ASTA Destination
EXPO Seville, Spain June 2 - 5, 2016
PROGRAM
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Table of Contents Welcome............................................................ 2 Hosts and Sponsors............................................ 5 General Information.......................................... 6
Program Thursday............................................................ 7 Friday................................................................10 Saturday............................................................19 Sunday..............................................................25 ASTAPAC Donors........................................... 26 ASTA Premium Members................................ 28
Tradeshow Floor Plan........................................................ 30 Exhibitor List....................................................32 ASTA Proud Partners....................................... 44
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BIENVENIDOS A SEVILLA Thank you for joining us in Seville for ASTA’s 2016 Destination Expo. ASTA is thrilled to welcome you to the vibrant city of Seville for this year’s Destination Expo. Together, we will experience all that this beautiful city and surrounding region have to offer. The education program will provide needed context and background. Those who attend will become specialists of Seville, of Spain, and of the whole Andalusian region. We have much planned for you right here in Seville—from the opening night reception fit for royalty at the Real Alcázar, the oldest royal palace still in use in Europe, to an exclusive epicurean experience at the iconic Hotel Alfonso XIII, sponsored by Starwood Hotels & Resorts. We even have a customized tapas tour of the most emblematic bars and restaurants in the area. Our Spanish hosts are laying out the red carpet for ASTA agents.
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At the program’s conclusion, you will leave Seville knowing which local suppliers to recommend, and which of your clients are perfect for Seville. In a dynamic destination such as Seville, learning solely in a classroom is almost criminal. We hope you will take in as much of this country and region as possible. Take this opportunity to experience the cinematic history of Carmona, or spend the day exploring the Maria Luisa Park. The true culture of Seville comes to life through its live music, so take some time to see an authentic flamenco show and be inspired by the Seville de Opera. This Destination Expo would not be possible without the generosity of our partners, Tourespana, Seville, Andulucia, Starwood Hotels & Resorts, Melia Hotels International, NH Hotels, Iberia and Enterprise. We also appreciate the tremendous support shown by all of the exhibitors who made this program possible. ASTA agents, please get to know these exhibitors, and make sure you qualify to earn your ASTA Seville Destination Specialist certificate so you can build trust and credibility with existing and prospective clients. Thank you for joining us. Let’s explore Seville together.
Zane Kerby, MBA President & CEO, American Society of Travel Agents
ASTA Destination
EXPO
SEVILLE, SPAIN June 2 - 5, 2016
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THANK YOU TO OUR ASTA DESTINATION EXPO
HOSTS AND SPONSORS Gold Sponsors
Sponsors
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General Information ASTA Registration Desk Location: Fibes II • Pick up your Expo badge and attendee packet. You must wear your name badge to all functions. • Join ASTA or renew your membership. • Register for the ASTA Global Convention 2016, Sept.25-28 in Reno Tahoe and next year's Destination Expo. • Hours of Operation Thursday, June 2 at Fibes II......................................10:00am - 5:00pm Thursday, June 2 at the Real Alcázar..........................7:30pm - 8:30pm Friday, June 3............................................................. 8:00am - 6:00pm Saturday, June 4..........................................................8:00am - 1:00pm
Dress Code • Business casual for all seminars, general sessions, trade show and evening events. • Casual attire, including good walking shoes, is suggested for sightseeing tours. Transporation • Site inspection and half-day sightseeing on Thursday, June 2 and Saturday, June 4 will Plan to bring depart from Fibes II and drop you off at your sunscreen, sunglasses, host hotel after the tour. and water • Full-day sightseeing on Sunday June 5 will pick to tours. up and drop off at your host hotel. • Transportation to the evening events will pick up and drop off at your host hotel. • The four ADE host hotels are Melia Seville, Melia Gran Colon, NH Hotel Sevilla and Hotel Alfonso XIII Site Inspection, Tapas Tour and all sightseeing tours had to be signed up for in advance - no onsite RSVP's will be taken. City Sightseeing has sponsored a complimentary city tour of Seville for all ADE attendees. Pick up your tickets at the ASTA Registration Desk. 6 - ASTA Destination Expo 2016
Thursday June 2 Check in at ASTA Registration Tour Seville Evening at Real Alcรกzar
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Thursday, June 2 Session
Room/Pick Up
10:00am – 5:00pm
Registration Desk Open
Fibes II Registration Area
10:00am – 5:00pm
Exhibitor Setup
11:30am
Transfer to Fibes II from ADE hotels
12:30pm
Transfer to ADE hotels from Fibes II
Time
HALF-DAY SIGHTSEEING - RSVP WAS REQUIRED 1:00pm – 4:30pm
Monumental Seville Visit the must-see monuments in Seville such as, the district of Santa Cruz, The Cathedral and Alcázar of Seville.
1:00pm – 4:30pm
Plaza de España & Maria Luisa Park See the famous Guadalquivir River and breathtaking bridges and gardens at these historic sites.
1:00pm – 4:30pm
The Seville of Carmen Visit the locations where the famous Opera Carmen was inspired such as the Old Tobacco Factory and the Seville Bull Ring.
2:00pm
Transfer to Fibes II from ADE hotels
3:00pm
Transfer to ADE hotels from Fibes II
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Fibes II Exhibition Area
Tours will depart from Fibes II and return to ADE hotels
Thursday, June 2 Session
Time 2:45pm – 4:00pm
CroisiEurope Belle de Cadix Site Inspection CroisiEurope, “Europe’s largest river cruise line” proudly welcomes attendees onboard their beautiful ship “Belle de Cadix”.
6:00pm – 7:00pm
NACTA No-Host Reception
Room/Pick Up Departs from Fibes II and return to ADE hotels
Transportation on your own
Ann Chamberlin, President of NACTA, invites NACTA members to join her for a No-Host reception in the Blue Lounge at the Melia Seville Hotel. 7:00pm
Transfer to Real Alcázar from Melia Seville, Melia Gran Colon and NH Hotel Sevilla
7:30pm – 10:30pm
Opening Event
Real Alcázar
Our opening event will take place at the oldest royal palace still in use in Europe, the Alcázar of Seville. This royal palace was originally developed by Moorish Muslim kings and is still used by the royal family as the official Seville residence.
