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From: "ASMALLWORLD" <ASMALLWORLDgtravel.asmallworld.net> To: <jeeproject@yahoo.com> Subject: ASW Travel Deals: New York, Las Vegas, Colorado, Santa Fe and More Date: Wed, 28 Dec 2011 15:07:58 +0000 If you are unable to see this message. click here to view. To ensure delivery to your inbox. add ASMALLWORLD@travel.asmallworld.net to your address book. L..1A Small World Travel Deals It's the Final Countdown Wednesday, December 28, 2011 ;;;Curated By Jetsetter How adventurous were you in 2011? If the answer is not very, get with the program and book an epic trip before the ball drops. Swim with the fishes off South Africa's Wild Coast - SEAL Expeditions' sardine run dive will expose you to dolphins, whales, sharks and seals (those sardines sure are tasty). Schuss the pistes of chichi Courchevel in the French Alps and lay your head at Hotel des Trois Vallees, or traverse the Tuscan countryside with Love Velo and discover just how good a glass of Montepulciano tastes when you've cycled multiple miles to reach it. And if you prefer to go off the beaten path but skip the adrenaline rush, please allow us to introduce you to your private plunge pool at Alila Villas Soon, Bali. A Vegas Classic is Reborn '1 In«Ina Las l nios EFTA00687208 Gr Fresh off a $180 million transformation. Tropicana Las Vegas brings a fresh. breezy South Beach vibe to the Strip. The plantation-style guestrooms are spacious and teched out, an all-new 10.000-square-foot Glow spa glimmers, and the hub of it all is the four-acre pool, which is ringed by tropical landscaping and waterfalls. Topping off the Trop's rebirth are two rave-worthy restaurants: Biscayne Steak, Sea and Wine; and Bacio by Carla Pellegrino. The all-new Tropicana Las Vegas is so money, baby, and boy does it know it. Click here to visit sale Now Live Visit Sale The White-Gloved Fifth Avenue Experience 1 he sherry-xethereand - NYC • EFTA00687209 With views of Central Park and the yellow taxis barreling down Fifth Avenue, the Sherry Netherland guarantees a classic New York experience. Here, white gloved bell captains operate elevators from the Vanderbilt mansion, and the Harry Cipriani restaurant provides the room service. All 50 rooms and suites are individually designed and display the classic New York glamour that is the hotel's signature. Click here to visit sale Now Live A Monastic Stay in Santa Fe Hotel St. Francis - Santa Fe Visit Sale EFTA00687210 Named for the patron saint of Santa Fe, a city founded by Franciscan friars in 1610, Hotel St. Francis dates from 1880 and is just a block from the historic Plaza, with its basilica, restaurants and art galleries. This prime location. along with the hotel's monastic-chic decor, recently renovated guestrooms, well•regarded restaurant and charming bar, make this hotel an ideal base for exploring Santa Fe and the nearby Native American pueblos. Click here to visit sale Now Live Ski-in, Ski-out at the Butte Eirru Ho Spa Visit Sale EFTA00687211 GJ Surrounded by the rugged snowcapped peaks of Colorado's West Elk Range and known for its charm and myriad outdoor recreational pursuits, Crested Butte is the quintessential Rocky Mountain escape. In its prime slopeside spot at the base of Crested Butte Mountain Resort, one of the West's best, Elevation Hotel & Spa is perfectly situated to maximize the ski day. Carve its groomers or challenge yourself on its legendary steeps, and then slide to Elevation to soak, spa or apres on the ski beach. The recently renovated rooms are spacious, with an up- to-date yet unpretentious style that will suit couples. families or groups of friends. Click here to visit sale Now Live _7_ High Design on the Croatian Coast Visit Sale I lute! Luxe Split - Croatia EFTA00687212 Just outside the ancient walls of UNESCO-listed Split, on the eastern shores of the Adriatic, the Hotel Luxe is an exceptionally chic base for exploring this ancient city. Built into an old factory on a busy main road, the entrance belies the hip, minimalist interiors that