly one staff member per guest. Seabourn’s fleet includes the line’s original trio of 208-guest ships: Seabourn Pride, Seabourn Spirit and Seabourn Legend.

All six ships offer key elements that set Seabourn apart: spacious, thoughtfully appointed suites, many with verandas; superb dining in a choice of venues; open bars throughout the ship; fine wines poured at lunch and dinner; the aforementioned award-winning service and a relaxed, sociable atmosphere that makes guests feel right at home on board.

Seabourn’s ships travel the globe throughout the year, sailing to many of the world’s most desirable destinations. Cruises of seven days to World Cruises of more than 100 days visit hundreds of ports, including marquee cities and lesser-known ports and hideaways.
For more information, contact a travel professional, call Seabourn at 1-800-929-9391 or visit www.seabourn.com .

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Notes to Editors:
Seabourn is consistently ranked among the world’s top travel choices by professional critics and the discerning readers of prestigious travel publications such as Departures, Travel + Leisure and Condé Nast Traveler.  Its stylish, distinctive cruising vacations are renowned for:

•    Six intimate ships with just 104 or 225 suites
•    Unique itineraries visiting must-see cities and hidden gems where larger ships cannot follow
•    Intuitive, gracious service provided by a staff passionate about pleasing our guests
•    Spacious all-suite accommodations with sweeping ocean views – many with verandas
•    Gourmet dining experiences as fine as the best restaurants anywhere
•    Open bars throughout the ship and fine wines poured with lunch and dinner

Seabourn is a proud member of World’s Leading Cruise Lines. The exclusive alliance also includes Carnival Cruise Lines, Holland America Line, Princess Cruises, Cunard Line and Costa Cruises. Seabourn is a brand of Carnival Corporation and plc (NYSE/LSE: CCL and NYSE: CUK), and supports the Ocean Conservation & Tourism Alliance, dedicated to education and promotion of best practices for protecting the marine environment.

New Limited Edition Fashion Prize Cocktail Menu
Toasts the 2011 Dorchester Collection Fashion Prize Shortlist

 (New York) – The new special fashion season cocktail menu celebrates the five gifted designers who have been shortlisted for the 2011 Dorchester Collection Fashion Prize. The cocktail menu will be available during Europe’s upcoming fashion season, September 15 – October 5, 2011, exclusively at Dorchester Collection’s hotels in leading fashion capitals: 45 Park Lane and The Dorchester in London, Hotel Principe di Savoia in Milan and Le Meurice and Hôtel Plaza Athénée in Paris.

To create cocktails which exemplify the spirit of their work, the 2011 shortlist collaborated with celebrated Dorchester Collection bar managers. Thierry Hernandez of Hôtel Plaza Athénée mixed the “Anndra Neen Ruby,” a red mescal-based drink inspired by the Mexican heritage of Anndra Neen’s Phoebe and Annette Stephens. William Oliveri of Le Meurice conceived “Starry Sky,” a Bacardi rum-based cocktail, after viewing Setareh Mohtarez’s “Brightness Dawn” collection. Julian Louie and Giuliano Morandin of The Dorchester, enjoyed mixing “JL” with Belvedere Vodka and Canton Ginger Liqueur. “Quiet and calm yet strong and spicy,” says Siki Im, describing “Silent Thunderbird,” a heady concoction involving Maker’s Mark Bourbon and a shot of espresso, on which he collaborated with Stefano Cossio of 45 Park Lane. Sofia Sizzi of Giulietta and Daniele Confalonieri of Principe di Savoia in Milan created “Elisir di Giulietta,” a Santa Maria Novella elixir cocktail, inspired by Giulietta’s feminine and sophisticated style as well as her Florentine origin.

In launching its inaugural Fashion Prize in 2010, Dorchester Collection became the first luxury hotel group to bestow a fashion award. The judges of the 2011 Dorchester Collection Fashion Prize, taking place in New York over 2011, include Giovanna Battaglia, internationally acclaimed fashion editor; Derek Blasberg, editor and best-selling author; Thom Browne, award-winning menswear designer; Francisco Costa, women’s creative director of Calvin Klein Collection; Georgina Chapman and Keren Craig, co-founders of Marchesa; Shala Monroque, fashion and art consultant; Elizabeth Saltzman, Vanity Fair contributing editor; and Lauren Santo Domingo, Moda Operadi co-founder and creative director.  This autumn, they will award one gifted designer from the 2011 shortlist with US $40,000 to develop their brand, in addition to the rare opportunity to display their work during Paris Fashion Week in 2012 at Hôtel Plaza Athénée.

Dorchester Collection properties have long been a retreat for fashion icons. Hôtel Plaza Athénée, for example, inspired Christian Dior who set up his couture house nearby and named several designs after the hotel, including the “Plaza” and the “Athénée” suits. The Dorchester in London has attracted the likes of Lady Diana Cooper, Dame Elizabeth Taylor and Kate Moss. At Le Meurice, Coco Chanel hosted legendary dinner parties in the 1930s. At Hotel Principe di Savoia, Sofia Coppola filmed “Somewhere,” which received the Golden Lion for Best Film at the 67th Venice Film Festival in 2010. The film industry’s leading executives traditionally decamp to The Beverly Hills Hotel and Hotel Bel-Air (which reopens in October 2011), to prepare for the world’s most watched fashion show – the Academy Awards.

Please submit requests for more information or interviews with the designers to Corey Finjer of Hawkins International PR. Tel: (212) 255-6541; Corey@Hawkpr.com.

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Notes to the editor

Dorchester Collection
Dorchester Collection is a portfolio of the world’s foremost luxury hotels in Europe and the USA, each of which reflects the distinctive culture of its destination. By applying its unrivalled experience and capability in owning and operating some of the greatest individual hotels, the company’s mission is to develop an impeccable group of the finest landmark hotels through acquisition as well as management of wholly-owned and part-owned hotels, and to enter into management agreements.

The current portfolio includes the following hotels (in order of them joining the group):

The Dorchester, London
The Beverly Hills Hotel, Beverly Hills
Le Meurice, Paris
Hotel Plaza Athénée, Paris
Hotel Principe di Savoia, Milan
Hotel Bel-Air, Los Angeles (re-opening in October 2011)
Coworth Park, Ascot, UK
45 Park Lane, London
Le Richemond, Geneva

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Hotel Principe di Savoia in Milan Launches
“Principe Bar Fashion Gallery”

2011 Dorchester Collection Fashion Prize shortlisted designers to be focus of fashion season display and cocktail menu
from September 15 to October 5, 2011

September 2011 (Milan) – Hotel Principe di Savoia in Milan will soon debut “Principe Bar Fashion Gallery,” a limited-time display by each of the five shortlisted designers of the 2011 Dorchester Collection Fashion Prize,  during the height of the fashion season from September 15 to October 5, 2011. The designer display will be available at the Principe Bar, which was recently redesigned by internationally acclaimed designer, Thierry Despont. Located in glass vitrines above the velvet seating area, guests and patrons will have the opportunity to view the diverse styles of each shortlisted designer:

• Anndra Neen: an Egyptian and Japanese-influenced mixed-metal jewelry line, founded by sisters Phoebe and Annette Stephens
• Giulietta: Impeccable women’s wear with a dash of whimsy, designed by Florentine native Sofia Sizzi
• Julian Louie: Self-named collection of unexpected textures and brilliant silhouettes
• Setareh Mohtarez: Otherworldly and cutting-edge feminine looks with classic elegance
• Siki Im: Menswear blurring the lines between masculine and feminine attire, by former Karl Lagerfeld and Helmut Lang protégé

In addition, each of the shortlisted designers collaborated with a Dorchester Collection bar manager to create a special fashion season cocktail menu that exemplifies the spirit of their work. For example, Sofia Sizzi of Giulietta and Daniele Confalonieri of Principe di Savoia created “Elisir di Giulietta,” a Santa Maria Novella elixir cocktail, inspired by Giulietta’s feminine and sophisticated style. The menu is exclusively available at European Dorchester Collection hotels throughout international Fashion Weeks.

