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| Leah Powell, President |
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| Letter from the President |
| Tiger Woods, Free Weeks, and More! |
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Hello, Members of
Trade to Travel
and Owners of
Luxury Properties Worldwide,
Once again , it has been about a month since
I’ve written a newsletter – not because there
hasn’t been much to write about, but because
there’s been TOO much to write and not enough
time to write it. I spent most of the past few
weeks between South Beach and Los
Angeles (exhibiting at the Miami Travel
Expo and selling to condo buildings in the
area, then hitting L.A. to attend a fabulous
fundraising gala thrown on the beach to benefit
Santa Monica Baykeeper at which TTT was
the center of attention since our two live
auction items raised a total of $34,000
for this great environmental cause).
As if all of that isn’t exciting enough, TTT
is teaming up with Tiger Woods on May 26 to
raise money for Tiger Jam, his
star-studded annual fundraiser at Mandalay
Bay in Vegas. Bon Jovi will be
performing and TTT is contributing the
auction item which will be the highlight of
their live auction (one week in any TTT
property worldwide, based upon availability and
the selected property owner’s consent). If you
want to see something COOL, check out
www.TigerJam.com, double click on the
picture of the Bon Jovi tickets, click on
“Auctions” in the green strip near the top, and
then click on the photo of the TTT property
(you can’t miss it, it’s the only photo on the
page). What you’ll see is that our auction
item is the ONLY item featured on the Tiger Jam
website. We’re so proud!
In July, we’re hosting a 5 day TTT Advisory
Board meeting at the Park Hotel
Kenmare in Kerry, Ireland from
the 1st through the 5th. The Park Hotel Kenmare
was voted the #2 spa in Europe by Conde Nast
and has been a member of TTT for 4 years.
Our Advisory Board meetings always stimulate
dramatic growth for the company and I’m greatly
looking forward to seeing the myriad ways in
which TTT will evolve as a result of this
gathering of some of the most knowledgeable,
insightful, and well-connected players in the
entire luxury travel industry. We
experienced EXPONENTIAL growth in the first
quarter of 2007 (in April of ’07 we grossed more
than 5 times as much as we did in April of ‘06)
and the meeting in early July will compound
the snowball effect we’re already enjoying.
For those of you who haven’t noticed yet,
there’s an exciting new section on our website.
It’s called “Free Weeks” and you’ll find
it in the left menu of our home page. Following
is what it says…
Question for Our Members: What's the world's
easiest way to enjoy extraordinary properties
FREE of charge (no points, no transaction fees)?
Answer: Find a property you'd love to visit (anyplace on the planet) and introduce the owner of that property to Trade to Travel. If they become a member, you receive one high season week in that property!
Many of our members have already been doing this
and it works beautifully. Feel free to give us
a call to let us know to whom you’d like us to
mail our attractive literature packets and we’ll
send those out for you.
Lastly, if you haven’t checked out our array of
“Zero Points for Zowie Properties”
recently, they’re attached below. We have
WONDERFUL availabilities in London (our
members are always requesting London – who wants
to go?), Moscow, Venice, Sweden, Mexico, the
Presidential Yacht (btw, a TTT member is having
a large party aboard the Presidential Yacht
TODAY), and throughout the U.S.
Things are ROCKING at TTT and I want to thank
our members for being so great. It’s such a
pleasure and an honor to serve you.
