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Maui Ocean Center will kick off 2008 as International Year of the Reef with a week of special activities, presentations, visiting conservation organizations, and fun kid’s activities from January 20th through January 26th. Other events will include a reef-themed coloring contest, a children’s sleepover on Friday, January 4th, a beach cleanup on February 2nd, prizes, giveaways and more! On January 17th, the public is invited to attend a special evening event “Night at the Reef” from 6:00pm – 8:00pm, and enjoy the rare opportunity to explore the aquarium after dark. International Year of the Reef is a global campaign of events and initiatives to help raise awareness about the value and importance of coral reefs. Many activities throughout the week will be offered complimentary with aquarium admission. Naturalist presentations are scheduled throughout the day from 9:30am until 3:00pm covering a variety of topics and offering information about Hawaii’s coral reefs and sustainability. Each day from 10:00am-2:00pm the public will have the opportunity to learn about some of the coral reef conservation efforts from local non-profit organizations set up at booths in Maui Ocean Center’s Living Reef exhibit. Coral themed children's crafts will be available from 10:00am – 2:00pm on January 20, 23, and 26. Coral Stations will also be available daily with interesting diagrams and coral props that visitors can touch and feel as our marine naturalists explain the artifacts. Night at the Reef on January 17th will offer the public a unique opportunity to explore the aquarium after hours and learn about our oceans from local eco-organizations. Admission to Night at the Reef is $18 for adults with discounts for children, member, and kama’aina.
OCEANA SANTA MONICA NOW OPEN HOLLAND AMERICA Line OFFERS ATTRACTIVE SAVINGS Cruisers who book Holland America Line through the end of February will be rewarded with exceptional savings on select sailings across all Holland America Line cruise destinations. With the View and Verandah promotion, clients can upgrade from an inside stateroom to an outside for as little as $100 depending on the sailing.
View and Verandah promotion fares on Alaska cruises and tours offer a savings up to $450 per person off brochure fares depending on sailing date. With eight ships sailing Alaska itineraries and 29 different cruise tours, Holland America Line offers numero Holland America Line’s fleet of 13 ships offers nearly 500 cruises to 314 ports of call in 97 countries, territories or dependencies. Two- to 108-day itineraries visit all seven continents, including Antarctica, South America, Australia/New Zealand and Asia voyages; a Grand World Voyage; and popular sailings to ports in the Caribbean, Alaska, Mexico, Canada/New England, Europe and Panama Canal. “ACTIVE GIRLFRIEND GETAWAYS” Surf's Up: JetBlue to Fly Between Fort Lauderdale
With the addition of this new service to Aguadilla, JetBlue will offer as many as 45 flights per day between its Fort Lauderdale focus city and 15 top destinations across the United States and Puerto Rico. JetBlue offers more flights to Puerto Rico and more flights to the Caribbean/Atlantic region than any other low-fare, low-cost airline. "With top-notch inflight entertainment, free snacks, the most legroom in coach, and award-winning customer service all included in one great price, JetBlue continues to prove that low fares can, in fact, come with high standards," said Rick DeMarco, JetBlue's area manager for "We view JetBlue's new service between Fort Lauderdale and Aguadilla to be a smart business move, consistent with the airline's record as an industry leader in market analysis and in passenger satisfaction and service," said Terestella Gonzalez Denton, executive director of the Puerto Rico Tourism Company. "Last year alone, approximately 5.7 million people traveled through one of Puerto Rico's international airports. Among the regions of Puerto Rico that have experienced the highest growth in passenger traffic is the Porta del Sol on the west side of the island. We attribute this success to the region's amazing tourist attractions, its proximity to the mainland, and the recent improvements made to Aguadilla's airport facilities, which in turn enhance passenger and cargo capabilities." Customers flying JetBlue between Fort Lauderdale and Puerto Rico will travel in style aboard JetBlue's Airbus A320 fleet, which features a spacious cabin and all-leather seating as well as complimentary first-run movies and bonus features from FOX InFlight(tm) on JetBlue's signature seatback televisions. Flights are conveniently timed to allow connections in Fort Lauderdale to cities across the airline's U.S. network. Southbound service will operate via Ponce, Puerto Rico, while northbound service will operate nonstop to Fort Lauderdale.