In launching its inaugural Fashion Prize in 2010, Dorchester Collection became the first luxury hotel group to bestow a fashion award. The judges of the 2011 Dorchester Collection Fashion Prize, taking place in New York, include Giovanna Battaglia, internationally acclaimed fashion editor; Derek Blasberg, editor and best-selling author; Thom Browne, award-winning menswear designer; Francisco Costa, women’s creative director of Calvin Klein Collection; Georgina Chapman and Keren Craig, co-founders of Marchesa; Shala Monroque, fashion and art consultant; Elizabeth Saltzman, Vanity Fair contributing editor; and Lauren Santo Domingo, Moda Operadi co-founder and creative director.  This autumn, they will award one gifted designer from the 2011 shortlist with US $40,000 to develop their brand, in addition to the rare opportunity to display their work during Paris Fashion Week in 2012 at Hôtel Plaza Athénée.

Dorchester Collection properties have long been a retreat for fashion icons. Hôtel Plaza Athénée, for example, inspired Christian Dior who set up his couture house nearby and named several designs after the hotel, including the “Plaza” and the “Athénée” suits. The Dorchester in London has attracted the likes of Lady Diana Cooper, Dame Elizabeth Taylor and Kate Moss. At Le Meurice, Coco Chanel hosted legendary dinner parties in the 1930s. At Hotel Principe di Savoia, Sofia Coppola filmed “Somewhere,” which received the Golden Lion for Best Film at the 67th Venice Film Festival in 2010. The film industry’s leading executives traditionally decamp to The Beverly Hills Hotel and Hotel Bel-Air (which reopens in October 2011), to prepare for the world’s most watched fashion show – the Academy Awards.

Rates at Hotel Principe di Savoia start from €385 at double occupancy. For more information or reservations, please call (39) 02-6230-5555 or visit www.hotelprincipedisavoia.com.

Please submit requests for more information or interviews with the designers to Corey Finjer of Hawkins International PR. Tel: (212) 255-6541; Corey@Hawkpr.com.

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Notes to the editor

Dorchester Collection
Dorchester Collection is a portfolio of the world’s foremost luxury hotels in Europe and the USA, each of which reflects the distinctive culture of its destination. By applying its unrivalled experience and capability in owning and operating some of the greatest individual hotels, the company’s mission is to develop an impeccable group of the finest landmark hotels through acquisition as well as management of wholly-owned and part-owned hotels, and to enter into management agreements.

The current portfolio includes the following hotels (in order of them joining the group):

The Dorchester, London
The Beverly Hills Hotel, Beverly Hills
Le Meurice, Paris
Hotel Plaza Athénée, Paris
Hotel Principe di Savoia, Milan
Hotel Bel-Air, Los Angeles (re-opening in October 2011)
Coworth Park, Ascot, UK
45 Park Lane, London
Le Richemond, Geneva

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Enjoy Autumn in Anacapri with Enticing October Offer at Hotel Caesar Augustus

Cliffside Relais & Châteaux hotel offers 35% savings on fall travel package

September 9, 2011 (Isle of Capri, Italy) – The limited-time Autumn’s Notes package introduced at the recently renovated Hotel Caesar Augustus gives guests an opportunity to take advantage of enticing October rates, authentic Italian cuisine, massages and more.
Guests will enjoy 35% savings by booking the Autumn’s Notes package, which includes:

• Sea view guestroom accommodations for three nights
• Buffet Breakfast for two people at the hotel’s restaurant, La Terrazza di Lucullo
• A three-course dinner at La Terrazza di Lucullo, with selection of wines from the hotel’s cellar and an Anacaprese apertif
• One 50-minute facial or body treatment per person
• One 35-minute massage per person
• Access to the hotel’s Wellness Area and heated infinity pool
• Complimentary minibar soft drinks

The package is valid from October 1-29, 2011, and costs 690 Euros per person.
With its unparalleled setting 1,000 feet above the bay, Hotel Caesar Augustus recently debuted renovations including refurbished Jacuzzis in all guest rooms, as well as a new entrance with Roman columns and a new statue of the hotel’s namesake.  Guests can also look forward to taking a swim in the newly refurbished infinity pool surrounded by organic gardens from which the kitchen staff plucks herbs, spices and fruits for the menu at La Terrazza di Lucullo.

For reservations or more information, please visit www.caesar-augustus.com or contact Reservations at info@caesar-augustus.com or +39.081.8373395.

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Located on a cliff high above the Bay of Naples on the magical island of Capri, Caesar Augustus blends the most compelling aspects of ancient Roman architecture with the most modern conveniences. A hotel since the 1930s, the newly renovated property features 55 rooms with private balconies and panoramic views.  Four suites offer elegant and expansive spaces showcasing traditional architecture, antique furnishings and impressive views. A new infinity pool surrounded by sundecks and fragrant gardens seems to flow into the sea, while the eponymous restaurant celebrates local cuisine, with fresh ingredients from the hotel’s own garden. Caesar Augustus is a member of Relais & Chateaux. www.caesar-augustus.com

Hawkins International PR
Michelle Munick (212) 255-6541; michelle@hawkpr.com

New Guided Winter Adventures in the White Mountains at the Omni Mount Washington Resort

Join Luxury Resort’s Expert Guides for Backcountry Tours, Ice Climbing and More

BRETTON WOODS, NH (September 23, 2011) – Ideally situated near the east’s highest peak, the recently renovated Omni Mount Washington Resort in Bretton Woods – home of New Hampshire’s largest ski area –  is kicking off ski season 2011-2012 with NEW Guided Winter Adventures.  Director of Guided Programs, Steve Nichipor, gathered a talented team of guides to take guests of every fitness level skiing deep into the woods, climbing ice-covered cliff faces, snowshoeing to high summits and beyond.
With the winter season scheduled to open mid-November 2011, now is the time to reserve a spot for one of these adventures. Options include:

Guided Alpine and Nordic Ski Tours
Adventurous skiers can look forward to the best trails and glades to suit their abilities and interests, with preferred lift line access along the way. Tours are available for Alpine and Nordic skiers, who are assured to get the most out of the day by learning skills on the slopes and in the backcountry alike. Tours: $35 per person; rental equipment available. Guests must have a valid lift ticket or trail pass.

Guided Nordic Downhill Tour
Take full advantage of one of New Hampshire’s most unique trails, Mountain Road.  Learn skills that will help you feel more comfortable on the downhill and in the backcountry while on your Nordic skis. Tours: $35 per person; including one-way lift ticket; rental equipment available. Guests must have a valid trail pass.

Guided Snowshoe Expeditions
Explore a nearby mountain and experience the wonders of the winter forest. Experience the best terrain, stunning scenery and get an excellent workout en route to higher summits. Tours: $55 per person, including rentals.

Custom Backcountry Adventures
Take your backcountry experience where it’s never been before with a customized adventure guided by Steve Nichipor. He brings all his expertise along for cold weather ascents of Mount Washington, backcountry skiing in Tuckerman Ravine and ice climbing at Frankenstein Cliff.  The possibilities are limitless. Tours: $275 per person/day for private tours; $185 per person/day for semi-private tours; rental equipment available.

