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· Hacienda Xcanatun, Merida's Newest Small Luxury Hotel, Introduces Two Special Interest Packages Book Five Nights The Sixth Is FreeMERIDA, Mexico (August 7, 2003) - Hacienda Xcanatun (ssh-kana-toon), a former 18th century henequen hacienda re-created today as the Yucatan's newest small luxury hotel, has launched two new customized programs: All Things Maya and A Flamingo Eco-Adventure. The 4- or 5- night packages range in price from $1450 per couple to $2,100 per couple depending on the season. Those selecting a 5-night stay, receive a bonus 6th night free. Highlights of the 4- or 5-night All Things Maya package include a full-day tour of the Puuc Route in a chauffeur-driven, air-conditioned car with private guide. Explore Uxmal, considered the most architecturally beautiful Maya site because of the rich geometric stone carvings on its buildings; Kabah; Labna; Xlapak and Sayil. Late in the day, visit a traditional Maya home in the village of Santa Elena to learn about herbal medicine, open-fire cooking, etc. Another day, select a holistic Maya Honey and Flowers Massage or an Aromatherapy Massage performed by the hacienda's Maya therapist, schooled by her grandfather, a shaman. Massages are available in-suite, at Xcanatun's jade-toned spa or in the hacienda's Maya garden palapa. The cost per couple for 4-nights ranges from $1450 to $1980 depending on the season. What's included? · 4- or 5-night, double occupancy accommodations in a Deluxe or Master Suite, · Daily continental breakfast in-suite or on the dining terrace · A Welcome Xtabentun cocktail · Full day tour of the Puuc Route and village of Santa Elena in private car with guide · Choice of Maya honey and flower or Aromatherapy Massage per person · Merida Airport transfers, · Taxes and service charges Prices for two persons sharing a suite: July 1st through Sept 30th 2003: 4 nights $ 1,450; 5 nights $ 1,730. From Oct 1st Dec 15th 2003: 4-nights - $ 1,580; 5 nights $1,900. A Flamingo Eco-Adventure: Highlights: A full-day guided trip to the Celestun flamingo reserve in an air-conditioned car with chauffer and guide. On the outskirts of Celestun, a sand-street fishing village, board a small, private boat to explore the lagoon sanctuary teeming with flocks of coral-colored flamingos, 100s of species of water birds, massive mangroves and a petrified forest. Continuing into town dine beachside in a thatched roof restaurant serving the freshest seafood in the Yucatan. Another day choose a holistic Maya treatment performed by a skilled therapist trained by her shaman grandfather. Try a Maya Honey and Flowers Massage to relax the mind and body; Ancient Maya Rocks Massage (a favorite with men) uses sacred rocks from a Maya holy site, believed to have the energy to rebalance, revitalize the body or an Aromatherapy Massage. The cost per couple for a 4-night package ranges from $1450 to $1580 depending on the season. What's included? · Xtabentun Welcome cocktail · 4- or 5- night double occupancy accommodations in Deluxe or Master Suite · Daily continental breakfast served in suite or on the dining terrace · A full day excursion to Celestun National Wildlife Refuge · One Maya Honey & Flowers, Ancient Maya Rocks or Aromatherapy Massage · Roundtrip Merida airport transfers · All taxes and service charges Prices for two persons sharing a suite: July 1st through Sept 30th 2003: 4 nights US$ 1,450; 5 nights US$ 1,730.00. From Oct 1st Dec 15th 2003: 4 nights $ 1,580.00; 5 nights $1,900.00. Hacienda Xcanatun delivers privacy, relaxation and soul rejuvenation. It is located in the plantation village of Xcanatun, 6 miles north of Merida. Set on nine secluded acres of tropical gardens and surrounded by thick ochre-colored walls, the 18-suite hotel invites guests to settle into the warm hacienda ambience of colonial Mexico while providing all the contemporary luxury and amenities of an intimate boutique property. Each huge air-conditioned suite has a private patio or balcony and is individually decorated with antiques, hand carved furnishings, original oil paintings and marble floors. The spacious bathrooms contain a hydrotherapy tub, alabaster amenities, twin sinks, bidet and a mahogany lounge chair. Other facilities include two swimming pools fed by underground springs, an award-winning gourmet restaurant serving a fusion cuisine blending French technique with Caribbean and local ingredients, and Yucatecan specialties; plus a new, intimate spa with five treatment rooms offering wellness and holistic Maya treatments. Facilities for golf and tennis are at the nearby country club. Hacienda Xcanatun is a member of the Association of Small Boutique Hotels of Mexico and its very popular restaurant, Casa de Piedra, received the five-star diamond award from the American Academy of Hospitality Sciences. For additional information and reservations call toll-free 1-888-883-3633 or e-mail hacienda@xcanatun.com. The website is at www.xcanatun.com. Media Contact: Edwina Arnold edwinaarnold@earthlink.net 917-741-9749 |
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