Resort Introduces Stimulus Package - $400 Airfare Credit

(November 6, 2008) – Sonesta St. Maarten resorts now have their own brand of economic stimulus, offering guests up to $400 in airfare credit PER PERSON with the new “St. Maarten Stimulus” offer. Guests staying at Sonesta Maho Beach Resort & Casino or Sonesta Great Bay Beach Resort & Casino from January 3 to April 11, 2009, who book their stays November 1 - November 30, 2008, can enjoy these major savings!

The “St. Maarten Stimulus” promotion is designed to defray air travel costs for travelers looking for an affordable option to the Caribbean this season. The offer is available at double occupancy for both all-inclusive and room-only plans, in a variety of room categories.

At Sonesta Maho, guests can earn $200 per person airfare credit on five-night stays; $300 per person airfare credit on six nights and $400 per person on seven nights. Blackout dates of February 12-16 and March 5-9 apply. Applicable rooms on all-inclusive plan include Garden Island, Premier Garden Island, Pool Ocean and Premier Pool Ocean. For room-only rates, the promotion is applicable to Pool Ocean and Premier Ocean rooms only.

At Sonesta Great Bay Beach Resort & Casino, guests can earn $200 per person airfare credit on five-night stays; $300 per person airfare credit on six nights and $400 per person on seven nights. Blackout dates of February 12-16 apply. Applicable room categories include Deluxe Mountain View and Ocean View.

The “St. Maarten Stimulus” airfare credit at Sonesta St. Maarten resorts is based on availability. The offer is no applicable to groups and not combinable with other promotions. It is not applicable to existing reservations and is valid for new bookings only.

Starting rates at Sonesta Maho Beach Resort & Casino and Sonesta Great Bay Beach Resort & Casino begin at $275 per night for stays January 4 – April 11, 2009. Rates are based on double occupancy, are room only and are subject to 21% tax and surcharge. All-inclusive rates are also available.

A serene Caribbean haven, the 257-room Sonesta Great Bay Beach Resort & Casino is located on St. Maarten’s one mile stretch of soft white sand near the vibrant capital of Philipsburg. This four-star property invites guests to unwind with three swimming pools, three restaurants, four bars, the Golden Casino and the Vitality Oasis health club and spa. Adding to the excitement and amenities are a host of water sports, tours and excursions, tennis, internet service, meeting rooms and live nightly entertainment.

Sonesta Collection is a distinctive international collection of upscale hotels, resorts and cruise ships. Every property reflects the energy, style and spirit of its location. Locally-inspired and artfully-presented cuisine, luxurious accommodations and passionate personal service create an authentic and memorable guest experience. Discover the Sonesta Collection in Boston, New Orleans, Miami, Orlando, St. Maarten (2), Brazil (2), Chile (3), Colombia, Peru (7), and Egypt (12). Opening soon in: Rosario and Patagonia, Argentina; Jaco Beach, Costa Rica; Barranquilla and Cartagena, Colombia; Miami, FL; and San Carlos, Mexico. Visit Sonesta.com or call 800.Sonesta (800.766.3782) in the U.S. and Canada.

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