Enjoy a winter getaway with the Stay Here, Ski Free Package at the Omni Mount Washington Resort and enjoy a savings of up to $152 per night.  Package includes: Luxury resort accommodations and two ski lift tickets at the Bretton Woods ski area. Rates start from $199 per night based on double occupancy through April 17, 2012 (weather permitting).  For more information or to make reservations at the Omni Mount Washington Resort, please call 1-800-The-Omni or visit omnimountwashingtonresort.com.

About the Omni Mount Washington Resort
The Omni Mount Washington Resort is an all-season resort destination in New Hampshire located at the base of Mount Washington and surrounded by the White Mountain National Forest.  In September 2009, Omni Hotels & Resorts began management of the property, which is now home to the Omni Mount Washington Hotel, site of the International Monetary Conference of 1944, and Bretton Woods, New Hampshire’s largest ski area.  Recent renovations unveiled a restored 18-hole Mount Washington Golf Course, a new 25,000-square-foot Spa, 20,000-square-foot Conference Center, outdoor pool complex and renovated guestrooms, lobby and public spaces.  The Bretton Woods Canopy Tour was also added to the resort’s list of amenities, which includes top-rated Alpine and Nordic skiing, 27 holes of championship golf and a full slate of additional seasonal activities.  A variety of lodging, dining and activities is offered year-round, along with many traditional and cultural events.  For more information, guests can call 1-800-The-Omni or visit omnimountwashingtonresort.com.

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Admire Autumn Beauty with Seasonal Getaways across the Country

September 6, 2011 (All Over) – From guided foliage tours in Vermont to homemade spiced cider and donuts in Boston to hiking in Colorado, the many shades of fall can be explored at eight hotels from coast to coast:

A Green by Many Other Colors: Those with a spirit for adventure can take in the breathtaking beauty of autumn step-by-step with Vermont Fall Foliage: Goshen to Stowe from Country Walkers. Mapped out within the Green Mountains, the six-day/five-night small group walking tour follows the Robert Frost Trail, named for the poet who drew inspiration from the range that gives Vermont its name.  Expert local guides lead the way between two of the prettiest towns in the state, with stunning seasonal scenery, great food and comfort, and authentic behind-the-scenes experiences – from a visit to a local organic dairy farm to popping by the Warren General Store. $2,598 per person; departures September 25 and October 2, 2011. www.countrywalkers.com

Sights on the City: Country roads have their seasonal charm, but so do the scenic streets of Boston. Enjoy one of the best walking cities in the world at the height of fall with the Only in Autumn package from XV Beacon, located in the heart of Beacon Hill. The getaway combines prime leaf-peeping, historic sightseeing and recently upgraded accommodations at the chic boutique hotel, including one night in a Classic Room with upgrade upon arrival based on availability; a private guided tour of Boston’s most historic corners; and delicious homemade spiced cider and donuts – the perfect treat to tie you over before taking in views from the hotel’s rooftop terrace or dining at Mooo…., a modern steakhouse from Chef/Owner Jamie Mammano. Package from $800, based on double occupancy. www.xvbeacon.com

Seeing Red:  The red rock canyons of Sedona, Arizona become engulfed in a colorful autumn display from September through October.  Head to Enchantment Resort, which recently debuted their renovated rooms inspired by the beauty of Boynton Canyon, and then trek to nearby Oak Creek Canyon on Highway 89A for leaf-peeping among the vast vibrant vistas.  Continue your stay outdoors and enjoy the sights and sounds of fall at the annual jazz festival, Jazz on the Rocks, held on October 8th.  Accommodations at Enchantment Resort from $350 per night, based on double occupancy. www.enchantmentresort.com

White Mountain Majesty: The spirit of adventure is on the climb in Bretton Woods, New Hampshire with the debut of two new climbing activities at the Omni Mount Washington Resort.  The historic resort recently added an outdoor “via ferrata” style guided climb and an indoor climbing wall to its already extensive roster of all-season recreational offerings at the Bretton Woods Adventure Center.  While in town, take advantage of New England’s longest zip line, the Bretton Woods Canopy Tour, and glide amid beautifully hued treetops. Book the Fall Colors Package and enjoy luxurious accommodations; daily breakfast; a welcome amenity; scenic chair lift ride and a carriage ride. From $185 per person per night based on double occupancy. www.omnimountwashingtonresort.com

Peaks of Change: With the Aspen trees on the 14,000 foot San Juan Mountain peaks turning a luminous gold, mixed with red and orange, it’s no wonder many feel Telluride, CO is at its best when autumn rolls around. Make the newly re-launched Hotel Madeline Telluride and Inn at Lost Creek your home base to enjoy hiking, biking, or relaxing amongst the mountains before the ski season sets in. Hike to Bridal Veil Falls, the longest free-falling waterfall in Colorado and afterwards spa-away the remainder of your days at the new Spa Linnea and experience Colorado farm-to-table dining at the new M’s Restaurant. Accommodations at Hotel Madeline Telluride start at $195 per night based on double occupancy. www.hotelmadelinetelluride.com. Accommodations at Inn at Lost Creek start at $150 per night based on double occupancy. www.innatlostcreek.com

Shades by the Bay: See the shimmering colors that line the Chesapeake Bay while soaking up a cool seasonal breeze at the Tides Inn in Irvington, Virginia. Situated on a waterfront peninsula, guests can enjoy the Inn’s full-service marina; take in a round at the beautifully wooded Golden Eagle Golf Club; or head into town to sample the fall harvest at the local farmers market on the first Saturday of each month. Fall is also a fine time to taste local vintages during Virginia Wine Month, unfolding throughout October. Take advantage of the fall’s offerings with the Taste of the Northern Neck package with deluxe accommodation at Tides Inn; full breakfast daily; a picnic basket lunch for a self-guided tour of four nearby Virginia wineries; and three-course dinner for two at the Chesapeake Club, with gratuity included. Two nights starting from $169 per person/per night. www.tidesinn.com

Autumn in the Alleghenies: Don’t just stroll through the colors of autumn; embrace them with an array of outdoor pursuits at The Homestead Resort in Hot Springs, Virginia. Surrounded by 3,000 acres amid the beautiful Allegheny Mountains in southwest Virginia, the historic, 245-year-old resort keeps guests active with archery, horseback riding, gorge hiking, mountain biking, fly-fishing, sporting clays and skeet shooting, canoeing, falconry, golf and more. Reserve the Fall Unlimited Activities Package and see how much you can squeeze in – starting at just $345 per night/double. Meanwhile, don’t miss hayrides, s’mores, the resort’s signature cinnamon donuts, and the 2nd-annual Homestead Fall Craft Festival on October 8. www.thehomestead.com

Foliage by Sea: Revel in autumn’s glory on the coast of Maine, with the Sea Foliage Package at Chebeague Island Inn. Sit back and enjoy the islands of Casco Bay while leaf-peeping by boat. Take in the sunset on the front porch, savor seasonal beverages and homemade whoopie pies, and cozy up by the fireplace in the Inn’s Great Room. Package from $377 per night, based on double occupancy, two-night minimum; available October 1-18, 2011. www.chebeagueislandinn.com

For more details on any of the above, contact Michelle Munick at
Hawkins International PR, (212) 255-6541, Michelle@hawkpr.com

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(212) 255-6541
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Enjoy Harvests, Hayrides and Hauntings this October at the Omni Bedford Springs Resort & Spa

Experience Several New Autumn Amusements with the Harvest Hayride Package at Luxury Resort

Bedford Springs, PA (September 19, 2011) – The Omni Bedford Springs Resort & Spa  welcomes the change in season with a month of autumn celebrations throughout October.  Set amongst the colorful mountain landscape of the Allegheny Mountains, the resort is welcoming leaf peepers this season with the “Harvest Hayride Getaway” package.  Explore 2,200-acres of grounds, enjoy picnics amidst the foliage, roast authentic Pennsylvania mountain pies by the fire pit and head to one of the area’s famed haunted attractions.
The Harvest Hayride Getaway Package at the Omni Bedford Springs Resort & Spa includes:

•    Deluxe accommodations for two nights
•    Breakfast for two in the Crystal Room on Saturday and Sunday mornings
•    Specially prepared picnic basket lunch for two at Red Oak Lake
•    Mountain pies at the hotel’s outdoor fire pit
•    Two vouchers for haunted hayride at Huston’s Haunted Hollow, located 30 minutes from the resort

Rates start at $375 per night based on double occupancy for a two night minimum stay.  Package is available Friday and Saturday nights only throughout October 2011. Price excludes tax and resort fees.