10:30pm
Sponsored by
Transfer to Melia Seville, Melia Gran Colon and NH Hotel Sevilla from Real Alcázar
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Friday June 3 General Session Educational Sessions Trade Show Reception at Hotel Alfonso XIII Tapas Tour
Friday, June 3 Session
Time 8:00am
Transfer to Fibes II from ADE hotels
8:00am – 6:00pm
Registration Desk Open
9:00am – 10:45am
GENERAL SESSION
Room/Pick Up
Fibes II Registration Auditorium 2
FEATURING Zane Kerby, President and CEO, American Society of Travel Agents Roger Block, CTC, Chairman of the Board, American Society of Travel Agents Beatriz Arilla Aguilella, Deputy Manager, Turismo de Sevilla Juan Espadas Cejas, Mayor, Sevilla City Hall Marta Blanco Quesada, General Manager, Tourspain Fernando Rodríguez Villalobos, President, County Council of Sevilla Francisco Javier Hernández Fernández, Minister for Tourism and Sport, Andalusian Regional Government Special Presentation from Tourespana, Andalucia, Seville, Prodetur and Iberia Anton Smith, Economic Counselor, U.S. Embassy David Scowsill, President & CEO, World Travel & Tourism Council ENTREPRENEURS PANEL Susan Sheats, Vice President, American Society of Travel Agents Enrique Ybarra, President and CEO, CitySightseeing Cristina Hereen, President, Cristina Hereen Foundation Sponsored by
10:45am – 11:00am
Coffee Break
11:00am
Transfer to Fibes II from ADE hotels
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Friday, June 3 Session
Time 11:00am – 11:45am
Press Conference
Room/Pick Up Video Conference Rm.
Educational Breakout Session 1 - select one of the four following sessions 11:00am – 11:45am
Melia Hotels International Session Speakers: Sarah Perez, Director, MELIÁ PRO The Americas and Rita Castillo, Sales Manager, MELIÁ
Madrid ABC
Learn how Meliá Hotels International has become one of the largest hotel companies in the world and the largest hotel chain in Spain, operating more than 370 properties in 40 countries. You will also learn about MELIÁ PRO program, offered to agents to increase commissions and travel agent incentives.
11:00am – 11:45am
Seville as a Universal City: The Ibero-American Exposition of 1929 and Expo of 1992 Speaker: Santiago García Dils, Promotion Executive, Consorcio Turismo Sevilla Seville played a key role in the discovery of America and became its European Port for centuries. The city has improved thanks to two different events: the Ibero-American Exposition of 1929 and the Universal Exposition of Seville of 1992. Monuments like Plaza de España, the Casino and the Pavillions of Portugal, Peru or Colombia remain and have become symbols of the city. Join us to learn much more about the history of this beautiful city and all the local attractions that highlight it.
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Madrid DEF
Friday, June 3 Session
Time 11:00am – 11:45am
La Bienal – A Must See & Sell Speaker: Cristina Heeren, President, Cristina Heeren Foundation
Room/Pick Up Brussels ABCD
La Bienal is the biggest flamenco festival and event worldwide. Every two years, Sevilla becomes the place to be for all flamenco fans - both professional and aficionado. Discover why UNESCO declared flamenco one of the Masterpieces of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity and fall in love with this cultural expression. 11:00am – 11:45am
Tapas in Andalusia Speakers: Jeanine Merrill & Juan Antonio Gómez Ortega, Owners, “La Azotea Restaurant”
Brussels EFGH
Historically tapas began to be consumed as we know it in the nineteenth century. There are several versions of why a slice of sausage or cheese was placed on top of the wine glass - some say it was to avoid insects making their way into the glass, others will tell you it was to awaken the thirst of the customers. 12:00pm – 2:00pm
Trade Show with Lunch This tradeshow will be chock-full of the very best experts on the regions of Spain who want to work with you to help make your clients dreams a reality. These are contacts you want in your back pocket. Make sure to get your passport stamped!
Fibes II Exhibition
Lunch sponsored by Seville and Andalucia
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Friday, June 3 Session
Time
Room/Pick Up
Educational Breakout Session 2 - select one of the four following sessions 2:15pm – 3:00pm
Rail Europe Session Speakers: Soraya By, Sales Manager for Rail Europe and Clarissa Mattos, Market Manager North & South America for Eurail
Madrid ABC
We're your single stop for European Rail Travel including the entire family of Eurail Pass products! We offer one stop to plan and book your clients’ European rail travel by combining the maps, schedules and rail products for over 50 different train companies across Europe. 2:15pm – 3:00pm
Seville as a Universal City: The Ibero-American Exposition of 1929 and Expo of 1992 Speaker: Santiago García Dils, Promotion Executive, Consorcio Turismo Sevilla Seville played a key role in the discovery of America and became its European Port for centuries. The city has improved thanks to two different events: the Ibero-American Exposition of 1929 and the Universal Exposition of Seville of 1992. Monuments like Plaza de España, the Casino and the Pavillions of Portugal, Peru or Colombia remain and have become symbols of the city. Join us to learn much more about the history of this beautiful city and all the local attractions that highlight it.
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Madrid DEF
Friday, June 3 Session
Time 2:15pm – 3:00pm
Room/Pick Up Brussels ABCD
La Bienal – A Must See & Sell Speaker: Cristina Heeren, President, Cristina Heeren Foundation La Bienal is the biggest flamenco festival and event worldwide. Every two years, Sevilla becomes the place to be for all flamenco fans - both professional and aficionado. Discover why UNESCO declared flamenco one of the Masterpieces of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity and fall in love with this cultural expression.
