Super Tan at SuperClub in Negril, JamaicaWritten by Tracey
Super Tan at SuperClub in Negril, JamaicaRead Jetsetters Magazine at www.jetsettersmagazine.com To read this entire feature FREE with photos cut and paste this link: http://www.jetsettersmagazine.com/archive/jetezine/globe02/Carib02/Jamaica/superclub/super.html Read any over-zealous all-inclusive resort travel ad in lifestyle section of a Sunday paper. You've seen them. They beckon weary city-folk, like myself, to come revel in paradise. It promises to free you from worry of overspending on each and every amenity and meal, while simultaneously spoiling you rotten. Air Jamaica had just inaugurated it's new non-stop service from Houston to Montego Bay, Jamaica, and price was right - US$100 each (a promotional rate), so my mother and I decided to go all-inclusive. After MoBay customs check two hour plus shuttle bus ride to Grand Lido Negril, found us ragged and weary from bouncing around or through various potholes in road on western side of island, sapping precious time from our weekend visit. Mental note: take 15-minute flight from Montego Bay. Immediately, smiling staff faces approached us with hibiscus-garnished drinks at Grand Lido Negril, welcoming us; our burdensome luggage was whisked away, never to be seen again until we in our luxurious junior suite. We knew we were in paradise. Within minutes, hotel manager was handing us schedules, directions and our room keys, warmly encouraging us to savor life as a "Super-clubber". We left beautiful open-air lobby, making our way to our personable junior suite located beachside. Fragrant, exotic flowers lined each walkway; decorative tile lined walls and airy Jamaican artwork hung casually against a white backdrop, proving we were where details were not overlooked. The Grand Lido Negril Junior Suites are lovely, with a full beach view from patio of buccaneer sounding Bloody Bay, a powdery strand carving seven miles towards other end of beach to sea cliffs. The Grand Lido Negril sits on two acres of beach, with one of their two beaches au natural. An oversized hibiscus graces pillows - each afternoon. The soothing, strolling clarinet player serenaded us at dusk each evening. Never once did we tire of his presence beneath our balcony. The sun always seems to shine at Grand Lido Negril. But I wasn't worried if it didn't, not with unique sunny weather guarantee that would have given me a voucher good for a year to come back for more sol. So rain or shine, hurricanes be damned, time to get bronzed on Bloody Bay Beach. What does all-inclusive mean in islands: I don't know, but at SuperClubs, first all inclusive resort in Jamaica, and possibly anywhere, an all-inclusive means free, well, at least not added to tab, it is all part of deal - don't worry, it is only money. I was still out to challenge SuperClub vacation claim of delivering a 100% all-inclusive package. With flip-flops clapping against my heels, I headed for beach to "test waters" of copywriters. Mother and I were soon approached by several snorkel diving instructors, anxious to have us join them aboard their close to shore catamaran. We gladly hopped onboard. The sailing excursion lasted two hours, cruising south along western coast. We snorkeled in pristine waters along marine park cliffs. We photographed cliff-diving at world famous Rick's Restaurant! Before I could say "Bob Marley" we were back sailing through graduating turquoise-blue waters. Our delightful crew prattled historical facts and legends about different areas we were touring, as most of us kicked back and sipped on anything rum related. We hardly noticed when vessel docked as we were gently awaken from our reverie with sound of steel drums and guitars - A lovely conclusion to a lovely excursion.
| | Bear Trails Resort – Couples Only – In Ontario, CanadaWritten by Joanna Niebler
Bear Trails Resort – Couples Only – In Ontario, Canada Read Jetsetters Magazine at www.jetsettersmagazine.com http://www.jetsettersmagazine.com/archive/jetezine/cabinweb/couples/couples.htmlMagical moments happen.at Bear Trail Couples Resort in Whitney, Ontario, Canada, tucked away in incredible Algonquin Provincial Park. This cozy and posh get-a-way for "couples-only" allows opportunities to re-connect and celebrate life and love. I learned very quickly after speaking to a few guests on a weekend in November that resort caters to couple that never gets any time alone. The couple that sees each other for five minutes in morning and maybe just and hour at night. The opportunity to spend 2-3 days alone to rejuvenate, re-energize and rejoice sounds nice, don't you think? Well hang on to your hats, my story gets better. There are times in everyone's life when you wish you could slow down time or even stop clock to make a special moment last just a little bit longer. Whether it's sitting in front of a warm crackling fire on a cool Northern Ontario evening or standing on a high and windy lookout point gazing into an ocean of endless colored terrain. Life seems perfect and thought of being anywhere else on earth unimaginable. It's these short-lived moments that make harsh realities of day-to-day life worth it all, even if it is only for a brief moment in time. The ever popular 7,725 square kilometers Algonquin Provincial Park has been enjoyed by travelers, voygeurs, and scouts since mid-1800's. The park was inhabited by bands of native Indians and later logging pioneers. Today Algonquin is most important area in Canada for biological research. The adventurous possibilities are endless: Camping, canoeing, hiking and biking are few activities that lure both Canadians and non-Canadians to visit this natural wonder. Imagine hearing sorrowful howl of a wolf, echoing call of a loon, or sound of your paddle gently cutting through water during a canoe trip on a quiet, misty morning. Whatever your experience is in Algonquin Park it is guaranteed to be memorable. Please be advised that although Mother Nature can be beautiful, she can also be dangerous. So before setting out for you adventure be certain of necessary precautions one must take. For more information, visit park at http://www.algonquinpark.on.ca. A $10CND/day permit is required to visit any of park's museums or trails and can be purchased at park office. The Algonquin visitor center is also a must to appreciate park's natural and human history—a theatre presentation helps to better understand Algonquin's story, along with many life-like exhibits. The park is a perfect destination to get-a-way, get rejuvenated, and get back to nature. Thirty-five years ago Fritz Sorensen, a foreman in a manufacturing plant in Toronto, decided upon retirement to follow his dream and open a couples resort with his wife, Gertrude—in beautiful Whitney, Ontario on Galeairy Lake on East Gate of Algonquin Park. Over years whole Sorensen family has become actively involved in business. Their three sons, John, Mark and Paul, daughter Evelyne and John's wife Annica, have all played roles in making resort what it is today. Originally land was used as a fishing lodge equipped with only seven basic cabins. But over time resort has emerged from its cocoon and has been transformed into a majestic butterfly, now occupying 48 rooms, suites, and cabins, due to Sorensen's hard work. Amongst rooms resort also offers six villas, three chateaus, and 20 bridal rooms of choice.
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