Elegance Your travel is our greatest luxury
Mexico & Australia
2014
Welcome Dear traveler,
By opening this brochure, you made the first step to an unforgettable dreamholiday. Take your time to look at our charming luxurious resorts and hotels with excellent service. You will certainly find a spot where you can enjoy with all your senses. This brochure focuses on the idyllic coastline of the Rivièra Maya in Mexico and the exceeding region Queensland in Australia. The Rivièra Maya is probably the most famous beach destination of the Carribean Sea. The Rivièra Maya is famous for its large scale all-inclusive resorts and a historical tourism base of smaller boutique hotels as well as the many fine-dining restaurants available along the highway 307 and on or near the beaches.
The region Queensland in Australia is a nearly unknown destination. Queensland is known for its beautiful beaches and its splendid nature. This region needs to be explored, you will never get bored!
Come and find your inner peace at one of our destinations. We hope we can offer you our services, so your dreams may come true.
The Elegance team.
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The Rivièra Maya p. 5-16 Queensland p 17-28
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Interests
Relaxation & Health
Sports & Adventure
Culture & Arts
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“The sensation of energy expands with increasing relaxation.” ~Ilchi Lee
“Mental Health is a state of well-being in which the individual realizes his or her own abilities, can cope with the normal stresses of life, can work productively and fruitfully, and is able to make a contribution to his or her community" ~WHO
“Sports serve society by providing vivid examples of excellence.” ~George F. Will
“If you don't take risks, you'll have a wasted soul. Live out of adventure.” ~Drew Barrymore
“A people without the knowledge of their past history, origin and culture is like a tree without roots.” ~Marcus Garvey
“In art, the hand can never execute anything higher than the heart can imagine.” ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson
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The Rivièra Maya, Mexico
The Rivièra Maya Important to know...
Upon arrival in Mexico you will need an up to date passport plus a visitor’s permit. The passport needs to be requested at your own municipality and will cost approxamitly €80,00. The visitors permit is included in your flight.
Luggage: -1 suitcase of max. 23 kg -Hand luggage: 1 bag and 1 accessory, e.g. a handbag or a laptop. Combined max. 12 kg
The Mexican Peso is the currency of Mexico. We advice you to bring a bit of pocket money for extra purchases.
There is a time difference between Belgium and Mexico. Note that Brussels is 7 hours ahead of Cancun.
It is always warm at the Rivièra Maya. Make sure you bring suitable clothing and take into account the several activities.
We offer optional activities for our Sports & Adventure-theme because of the difficulty and the high price. The activities will be payed on location.
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Only couples are allowed to join the Relaxation & Health-theme. Most of the activities will be practiced in pairs.
If you travel alone a supplement will be asked.
INCLUDED IN PRICE
Accommodation
All-inclusive formula
Activities (except the optional)
All dinners/lunches
Flight
Transfer
Dates & Prices Dates From
Until
Relaxation
Sports
Culture
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&
Health
Ad-
Arts
Price per person in double room
Supplement for single use
4.01.14
14.01.14
€4 027,09
€3 884,21
€3 703,57
+ €807,02
18.01.14
28.02.14
€4 027,09
€3 884,21
€3 703,57
+ €807,02
1.02.14
11.02.14
€4 027,09
€3 884,21
€3 703,57
+ €807,02
15.02.14
25.02.14
€4 027,09
€3 884,21
€3 703,57
+ €807,02
1.03.14
11.03.14
€4 027,09
€3 884,21
€3 703,57
+ €807,02
15.03.14
25.03.14
€4 027,09
€3 884,21
€3 703,57
+ €807,02
29.03.14
8.04.14
€4 027,09
€3 884,21
€3 703,57
