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Due to the tremendous success of the Beaches BFF Girls Getaway, we are happy to announce that we have opened up new dates for this fantastic offer!

The Beaches Friends Forever (B.F.F) Getaway is available exclusively at Beaches Turks & Caicos for travel October 2 - 6, 2008. Whether single, married, or simply looking to get away with the girls, the B.F.F Getaway will be sure to deliver fun, sun and the ultimate girls bonding experience!

Details as follows:

Promotion Name: Beaches BFF Girls Getaway

Booking Window: Now September 30, 2008

Travel Window: October 2 - 6, 2008

Resorts: Beaches Turks & Caicos Resort & Spa

Categories: Run of House

Cost: $1034 per person

Offer: Cocktail Party, Sunset Catamaran sail-away; beach yoga and

seaside Pilates, chartered private snorkeling, island dance classes,

Spice It Up Caribbean cooking class learn how, then enjoy;

Wine-ing Allowed food & wine balance,

Escape with a good book bonfire night/pajama party and much, more!

Also as an added value we are tossing in a slew of goodies and welcome gifts (t-shirts, beach bags, etc.), a 10% discount at the gift shop,

a free 5 X 7 photograph, plus a $200 Red Lane Spa voucher.

Call Penny today (888) 336-8133 or email travel@rmci.net

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  • We are pleased to announce the new name of the “Million Dollar” suites at Sandals Regency La Toc Golf Resort and Spa in St. Lucia: 

    Due to the limited inventory, these incredible new suites are on a request basis only,
    and will be accepting guests on July 1, 2008!

    Sandals Regency La Toc Golf Resort & Spa in St. Lucia will debut four lavish Sunset Bluff Million Dollar Luxury Villas with Private Pool & Whirlpool this summer. According to Sandals Resorts CEO, Adam Stewart, the new villas, which will combine 700 square feet of living space and 400 square feet of outdoor space to make one dramatic and very indulgent private villa, are the epitome of the new Luxury Included Vacation Sandals Resorts introduced late last year.

    “We are committed to capturing the imagination of guests with suites that provide not only the best elements of comfort, privacy, service and opulence, but that offer settings that are truly awe-inspiring,” said Stewart.

    The new Sunset Bluff Million Dollar Luxury Villas with Private Pool & Whirlpool are cantilevered above the resort’s highest point, ensuring an unhindered, full 180-degree view of the Caribbean Sea and lush surrounding island of St. Lucia. An outdoor sundeck, that is accessible by either the living room or bedroom, captures sea breezes and features a waterfall that spills into a plunge pool with whirlpool. The setting is among the most dramatic in Sandals’ collection of luxury suites that are also located in Jamaica, Antigua and Nassau in The Bahamas. The four Sunset Bluff Million Dollar Luxury Villas will be accessible by golf cart only and all are butler category suites to ensure the highest, most personalized level of service.

    Million Dollar Design

    Known for introducing as standard, four-poster mahogany beds, the new Million Dollar Villas are a design departure for Sandals Resorts. According to the design team for Sandals Resorts, the traditional use of a four-poster bed presented a design challenge. “We didn’t want anything to distract from the view,” says Stewart.

    Instead, the room includes a more contemporary, clean-lined scheme of neutrals for the soft goods including an oversized sectional in the living room, upholstered headboard and footboard for the bed, which is covered in a custom-embroidered duvet and Egyptian cotton sheets. With its timeless, soft sheen French-polished, handmade mahogany furniture was used throughout. 42” plasma televisions are located in the living area and bedroom. Novel lighting techniques highlight windows that are draped in patent leather over linen and continue to draw the eye to the view. In the bath, a freestanding tub is set against a wall of white onyx pebbles. A custom vanity topped with thick marble and electric backlit mirrors that eliminate glare for better shaving and make-up application plus separate water close with bidet complete the setting. The result is soothing and inviting.

    “We are proud to introduce the new Sunset Bluff Million Dollar Luxury Villa at Sandals Regency La Toc,” said Stewart. “They take even further the new luxury experience we launched last year and best illustrate our commitment to unprecedented levels of service and amenities. We are a resort company dedicated to choice, style, and uncompromising standards. Our Million Dollar Villas are the crowning glory of a collection of spectacular suites that include enhanced food & beverage, lavish spas, luxury amenities, and exclusive partnerships. Sandals is the Luxury Included Vacation.”

    Plus, for a limited time guests can save up to 50% and receive
    2 nights FREE at Sandals Regency La Toc!

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  • UP-DATE ~ SANDALS & BEACHES RESORTS:

    All resorts now offer nightly Turndown Service and also a Honeymoon Program where honeymooners are made to feel especially welcome on their first night (honeymoon guests must register online prior to arrival to partake in the honeymoon program).

    SANDALS MONTEGO BAY

    The Sales Team of Sandals Montego Bay has put a new twist on the “Private Candle Light Dinner” as we know it. Now each couple has the option to advise how they want each location to be decorated. We construct make shift cabanas for each dinner location and each is uniquely decorated.

    SANDALS ROYAL CARIBBEAN RESORT & PRIVATE ISLAND

    In addition to the three Beach Cabanas on the Offshore Island, there are now three additional cabanas on the beach on the mainland. These were completed in the second week of February and the Rental of the cabanas began on Valentines Day. IMAGES ATTACHED.

