September 25, 2006, Soufrière, Saint Lucia, West Indies - In anticipation of the tighter border controls going into effect in January 2007, requiring travelers returning to the U.S. from the Caribbean to hold valid passports, Ladera Resort in St. Lucia is responding with a new "Passport to Paradise" promotion.
Effective January 1 and running until the end of 2007, all guests who travel to Saint Lucia, and check-in at Ladera, using their first U.S. passport will be reimbursed the $97 processing fees.
As an added incentive to get more armchair Americans traveling, Ladera will provide those guests with a handsome leather passport case, a complimentary 30-minute Jet-Lag massage at the Ti Kaye Posé spa and a tall drink created especially for these newfound explorers. The debuting "Juanderlust Cocktail" was developed in honor of the Spanish explorer Juan de la Cosa who is widely credited for discovering St. Lucia in the early 1500's. It is a refreshing mix of gin and Spanish vanilla liquor served on the rocks with a splash of fresh Caribbean-grown limes. The perfect way to end a journey and begin a vacation.
Passport to Paradise package
Valid January 1 – December 21, 2007, guests must overnight at Ladera before December 21, 2007 will receive the following:
- Ladera will reimburse guests for the full cost of a U.S. passport for first-time overseas travelers (valued at $97, based on the routine processing. Not valid for rush delivery fees, or shipping costs). Guests need to present the original receipt and passport at check-in for reimbursement.
Plus, first-time passport holders will also receive:
- Ladera's signature leather passport wallet
- A 30-minute jet-lag massage at the Ti Kaye Posé spa
- And a complimentary Juanderlust Cocktail, Ladera's salute to the Spanish explorer who many believe discovered St. Lucia in 1509
Please note that a 5-night minimum stay is required.
About Ladera
Ladera is an eco-lodge style property with six villas and 21 suites, each modeled on luxurious tree house living and located at an altitude of 1,100 feet above sea level feet and surrounded by the lush Saint Lucian rainforeSaint Since November 2006, Ladera was named the "Best of the Best" Hotel in the world by the readers of Condé Nast Traveler and the #2 hotel in the Caribbean by Travel +Leisure. The guest rooms were intentionally designed with just three walls, affording spectacular, unobstructed views, while remaining sheltered, safe, and completely private. For more information, visit www.ladera.com.
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For reservations guests may call Ladera toll free at 800-738-4752 or send an email to . More information on the resort and other special packages is also available on the website at www.ladera.com.