Travel Agent - May 12, 2008 - (Page 29) verkaaik@outrigger.com, 808-742-3522). The resort also has a travel agent liaison, Gana Maheshwaran, assistant general manager (gana. maheshwaran@outrigger.com, 808-742-3559). The resort’s reservations agent is Nida Constantino (nida.constantino@outrigger.com, 808-742-3559). Aqua Bamboo & Spa’s (www.aquaresorts. com) Waikiki location makes it a good choice for those who want to combine a city break with a beach vacation. This boutique “condotel” is 1½ blocks from Waikiki Beach, with facilities that include a spa, saltwater pool with waterfall and cabana and sauna. Complimentary amenities include daily continental breakfast, in-room Internet access and Wi-Fi in the lobby and poolside and coffee and tea service in the lobby. Steer families toward the One-Bedroom Family Suite with separate living area. The suite features one double, two twins and a sofa sleeper and can easily accommodate a family of four. These suites also have full kitchens or kitchenettes. For even larger families or groups, ResortQuest Kaanapali Shores’ resort combines the convenience of a condo with the services of a hotel the two-bedroom/two-bath Penthouse Suite accommodates up to five guests. Studio Deluxe Rooms have views of the pools, while the OneBedroom Deluxe, Pikake and Maile Suites, on higher floors, provide mountain and city views. The travel agent liaison is Zenie Butay, guest services supervisor (808-922-7777). Agents can also contact Tulinh Luciano-DeSmith, director of market sales (tluciano-desmith@aqua resorts.com). The property’s AquaSPA has one treatment room that can accommodate up to three people. Treatments can also be performed outdoors in the cabana or poolside. The most popular therapy is the 60-minute Romance Massage for couples, utilizing a combination of Swedish and Hawaiian lomi lomi massage techniques. Book treatments for clients ahead of time by contacting AquaSPA reservations at 808-924-2782. I CONNECTING YOU For more information on vacation options in Hawaii, visit www.travelagentcentral.com/usa-hawaii Enjoy your Extend the pleasure of Maui Every day is packed with fun. Every evening is a dream. Maui beckons you to visit a little longer. And The Fairmont Kea Lani is pleased to extend your stay. Every fifth night is complimentary. Come enjoy The Fairmont Kea Lani nestled on Polo Beach in Wailea, Maui. 5th Night Free Subject to availability. Travel dates 8/24 – 11/21/08 and 11/30 – 12/18/08 Contact your preferred wholesaler or 1.888.570.9494 www.fairmont.com/kealani Interested? Request #008. May 12, 2008 TravelAgent | 29 http://www.aquaresorts.com http://www.aquaresorts.com http://www.travelagentcentral.com/usa-hawaii http://www.fairmont.com/kealani http://www.fairmont.com/kealani
Table of Contents Feed for the Digital Edition of Travel Agent - May 12, 2008 Travel Agent - May 12, 2008 Online Now Contents Contributors From the Editor From the Publisher Europe: Bruges Might be One of Belgium’s Best-Kept Secrets Hawaii: Condo Resorts Provide a Plethora of Vacation Choices Pacific/Asia: Manila has Plenty to Offer Visitors of Every Taste Alaska: Icy Strait Point Offers Authentic Alaskan Adventure Pacific Northwest: Airplane Buffs and Wine Aficionados Enjoy Washington Las Vegas: Let Your Hair Down at Some of these Casual Bars Central & South America: History and Culture Beckon in Guatemala Caribbean & The Bahamas: Recent Renovations Have Made the Westin Aruba Resort a Jewel of the Island Cruises: A New Musical is Making Waves on Disney Wonder San Diego Becomes a Major Cruise Port Cover Story: Top Tips for Selling in a Down Economy Rail Travel: Sightseeing and a Gourmet Meal on the Royal Livingstone Express Hotels: There is Plenty to Do at Ski Resorts in the Summer Tours: Photos from the 33rd Annual Mountain Travel Symposium Agent: Eric Ardolino has Won the Technology War Customer