VDP Cancun News Winter 2011 Phase I Grand Opening W e are so pleased and excited to announce the Grand Opening of Phase I of the beautiful new Villa del Palmar Cancun resort! What an amazing way to ring in the New Year! Here are just a few of the highlights of this gorgeous new property: Food & Beverage The new Tiki Beach Bar is located on the beach in front of the Activities Palapa. The Sushi Lounge on the Terrace is also open. La Casona is our fine dining restaurant and will be open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Zamá restaurant will specialize in Mayan Mexican Fusion cuisine. Connectivity All rooms have Satellite TV and are wired for Internet. The Palmita market will also have 2 computers connected to the Internet. Free Shuttle Service For those who want to try out Cancun s amazing shopping and nightlife, a free shuttle is offered from the Resort to Cancún Centro and the Las Americas Shopping Plaza, departing from the lobby every hour on the hour. And for those that wish to go and explore gorgeous Isla Mujeres, we are just a short walk to the Ferry that will take you to this magical island only 20 minutes across the bay. Palapa, Pool and Beach Chair Reservation Program We are introducing a new program to take the frustration out of having to save your chairs. At check-in you will receive a Reservation Card that you will turn in to the Towel Palapa to receive your towels. Here you can look at a map of the pool and beach areas and reserve a location for the day or week. All beach beds, chairs and palapas will be reserved on a first-come first-served basis, and will be monitored by the pool butlers. Another perk our pool butlers and servers will be offering poolside food and beverage service that you can charge to your room. Let us lift a finger so you don t have to! Activities Program Villa del Palmar Cancún will be offering an exciting selection of activities: Relaxing Stretching, Yoga, Bingo, Piñata Making, Handicrafts, Kite Making Active Shopping Tour, Beach and Pool Volleyball, Kayaking, Snorkeling, Aqua Aerobics Yummy! Ceviche Lessons, Margarita Lessons Children s Program Details coming 24-Hour Security Security is taken very seriously at Villa del Palmar Cancún. The Head of Security has been with the Villa Group for many years. In addition to 24-hour security, we have cameras located in all the public areas and we are located next to a police precinct. Contents Phase I Grand Opening Pg. 1 Eagle s Wings Pg. 2 All-Inclusive Meal Plan Pg. 2 Out and About Cancun Pg. 3 Out and About Loreto Pg. 3 Out and About PV Pg. 4 Out and About Cabo Pg. 4 Cancun Staff and Contacts Pg. 5 UVCI Calendar Pg. 6
I n response to the 2011 Maintenance Fees recently sent out, we have had a number of members asking for clarification on what the $10 Eagle s Wings Foundation line charge on the bill is for. The Eagle s Wings Foundation is a non-profit organization started by a long-time Villa del Palmar owner Jim McCarthy. The Foundation s mission is to provide assistance to charitable groups in the cities and neighboring areas around the Villa Group resort cities. Its mission is to give back to those communities that have provided so many years of wonderful vacation memories to Villa Group vacation owners in their home away from home. The donation is entirely optional, but please realize how much of a difference your $10 can make to a desperately needy child or person that may live only a few minutes from the beautiful resorts where you vacation. Organizations which benefit from the donations are: Scholarship Programs Eagle s Wings Thrift Store Orphanages Programs for the Mentally and Physically Challenged Eagle s Wings Foundation David Fitzgerald, PV Sales Director and children from Casa Infantil Mojoneras. Elderly Assistance Families of Domestic Violence Public Library Medical Clinics and Services Humane Society Your support of this amazing organization is always appreciated and lets us give back to those less fortunate. Eagle s Wings Foundation has been recognized many times over the years for its humanitarian efforts it is a respected and vital organization and you can be proud that your donation is helping to make a real difference! All-Inclusive Meal Plan Your vacation just got better! You literally won t have to plan a thing if you select our fantastic All-Inclusive package. Just show up and start relaxing! $95 per day/person or $47.50 for children under 12. Plan includes Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Theme Nights, Snacks at Zama and the Tiki Beach Bar, room service, Mini Bar, and alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages (there is a separate charge for premium wine or alcohol). BONUS also included is use of the fitness room, non-motorized water sports, and other activities. Purchase the All-Inclusive when you make your reservation, during the Pre-Arrival Call or onsite at the Resort. 2