2:15pm – 3:00pm
Tapas in Andalusia Speakers: Jeanine Merrill & Juan Antonio Gómez Ortega, Owners, “La Azotea Restaurant”
Brussels EFGH
Historically tapas began to be consumed as we know it in the nineteenth century. There are several versions of why a slice of sausage or cheese was placed on top of the wine glass - some say it was to avoid insects making their way into the glass, others will tell you it was to awaken the thirst of the customers. 3:00pm – 3:15pm
Coffee Break
Sponsored by Seville and Andalucia
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Friday, June 3 Session
Time
Room/Pick Up
Educational Breakout Session 3 - select one of the four following sessions 3:15pm
Enterprise Session Speaker: Carlos Fernandez, Area Manager in Malaga for Enterprise
Brussels ABCD
Join the Enterprise Rent-A-Car team as we explore the wonders of Spain. This session will highlight the benefits of traveling at your own pace in a rental car and the capabilities of Enterprise in helping travelers discover easy access to the many regions of this spectacular destination. 3:15pm – 4:15pm
Did You Know That They Serve Paella in Heaven? Speaker: Fernando Figueredo, PhD in Communications from Florida International University (FIU) Discover how Hispania, as Spain was known in Roman times, had an important impact in the evolution of the three Abrahamic religions: Judaism, Christianity and Islam. You’ll discover how Paella had its origins during Roman times in the Andalucía Province, as Christians used it on days when they would not eat meat, followed by the Muslim’s adaptation of Spain’s signature culinary dish.
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Brussels EFGH
Friday, June 3 Time 3:15pm – 4:15pm
Session
Let’s talk about Andalucia Speaker: Brunilda de Jesús, Representing Andalusian Regional Government & President of Mainly Spain
Room/Pick Up Madrid ABC
Move beyond the enchanting world that is Seville and learn more about the region of Andalucia. From mountain biking and hot air ballooning, to guided tours, nightlife and gastronomic delights, Andalucía has something for any type of traveler. With six UNESCO World Heritage sites, Andalucian cities are rich in culture, history, tradition, and are home to some of Spain’s most spectacular architectural wonders. 3:15pm – 4:15pm
Beyond Seville - Spain is Special Speaker: Rafael Chamorro, Head of Marketing, Spanish Tourism Board. Prior to becoming the head of marketing for the Spanish Tourism Board he was the Director of the Tourist Office of Spain in Norway and the Deputy Director of the Tourist Office of Spain in New York.
Madrid DEF
Spain is a warm and friendly destination in the eyes of those who visit us and is strongly identified with the rich cultural experience associated with travel. Spain offers a positive lifestyle experience, a matchless blend of old and new, and an unparalleled combination of the traditional and the cutting edge. Americans head to Spain to experience our country’s living history, art and culture. Spain boasts a tremendously rich cultural legacy, as well as a fascinating history spanning thousands of years.
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Friday, June 3 Session
Time 4:30pm – 5:30pm
ASTA Global Travel Exhcange at ADE Open exchange between international companies with U.S.- based travel companies to kick-start profitable business relationships.
5:45pm
Transfer to ADE hotels from Fibes II
6:45pm
Transfer to Hotel Alfonso XIII from Melia Sevilla, Melia Gran Colon and NH Hotel Sevilla
7:00pm – 9:00pm
All Delegate Reception Starwood Hotels and Resorts and the Hotel Alfonso XIII, are delighted to invite you to an epicurean experience in the iconic Salon Real. During this cocktail reception, you will be able to savor the different flavors of Andalucía in a majestic setting, while enjoying the views over the hotel’s extensive gardens.
9:30pm
Transfer to Melia Sevilla, Melia Gran Colon and NH Hotel Sevilla
9:00pm – 11:30pm
Optional Tapas Tour Take a tour of the most emblematic bars in Seville, taste test cultural tapas and mingle with the locals while receiving preferential and personalized treatment.
Room/Pick Up Auditorium 2 Sponsored by
Hotel Alfonso XIII Sponsored by
Departing from Hotel Alfonso XIII Return to hotels is on your own Prior RSVP required
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Saturday June 4 Educational Sessions Trade Show General Session Half Day Sightseeing Evening Event with the Host of ASTA Destination Expo 2017
Saturday, June 4 Session
Time 8:00am
Transfer to Fibes II from ADE hotels
8:00am – 1:00pm
Registration Desk Open
Room/Pick Up
Fibes II Registration
Educational Breakout Session 4 - select one of the four following sessions 8:30am – 9:30am
Prince Leisure Session Speaker: Ahmet Pandir, Chief Commercial Officer (CCO), Prince Group
Brussels EFGH
Join us to learn about Prince Leisure – a brand new, wholesale travel supplier based in New York. They will be opening very soon and selling all-Inclusive, high-quality, 5 Star affordable sun and beach Mediterranean holiday travel packages on direct charter flights to Antalya Turkey in cooperation with Turkish Airlines. Special incentives and an attractive commission program are available for ASTA Members. Come learn about their large selection of luxury family and adults only vacation hotels, affordable prices and exclusive full charter flight with all-inclusive catering onboard 8:30am – 9:30am
Did You Know That They Serve Paella in Heaven? Speaker: Fernando Figueredo, PhD in Communications from Florida International University (FIU) Discover how Hispania, as Spain was known in Roman times, had an important impact in the evolution of the three Abrahamic religions: Judaism, Christianity and Islam. You’ll discover how Paella had its origins during Roman times in the Andalucía Province, as Christians used it on days when they would not eat meat, followed by the Muslim’s adaptation of Spain’s signature culinary dish.
