GUATEMALA: A Jungle Escape…A la Luxe
Where: Las Lagunas, Peten, Guatemala (www.laslagunashotel.com) The Value: 30% savings*
Minutes away from the magnificent ruins of Tikal, Uaxactún and Yaxhá, Las Lagunas Boutique Hotel offers 300 acres of lush, private reserve that focuses on the conservation of the Guatemala’s native species. With just 19 suites, the property offers an intimate encounter with nature, offering safarilike adventures from daily ATV tours through the jungle where you’ll spot ocelots, boars, and deers, to boat rides to Monkey Island, where you’ll have the opportunity to meet-and-greet friendly monkeys, and even feed them fruits and vegetables for breakfast. Back on property, indulge at the Shultún restaurant, and enjoy some R&R at the half-moon swimming pool that overlooks the Quexil Lagoon.The “Luxury Escape” offer includes two nights in a waterfront suite, a tour to Monkey Island, welcome cocktails, bicycle and kayak rental, daily breakfast “a la carte,” a 3-course meal for two, and transport to and from the airport — at a 30% savings. Package price is $599 for two nights with taxes included.
To book it, visit www.laslagunashotel.com, or call 1 (502) 7790-0300. Valid for booking and travel from September 1st to October 31st, 2016. (*Regular retail room rates start at $340/night plus tax).
UP CLOSE & PERSONAL IN THE GALAPAGOS ISLANDS
Where: The Galapagos Islands, Ecuador The Value: 10% off select fall sailings with Ecoventura (www.ecoventura. com)
An award-winning leader in sustainable travel through the Galapagos Islands, Ecoventura’s fleet of expedition yachts bring travelers to more than a dozen exclusive parks for up-close experiences with marine iguana, sea lions, and famed Galapagos tortoises. Cruises depart every Sunday from San Cristobal on two unique 7-night itineraries.
MV Origin launched in February of this year on its inaugural 7-night itinerary through the Galapagos Islands. The new yacht was created without the typical trade-off between sleek design and eco-friendly elements, but instead combines the two without compromising either. In fact, extra steps were taken to ensure the yacht was designed as one of the most environmentally friendly vessels in the Galapagos, reducing fossil fuel consumption by over 30% from similar yachts in the archipelago. MV Origin offers 10 spacious staterooms with panoramic windows, a sundeck with BBQ, Jacuzzi and fitness center. It also offers families the opportunity to travel together with connecting cabins and even triples.
With retail rates ranging from $4,300 to $6,500 per person for the week, this promotion offers significant savings – and this is truly a bucket list trip. Promotional rates start at $3,870. You can visit http://www.ecoventura.com/ galapagos-yachts/special-offers/ for more details.
CITY MEETS BEACH IN PANAMA
Where: Westin Playa Bonita. Panama City, Panama (www.westin.com/ playabonita) Offer: “Luxe & Local” Panama
Fall travelers can treat themselves to an indulgent, cultural escape in one of Latin America’s most thriving destinations at The Westin Playa Bonita, a tropical beachfront oasis just outside bustling Panama City. The resort is situated on a private stretch of golden coastline with views of ships waiting to enter the Panama Canal. With the resort’s Luxe & Local Panama package, guests receive:
– two nights of accommodations – welcome drinks at the executive club lounge – full day tour to the historic city of Portobelo and Isla Grande’s turquoise Caribbean beaches – a 50-minute massage and dinner for two at one of the resort’s restaurants.
To book visit, www.westin.com/playabonita. Rates start at $589/night. Valid through December 2016.
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