+ €807,02
12.04.14
22.04.14
€4 027,09
€3 884,21
€3 703,57
+ €807,02
26.04.14
6.05.14
€3 602,85
€3 459,97
€3 279,33
+ €583,02
10.05.14
20.05.14
€3 602,85
€3 459,97
€3 279,33
+ €583,02
24.05.14
3.06.14
€3 602,85
€3 459,97
€3 279,33
+ €583,02
7.06.14
17.06.14
€3 602,85
€3 459,97
€3 279,33
+ €583,02
21.06.14
1.07.14
€3 602,85
€3 459,97
€3 279,33
+ €583,02
5.07.14
15.07.14
€3 602,85
€3 459,97
€3 279,33
+ €583,02
19.07.14
29.07.14
€4 027,09
€3 884,21
€3 703,57
+ €807,02
2.08.14
12.08.14
€4 027,09
€3 884,21
€3 703,57
+ €807,02
16.08.14
26.08.14
€3 602,85
€3 459,97
€3 279,33
+ €583,02
30.08.14
9.09.14
€3 745,19
€3 602,31
€3 421,67
+ €563,80
13.09.14
23.09.14
€3 745,19
€3 602,31
€3 421,67
+ €563,80
27.09.14
7.10.14
€3 745,19
€3 602,31
€3 421,67
+ €563,80
11.10.14
21.10.14
€3 745,19
€3 602,31
€3 421,67
+ €563,80
25.10.14
4.11.14
€3 745,19
€3 602,31
€3 421,67
+ €563,80
8.11.14
18.11.14
€3 745,19
€3 602,31
€3 421,67
+ €563,80
22.11.14
2.12.14
€3 745,19
€3 602,31
€3 421,67
+ €563,80
6.12.14
16.12.14
€3 745,19
€3 602,31
€3 421,67
+ €563,80
20.12.14
30.12.14
€3 745,19
€3 602,31
€3 421,67
+ €563,80
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Dreams Rivièra Cancun Resort & Spa
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Set along a natural white-sand beach in the Riviera Maya, surrounded by lush tropical gardens and the crystal-clear Caribbean, Dreams Riviera Cancun Resort & Spa is a luxurious oasis for couples, friends and families.
WORLD CLASS SPA Indulge and invigorate your senses with a day in the Dreams Spa by Pevonia. The on-site spa at Dreams Riviera Cancun Resort & Spa offers à la carte treatment options ranging from the traditional to transcendent. Our packages provide a free use of the spa facilities and a 10% reduction on the several treatments.
ACTIVITIES & ENTERTAINMENT Do as much or as little as you like at Dreams Riviera Cancun Resort & Spa. After all, it’s your vacation. Beside the included sport activities, our travellers enjoy a 25% reduction on the extra sports. You can catch some rays poolside or out on the private stretch of beach, go to the sea for a sport fishing or deep sea diving adventure, you can curl up on a beach blanket and enjoy a movie under the stars. Tee off at a nearby professional golf course with complimentary green fees and enjoy a wide variety of tours and excursions
ELEGANT ACCOMMODATIONS Retreat to your luxury room or suite with a private balcony and a stunning view. Dreams Riviera Cancun Resort & Spa features 486 guestrooms and suites, each spacious and elegantly furnished.
GOURMET DINING Explore the international array of specialty restaurants, where reservations are never required. Choose from six à la carte restaurants, a buffet, a café, and a grill. Or enjoy a romantic dinner in your room or suite. Your UnlimitedLuxury amenities include all meals.
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Relaxation & Health Day 1: Maroma Sensation Enjoy a great afternoon at the wonderful Maroma Beach. In the evening you will enjoy a private lobster and steak night at sunset on a boat.
Day 4: Private experience Ceiba del Mar is a great place to enjoy some special wellness-facilities. A massage and a private Spa Suite with Jacuzzi and lounge area, with a bottle of champagne and petit furs (1h) will keep you relaxed.
Day 2: Spa ItzĂ Emotions A full spectrum spa of modern amenities to promote health and relaxation. The men will enjoy a package morning for him and the women a pampering package. Day 5: La buena vida
Day 3: Hotel exploration The hotel offers a wide range of relaxation exercices, treatments and sports. Discover them! Tip: Yoga is the perfect way to start the day.
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Akumal beach is the land of turtles and gastronomy. Explore them both! At lunch a two choice diner, trio of dessert and beverage is offered.
Day 6: Nature flavour The walking paths and cenotes at the natural park of LabnaHa Cenotes & Eco Park cannot be missed in our programme.
