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A Grand Golf Vacation Experience

Discover a secluded luxury hotel set among an inspiring collection of green golf courses in Orlando, near Lake Buena Vista, home to some of the world’s best golfers. Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress is surrounded by 21 acres of shimmering lakes and lush landscaping, offering the ideal destination for travelers and golfers looking to unwind in the gorgeous Floridian weather. With a variety of off-site golf options and an impressive collection of onsite activities, you may have to stay longer just to experience it all!

No matter what you’re in the mood for, the Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress has it all; from world-class championship golf and tennis to luxury spa services and leisurely afternoons sailing on a private lake. As a Disney Good Neighbor Hotel, this 1,500-acre luxury resort offers easy access to some of the nation’s most popular theme parks, as well as museums, cultural activities, spectator sports and world-class shopping. This is where you’ll find everything needed to create your own perfect resort retreat.

Perfect your swing and tee off on one of the amazing golf courses in the area, such as the Cypress Creek Country Club, Hawk’s Landing Golf Club, Grande Vista Golf Club, and Hunter’s Creek Golf Course. Try out Hawk’s Landing’s par-71 layout as you take in the scenic blend of native Florida wildlife and tropical vegetation. A game on Marriott’s Grande Vista Golf Club means you’ll be surrounded by magnificent oaks and cypress trees, since this course sits on the headwaters of the Florida Everglades ecosystem. These are just a few of the challenging links available to you in the area, making this a grand golf vacation experience for players of all levels!

October 1, 2015/by benefitbidding

Enchanting Disney World Family Vacation

Florida

Orlando offers non-stop fun with more world-class family attractions than any other place on earth! In addition to the thrills of the Walt Disney World theme parks, you’ll also find exceptional golf and world-famous beaches within easy driving distance. Get ready to make fairy tale dreams come true on this quintessential family vacation!

Visit your favorite Disney characters, watch spirited parades, catch stunning fireworks extravaganzas, conquer mountains, cruise down an exotic river, and brave a ghostly mansion! These are just a few of the fun things you can do in the Magic Kingdom! Discover exciting attractions and enchanting international pavilions, and discover the realms of Future World and World Showcase at Epcot! You’ll be center stage at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, where movie magic comes to life! And the largest animal theme park in the world, Disney’s Animal Kingdom, invites you to meet more than 1,700 animals across 250 species!

Just minutes from Walt Disney World Theme Parks, the Sheraton Vistana Resort is surrounded by central Florida’s many attractions and activities, yet serves as a welcome oasis apart from the crowds. The resort also includes a free shuttle to the Disney World attractions, making it easy for the whole family to make the most of the Disney World experience!

There is an abundance of activities for the whole family in Orlando, inside and outside the Disney World Theme Parks. Fly through the swamp on an airboat, learn about America’s space program at the Kennedy Space Center, and explore more than 8,000 plants at the 50-acre Harry P. Leu Gardens.

October 1, 2015/by benefitbidding

Dreams Do Come True

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This is a spectacular vacation for the whole family! Discover Disney World’s parks, from the storybook fantasies of the Magic Kingdom to the fascinating cultures of the world in Epcot. SeaWorld Orlando is a fantastic marine adventure park featuring world-class shows, thrilling rides, and unforgettable animal encounters.

SeaWorld also offers several captivating shows, including “One Ocean”, which envelops you in a multi-sensory celebration of life underneath the sea that inspires and educates. Majestic killer whales join you on a journey into a world that drenches your senses in the vivid colors, vitality and global rhythms of the ocean. “Reflections” is a spectacular show of animated fountains and dazzling fireworks, and “Shamu Rocks” allows you to see amazing killer whale behavior set to sizzling rock and roll music.

Delight in an Orlando hotel near SeaWorld that provides all the comforts and conveniences of home at the Residence Inn. Neighboring a number of family attractions, this centrally located Orlando, FL hotel is near Universal Studios, SeaWorld, Discovery Cove, Walt Disney World. The hotel also offers complimentary scheduled theme park transportation, perfect for any family vacation!

October 1, 2015/by benefitbidding

Glitz and Glamour by the Beach

Florida

Visitors from all around the globe come to Miami South Beach to see the sights and the people. No matter what your tastes may be, there’s something for everyone to see and do in South Beach, whether it involves spending time on the pool deck, strolling along the crashing waves of the beach, or venturing out to soak up the vibrant city. Access to sand, surf, a thriving local dining scene and the glitz and glamour of South Beach are just a few of the benefits of your stay at the Hyatt Centric South Beach Miami.