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Madrid ABC
Saturday, June 4 Time 8:30am – 9:30am
Session
Let’s talk about Andalucia Speaker: Brunilda de Jesús, Representing Andalusian Regional Government & President of Mainly Spain
Room/Pick Up Madrid DEF
Move beyond the enchanting world that is Seville and learn more about the region of Andalucia. From mountain biking and hot air ballooning, to guided tours, nightlife and gastronomic delights, Andalucía has something for any type of traveler. With six UNESCO World Heritage sites, Andalucian cities are rich in culture, history, tradition, and are home to some of Spain’s most spectacular architectural wonders. 8:30am – 9:30am
Religious Diversity in Sevilla Speakers: Emilio Monjo, Director of CIMPE & Dr. Juan Sánchez Naffziger
Brussels ABCD
Seville has an incalculable cultural wealth but part of our treasure has long remained hidden. Preceding the 16th century, the presence of Jewish families, which had been forced to 'convert' to Catholicism, was crucial for the emergence of numerous theological and biblical studies of the highest quality. These came as a consequence of the true and heartfelt conversion to Christianity those Spanish Jews experienced. It was from the Sevillian monastery of San Isidoro del Campo, in Santiponce, that the movement of religious dissidence sprang. Join us to learn more about this fascinating topic.
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Saturday, June 4
Session
Time 9:45am – 11:15am
Room/Pick Up
Trade Show with Prize Drawings One day is simply not enough to make sure you connect with all the vendors you need to make your clients trips an unforgettable experience.
Fibes II Exhibition
Make sure you stay to the end of the session to be eligible for extraordinary prizes. Coffe Break during the Trade Show.
Sponsored by Seville and Andalucia
Prizes include:
Enterprise - Three free weekend rentals from Alamo. Hilton - 2 night stay at any brand within the Hilton portfolio! Melia - 2 night stay at Gran Melia Colon Seville on a bed & breakfast basis and 2 RailEurope tickets. NH Hotels - 2 night stay at an NH Property in one of eight cities and 2 RailEurope tickets! PETREBAX - 5-night stay at your choice of Paradores of Spain and Spain’s Heart & Sol escorted tour. Premium Incoming DMC - 2 night stay in Madrid at superior 4-star hotel in double room and 2 entrance tickets for Real Madrid Stadium for a football match! RailEurope - 2 Free rail tickets on RailEurope! Rhodium Car Rental/Goldcar - Complimentary seven day car rental with Goldcar.
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Saturday, June 4
Time 11:30am – 12:30pm
Session
Room/Pick Up Auditorium 2
GENERAL SESSION
Zane Kerby, President and CEO, American Society of Travel Agents Roger Block, CTC, Chairman of the Board, American Society of Travel Agents M.C. Peter Lobasso, General Counsel, American Society of Travel Agents Maribel Rodriguez, Country Manager, Spain, Portugal & LATAM - World Travel & Tourism Council HI-TECH HOTEL TECHNOLOGY Richard Secord, Sr. Director Global Leisure & Luxury Sales, Starwood Hotels ~ Along with the Botlr pilot program (a hotel-industry robotic butler) and implementing SPG Keyless technology, where your Apple Watch or other devices can open your door, Starwood Hotels is testing other tech features at the Starwood Hotels Concept Lab. There are mobile-controlled room features, such as curating your streamed music playlist and jumpstarting your morning with a bright orange- or mellow bluehued shower or lighting that offsets jetlag to reset your circadian rhythm. Javier Pardo, CCO BU SPAIN, who will explain to agents not only hologram technology available at NH Hotel Group, also other new technological facilities available at properties like the “dome” at NH Collection Eurobuilding and smart interactive screens in meeting rooms BIENAL FLAMENCO DANCERS Featuring Antoine el Chore
12:30am – 1:30pm
Lunch in the Trade Show Lunch sponsored by Seville and Andalucia
Fibes II Exhibition
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Saturday, June 4
Session
Time 1:30pm
Transfer to ADE hotels from Fibes II (For those not on tours)
HALF-DAY SIGHTSEEING - RSVP WAS REQUIRED 1:30pm – 5:00pm
Monumental Seville Visit the must-see monuments in Seville such as, the district of Santa Cruz, The Cathedral and Alcázar of Seville
1:30pm – 5:00pm
Room/Pick Up
Tours will depart from Fibes II and return to ADE hotels
Plaza de España & Maria Luisa Park See the famous Guadalquivir River and breathtaking bridges and gardens at these historic sites.
1:30pm – 5:00pm
The Seville of Carmen Visit the locations where the famous Opera Carmen was inspired such as the Old Tobacco Factory and the Seville Bull Ring.
8:15pm
Transfer to Melia Lebreros from ADE hotels
8:30pm – 10:30pm
Closing Reception
Melia Lebreros
Hosted poolside at the melia Lebreros, the hosts of ASTA Destination Expo 2017 will delight you with entertainment and an array of treats from this exciting destination. 10:45pm
Transfer to ADE hotels from Melia Lebreros
10:30pm – 12:00am
ASTA Young Professional Society (YPS) Poolside Cocktail Party Enjoy drinks and hors d’oeuvres with your fellow YPS’ers at a poolside cocktail party located on NH Hotel’s rooftop! (YPS Travel Agent Members only)
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NH Hotel Seville; RSVP Required Sponsored by
Sunday, June 5
Sunday June 5 Full Day Sightseeing
Session
Time
FULL-DAY SIGHTSEEING - RSVP WAS REQUIRED 8:30am – 6:00pm
Carmona Carmona is a town in south-western Spain, in the province of Seville. The city is known for its thriving trade in wine, olive oil, grain and cattle. Carmona has been the setting of numerous films, and continues to attract movie crews.
8:30am – 6:00pm
Pick Up Tours will depart from and return to ADE hotels
Equestrian Jerez de la Frontera Jerez de la Frontera’s municipal area is the largest in the province and lies on a central strip running from the mountains down through the countryside. We will visit Jerez de la Frontera, an equestrian ballet, and a wine cellar.
8:30am – 6:00pm
Osuna Osuna is a town in the Province of Seville. Experience The Collegiate Church of Santa Maria de la Asuncion, The Monastery of la Encarnacion, The Osuna University and The Archaeological Museum.