Day 9: Free day Enjoy a wonderful last day at the hotel. Relax and experience the special and wonderful treatments offered by the hotel.
Day 7: Grill time! At the Coral grill you will enjoy an allinclusive menu with a magnificent view from the tables on the beach. Day 10: Home sweet home? The last breakfast will be eaten on this day. After this wonderful stay we will be heading back home. Day 8: Chocolate senses On this day you will enjoy real chocolate and coffee from the Mayalands of Mexico. Marcos a la media Diaz is a local shopping street near the Playa del Carmen that needs to be visited during your stay at Mexico.
!! This holiday is only for couples !!
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Sports & Adventure Day 1: Golf practice The Grand Coral is one of the biggest golf courses of the Rivièra Maya. Your day includes: a shared cart, food and drinks from the trolley during the game, a bucket of balls to practice,…
Day 4: Hotel activities Enjoy a bike ride and night beach soccer organized by the hotel.
Day 2: Cozumel Cozumel is an island in the Caribbean Sea. An idyllic island where dreams come true. Optional: Yucatan Explorer Package -8 Tanks: (4 local dives, 2-tank dive Cozumel, 2-tank Cenotes (drinks, buffet lunch, diner) = €420,90
Day 3: Fun for everyone Enjoy the best activities in Cancun and Riviera Maya in Xel-há. This park offers over 20 attractions. Optional: Use of Snorkeling equipment plus free snorkeling tube = included in entree price
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Day 5: Xcaret park The underground river adventure tour, various caves and ancient cenotes cannot be missed. Xcaret park is one of a kind.
Day 6: Eco Colors The Eco Colors S.A de C.V. park offers a private marine underwater tourr and a three course meal at the Holbox .
Optional: Private holbox adventure.: private island, luxurious transportation, boat expedition = â‚Ź400,81
Day 9: Sports at the hotel The hotel offers a wide range of sports. A tennis tournament is organized in the morning. Kayaking is an optional sport that will be practiced in the afternoon.
Day 7: Jungle time Jeep Safari Sian Kaan offers a tour through the jungle of the Rivièra Maya . A short break will be made at Punta Allen. And in the evening you will enjoy a meal on the deck of a luxurious boat.
Day 10: Home sweet home? The last breakfast will be eaten on this day. After this wonderful stay we will be heading back home.
Day 8: Yaxmuul In the morning the hotel organizes a waterpolo contest. In the afternoon you can enjoy a nice horse back riding on the beach.
!! Single use is allowed !!
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Culture & Art Day 1: Isla Mujeres/Contoy Island On the first day you will visit the second largest reef of the world and you will get a guided tour on the Contoy Island.
Day 4: Pirates The Captain Hook Pirate Show is a mustsee at the Rivièra Maya. The show takes place on an old cruise ship. In the evening you can enjoy a surf and turf dinner on the boat.
Day 2: World wonder The Chichen Itzá is one of the 7 world wonders. You will visit the natural underground pools and several Mayan handcraft stores. Day 5: Caminarte
Day 3: Tulum/Coba Tulum and Coba are both archeological sites. You will enjoy a guided tour through the several Mayan ruins.
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On the fifth day you will enjoy a nice free time at the hotel. In the evening the Caminarte will be visited. (Local independent artists and the participation of the Museum of Contemporary Art of the la Rivièra Maya. )
Day 6: Mayan jungle In the afternoon a visit to Puerto Moreles is planned. You will visit the Mayan jungle, two cenotes and enjoy an active zip line activity.
Day 9: Xcaret Park The Xcaret Park must be visited when you are in the Rivièra Maya. The natural and cultural richness of Mexico are shown at the park.
Day 7: Free time at hotel You can enjoy a nice rest at the hotel. The hotel offers a wide range of luxurious spa treatments, sports and much more. Day 10: Home sweet home? The last breakfast will be eaten on this day. After this wonderful stay we will be heading back home. Day 8: Art gallery After the lunch at the hotel the Rivièra Art Gallery will be visited. You can buy one of the works in the gallery. The beach Playa del Carmen is also a must-see therefore you will visit it in the late afternoon.
