Maroma Resort and Spa is set in a verdant jungle beside a white sand beach on the Mayan Riviera. This Orient Express five star property has a unique Mayan feel and every room, whether it faces the ocean or the jungle, is a calming and beautiful place to stay.

Just 300 yards off shore from Maroma is a spectacular coral reef and the lapis blue Caribbean stretches to the horizon beyond. Spend lazy days in ocean and poolside restaurants or stroll through flower-filled gardens where parrots and butterflies perch. Explore some of Mexico’s great heritage sites, dive the coral reef or shop till you drop in Playa del Carmen. Visit the Sian Ka’an biosphere reserve where you can explore the fascinating ecosystem of  the Yucatan 

Unwind and rejuvenate at the Kinan Spa. Kinan is the Mayan word for the healing energy of the sun and some of the spa treatments are based on ancient Mayan healing and cannot be found anywhere else in the world.

There is no way to truly describe the peace and beauty guests find when they stay at Maroma. Call an agent and book today!!

http://www.maromahotel.com/web/ocan/maroma.jsp

• Is the name on your itinerary spelled correctly?
• Does the name on your itinerary match your name as it appears on your driver’s license and/or passport?
• Do you have sufficient blank pages in your passport for any visas?
• Does your passport have at least 6 months validity remaining after the return date of your trip?
• Is your drivers license valid through the end of your trip?
• Have you inspected your itinerary and verified that all dates are correct?

Before you travel:

• Have you checked with your cell phone provider to see if your service will work in all countries you will be visiting?
• Do you have a numerical pin number, if you plan on using your ATM card?
• Do you have credit cards that are accepted in the countries you plan to visit?
• Have you notified your credit card company that you will be traveling and to expect charges from the places you will be?
• If using cash, do you have the necessary currency?

Once on your trip:

• When departing certain countries you will be required to pay departure taxes in local currency. Are you prepared to pay these taxes?
• In some countries the baggage relations departing may be different from those in theUS. Make sure that you are familiar with these policies.

Here are a few must-see sights:

Table Mountain—Cape Town’s most recognizable feature is this spectacular rock formation. The sight is fantastic from the ground, but imagine the view from the top! Take the chance to hike Table Mountain and see Cape Town from a bird’s eye view.

Robben Island—Nelson Mandela spent most of his 27 years in prison here. The island has seen South African history from an interesting perspective, and a tour of the prison is a must for the history buffs.

Castle of Good Hope—This is the oldest colonial building in South Africa, built by the Dutch East India Company in the 17^th century. It is not so much a castle but a fort, and again, a must-see for history buffs.

Victoria & Alfred Waterfront–This is South Africa’s most visited destination, and for good reason! This area, with a Table Mountain backdrop, is great for shopping and entertainment. Set right on the marina, this area is unforgettable and great for all tourists.

This is just a small taste of what Cape Town has to offer. Call us for a full overview of our favorite places to visit, eat and stay.

1. Cruises are an incredible deal. Guests get to see and explore many cities–great entertainment and delicious meals included.

2. One of the down sides to traveling is all of the packing and unpacking. Cruises are like floating hotels. You unpack and pack only one time!

3. Cruises are extremely relaxing. Everything is taken care of. Your only job is to enjoy the ride.

4. There is no need to plan an itinerary for a cruise. The city schedule is planned for you, so the only thing to arrange are shore excursions or a day at leisure in the city. There is always something to do, and it is truly hassle free travel.

5. Passengers get to see sunrises and sunsets on the water. Breathtaking!

On some cruises, special Virtuoso amenities are included by booking through Herff Travel. Don’t miss out!

Settled between gorgeous mountains and the Mediterranean coast, La Residencia in Mallorca is an unbelievably gorgeous and relaxing place to enjoy this unique Spanish island. With only 67 rooms and suites, guests can expect the royal treatment.

The website explains that “guests can do as little or as much as they wish. Learn to paint, explore the region’s many cultural treasures, hike in the hills: or simply let the hotel pack a picnic on its donkey, amble up into the olive terraces and watch the sun sink slowly down.” This is the ultimate place to get away.

El Olivo Restaurant, a refurbished 16th century olive press, offers incredible seafood, veal and pork as well as delicious and creative vegetarian options.

Do not pass up on this one-of-a-kind hotel!

Herff Travel customers recieve amenities that make La Residencia even harder to resist. Guests automatically recieve an upgrade upon arrival, subject to availability, daily full breakfasts for two, a bottle of Cava, and one complimentary face and scalp massage for two.

http://www.hotel-laresidencia.com/web/olar/la_residencia.jsp

The area has been inhabited since the Bronze Age, and over the some odd 5000 years since then, has developed into a city of luxury and beauty.

Here are a few must-see sites:

Holyroodhouse Palace — The Queen’s official residence in Scotland, is filled with incredibly interesting and dramatic Scottish history. Tours of the palace can be arranged.

St. Giles Cathedral — This incredible landmark was built in the 1120s in an effort by the royal family (the sons of Queen (Saint) Margaret and King Malcolm Canmore) to spread Catholicism. An absolute must-see for Edinburgh visitors.

Edinburgh Castle — The landmark and defender of the city. It is now home to the crown jeweles and many museums. Seeing it from a distance does not do this castle justice.

Royal Mile — There is no better way to see a city than to walk its streets. The Royal Mile is located in the heart of the city, and is one of the most famous streets in the world.

A couple of wonderful restaurants:

Wedgwood The Restaurant — Named “UK’s Best Up and Coming Restaurant” by Harden’s Restaurant Guide, this restaurant serves unique and delicious dishes. http://www.wedgwoodtherestaurant.co.uk/

Restaurant Martin Wishart — The chef was named UK Chef of the Year by AA Guide, and Gordon Ramsey calls it “Scotland’s next big thing, no question.” http://www.martin-wishart.co.uk/restaurant-martin-wishart/home.aspx

Contact your Herff Travel agent to book an unforgetable trip to this incredible city.

Augusts in San Antonio can get pretty overwhelming. On most days the temperature reaches the triple digits, and it’s hard to imagine wanting to do anything but stay inside. And what fun is that?

Here are five amazing places to escape the suffocating heat of the city and cool down for a few days.

1. Montage, Deer Valley, UT — http://www.montagedeervalley.com/

2. Four Seasons Resort, Whistler, Canada — http://www.fourseasons.com/whistler/

3. The Broadmoor, Colorado Springs, CO –  http://www.broadmoor.com/

4. Triple Creek Ranch, MT — http://www.triplecreekranch.com/

5. The Carneros Inn, Napa, CA — http://www.thecarnerosinn.com/thecarnerosinn/

As a Virtuoso agency, we can provide incredible amenities that you won’t be able to recieve on your own. These include upgrades upon arrival, complimentary breakfast, complimentary internet access, spa credit, late check out, and more.

Please call (210) 226-4331 to speak to an agent about any of these hotels and their amenities