LEAP OVER TO THE WESTIN ARUBA RESORT

05-15-2008

SUMMER IS ON THE WAY

NEW YORK (May 14, 2008) – Start the summer off with a splash by visiting the newly-renovated Westin Aruba Resort.  The off-season is in on the island of Aruba as it is conveniently located outside of the hurricane belt.  Because of this, it is the ideal destination for travelers searching for a valuable and relaxing summer getaway.  The Westin Aruba Resort is excited to offer the Leap into Summer Fun Package inviting guests to unwind and experience the resort’s exquisite services, delectable dining and breathtaking ocean views.  

            Components of The Westin Aruba’s Leap into Summer Fun Package include:

·                  Receive 29% off each night booked

·                  Luxurious accommodations

·                  Welcome basket with suntan lotion, The Westin Aruba Resort t-shirt, deck of cards, water and snacks

·                  Voucher for one water activity (one per person)

·                  $29 food and beverage voucher (one per person)

·                  New Starwood Preferred Guest members receive 2,900 complimentary SPG points

The Westin Aruba Resort’s Leap into Summer Fun Package is available from May 26, 2008 - September 1, 2008.  Rates begin at $255 per night, per couple and guests must mention SOPLEAP when booking.  For more information or to make a reservation, call 1-877-822-2222 or visit www.westin.com/leap.  The package is subject to availability and black-out dates apply.

Located on 7.5 acres amidst the white sands of Palm Beach and encased by lush gardens and swaying palm trees, The Westin Aruba Resort was flagged a Westin in December 2006.  The resort features 481 luxurious guest rooms and suites, ten restaurants and lounges, a world-class Casablanca Casino, an Intermezzo Spa offering a comprehensive menu of spa services, a Westin Kid’s ClubÒ, a variety of activities and flexible meeting and banquet space. The resort is located just seven miles from Queen Beatrix International Airport and five miles from downtown Oranjestad. 

Westin Hotels & Resorts®, with more than 127 hotels and resorts in more than 31 countries and territories, is owned by Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc.  Starwood® is one of the leading hotel and leisure companies in the world with approximately 850 properties in more than 95 countries and 145,000 employees at its owned and managed properties. Starwood Hotels is a fully integrated owner, operator and franchisor of hotels and resorts with the following internationally renowned brands: St. Regis®, The Luxury Collection®, Sheraton®, Westin®, Four Points® by Sheraton, W Hotels®, Le Méridien® and the recently announced ALOFT^SM and ELEMENT^SM Hotels. Starwood Hotels also owns Starwood Vacation Ownership, Inc., one of the premier developers and operators of high quality vacation interval ownership resorts. For more information, please visit www.starwoodhotels.com.

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