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Venetian and Palazzo in Las Vegas are now an Alliance Resort with InterContinental. This means you can earn points and stays by staying at the Venetian and Palazzo. I don't know about you but I've been waiting for some sort of affiliation to earn rewards for these hotels!

Win the unexpected and extraordinary in Las Vegas!: "Win a VIP experience at The Venetian® and The Palazzo®, the first InterContinental® Alliance Resort, and one of eight other prizes in Las Vegas!"

InterContinental^® Alliance Resorts

InterContinental Alliance Resorts bring amazing resorts to landmark locations where there currently isn't an InterContinental Resort. These resorts enable you to experience these magnificent destinations while enjoying all the rewards of being an InterContinental guest. Although not owned, operated or managed by InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG), these resorts are aligned with the spirit of InterContinental Hotels & Resorts and complement the InterContinental portfolio. In addition, members of Priority Club Rewards and InterContinental Ambassador can also earn and redeem Priority Club points at each InterContinental Alliance Resort.

The Venetian

The Venetian® is a must-see resort destination with an artful recreation of the charm and romance of Venice in the heart of the world-famous Las Vegas Strip. The world’s largest five-diamond, four-star resort features all-suite accommodations, which average 700 square feet – roughly twice the size of a typical Las Vegas hotel room. MORE ABOUT THIS RESORT

InterContinental Resorts

No two InterContinental Resorts are alike, but they all have one thing in common: they're located in must-visit destinations.

The Palazzo

The Palazzo® welcomes visitors to a world where impeccable service and unforgettable ambiance are at every turn. Recently ranked first among Las Vegas Hotels in Travel + Leisure's World’s Best Awards, The Palazzo, the world’s largest five-diamond, all-suite resort, offers the best in dining, shopping, and entertainment.

YES! It Is Worth It To Treat Yourself!

I had the wonderful opportunity to spend a glorious night at The Fairmont San Francisco recently. My husband and I were celebrating our 2nd wedding anniversary and wanted something very special, and we also needed a true get away. Being a travel agent has its perks and I was able to book a room at The Fairmont for a very reasonable price. I've always wanted to stay at this grand, world-famous hotel, and this was my chance.

We arrived on a Friday evening and were treated like royalty from the beginning. We were offered a triple room upgrade at check in which we happily accepted. We were also given an anniversary card and staff throughout the hotel somehow knew we were celebrating an anniversary and wished us well. I felt very at home in this historical hotel. I won't go into the minute details of the entire stay, but our room was very cushy and the bathroom was huge with marble everywhere and a separate shower and tub. The bed was very comfy. We enjoyed having cocktails in the recently opened Laurel Court and it is a fabulous place for people watching. We also enjoyed a shared giant cocktail downstairs in the Tonga Room. There are a few restaurants and bars within a few walks distance, and both Union Square and Fisherman's Wharf are just a few blocks away.

While we were here only one night, the hotel (the history and personality of this great building) and the staff, impressed me so much that I cannot wait to go back. While I know this hotel may be out of the budget of some, it is WELL WORTH any price paid for the service you receive. Next time you need to treat yourself and be pampered, the San Francisco Fairmont won't let you down.

Guide Dogs Now Allowed On Princess Cruises

News Article

5/27/2011

Princess Welcomes Guide Dogs for the Blind Group
Potential Passengers and Their Canine Companions Tour Sea Princess

SANTA CLARITA, Calif. (May 27, 2011) -- Sea Princess recently hosted a group of 25 new graduates from Guide Dogs for the Blind and their owners for the day in San Francisco, to familiarize them with how Princess Cruises can accommodate visually impaired travelers and their canine companions.

The group was able to enjoy a tour of the ship and lunch in the dining room, while learning how Princess can provide for their needs and those of their dogs. The event was hosted in association with Dimensions in Travel, a travel agency that regularly organizes travel for Guide Dogs for the Blind clients, to give new guide dog users a feel for what to expect if they join one of the agency's group cruises, or travel independently. Since 2004, Princess has hosted 11 Guide Dogs for the Blind groups on cruises to destinations such as Mexico and Alaska.

"Working with these clients has changed the way we travel," said Diana Saint James, owner of Dimensions in Travel. "It's not all about what we see when we travel anymore -- it's all of our senses. That's what our relationship with our blind travelers has taught us. It's a different way to see the world."

Aboard Sea Princess guests were able to test out many of the special features offered for visually impaired travelers and their dogs. For the dogs, the ships provide special life jackets, bowls of water in the dining room, and relieving boxes with favored cedar chips. Passengers also have specially translated menus and can enjoy reserved seating in the Princess Theater with room for their dogs. During a cruise, passengers and crew are also invited to meet the dogs during a designated play time.

"These dogs are canine heroes," said Brian Rademacher, Princess Cruises district sales manager. "It's truly a labor of love for us to work with this wonderful organization."

A more detailed video of this guide dog familiarization day is available on YouTube at: http://youtu.be/tHm3CpXc1wg. A photo album is also available on Flickr at: http://www.flickr.com/photos/princesscruises/sets/72157626819027374/.

Additional information about Princess Cruises is available through a professional travel agent, like Luxe Personal Concierge. You can contact Amy at Luxe at 805-550-8932 or info@Luxeconcierge.net