Travel Agent - May 26, 2008 - (Page 76)

HOTELS Beaches of South Walton is a 26-mile-long expanse on Florida’s Gulf Coast PHOTO BY BEACHES OF SOUTH WALTON TDC Beaches of ALTHOUGH YOUR CLIENTS ARE JUST NOW GETTING GEARED UP FOR SUMMER, it isn’t too early to start suggesting plans for late summer and early fall. Here are a few packages to keep in mind for the Northwest Gulf Coast of the Sunshine State. The 26-mile-long expanse known as The Beaches of South Walton (www.beachesof southwalton.com) is a calm community on Northwest Florida’s Gulf Coast, which exudes a sense of Southern hospitality and warmth. The area consists of 14 communities, and several different properties rest within each one, almost guaranteeing a suitable option for any type of clientele. Here are some packages to keep in mind for your clients. 76 | TravelAgent May 26, 2008 SOUTH WALTON PACKAGES Resorts on Florida’s Gulf Coast are offering getaway deals for summer and fall Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort (www. sandestin.com) is offering the Beach Basics package, which includes lodging in the Bayside Inn; one customized facial; a paraffin manicure and pedicure; one deep-condition hair treatment; and one hair wash and styling. Prices for two start at $399 per night from September to October. Also in September and October, spa-goers can take advantage of the Sandestin Spa Package, which includes accommodations in the Bayside Inn, as well as two therapeutic massages, one customized facial, one manicure, a paraffin pedicure and daily breakfast for two at Another Broken Egg Café. The entire two-night package is $808, based on double occupancy. BY MACKENZIE ALLISON For more information, call 850-267-8000. Perfect for a girlfriends’ getaway, Southern Resorts’ (www.southernresorts.com) Adagio property, on Blue Mountain Beach, is offering a package that includes a stay at the hotel for $350 per night from August 9 to August 31 or $270 per night from September 1 to October 31. The package also includes a gift bag with beach towels, wine glasses and dinner for four at the nearby Santa Rosa Beach Club. For those getaways that include a large group (think bacheolorette party), Southern Resorts is also offering a package for its beachfront Villa Royal home. This accommodation sits in the Vizcaya community and sleeps 10 people. CONTINUED ON PAGE 78 http://www.sandestin.com http://www.sandestin.com http://www.southernresorts.com http://www.beachesofsouthwalton.com http://www.beachesofsouthwalton.com

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Travel Agent - May 26, 2008 Online Now Contents Contributors From the Editor Las Vegas: New Luxury Lounges and Gourmet Restaurants Lure Non-Gambling Vacationers Europe: Bettoja Hotels Provide a Personal Touch in Italy Pacific/Asia: Kyoto Blends History and Culture in a Serene City Pacific/Asia News and Notes Mexico: Food and Service Entice at Four All-Inclusive Riviera Maya Hotels Special Supplement: The Best of Portugal with Pestana and Pousadas Mexico Deals Caribbean: Region Makes Great Strides in the Ecotour Niche Caribbean News and Notes Cruises: A look at the Swiss Sapphire River Cruiser from its Christening and Inaugural Sailing Norwegian Cruise Lines offers something new Cover Story: Selling Golf Hotels: Golf Resorts with the Budget Golfer in Mind Resorts on Florida’s Gulf Coast Offer Getaway Deals for Summer and Fall Going for Gold: Hertz Incentive Program Encourages Agents to Book Car Rentals Tours: Summer Tour Packages Make the World Affordable for Your Clients Agent Profile: Connie Majors Goes the Extra Mile Members Know: American Express Joins the Networking Bandwagon Agenda: Fam Trips, Deals & Incentives, Calendar What Makes a Professional Agent? Hawaii Tourism Adjusts to Changes Asia is the Hot New Cruise Destination The Latest Caribbean Trends In the Spotlight Classified Marketplace Editorial Index Advertising Index Trendwatch

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