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South America's Leading Hotel
Copacabana Palace Superbly positioned overlooking the sea, this glamorous OrientExpress landmark in Rio has been welcoming the rich and famous since its Art Deco doors first swung open in 1923. The magnificent pool, with its adjacent super-cool Bar do Copa, are where Brazil’s style setters gather to soak up the sun. The hotel’s restaurants are also destinations in themselves, whether for great local dishes or fine Italian dining in Hotel Cipriani Restaurant. Rio de Janeiro, Brazil +55 21 2548 7070 reservas@copacabanapalace.com.br www.copacabanapalace.com.br
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Hotel Parador Resort & Spa A leader in sustainability, Parador Resort & Spa is a luxe, eco getaway perched high above the sweeping Central Pacific coastline. Parador is the most comprehensive fullservice resort in Manuel Antonio, the country's leading eco-tourism hotspot. Set on 12 lush jungle acres, Parador features modern amenities and unparalleled service – 96 rooms and 33 suites, multiple restaurants and bars and three ocean view pools. Pampered guests have access to a first-class spa, a fitness room and generous event facilities. Manuel Antonio, Punta Quepos, Costa Rica +506 2777 1414 info@HotelParador.com www.HotelParador.com
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Belize's Leading Resort
Las Terrazas Resort The only member of Preferred Hotel Group in Belize, Las Terrazas Resort is nestled on Ambergris Caye’s largest private beachfront. This exclusive destination includes full resort amenities: an on-site five-star PADI dive shop, spa and wellness center, casual yet elegant dining, and concierge services. Each of its 37 spacious townhomes comes fully furnished with modern conveniences and boasts full kitchens, hand-crafted furniture, and complimentary Wi-Fi. Las Terrazas perfectly combines adventure and luxury. San Pedro, Ambergris Caye, Belize +713 780 1233 reservations@lasterrazasbelize.com www.lasterrazasresort.com
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Mexico & Central America's Leading Golf Resort
Los Suenos Marriott Ocean & Golf Resort The Los Sueùos Marriott Ocean & Golf Resort captures the region’s natural splendor, while offering all the contemporary amenities of a world-class resort. Accommodating 201 guests rooms with ocean or mountain views, including nine suites, 29 premium rooms and a Presidential Suite. The resort has a whole range of on-site activities including an 18-hole, Ted-Robinsondesigned golf course, multi-level outdoor perpetual pool alongside the ocean, casino, a Tortuga Kids Club and a Spa. Playa Herradura, Costa Rica +506 2630 9000 +506 2298 0808
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Peru's Leading Business Hotel
Swiss么tel Lima Swiss么tel Lima is strategically located in the most exclusive residential and financial district of San Isidro, within walking distance of the finest restaurants and shopping area. All guest rooms have every modern amenity and offer rich comforts such as plush bedding and spacious marble baths. Executive rooms and Suites have access to the exclusive Executive Lounge where guests enjoy special privileges. Four restaurants and convenient allocated meeting rooms. San Isidro, Lima +51 1611 4400 reservations.lima@swissotel.com www.swissotel.com/lima
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South America's Leading Tour Operator
Yampu Tours We are honored to be South America’s Leading Tour Operator for 2010 and 2011. With custom itineraries to Latin America, India, South Asia, South-East Asia and Africa, we work to design tours that match your interests. When traveling with Yampu Tours, you are backed by an entire team of operations that ensures everything goes according to plan. This is your vacation, and we leave no margin for error. Let the experts guide you! Headquarters: Stowe, USA Sales Office: New York City, USA +1 888 926 7801 +1 212 206 3710 info@yampu.com www.yampu.com
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South America's Leading Boutique Hotel
Las Balsas Gourmet Hotel & Spa For 20 years this residence on the shore of a lake has hosted guests in search of tranquility and relaxation. Immersed in the natural vastness of the National Park Nahuel Huapi, Las Balsas Gourmet Hotel & Spa posses a unique, natural landscape backdrop. Las Balsas Gourmet Hotel & Spa has three suites and twelve rooms, through which the essence of Patagonia can be felt at every moment. The rooms credit a unison between the guests and their natural surroundings. Patagonia, Argentina +54 2944 494 308 info@lasbalsas.com.ar www.lasbalsas.com
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South America's Leading Business Hotel // Brazil's Leading Hotel
