If you find yourself seeking an outdoor adventure for your next vacation, consider our friends to the north in Mont Tremblant, Canada.  Mont Tremblant is in Quebec, and it is an ideal getaway for summer and winter, as long as you are up for tremendous outdoor activities of every shape and form.

One of our newest partners, Cote Nord Tremblant offers the luxury cabins and suites perfect for any sized group or occasion.  Does your corporate retreat need a burst of outdoor enthusiasm?  Pack up your employees, friends or family and take advantage of this mecca for outdoor entertainment.  Cote Nord is prepared with a variety of accommodations, services and adventure packages to make your trip a lasting, memorable experience.

Just listen to some of these packages:

• The Exotic Chalet Life package
• 3 is a Charm Golf package
• Cabin Massage Seduction package
• Hiker’s Secrets package
• 4 Season Nature Beauty package
• … and many more

Summer Activities:

• Swimming
• Horseback Riding
• Rock Climbing
• Canoeing, Kayaking, Rafting
• Golf
• Cycling
• Fishing
• Water Skiing, Wakeboarding
• Hiking
• Tennis
• Campfires
• Panoramic Gondola Rides
• Incline Skating
• Mini-Golf
• Paintball
• Go-Karts
• Water Slides
• Bungee Trampoline
• Luge on a Track
• Parc Omega
• Bowling
• Spas and Scandinavian Baths
• Film
• Air Tours
• Activities for Kids

Winter Activities:

• Skiing, Snowboarding
• Snowmobiling
• Tubing
• Snowshoeing
• Dogsledding
• Climbing
• Paintball
• Horseback Riding
• Hiking
• Parc Omega
• Panoramic Gondola Rides

With 1 bedroom, 2 bedroom, 3 bedroom, 4 bedroom, 5 bedroom, and 6 bedroom accommodations available year round, any group can enjoy the inspiring natural beauty of Mont Tremblant.

Contact Anick Beaulieu at Cote Nord Tremblant to inquire (819-688-5201, anick@fraternitesurlac.com) or visit http://www.cotenordtremblant.com.

One of the newest homes to our network is also one of the finest accommodations we’ve seen to offer families and friends legitimate luxuriousness during their trip to Disney/Orlando.

In a destination known for discounted neighborhood pool home rentals, this home called Shannon Serene gives guests the opportunity to escape the hustle and bustle of the Disney area to a peaceful, serene lakeside setting with all of the luxurious comforts that discerning travelers crave.  Located in Winter Park, Florida, just a quick 25 minute drive from Disney World, Shannon Serene is a favorite among guests in the know.

Winter Park, Florida is known by local residents as “Little Europe”.  Guests will find high-end shopping, museum, exclusive dining and eateries lining Park Avenue and a tree-shaded Central Park.  Olde Winter Park houses many celebrities, financiers and professional athletes.

The home itself is nestled right on Lake Killarney with private beach and lake access offering activities including bass fishing, water skiing, and boating along 300 acres.  The lake serves as an eco-preserve for bald eagles, ospreys, great blue herons, and otters.

Key Home Features:

• 5,100 sq ft
• 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom
• Completely renovated in 2008
• Home theatre system with 54″ LCD
• Lakefront master suite
• Unique New England coastal style architecture
• Custom library with 1000 book titles

Proximities:

• 4 min drive to Dubsdread Golf Club
• 5 min drive to Winter Park town
• 25 min drive to Disney World
• 50 min drive to Daytona Beach

Traveler Testimonial - Perfect Family Weekend!

“We just returned home from staying at this property. Our daughter was playing in a tennis tournament nearby and we wanted to have the feeling of home instead of a hotel room. One word…WOW! The home is absolutely beautiful and the location is perfect! The photos with the listing are just a sample of the incredible decor and architectural details in the home. After each morning match, we couldn’t wait to get back to enjoy all of the fun the location offered. Our family had a great time fishing, playing the piano and enjoying board games together. And my husband found a home away from home watching World Cup soccer on the flatscreen in the library! And as they say in real estate, location, location, location! The location was perfect. We love Winter Park and enjoyed an afternoon in the Park Avenue area. With the home located near the interstate, we drove to the tournament in 15 minutes, Millenia Mall in 20 minutes and Universal Studios in 30 minutes. It’s a convenient location. The owners went the extra mile to ensure we had a wonderful stay by providing great recommendations for the area and full amenties were at our disposal. They had compiled a list of restaurants in advance so we could make reservations. Dinner at Houston’s at sunset was spectacular! We would highly recommend this property to friends, family or anyone looking to stay in the Orlando-area. We definitely plan to rent again!”

For a getaway to the North Shore of Kauai, accommodations don’t get much better than the Secret Beach Home.  Just a short walk away from the Kilauea Lighthouse, Hawaii’s most northern tip stands this gorgeous 3 bedroom estate alongside one of the most beautiful beaches in Hawaii.

