The Broadmoor Named #1 Golf Resort in North America by Golf Magazine Readers

The Broadmoor is proud to announce that the property has been named “#1 Golf Resort in North America” by Golf magazine readers.

With more than 8,000 readers voting on four criteria, including Golf, Lodging, Food & Drink, and Service, The Broadmoor secured a “runaway win” to the #1 position, with readers sighting impressive property-wide renovations, as well as ranking The Broadmoor as the leader in the Service, Lodging, and Food & Drink categories.

The award follows an impressive year of national recognition for The Broadmoor’s golf program. Last year Links magazine named The Broadmoor one of the “25 Best Golf Resorts in the World,” while The Broadmoor’s East Course was recognized by Colorado Avid Golfer “Reader and Editor’s Choice Awards” for “Best Resort Course,” and “Best Course Conditions.” Also in 2013 The Broadmoor was also named one of the “Global Ten” resort golf operations in the world in Gary Galyean’s Golf Letter and received a Platinum Award from AGM (Associated Golf Merchandisers).

“The accolades for The Broadmoor’s golf program are a testament to our dedication to create an exceptional experience for our guests,” says Russ Miller, Director of Golf. “With three championship courses to choose from, along with world-class pros, golf at The Broadmoor is unparelleled.”

The Broadmoor has three distinct courses, the East Course, West Course, and Mountain Course. The Broadmoor’s championship East and West courses, designed by Donald Ross and Robert Trent Jones Sr., offer scenic and challenging play for golfers of all handicaps. The East Course is known for its wide, tree-lined fairways and expansive greens, while the West Course offers rolling fairways and steeply-angled greens. The Mountain Course by Nicklaus Design adds an additional 18 challenging holes, large greens and captivating mountain views, ideal for a range of skill levels.

The Golf Club also features a full-service Pro Shop, summer caddie program and electric carts and to date, The Broadmoor has hosted 22 major championships including seven PGA championships.

In addition to golf, The Broadmoor is home to over fifteen on-property dining options, including the Five-Star Five-Diamond Penrose Room, the award-winning Spa at The Broadmoor, and tennis. Indoor activities include Play at The Broadmoor, with six lanes of bowling, while outdoor adventures comprise of horseback riding, hiking, fly fishing, and more.

For more information on Golf at The Broadmoor, please visit Broadmoor.com or call 866.837.9520.

About The Broadmoor

Opened in 1918, The Broadmoor is situated at the gateway to the Colorado Rocky Mountains in Colorado Springs with more than 60 flights into Colorado Springs Airport by Alaska Airlines, Allegiant Air, American Airlines, Delta and United. The resort encompasses 3,000 acres with three championship golf courses, and more than 770 rooms and suites, including the new Cottage suites. Amenities include an award-winning spa and fitness center, nationally recognized tennis program, 26 retail boutiques and 19 restaurants, cafes and lounges.

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Jeffrey Dale Starr is a vodka enthusiast, oil painter, and owner of mobile software company Purple Falcon.

Vida Vacations' Grand Luxxe Opens New Spa Towers in Nuevo Vallarta and Riviera Maya

Grand Luxxe Nuevo Vallarta

Vida Vacations announces the opening of its new Spa Towers at Grand Luxxe resort in Nuevo Vallarta and Riviera Maya.

Each lavishly appointed room in the Spa Towers features a private outdoor plunge pool to calm the senses and rejuvenate the body and richly decorated living spaces featuring calming palates of blues, grays and whites. Accommodations include a two bedroom, 2570 square foot suite and a three bedroom, 3180 square foot suite.

Guest rooms also feature a dedicated concierge and private massage cabin. For those wishing for a more traditional spa setting, the Spa Towers features access to Vida Vacation's award winning Spatium at Nuevo Vallarta, innovators of tequila infused massages and skin treatments.

Surrounded by lush jungles and situated on the water's edge, Grand Luxxe Spa Tower allows for the perfect tropical getaway.

"This is our must luxurious addition yet," says Eric Dubaele, Director of Hotel Operations. "We created the Spa Towers to be the epitome of rest and relaxation. Guests will experience a vacation that they will never forget."

