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VDP Cancun News
Winter 2011
Phase I Grand Opening
W
e are so pleased and excited to announce the
Grand Opening of Phase I of the beautiful new
Villa del Palmar Cancun resort! What an amazing
way to ring in the New Year! Here are just a few of the
highlights of this gorgeous new property:
Food & Beverage – The new “Tiki Beach Bar” is located
on the beach in front of the Activities Palapa. The Sushi
Lounge on the Terrace is also open. La Casona is our fine
dining restaurant and will be open for breakfast, lunch and
dinner. Zamá restaurant will specialize in Mayan Mexican
Fusion cuisine.
Connectivity – All rooms have Satellite TV and are wired
for Internet. The Palmita market will also have 2 computers
connected to the Internet.
Contents
Free Shuttle Service – For those who want to try out
Cancun’s amazing shopping and nightlife, a free shuttle
is offered from the Resort to Cancún Centro and the Las
Americas Shopping Plaza, departing from the lobby every
hour on the hour. And for those that wish to go and explore
gorgeous Isla Mujeres, we are just a short walk to the Ferry
that will take you to this magical island only 20 minutes
across the bay.
Palapa, Pool and Beach Chair Reservation Program – We
are introducing a new program to take the frustration out of
having to “save” your chairs. At check-in you will receive a
Reservation Card that you will turn in to the Towel Palapa
to receive your towels. Here you can look at a map of the
pool and beach areas and reserve a location for the day or
week. All beach beds, chairs and palapas will be reserved on
a first-come first-served basis, and will be monitored by the
pool butlers. Another perk – our pool butlers and servers
will be offering poolside food and beverage service that you
can charge to your room. Let us lift a finger so you don’t
have to!
Activities Program – Villa del Palmar Cancún will be
offering an exciting selection of activities:
Relaxing – Stretching, Yoga, Bingo, Piñata Making,
Handicrafts, Kite Making
Active – Shopping Tour, Beach and Pool Volleyball,
Kayaking, Snorkeling, Aqua Aerobics
Yummy! – Ceviche Lessons, Margarita Lessons
Children’s Program – Details coming
24-Hour Security – Security is taken very seriously at Villa
del Palmar Cancún. The Head of Security has been with the
Villa Group for many years. In addition to 24-hour security,
we have cameras located in all the public areas and we are
located next to a police precinct.
Phase I Grand Opening Pg. 1 ■ Eagle’s Wings Pg. 2 ■ All-Inclusive Meal Plan Pg. 2 ■ Out and About – Cancun Pg. 3 ■ Out and About – Loreto Pg. 3
■ Out and About – PV Pg. 4 ■ Out and About – Cabo Pg. 4 ■ Cancun Staff and Contacts Pg. 5 ■ UVCI Calendar Pg. 6
Eagle’s Wings Foundation
I
n response to the 2011 Maintenance
Fees recently sent out, we have had
a number of members asking for
clarification on what the $10 Eagle’s
Wings Foundation line charge on the
bill is for.
The Eagle’s Wings Foundation is
a non-profit organization started by a
long-time Villa del Palmar owner Jim
McCarthy. The Foundation’s mission is
to provide assistance to charitable groups
in the cities and neighboring areas
around the Villa Group resort cities.
Its mission is to “give back” to those
communities that have provided so many
years of wonderful vacation memories
David Fitzgerald, PV Sales Director and children from Casa Infantil Mojoneras.
to Villa Group vacation owners in their
• Elderly Assistance
“home away from home.”
• Families of Domestic Violence
The donation is entirely optional, but please realize how
• Public Library
much of a difference your $10 can make to a desperately
• Medical Clinics and Services
needy child or person that may live only a few minutes from
• Humane Society
the beautiful resorts where you vacation.
Your support of this amazing organization is always
Organizations which benefit from the donations are:
appreciated and lets us give back to those less fortunate.
• Scholarship Programs
Eagle’s Wings Foundation has been recognized many times
• Eagle’s Wings Thrift Store
over the years for its humanitarian efforts – it is a respected
• Orphanages
and vital organization and you can be proud that your
• Programs for the Mentally and Physically Challenged
donation is helping to make a real difference!
All-Inclusive Meal Plan
Y
our vacation just got better! You literally
won’t have to plan a thing if you select our
fantastic All-Inclusive package. Just show up
and start relaxing! $95 per day/person or $47.50
for children under 12. Plan includes Breakfast,
Lunch, Dinner, Theme Nights, Snacks at Zama
and the Tiki Beach Bar, room service, Mini Bar,
and alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages (there
is a separate charge for premium wine or alcohol).
