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Links & Lobsters – Luxury Golf Theme Cruise

Time Out For Myself — Thu, 24 Dec 2009 03:44:13 +0000

Links & Lobsters
Montréal to New York on Crystal Symphony
11 Days – October 22 – November 2, 2010
Fares from: $4,275 per person

Join visiting PGA pros on a relaxing journey through the Maritimes and enjoy the rare opportunity to tee off on world-renowned courses.

Celebrity Guest Speaker

Billy Casper (Springville, UT)
William Earl “Billy” Casper is an American golfer who was one of the most prolific tournament winners on the PGA Tour from the mid 1950s to the mid 1970s. He was born in San Diego, California. Between 1964 and 1970 Casper won 27 tournaments on the PGA Tour which was more than legends Jack Nicklaus, Arnold Palmer and Gary Player during that time period according to the World Golf Hall of Fame. He won 51 times in his career, captained the U.S. Ryder Cup team in 1979 and was considered the best putter of his era by many. After his professional career he has been a designer for many golf courses such as The Highlands, The Palm and Eagle Crest in Sun City Summerlin, Nevada.

PGA Teaching Professional

John Clark (Carlsbad, CA)
John has over 35 years experience in the Golf business and became a PGA member in July, 1972. He served his Apprenticeship under the late, Tony Novitsky, at Columbine Country Club, Littleton, Colorado. Columbine was the Host Club for the 1968 PGA Championship. John is a life member and a Quarter Century member of the PGA of America. John has held positions as an Assistant Golf Professional, Head Professional, Director of Golf and General Manager at Private Country Clubs and a Sheraton Resort. He is currently a PGA Instructor at the SDGA, San Diego Campus. John is also an Independent PGA Golf Instructor at the Carlsbad Golf Center, Carlsbad, California, recently rated in the Best 100 Golf Shops by Golf World for 2008.
Conducts our exclusive program featuring TaylorMade, the best performance golf company in the world and #1 driver in golf.

Subject to availability. Prices quoted are in U.S. Dollars. Certain restrictions apply. Not responsible for errors or omissions.

Silversea Cruises: Grand Inaugural Voyage 2010

Time Out For Myself — Mon, 21 Dec 2009 22:17:15 +0000

Grand Inaugural Voyage 2010 -
“The Spirit of South America”

Fort Lauderdale To New York | 91 Days

On January 21, 2010, the beautiful Silver Spirit will embark on an extraordinary Grand Inaugural Voyage sailing from Fort Lauderdale southward to Rio for an unforgettable evening at Carnaval, around Cape Horn, and along the Mexican Riviera. Personalise your voyage by selecting whether to disembark in Los Angeles, travel through the Panama Canal and return roundtrip to Fort Lauderdale, or continue up America’s colonial coast to New York City. Join Silver Spirit for this special Grand Inaugural Voyage and celebrate the excitement of South America in luxurious style.

The Rewards of a Grand Inaugural Voyage

Sail 91 days – Fort Lauderdale to New York and receive:

$2,000 Onboard Spending Credit per suite, based on double occupancy

Sail 88 days – Fort Lauderdale to Fort Lauderdale and receive:

$1,500 Onboard Spending Credit per suite, based on double occupancy

Sail 70 days – Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles and receive:

$1,000 Onboard Spending Credit per suite, based on double occupancy

Sail 45 – 69 consecutive days and receive:

$500 Onboard Spending Credit per suite, based on double occupancy

Sail 30 – 44 consecutive days and receive:

$250 Onboard Spending Credit per suite, based on double occupancy

In addition to the Onboard Spending Credit and the value of Silversea’sall-inclusive fares, guests sailing the full Grand Inaugural Voyage 2010 fromFort Lauderdale to Los Angeles, Fort Lauderdale round trip, or Fort Lauderdale to New York will also enjoy these complimentary amenities:

5% Extended Voyage Savings
One night pre-cruise accommodation and Gala dinner on the eve of departureonboard the new Silver Spirit
Invitation to attend the Naming Ceremony festivities on January 21, 2010 including a VIP luncheon
Exclusive shoreside events in select ports-of-call
Special commemorative gift
Private car transfer between airport and Silver Spirit on embarkation and disembarkation days
Silver Shore Baggage Valet service for up to two pieces of luggage (35 lbs. each)
Sail 50+ consecutive days and enjoy a complimentary Business Class Air upgrade when purchasing Silversea’s optional Silver SKY Air Programme package.

