The USA E
ver popular, Gold Medal’s room nights into the USA have increased 22% in 2018 and continue to look strong for the year ahead. Going from strength to strength this shows the US market is growing… as has the Gold Medal portfolio with the addition of brand new destinations in the Pacifi c Northwest for 2019. This year’s refreshed portfolio still includes all your customer’s favourites, plus 24 new properties across The States and over 50 day and extended touring suggestions, including three that are brand new.
24 new properties, one new destination & three new tours added for 2019
New York Apartments: With a focus on authentic experiences we’ve added a range of apartments to the New York portfolio. If the idea of living like a New Yorker appeals to your customers then an apartment may be just what they’re looking for. With home comforts on the doorstep of all the sightseeing attractions. See page 45
NEW!
New destination: The Pacifi c Northwest This year we’ve added the eco-friendly, liberal and ruggedly beautiful Pacific Northwest states of Washington and Oregon which are well-known for their two major cities Seattle and Portland, plus great outdoor pursuits which can be enjoyed in some of the nation’s most stunning National Parks. These fantastic states are growing in popularity and are fantastic additions to our existing West Coast portfolio and feature four hotels and two self-drive itineraries. See pages 116 -119
See miles more Whilst important, there’s much more to arranging a holiday and travelling than simply booking fl ights and a hotel. We’re seeing more and more customers who want to book experiences before they travel to ensure they’re making the most of their time when they arrive in the USA. With that in mind we’ve invested time in training our sales teams with even more product knowledge so they can recommend more day and extended tours and holiday add-ons to you and your customers, so you can better sell the holiday experience.
Florida G
reat for the young (and the young at heart) Florida’s attractions are the best in the world. This year’s brochure is 120 pages full of fun in the sun for all ages, with some great new properties and all the latest offerings from the thrilling theme parks, to support this destination which had seen a 33% increase in sales this past year. With superb shopping, great dining options, some world’s most famous theme parks and 1,200 miles of superb sandy beaches there’s something for everyone in Florida.
Eight new properties & four new multi-centres added for 2019 NEW!
Brand new hotel: Universal’s Endless Summer - Surfside Inn & Suites HHH In 2019 Universal Orlando ResortTM
are opening a brand new
Value Hotel bringing more fun and affordability to the brand. Surfside Inn and Suites at Universal’s Endless Summer Resort is where the sun, surf, and sand meet. Universal Orlando Resort’s all-new hotel will boast rates for even the most budget-conscious guests along with an amazing lakefront location and a host of exclusive benefi ts. See page 59
New hotel: COMO Metropolitan Miami Beach HHHHH An Art Deco luxury design hotel, COMO Metropolitan Miami Beach boasts 74 rooms in the heart of the Miami Beach historic district, overlooking America’s most iconic beach. See page 109
Florida 2020 Family time is important and a holiday to Florida with the little ones can take some time to plan and save for, making it necessary to book ahead. Thanks to our fantastic relationships with both airlines and suppliers on the ground we have 2020 holidays on sale now. Ask our expert sales team for more information to help your customers book their magical family Florida holiday today.
In the know If you have customers thinking of
booking a 2019 Walt Disney World Resort
holiday, they may want to act sooner rather than later. The hotly anticipated new Stars Wars attraction – Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge means this magical land is more popular than ever with room nights at the on site hotels booking up quick.
Las Vegas, California & the West W
elcome to the glitz and glamour of Las Vegas! This year sees the addition of fi ve new hotels, three new experiences and two new self-drive itineraries to the Las Vegas, California & the West brochure. As always we also bring you the most up to date shows and restaurant suggestions, advice on where it’s best to roll the dice, plus fantastic add-on options in California and the West for an extended holiday, so you can better sell this non-stop destination or add it to another USA break.
Five new properties, two new motorhome itineraries & three new experiences added for 2019
New openings and additions
Brand new hotel: Park MGM Las Vegas HHHH Meet Park MGM, the newest hotel from entertainment power house MGM. As you’d expect from MGM the facilities at the Strip’s newest hotel are extensive and include a spa, numerous restaurants and bars, a gym, casino and much more. The unique design throughout Park MGM takes its lead from urban parks and gardens, from the Jardin des Tuileries in Paris to The Park located right next door. See page 43
NEW!
Fantastic off er Gold Medal have a fantastic offer at Luxor Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas bookable to Jun 19 – receive discounted rates on accommodation meaning your customers can experience Las Vegas for less. If your customers want to stay in this larger- than-life Egyptian themed hotel, call Gold Medal today! See page 42
Extended touring
Thanks to a great selection of transport links, twinning the
awe-inspiring sights of Las Vegas
with the surrounding areas in the USA is easy. From car hire, to rail travel, motorhomes to escorted tours and even tours by air, Gold Medal can offer great multi-centre options. This year we’ve introduced Utah’s Mighty Five and Beyond – motorhome self-drive itinerary (inspired by our USA FAMtastic trip itinerary). See page 53
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