Royal Tulip Rio de Janeiro Located in front of S達o Conrado beach, the Royal Tulip Rio de Janeiro is surrounded by the beauty of the Pedra da Gavea and the green courts of the Gavea Golf Club, near one of the most charming and sophisticated shopping malls in Rio called Fashion Mall. The property offers 418 luxurious apartments all with balcony and a beautiful sea view, meeting facilities with capacity to accommodate up to 3,000 people, 2 restaurants and 2 bars. Rio de Janeiro, Brazil +55 21 3323 2200 rtrj.reservas@goldentulip.com.br www.royaltulipriodejaneiro.com
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South America's Leading Green Hotel
Kiaroa Living Kiaroa is a unique experience. A sophisticated and paradise resort with 240,000m2 implemented in ancological sanctuary surrounded by the Atlantic Forest, one of the largest biodiversities in the world. On the peninsula, Kiaroa offers today 25 lodging units including suites and bungalows, SPA, gourmet gastronomy and pleasant activities surrounded by luxury, comfort and privacy. PenĂnsula de MaraĂş Bahia, Brazil +55 71 3272 1320 reservas@kiaroa.com.br www.kiaroa.com.br
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South America's Leading Spa Resort
Casa Grande Hotel Resort & Spa Located in one of the most exclusive spots on the Brazilian coast, Guaruja Island is 44 miles from the city of Sao Paulo. Accommodating 268 rooms, this world-class beachfront resort is set on the three-mile long white-sand beach of Enseada. The authentic two-storey Brazilian colonial architecture building features magnificent tropical gardens, excellent cuisine, a full service spa, and meeting and conference facilities. Casa Grande Hotel Resort and Spa offers a personalized service, which make it the perfect choice for the leisure or business traveller. Sao Paulo, Brazil +55 13 3389 4000 hotel@casagrandehotel.com.br www.casagrandehotel.com.br
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North America's Leading Tour Operator
Adventures by Disney Adventures by Disney (ABD) provides planned and guided family vacations to various domestic and international destinations. It is jointly managed between Walt Disney Parks and Resorts, and the Walt Disney Travel Company, Incorporated. Both of these are units of The Walt Disney Company. On an Adventures by Disney vacation, guests are taken on themed expeditions that often feature activities designed just for kids (or 'Junior Adventurers'). California, USA +1 800 543 0865 www.adventuresbydisney.com
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Ecuador's Leading Spa Resort
Arasha Tropical Forest Resort & Spa Arasha, located less than two hours from Quito, is in the midst of the richest, most bio-diverse "Hot Spot" on the globe. Our Ecofriendly Bungalows, offer our guests, a glimpse at the richness and tranquility of this fragile region. Recognized several times by prestigious tourism organizations Arasha has been named Ecuador’s Finest. ARASHà offers impeccable service, exquisite cuisine, and exceptional accommodations. Arasha is a true paradise within the tropical rainforest. U.S. Office: Tampa, USA +813 855 2024/ 205 0159 cdiez@arasharesort.com www.arasharesort.com
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North America's Leading Business Hotel // United States' Leading Business Hot
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Jumeirah Essex House Celebrating over 80 years of luxury on Central Park South, the historic Jumeirah Essex House first opened its gilded doors in 1931. This Manhattan landmark has recently completed a $90 million refurbishment program that pays homage to its classic Art Deco heritage. Jumeirah Essex House is nestled between the beauty of Central Park and the buzz of Broadway. Enjoy our stylish setting, and surround yourself in the elegance that has lured dignitaries, celebrities and world leaders to this exclusive hotel for many years. New York, USA +1 212 247 0300 jehinfo@jumeirah.com www.jumeirahessexhouse.com
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HARRY POTTER, characters, names and related indicia are trademarks of and © Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. Harry Potter Publishing Rights © JKR. (s12) TM & © 2012 Marvel & Subs. Shrek 4-D © 2012 DreamWorks Animation L.L.C. Hard Rock Hotel ® Hard Rock Cafe International (USA), Inc. Universal elements and all related indicia TM & © 2012 Universal Studios. © 2012 Universal Orlando. All rights reserved.
North America's Leading Theme Resort
Universal Orlando® Resort Universal Orlando® Resort is an entire universe of action and thrills for every member of the family. Play, scream and laugh with the biggest characters in movies, TV and pop culture at two immersive theme parks—Universal Studios® and Universal’s Islands of Adventure®. Swing high above the city streets with Spider-Man™, save the day with Shrek, explore the magic and excitement of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™, and enjoy the dining and nightlife of the Universal CityWalk® entertainment complex. And this summer, join Gru, Margo, Edith, Agnes—and of COURSE the mischievous minions—on an unforgettable 3-D ride experience, Despicable Me Minion Mayhem!
