Zoetry Debuts Golden Bear Lodge & Spa Cap Cana
AMResorts Opens First Jack Nicklaus-Inspired Property in Exclusive Dominican Republic Destination
December 7, 2009 - Today AMResorts, the award-winning provider of resort sales, marketing and brand management services, celebrates the opening of Golden Bear Lodge & Spa Cap Cana, the company's first property under the new Zoëtry Collection of resorts. Inspired by the beauty of Cap Cana and the life and legacy of golf legend Jack Nicklaus, the Golden Bear Lodge & Spa offers golf enthusiasts and discerning travelers an unparalleled level of service, accommodations and amenities consistent with the Zoëtry Wellness & Spa Resorts brand.
“As our first property in The Zoëtry Collection, we are excited to demonstrate the exceptional quality standards that will define the Golden Bear Lodge & Spa, from spectacular accommodations and fine dining, to devoted personal service and play at world-renowned golf courses such as Punta Espada,” said Alex Zozaya, CEO and President of AMResorts. “The collaboration with Jack Nicklaus and Cap Cana has created a one-of-a-kind partnership in which travelers will be privy to a premier resort experience.”
Part of the exclusive Preferred Boutique and Preferred Golf groups, the Caribbean's much-awaited resort development offers a new kind of vacation experience perfect for golf enthusiasts, family gatherings, romantic getaways and business retreats. The 126 finely appointed one- and two-bedroom suites feature accommodations complete with stylish furnishings, marbled bathrooms and privileged views of the Caribbean Sea and a magnificent Nicklaus-designed golf course. Other in-room amenities include pillow selection menus, Jacuzzis for two, fully equipped kitchenettes, private terraces or patios, personalized turn-down service and more. Select suites also offer private plunge pools. Guests can also enjoy Zoëtry Wellness & Spa Resorts' signature Endless Privileges™, which grant unlimited access to:
•Premium cocktails
•Worldwide calls
•Private in-suite dining
•Welcome bottle of Rum
•Daily bottle of champagne and fruit basket
•Twice-daily maid service
•Gourmet dining options
•Free-form infinity swimming pool
•Round trip airport transfers
•Two complimentary rounds of golf at Punta Espada for every 3 night minimum stays
Additional in-resort amenities include:
•Limousine and helicopter services
•Nanny services
•Full-service spa and fitness center
•Four lighted tennis courts
In addition to offering the utmost comfort in luxurious service and accommodations, the resort is also conveniently located near all of Cap Cana's celebrated fine-dining restaurants, exclusive membership clubs, elegant boutiques, horseback-riding grounds, and the Caribbean's most modern and complete marina.
A personal haven for golf enthusiasts, guests of the Golden Bear Lodge & Spa are able to choose between two spectacular Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Courses—the world-ranked Punta Espada Golf Club, recently ranked the No. 1 course in the Caribbean and Mexico by Golfweek magazine and host of the Cap Cana Championship on the PGA Tour's Champions Tour, or Las Iguanas, which will have a mix of ocean holes, inland holes and also natural wetland holes to give golfers variety of landscape, vegetation and challenge. Opening in 2010, three of Las Iguanas' back-nine holes—Nos. 12-14—hug the coastline and will provide golfers windswept challenges in a postcard setting.
The Golden Bear Lodge & Spa Cap Cana is located on the eastern coastline of the Dominican Republic and less than 10 minutes from the Punta Cana International Airport.
Introductory Promotion
For a limited time, guests staying at Golden Bear Lodge & Spa, The Zoëtry Collection can enjoy a complimentary third night with the purchase of two nights, a free round of golf at Punta Espada, rated the No. 1 golf course in all of Mexico and the Caribbean by Golfweek for the second consecutive year, a 50% discount on green fees or 65% discount on twilight greens fees for additional rounds, complimentary golf for kids, a bottle of wine and dining experience plus a complimentary spa treatment with the purchase of two. Offer is valid for bookings through Jan. 31, 2010, for travel between Nov. 21, 2009, and Apr. 30, 2010.
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