A vacation in South Beach, a destination like no other, is synonymous with the beach, making the Hyatt Centric South Beach Miami the ideal hotel. You can curl your toes in the sand of Miami Beach in less than a minute’s walk from the front door of the hotel. Lather on the sunscreen, slip on your favorite pair of sunglasses and feel the warmth of the Miami sun on your skin; there is plenty of surf, sand, sun and fun all for the taking. Jog on the beach, people watch, build a sandcastle or bury your traveling companion in the sand for a picture-worthy vacation memory. Let the sound of the surf soothe you as you’re surrounded by palm trees and tropical ocean breezes. You can choose to run on the beach coursing along the Atlantic, get invigorated in the fitness center or slip into the refreshing third floor rooftop deck pool to keep your physique at its best. Let the Hyatt bring you a nosh and drinks from the bar poolside, or step across the street and onto the sand. Stroll down the block to Lincoln Mall and experience the shopping, dining, vibrant scene and entertainment Lincoln Road is known for, all within walking distance of the Hyatt.

If infusing your visit with rich cultural history is on your agenda, don’t miss the world famous Art Deco District’s unique, colorful architecture, or local museums like the Wolfsonian-Florida International University and Bass Museum of Art. If people watching and surf and sand is where you want to be, find a spot at Lummus Park, South Beach’s most famous beachfront park stretching approximately 10 blocks on Ocean Drive.

October 1, 2015/by benefitbidding

Unforgettable Florida Destination

Florida

At the Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort and Spa, lavish gardens and the sparkling waters of Florida’s Gulf Coast and pristine Estero Bay create a classic retreat inspired by the beauty that surrounds it. This luxurious 26-acre resort is one of the first recipients of Florida’s Green Lodging Certification, awarded to hotels that honor “green” guidelines by conserving, protecting and preserving its natural resources. Escape to this Bonita Springs resort and enjoy lavish views, kayak through mangroves, tour the nearby Everglades, and simply savor the sun.

Natural beauty surrounds you wherever you go at the Hyatt Regency Coconut Point. When you golf at the Hyatt, you experience a unique combination of world-class facilities in perfect harmony with the beauty of nature. Each hole was carefully crafted to blend with the environment, leaving a beautiful course with natural surroundings. Under the guidance of Audubon International, the Hyatt has developed an ecological design that preserved the most valuable habitats on site and restored nearly 25 acres of wetlands.

Surrender to the unspoiled natural treasures of Florida, and let the gentle sounds of the surf lull you to a state of enlightened bliss. The Stillwater Spa and Salon is eco-sensitive and leaves no footprint as they float you through a day that reflects Florida’s environment. Discover treatments that are meant to restore the body’s natural rhythms, and thereby renew your purpose, your meaning, and your priorities.

October 1, 2015/by benefitbidding

Florida’s Island Paradise

Florida

Key West is paradise, and offers adventures for everyone; from sightseeing – on land and underwater, watersports, art galleries, kayaking and eco-tours, everything on Key West has been influenced by its Caribbean ambiance and breathtaking natural beauty! The balmy weather and crystal blue skies invite you to spend your days diving and fishing, or touring the historic grounds, such as Ernest Hemingway’s home and the Audubon House Gallery of Natural History. Combine the best of resort living and a pampering spa experience at the luxurious Hyatt Key West.

From sightseeing – on land and underwater, watersports, art galleries, kayaking and eco-tours, everything on Key West has been influenced by its Caribbean ambiance and breathtaking natural beauty.

All the best features in Key West resorts can be found in the Hyatt Key West Resort & Spa. This is a year-round Key West resort and marina on the Gulf of Mexico, within walking distance of shops and attractions. Recreational activities include use of the small beach area, parasailing, diving, snorkeling, fishing, and sailing on the property. Hotel amenities include outdoor pool, whirlpool, exercise room and gourmet cuisine, including the Pool Bar and Grill. Leave the world behind as you relax and refresh in Key West!

Blending the natural delights of local culture with the science of wellness and the healing waters of spa tradition, Jala Spa – named for a Sanskrit word for water – is an award-winning Key West spa offering full immersion in the natural elements essential to maintaining and achieving optimal well-being. Combine the best of resort living and spa experience when you visit this Key West luxury hotel spa.

October 1, 2015/by benefitbidding

Explore Key West’s Inspiring Setting

Florida

Key West is paradise and offers adventures for everyone, from sightseeing – on land and underwater – watersports, art galleries, kayaking and eco-tours, everything on Key West has been influenced by its Caribbean ambiance and breathtaking natural beauty. The balmy weather and crystal blue skies invite you to spend your days diving and fishing or touring the historic landmarks, such as Ernest Hemingway’s home and the Audubon House Gallery of Natural History. Enjoy the motion of the ocean as you sail into the sunset, or take a peak at the wildlife swimming beneath the water’s surface on a glass bottom boat tour – the choice is yours!

All the best features in Key West resorts can be found in the Hyatt Key West Resort and Spa. This is a year-round Key West resort on the Gulf of Mexico, within walking distance of shops and attractions. Recreational activities include use of the small beach area, parasailing, diving, snorkeling, fishing and sailing on the property. Hotel amenities include outdoor pool, whirlpool, exercise room and gourmet cuisine, including the Pool Bar and Grill.

Toast the end of another perfect day in paradise as you watch the sun slowly disappear beyond the horizon on a sunset sail. Relax and enjoy complimentary beer, wine, champagne and soda, as beautiful music floats through the air. Should you choose the glass bottom boat tour, you?ll find a wide variety of fish and other sea creatures awaiting your gaze into their underwater world. In addition, you will have the opportunity to see North America’s only living coral reef, one of the most biologically diverse marine eco-systems in the world.