VDP Cancun News Winter 2011 Out And About Cancun Cancun Nightlife Whether you want to dance the night away in one of Cancun s nightclubs or spend a relaxing evening with friends in one of the many bars, the nightlife in Cancun will never disappoint you. An eclectic selection of music fills the evening air and the Cancun nightlife takes to the streets until the sun comes up. Nightclubs Get your dancing shoes on and get ready to party! The nightclubs in Cancun are renowned for being some of the best in the world. In Cancun nightclubs such as The City, Coco Bongo, Dady O and the Bulldog Café, there are laser and light shows, acrobats, special live acts and you will get to hear some of the best DJs from around the world. Bars You don t have to go to a nightclub for a great night out in Cancun. There are many lively Cancun bars open until the early hours with a true party atmosphere. Some of the most famous are Señor Frogs and Carlos n Charlies, but there also many other great bars in Cancun. Lounge Bars For all you hip and trendy people, Cancun lounge bars such as Nectar and the Thai Lounge offer you contemporary décor, comfortable seating and more mellow music for those that want to spend an evening soaking up the atmosphere over a cocktail or two. Live Music Venues The live music venues in Cancun offer anything you like from jazz to rock to salsa. You can try out Azucar for some of the best salsa and merengue bands around. Go to Roots if you re feeling in a Jazzy mood. Out And About Loreto Sea Kayak Adventures The Baja California peninsula is a land of dramatic contrasts where cactus-filled deserts and towering mountains meet a rich marine environment along hundreds of miles of coastline. This desert wilderness is one of the best winter sea kayaking, snorkeling and whale watching destinations in North America. Besides warm sunny weather and startling scenery, Baja is world-renowned for close encounters with gray, fin and blue whales in the wild. Baja is a place of stunning natural wonder and beauty the sounds of sea birds and the smell of desert flowers this is paradise come true. Your adventure begins paddling a sea kayak through the turquoise waters of Loreto Bay National Marine Park in the Sea of Cortez (Gulf of California). Visit desert islands, snorkel over reefs with brightly-colored fish and seek close encounters with whales. Hike an arroyo full of fascinating geology and sleep on a sandy beach beneath a star-filled sky more luminous than one could imagine. It s all up close and wild! For more information, visit www.seakayakadventures.com. Call 866-668-9261 for Club Caribe Villa del Palmar information and assistance 3
VDP Cancun News Winter 2011 Out And About P V Brunch in the Botanical Gardens Vallarta Botanical Gardens are 20 acres of highland mountain splendor located just 30 minutes south of Old Town Puerto Vallarta. Since opening in 2004, Vallarta Botanical Gardens has won international accolades and the gardens are considered by many locals and tourists alike to be the most beautiful place in the Puerto Vallarta area. The Botanical Gardens are available for weddings and other special events. A day spent enjoying the gardens would not be complete without a stop at the restaurant, Hacienda de Oro, which offers a wide variety of food & refreshments and is the perfect setting for an unforgettable dining experience. A Sunday Brunch is available every Sunday from 10:00am to 2:00pm, for only $170 Pesos per person (approximately $15 USD) which includes coffee and tea service, a cocktail, Mimosa or soft drink, plus cinnamon puff, fresh tropical fruit and entrée of your choice from the Brunch Menu. Out And About Cabo 4x4 Desert Safari Tours Welcome on board one of these Mercedes Unimogs and get to know more about our countryside. This is a tour where you will be in full contact with the nature of Baja. You will admire the local churches, shopping areas, and then go directly to the middle of the wondrous natural reserve that is the Baja desert. While there, a local family will open their doors where you will enjoy homemade tortillas, natural fruits and authentic Mexican food. Before the tour is over, you will savor a shot of soothingly invigorating tequila! Viva Mexico!! 4 Call 866-668-9261 for Club Caribe Villa del Palmar information and assistance