Continue the festivities all month with Oktoberfest events at the resort, including beer tastings and pairings at the Frontier Tavern and beer-inspired treatments such as the Brewed Awakening Bath and the Lager Foot Soak at the Springs Eternal Spa.  Guests can also savor the flavors of fall with Chef David Noto’s seasonal cooking classes.  The hands-on sessions showcase the Chef’s signature dishes including Pumpkin Bisque, Duck al’Orange, Sweet Potato Pie and other autumn additions.

For information or reservations, contact (866) 623-8168 or visit omnibedfordsprings.com.

About the Omni Bedford Springs Resort & Spa
The Omni Bedford Springs Resort & Spa is a 2,200-acre luxury hideaway located in Pennsylvania’s scenic Allegheny Mountain region.  The 216-room resort surrounds eight natural mineral springs which serve as the foundation for its world-class Springs Eternal Spa – one of only a handful of spas in the U.S. to utilize natural spring water in all of its treatments.  Over the past 200 years, Bedford Springs has served as a meeting place for numerous U.S. presidents and dignitaries.  The resort features a phenomenal range of amenities and activities, including an indoor spring-fed swimming pool; award-winning golf course; and casual and fine dining options from renowned Chef David Noto.  In addition, guests can enjoy mountain nature trails for hiking and biking, fly fishing, volleyball, tennis and more.  www.omnibedfordsprings.com.

Contact:
Corey Finjer
Hawkins International PR
T. 212-255-6541
E. Corey@hawkpr.com

New Kid’s Club Program Marks 25th Anniversary of Hawksbill Turtle Project at Jumby Bay, A Rosewood Resort

Rose Buds™ Camp Jumby launches NEW “Adopt-a-Turtle” conservation program

Antigua, West Indies (June 27, 2011) – Jumby Bay, A Rosewood Resort, the luxury private island retreat off the coast of Antigua, is celebrating the 25th anniversary of the  Jumby Bay Hawksbill Project with the NEW “Adopt-a-Turtle” program at the Rose Buds™ Camp Jumby kids club.

Each year, Jumby Bay welcomes home hawksbill sea turtles who return to nest on the resort’s protected nesting areas on Pasture Bay Beach from June until October. Founded by Jumby Bay shareholders and launched by independent researchers in 1986, the Jumby Bay Hawksbill Project’s mission is to seek a better understanding of the life, history and population of endangered hawksbill sea turtles, by creating a foundation for successful conservation. This privately-funded research project, sponsored by island residents under the direction of the University of Georgia, is the longest running program of its kind. The project shares its findings through school-based public awareness programs, partnerships with local conservation organizations, and a host of activities, including turtle watches, at Jumby Bay.

Now, to celebrate the project’s 25th anniversary, the resort’s Rose Buds™ Camp Jumby is offering a one-of-a-kind opportunity for children to take part in the conservation effort by “adopting” a local turtle resident. At the beginning of the summer nesting season, youngsters can adopt one of four sea turtles who return to nest on Jumby Bay. Following the completion of their adoption, kids will receive an adoption certificate along with regular updates on their turtle’s progress posted on the resort’s Facebook page.

The turtle adoption program is one of many kid-focused activities offered at Rose Buds™ Camp Jumby. Children can continue their conservation education through engaging lectures, quizzes, arts, crafts and games that bring the hawksbill project to life. Children (ages 5-12) can even visit the turtle conservation nest and nursery on Pasture Beach and can participate in the release of hatchlings into the Caribbean Sea.

This summer, enjoy family-friendly luxury and mark the 25th anniversary of the Jumby Bay Hawksbill Project with the Junior Jet Set Package at Jumby Bay, A Rosewood Resort:
•    $250 spa credit for Mom or Dad
•    50% discount on second room for children under 18
•    2-hour on-deck yacht excursion
•    Junior tennis clinic – one hour with Bay Tennis Pro
•    Available June 1-August 29, 2011
Package rates start at $1,350 per night in a Beachside Courtyard Suite; 4-night minimum stay required. For more information call 888.ROSEWOOD, visit www.jumbybayresort.com or   .

About Jumby Bay:
Jumby Bay, A Rosewood Resort is an inclusive luxury retreat set on its own enchanting 300-acre private island two miles off the coast of Antigua in the West Indies. Accessible only by boat, the resort offers upscale travelers a relaxed and authentic Caribbean escape with superb white-sand beaches and lush tropical environs.  In December 2009, Jumby Bay revealed a $28 million resort-wide transformation. Closed since June 2008, the ultra-luxe, resort hideaway re-emerged with an array of absolutely brand new enticements; including its first-ever SENSE®, A Rosewood Spa, 28 new spacious suites and fully enhanced accommodations, new open-air Verandah, new Pool Grille bistro-style restaurant, and a pair of $18 million Estate Homes with private pools, tennis courts, and full access to the many amenities of Jumby Bay. For active travelers, Jumby Bay offers watersports, tennis, hiking and biking trails, a fitness center and a new oceanfront infinity pool. In 2007, Jumby Bay was named the “World’s Best Caribbean Resort” in Travel + Leisure’s World’s Best Readers’ Survey. It also ranked among the “Top 25 Caribbean Resorts” on Condé Nast Traveler’s Reader’s Choice Awards 2009, and was included on Travel + Leisure’s World’s Best Awards in 2009. www.jumbybayresort.com

About Rosewood Hotels & Resorts:
Founded in 1979 and headquartered in Dallas, Texas, Rosewood Hotels & Resorts® manages one-of-a-kind luxury properties in the world’s most desired destinations. Rosewood properties embrace the company’s A Sense of Place® philosophy, reflecting the history, architecture, scale and sensibilities of the destination. With 18 properties in eight countries, the Rosewood collection includes some of the most legendary hotels and resorts in the world, including Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek® in Dallas, The Carlyle in New York, Rosewood Little Dix Bay on Virgin Gorda, as well as contemporary classics such as Rosewood Sand Hill® in California, Rosewood San Miguel de Allende® in Mexico, and, now, Rosewood Tucker’s Point in Bermuda. Rosewood also offers Sense® spa – featuring treatments reflective of the location’s culture and natural environment – available exclusively at select properties.

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Contact:
Corey Finjer
Hawkins International PR
T. 212-255-6541
E. Corey@hawkpr.com

Say “I Do” To the Perfect Caribbean Honeymoon at Jumby Bay, A Rosewood Resort

Luxury accommodations, spectacular views, romantic opportunities and a Couples Retreat package will get your first few days together off to a blissful start

Antigua, West Indies (June 2011) – Let other addresses promise a honeymoon to remember, Jumby Bay, A Rosewood Resort off the coast of Antigua delivers one you’ll never forget. Renowned among Antigua luxury resorts as a hot spot for Caribbean destination weddings, the inclusive private island resort is the perfect location to celebrate the first few days of your lives together, with luxury guest quarters, spectacular views of turquoise waters and lush tropical foliage, and romantic opportunities at every turn.