BONUS – also included is use of the fitness room,
non-motorized water sports, and other activities.
Purchase the All-Inclusive when you make your
reservation, during the Pre-Arrival Call or onsite at
the Resort.
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Out And About Cancun
Cancun Nightlife – Whether you want to dance the night away in one
of Cancun’s nightclubs or spend a relaxing evening with friends in one
of the many bars, the nightlife in Cancun will never disappoint you.
An eclectic selection of music fills the evening air and the Cancun
nightlife takes to the streets until the sun comes up.
Nightclubs – Get your dancing shoes on and get ready to party!
The nightclubs in Cancun are renowned for being some of the best in
the world. In Cancun nightclubs such as The City, Coco Bongo, Dady
‘O and the Bulldog Café, there are laser and light shows, acrobats,
special live acts and you will get to hear some of the best DJs from
around the world.
Bars – You don’t have to go to a nightclub for a great night out
in Cancun. There are many lively Cancun bars open until the early
hours with a true party atmosphere. Some of the most famous are
Señor Frogs and Carlos n’ Charlies, but there also many other great
bars in Cancun.
Lounge Bars – For all you hip and trendy people, Cancun lounge
bars such as Nectar and the Thai Lounge offer you contemporary décor,
comfortable seating and more mellow music for those that want to spend
an evening soaking up the atmosphere over a cocktail or two.
Live Music Venues – The live music venues in Cancun offer
anything you like from jazz to rock to salsa. You can try out Azucar
for some of the best salsa and merengue bands around. Go to Roots if
you’re feeling in a Jazzy mood.
Out And About Loreto
Sea Kayak Adventures – The Baja California peninsula is a
land of dramatic contrasts where cactus-filled deserts and towering
mountains meet a rich marine environment along hundreds
of miles of coastline. This desert wilderness is one of the best
winter sea kayaking, snorkeling and whale watching destinations
in North America. Besides warm sunny weather and startling
scenery, Baja is world-renowned for close encounters with gray,
fin and blue whales in the wild. Baja is a place of stunning natural
wonder and beauty – the sounds of sea birds and the smell of desert
flowers – this is paradise come true.
Your adventure begins paddling a sea kayak through the
turquoise waters of Loreto Bay National Marine Park in the Sea of
Cortez (Gulf of California). Visit desert islands, snorkel over reefs
with brightly-colored fish and seek close encounters with whales.
Hike an arroyo full of fascinating geology and sleep on a sandy
beach beneath a star-filled sky more luminous than one could
imagine. It’s all up close and wild! For more information,
visit www.seakayakadventures.com.
Call 866-668-9261 for Club Caribe Villa del Palmar information and assistance
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Out And About P V
Brunch in the Botanical Gardens –
Vallarta Botanical Gardens are 20 acres of
highland mountain splendor located just 30
minutes south of Old Town Puerto Vallarta.
Since opening in 2004, Vallarta Botanical
Gardens has won international accolades and
the gardens are considered by many locals
and tourists alike to be the most beautiful
place in the Puerto Vallarta area. The
Botanical Gardens are available for weddings
and other special events. A day spent
enjoying the gardens would not be complete
without a stop at the restaurant, Hacienda
de Oro, which offers a wide variety of food
& refreshments and is the perfect setting
for an unforgettable dining experience. A
Sunday Brunch is available every Sunday
from 10:00am to 2:00pm, for only $170 Pesos
per person (approximately $15 USD) which
includes coffee and tea service, a cocktail,
Mimosa or soft drink, plus cinnamon puff,
fresh tropical fruit and entrée of your choice
from the Brunch Menu.
Out And About Cabo
4x4 Desert Safari Tours – Welcome on board one of
these Mercedes Unimogs and get to know more about our
countryside. This is a tour where you will be in full contact
with the nature of Baja. You will admire the local churches,
shopping areas, and then go directly to the middle of the
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wondrous natural reserve that is the Baja desert. While
there, a local family will open their doors where you will
enjoy homemade tortillas, natural fruits and authentic
Mexican food. Before the tour is over, you will savor a shot
of soothingly invigorating tequila! Viva Mexico!!
Call 866-668-9261 for Club Caribe Villa del Palmar information and assistance
Meet Your Cancun Staff
I
n the Fall Newsletter, we introduced you to Karen Holden, Director of
Member Services, Germinal Garcia, General Manager, and Cesar Gonzales,
Project Architect. In this and the next few issues, we will continue to introduce
talented people who all strive to provide each and every member and guest with the
ultimate vacation experience. Villa del Palmar Cancun is excited to have a group of
industry professionals whose dedication and experience will ensure the long-term
success of Villa del Palmar Cancun.