Until next time, I wish you all the best,
Leah
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 [click for more info] | England, London | Property T1170 |
| This well arranged, recently refurbished apartment overlooks communal gardens in this pretty, quiet and popular tree-lined street. Campton Hill Gate is bordered by Holland Park to the west and the Phillimore Estate to the south. The property benefits from excellent porterage and security, good common parts, off street parking and a garage. 5th Floor apartment. Master bedroom with en suite bathroom, 2nd bedroom with en suite bathroom, and 3rd bedroom with an en suite shower room. Very close to Notting Hill and Kensington High Street. *Brand new to Trade to Travel; photos coming soon!** | ||
| 23 Points, 3BR, 3BA, sleeps 5 | Available Jun 09, 07 - Jun 16, 07 | |
 [click for more info] | Italy, Venice | Property T1244 |
| Light and water, color and the march of centuries, genius and passion, priceless art and soaring music, dark secrets and tall tales, endless surprises and mischief - these and infinitely more swirl in the masterpiece that is Venice. Edges blur, tides rise and fall beneath you, every moment of each day another stitch in a tapestry woven of fantasy and reality, sparkling present and mysterious past. Infinite twists and turns delight. Time after time you'll round a corner to gasp at what is before you. Impossibly, each church, each palace, and every museum is more breathtaking, more fascinating than the last - each meal and every libation a feast for the senses. The Grand Canal, Piazza San Marco, Campo San Polo, Rialto Bridge, The Bridge of Sighs, Palazzo Ducale, Ca' Rezzonico, Harry's Bar, Gritti Palace... it's silly to try to list the must-sees on this island. Until you've visited Venice, she awaits you, anticipating your adoration. This luxurious three bedroom private home is chock-full of museum-quality art collected from all corners of the globe by its adventurous owner. It couldn't be more charmingly located and is the absolute perfect place to call "home" at the end of the day. You'll spend hours at the kitchen counter, surrounded by a gallery of photos which will arouse great curiousity and provide a colorful backdrop for animated evening conversation. When it's time for bed, you'll appreciate your host's exquisite taste as you drift off to dreamland in the finest Pratesi linens. No children under 18 years. | ||
| 10 Points, 3BR, 2BA, sleeps 6 | Available Jul 01, 07 - Dec 31, 07, Apr 01, 07 - May 31, 07 | |
 [click for more info] | Mexico, Manzanillo | Property T650 |
| 5BR, 6BA, sleeps 10, 6500 sq.ft. Casa de Suenos, in the Las Hadas resort, is one of La Punta's most noteworthy homes. Nestled on a cliff just twenty meters above the ocean spray of the Pacific, the Etruscan-styled property features five master suites of marble splendor, two swimming pools with a cooling rock waterfall, two large sunning decks, a shaded palapa bar, and outside living and dining areas with sunset views that are absolutely beyond belief. If you should desire to venture beyond the lap of luxury at Casa de Suenos, there is a world of sport, dining, and entertainment within minutes. Your options for diversion include: deep sea fishing, water skiing, parasailing, wind surfing, jet skiing, snorkeling, sunset cruises, scuba diving, fitness gym, four private lighted tennis courts, fabulous discos and night clubs, a host of multinational restaurants, a world-class Pete Dye 18-hole golf course, a 27-hole Von Hagge Signature course that boasts 11 oceanfront holes, and an 18-hole ecological preserve course designed by David Fleming in the center of a 12,000 acre jungle. Children under five years old are not permitted at the property. Please inquire about additional cash charges for visits to this property. | ||
| 20 - 28 Points, 5BR, 7BA, sleeps 10 | Available May 26, 07 - Jun 02, 07 | |
 [click for more info] | Russian Federation, Moscow | Property T1293 |
| Great contemporary apartment in the most desirable tourist place in Moscow! Two bedrooms+den/3 bathrooms (one with huge jetted tub and jetted shower cabin). Large open space living/dining room, home cinema. The apartment can accommodate up to 5 people. The house has 24 hour guard, pool, sauna. The views are unbelievable! You’re in the center of everything: main pedestrian street with cafes, restaurants, antique shops is right at your door, Kremlin and major museums mostly in walking distance. It is no better place to be in Moscow! | ||
