CAYO ESPANTO NOW PROUD TO BE A VIRTUOSO MEMBER

AMBERGRIS CAYE, Belize ­– May 15, 2008 – Cayo Espanto, a private island resort off the coast of Belize, is proud to announce its acceptance into the distinguished Virtuoso Hotels & Resorts organization.  “We are honored to be a part of the elite network of properties that Virtuoso represents,” stated Jeff Gram, owner of Cayo Espanto.  “We continuously strive to provide an exceptional vacation experience for our guests and it is gratifying that we have been recognized officially by such a prestigious organization.”

Virtuoso is the industry’s leading luxury travel network and this exclusive “by invitation only” group includes more than 6,000 elite travel advisors affiliated with over 300 agencies in 22 countries around the world.  Gram noted that he is “…delighted that Cayo Espanto will now be represented by an enterprise of exceptional travel consultants working to deliver the world’s most satisfying vacation experiences to the world’s most discriminating, savvy travelers.”

With just five villas and one over-water bungalow, Cayo Espanto rests in the calm waters of the Western Caribbean, just off the coast of Belize. It is located southwest of Ambergris Caye, just three miles from the San Pedro Airport.  Each five-star villa offers the ultimate in attentive service with private butler, personal chef and a staff ratio of two to one, while at the same time embodying the fantasy of being all alone on a beautiful deserted island. Guests can fly fish right outside their door, opt for scuba diving or snorkeling excursions just 20 minutes away at the second largest barrier reef in the world, or hop on a boat or a plane and play 18 holes of golf on a nearby island.

Right now guests can take advantage of the Honeymoon Romance Package for a limited time. The Honeymoon Romance Package includes a five-night stay in the luxurious one bedroom seaside villa, Casa Brisa, fully equipped with private plunge pool and dock. Guests will enjoy personally tailored meals and beverages from the world class chefs and will have their own personal houseman. Other amenities included are a complimentary bottle of champagne, one massage per person and full usage of all non-motorized water sport equipment. Guests may also explore the longest living reef through a complimentary snorkeling trip. Prices start from $6,995 (normally starting at $8,804) and include resort taxes and fees. Travelers are encouraged to book quickly because this package is only available until May 31, 2008.

Although Belize is less than two hours from several major US gateway cities and is easily accessible via Delta Airlines, Continental Airlines and American Airlines, it remains virtually undiscovered. Direct flights are available from Miami, Atlanta, Charlotte, New York, Houston, Dallas and Los Angeles.  For more information on this hidden treasure, call 888-666-4282 or visit www.aprivateisland.com.  

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