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In This Issue: No mutiny here! Starwood's Luxury Collection Can't get enough of paradise? Our pick for best overall resort in the Seychelles 45 minutes from Honolulu, enjoy the tranquility of North Shore

A warning about Tahiti: once you go, you may never come back. Tahiti is known to many as the setting for Gauguin's most famous paintings--he spent the last years of his life there, far from his native France. Lt. William Bligh helmed the HMS Bounty on a 1788 Tahitian mission; his men were so unhappy to leave the island after 5 months of paradise that they mutinied three weeks later. We promise much smoother sailing around Tahiti aboard the Paul Gauguin, an intimate ship from Radisson Cruises. Still not ready to come home? Try the best resort in the remarkably beautiful Seychelle islands. Or, closer to home, check out Turtle Bay Resort on Oahu's famous North Shore. All these choice destinations fill up quickly in the busy travel season, so make your plans early. Let our travel specialists help! --Kris

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No mutiny here!   Sail Tahiti on the Paul Gauguin Go windsurfing from the private marina of this 320-guest ship. The beautiful, six-star Paul Gauguin is home-ported in Tahiti--its small size allowing it to navigate in shallow lagoons where larger ships may not sail. With its retractable watersports platform, guests may descend to sea level where they can hop aboard a windsurfer, launch a kayak, try a little waterskiing or set out for a SCUBA diving expedition (scuba certification offered). From $2840 per person incl. air from LAX

Starwood's Luxury Collection   Bora Bora Nui Resort & Spa Cruising not your style? Try an overwater bungalow at Bora Bora Nui Resort & Spa! The bungalows are complete with Indonesian mahogany canopy beds, and Italian marble bathrooms...and the resort is also home to the fabulous Mandara Spa. The Mandara Spa's awe-inspiring experience begins with the spectacular 360-degree view of Bora Bora’s famous Otemanu peak and the islands of Taha'a (the Vanilla Island) & Raiatea. 6 nights starting at $1,670 per person

Can't get enough of paradise?   Pearl Resorts 3-island combo Try these Polynesian Pearls! The Moorea Pearl Resort & Spa is situated on 7.5 acres of white sand beachfront--check out their fabulous virtual tour! At the Bora Bora Pearl Beach Resort you can discover the sparkling magic of the lagoon, admire the awe-inspiring Mount Otemanu while luxuriating in the peace and tranquility of the surroundings. And, Le Taha'a--open since July 2002--is designed to be the most exclusive resort in French Polynesia. 9 nights from $5,580 per person including air from Los Angeles

Our pick for best overall resort in the Seychelles   Lemuria Resort - Your Own Private Nature Reserve The Seychelles are what dreams are made of ... 115 astonishingly beautiful islands anchored 1,000 miles off the coast of East Africa and just 4 degrees south of the Equator. A tapestry of tropical forests, exotic plants and flowers, huge granite boulders and the most beautiful palm fringed beaches. Set in a large private nature reserve, it is an explosion of the senses. The rooms are secluded and all have private patios and beachfront access. There are three beaches to choose from, a tiered pool with swim up bar, and great poolside lunches. There are three additional restaurants set up around the resort, each with its own flavor. 7 nights from $2125 per person

45 minutes from Honolulu, enjoy the tranquility of North Shore   Turtle Bay Resort Set on 880 ocean-front acres of Oahu, Turtle Bay Resort is the only true full-service luxury resort on the island's legendary North Shore. Its natural, unspoiled beauty can be found at every turn. Five miles of pristine beaches and 12 miles of ocean trails await you. 5 nights starting at $615 per person

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