The resort’s newly designed one-bedroom Estate Suite is a breathlessly romantic hideaway for honeymooners, with design inspired by beachy hues and island textures. Or, settle into one of Jumby Bay’s eight Private Estate Homes including Frangipani Point, a NEW four-bedroom oceanfront villa with lush tropical gardens, a beautiful freshwater pool and private butler service.

Jumby Bay’s “Privileges of Privacy” menu offers honeymoon couples private events to share. Take your pick of engaging diversions such as a Private Chef’s Table or Private Beach Dinner with four courses and paired wine; Private Stargazing accompanied by wine, cheese and a tour of the heavens with Resident Astronomer David Stubbs; a Private Spa Evening pour deux with couples treatments, dinner and dessert at the new Sense®, A Rosewood Spa; a Private Visit to a Local Potter for an exclusive work of art the two of you will cherish; or Private Tennis Lessons for two with a resort tennis pro.

Of course, Jumby Bay also offers dedicated Wedding Packages, an exclusive Island Buyout Package, and an experienced Wedding Coordinator to assure that the happiest day of your lives goes off without a hitch.

Enjoy a honeymoon you’ll never forget with a Couples Retreat Package at Jumby Bay, including:

•    Accommodation for seven nights in a Pool Suite, Estate Suit or Beachside Courtyard Suite
•    Private chauffeured round-trip airport transfers
•    Bottle of chilled Champagne and culinary amenity upon arrival
•    Full breakfast, lunch, diner, beverages, cocktails and house wine by the glass daily
•    One romantic dinner on the beach
•    Stargazing and Moonlight Massage in a private spa couples suite
•    Nightly amenities and special departure gift
•    From $10,000 for a Pool Suite, $13,300 for an Estate Suite and $8,795 for a Beachside Courtyard Suite based on double occupancy, plus 10.5% government tax and 10% service. Available through November 20, 2011, based on availability; blackout dates may apply.

In addition to the details above, rates are inclusive of daily water sports, use of two resort pools, three tennis courts, fitness center, croquet lawn and putting green.

For more information or to reserve a Couples Retreat at Jumby Bay, A Rosewood Resort please contact 888-ROSEWOOD, or 268-462-6000, or visit www.jumbybayresort.com

About Jumby Bay, A Rosewood Resort:
Jumby Bay, A Rosewood Resort is an inclusive luxury retreat set on its own enchanting 300-acre private island two miles off the coast of Antigua in the West Indies. Accessible only by boat, the resort offers upscale travelers a relaxed and authentic Caribbean escape with superb white-sand beaches and lush tropical environs.  In December 2009, Jumby Bay revealed a $28 million resort-wide transformation. Closed since June 2008, the ultra-luxe, resort hideaway re-emerged with an array of absolutely brand new enticements; including its first-ever Sense, A Rosewood Spa®, 28 new spacious suites and fully enhanced accommodations, new open-air Verandah, new Pool Grille bistro-style restaurant, and a pair of $18-million Estate Homes with private pools, tennis courts, and full access to the many amenities of Jumby Bay. For active travelers, Jumby Bay offers watersports, tennis, hiking and biking trails, a fitness center and a new oceanfront infinity pool. In 2007, Jumby Bay was named the “World’s Best Caribbean Resort” in Travel + Leisure’s World’s Best Readers’ Survey. It also ranked among the “Top 25 Caribbean Resorts” on Condé Nast Traveler’s Reader’s Choice Awards 2009, and was included on Travel + Leisure’s World’s Best Awards in 2009. For more information and reservations, call 888.ROSEWOOD.

About Rosewood Hotels & Resorts:
Founded in 1979 and headquartered in Dallas, Texas, Rosewood Hotels & Resorts® manages one-of-a-kind luxury properties in the world’s most desired destinations. Rosewood properties embrace the company’s A Sense of Place® philosophy, reflecting the history, architecture, scale and sensibilities of the destination. With 18 properties in eight countries, the Rosewood collection includes some of the most legendary hotels and resorts in the world, including Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek® in Dallas, The Carlyle in New York, Rosewood Little Dix Bay on Virgin Gorda, as well as contemporary classics such as Rosewood Sand Hill® in California, Rosewood San Miguel de Allende® in Mexico, and, now, Rosewood Tucker’s Point in Bermuda. Rosewood also offers Sense® spa – featuring treatments reflective of the location’s culture and natural environment – available exclusively at select properties.

Contact: Corey Finjer
Hawkins International PR
(212) 255-6541
Corey@hawkpr.com

Corey Shoemaker Appointed Chef of Mii Amo at Enchantment Resort in Sedona, Arizona

June 15, 2011 (Sedona, Arizona) – Mii amo, a destination spa at Enchantment Resort in Sedona, Arizona, has announced the appointment of Corey Shoemaker as Chef. A focused professional who has experienced success in restaurants across the Midwest, Shoemaker is responsible for all culinary operations at the award-winning destination spa including menu creation for Mii amo Café as well as cooking demonstrations, in-suite dining and special events.

“We look forward to Corey’s wide-range of creativity elevating Mii amo’s ‘Intelligent Cuisine’ and welcome and encourage his continued success,” said Chris Bird, Mii amo General Manager.

The acclaimed cuisine at Mii amo Café combines regional flavors with healthy cooking techniques and ingredients that consistently produce delectable fare, just with lower calorie counts and reduced fat. An imaginative chef, Shoemaker views recipes as a guideline and often adjusts the menu based on the freshest vegetables and herbs available from Mii amo’s Organic Chef Garden, located adjacent to the spa. At Mii amo, he employs a spontaneous and open-minded approach to cooking, incorporating fresh seasonal ingredients into new menu items including Sea Scallop Ceviche made with chipotle salsa, cucumber and sprouted corn chips; Miso Roasted Duck Breast covered with toasted sesame, nori crisps and a side of blueberry studded sticky rice; as well as Lobster Udon which uses fresh udon noodles, lobster, edamame, red jalapeno, and straw mushrooms cooked in a basil-ginger broth.

A native of Green Bay, Shoemaker was poised for culinary success at a young age. Growing up in the restaurant business, he spent afternoons at his family’s café or on his aunt and uncle’s dairy farm. Following study in Wildlife Ecology at the University of Madison, he earned an Associate Degree in Culinary Arts in the Executive Chef Program of Madison Area Technical College.

Success came quickly. After launching his restaurant career in 2001 as Chef de Cuisine of Elaine in Naperville, Illinois, Shoemaker landed the first of many Executive Chef positions at Saloon Steakhouse on the Magnificent Mile in Chicago. Three years later he was Executive Chef and Assistant General Manager at Columbia Yacht Club, one of the oldest private clubs in Chicago. He continued his career at Gilbert’s Wood Fired Steakhouse in Columbus, Ohio (2006); Levy Restaurants at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wisconsin (2007-2008); and Brett Favre’s Steakhouse and Banquet Facility, also in Green Bay (2008-2009). Shoemaker joined Enchantment Resort in 2010 from Bouchee in De Pere, Wisconsin, where he had been Executive Chef since 2009.

Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, Mii amo Café offers private tables plus a 16-seat community table where spa guests can meet new friends and enjoy the spa’s delicious ‘Intelligent Cuisine’ together. The exhibition-style kitchen showcases Mii amo Café’s own style of contemporary eclectic cuisine. Organic ingredients from local sources, as well as the chef’s garden, are used whenever possible. Along with savoring the tasty cuisine at Mii amo Café, guests are also invited to participate in a variety of culinary-focused activities including Journey of Teas, organic garden tours, composting instruction, wine tastings and cooking demonstrations.