| 20 Points, 2BR, 2BA, sleeps 5 | Available Jun 02, 07 - Jul 15, 07, Apr 28, 07 - May 24, 07 | |
 [click for more info] | Sweden, Tyresö | Property T1300 |
| This fantastic Villa,with it's elegant lines and luxurious furnishings, located near the famous Tyresö Palace, is as beautiful as it's surroundings. With Stocklhom just 20 minutes away, a visit to Gamla stan (Old Town) is a must for those who desire "genuine Stockholm". Its cobbled streets and narrow 17th-century alleys create an atmosphere like nowhere else in the world. If you visit nothing else while in Stockholm, be sure to spend at least an hour or two here. It will enchant visitors of all ages. Gamla stan will interest history buffs and shoppers alike with small and large shops on both sides of the street offering jewellery, souvenirs, rare books and gifts. You may also hear street musicians along the way. | ||
| 16 Points, 3BR, 3BA, sleeps 6 | Available Jun 19, 07 - Jul 12, 07 | |
 [click for more info] | California, Pacific Palisades | Property T943 |
| 2BR, 2 full baths, 2 half baths, 2800 sq.ft., sleeps 4. This home is perched on a bluff overlooking the Pacific. It's one mile from the beach. | ||
| 40 Points, 2BR, 3BA, sleeps 4 | Available Apr 01, 07 - Oct 01, 07 | |
 [click for more info] | California, Squaw Valley | Property T383 |
| 5BR, 5BA, sleeps 14 - 16, recently remodeled 3-story mountain home: central Great Room with soaring ceilings and panoramic windows looking out to magnificent mountain view (KT22, Red Dog, Granite Chief and Squaw Peak), large kitchen with new appliances, massive stone fireplace in sunken living room perfect for apres ski, mountain views from every room, hot tub with gorgeous view across valley to mountains and ski slopes, large decks for summer barbecues and outdoor living, up stairs and down stairs laundry rooms, slate floors in kitchen and bathrooms, double car garage opening directly to house. The site of the 1960 Winter Olympic Games, Squaw Valley is famous for world-class skiing with choices from beginner to intermediate and double black diamond runs. Day trips to other ski resorts could include Alpine Meadows, Northstar, Homewood, Tahoe Donnor, Incline Village, Mount Rose or Heavenly Valley. Squaw Valley has year around ice skating rinks and swimming pools, tram rides to the mountain top, full service spa facilities, many restaurants from casual to elegant, galleries, and shops. Both The Resort at Squaw Creek and The Village at Squaw Valley are nearby have a full range of services and facilities. There are year around activities for children and adults, including ski school, horseback riding, off road bike trails, hiking trails from easy to challenging, with river rafting and fishing nearby. There is a golf course in Squaw Valley and a large variety of courses throughout the North Tahoe area. Ten minutes away is scenic Lake Tahoe, busy with its full range of water sports and other popular activities. The Gold Rush country is a possible day trip as well. Reno's casinos and the Reno airport are just an hour away. Sacramento airport is about two hours. | ||
| 14 - 25 Points, 5BR, 5BA, sleeps 14 | Available May 20, 07 - Jun 22, 07, Jul 04, 07 - Jul 11, 07, Jul 16, 07 - Aug 17, 07 | |
 [click for more info] | District of Columbia, Washington | Property T472 |
| 3 staterooms, 3 BA, sleeps 6 guests and crew. Cruise the Potomac River and Chesapeake Bay aboard the historic USS Sequoia Presidential Yacht, a 104 ft. John Trumpy yacht used by nine presidents. Dine in the salon where FDR and Churchill planned D-Day. Stroll the top deck where Nixon and Brezhnev negotiated the first arms control treaty. The Sequoia has been beautifully restored as a floating museum of presidential history. Create your own history aboard the Sequoia by hosting up to 50 guests at a wedding reception, business event or family gathering. Call for details on 4-hour cruises including candlelight tours of Mt. Vernon or trips to Old Town Alexandria. | ||
| 25 Points, 3BR, 3BA, sleeps 6 | Available | |
 [click for more info] | Hawaii, Maui | Property T1292 |
