Bucuti Beach Resort Offers Fam Trips To Agents

Rates at romantic Aruba resort are $167 per couple through December 22

Bucuti Beach Resort in Aruba is inviting travel agents to experience its celebrated romantic ambiance at special rates now through December 22, 2009. Agents can check out the couples-only resort, named one of the top 10 most romantic resorts in the world by TripAdvisor travelers, at rates starting at just $167 per night, based on double occupancy in the Superior Gardenview room category. The announcement of these rates comes on the heels of an island-wide travel agent outreach program launched by the Aruba Tourism Authority.

Agents specializing in romance, couples travel and destination weddings and honeymoons can confidently recommend Bucuti after experiencing the intimacy this eco-chic resort offers. The resort welcomes couples for sunset weddings, vow renewal ceremonies, intimate honeymoons, same-sex weddings and even simple beach vacations for two. Bucuti’s award-winning staff gets consistent high marks for ensuring a personalized romantic retreat for each couple.

Guests will also feel good knowing they are staying at a leader in environmentally responsible tourism. For more than 30 years, Bucuti’s owner, Ewald Biemans, has set the standard for green hotels in the Caribbean and beyond. The resort is ISO14001 certified and has been recognized by Green Globe, American Express and ISLANDS magazine. Bucuti gives guests the chance to pitch in with recycling contests, a sea turtle protection program and beach cleanups.

A new highlight at this 104-room European-inspired resort includes a stylish transformation of the outdoor space, which now has a lounge-like atmosphere with infinity pool, contemporary Kettal and Dedon furniture and romantic lighting. Bucuti was the first resort in Aruba to mature from the traditional, tropical Caribbean style to a more modern yet functional look, and the response has been overwhelmingly positive.

For an added taste of Aruba, agents can participate in a Dine Around program for $38 per person, per dinner, during their stay. Eighteen nearby restaurants have special three-course menus as part of the Dine Around, including Bucuti’s oceanfront Pirate’s Nest Restaurant featuring fresh seafood, prime steaks and vegetarian options.

The $167 travel agent rate includes all taxes and a daily American breakfast buffet for two and is valid through December 22, 2009. To make reservations, agents can e-mail info@bucuti.com, call 1(888) 4-BUCUTI or visit www.bucuti.com/en/travel_industry where they can login and make online reservations and view a FAQ page. (Login: Travel; Password: Industry). Agents are eligible for 10 percent commission on all bookings, including oceanfront wedding packages.