mix Ron Arad- designed furniture and bright coastal colors. Opened in summer 2010, this trailblazing property is Split's undisputed design hotel and lives up to its name, with a subterranean wellness center, glass-walled bathrooms and views of Splits pine-scented peninsula from rooms' private balconies. Click here to preview sale Starting Wednesday 28/12 at 8pm GMT lit Preview Sale Neoclassical Gem in DC's Penn Quarter I tote! Monaco DC EFTA00687213 IA Originally built as a post office, the Hotel Monaco Washington, DC, is a marble-clad neoclassical gem in the heart of Penn Quarter. With 183 eclectic rooms (imagine leopard-print robes, graphic headboards, cherry-red accents), Kimpton's signature service and a top-notch brasserie, the property makes the perfect base for a weekend of sophisticated sightseeing. Click here to preview sale Istanbul Like a Local Georges Hotel Galata - Turkey Starting Wednesday 28/12 at 8pm GMT Preview Sale EFTA00687214 Steps from Istanbul's striking medieval Galata Tower. brand-new Georges Hotel winningly reflects both the extraordinary history and the vibrant rejuvenation of its Galata neighborhood. French owner Alex Varlik painstakingly renovated the historic building, outfitting it with a pitch-perfect mix of antiques, and furniture and fixtures he designed himself. Most of the 21 spacious and luxurious rooms and suites have big balconies with stunning Bosphorus views, and the property's overall concept makes you feel like you are staying at your very own (and very chic) pied-a-terre. Click here to preview sale Starting Wednesday 28/12 at 8pm GMT Steps From the Slopes in Courchevel /I 1cl l calcc. 1:1.(inut Preview Sale EFTA00687215 Gr In the heart of Courchevel 1850 resort, Htitel des 3 Vallees is a quintessential Three Valleys escape with a twist. For first-on/last-off skiers, the slope-side location and great on-site ski shop will appeal, while anyone looking for a more relaxed ski vacation can take advantage of the central location, pampering spa and the revamped lounge bar. Click here to preview sale Starting Wednesday 28/12 at 8pm GMT Mediterranean Style, Caribbean Vibe Sugar Ridge - Antigua Preview Sale EFTA00687216 Gr Situated on Antigua's western shore, Sugar Ridge rises above the norm with its views of palm-lined beaches, the Caribbean Sea and the neighboring islands of Redonda. Nevis and St. Kitts along the horizon. Reminiscent of the impossibly white resorts common in the Mediterranean, Sugar Ridge's clean design is in stark contrast with the thick, lush greenery that fills Antigua's rolling hills. Click here to preview sale Starting Wednesday 28/12 at 8pm GMT Tuscany On Two Wheels I. rr lo Cycling Tu.scoigi Preview Sale EFTA00687217 Gr As the name suggests, it's all about the bike when you travel with Love Velo, a luxury cycling tour company. This six-day itinerary takes you through the undulating Italian landscapes of Tuscany and Umbria, from the hilltop towns of Montepulciano and Cortona to the open plains and villages around Lake Trasimeno. With a tour leader and mechanic in tow and a personal chef back at the villa, it's like a two-wheeled version of la dolce vita. As Love Velo owner Lee Bibring puts it, "We love great food, fine wine and beautiful scenery. We love escaping to places off the beaten track and cycling through unspoiled countryside.' Click here to preview sale Starting Thursday 29/12 at 8pm GMT Preview Sale Trendsetter on the Sunset Strip EFTA00687218 Acclaimed designer Philippe Starch's first foray into the Los Angeles hotel scene has made the transition from hectic hotspot to laid-back Sunset Boulevard classic. The bright minimalist feel of the original Starck design is intact, but since the hotels 2008 makeover, it feels a lot warmer, a little more relaxed, but just as chic. The views of L.A. are stilt unrivaled, and the scene at Skybar is hot as ever. And while you still might see a star sipping a cocktail at the bar, it's more likely to be a confident leading lady than a striving supporting actress. Click here to preview sale