October 1, 2015/by benefitbidding

Modern Miami’s Art Deco Ardor

Florida

The Courtyard Cadillac Miami Beach/Oceanfront brings a new and modern vibe to Miami Beach. Perched right on the beach, this historic hotel combines glamorous Art Deco design with a bright boutique style, and tops it all off with excellent views of the Atlantic Ocean! Its prime location on 39th and Collins allows you to discover why Miami Beach is such an appealing international destination, with its easy access to all of South Beach’s hot spots along Collins Avenue and Lincoln Road. Whether you spend your days shopping in fantastic boutiques, dining on superb cuisine, visiting galleries or museums, or just enjoying the outdoors, you’ve got the Atlantic Ocean as your backdrop – what could be better?

Refresh your routine with a stay at the Courtyard Cadillac Miami Beach/Oceanfront Hotel! Take advantage of convenient amenities, including complimentary high-speed wireless Internet, or soak up the Florida sun at the beautiful ocean side pool. Start your morning with unparalleled views of the sunrise, sample delicious dining at the onsite restaurants, or fit in a workout at the modern fitness center. From a good night’s sleep with the plush bedding atop pillow-top mattresses, to the accommodating hotel staff eager to meet your every need, the Courtyard is the perfect place to escape for a few days!

The Courtyard also puts you just minutes from South Beach, an eclectic area within Miami Beach, which has earned its reputation as the American Riviera and an Art Deco playground. South Beach features a diverse mix of boutiques, a culinary mecca for gastronomes (the annual South Beach Wine and Food Festival is held here, after all!), white sand and azure water ocean views befitting postcards, and a world-class nightlife scene. The iconic Art Deco buildings make South Beach paradise for architect buffs, and there are several historic buildings and museums you can visit to infuse a bit of yesteryear into your vacation.

October 1, 2015/by benefitbidding

South Beach is the Place to See and Be Seen

Florida

South Beach style and luxury are yours at the Mondrian! Set on the stunning waterfront of Biscayne Bay, Mondrian South Beach captures all the heat, intensity, energy and vibe of the original Mondrian in Los Angeles, and is the perfect complement to its party-centric neighborhood. Prepare for a night out at the hotel’s signature spa, agua, or soak up the sun on a hammock at the pool while enjoying spectacular views of Biscayne Bay – South Beach is your playground!

Revolutionary Dutch designer Marcel Wanders’ whimsical and visionary style for the hotel sets the scene in the lobby to “see-and-be-seen”, with floor-to-ceiling windows that offer spectacular views of the Bay, while the eye is drawn to the masterpiece of the room-an iconic, signature floating staircase. Enjoy a meal al fresco and dine on locally sourced ingredients, sip a specialty cocktail at Sunset Lounge, or work off last night’s indulgence at the world-class gym. Shop at the Semi Automatic machine for unique items and necessities, curated by BASE. Also on site is a private marina exclusively for guests’ use. The latest agua Spa in South Beach features 4,000 square feet of Marcel Wanders-designed interiors with six treatment rooms equipped to offer an extensive variety of services. Along with its signature Milk and Honey treatments and private garden-view terrace, agua at Mondrian is one of the only two spas in the United States to carry products by SJAL.

Put your feet up on a lounge chair and surrender to the sun! Mondrian South Beach’s pool is surrounded by sun-soaked lounge pillows, lush gardens hung with hammocks, secret pathways and kissing corners. Each Sunday, Mondrian features lounge style pool parties with an energizing vibe from a variety of renowned South Beach DJs.

If you care to stray from the Mondrian for a taste of South Beach, the hotel’s location on West Avenue means you won’t be far from the center of South Beach, downtown Miami, Miami Design District, Wynwood Arts District, Venetian Causeway, Lincoln Road, Ocean Drive and Espanola Way. And you can enjoy a variety of watersports on Biscayne Bay, including jet skis, boating, kayaks, and canoes.

October 1, 2015/by benefitbidding

The Most Magical Place on Earth

Florida

Treat your family to the best of Orlando, starting with Disney World, where you can discover fun where imagination reigns at the Magic Kingdom and Disney’s Hollywood Studios! Only at Universal Studios can you go beyond the silver screen and jump into all the action, thrills, and excitement of the movies! Get ready for an entire universe of fun!

Orlando’s hidden treasure…Amidst the fast-paced activity of Lake Buena Vista, the Residence Inn Orlando Lake Buena Vista is an escape for relaxation and convenience. You’re surrounded by the excitement of the Orlando Convention Center, Walt Disney World Theme Parks, World Class Golf, and other famous theme parks. Orlando Premium Outlets are also located less than a mile from the hotel. There’s even a complimentary shuttle to the Disney Theme Parks, just a mile away! After days spent marveling at the Disney and Universal Studios theme parks, you can come home to a place where you can relax in comfort.