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About Mii amo
Mii amo, a destination spa at Enchantment Resort, was named “world’s best destination spa” by Travel + Leisure readers in 2007 and 2009. A Yuman word for “passage” or “journey”, Mii amo promotes personal transformation through mind, body and spiritual therapies. The 24,000-square-foot spa in Sedona, Arizona, designed by Gluckman Mayner Architects, harmonizes with the Native American aesthetic and the surrounding red rock canyon, which are both integral to the Mii amo experience. The intimate Mii amo “spa village,” which offers three, four and seven night all-inclusive packages, features 14 guest rooms and two suites; 25 treatment rooms, many with views of the canyon; private outdoor treatment areas; indoor and outdoor pools; library; retail shop and the 80-seat Mii amo cafe. For more information, please visit www.miiamo.com or call 888.749.2137.

Contact: Corey Finjer
Hawkins International PR
(212) 255-6541
Corey@hawkpr.com

Transform Yourself with new “Life Coaching” and “Exercise Physiology” Programs from Mii Amo Spa

New programs of self-discovery, healing and transformation inspire lasting improvements for today’s hectic lifestyles

July 2011 (Sedona, Arizona) – Transformation is waiting amid the red-rocks of Sedona, Arizona with new Life Coaching and Exercise Physiology programs at Mii amo, a destination spa at Enchantment Resort. The award-winning spa recently launched these voyages of self-discovery, healing and transformation to help guests accomplish their goals while making lasting improvements in their lives.

Powerful programs with purpose, both the new Life Coaching and Exercise Physiology programs amplify the value of health and wellness services at Mii amo while offering resort guests proven skills and techniques to continue their transformations at home.

Life Coaching, included in seven-night Journey packages, supports guests by addressing opportunities for improvement in their lives. The excitement begins prior to arrival as guests are contacted by a certified life coach to clarify goals for their Journey. The needs of the guest are then applied in advance to customize the experience.  The life coach connects with the guest throughout the Journey to answer any questions and to help process the experience.  Finally, a follow-up session occurs once the guest returns home to solidify the learning and to ensure a smooth integration into everyday life.  This level of mentoring enables Mii amo guests to reach the goals for change and growth they set out to achieve. From relationships to work and health Mii amo’s Life Coaches create a dialogue with guests helping them create a plan of action to support major growth.

The value of Life Coaching rests on the extensive experience that facilitators bring to their work.  Mii amo’s certified Life Coaches Lynette Bazzill and Colette Coletta have over 30 years of collective experience in mind/body wellness modalities. Life Coaching is an integral part of all seven-night Journeys and is an optional addition for all three- or four-night Journeys.

“Mii amo is committed to supporting our guests’ health and wellness both while on property and after returning home,” said Lynette Bazzill, life coach at Mii amo.  “Life coaching and exercise physiology have proven to help our guests take the skills and techniques they learn home with them.  These new offerings are powerful programs that greatly amplify the value of our health and wellness services.”

Exercise Physiology, a new health and wellness session at Mii amo, helps guests gain greater understanding of their bodies while learning to manage exercise in a healthy way. Run by Jan Dibeler,   the resident Exercise Physiologist at Mii amo, the 90-minute program includes nine distinct fitness tests to assess physical status including cardiovascular health, strength, flexibility, posture, balance, agility, health, medical history and special needs. Body composition analysis, metabolic assessment, orthotics and flexibility assessment are also available. A host of benefits can be drawn from balancing individual fitness programs, ranging from combating chronic diseases to improving blood pressure to preventing and managing osteoporosis and diabetes (90 minutes, $275).

The Life Coaching and Exercise Physiology programs are integral additions to the Mii amo experience.

“Mii amo is providing a much deeper and profound experience by incorporating a life coach and exercise physiologist into the entire Journey process,” said Chris Bird, Mii amo General Manager.  “We have integrated them into the Journeys in a really unique way with a before, during and after process. Exercise physiology helps round out our offerings so that Mii amo, revered as a mecca for emotional and spiritual healing, will now also be known for reaching the full range of personal health and wellness integration – body, mind, spirit and emotion. A synthesized approach to wellness – which is seen in both of these new offerings – helps us cater to our clientele in a richly empowering way.”

Life Coaching is of particular interest to those on the Master Journey, a specially formulated retreat for repeat guests with opportunities for profound levels of transformation and growth.  The Exercise Physiology offering will be especially alluring to guests on the “Healthy Body in Balance” Journey, as the intention is for deeper levels of health and fitness.

Three, Four and Seven-night Journeys at Mii amo start at $1,990. For more information or to make reservations please visit www.miiamo.com or call 888.749.2137.

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About Mii amo
Mii amo, a destination spa at Enchantment Resort, was named “world’s best destination spa” by Travel + Leisure readers in 2007 and 2009. Mii amo is part of the Enchantment Group portfolio of award-winning properties. The Scottsdale, Arizona-based spa and resort development and management firm also operates the Tides Inn located in Irvington, VA. A Yuman word for “passage” or “journey”, Mii amo promotes personal transformation through mind, body and spiritual therapies. The 24,000-square-foot spa in Sedona, Arizona, designed by Gluckman Mayner Architects, harmonizes with the Native American aesthetic and the surrounding red rock canyon, which are both integral to the Mii amo experience. The intimate Mii amo “spa village,” which offers three, four and seven night all-inclusive packages, features 14 guest rooms and two suites; 25 treatment rooms, many with views of the canyon; private outdoor treatment areas; indoor and outdoor pools; library; retail shop and the 80-seat Mii amo cafe. For more information, please visit www.miiamo.com or call 888.749.2137.

New and Exciting Tides Roll in… at the Tides Inn a Chesapeake Bay Resort in Irvington, Virginia

Refreshed guestrooms, expanded marina, new farm-to-table cuisine series and new spa treatments and activities set the stage for summer on the bay

July 2011 (Irvington, Virginia) – New tides have brought exciting enhancements for guests to experience at the Tides Inn, tucked in on a private, lush peninsula overlooking Carters Creek in Irvington, Virginia. Discover what is new and noteworthy at this Chesapeake Bay resort this summer and beyond:

Guestrooms – Refresh and Revive: Kelli Mitchell-Digges of Dear Mitchell Digges Design, and the designer behind the appealing British Colonial style of Tides Inn, has refreshed the rooms with more design elements and comforting features. Not only is there plush new carpeting throughout all guestrooms, but Digges established a new linen and bed standard with Frette, one the world’s leading manufacturers. Guests will now rest on 300-thread count Egyptian cotton sheets and pillowcases and curl up beneath European down duvets.

General Manager, Gordon Slatford, comments, “The cornerstone of hospitality is providing an exquisite sleep experience. In bringing an authentic European standard to the Tides Inn, Digges has assured guests a remarkable night’s sleep and a lot of smiles over breakfast before engaging in the many activities Tides Inn has to offer.”

Floating on a New Dock of the Bay: The Tides Inn recently installed a new state-of-the-art Floating Dock to its marina, with 24 new boat slips that can harbor weekend cruisers and charter vessels up to 150 feet. The dock features include electric, water, cable, TV and a pump out. Guests can also enjoy the new deck area at the base of the dock with a signature Lancaster Lemonade made with vodka, limoncello, fresh lemon juice and ginger ale served over ice and garnished with lemon balm from the Inn’s own herb garden.

Waves of Relaxation: The Spa at the Tides Inn recently debuted a new treatment menu and is now using Naturopathica skincare products and the Body Bliss line, in addition to the OSEA product line, which was brought on last year.Using certified natural and organic ingredients Naturopathica is free from harmful chemicals as is Body Bliss, which uses 100% wild crafted, organic or ecologically sensible essential oils. OSEA, uses organic seaweed harvested from pure waters to improve the condition and appearance of the skin.

