Virtuoso and Virgin Galactic Name New ASA's

In case you were looking for that random, out -of-box holiday gift for the person on your list that has everything, you might want to check out Virgin Galactic's specials with Virtuoso. Virgin Galactic, in partnership with Virtuoso, named 18 new "Accredited Space Agents" (ASAs) that join 56 other Virtuoso travel advisers to become the sole team responsible for selling space travel with Virgin Galactic. The travel agents had to go through a rigorous application process and intensive training process. All the 120 worldwide agents will be invited to Mojave, California, for the unveiling of SpaceShip Two which is the first space vehicle of its kind developed to take private passengers to space. Its sure to be a great program and we are thrilled that our affiliate agency, Andavo Travel, has an agent on the list.

Saveur Magazine Names Culinary Travel Advisory Board Members

Saveur Magazine, in a recent partnership with Virtuoso, announced its new Culinary Travel Advisory Board in the October edition that is on newsstands this week. Congratulations to our sister company, Savory Travel, who was selected with over 50 Virtuoso travel agents! All board members specialize in culinary journeys and will work with the magazine to develop trips, tours and adventures for those that are "foodies" at heart. There is also a large travel section devoted to culinary travel on their website. Check out the latest edition or online www.saveur.com!

Barbados Resort Offers Big Renovations

Sandy Lane, one of Barbados' premier resorts, recently reopened this fall after a month's closure to provide unbelievable enhancements. Guests are welcomed with new linens, furniture, 52" TVs, new spa amenities, a new sauna, new line of productions and the expansion of the property's Bajun Blue Restaurant. Bajun is now home to a lobster tank, red wine cellar and new lounge area.

Sandy Lane has the distinction of being a "Best of the Best" property as selected by Virtuoso. Virtuoso guests can receive additional amenities including upgrades on arrival, daily breakfast, complimentary full body massage and round trip airport transfers. Barbados is also an easy nonstop flight from most major US airports and offers some of the best golfing in the Caribbean.