Maria Ines Azcárate, Legal and Loan Verification Officer
Maria Ines was born in Mexico City and has a diverse
background in economics, history, human resources,
journalism and communications. She moved to Cancun
13 years ago where she worked as a Legal officer in the
private sector for almost 12 years. We welcome her to the
opening team of Villa del Palmar Cancun to coordinate
the legal and loan verification department. Maria Ines is
committed to service and is looking forward to supporting and sharing her
experience with all members of Villa del Palmar Cancun.
Mark Piff, Sales Director
Originally from White Rock, BC, Canada, Mark has been
working and living here in Mexico for the past 14 years. He
has come to the Villa Group, firm in his belief that quality
vacations are one of the foundations of a happy and fulfilled
life. He is passionate about helping families understand how
the Villa del Palmar Cancun can help them make their dreams
come true through vacationing.
Chris Cornish, Sales Manager
Chris, a Canadian from Ontario, came on vacation to Puerto
Vallarta back in 1993, fell in love with the beaches in Mexico
and never left. Seventeen years later his passion for Mexico
and travel is still evident, as he has introduced more than
12,000 families to vacation ownership and takes vacations
with his wife any chance that he gets. Chris is one of the
two Managers working in our Sales Department.
Important
Addresses
And Phone
Numbers
UVC International
404 Camino Del Rio South, Fourth Floor
San Diego, CA 92108
Hours: 7:30 am to 6:00 PM PST
Toll Free: 1-866-668-9261
Outside the US & Canada:1-619-209-5944
Fax: 1-619–209-5920
Website: www.villapalmarcancun.com
Email: memberservices@resortcom.com
On-Site Customer Service:
Email: mservicecancun@villagroup.com
Resort Fax: (998) 193-2600 ext. 1019
Villa del Palmar – Cancun
Carretera Punta Sam Km. 5.200
MZ9, SMZ2, L3 Isla Mujeres
Quintana Roo, Mexico 77500
Phone: 011-52-998-193 2600
Resortcom International
Reservations and Member Services
Website: www.resortcom.com
Owner Referral Program
Toll-Free: 1-800-676-9394
Vacation Exchange
Interval International (II):
USA: 1-800-634–3415
CANADA: 1-800-638–3400
Website: www.intervalworld.com
Resort Contacts
Villa del Mar/ Villa del
Palmar – Puerto Vallarta
Blvd. Francisco Medina Ascencio
KM 0.3 Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco MX 48300
Phone: 011-52-322-226-1400
Fax: 011–52–322–224-6837
Villa del Palmar – Flamingos
Paseo Cocoteros 750 Sur
Nuevo Vallarta, Nayarit MX 63732
Phone: 011-52-322-226-8100
Fax: 011-52-322-226-8101
Villa del Palmar – Cabo San Lucas
John Kowalski, Sales Manager
John grew up in the outskirts of Philadelphia, PA. A
former NFL/CFL football player, he brings the core values
of passion, desire and a great work ethic to our Sales
Management team. John has worked in the travel industry
for 9 years enhancing families’ lives by helping them
realize the importance of vacations.
Km 0.5 Camino Viejo A San Jose
Cabo San Lucas, BCS, MX 23410
Phone: 011-52-624-145-7000
Fax: 011-52-624-145-7071
Villa del Arco – Cabo San Lucas
Km 0.5 Camino Viejo A San Jose
Cabo San Lucas, BCS, MX 23410
Phone: 011-52-624-145-7200
Fax: 011-52-624-145-7201
Villa del Palmar – Loreto
Carretera Transpeninsular K.M. 83
Ensenada Blanca
Loreto BCS – 23680
Phone: 011-52-613-134-1000
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Winter 2011
UVCI Annual Calendar
October 1st – Maintenance fee assessment bills mailed.
November 30th – Maintenance fee payments due. 1st
Installment is due for members utilizing the quarterly or
monthly maintenance fee payment option.
December 1st – Unpaid maintenance assessments are
delinquent and subject to late fees and penalties.
February 1st – 2nd Installment due for members utilizing
the quarterly maintenance fee payment option.
May 1st – 3rd Installment due for members utilizing the
quarterly maintenance fee payment option.
August 1st – 4th Installment due for members utilizing the
quarterly maintenance fee payment option
Vacation Banking Dealines:
Summer Requests must be received by:
VPA (Summer) Members 09/01
Winter Holiday Requests must be received by:
VPA (Winter/Holiday) Members 11/01
Call 866-668-9261 for Club Caribe Villa del Palmar information and assistance
404 Camino Del Rio South
Fourth Floor
San Diego, CA 92108
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