Hip Hotspot in Nolita Noril H _As ir Yrirk- city Starting Thursday 29/12 at 8pm GMT Preview Sale EFTA00687219 Gr On the corner of Kenmare and Elizabeth streets in downtown Manhattan. the recently opened Nolitan is a 55-room boutique hotel as welcoming and city-hip as the Nolita neighborhood it inhabits. There's an insider (read: untouristy) vibe. from the sure-to-be-hot-spot ground floor restaurant, bikes and skateboards for guests' use parked out front, and take-away menus in addition to room service. It's the place to stay once you've seen all the big city sights and want a taste of a true New York neighborhood. Click here to preview sale Starting Thursday 29/12 at 8pm GMT Preview Sale The Ultimate Dive Experience ..Scutline Run - South Africa EFTA00687220 Adventure-seeking travelers know nothing connects you to a destination like a journey with an objective - especially when it's one that takes you seriously off-the-beaten-path. This nine-day journey to dive and snorkel South Africa's famous Sardine Run with the experts at SEAL is nothing if not a challenge. Said to be our planet's largest biomass migration, the Sardine Run is the annual spectacle of sardines riding prevailing currents along the eastern coast of South Africa. It creates a feeding frenzy for schools of sharks below the water and dive- bombing birds above the water, plus unforgettable dive opportunities for you. If you love the ocean, marine life, underwater photography, or just want to challenge yourself on a spectacularly rare trip, this unique journey offers an experience like no other. Click here to preview sale Starting Wednesday 28/12 at 8pm GMT Preview Sale Wine Country with Polish EFTA00687221 that First Luxury Inn - Napa Quaint, without skimping on luxuries, this inn offers the best of country hospitality with more than a dash of elegance. The -B&B' label fits inasmuch as the inn is in a converted 1903 Victorian mansion, there are beds and you do get breakfast (a delicious one prepared by a professional chef, at that). but thereafter drop your preconceptions of a Napa B&B. The wine tasting and snacks in the courtyard and the spa menu of in•room services are beginning of the first-class treatment at this Wine Country retreat. Click here to preview sale Starting Thursday 29/12 at 8pm GMT Preview Sale A Postcard-Perfect Island Escape EFTA00687222 Alila Villas Soon - Bali Bali has its fair share of breathtaking resorts, but none feels quite as authentic and luxurious as Alila Villas Soori on the island's less traveled southwest coast. The property's 48 sleek and spacious villas - all with postcard worthy views - balance cushy, modem interiors with generous outdoor decks and private pools overlooking the volcanic sand beach. which shimmers against the Indian Ocean. Smiling service, a well-edited spa menu and organic gourmet cuisine will keep even the most ardent explorers from bothering with the rest of Bali. Click here to preview sale Starting Friday 302 at 8pm GMT ;t Preview Sale Finding Zen in the Philippines The Farm - Philippine EFTA00687223 G. Mixing wellness treatments and healthy eating with a helpful dose of spirituality, The Farm is a place for restoring the body and mind. A 90- minute drive from Manila, this sprawling resort is a secret retreat for the body-conscious celebrity set, attracting everyone from Woody Harrelson to the guys from Coldplay (and a few royals. not to be named). With Zen-style suites and villas and some of the best spa and yoga services in the region, The Farm makes healthy travel feel totally indulgent. Click here to preview sale Starting Friday 30/12 at 8pm GMT Preview Sale A Restored Mansion in Granada Hotel La Bocona - Nicaragua EFTA00687224 Gr Gorgeous Granada was founded almost five centuries ago, inherited from the first conquistadors by Spanish aristocrats. Though the city's importance faded with the construction of the Panama Canal, its photogenic center and graceful old mansions remain, today restored and home to fine-dining restaurants, fascinating shops, and beautiful