!! Single use is allowed !!
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Queensland, Australia
Queensland Important to know...
To travel to Australia you need a passport and a visum
Luggage: -1 suitcase of max. 23 kg -Hand Luggage: 7kg per piece
The Australian Dollar is the currency in Australia. We advice you to bring a bit of pocket money for extra purchases.
There is a time difference between Belgium and Queensland. Note that Queensland is 9 hours ahead of Belgium. INCLUDED IN PRICE
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We offer optional activities for our Sports & Adventure-theme because of the difficulty and the high price. The activities will be payed at the location.
Only couples are allowed to join the Relaxation & Health-theme. Most of the activities will be practiced in pairs.
If you travel alone a supplement will be asked.
Accommodation
Breakfast
Activities (except the optional)
Lunch and dinner (except the ones without a fixed menu)
Flights
Transfers
Dates & Prices
Dates From
Until
Relaxation
Sports
Culture
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Price per person in double room
19.04.14 03.05.14
€ 9 806,85
03.05.14 17.05.14
Supplement for single use
€ 9 677,85
+ € 1 812,01
€ 10 872,12 € 10 947,09
€ 10 743,12
+ € 2 197,39
17.05.14 31.05.14
€ 10 872,12 € 10 947,09
€ 10 743,12
+ € 2 197,39
31.05.14 14.06.14
€ 10 872,12 € 10 947,09
€ 10 743,12
+ € 2 197,39
14.06.14 28.06.14
€ 10 872,12 € 10 947,09
€ 10 743,12
+ € 2 197,39
28.06.14 12.07.14
€ 10 129,00 € 10 203,97
€ 10 000,38
+ € 1 928,69
12.07.14 26.07.14
€ 10 129,00 € 10 203,97
€ 10 000,38
+ € 1 928,69
26.07.14 09.08.14
€ 10 129,00 € 10 203,97
€ 10 000,38
+ € 1 928,69
09.08.14 23.08.14
€ 10 129,00 € 10 203,97
€ 10 000,38
+ € 1 928,69
23.08.14 06.09.14
€ 10 129,00 € 10 203,97
€ 10 000,38
+ € 1 928,69
06.09.14 20.09.14
€ 10 129,00 € 10 203,97
€ 10 000,38
+ € 1 928,69
€9 881,82
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Sofitel Brisbane
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Positioned in the heart of Brisbane, you will discover a hotel of sophisticated luxury and personalised service. Renowned for its inspiring arrival experience via the alluring lobby, the wide choice of food and beverage outlets and breathtaking views of the city and surrounds, the hotel’s reputation as the leading choice in luxury accommodation and conferencing is truly deserved.
EXCELLENT SERVICE Explore the citys riverside walks parks markets and designer shopping or get down to business. Then return to elegant 5-star hotel rooms and suites greeting guests with contemporary design luxurious indulgences and gracious Sofitel service.
COSY ACCOMMODATION Through an inviting palette of modern neutral tones with highlights of charcoal undertone and rich chocolate, the rooms and suites create a welcoming feeling complemented by the finest personal amenities to make this Brisbane’s best accommodation experience.
INSPIRING CUISINE Celebrate the French art de vivre in the hotels sumptuous restaurants and bars such as famed Prive49 with its French-inspired Australian cuisine and extensive wines. Lavish body mind and spirit with designer experiences in the award-winning spa.
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Relaxation & Health Day 4: The Dome Spa
Day 1—Day 2: Going to Brisbane The flight to Brisbane will take a while. You will be flying for 2 days, but this will be in all comfort with Qantas.
The Dome Spa is one of the best known spa’s in Brisbane. You will have a full day here including lunch, massages, and lots more. You will come back reborn.
Day 5: Bulcock beach Australia has some breathtaking beaches. One of them is Bulcock Beach in Caloundra. You’ will have free time here. Day 3: Hotel Exploration After a long flight you will have the time to relax in the hotel. They offer a lot of spa treatments and facilities. The best way to relax after travelling.
In the evening you will dine at Lureens, on of the most romantic restaurants of Brisbane.