Grand Luxxe, the crown jewel of the Vida Vacations resorts, creates unparalleled luxury for each and every guest. With locations in Nuevo Vallarta and Riviera Maya, each resort features private chefs, butlers and beaches. For those traveling with families, Grand Luxxe offers kid friendly activities, from arts and crafts and floating down the lazy river, to babysitting services for a parent's night out. Active guests can enjoy the Nicklaus designed Nayar and El Manglar golf courses, tennis clinics or snorkeling with sea turtles.

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Jeffrey Dale Starr is a tequila enthusiast, oil painter, and owner of mobile software company Purple Falcon.

Vacationers Find Tranquility at Ixtapan de la Sal Marriott Hotel With New Deal

The Experiences Spa Package seeks to ensure that guests are as relaxed and pampered as possible during their stays at the Ixtapan de la Sal hotel. Vacationers will receive a deluxe room with either one king or two double beds from $268 to $442 per night, plus breakfast for two at Orange Restaurant, two signature relaxing massages at the spa, full access to the state-of-the-art spa wet facilities, a Tecilli Spa amenities kit, complimentary extended late check-out at 4 p.m. and valet parking.

The Tecilli Spa aims to nourish not just the body but the spirit and soul as well. A team of certified therapists have been trained to provide lodgers with the most revitalizing treatments obtainable on Mexico spa vacations. Each is based on the four elements: Earth, wind, fire and water. Ixtapan de la Sal Spa treatments, services and amenities include body scrubs, body wraps, facials, fitness counseling, foot baths, a spa restaurant, steam room and therapy baths. More than 25 treatment rooms are available.

Guests will enjoy breakfast for two at Orange Restaurant, the onsite bistro-style restaurant offering traditional Mexican cuisine as well as creative international dishes in an open, relaxing and memorable atmosphere. Vacationers hungry for more variety can also dine at three other onsite eateries for lunch and dinner. The Grillos Pool Bar serves freshly prepared meals and beverages for lunch to poolside sunbathers and swimmers. Visitors can pull up a chair or grab something to go at El Mercadito Deli Café, serving sandwiches, salads, ice cream and other snacks for breakfast, lunch and dinner. For a truly unique dinner experience, Roberto's Tequila & Cerveza Bar is an international lounge, decorated in the art deco style, with breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside. The restaurant serves a full-range of cocktails and beverages, light meals and music among 54-inch flat-screen televisions.

Although most vacationers will spend a majority of their time outside of their room at the pool or spa, the Ixtapan de la Sal Marriott Hotel understands that rooms still need to be comfortable and inviting so weary travelers can find rest before they begin another exciting day in Mexico. Each room is equipped with many electrical outlets to make charging cell phones and cameras easier. In-room safes provide guests with a secure place to store their valuables and give peace of mind while out having fun. Once travelers are in for the night, they can curl up in their cozy bed and watch a movie on their 34-inch LCD TV with international cable. Wireless high-speed Internet access, iPod docks, irons and ironing boards and Bath & Body Works products are among other amenities guests can expect.

The Experiences Spa Package is valid seven days a week through April 30, 2014. To book this deal online or over the phone at 1-800-228-9290, use promotional code ES8.

About the Ixtapan de la Sal Marriott Hotel, Spa & Convention Center

The Ixtapan de la Sal Marriott Hotel, Spa & Convention Center, under new management, boasts 185 rooms and three suites as well as 13 meeting rooms with 9,277 square feet of flexible space. Guests wishing to explore the area can travel to the Ixtapan de la Sal Carnival, Cacahuamilpa Caves, Senor del Perdon Church, Ixtapan de la Sal Aquatic Park and Teotenango Archeological Site. The hotel offers four unique dining options – the Orange Restaurante, Grillos Pool Bar, El Mercadito Deli Café and Roberto's Bar. The Ixtapan de la Sal hotel also features the Tecilli Spa, known for its holistic approach and transformative treatments. For information, visit www.marriott.com/MEXIX.

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Jeffrey Dale Starr is a tequila enthusiast, oil painter, and owner of mobile software company Purple Falcon.