From Christopher Mitchell. President Our 13th annual Florida Chautauqua Assembly program themed "A Journey into the American Presidency" is now being finalized, and I wanted to share with you our most recent newsletter detailing the event (attached) before we begin issuing media releases. Portland Hotels Raise Money For Cascade AIDS Project “We are committed to supporting CAP and take pride in being able to help raise funds and awareness for this important cause,” said Craig Thompson, general manager of the Hotel Monaco Portland. The Hotel Monaco Portland and the Hotel Vintage Plaza are part of San Francisco-based Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants, a leader in boutique hotels and supporter of AIDS/HIV awareness for more than 25 years. In 2006, Kimpton’s annual Red Ribbon Campaign raised more than $57,000 nationally for a variety of local HIV charities. Portland’s Red Hot Night party drew more than 200 supporters. Guests moved between party spaces viewing an AIDS media timeline, bidding on auction items such as framed celebrity kiss imprints for the ‘CAP It With A Kiss’ art gallery auction and a MAC cosmetic lipstick bar staffed by make-up artists – all while sipping specialty cocktails and snacking on hors d’oeuvres donated from Red Star and Pazzo Ristorante. Both Red Star and Pazzo donated 10% of their dinner sales that evening to CAP. Founded in 1983, Cascade AIDS Project is the oldest and largest community-based provider of HIV services, housing, education and advocacy in Oregon and Southwest Washington. To learn more about CAP, visit www.cascadeaids.org or contact Community & Donor Relations Director Roma Peyser at rpeyser@cascadeaids.org and (503) 223-5907. For more information on the Hotel Monaco Portland, located at 506 S.W. Washington at 5th Avenue, Portland, OR 97204, visit www.hotelmonaco-portland.com or call (503) 222-0001 locally, (800) 711-2971 in the U.S. and Canada. For more information on the Hotel Vintage Plaza, located at 422 SW Broadway, Portland, OR 97205, visit www.vintageplaza.com or call (503) 228-1212 or (800) 263-2305 in the U.S. and Canada. NEW SPA OPENS AT NISBET PLANTATION BEACH CLUB, THE CARIBBEAN’S ONLY PLANTATION INN LOCATED ON THE BEACH Nisbet Plantation Beach Club announces the re-creation and opening of The Palms Spa. This cottage spa will complement guests’ vacation experiences at one of the Caribbean’s most romantic and idyllic resorts and the Caribbean’s only historic plantation inn located directly on the beach. Newly located and completely redesigned in an expanded space, The Palms Spa offers guests superlative service with the ultimate in rejuvenating treatments. To celebrate the opening of The Palms Spa, Nisbet is offering the Spa Celebration Package:
Package price is based on double occupancy and includes all taxes and gratuities. Guests to Nisbet Plantation can further indulge by enjoying the serenity of The Palms Spa. With a partner or alone, guests may choose from a full selection of massage, body treatments, facials, manicures and pedicures. Expert therapists give various treatments in a tranquil private milieu for couples, as well as a separate room for singles. An enclosed air-conditioned patio provides a pampering space for manicures and pedicures. Couples can relax after massage and sip tea or champagne on a private patio under the shushing palm trees. Sample treatments include a Custom Massage in which highly skilled therapists work with guests to create a customized treatment, combining the techniques of Swedish, deep-tissue, acupressure, etc. The Nisbet Plantation Signature Massage focuses on pure relaxation, perfect for recent arrivals from cold climates or after a little too much sun. Gently swaying coconut palms on a private white sand beach is what one will envision with this intensely hydrating treatment. The massage begins with a full body dry brush to gently exfoliate skin, followed by a gentle relaxing massage with signature "Island Breezes" body butter and a warm coconut oil scalp massage. “We have considered every detail in re-creating The Palms Spa to ensure that our guests leave their experience ‘floating’ in a state of supreme relaxation,” says Co-General Manager and Spa Director Erin Hurd. With an extensive background of spa/fitness development and resort spa management, as well as certification in spa therapy, Hurd has applied her expertise to the project. As with everything at Nisbet Plantation Beach Club, the attention to detail is evident in the new facility and offerings. The new spa presents signature products including shampoo, conditioner, body wash and lotion, suntan oil and an after-sun hydrating treatment featuring The Palms’ own unique scent, which will be provided for purchase and as room amenities. The Palms Spa also will be introducing Epicuren products among their offerings. Nisbet Director of Guest Services Steve Tyson will be pleased to assist guests in advance of their stay or after arrival to make reservations for spa treatments at The Palms Spa or in the privacy of their cottage room. For more information or reservations, visit www.NisbetPlantation.com or call 869-469-9325. About Nisbet Plantation The plantation’s beautifully-restored Great House, which dates from 1778, and 36 charming cottages all with modern conveniences are set in 30 acres of lush tropical foliage. The resort recently completed a multi-million dollar renovation. Just this month it was announced that Nisbet has been ranked by Condé Nast Traveler’s readers in the top 3 of all Caribbean resorts. Nisbet has two AAA 4-Diamond Awards — one for the hotel and one for the Great House dining room — one of only two air-conditioned dining venues on Nevis. If customer satisfaction is the key measure of the quality experience a guest receives, then it is important to note that Nisbet Plantation is one of the Top 10 Caribbean hotels based on reviews posted on TripAdvisor.com and one of only a handful of hotels to receive a Perfect 5.0 Rating. For more information and reservations, visit www.NisbetPlantation.com |
SOUTHWEST CAN GIVE THE GIFT THAT KEEPS THEM COMING BACK.
SANTA MONICA, CA – Steps from the blue Pacific Ocean in one of Los Angeles' most prestigious neighborhoods, Oceana Santa Monica is now open after experiencing a multi-million dollar complete makeover. This intimate luxury hotel has been transformed into a private oasis in which only hotel guests will have access to experience an elevated level of luxury, privacy, service and attention. All of the key features of the hotel have been re-designed, from the size of the rooms and newly created cuisine service to the professional, trained and personal staff and posh amenities to create the ultimate destination experience. Visit 
“These are great values for cruise travelers,” said Richard D. Meadows, CTC, executive vice president, marketing, sales and guest relations. “View and Verandah savings apply to most sailings in 2008 and help make this time of year the best time to plan a vacation.”
us adventures exploring Alaska’s great frontier, from the Inside Passage to the Arctic Circle, and through the expansive wilderness of the Yukon Territory.
JetBlue Airways (Nasdaq:JBLU) is making it easier than ever to breeze off to the surfer's paradise of Aguadilla, Puerto Rico, with new daily service from Fort Lauderdale beginning February 15, 2008. To celebrate its expanded service to the west coast of Puerto Rico, the customer-friendly airline is offering fares beginning at just $49(a) each way between Fort Lauderdale and Aguadilla.
On Thursday, November 29th, the Hotel Monaco Portland and the Hotel Vintage Plaza co-hosted their annual Red Ribbon Campaign fundraiser with a 
samba-infused soiree that raised more than $3,200 for CAP, bringing the Portland Kimpton properties’ fundraising total to nearly $6,000 for 2007. © 2008 Bonnie Carroll, All Rights Reserved