Full concierge and services are available to make your trip to Kauai an unforgettable one.  How about Private Surf Lessons, Private Chef, Spa, Airport Transportation and even Hula Lessons!  Combine these services with your ideal mix of activities ranging from snorkeling, scuba, sailing, golfing, horseback riding, fishing, and lounging on the beach, and you will never want to leave the comforts of the Secret Beach Home.

View the property profile for more information and inquire to speak to the manager of this unique estate.

Destino Rentals, one of the newest members of our network, is your new resource for Puerto Vallarta rentals. Brought to you by the property developers at Grupo Real Del Mar, this exclusive rental provider helps you choose the best vacation residence in one of the greatest places in Mexico.

Their qualified staff is proud to offer clients a fantastic vacation spanning five superb developments and luxury houses for rent on the north shore of Banderas Bay including Alamar, La Joya, Punta Esmeralda and Real del Mar.

Take a look at amazing oceanfront homes such as Casa Horizonte or affordable luxury condos such as Girasol 303 in Punta Esmeralda.  With a wide variety of rentals in the most fabulous locations in Puerto Vallarta, you need look no further than Destino Rentals.

View Destino Rentals’ corporate profile on TheSociety.com to see the homes or visit Destino Rentals directly at www.destinorentals.com.

Interested in some “front row seats” to the US Open…  Great executive digs… or party/hospitality house.  Steal of a rate at $40,000!  Original asking pricing was $150,000, but because the corporation cancelled, Carmel Realty is able to offer this home at a crazy reduced rate!  The owner does not want it to be vacant for the Open.

Replace a large corporate sponsor who just backed out of this home ON THE GOLF COURSE for the US Open.  It’s a great opportunity for someone who might enjoy:

• 5-6 bedrooms, each with own bathroom
• HUGE course front on the second fairway, a great place to do brunches, cocktail hours, sunsets
• It will have private access gate for only the residents
• Perfect for a great party, front-row!  Entertain your clients, friends, family with this chance of a lifetime
• Outdoor fire pit, View Decks, Huge Lawn for entertaining
• Private gate and access to course for residents only

Check out photos of Casa De La Estrella here: http://flashgalleryhomes.com/live_100168/ae622ead0ff32c9ac6117ac741e910dba2795420/

It’s the only golf front property available on the course.  None went below $100K.

Please call Shelly Mitchell Lynch of Carmel Realty for more info and to discuss: 1-831-277-8044

Dining in Akumal

While many guests choose a vacation rental to have the luxury of a kitchen, going out for meals in a new destination is an integral part of the vacation experience. Our Society partners, Akumal-Villas provide many options for guests of their luxury villas. You may have your villa stocked with groceries prior to arrival (yes, Oreos are available and I do suggest the coconut yogurt), have a private chef cook for you and if so inclined enjoy the local dining scene.

For a small beach town, Akumal’s dining options were most pleasing with all the restaurants attracting locals, vacation homeowners and tourists. These restaurants are locally owned and operated, few if any have web-sites. The following is an overview of the dining options we enjoyed.

La Cueva Del Pescador: Just past the gates to Akumal, La Cueva is the local’s favorite restaurant. The majority of the seating in beyond the walls of the restaurant under the palapa thatched roof adorned with Christmas lights. Tables and chairs are constructed from local wood. Service begins with the requisite chips and salsa, a true salsa of diced tomatoes, onions, jalapeno’s and no heavy sauce. While the menu is limited, most order the fish options as the restaurant serves the catch of the day daily. While standard Mexican fare is available, the fish is divine. Also, for a spirited game of pool, this is the place as the interior of the restaurant is dominated by a pool table. Be forewarned, the margaritas pack a wallop! A pitcher could easily knock you out.

Turtle Bay: is next door to La Cueva and offers a broad menu from breakfast to dinner. With ample seating and a diverse choice of food from fresh baked breads to salads and wraps to full-blown meals, even finicky eaters will find options at Turtle Bay.

Que Onda: This charming Italian restaurant is just steps from Villa de Los Suenos and Villa Gaugain on a side-street. We walked by it a few times before realizing it is a restaurant. Just a few tables, all open-air with views of the jungle in every direction.

Beachfront:

La Lunita: is a beach-side bar/restaurant. Charming in its simplicity, literally out of a Corona advertisement. Serving from 8:00AM to 9:00PM, this beachfront hideaway in the heart of the residential zone is a treat anytime. One of the few places I know where you can enjoy a fillet mignon cooked perfectly while dipping your toes in the sand under a palm-tree.

We just returned from a visit to our partners in Akumal, Mexico, Akumal-Villas where we had a most enjoyable visit with the owners and staff who provide our most valued clients of The Society a true VIP experience in this most unspoiled, laid-back area of the Yucatan Penninsula.