Day 6: Yoga and diner cruise You will start this day with a yoga session and afterwards have free time at the Main Beach in Noosa. At night you will be able to enjoy a wonderful dinner cruise.
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Day 7: South Bank The walking paths and cenotes at the natural park of LabnaHa Cenotes & Eco Park cannot be missed in our programme.
Day 11—Day 15: Whitsundays You will spend your last 5 days at the Whitsundays. These beautiful islands will make sure you never forget this holiday. In this package are cruises included, tours throughout the islands and lots more. At the last day you will go home fully relaxed. Day 8—Day 11: Silky Oaks Lodge You be staying at Silky Oaks Lodge for 4 days. Here you will enjoy a beautiful accommodation in the nature including yoga and massages.
!! This holiday is only for couples !!
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Sports & Adventure Day 1—Day 2: Going to Brisbane You will be flying for 2 days, but this will be in all comfort with Qantas.
Day 5: Roller blading Another way to explore this beautiful city is through rollerblading. You decide for yourself how long you want to rollerblade and where to go. Optional: Rock climbing at Kangaroo point cliffs (2 hours)
Day 3: Explore the hotel After a long flight you will have the time to explore the hotel. They offer several water sports and have a gym. Day 6: O’Reilly’s Tree Top Walk and Brisbane River run
On the fourth day you will have a kayaking session on the Brisbane River.
In the morning you will enjoy the O’reilly’s Tree top walk at 15m high. In the afternoon you can joing the Brisbane river Run. There are 3 different routes going from 3.35km up to 8km.
Optional in the afternoon: Stand up paddle boarding: € 36.42
In the evening you will enjoy a dinner at the dinner cruise.
Day 4: Kayaking
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Day 7: Golf In the morning you will enjoy a golf session at the wonderful Victoria Park. Optional: Story Bridge adventure climb. This is an adventureous climb on the Story Bridge. Day 11– Day 15: Whitsundays You will spend your last 5 days at the Whitsundays. These beautiful islands will make sure you never forget this holiday. This package includes a cruise to the great barrier reef, use of catamaran, paddle ski, windsurfers and much more! After this stay you can go home with memories you will never forget. Day 8-day 11: Silky Oaks Lodge You will be staying at Silky Oaks Lodge for 4 days. Here you will enjoy a beautiful accommodation in the nature including hikes and different walks. !! Single use is allowed !!
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Culture & Art Day 1—Day 2: Going to Brisbane The flight to Brisbane will take a while. You will be flying for 2 days, but this will be in all comfort with Qantas.
Day 3: Explore the hotel and surroundings
Day 5: Customs house and musical In the morning you will visit Customs House and enjoy a typical Tea Lunch there. In the evening you can enjoy the musical ‘The King And I’.
After a long flight you will have the time to explore the hotel. They offer several water sports. They have a gym and also Spa facilities. Of course Brisbane has a lot to offer so you will be able to explore the city
Day 4:Gallery of Modern art and New Farm The gallery of modern art is one of the most popular musea in Brisbane. Afterwards you will visit Brisbane of the most cosmopolitan suburbs, with lots of culture.
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Day 6: Brisbane city centre and dinner cruise On the sixth day you can decide yourself what you want to do in the amazing city centre of Brisbane. In the evening you will have dinner at the dinner cruise.
Day 7: City Botanic Gardens and Kangaroo Point In the morning you will visit the beautiful City Botanic Gardens. Afterwards a visit at Kangaroo Point where Yungaba House is located. This house is a beautiful old mansion in Italianate-style.
Day 11-Day 15: Whitsundays You will spend your last 5 days at the Whitsundays. These beautiful islands will make sure you never forget this holiday. In this package includes a full day trip to the Great Barrier reef,, Whiteheaven Beach, entry to the Island Wildlife Park and much more! After this last stay you can go home with wonderful new and exciting stories.
Day 8—Day 11: Silky Oaks Lodge You will be staying at Silky Oaks Lodge for 4 days. Here you can enjoy the beautiful accommodation in the nature including a guided walk through Mossman Gorge, a day reef trip and much more.
!! Single use is allowed !!
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