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INDAGARE’S GUIDE TO LAST-MINUTE HOLIDAY AVAILABILITY 2008
One of the benefits of Indagare membership is that we will scout out the best places with rooms left during the holidays and hold options for you. Please note these may go quickly and some have minimum-day requirements. To secure preferential rates and special amenities, contact our Bookings Service at 212-988-2611.
Read the guide to availability for sun seekers and for those interested in active trips.
BALI
Como Shambhala Estate at Begawan Giri has just fifteen guest houses spread on a twenty-three acre property. The serene Uma Ubud is located near the town of Ubud, which has been described as Bali’s creative and spiritual center.
THAILAND
Six Senses, the acclaimed hotel company with an eco-conscience, has availability in their beach-chic properties in Koh Samui, Hua Hin, Yao Noi and at the brand-new destination spa in Phuket. www.sixsenses.com
Butterfield & Robinson still has space on several trips, including one from Thailand to Laos. Ride elephants, bike through forests, explore the ancient capital of Chiang Saen and visit the National Museum in Luang Prabang, while meeting the locals and enjoying their cuisine. www.butterfield.com
SOUTH AFRICA
Another Butterfield & Robinson adventure: bicycle through the Cape Point Nature Reserve while watching antelope and baboons, kayak alongside dolphins and penguins, taste local vintages, and watch all kinds of wild animals with a professional guide. www.butterfield.com
FRENCH POLYNESIA
Several of the South Pacific’s most beautiful properties are available, including the luxe Le Taha’a, on a private island, the Bora Bora Pearl Beach Resort and Raiatea Hawaiki Nui Hotel, a diver’s dream base.
ARGENTINA
The Park Hyatt Mendoza, in the center of the Andean town, is a great base for wine aficionados and foodies who want to explore the region’s bounty. mendoza.park.hyatt.com
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