Luxury Travel Advisor - May 2008 - (Page 38)

VILLA I PALAZZI AND CASALE guests can gather around a working fireplace for cozy conversation (right). BEDROOMS of Villa I Palazzi and Casale are classically decorated (below, left). A PLACID POOL lures guests of Palazzi and Casale (below, right). (The villa is in peak demand in July and August.) Have your clients' private jets fly into Pablo Picasso Airport in Málaga. Feel free to contact General Manager Pilar Blanco (pilar.blanco@villa zzo.com; 34-952-90-7141) with any questions. Whether you' re planning a family reunion or a couples-only getaway, Villas of Distinction' s (www.villasofdistinction.com) Fustic House Private Estate is set on 11 acres along a ridge overlooking Barbados' s St. Lucy coastline. The six-bedroom estate dates back to 1740 and was redesigned in the late 1970s by Oliver Messel. While the Seaview Suite opens onto a tropical terrace overlooking the Caribbean Sea, guests residing in the Mahogany and Wicker Suites will love the private outdoor showers. While on property, clients can lounge by the lagoon swimming pool, wander through the lush gardens or take a short walk to the beach. Kids can hang out in the game room or release some pentup energy on the trampoline. There' s also the option of heading to the exclusive Port St. Charles Yacht Club, as all guests have membership privileges. Your VIPs can dine at the members-only restaurant, only five miles away, or unwind by the swimming pool. Tip: Ask in-house, worldclass chef Kenroy to whip up any favorite dishes; be sure not to miss out on his delectable homemade ice cream. Book well in advance for Christmas and other major holidays; February and March are also busy booking periods. Tip: Arrange to have a company representative greet your jetsetters at Grantley Adams International Airport to speed up the customs and immigrations process. To help sort out details for your high-end client' s stay, contact Kim Palmer (kim@villasofdistinction. com; 800-289-0900, ext. 242). If a Greek-isle getaway is in your clients' travel plans, consider booking Wimco' s (www.wimco. com) Villa Liv Blu on Mykonos. The elegant, five-bedroom hilltop property overlooks the Aegean Sea, affording guests spectacular views of the Cycladic Island and Delos. (While the villa can host up to 10 people, larger groups can be accommodated in the adjacent villa as well.) Those resting their heads in the master bedroom will love the privacy (it' s detached from the main part of the villa) and the open-air bathroom, yet the focal point of Villa Liv Blu is its lap pool, which boasts a sunken gazebo. Wimco' s local villa manager will greet your VIPs at the airport; car rentals, helicopter transfers or private charter rentals can be arranged as well. Be sure to get a list of client must-haves so the refrigerator is fully stocked upon their arrival. Of course, if they prefer to leave the cooking duties behind, request the services of private chef Alexandros Kirtsalidis, who can create theme-night dining experiences, from Greek specialties to wood-fire BBQs. (Spa therapies can also be booked by Wimco.) To get a unique taste of Mykonos, arrange for a traditional Greek kaikis (boat) to transport your travelers to Delos' s ancient site, or organize a day of beach hopping with a dinner stop in the southern part of the island. If your clients plan to leave the kids behind for a more private outing, have your destination specialist arrange for a babysitter. As July and August are high season, Wimco recommends booking at least six to nine months in advance. If your clients plan on bringing any four-legged friends along, call ahead to get permission (800-932-3222). Although the villa is generally not pet-friendly, exceptions can be made. 38 LUXURY TRAVEL ADVISOR | May 2008 http://www.wimco.com http://www.wimco.com http://www.villasofdistinction.com

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