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ASTAPAC Salutes Donors The American Society of Travel Agents Political Action Committee (ASTAPAC) is a special fund established under the federal election laws to allow ASTA to collect voluntary contributions from our members for the purpose of supporting political candidates and parties. Since 1979, ASTAPAC has strengthened the collective voice of the Society’s membership before the United States Congress and the White House. Put simply, our advocacy successes would not be possible without the support of the industry leaders listed below who have contributed to ASTAPAC. SUPERNOVA ($5000+):
BCD Travel Commonwealth Business Travel Group Enterprise Holdings PAC Jackie Friedman John Haskins PATA Midwest Chapter Sabre PAC NOVA ($1,000-$4,999):
Van Anderson Linda Bourgeois Marc Casto Robert Duglin Troy Haas Rose Hache Roger Hale Margaret Haskins Denise Jackson Zane Kerby Mark Lewington John Lewis Dennis Lewis Eric Maryanov Steve Orens Vicki Powell Lee Thomas Signature Travel Network
Tensi Westreicher Jennifer Wilson-Buttigieg Marilyn Zelaya Governor’s Club ($500-$999):
Christopherson Business Travel Ann Chamberlin Michael Dixon Jay Ellenby Bill Haire Pam Irwin Geoffrey Landis Richard Lane Dan Lekki Deb Mangas Mark Meader Eben Peck Mary Peters Connie Reudinger Libbie Rice Jorge Sanchez Ryan Scheidler Chris Seddelmeyer Gloria Stock-Mickelson Hess Travel Mike Weigngart President’s Club ($250-$499):
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Brian Chapin Chris Dane Betsy Geiser Wendy Goodenow Robbie Hamida Richard Haymaker Mary Kruger Michael Premo Olga Ramudo Patrick Reynolds Stephen Thomas-Schulere Team 100 ($100-$249):
Karen Marie Adamitis Mary Agbayani Cynthia Albright Marilyn Allegra New Jersey ASTA Chapter Shaun Balani Ruth Banas Pam Bonin Lucy Borkowski Collen Brechon James Bushbach Jennifer Camel Donna Campbell Rebecca Carter Barbara Colombo Donna Cooper Tony Cosenza
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Patriot ($1-$99):
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New Booth #.......... Company 24. . ......................... A VIP TRIP T3.......................... Aire De Sevilla T4.......................... Alcentro 60. . ......................... Algarve Tourism Bureau 52........................... ASTA (American Society of Travel Agents) 33-36...................... ASTA Kenya Chapter 8. . ........................... Atlanta Travel & Corporate Events Consultants 32........................... Avis Budget Group 59........................... Castilla y Leรณn Tourist Board 14........................... CLIC International House 9. . ........................... Costa Brava Verd Hotels 57........................... CroisiEurope 11........................... CTS Systems 12........................... Designer Trips Argentina 49........................... Enterprise Holdings 47........................... Estravel Baltcoming 58. . ......................... Fuerte Hoteles 44. . ......................... Group Incoming DMC 37. . ......................... Grupo Adriano - DMC 38. . ......................... H10 Hotels 51........................... Hilton Worldwide 13........................... Liberty International 28. . ......................... Lithuania Tourism Board 39........................... Made 64. . ......................... NACTA (National Association of Career Travel Agents) 25-26...................... NH Hotel Group 21........................... PETRABAX 27. . ......................... Premium Incoming DMC 43. . ......................... Prince Leisure 50. . ......................... Rail Europe 20. . ......................... Red de Ciudades AVE 22-23...................... Rhodium Car Rental/Goldcar T2.......................... Rick's Cafe 31........................... Rosabus 48. . ......................... Saxony Tourism 63. . ......................... Sercotel Hotels 56. . ......................... Spain Leisure and Culture Incoming 40. . ......................... Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide T1.......................... Tailormade Adalucia 62. . ......................... Tee Travel 16........................... The Sol Group Corporation - Melia Hotels International 15........................... Titanium Tours 61........................... Vered HaSharon Tours (USA) 46. . ......................... VIAJES EL CORTE INGLES 45........................... VIAJES EUROAMERICA 10........................... Villa Padierna Hotels & Resorts ASTA Destination Expo 2016 - 31
Exhibitors A VIP TRIP........................................................................ Booth #24 Duquesh Fairways 66 Manilva Malaga 29692 Spain Sandra Verstrepen +34 951 27 64 02 sandra@aviptrip.com www.aviptrip.com We are an incoming travel agency which specializes in custom travel, private tours, transfers and a selected choice of hotels in Spain and Portugal. We tailor trips that strike the perfect balance between culture and leisure.
Aire De Sevilla..................................................................... Booth #T3
C/ Aire 15 Seville 41001 Spain Maria Molina 00 34 + 955 010 025 comercial@airedesevilla.com www.beaire.com The Aire Group was born 15 years ago. It was the result of the dream of a group of investors and friends who decided to recreate the ancient Greek and Roman tradition and revive this concept in restored historic buildings.
Alcentro...............................................................................Booth #T4 8, 2ÂŞ Planta Seville 41001 Spain Pepe Marin 661-766-494 info@alcentrosevilla.com www.alcentrosevilla.es Our association manages the open mall of the historic center of Seville. We have 250 members from different areas: luxury, fashion, gastronomy, and other unique shops and tourist services located in an area visited by a great number of tourists.
Algarve Tourism Bureau...................................................... Booth #60 Av. 5 Outubro, 18 Algarve 80000-076 Portugal Hugo Nascimento 351 289 80 04 41 hnascimento@atalgarve.pt www.algarvepromotion.pt We are only organization appointed by the Portuguese National Tourism Board to promote the Algarve Region and it's touristic products within overseas markets, establishing partnerships with both public and private sector to achieve this goal.
ASTA (American Society of Travel Agents).......................... Booth #52 675 N. Washington Street, Suite 490 Alexandria, VA 22314 Andrea Caulfield
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800-275-2782 acaulfield@asta.org www.ASTA.org ASTA, the American Society of Travel Agents, is the largest association of travel professionals worldwide. We are the leading advocate for travel agents, the travel industry and the traveling public.