In addition to these new product lines, the spa has also revamped its treatment options with new indulgences such as the signature Tide and Thyme, a mineral-rich body treatment that begins with a fine body polish, followed by a mask of whipped Shea Butter Body Cream with herbal essences to stimulate the body’s adrenal and immune systems. While you’re wrapped in a warm, Shea butter cocoon, your scalp is massaged with warm jasmine flower oil. The treatment is finished with a mini facial and a ginger mango butter reflexology foot massage (90 minutes at $175).

Farm-to-Table Culinary Series: Experience the new Cuisine of the Season series. These four-course food and wine pairing dinners will be available throughout the year. Executive Chef TV Flynn and Chef de Cuisine John Lawrence draw inspiration from local provisions to create mouthwatering regional fare paired with Mid-Atlantic wines. The series unfolds every other month starting July 28 in the East Room of the Chesapeake Bay Club. The first dinner is entitled “Ripe from the Garden” and features Caprese Salad of Heirloom Tomatoes, Fresh Mozzarella and Grilled Corn Salsa ($85 per person, including paired wine by the glass).

Activities Desk for Frisbee Golf, Kayaking and More: With so much to see and do at the Tides Inn, guests can head to the new Activities Desk, staffed by well-informed experts, to plan a myriad of activities. Try golfing, biking, sailing and kayaking right onsite. Experience one of the new activities such as Frisbee Golf, try one of the new kayaks, or set up the young ones up at the Crab Net Kids Club. Plan a day visiting nearby museums, cruising on the Chesapeake, wine tastings at vineyards along the Chesapeake Bay Wine Trail or experience the thrills of Busch Gardens and Williamsburg. Dizzying? The Activities Desk is here to help.

Summer rates at Tides Inn start at $210 per night. For more information or to make reservations please visit www.tidesinn.com or contact 800.843.3746

About Tides Inn
A member of The Leading Hotels of the World, the Tides Inn is part of the Enchantment Group portfolio of award-winning properties. The Scottsdale, Arizona-based spa and resort development and management firm also operates Mii amo, a destination spa, and Enchantment Resort located in Sedona, AZ. The intimate 106-room Tides Inn, set on its own waterfront peninsula in the charming town of Irvington on Virginia’s Northern Neck, has been a Chesapeake Bay tradition for over 60 years. A preferred mid-Atlantic getaway for couples, families and small groups, the resort features luxury accommodations furnished in British colonial style and dedicated state-of-the-art conference facilities certified by IACC. The resort’s signature fine dining restaurant, the Chesapeake Club, serves seasonal regional Chesapeake Bay cuisine. Additional amenities include a full service spa; an award-winning 60-slip marina that accommodates boats up to 125 feet; a professional sailing school and an array of outdoor recreation, including championship golf, tennis, croquet and volleyball. For more information, please visit www.tidesinn.com or call 800.843.3746.

Hotel Punta Tragara Welcomed Into Small Luxury Hotels of the World

Isle of Capri’s most luxurious cliff-side address joins renowned international hotel collection

September 21, 2011 (Isle of Capri, Italy) – Hotel Punta Tragara, the 5-star cliff-side address on the Isle of Capri from the Manfredi Fine Hotel Collection has been welcomed into Small Luxury Hotels of the World for the remainder of 2011 and 2012.

Membership in the renowned hotel collection, which counts more than 520 luxury addresses in at least 78 countries, grants Hotel Punta Tragara status among the top independently operated hotels and plugs the recently redesigned property into the Small Luxury Hotels of the World marketing and sales system. Indeed, the cliff-side hotel, which was designed by the legendary French-Swiss architect Le Corbusier and overlooks the famous Faraglioni sea stacks, is one of only two Small Luxury Hotels of the World on the Isle of Capri.

The 44-room seaside retreat is owned by three generations of Italian Counts and is currently overseen by brothers Leonardo and Goffredo Ceglia Manfredi. A grand Mediterranean villa, the property features a salmon-hued terracotta exterior weaved with rich marble interiors. Enjoy relaxed-yet-sophisticated dining at Monzù Restaurant or dip into  one of the hotel’s two onsite seawater swimming pools followed with a cocktail from La Pergola Pool Bar during sunset. Signature Thalassotherapy treatments using advanced sea salt and algae products are not to be missed at UNICA Beauty & Spa.

For reservations or more information on Hotel Punta Tragara or sister property Palazzo Manfredi in Rome, please visit www.manfrediproperties.it or call +39 081 8370844.

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Hotel Punta Tragara
Hotel Punta Tragara is part of the Manfredi Fine Hotel Collection, owned by brothers Leonardo and Goffredo Ceglia Manfredi, third generation Italian Counts. The hotel offers complete privacy in a sophisticated atmosphere, yet all the buzz of the famous “Piazzetta” is just a ten-minute walk away. Legendary architect Le Corbusier conceived this cliffside Mediterranean villa of 44 guestrooms and two restaurants overlooking the famous Faraglioni sea stacks and Marina Piccola. For decades the hotel has welcomed famous guests like Frank Sinatra, Eisenhower, Churchill and an array of contemporary writers and artists. The rich history of the building is evident throughout the hotel, in which archaeological finds, tapestries and antique furniture blend in perfectly with a contemporary style. Maintaining its allure as a sophisticated retreat, the hotel recently added UNICA Beauty & SPA offering four treatment rooms and a range of spa treatments from the famous Guinot brand. The hotel’s “Monzù” Restaurant, headed by Chef Arcucci, welcomes guests with its superb menu of fresh, seasonal dishes that take inspiration from the traditional cuisine of Capri and Naples. www.manfrediproperties.it

Contact:  Laura Lopez
Hawkins International PR
(212) 255-6541
Laura@hawkpr.com

Hotel Punta Tragara Reopens for the 2011 Season in Capri with new Faraglioni Suite and Redesigned Junior Suites

Vacation early and enjoy three nights for the price of two and other valuable discounts starting opening day, April 8, 2011

March 30, 2011 (Capri, Italy) –The 5-star-deluxe Hotel Punta Tragara in Capri will debut its extra-spacious new accommodations at the start of the 2011 travel season, which begins Friday, April 8. Part of the Manfredi Fine Hotel Collection, the 44-room seaside retreat is owned by three generations of Italian Counts and is currently overseen by brothers Leonardo and Goffredo Ceglia Manfredi.

Perched high above sea level, Punta Tragara’s 10 NEW Junior Suites are arrayed with roomy living areas and large terraces or balconies with stunning views of the iconic Faraglioni Sea Stacks and the bay of Marina Piccola. Each suite is laid out for stylish comfort with sofas, spacious marble bathrooms, convenient walk-in closets and expansive beds. The Junior Suites range in size from 409-430 square-feet, each individually-designed with several suites containing two levels for an appealing, “home away from home” quality.

For even greater viewing pleasure, the resort is set to unveil its NEW Faraglioni Suite. A €70,000 redesign, the suite measures 516 square-feet and features contemporary art works, elegant water colors, antique furniture, the hotel’s largest marble bathroom and a terrace with incomparable views of the Faraglioni rocks.

Of course, there is plenty more to engage in at Punta Tragara. A grand Mediterranean villa envisioned by legendary French-Swiss architect Le Corbusier, the property features a salmon-hued terracotta exterior weaved with rich marble interiors. Enjoy relaxed-yet-sophisticated dining at Monzù Restaurant or dip into  one of the hotel’s two onsite seawater swimming pools followed with a cocktail from La Pergola Pool Bar during sunset. And don’t miss signature Thalassotherapy treatments using advanced sea salt and algae products at the recently opened UNICA Beauty & Spa.