Restrictions may apply.

Special is subject to availability and may change without notice. Fares are based on double occupancy and quoted in U.S. Dollars. Certain restrictions apply. Not responsible for errors or omissions.

Hidden Corners of the World: Three Interconnected Journeys by Private Jet

Time Out For Myself — Sat, 19 Dec 2009 21:03:29 +0000

Hidden Corners of the World

Desert Crossroads & The Himalaya
Exploring Majestic Oases, Remote Outposts & Ancient Trade Centers
Mali • Egypt • Jordan • India • Bhutan
March 21-April 3, 2010
14 Days / Limited to 78 Travelers

Sacred Places of Asia
Discovering the Treasured Cultures & Legendary Architecture of Ancient Kingdoms
Thailand • Indonesia • Cambodia • Vietnam • China • South Korea • Japan
April 5-19, 2010
15 Days / Limited to 78 Travelers

The Ancient Silk Road
Following in the Footsteps of Nomads, Monks, Merchants & Kings
China • Mongolia • Uzbekistan • Armenia • Turkey
April 20-May 4, 2010
15 Days / Limited to 78 Travelers

Join us for your choice of one, two, or three interconnected journeys by private jet to the world’s sacred places, rarely-encountered cultures, and spectacular landscapes.

Explore majestic oases, remote outposts, and ancient trade centers in North Africa, India, and the Himalaya while on the Desert Crossroads & The Himalaya expedition. Discover the treasured cultures and legendary architecture of ancient kingdoms in Southeast Asia and East Asia while on Sacred Places of Asia. And follow in the footsteps of nomads, monks, merchants, and kings in East Asia and Central Asia while on The Ancient Silk Road.

Accompanying you will be a team of experts from renowned institutions such as the National Geographic Society, the Smithsonian, the American Geographical Society, Antidote Education Company, and the American Museum of Natural History. You will also meet with local experts, curators, dignitaries, and families who will open doors and give you a rare insider’s view into their cultures.

As you are whisked from one destination to the next aboard our newly configured private jet, enjoy the ultimate in convenience, security, and service. Relax in the expert care and guidance of our expedition staff and flight crew, including a dedicated physician. Unwind in many world-class accommodations. And take advantage of a uniquely flexible itinerary that allows you to easily tailor the trip to your own interests.

In addition, by joining any or all of these expeditions, you will automatically support efforts to enhance the conditions of the places and peoples we visit—there is no further commitment necessary. Our expedition will transport supplies to medical clinics and schools, and contribute funds for essential services and innovative projects.

This unprecedented program offers something for everyone, with a choice of destinations, a range of prices, and an extraordinary educational travel experience that is two, four or six weeks long.

Subject to availability. Prices quoted are in U.S. Dollars. Certain restrictions apply. Not responsible for errors or omissions.

Private Island Honeymoon and Romance Packages

Time Out For Myself — Thu, 17 Dec 2009 23:00:32 +0000

Private Island Honeymoon and Romance Packages

With every conceivable amenity at your disposal and a staff to guest ratio of two to one, Cayo Espanto, your own private island, is where paradise and luxury come together as one.

Special Rates From:

3 nights $4,995.00 *
4 nights $5,995.00 *
5 nights $7,995.00 *
6 nights $8,995.00 *
7 nights $9,995.00 *

*rates are all inclusive -contact us at 1.800.710.1008 or 415.864.4581 about availability

choose 3 – 7 night stay in our bungalow – Casa Ventanas
inclues personal butler, all tailored meals, snacks and drinks (excluding wine, champagne and cordials)
full usage of non-motorized water sports equipment
1 complimentary bottle of champagne
1 massage or spa treatment per person
1 half day private boat charter with snorkel trip to the reef (includes all taxes and resort fees)

Casa Ventanas: Over-Water Luxury

Our over-the-water bungalow, Casa Ventanas, was designed by the same team that created The Peninsula Beverly Hills, The Mansion at Turtle Creek, Four Seasons Hualalai and Maui and many other world class resorts. Located at the end of a long dock, which extends over 150 feet from the island, it is surrounded on all four sides by the beautiful, crystal blue waters of the Caribbean Sea. This is a picture perfect window to the exotic water world the Western Caribbean has to offer. Guests will be enchanted by the sea life swimming around and under the villa.