Relations: Ensemble Agents use CRM tools Agenda: Fam Trips, Deals & Incentives, Calendar Luxury Travel Expo Jamaica Will License Casinos Enormous Cruise Ships are Planned ResortQuest Hawaii Continues to Grow 2008 TMU Conference Recap In the Spotlight Agent Access Classified Marketplace Editorial Index Advertising Index Trendwatch Travel Agent - 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May 12, 2008 - From the Publisher (Page 14) Travel Agent - May 12, 2008 - From the Publisher (Page 15) Travel Agent - May 12, 2008 - From the Publisher (Page 16) Travel Agent - May 12, 2008 - From the Publisher (Page 17) Travel Agent - May 12, 2008 - Europe: Bruges Might be One of Belgium’s Best-Kept Secrets (Page 18) Travel Agent - May 12, 2008 - Europe: Bruges Might be One of Belgium’s Best-Kept Secrets (Page 19) Travel Agent - May 12, 2008 - Europe: Bruges Might be One of Belgium’s Best-Kept Secrets (Page 20) Travel Agent - May 12, 2008 - Europe: Bruges Might be One of Belgium’s Best-Kept Secrets (Page 21) Travel Agent - May 12, 2008 - Europe: Bruges Might be One of Belgium’s Best-Kept Secrets (Page 22) Travel Agent - May 12, 2008 - Europe: Bruges Might be One of Belgium’s Best-Kept Secrets (Page 23) Travel Agent - May 12, 2008 - Hawaii: Condo Resorts Provide a Plethora of Vacation Choices (Page 24) Travel Agent - May 12, 2008 - Hawaii: Condo Resorts Provide a Plethora of Vacation Choices (Page 25) Travel Agent - May 12, 2008 - Hawaii: Condo Resorts Provide a Plethora of Vacation Choices (Page 26) Travel Agent - May 12, 2008 - Hawaii: Condo Resorts Provide a Plethora of Vacation Choices (Page 27) Travel Agent - May 12, 2008 - Hawaii: Condo Resorts Provide a Plethora of Vacation Choices (Page 28) Travel Agent - May 12, 2008 - Hawaii: Condo Resorts Provide a Plethora of Vacation Choices (Page 29) Travel Agent - May 12, 2008 - Pacific/Asia: Manila has Plenty to Offer Visitors of Every Taste (Page 30) Travel Agent - May 12, 2008 - Pacific/Asia: Manila has Plenty to Offer Visitors of Every Taste (Page 31) Travel Agent - May 12, 2008 - Pacific/Asia: Manila has Plenty to Offer Visitors of Every Taste (Page 32) Travel Agent - May 12, 2008 - Pacific/Asia: Manila has Plenty to Offer Visitors of Every Taste (Page 33) Travel Agent - May 12, 2008 - Alaska: Icy Strait Point Offers Authentic Alaskan Adventure (Page 34) Travel Agent - May 12, 2008 - Alaska: Icy Strait Point Offers Authentic Alaskan Adventure (Page 35) Travel Agent - May 12, 2008 - Alaska: Icy Strait Point Offers Authentic Alaskan Adventure (Page 36) Travel Agent - May 12, 2008 - Alaska: Icy Strait Point Offers Authentic Alaskan Adventure (Page 37) Travel Agent - May 12, 2008 - Pacific Northwest: Airplane Buffs and Wine Aficionados Enjoy Washington (Page 38) Travel Agent - May 12, 2008 - Pacific Northwest: Airplane Buffs and Wine Aficionados Enjoy Washington (Page 39) Travel Agent - May 12, 2008 - Las Vegas: Let Your Hair Down at Some of these Casual Bars (Page 40) Travel Agent - May 12, 2008 - Las Vegas: Let Your Hair Down at Some of these Casual Bars (Page 41) Travel Agent - May 12, 2008 - Las Vegas: Let Your Hair Down at Some of these Casual Bars (Page 42) Travel Agent - May 12, 2008 - Las Vegas: Let Your Hair Down at Some of these Casual Bars (Page 43) Travel Agent - May 12, 2008 - Central & South America: History and Culture Beckon in Guatemala (Page 44) Travel Agent - May 12, 2008 - Central & South America: History and Culture Beckon in Guatemala (Page 45) Travel Agent - May 12, 2008 - Caribbean & The Bahamas: Recent Renovations Have Made the Westin Aruba Resort a Jewel of the Island (Page 46) Travel Agent - May 12, 2008 - Caribbean & The Bahamas: Recent Renovations Have Made the Westin Aruba Resort a Jewel of the Island (Page 47) Travel Agent - May 12, 2008 - Caribbean & The Bahamas: Recent Renovations Have Made the Westin Aruba Resort a Jewel of the Island (Page 48) Travel Agent - May 12, 2008 - Caribbean & The Bahamas: Recent Renovations Have Made the Westin Aruba Resort a Jewel of the Island (Page 49) Travel Agent - May 12, 2008 - Caribbean & The Bahamas: Recent Renovations Have Made the Westin Aruba Resort a Jewel of the Island (Page 50) Travel Agent - May 12, 2008 - Caribbean & The Bahamas: Recent Renovations Have Made the Westin Aruba Resort a Jewel of the Island (Page 51) Travel Agent - May 12, 2008 - Caribbean & The Bahamas: Recent Renovations Have Made the Westin Aruba Resort a Jewel of the Island (Page 52) Travel Agent - May 12, 2008 - Caribbean & The Bahamas: Recent Renovations Have Made the Westin Aruba Resort a Jewel of the Island (Page 53) Travel Agent - May 12, 2008 - Cruises: A New Musical is Making Waves on Disney Wonder (Page 54) Travel Agent - May 12, 2008 - Cruises: A New Musical is Making Waves on Disney Wonder (Page 55) Travel Agent - May 12, 2008 - San Diego Becomes a Major Cruise Port (Page 56) Travel Agent - May 12, 2008 - San Diego Becomes a Major Cruise Port (Page 57) Travel Agent - May 12, 2008 - San Diego Becomes a Major Cruise Port (Page 58) Travel Agent - May 12, 2008 - San Diego Becomes a Major Cruise Port (Page 59) Travel Agent - May 12, 2008 - Cover Story: Top Tips for Selling in a Down Economy (Page 60) Travel Agent - May 12, 2008 - Cover Story: Top Tips for Selling in a Down Economy (Page 61) Travel Agent - May 12, 2008 - Cover Story: Top Tips for Selling in a Down Economy (Page 62) Travel Agent - May 12, 2008 - Cover Story: Top Tips for Selling in a Down Economy (Page 63) Travel Agent - May 12, 2008 - Cover Story: Top Tips for Selling in a Down Economy (Page 64) Travel Agent - May 12, 2008 - Cover Story: Top Tips for Selling in a Down Economy (Page 65) Travel Agent - May 12, 2008 - Rail Travel: Sightseeing and a Gourmet Meal on the Royal Livingstone Express (Page 66) Travel Agent - May 12, 2008 - Rail Travel: Sightseeing and a Gourmet Meal on the Royal Livingstone Express (Page 67) Travel Agent - May 12, 2008 - Hotels: There is Plenty to Do at Ski Resorts in the Summer (Page 68) Travel Agent - May 12, 2008 - Hotels: There is Plenty to Do at Ski Resorts in the Summer (Page 69) Travel Agent - May 12, 2008 - Hotels: There is Plenty to Do at Ski Resorts in the Summer (Page 70) Travel Agent - May 12, 2008 - Hotels: There is Plenty to Do at Ski Resorts in the Summer (Page 71) Travel Agent - May 12, 2008 - Tours: Photos from the 33rd Annual Mountain Travel Symposium (Page 72) Travel Agent - May 12, 2008 - Tours: Photos from the 33rd Annual Mountain Travel Symposium (Page 73) Travel Agent - May 12, 2008 - Tours: Photos from the 33rd Annual Mountain Travel Symposium (Page 74) Travel Agent - May 12, 2008 - Tours: Photos from the 33rd Annual Mountain Travel Symposium (Page 75) Travel Agent - May 12, 2008 - Tours: Photos from the 33rd Annual Mountain Travel Symposium (Page 76) Travel Agent - May 12, 2008 - Agent: Eric Ardolino has Won the Technology War (Page 77) Travel Agent - May 12, 2008 - Customer Relations: Ensemble Agents use CRM tools (Page 78) Travel Agent - May 12, 2008 - Agenda: Fam Trips, Deals & Incentives, Calendar (Page 79) Travel Agent - May 12, 2008 - Luxury Travel Expo (Page 80) Travel Agent - May 12, 2008 - Luxury Travel Expo (Page 81) Travel Agent - May 12, 2008 - Jamaica Will License Casinos (Page 82) Travel Agent - May 12, 2008 - Enormous Cruise Ships are Planned (Page 83) Travel Agent - May 12, 2008 - Enormous Cruise Ships are Planned (Page 84) Travel Agent - May 12, 2008 - ResortQuest Hawaii Continues to Grow (Page 85) Travel Agent - May 12, 2008 - 2008 TMU Conference Recap (Page 86) Travel Agent - May 12, 2008 - In the Spotlight (Page 87) Travel Agent - May 12, 2008 - Agent Access (Page 88) Travel Agent - May 12, 2008 - Agent Access (Page 89) Travel Agent - 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