Get summer travel started early on the Isle of Capri with the One Night Free Offer from Punta Tragara, including:

•    Third night complimentary when you book two nights
•    15% discount on all treatments at UNICA Beauty & Spa
•    15% discount at Monzù Restaurant
•    Package rates from €320 per night; valid April 8 – May 31 and October 1-31, 2011

Looking for a city and sea escape? Enjoy the luxury of the Manfredi Fine Hotel Collection at Palazzo Manfredi, Punta Tragara’s sister property in the heart of ancient Rome. Featuring just 14 guest rooms and two suites in addition to the new AROMA Restaurant, Palazzo Manfredi offers an intimate escape in the Eternal City.

For reservations or more information on Punta Tragara or Palazzo Manfredi, please visit www.manfrediproperties.it or call +39 081 8370844.

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Hotel Palazzo Manfredi
Hotel Palazzo Manfredi is part of the Manfredi Fine Hotel Collection, owned by brothers Leonardo and Gofredo Ceglia Manfredi, third generation Italian Counts. Nestled in the heart of ancient Rome, Palazzo Manfredi is the only hotel in the capital located directly across from the Colosseum, the Domus Aurea and Neros Gardens. Built over original gladiator training grounds and linked via a tunnel to the Colosseum, the recently renovated, five-star-delux hotel has 14 rooms and 2 suites, all with stylish décor, fine Italian fabrics and superb views. The terrace of new rooftop AROMA restaurant, which offers a gourmet Mediterranean menu with Roman style, looks right out over the whole of Imperial Rome. For guests looking to explore the city, the hotel’s Lamborghini Gallardo is available for a spin around Rome. Guests also have access to Palazzo Manfredi’s personal shopper with access to the very best shops in Rome. www.manfrediproperties.it

Hotel Punta Tragara
Hotel Punta Tragara is part of the Manfredi Fine Hotel Collection, owned by brothers Leonardo and Gofredo Ceglia Manfredi, third generation Italian Counts. The hotel offers complete privacy in a sophisticated atmosphere, yet all the buzz of the famous “Piazzetta” is just a ten-minute walk away. Legendary architect Le Corbusier conceived this cliffside Mediterranean villa of 44 guestrooms and two restaurants overlooking the famous Faraglioni sea stacks and Marina Piccola. For decades the hotel has welcomed famous guests like Frank Sinatra, Eisenhower, Churchill and an array of contemporary writers and artists. The rich history of the building is evident throughout the hotel, in which archaeological finds, tapestries and antique furniture blend in perfectly with a contemporary style. Maintaining its allure as a sophisticated retreat, the hotel recently added UNICA Beauty & SPA offering four treatment rooms and a range of spa treatments from the famous Guinot brand. The hotel’s “Monzù” Restaurant, headed by Chef Arcucci, welcomes guests with its superb menu of fresh, seasonal dishes that take inspiration from the traditional cuisine of Capri and Naples. www.manfrediproperties.it

CONTACT:
Corey Finjer
Hawkins International PR
(212) 255-6541
corey@hawkpr.com

Enjoy the City  and Sea with New “Rome & Capri Dream Escape” from the Manfredi Fine Hotel Collection

Two five-star boutique, luxury hotels; four days; the most extraordinary views in Italy – all with a 25% savings

June 2011 (Rome and the Isle of Capri, Italy) – Peer onto some of the most extraordinary views in Italy with the NEW Rome & Capri Dream Escape from the Manfredi Fine Hotel Collection offering the 5-star comforts of Palazzo Manfredi, located opposite the Colosseum in the heart of ancient Rome, and Punta Tragara, perched cliffside above the famed Faraglioni sea stacks on the Isle of Capri.

Owned by three successive generations of Italian Counts, the Manfredi Fine Hotel Collection is the best-kept secret in Italian hospitality – unless, of course, you’re part of the sophisticated set that has long been drawn to the refined and relaxing character of each address. Palazzo Manfredi and Hotel Punta Tragara tantalize at every turn, with exquisite amenities including personal use of the Count’s Lamborghini Gallardo at Palazzo Manfredi to personal shoppers and private beach club access at Hotel Punta Tragara.

Set your sights on beauty right outside your guest room window with the “Rome & Capri Dream Escape,” with 2 nights at Palazzo Manfredi and 2 nights at Punta Tragara – a 25% savings – including:

• Accommodations in a double room (four nights total)
• Special welcome gift waiting in your guest room upon arrival
• Refined dinner for two at the rooftop restaurant AROMA at Palazzo Manfredi, with front row views of ancient Rome including the Colosseum, the Domus Aurea and Neros Gardens (beverages not included)
• Complimentary entrance to the prestigious monuments of ancient Rome, including the Colosseum and San Clemente
• Romantic dinner for two at Monzù restaurant at Hotel Punta Tragara, with table seating overlooking the Bay of Marina Piccola (beverage not included)
• A “not-to-be-missed” coastal boat tour of the Isle of Capri
• Welcome service and transfer to Palazzo Manfredi upon arrival in Rome, from Flumicino Airport or Terminal Railway Station – or – Welcome service and transfer to Punta Tragara from Naples Capodichino Airport or Naples Central Railway Station, including hydrofoil and luggage service, one way and return
• Cost: through May 30, €2,200; from May 31 – September 15, €2,500; from September 16 – October 31, €2,200.

  To book the Rome & Capri Dream Escape, please visit www.manfrediproperties.it or call +39 081 8370844.

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Hotel Punta Tragara
Hotel Punta Tragara is part of the Manfredi Fine Hotel Collection, owned by brothers Leonardo and Goffredo Ceglia Manfredi, third generation Italian Counts. The hotel offers complete privacy in a sophisticated atmosphere, yet all the buzz of the famous “Piazzetta” is just a ten-minute walk away. Legendary architect Le Corbusier conceived this cliffside Mediterranean villa of 44 guestrooms and two restaurants overlooking the famous Faraglioni sea stacks and Marina Piccola. For decades the hotel has welcomed famous guests like Frank Sinatra, Eisenhower, Churchill and an array of contemporary writers and artists. The rich history of the building is evident throughout the hotel, in which archaeological finds, tapestries and antique furniture blend in perfectly with a contemporary style. Maintaining its allure as a sophisticated retreat, the hotel recently added UNICA Beauty & SPA offering four treatment rooms and a range of spa treatments from the famous Guinot brand. The hotel’s “Monzù” Restaurant, headed by Chef Arcucci, welcomes guests with its superb menu of fresh, seasonal dishes that take inspiration from the traditional cuisine of Capri and Naples. www.manfrediproperties.it

Hotel Palazzo Manfredi
Hotel Palazzo Manfredi is part of the Manfredi Fine Hotel Collection, owned by brothers Leonardo and Goffredo Manfredi, third generation Italian Counts. Nestled in the heart of ancient Rome, Palazzo Manfredi is the only hotel in the capital located directly across from the Colosseum, the Domus Aurea and Neros Gardens. Built over original gladiator training grounds and linked via a tunnel to the Colosseum, the recently renovated, five-star-deluxe hotel has 14 rooms and 2 suites, all with stylish décor, fine Italian fabrics and superb views. The terrace of new rooftop AROMA restaurant, which offers a gourmet Mediterranean menu with Roman style, looks right out over the whole of Imperial Rome. For guests looking to explore the city, the hotel’s Lamborghini Gallardo is available for a spin around Rome. Guests also have access to Palazzo Manfredi’s personal shopper with access to the very best shops in Rome. www.manfrediproperties.it