Orlando, USA +1 407 363 8000 www.UniversalOrlando.com
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North America's Leading Transatlantic Airline
Virgin Atlantic Airways Virgin Atlantic Airways is the second largest long-haul operator in the United Kingdom flying to 34 destinations across the United States of America, Africa, Asia and Australasia. Renowned for its innovative approach to customer service and product it pioneered seat back televisions for all passengers, introduced Premium Economy as an entirely new concept and developed one of the largest fully flat beds in Business Class when it launched the Upper Class Suite in 2003. Dubai, UAE +971 4 4060650 customer.services@fly.virgin.com www.virginatlantic.com
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Melia Recoleta Plaza Boutique Hotel
Argentina's Leading Business Hotel
Regal Pacific Hotel Buenos Aires
Argentina's Leading Golf Resort Argentina's Leading Hotel Argentina's Leading Resort Argentina's Leading Ski Resort Argentina's Leading Spa Resort
Llao Llao Hotel & Resort Patios de Cafayate Hotel & Spa Iguazu Grand, Resort Spa & Casino Llao Llao Hotel & Resort Faena Hotel & Universe, Argentina
Belize Belize's Leading Hotel
Cayo Espanto
Belize's Leading Resort
Las Terrazas Resort
Belize's Leading Spa Resort
Blancaneaux Lodge
Bolivia Bolivia's Leading Hotel
Casa Grande Hotel
Brazil Brazil's Leading Boutique Hotel Brazil's Leading Business Hotel Brazil's Leading Golf Resort Brazil's Leading Hotel Brazil's Leading Resort Brazil's Leading Spa Resort
ZANK Boutique Hotel Grand Hyatt Sao Paulo Hotel Do Frade & Golf Resort InterContinental Rio Sheraton Rio Hotel & Resort Kurotel Longevity Center and Spa
Canada Canada's Leading Business Hotel Canada's Leading Golf Resort Canada's Leading Hotel Canada's Leading Ski Resort Canada's Leading Spa Resort
Pan Pacific Vancouver Rodd Crowbush Golf & Beach Resort The Fairmont Winnipeg - Monitoba The Westin Resort & Spa Whistler Temple Gardens Mineral Spa Resort Hotel
Chile Chile's Leading Boutique Hotel
Clos Apalta Winery & Lodge
Chile's Leading Business Hotel
Grand Hyatt Santiago
Chile's Leading Hotel
InterContinental Santiago
Chile's Leading Resort
Villarrica Park Lake Hotel
Chile's Leading Ski Resort Chile's Leading Spa Resort
Valle Nevado Ski Resort Villarrica Park Lake Hotel
Colombia Colombia's Leading Boutique Hotel
101 Park House
Colombia's Leading Business Hotel
InterContinental Cali
Colombia's Leading Hotel
Sofitel Cartagena Santa Clara
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WORLD TRAVEL AWARDS // BEST IN AMERICAS 2011 Costa Rica Costa Rica's Leading Golf Resort Costa Rica's Leading Hotel Costa Rica's Leading Resort Costa Rica's Leading Spa Resort
Four Seasons Resort Costa Rica at Peninsula Papagayo Hotel Parador Resort & Spa Hotel Parador Resort & Spa JW Marriott Guanacaste Resort & Spa
Ecuador Ecuador's Leading Boutique Hotel
La Mirage Garden Hotel & Spa, Ecuador
Ecuador's Leading Business Hotel
Hotel Oro Verde Guayaquil
Ecuador's Leading Hotel
Hotel Oro Verde Guayaquil
Ecuador's Leading Resort Ecuador's Leading Spa Resort
Royal Palm Hotel Arasha Tropical Forest Resort & Spa
El Salvador El Salvador's Leading Hotel
Real InterContinental San Salvador
French Guiana French Guiana's Leading Hotel
Novotel Cayenne
Guatemala Guatemala's Leading Hotel
The Westin Camino Real
Guyana Guyana's Leading Hotel
Pegasus Hotel Guyana
Honduras Honduras' Leading Hotel
Hilton Princess San Pedro Sula Hotel
Mexico & Central America Mexico & Central America's Leading Airline
Copa Airlines
Mexico & Central America's Leading Airport
Benito Juarez International Airport, Mexico City, Mexico
Mexico & Central America's Leading Airport Hotel Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton San Jose-Airport, Costa Rica Mexico & Central America's Leading All-inclusive Resort
Paradisus Playa Conchal Resort, Costa Rica
Mexico & Central America's Leading Beach Destination
Cancun, Mexico
Mexico & Central America's Leading Boutique Hotel
Hotel Secreto, Mexico
Mexico & Central America's Leading Business Hotel
Real InterContinental Hotel & Club Tower Costa Rica
Mexico & Central America's Leading Car Hire
Europcar
Mexico & Central America's Leading Cruise Port
Panama Port
Mexico & Central America's Leading Destination
Cancun, Mexico