ASTA Kenya Chapter....................................................Booths #33-36
15976-00100 Nairobi 00506 Kenya Caroline Njoroge 254 20 203560099 secretary@asta-kenya.org ASTA Kenya Chapter is one of the most active international chapters within ASTA. Stop by their booth and meet with knowledgeable, professional suppliers from Kenya.
Atlanta Travel & Corporate Events Consultants.................... Booth #8 AV. Luis Montoto, 107 Seville Spain Carmen Mancera +34 954 58 11 01 cmancera@atlanta.es www.atlanta.es.......................................................................................................................... Consultants with 35 years' experience on Incentives, Corporate Events and Congresses, we can guarantee the perfect organization of any type of event. More than 3.500 projects consolidate our proven track record in helping companies succeed in planning their events.
Avis Budget Group.............................................................. Booth #32
6 Sylvan Way Parsippany, NJ 07054 Jessica Guridy 416-213-4289 Jessica.Guridy@avisbudget.com www.avis.com Avis Car Rental operates on of the world's best-known car rental brands with approximately 5,450 locations in more than 165 countries.
Castilla y Leรณn Tourist Board.............................................. Booth #59
Avda. Monaserio Ntra. Sra. De Prado, 2 Valladolid 47015 Spain Iciar De Pablo 34 983 36 05 56 pabfonit@jcyl.es www.turismocastillayleon.com Castilla y Leon holds 50% of Spain's cultural heritage, including treasures such as the UNESCO World Heritage Cities of Avila, Salamanca and Segovia, the Pilgrim's Route to Santiago, gastronomy of recognized standing and prestige wines such as Ribera del Duero.
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CLIC International House...................................................Booth #14 Albareda, 19, 41001 Seville Spain Blanca Roters 954-502-131 blanca@clic.es www.clic.es Clic, founded in 1983 is one of the top language schools in Spain. Studying with us means much more than just doing a Spanish language course; it also entails a wide range of high-quality additional services (cultural programme, accommodation,...)
Costa Brava Verd Hotels........................................................ Booth #9 C/ Turisme, 1 Vall-Llobrega 17253, Girona Cost Brava Spain Laura Bujalance +34 972 600 034 lbujalance@grupcostabravacentre.com www.costabravaverdhotels.com We have more than 80 family-run hotels in Catalonia, Spain. We operate under three brands: Costa Brava Hotels, for beachside hotels; Blau Verd Hotels, for mountain and inland hotels; and Petits Grans Hotels De Catalunya, for small and charming hotels.
CroisiEurope....................................................................... Booth #57
400 Royal Palm Way, Suite 404 Palm Beach, FL 33480 Nicola Iannone 954-783-4439 niannone@croisieurope.com www.croisieuroperivercruises.com Since 1976 CroisiEurope has pioneered BEST VALUE in European river cruising, and is Europe largest river cruise line. Owner of 44 ships, We offer superior French cuisine with unlimited beverages free Wi-Fi and complimentary shore excursions and exclusive destinations.
CTS Systems........................................................................ Booth #11
11575 Great Oaks Way Alpharetta, GA 30022 Thomas Laugesen 678-338-2100 ThomasL@CTSsystems.com www.CTSsystems.com Commission management for TAs, TMCs and CTDs, for Hotel, Car, Limo, Cruise, Theme Park, etc. Get an extra 25%-40% cash in bank, with comprehensive reporting, while identifying new business opportunities. We will be happy to do a free evaluation for you.
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Designer Trips Argentina......................................................Booth #12
Gral Guemes 4747, 2nd Floor, Suite G Buenos Aires 1425 Argentina Matias Nicolas Schwab +54 11 4775 5247 info@designer-trips.com www.designer-trips.com Designer Trips Argentina specializes in luxury, boutique and taylor made trips, created to satisfy the most experienced and demanding travelers from around the world. We provide efficient and personalized service, assisting travel agents in organizing both individual and group tours.
Enterprise Holdings............................................................ Booth #49
600 Corporate Park Dr Saint Louis, MO 63105-4204 Jay Pope 801-330-3402 james.r.pope@ehi.com Largest car rental company in the world as measured by revenue, fleet and employees, we operate a global network of more than 9,000 airport and neighborhood locations under the Enterprise Rent-A-Car, National Car Rental and Alamo Rent A Car brands.
Estravel Baltcoming............................................................. Booth #47 Suur-Karja 15 Tallinn Estonia 10140 Malle Pottsepp 3726266233 malle@estravel.ee www.baltcoming.com Estravel Baltcoming is the leading travel agency, DMC, PCO in the Baltic States, a representative of American Express Travel. We offer a full range of destination management services for groups and FIT customers in the Baltic States, Scandinavia and Russia.
Fuerte Hoteles..................................................................... Booth #58 AVDA. Puerta Del Mar 15 Marbella Mรกlaga 29602 Spain Eva Gonzalez +34 952 920 018 mice5@fuerte-group.com www.fuertehoteles.com Fuerte Hoteles is a Spanish hotel chain with hotels in the region of Andalucia. Our properties are based in the Costa del Sol, Costa de la Luz, Huelva Province and in the Sierra of Grazalema (Cรกdiz province).
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Group Incoming DMC....................................................... Booth #44 Tribala 3 Pineda de Mar Barcelona 08397 Spain Beatriz Ibanez +34 93 762 71 39 beatriz@sitevents.com www.groupincoming.com We are a DMC specializing in group travel to Spain and Portugal. With over 15 years of experience, we aim to transform our deep knowledge of cultural heritage, gastronomic experiences and hidden treasures into unforgettable emotions for our clients.
Grupo Adriano – DMC...................................................... Booth #37
C/ Adriano 26 – 28 Seville 41001 Spain Rafael Moreno +34 954 215 900 rafael.moreno@adrianogrupo.com www.adrianogrupo.com Adriano Grupo has been working for 20 years at the forefront of businesses in the tourist sector through Adriano Viajes and AdrianoSpainDMC. Based in Seville, it has positioned itself as one of the most established companies providing service in Spain.