Upon entering Villa de Los Suenos from the driveway, you are truly surprised. While the rear of the home has a modernist design, entering the home the immediate view is of the water (and you may miss the beautful interiors becuase your eyes are drawn to the most impressive waterview). All sightlines in the home orient guests to the expansive waterfront as the home is built on a three-sided point with expansive views in every direction.

The first level of the home is quite expansive. The entry foyer provides a formal introduction and a ½ bath for guests. Directly ahead is a step-down to the dining room which offered expansive seating for 6. Adjacent is a large kitchen with ample counter space, all appliances guests may need and a picture window onto the rear patio.

Many who use vacation home rentals enjoy the opportunity to cook while on their vacation. We enjoyed the kitchen and breakfast bar as we were able to enjoy many meals in the home and cook in unison due to the large open design of the kitchen.

The living room with two sliding doors and multiple windows was thoughtfully designed for cross-ventilation. Even though there was an air-conditioner, we never used it opting for the ceiling fans. A desktop stereo with Ipod dock was situated between the living room and dining room with a selection of CD’s to enjoy. Of note, there is a television and DVD player. We did enjoy the selection of DVD’s provided by the owners and on a few rainy nights enjoyed watching a movie.

The master bedroom is expansive with a king bed, two built-in seating areas and an en-suite bathroom including a seperate stall shower, toilet and custom sunken-in tub with a viewing pass-through to the bedroom. In addition there is a dressing room adjacent to the bathroom.

Both the living room and master bedroom have sliding doors to the rear yard. The patio area is beautiful with a wet-bar/grill, lounge chairs, shaded areas and a beautiful in-ground pool adjacent to the lagoon/ocean. For those who wish to swim in the lagoon, there is an outdoor shower to rinse off.

As others are battling the crowds and traffic you can indulge in the ultimate mountain vacation experience in Aspen, Colorado. Our 3 bedroom penthouse at the prestigious St. Regis offers guests the pinnacle luxury lodging option, a premier location within the heart of Aspen and activity opportunities only available through our partner, Private Trade Winds.

For one week you will enjoy the ultimate Aspen  luxury vacation experience. With 3 bedrooms, 6+ guests will enjoy the premier amenities only available at The St. Regis including a premier setting adjacent to Aspen Mountain, an on-site spa and fitness facility rivaling most large city competitors and for in-house dining, decadence at Chef Todd English’s Olives Aspen.

Our partners at Private Trade Winds desire to offer clients of The Society the ultimate vacation experience. With their premier concierge team, your Aspen vacation will be enhanced with a $2,500 credit towards activities in and around Aspen and the Roaring Fork Valley. At The Society we suggest:

• For the fisherman & woman, private fly-fishing guide and instructor
• For film buffs, premier screening at the Aspen Filmfeast
• For the classical music lover,  Aspen Music Tent
• For the thinker, admission to The Aspen Ideas Festival
• To de-stress, detox and relax, spa services of your choice
• For the gourmand, reservations at Montanga, Olives, Rustique Bistro
• For the ultimate view, sunrise from a hot-air balloon over the Roaring Fork Valley

We believe luxury is also a value. The posted rate for a 3 bedroom at the St. Regis July 4th Week is $3,000/night or $21,000 for the week. For clients of The Society,  Private Trade Winds has reduced the rate to $17,500 + the $2,500 activity credit.

In addition, if your Aspen vacation is booked prior to the Memorial Day Weekend, a one-year Premier Travel Plan to Private Trade Winds will be provided gratis.

For additional information, please contact Joseph Sobin, CTC/CTIE at The Society at:

Joseph@TheSociety.com

Toll-Free: 1-866-789-8222 X 3

International: 1+303-377-2275

Hide away in Bucks County for the weekend or week and enjoy peace and quiet at an unbeatable price!  Only an 80 minute drive from New York City and a 60 minute drive from Philadelphia, this luxury farmhouse, located in Tinicum Township, is perfect for a weekend of privacy at a 20% discount for the month of May.  Sitting on 65 acres of land this estate is very private, but close to walking trails and not too far from New Hope and Doylestown, Pennsylvania, and the New Jersey Delaware River communities.  The three-story house has five bedrooms and 2 1/2 bathrooms ideal for accommodating family vacations.

A California getaway spot for Hollywood stars, Laguna Beach is located on the southern coast of Orange County and has been known as an artist’s colony for approximately 100 years.  Laguna is a perfect place to relax on the beach, spend some money at the local boutiques and art galleries, and catch a peek of Jennifer Aniston or other stars living the same experience in Laguna Beach.

Instead of staying in a crowded hotel, live like your famous for a week and check out Cress Point — a quaint yet luxurious beach cottage residing ocean-front.  Wake up to a view of the Pacific Ocean and begin your day lounging on the modern furniture while sipping on your espresso.  This cottage accommodates up to six people.