Mexico & Central America's Leading Family Resort Mexico & Central America's Leading Golf Resort
Dreams Cancun Resort & Spa, Mexico Los Suenos Marriott Ocean & Golf Resort, Costa Rica
Mexico & Central America's Leading Green Expedition Company Mexico & Central America's Leading Green Hotel
Rio Secreto Morgan's Rock Hacienda & Ecolodge, Nicaragua
Mexico & Central America's Leading Hotel Mexico & Central America's Leading Hotel Brand Mexico & Central America's Leading Luxury Resort Mexico & Central America's Leading Meetings & Conference Centre Mexico & Central America's Leading Meetings & Conference Hotel Mexico & Central America's Leading New Hotel
Hotel Parador Resort & Spa, Costa Rica InterContinental Hotels & Resorts Rosewood Mayakobรก, Riviera Maya, Mexico Cancun Center, Cancun, Mexico Hilton Mexico City Reforma, Mexico Banyan Tree Cabo Marques, Acapulco, Mexico
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WORLD TRAVEL AWARDS // BEST IN AMERICAS 2011 Mexico & Central America's Leading Resort
ME by Melia Cabo, Mexico
Mexico & Central America's Leading Spa Resort
JW Marriott Guanacaste Resort & Spa, Costa Rica
Mexico & Central America's Leading Tour Operator
Grand American Adventures
Mexico & Central America's Leading Tourist Board
Cancun Convention & Visitors Bureau
Mexico & Central America's Leading Travel Agency
Viajes Tivoli
Mexico Mexico's Leading All-inclusive Resort
Hacienda Tres Rios Resort
Mexico's Leading Boutique Hotel
La Tortuga Hotel
Mexico's Leading Business Hotel
Sheraton Maria Isabel Hotel & Towers
Mexico's Leading Family Resort
Dreams Cancun Resort & Spa
Mexico's Leading Golf Resort
Fairmont Mayakoba
Mexico's Leading Hotel
InterContinental Presidente Mexico City
Mexico's Leading Resort
Royal Hideaway Playacar
Mexico's Leading Spa Resort
Dreams Cancun Resort & Spa
Nicaragua Nicaragua's Leading Hotel
Hilton Princess Managua
North America North America's Leading Airline
American Airlines
North America's Leading Airline to The Caribbean North America's Leading Airport North America's Leading Airport Hotel
JetBlue Airways
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport, Georgia, USA Hilton Miami Airport, Florida, USA
North America's Leading Beach Destination North America's Leading Beach Hotel
Maui, Hawaii TheTides Hotel, Florida, USA
North America's Leading Boutique Hotel
Soho House New York, USA
North America's Leading Business Hotel
Jumeirah Essex House, USA
North America's Leading Car Hire North America's Leading Casino Resort North America's Leading Cruise Line
Avis Bellagio Las Vegas, Nevada, USA Royal Caribbean Cruise Line
North America's Leading Cruise Port North America's Leading Cruise Travel Agent
Miami Crown Cruise Vacations
North America's Leading Destination
Las Vegas, USA
North America's Leading Golf Resort
The Diplomat Country Club & Spa, Florida, USA
North America's Leading Green Hotel
King Pacific Lodge, A Rosewood Resort, Canada
North America's Leading Honeymoon Destination North America's Leading Hotel North America's Leading Hotel Brand
Maui, Hawaii The Mansion on Turtle Creek, A Rosewood Hotel, USA Marriott Hotels & Resorts
North America's Leading Low-Cost Airline
Frontier Airlines
North America's Leading Luxury Car Hire
Avis Prestige
North America's Leading Luxury Hotel North America's Leading Luxury Resort North America's Leading Meetings & Conference Hotel North America's Leading New Hotel North America's Leading Resort North America's Leading River Cruise Company North America's Leading Ski Resort
Trump Hotel Chicago, USA Cordevalle, A Rosewood Resort InterContinental The Barclay New York, USA JW Marriott Indianapolis Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin, Florida, USA Viking River Cruises St. Regis Resort Aspen, Colorado, USA
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WORLD TRAVEL AWARDS // BEST IN AMERICAS 2011 North America's Leading Spa Resort
The Peaks Resort & Golden Door Spa, Colorado, USA
North America's Leading Sports Tourism Destination
Vancouver
North America's Leading Theme Resort
Universal Orlando Resort, USA
North America's Leading Tour Operator
Adventures by Disney
North America's Leading Tourist Board North America's Leading Transatlantic Airline North America's Leading Travel Agency North America's Leading Travel Management Company North America's Leading Travel Merchandising Solution Provider North America's Responsible Tourism Award