H10 Hotels......................................................................... Booth #38
Calle Numancia 185 1A Planta Barcelona 08034 Spain Esther Luque +34 93 430 4147 h10@h10hotels.com www.h10hotels.com In H10 Hotels we are thinking of you in every possible way. 55 hotels in 18 destinations: unbeatable locations, exceptional cuisine, comfortable facilities and a thoughtful service. Moreover, in the Caribbean, discover our wonderful resorts Ocean by H10 Hotels.
Hilton Worldwide............................................................... Booth #51
7930 Jones Branch Drive McLean, VA 22102 Jody Mattice 484-402-8256 jody.mattice@hilton.com www.hilton.com Hilton Worldwide is a leading global hospitality company, comprising more than 4,660 properties in 102 countries and territories. The company's portfolio of 13 world-class global brands includes Hilton Hotels & Resorts, Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts, Conrad Hotels & Resorts, Canopy by Hilton, Curio - A Collection by Hilton, DoubleTree by Hilton, Embassy Suites by Hilton, Hilton Garden Inn, Hampton by Hilton, Tru by Hilton, Homewood Suites by Hilton, Home2 Suites by Hilton and Hilton Grand Vacations.
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Liberty International............................................................Booth #13 Bruc 3 Principal Primera Barcelona Spain Valentin Navarro +34 932 89 07 66 vnavarro@liberty-iberian.com www.liberty-int.com We are a Spanish DMC with offices in several cities in Spain. We have a multilingual, professional team working in MICE and Leisure Travel. We adapt to all budgets, group sizes and ensure highly competitive prices with a personal touch.
Lithuania Tourism Board..................................................... Booth #28
Geoimino Av. 38 Vilnius 01115 Lithuania Indre Slyziute 370 706 64 364 Indre.Slyziute@tourism.lt www.lithuania.travel The purpose of State Department of Tourism is to create awareness of Lithuania as an attractive destination and increase inbound tourism to Lithuania. Major promotional activities include: participation at international tourism fairs, B2B events, press&FAM trips, digital marketing.
Made................................................................................... Booth #39
27 Newton St London WC2B 5EL United Kingdom Vince Mutty 44-020-7831-8106 vince@made.travel www.made2010.com Made is a Tourism Marketing, Representation & PR Company whose client base includes private sector companies in the entertainment, arts and sports industries. We also organise events and travel itineraries for individuals and groups
NACTA (National Association of Career Travel Agents)...... Booth #64 675 N. Washington Street, Suite 490 Alexandria, VA 22314 Ann Chamberlin 877-226-2282 avl@nacta.com www.nacta.com NACTA's mission is to represent the interests of independent and home based travel entrepreneurs. Host travel agencies and Suppliers who support this growing sector of the distribution channel are also members of NACTA.
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NH Hotel Group....................................................... Booths #25 & 26 22 East 38th Street New York, NY 10016 Carlos Trujillo 212-808-4279 c.trujillo@nh-hotels.com www.nh-hotels.com NH Hotel Group operates 380 hotels in 29 countries with a focus on European and Latin American urban cities. The company stands out in quality of service and facilities, intended to please all tastes and making the guest feel special.
PETRABAX........................................................................ Booth #21 37-18 Northern Blvd., Suite 412 Long Island City, NY 11101 Marcos Roel 718-897-7272 marcos@petrabax.com www.petrabax.com PETRABAX is a full service travel organization specializing in the Iberian Peninsula. We offer quality escorted group coach tours as well as independent travel services such as hotels, transfers, local tours and activities, rental cars and rail tickets and more.
Premium Incoming DMC................................................... Booth #27 San Sotero 11 Madrid 28037 Spain AngĂŠlica Roa 34 91 375 92 93 marketing@premiumincoming.com www.premiumincoming.com Premium Incoming is a European DMC and inbound tour operator with over 20 years of experience. With HQ in Madrid and offices in Barcelona, Prague, Budapest, Berlin, London, Paris and Rome we provide solutions for leisure/corporate travelers at competitive prices.
Prince Leisure...................................................................... Booth #43
12 East 49th Street, Suite 3702, 37th floor New York, NY 10017 Kevin Hichour 212-401-6275 kevin.hichour@princeleisure.com www.princeleisure.com We are a brand new, wholesale travel supplier based in New York. We will be opening very soon and selling all-Inclusive, high-quality, 5-Star, affordable sun and beach Mediterranean holiday travel packages on direct charter flights to Antalya Turkey in cooperation with Turkish Airlines. Special incentives and an attractive commission program are available for ASTA Members.
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Rail Europe......................................................................... Booth #50 44 South Broadway, 11th Floor White Plains, NY 10601 Rose Schwartz 866-589-4953 RSchwartz@raileurope.com www.agent.raileurope.com We're your single stop for European Rail Travel! We offer one stop to plan and book your clients’ European rail travel by combining the maps, schedules and rail products for over 50 different train companies across Europe.
Red de Ciudades AVE......................................................... Booth #20 Plaza San Francisco 19 4º Planta Edificio Laredo Sevilla 41004 Spain Juanjo Dominguez +34 955 471 226 secretaria@avexperience.es www.avexperience.es Public tourist organization for the promotion of the cities members of the ""Red de Ciudades AVE"" association. Ave high speed train Cities Network. Spain Pass: the most convenient way to get around Spain.
Rhodium Car Rental/Goldcar.................................... Booths #22 & 23
Ctra Valencia Km 115 San Juan De Alicante Es San Juan 03350 Spain Manuel Nunez 00 34 902 100 575 manuelnunez@goldcar.com www.goldcar.com Rhodium Car Rental, the premium brand by Goldcar, the holiday car rental company, satisfying leisure customer mobility needs throughout a wide locations network at the main European, African and Mexican destinations.