| ALOHA vacation home is located on the beautiful valley isle of Maui. Located on the "upcountry" side of the island in a rural setting on over 2 acres of lush tropical rainforest with a large variety of all kinds of fruit trees and beautiful flowering plants. With every creature comfort in mind, this home has a beautiful large pool and spa with lots of amenities...the Owner's favorite includes, an outdoor shower with an ocean view! The home is close to many beautiful and world famous beaches such as Hookipa for surfing and windsurfing. Location offers nearby charming and historic town of Paia which has fine restaurants and shops. If you are a golfer welcome to paradise. Maui has over ten fantastic courses. This fantastic vacation home setting is within a tropical rainforest and it is Paradise. This is not the tourist side of the island and the experience is quite different, although you can go to the busy places, our home is secluded and private. You can pick papayas right outside your door and you can shower outside too looking out on the ocean and the mountains. ALOHA | ||
| 20 Points, 5BR, 3BA, sleeps 10 | Available Jun 01, 07 - Jun 17, 07 | |
 [click for more info] | Maine, Kennebunk Beach | Property T657 |
| 4 BR, 3 BA sleeps 9, 3300 sq-ft. This wonderful quaint Kennebunkport home is really a gem! You'll be comfortable in this getaway with hardwood floors, and the the owners have provided a grill for outdoor dining on the deck. Located just 4 houses from the beach, 2 blocks from the spectacular Webhannet Golf Club golf course, and just minutes to the village, it is right in the heart of a beautiful area. Lovely gardens surround the property; its peaceful street takes you back to a quieter time and a less hectic pace. Summer home of President George Bush, and famous for its “Maine Lobsters”, Kennebunkport has something for everyone, including fabulous restaurants, sights and shopping. Renowned discount shopping is only 20 minutes south in the Kittery, and 45 minutes north in Freeport. Woodstock, Vermont is only a little over a 2 hour drive and Wolfboro, New Hampshire less than an hour- both make wonderful day trips! Not to mention all of the great little towns up the coast of Maine waiting to be explored- some islands even without electricity! Also explore the glorious fall foliage they are known for! | ||
| 10 Points, 4BR, 3BA, sleeps 9 | Available May 26, 07 - Jun 02, 07 | |
 [click for more info] | Massachusetts, Nantucket | Property T689 |
| 4BR, 2.5BA, sleeps 10 (maximum of 8 adults), 1800 sq.ft. "Northern Exposure" is a New England upside-down house located in the center of Nantucket in town (0.9 of a mile from Main Street) on Lower Orange Street just beyond West Creek Road. Built in 1994, the home is close to bike paths, beaches, restaurants, banking, and grocery stores. The home has off-street parking, cable TV, a large sundeck with BBQ, enjoys a beautiful view of Monomoy Creek, and is located just 1 mile from the beach. Nantucket, Massachusetts is a wonderful island town 32 miles off the coast of Cape Cod. Accessible only by ferry or plane, it offers unique charm and culture. Attractions: Historical Colonial American Architecture, Whaling Museum, Peter Foulger Museum of History, Quaker Meeting House and Museum, Stackpole Library, and Nantucket Lifesaving Museum. The Aquarium and The Nantucket Marine Lab. Brant Point Lighthouse, Great Point Lighthouse, and Sankaty Head Lighthouse. Owner prefers Sunday-Sunday trades. | ||
| 10 Points, 4BR, 3BA, sleeps 10 | Available May 26, 07 - Jun 02, 07, Jun 03, 07 - Jun 24, 07 | |
 [click for more info] | Nevada, Las Vegas | Property T1239 |
| The one-bedroom suite measures 900 sq ft and features elegant amenities including deluxe king beds with exquisite Egyptian cotton sheets, marble and granite bathrooms with Jacuzzi whirlpool tubs and designer spa products, high-end kitchen appliances, separate master bedroom, LCD flat-screen high-definition TV’s and high-speed wireless Internet access. Well-appointed accommodations with personalized service provide a serene retreat with easy access to MGM Grand’s dynamic entertainment experience. | ||
| 7 - 17.5 Points, 1BR, 2BA, sleeps 4 | Available Jan 04, 07 - Dec 31, 07 | |
 [click for more info] | North Carolina, Corolla | Property T1093 |