VisitFlorida Virgin Atlantic Airways McTavish Travel FCm Travel Solutions Datalex Seminole Tribe of Florida
Panama Panama's Leading Hotel Panama's Leading Resort
InterContinental Mirimar Panama Melia Panama Canal
Paraguay Paraguay's Leading Hotel
Resort Yacht Y Golf Club Paraguayo
Peru Peru's Leading Boutique Hotel
Sonesta Posadas del Inca Sacred Valley
Peru's Leading Business Hotel
Swiss么tel Lima
Peru's Leading Hotel Peru's Leading Resort
JW Marriott Hotel Lima Machu Picchu Sanctuary Lodge
South America South America's Leading Airline
TAM Airlines
South America's Leading Airport
Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport, Peru
South America's Leading Airport Hotel South America's Leading Beach
Marriott Sao Paulo Airport , Brazil Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
South America's Leading Boutique Hotel
Las Balsas, Argentina
South America's Leading Business Hotel
InterContinental Rio, Brazil
South America's Leading Business Travel Agency
Viajes Calitour
South America's Leading Car Hire South America's Leading Casino Resort
Avis Iguazu Grand, Resort Spa & Casino, Argentina
South America's Leading Cruise Line
Costa Cruises
South America's Leading Cruise Port
Rio de Janeiro (port), Brazil
South America's Leading Destination
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
South America's Leading Family Resort South America's Leading Golf Resort South America's Leading Green Destination South America's Leading Green Hotel South America's Leading Hotel South America's Leading Hotel Brand South America's Leading Meetings & Conference Centre South America's Leading Meetings & Conference Hotel South America's Leading Resort
Sheraton Colonia Golf & Spa Resort, Uruguay Hesperia Isla Margarita, Venezuela Machu Picchu, Peru Kiaroa Eco-Luxury Resort, Brazil Copacabana Palace, Brazil Hilton Hotels RIOCENTRO Exhibition & Conference Center, Brazil Sheraton Santiago Hotel and Convention Center, Chile Villarrica Park Lake Hotel, Chile
South America's Leading Ski Resort
Hotel Piscis, Las Lenas Resort, Argentina
South America's Leading Spa Resort
Casa Grande Hotel Resort & Spa, Brazil
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WORLD TRAVEL AWARDS // BEST IN AMERICAS 2011 South America's Leading Sports Tourism Destination South America's Leading Tour Operator South America's Leading Tourist Board South America's Leading Travel Agency South America's Leading Travel Management Company
Brazil Yampu Tours PromPeru - Peruvian Tourism Board Discover Brazil ILS3 - Intelligent Leisure Solutions and Discover Travel Group
Suriname Suriname's Leading Hotel
Torarica Hotel & Casino
United States United States' Leading Boutique Hotel
Rosewood Inn of the Anasazi Santa Fe
United States' Leading Business Hotel
Jumeirah Essex House
United States' Leading Casino Resort
Aria Resort & Casino
United States' Leading Conference Hotel United States' Leading Golf Resort United States' Leading Green Resort United States' Leading Heritage Hotel United States' Leading Honeymoon Resort United States' Leading Hotel United States' Leading Lifestyle Hotel United States' Leading Luxury Hotel
Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Cordevalle, A Rosewood Resort Sadie Cove Wilderness Lodge Alaska The Sherry Netherland, New York Rosewood Sand Hill, Menlo Park The Mansion on Turtle Creek, A Rosewood Hotel The Marlin Hotel, Miami Rosewood Crescent Hotel Dallas
United States' Leading Ski Resort
Park Hyatt Beaver Creek Resort & Spa
United States' Leading Spa Resort
Acqualina Resort & Spa on the Beach
United States' Leading Suite
The Royal Plaza Suite, The Plaza New York
Uruguay Uruguay's Leading Boutique Hotel Uruguay's Leading Golf Resort Uruguay's Leading Hotel Uruguay's Leading Resort Uruguay's Leading Spa Resort
Hotel-Art Las Cumbres, Uruguay Sheraton Colonia Golf & Spa Resort Conrad Punta Del Este Resort & Casino Mantra Resort Spa & Casino Las Dunas Beach Hotel & Spa
Venezuela Venezuela's Leading Business Hotel Venezuela's Leading Hotel Venezuela's Leading Resort
InterContinental Tamanaco Caracas JW Marriott Hotel Caracas Hesperia Isla Margarita
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