Meet Your Cancun Staff I n the Fall Newsletter, we introduced you to Karen Holden, Director of Member Services, Germinal Garcia, General Manager, and Cesar Gonzales, Project Architect. In this and the next few issues, we will continue to introduce talented people who all strive to provide each and every member and guest with the ultimate vacation experience. Villa del Palmar Cancun is excited to have a group of industry professionals whose dedication and experience will ensure the long-term success of Villa del Palmar Cancun. Maria Ines Azcárate, Legal and Loan Verification Officer Maria Ines was born in Mexico City and has a diverse background in economics, history, human resources, journalism and communications. She moved to Cancun 13 years ago where she worked as a Legal officer in the private sector for almost 12 years. We welcome her to the opening team of Villa del Palmar Cancun to coordinate the legal and loan verification department. Maria Ines is committed to service and is looking forward to supporting and sharing her experience with all members of Villa del Palmar Cancun. Mark Piff, Sales Director Originally from White Rock, BC, Canada, Mark has been working and living here in Mexico for the past 14 years. He has come to the Villa Group, firm in his belief that quality vacations are one of the foundations of a happy and fulfilled life. He is passionate about helping families understand how the Villa del Palmar Cancun can help them make their dreams come true through vacationing. Chris Cornish, Sales Manager Chris, a Canadian from Ontario, came on vacation to Puerto Vallarta back in 1993, fell in love with the beaches in Mexico and never left. Seventeen years later his passion for Mexico and travel is still evident, as he has introduced more than 12,000 families to vacation ownership and takes vacations with his wife any chance that he gets. Chris is one of the two Managers working in our Sales Department. John Kowalski, Sales Manager John grew up in the outskirts of Philadelphia, PA. A former NFL/CFL football player, he brings the core values of passion, desire and a great work ethic to our Sales Management team. John has worked in the travel industry for 9 years enhancing families lives by helping them realize the importance of vacations. Important Addresses And Phone Numbers UVC International 404 Camino Del Rio South, Fourth Floor San Diego, CA 92108 Hours: 7:30 am to 6:00 PM PST Toll Free: 1-866-668-9261 Outside the US & Canada:1-619-209-5944 Fax: 1-619 209-5920 Website: www.villapalmarcancun.com Email: memberservices@resortcom.com On-Site Customer Service: Email: mservicecancun@villagroup.com Resort Fax: (998) 193-2600 ext. 1019 Villa del Palmar Cancun Carretera Punta Sam Km. 5.200 MZ9, SMZ2, L3 Isla Mujeres Quintana Roo, Mexico 77500 Phone: 011-52-998-193 2600 Resortcom International Reservations and Member Services Website: www.resortcom.com Owner Referral Program Toll-Free: 1-800-676-9394 Vacation Exchange Interval International (II): USA: 1-800-634 3415 CANADA: 1-800-638 3400 Website: www.intervalworld.com Resort Contacts Villa del Mar / Villa del Palmar Puerto Vallarta Blvd. Francisco Medina Ascencio KM 0.3 Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco MX 48300 Phone: 011-52-322-226-1400 Fax: 011 52 322 224-6837 Villa del Palmar Flamingos Paseo Cocoteros 750 Sur Nuevo Vallarta, Nayarit MX 63732 Phone: 011-52-322-226-8100 Fax: 011-52-322-226-8101 Villa del Palmar Cabo San Lucas Km 0.5 Camino Viejo A San Jose Cabo San Lucas, BCS, MX 23410 Phone: 011-52-624-145-7000 Fax: 011-52-624-145-7071 Villa del Arco Cabo San Lucas Km 0.5 Camino Viejo A San Jose Cabo San Lucas, BCS, MX 23410 Phone: 011-52-624-145-7200 Fax: 011-52-624-145-7201 Villa del Palmar Loreto Carretera Transpeninsular K.M. 83 Ensenada Blanca Loreto BCS 23680 Phone: 011-52-613-134-1000 5
PLACE STAMP HERE 404 Camino Del Rio South Fourth Floor San Diego, CA 92108 VDP Cancun News Winter 2011 UVCI Annual Calendar October 1st Maintenance fee assessment bills mailed. November 30th Maintenance fee payments due. 1st Installment is due for members utilizing the quarterly or monthly maintenance fee payment option. December 1st Unpaid maintenance assessments are delinquent and subject to late fees and penalties. February 1st 2nd Installment due for members utilizing the quarterly maintenance fee payment option. May 1st 3rd Installment due for members utilizing the quarterly maintenance fee payment option. August 1st 4th Installment due for members utilizing the quarterly maintenance fee payment option Vacation Banking Dealines: Summer Requests must be received by: VPA (Summer) Members 09/01 Winter Holiday Requests must be received by: VPA (Winter/Holiday) Members 11/01 Call 866-668-9261 for Club Caribe Villa del Palmar information and assistance