| Enjoy this lovely 4 bedroom, 3 ½ bath home at the prestigious Currituck Club in the Outer Banks of North Carolina. Located in the Magnolia Bay section, this gem is professionally decorated, fabulously equipped, on a quiet cul-de-sac, backs to the Audubon Society Preserve, and the dual front porches enables enjoyment of beautiful sunsets and a glimpse of the sound. A classic beach reverse floor plan, the lower level features 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms off of a generous front door entryway with full laundry facilities connecting to the one-car garage. The upper level includes a very open great room with high vaulted ceilings, a gas fireplace, game/puzzle table, half bath, and access through sliding doors to both the front deck and rear decks. The great room adjoins the dining area with a round table for 8 that includes an integrated lazy susan. The kitchen is a cook’s delight, is equipped with everything you would need and includes a counter with two bar stools. On the upper level you will also find the private vaulted ceiling main master bedroom and bathroom, complete with jacuzzi tub, shower, and double sinks. Outdoors enjoy the hot tub and the heated pool, take a ride on one of the home’s many bicycles, or just relax on the porch. Take the convenient trolley over to the private beach with amenities including life guard, beach valet service, and refreshments. Enjoy golf, swimming, and tennis on site and accessible via the home’s 4-person golf cart. Fantastic restaurants, great shopping and other recreational activities abound. Home never rented. Well equipped for children and families. Also includes a "Club Car"-a 4 passenger electric golf cart available for use. Home also includes high-speed wireless internet access-just bring your own laptop! | ||
| 10 Points, 4BR, 4BA, sleeps 8 | Available Jun 01, 07 - Jun 08, 07 | |
 [click for more info] | Rhode Island, North Kingstown | Property T069 |
| 3BR, 2BA,(1 king,1 double, trundle and 1 double size futon) sleeps 8, 2700 sq.ft., Jacuzzi tub in master suite on second floor. wood buring fireplace. Located in the Shore Acres area of North Kingstown, just 20 minutes from Newport, RI. Renovated in 1995, it has a 750 sq. ft. master suite w/private upper deck. A 425 sq.ft. deck overlooks the Narragansett Bay with swimming, kayaking and windsurfing available. A gourmet kitchen, oak flooring, white furniture, glass tables and antiques make this waterfront home more suitable for adults with older children. High speed wireless internet!! Game room with pool table. | ||
| 9 Points, 3BR, 2BA, sleeps 8 | Available Jul 08, 07 - Jul 15, 07, Jun 18, 07 - Jun 25, 07, Jun 05, 07 - Jun 12, 07 | |
 [click for more info] | South Carolina, Hilton Head Island | Property T890 |
| 6BR, 5BA, sleeps 14, 4000 sq.ft. This is a two-level/two-building oceanfront home in the South Forest Beach area. On the upper level of the main house, you will find a large living/dining area with fabulous ocean view, opening to a sundeck. On the lower level a screen porch opens onto a large deck area surrounding a private oceanside swimming pool. This part of the home was renovated in 2003. Bedding configurations of main house: one king bed in one bedroom, one queen bed in one bedroom, two twin beds in one bedroom, and two twin beds in another bedroom. Also in 2003, a three-story addition was constructed on the rear of the home, which includes a pool/media room, a bar, and separate bath and bedroom (one queen bed) on the second floor. The third floor includes a large master bedroom (one king bed) with a 1500 sq.ft. deck built over the original house. Guests have use of facilities at the Marriott Grande Ocean Resort including two swimming pools, lap pool, "tot" pool, spas and whirlpools, indoor pool, steam room, exercise room and tennis complex. Property trades for 14-23 points/week. Owner only trades property for Saturday-Saturday stays. | ||
| 14 - 23 Points, 6BR, 5BA, sleeps 14 | Available May 12, 07 - May 26, 07 | |
 [click for more info] | South Carolina, Kiawah Island | Property T720 |
| 5BR, 5.5BA, sleeps 14, 4370 sq. ft. This house is located on a lagoon, 500 feet from a marsh, and one quarter mile from the beach. The house has a large hot tub and BBQ grill on the deck, as well as a screened porch. Kiawah is a wonderful family resort with endless and unspoiled beaches. The island has legendary golf courses, great tennis, and numerous biking trails for guests' pleasure. Kiawah is also a wonderful place to experience nature - the wildlife, including sea turtles and alligators, is various and abundant. If you care to leave the island, nearby Charleston provides a fantastic daytrip option. BR1-one king bed, BR2-one king bed, BR3-two double beds, BR4-two twin beds, BR5-two twin beds, family room-one sleeper sofa. | ||
| 15 Points, 5BR, 6BA, sleeps 14 | Available May 25, 07 - May 29, 07 | |