Rick's Café.......................................................................... Booth #T2 248 Blvd Sour JDID Ancienne Medina Casablanca Morocco Kathy Kriger 212 5222742 07 kathyblanca@gmail.com Everybody comes to Rick's", the line from "Casablanca" is true today in the real city. Opened in 2004, Rick's Café is more than food and drinks, it's a tourism theme project. Full range of services for groups and FIT clients.
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Rosabus S.L......................................................................... Booth #31
Polígono P.A.R.S.I., C/ Seis, 21-24 41017 Sevilla, Spain Beatriz Brito Martin +34 954 573 005 beatriz@rosabus.com www.rosabus.com/en Rosabus was born in 1965, dedicated to the travelers’ touristic transportation by buses and microbuses. To Rosabus the client is the most important piece of its structure and deserves a close and professional treatment of the service. Currently Rosabus centers its activity on Meetings Tourism and Routes in Andalusia.
Saxony Tourism................................................................... Booth #48 Bautzner Strasse 45/47 Dresden D-01009 Germany Hans-Juergen Goller 49-351-49170-18 goller.tmgs@sachsen-tour.de www.saxonytourism.com Saxony Tourism is the Destination Management Organization of the Federal State of Saxony, located in South-East Germany. We support travel agents with information print & online, FAM trips, tour programs, hotel bookings, tickets, etc.
Sercotel Hotels.................................................................... Booth #63 C/ Paris 120 1º Piso Barcelona 08036 Spain Maria Fernanda Rodriguez +34 93 183 43 27 ttoo@sercotel.com www.sercotel.com Sercotel has 160 hotels located in 112 destinations across Spain, Portugal, Colombia, Cuba and Italy which makes us one of the largest hotel chains in Spain in number of hotels and rooms.
Spain Leisure & Culture Incoming...................................... Booth #56 C/Tórtola, 20 4ºA Granada 18014 Spain Francisca Serrano Valverde 00 34 958 97 11 22 incoming@slc-incoming.com www.slcincoming.com SLC Incoming is a DMC from Granada specialized in groups which offers support in destination to all kind of foreign tour operators looking for a unique result and an unforgettable experience in Spain, Morocco & Portugal for their clients.
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide............................... Booth #40 18851 NE 29th Ave, Suite 200 Aventura, FL 94559-3579 Richard Secord 707-342-0569
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Richard.Secord@starwoodhotels.com www.starwood.com Starwood Hotels and Resorts supports and welcomes the Travel Professional's trusted business. We know you have a choice where you place your valued clients and we thank you for your support and business.
Tailormade Andalucia......................................................... Booth #T1 Calle Mino 16A 3C Seville 41011 Spain Sam Lister 34 670 84 12 30 sam@tailormadeandalucia.com www.tailormadeandalucia.com We are a bespoke incoming agency in Seville. We specialize in unique experiences and tailor made itineraries for travelers looking to see the real Spain. We offer FIT's, specialized or custom groups with the highest quality of service.
Tee Travel............................................................................ Booth #62 AVDA. Agustin Romero, 50 Vilagarcia De Ardusa 36600 Spain Ruben Diaz Valcarcel 00 34 986 56 50 26 ruben@tee-travel.com www.tee-travel.com Incoming tour operator specialist in walking, cycling and cultural tours. Camino de Santiago experts, with an incoming office in the French Way. Our groups department specializes in culture, wine and pilgrimages with our own bikes, guides and vehicles.
The Sol Group Corporation - Melia Hotels International.....Booth #16 800 Brickell Ave, Suite 1000 Miami, FL 33131-2944 Sarah Perez 305-350-9828 sarahp@sol-group.com............................................................................................................ Meliรก Hotels International is one of the largest hotel companies in the world and the largest in Spain, operating more than 370 hotels in 40 countries and 4 continents: Gran Meliรก, Paradisus, ME by Meliรก, Meliรก, INNSIDE, Tryp and Sol.
Titanium Tours....................................................................Booth #15 16 South Ave W., Suite 262 Cranford, NJ 07016 Jesus Repetto 908-514-4280 jesus@titaniumtours.com With offices in the US and Southern Spain, Titanium Tours is your destination specialist for all things Spain. Upscale FIT and custom groups. Ensemble preferred supplier. We quote net in US Dollar. Create white labeled picture filled docs.
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Vered HaSharon Tours (USA)............................................. Booth #61
3 Allied Dr., Suite 303 Dedham, MA 02026 Ari Marom 855-414-4433 ari@vrdtrvl.com www.veredtravel.com Vered HaSharon Tours (USA) offers customized itineraries for groups and FIT clients for tours throughout Europe, The Middle East and The Far East. Our network of local offices provides you with the benefit of local expertise at competitive prices.
Viajes El Corte Ingles.......................................................... Booth #46 175 SW 7th St, Suite 1200 Miami, FL 33130-2951 Elena Nogueira 305-858-0801 enogueira@viajeseci.es www.viajeselcorteingles.es Viajes el Corte Ingles is the leading travel agency in Spain. Our specialized agents provide first-hand knowledge of all that Spain has to offer as an exciting destination full of gastronomical and cultural wonders. We design customized group programs.
Viajes Euroamerica.............................................................. Booth #45
AVD Carlota Alessandri 110 Torremolinos Malaga 29620 Spain Pedro Garcia Bueno 349520583366 pedro@viajeseuroamerica.com www.viajeseuroamerica.com EUROAMERICA is one of Spain’s leading Destination Management Companies, specializing in Conferences, Conventions, Incentives, as well as Incoming Operations for F.I.T´S and GROUPS. We offer a great variety of excellent venues to ensure the success of all our events.
Villa Padierna Hotels & Resorts...........................................Booth #10 Ctra. de Cádiz Km. 166, Urb. Flamingos Golf Marbella 29679 Spain Inmaculada Leal 34 637 81 76 25 inmaculada.leal@villapadiernapalacehotel.com www.villapadiernapalacehotel.com Villa Padierna Palace Hotel has 130 luxurious rooms and three 18-hole golf courses in a magnificent setting. Villa Padierna Thermas Hotel has mineral waters that have been renown since roman ages.
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