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United
States Destinations
Santa
Fe, New Mexico
Las
Vegas, Nevada
New
Orleans and Jazz Fest
Napa
and Sonoma Valleys, California
Myrtle
Beach, South Carolina
International
Destinations
Ambergris Caye, Belize
Vancouver, British Columbia
Zihuatanejo,
Mexico
Grand Bahama Island (GBI)
Sevilla /Cordoba, Spain
Capri, Italy
United
States Destinations
Santa Fe, New Mexico
Santa
Fe – a jewel embedded in what most only know as vast desert.
Santa Fe's art, culture, tranquil attitude and great weather attract
many travelers, including many incentive groups. It's a great southwestern
escape for those who like to spend their days by the pool, browsing
galleries or seeking adventure. Evenings can be spent dining at
restaurants like Rociada or enjoying Santa Fe's symphony or opera.
If you're a fan of southwestern cooking, you'll be able to stock
up on ingredients here.
Spend
your days at one of the luxury resort properties in the nearby area
– activities abound!
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Las
Vegas, Nevada
Some
love its excitement, some hate its excess. Nevertheless, it's still
an extremely popular vacation destination for those who like to
try their chances with Lady Luck. But Vegas has added many non-gambling
attractions, including world-class restaurants and spectacular new
hotels. For the ultimate new experience, stay off "the strip"
at a deluxe, fully inclusive golf resort that let's you feel like
you're miles away from the craziness – yet still close enough
if you want it!
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New
Orleans and Jazz Fest
New Orleans is surely one of the most exciting and cultural cites
in the USA. Whether you're into live jazz, exquisite dining, or
just an all-around, versatile place to meet, New Orleans is the
place. And if you plan in conjunction with the New Orleans Jazz
Festival, you are sure to have the experience of a lifetime!
The New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival brings the city's fairgrounds
to life with a raucous buzz of music, food, history and celebration.
Hundreds of thousands of visitors from around the United States
and the world trek to this event, which welcomes hundreds of musicians
performing in constant concerts for the duration of the festival.
New Orleans is a fascinating and fun city all year long; Jazz Fest
is just another reason to visit.
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Napa
and Sonoma Valleys, California
World famous for its incredible wines and haute California Cuisine,
and probably one of the most beautiful places on earth. A great
incentive destination – especially if the goals include re-focus
and relaxation.
Sonoma Valley is smaller and quieter than its famed neighbor, Napa,
but the atmosphere is even more relaxed, and the scenery just as
beautiful. People in this region focus on living la dolce vita.
The abundance of wineries and organic farms make for indulgent dining
experiences at local restaurants. The quaint towns have personality
to spare.
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Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
Myrtle Beach, S.C., is surely a Mecca for the golfer, but it offers
so much more! The surrounding area – a long stretch of beachfront
known as the Grand Strand – provides a haven for golfers and
beach-lovers alike. Many of the towering resort hotels even include
greens fees in their package deals! And this region boasts some
of the country's best seafood houses as well.
With the over 100 premiere golf courses in the area, Myrtle Beach
should attract even the most selective of golfers. What's best is
it's a quick trip for East Coasters and Midwesterners alike –
even west coasters can take advantage of direct flights!
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International Destinations
Ambergris Caye,
Belize
Belize – the name alone conjures a sense of intrigue and excitement
– Situated just below Mexico's Yucatan, you are able to relax
on the white sand beaches and enjoy the "second largest reef
on Earth" – just 400 yards off shore. Snorkel or scuba
dive Jacques Cousteau's famous "Blue Hole", go deep-sea
fishing, catamaran sailing, or take an inland tour to the world
famous Mayan ruins. Choose from many daily activities on the island,
explore the mainland, or play in the tranquil waters of the Western
Caribbean!
By night, have a relaxing dinner or beachside barbeque, then get
into a festive mood at the Purple Parrott. If you still have energy
left, then experience the nightlife of San Pedro's many bars and
nightclubs. Ramon's is in walking distance from San Pedro or you
can be transported via their golf carts!
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Vancouver, British
Columbia
Vancouver's stunning beauty is reason enough to visit. The city's
hills provide striking views of the ocean and bays, and you can
whale-watch at nearby Vancouver Island. But these natural wonders
are only part of the attraction. Museums, gardens and quaint neighborhoods
abound. The city's large Asian population influences the vibrant
dining scene, and the nightlife is some of the best on the west
coast. Combine a trip to Vancouver with a few days in Victoria,
and bring back memories to last a lifetime.
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Zihuatanejo,
Mexico
When travelers think of Mexico's Pacific Coast, they probably think
of Acapulco, or maybe even Puerto Vallarta. But there's a gem of
a destination just 140 miles from Acapulco and very close to the
international airport in Ixtapa. It's called Zihuatanejo (or simply
Zihua), and it offers calm bay waters instead of powerful tides,
leisurely beaches instead of throngs of tourists.
Aside from lounging on the beach, you can spend your days fishing
for marlin, golfing and dining at fine restaurants. Discover this
untouched paradise before everyone else does – a perfect destination
for your next incentive!
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Grand Bahama Island (GBI)
Grand Bahama Island is a jewel in the Caribbean, and more than just
conch shells and Freeport. Outside the city is an entire island
filled with gorgeous beaches, and natural wonders – including
one of the world's largest underwater cave systems! The small towns
seem to sleep in time, and they hide a history unlike any other
in the Caribbean.
There's more to GBI than the beach. In the evening, step up to the
nightclubs, casinos, dance halls and bars – all with local
flare – Or just sing and dance to sounds of rolling waves and
Bahamian rhythm at the beach bonfire.
Most resorts are also within walking distance of Port Lucaya Marketplace,
one of the world's most famous straw markets and the Underwater
Explorers Society – home to the friendliest dolphins in the
Caribbean! There's too much to do!
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Sevilla /Cordoba, Spain
Want to take your incentive "across the pond"? Well, then
the cities of Sevilla and Cordoba give visitors a special taste
of Spain – old and new. In Cordoba, you can see remnants of
Moorish Spain, including a mosque built in AD 785 and many Moorish-style
gardens. Sevilla has its share of historical sights as well, but
it is also home to a modern university, amazing shopping, interesting
museums and expansive parks. Both cities offer the warmth and festive
atmosphere of Spain, not to mention delicious "tapas"
cuisine and other native foods. Stay at one of the famous world-class
resorts, or angle on the more traditional, and stay in one of the
region's beautiful country hotels.
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Capri,
Italy
The Italian island of Capri is the stuff postcards are made of:
bright emerald/blue water, jagged cliffs, white sand beaches and
gorgeous lemon trees. It's a destination for the rich and famous,
but still not out of many incentive groups' price range. If you're
planning an incentive trip to Italy, you should definitely consider
catching a ferry from Naples or Sorrento to access this gorgeous
island getaway for at least a few days. In addition to the beaches,
you'll find ancient ruins, grottos and churches – not to mention
amazing, inexpensive restaurants, many with breathtaking views of
the sea.
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