accommodations. Hotel La Bocona is perhaps the finest of these. restored to its exquisite 1860s glory, and furnished with world class amenities and every comfort old and new. Click here to preview sale Starting Saturday 31/12 at 5pm GMT Preview Sale The Jetsons Make it to Mexico City Distrito Capital - Mexico City EFTA00687225 G; There's something positively Jetson4an about the flashy Distrito Capital hotel, located on the upper four floors of an office skyscraper in Mexico City's business-forward Santa Fe neighborhood. Think L.A.'s Studio City meets Miami's Brickell meets Elroy and Judy's Orbit City. Midcentury Modem inside, views of a volcano outside; Mexico City's best design hotel offers a chic sky pad above the urban bustle. Click here to preview sale Starting Saturday 31/12 at 5pm GMT Preview Sale A Foodie Escape in Carmel ( .(znitiel -CA EFTA00687226 Four blocks from Carmel Beach on a quiet, leafy street. this intimate stucco inn is all European charm. No need to travel to the continent to experience its best. Here, you have a 20-room edifice from 1929 modeled after a home in Prague, in-room spa treatments and a French- trained gourmet chef who's armed with a wine list as long as the dramatic California coastline. Designed for couples, the L'Auberge Cannel welcomes romancing in style. Click here to preview sale Starting Sunday at 8pm GMT Preview Sale Tan and Tee Off in the Dominican Republic EFTA00687227 Gr Tanning and teeing off are the twin pleasures at the Palace at Playa Grande, known for its large beach - "playa grande- - and superb golf course, which boasts 60-foot cliffside fairways. The area's year-round 80-degree temperatures don't hurt, either. Catering to lovebirds, this intimate 13-room property on the Dominican Republic's less-traveled North Coast takes escape seriously. Click here to preview sale Starting Monday 2/1 at 8pm GMT Er; L Preview Sale American Estate Living by Orient-Express Keswick Hall at Monticello, Vet EFTA00687228 Starting Monday 2/1 at 8pm GMT A 48-room luxury inn bordering the Blue Ridge Mountains in historic Charlottesville, Virginia. Keswick Hall is a sanctuary among rolling hills. Sitting on 600 acres, this Tuscan-inspired villa has an 18-hole Arnold Palmer golf course, three pools and a first-rate tennis center. Butler service and antiques create a sense of classic refinement, while the surrounding area offers a wealth of ways to explore - hiking, rafting, vineyards and hot-air balloon rides. Click here to preview sale At the Heart of Montreal Le St-Martin Hotel - Montreal Iii Preview Sale EFTA00687229 Gr In a city with as much cosmopolitan panache as Montreal, location is everything. The new Le St-Martin Hotel Particulier puts guests elegantly in the heart of it all at the corner of De Maisonneuve Boulevard. where stylish passers-by walk to the boutiques on Rue Ste-Catherine or the museums of Vieux-Montreal. With 123 sleek rooms dressed in rich, dark tones and a restaurant that serves inventive Mediterranean cuisine, the hotel's 17 floors rise above a backdrop of sparkling city lights, with views of Mont Royal. Click here to preview sale Sales this week Starting Tuesday at spin GMT Tropicana Las Vegas Starting Monday 2/1 at 8pm GMT [g= Preview Sale Starting Wednesday at 8pm GMT Starting Thursday at 8prn GMT Hotel des 3 Vallees - France Love Velo Cycling - Tuscany Georges Hotel Galata - Turkey The Nolitan - New York City EFTA00687230 Starting Friday at 8pm GM7' Alila Villas Soori - Bali The Farm - Philippines Starting Monday at 8pm GMT Le St-Martin Hotel - Montreal Keswick Hall at Monticello, VA Palace at Playa Grande - DR Hotel Luxe Split - Croatia Hotel Monaco DC Sardine Run - South Africa Sugar Ridge - Antigua Starting Saturday at ,5pm GMT Distrito Capital - Mexico City Hotel La Bocona - Nicaragua Mondrian Los Angeles 1801 First Luxury Inn - Napa Starting Sunday at Spin GMT L'Auberge Carmel - CA To make sure this goes to your inbox, just add ASMALLWORLD@travel.asmallwortd.net to your address book. 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