Guests may also choose to enjoy:

Full Spa Services (awarded Best Spa in Belize)
Private Picnic
Fly fish right outside their door
Deep Sea Fishing
Opt for scuba diving or snorkeling excursions on the second largest barrier reef in the world
18 holes of golf on a nearby island

Regular Rates before the discount begin at $1,195.00/night and include:

Your own personal Houseman
Private plunge pool in every villa (except Casa Ventanas)
3 tailored meals per day
All of your favorite snacks
Bar drinks, beer, sodas, fruit juice, bottled water (excluding wine and champagne)
Airport greetings
All non-motorized activities (this includes the use of sea kayaks, pedal boats, sail boat and fly and spin reel fishing tackle)

*Offer not to be combined with any other offer

*Offer subject to change depending on availability

*$4,995.00 offer valid for any three night stay in Casa Ventanas between the dates of January 15th – December 15th, 2010

*Upgrades to any of the villas are accepted with this package, but are subject to availability and rate changes

* Some Restrictions Apply

Special is subject to availability and may change without notice. Prices quoted are in U.S. Dollars. Certain restrictions apply. Not responsible for errors or omissions.

The Ancient Silk Road by Private Jet

Time Out For Myself — Wed, 16 Dec 2009 23:35:24 +0000

Copyright: Manuel Velasco

The Ancient Silk Road by Private Jet
Following in the Footsteps of Nomads,
Monks, Merchants & Kings

China • Mongolia • Uzbekistan • Armenia • Turkey
April 20-May 4, 2010
15 Days / 78 Travelers
with optional China & Tibet Pre-Tour

Chart the course of history along the world’s most famous trade routes, where ancient cities and cultures have flourished and still resonate with their unique, glorious pasts. In the heart of China in Xi’an, marvel at the Qin terra-cotta warriors and a kung fu performance by Shaolin monks, or venture to the legendary Famen Temple to see the Sui and Tang dynasty riches of the largest religious vault ever discovered in the country. In China’s desert frontier, step into the fourth-century cave monasteries of Dunhuang, filled with awe-inspiring Buddhist art that few have ever seen. In Mongolia, search for dinosaur fossils at the Flaming Cliffs and spend an unforgettable night in a comfortable ger camp. In Uzbekistan, admire Samarkand’s markets and traditional Islamic architecture. In Armenia, visit the oldest churches in the world’s first Christian nation. And in Turkey, explore the Temple of Artemis at Ephesus and the Hagia Sophia at Istanbul, legendary wonders of the ancient world.

Special is subject to availability. Prices quoted are in U.S. Dollars. Certain restrictions apply. Not responsible for errors or omissions.

Sacred Places of Asia by Private Jet

Time Out For Myself — Wed, 16 Dec 2009 21:46:15 +0000

Copyright: Jakob Leitner

Sacred Places of Asia by Private Jet
Discovering the Treasured Cultures & Legendary
Architecture of Ancient Kingdoms

Thailand • Indonesia • Cambodia • Vietnam
China • South Korea • Japan
April 5-19, 2010
15 Days/Limited to 78 Travelers
with optional Thailand Pre-Tour and/or China Post-Tour

Journey to the enchanting lands of Shaman kings, Buddhist monks, geishas, and hill tribes. In Indonesia, fly to the island of Java and ascend the mysterious Borobudur temple. In Cambodia, explore the stunningly beautiful Angkor Wat or try your hand at Khmer-style ceramics at a local workshop. In Vietnam, cruise among the thousands of karst formations and islets in Ha Long Bay. In China’s Yunnan Province, meet with a Naxi family in their traditional home in Lijiang or stroll the Stone Forest of Kunming-one of Earth’s natural wonders. In South Korea, see the golden treasures of the great Shilla Kingdom and spend a night with the monks at Golgulsa Temple. And in Japan, explore Kyoto’s Zen gardens, Shinto shrines, and Buddhist temples; and visit the first imperial city, Nara, or take an ikebana or calligraphy class at a traditional ryokan where dinner will be served in exquisite kaiseki style.