    The Courtyard Restaurant has been renamed “Le Jardinier” and now serves French cuisine. Reservations are now required for dinner. This Restaurant seats 40 persons.

    SANDALS NEGRIL BEACH REORT & SPA

    The soft furnishing in the Paradise block have been changed and the rooms now have a lighter more modern look.

    There are four cabanas which are located on the far eastern end of the property by the dive pool. These cabanas are actually over the water.

    SANDALS REGENCY LA TOC GOLF RESORT & SPA in ST. LUCIA

    The Sunset One Bedroom Villa Suites with Private Pool (SV) has been renamed:
    �Sunset Bluff Million Dollar Luxury Villa with Private Pool & Whirlpool�.
    These impressive suites are due to open July 1, 2008.
    BEACHES NEGRIL RESORT & SPA

    All rooms on blocks 1 & 2 of the Savannah Block and blocks 4 & 5 of the Santa Cruz Block have been refurbished. The soft furnishing has been changed and the rooms now have a lighter, fresher look.

     There are eight cabanas that can be reserved per day for up to 5 persons. Rental hours are either from 8am - 5pm or 8am -10pm. IMAGE ATTACHED.
    Hours: 8:00 am � 5:00 pm
    Cost: $175 (5 guests) The day rate up until 5pm will include to following:

    -Private Cabana with Guests Name -Misting bottles with lemon grass water
    -Continental Breakfast -Fresh towels delivered twice a day
    -Personalized Cabana Concierge -Morning fruit platter
    -Cold Towels -Cooler with beer, sodas, juices & water
    -Choice of suntan oils -Lunch from buffet or beach grill

    -Cabana Concierge can arrange spa services �in cabana� at an additional cost
    -Photo services can be made available at an additional cost.

    Hours: 8:00am � 10:00pm
    Cost: $325.00 (5 guests) The all day rate will include all of the above in addition to a Private Candle Light Dinner at the Cabana for up to 5 guests.
    If there are more than 5 persons, the additional charges are $40 per adult and $25 per child. This is subject to change at the General Manager’s discretion. The cabanas are set up with all the amenities as well as a table and chairs to accommodate the entire group.

     Effective immediately, the cost for nanny services has increased.
    The cost is now:
    6pm - 11pm (1-3 children) - $10 per hour
    11pm and onward (1-3 children) - $15 per hour

    Seville Restaurant is now an adult only restaurant. The Restaurant only allows guests 16-years-old and older to dine.

    There is a new concierge lounge and sales office. The concierge lounge is larger and has a separate area for children/ teens to lounge while their parents do the paper work. IMAGES ATTACHED.

    The XBOX� Game Oasis which was once 2 separate rooms has been opened up into one room, joined by a lounge area for children/ teens. IMAGES ATTACHED.

    The new Liquid Night Club at Beaches is now open! Liquid at Beaches offers tweens and teens under 21 a cool place to visit when the sun goes down. And the best part� no parents allowed! The lounge, reminiscent of an underwater scene with blue glow lighting, shimmer and bubble screens, and wave-adorned walls, also includes: four cabanas with VIP sections; Technicolor lights; the latest sound equipment from London and exciting guest DJs. Teens are able to enjoy the vibrant new night club until 10pm nightly. The teen activity coordinator arranges activities for teens which will include parties in the new night club. IMAGES ATTACHED.

    The Safari Bar which is located next to the Liquid Night club is under construction as will be transformed to become the new “Teen Centre”. At present the billiards room is used as the hang out spot for teens, however once the “Teen Centre” is complete, they will have their own space to lounge and participate in organized activities with their Teen activity coordinator.

    BEACHES SANDY BAY

    The Kids Camp area has been repainted and the used of more vibrant color has made the Kids Camp more child friendly.

    The games in the XBOX� Game Oasis are changed every two days by the Kids Camp Manager so children don’t get bored playing the same games every day.

    Effective immediately, the cost of the Private Nanny service has changed.
    The cost is now:
    6pm - 11pm - $10 per hour (1-3 children)
    11pm and onward - $15 per hour (1-3 children)

    The large armoires in the Deluxe - Luxury room categories have been replaced with smaller armoires giving the rooms more space.

    BEACHES BOSCOBEL RESORT & GOLF CLUB

    The new Pirates Island Water Park is now open and sits on an expansive 27,000 sq ft. area, featuring nine additional slides. There are six new kiddie slides, a Treasure Isle Aqua-Play area complete with water cannons and a treasure chest, a kid�s zone and zero entry kiddie pool completed with a misting crab, a squirting sea turtle and a splashing seahorse. For the not-so-young but young at heart, the Water Park features a tube slide, a body slide and a speed slide. There is also a Water Crawl Cargo Net Aqua-Play Structure, complete with sea creature-themed stepping-stones including a starfish, an oyster shell and a nautilus shell made from soft-play resilient foam. There are now eleven slides in total.

    Effective immediately, the cost of the Private Nanny service has changed.
    The cost is now:
    6pm - 11pm - $10 per hour (1-3 children)
    11pm and onward - $15 per hour (1-3 children)

    BEACHES TURKS & CAICOS RESORT & SPA

    Coming soon: The all-new 180 suite Italian Village!

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