Subject to availability. Prices quoted are in U.S. Dollars. Certain restrictions apply. Not responsible for errors or omissions.

Desert Crossroads & The Himalaya by Private Jet

Time Out For Myself — Wed, 16 Dec 2009 19:28:22 +0000

Copyright: Dan Kite

Desert Crossroads & The Himalaya by Private Jet
Exploring Majestic Oases, Remote Outposts & Ancient Trade Centers

Mali • Egypt • Jordan • India • Bhutan
March 21-April 3, 2010
14 Days / Limited to 78 Travelers
with optional Thailand Post-Tour

Visit the fabled lands where camel caravans crisscrossed for millennia, making a brisk trade in silk, ivory, gems, and precious metals. In Mali, fly to legendary Timbuktu and drink tea with the nomadic Tuaregs, or visit the ancient city of Djenné and marvel at the architecture and culture of the Bozo people. In Egypt, explore the monumental achievements of great pharaohs at Luxor and you may also fly deep into the Western Sahara to experience an ancient way of life at Siwa Oasis. In Jordan, step through the sacred halls of the great city built by the mysterious Nabataeans or venture to Wadi Rum, where the Bedouin have lived in peaceful isolation in a lunar-like valley since time immemorial. In India, marvel at the timeless beauty of the Taj Mahal. And in Bhutan, delight in the spectacular sweep of this tiny kingdom in the Himalaya and discover a fascinating Buddhist culture that has changed very little over the ages.

Subject to availability. Prices quoted are in U.S. Dollars. Certain restrictions apply. Not responsible for errors or omissions.

Tailor-Made India & Bhutan by Private JetPrivate Journey

Time Out For Myself — Thu, 10 Dec 2009 17:00:28 +0000

Copyright: Antonio Rankov

Tailor-Made India & Bhutan by Private Jet
Delhi ~ The Ganges & The Taj Mahal
29 Days
Delhi ~ The Ganges & The Taj Mahal ~ Rajasthan ~ Mumbai & Hyderabad
Tamil ~ Nadu & The South Thimpu, Bhutan ~ Paro

From the majesty of the sacred Ganges and the romance of the Taj Mahal to the effervescent streets of Mumbai and the great silences of Rajasthan’s deserts, India is a country of contrasts. Stay in maharajah’s palaces, revel in rickshaw rides, and discover this fascinating land. Then take your private jet to the Himalayas to explore lovely Bhutan, home to a spectacular natural landscape and a peaceful culture.

Subject to availability. Prices are based on double occupancy and quoted in U.S. Dollars. Certain restrictions apply. Not responsible for errors or omissions.

Springtime at the Metropolitan Opera 2010 with Host Fred Plotkin

Time Out For Myself — Sat, 01 Aug 2009 16:42:22 +0000

Springtime at the Metropolitan Opera 2010
6 Days
March 12-17, 2010
New York City
$4,100 per person based on double occupancy
(Minimum of 8 participants)

This 2010 opera tour includes three new productions, two of which are Met premieres (Shostakovich’s The Nose and Verdi’s Attila) and the third an opening night (Thomas’s Hamlet). Puccini’s La Bohéme and the National Council Grand Finals Concert round out this enticing musical week. Join Fred Plotkin for an operatic extravaganza!

Tickets will go fast, so act now! do not miss the chance to join Fred Plotkin for another season of superb opera and camaraderie.

Included in the opera vacation

Orchestra Prime seating to the five performances
Lectures by Fred as per the itinerary
Five meals at superb local restaurants, as per itinerary
Five nights accommodation at the Empire Hotel

Prices are based on double occupancy and quoted in U.S. Dollars and subject to availability. Certain restrictions apply. Not responsible for errors or omissions.