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Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts Named a Preferred Luxury Travel Provider for AARP(R) Members

Relationship Brings Exclusive Offers to AARP Members Who Vacation At The Caribbean's Only Luxury Included(R) Resorts

WASHINGTON, June 18 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ — AARP Services Inc. and Unique Vacations Inc., the worldwide representative of Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts, have entered into a preferred provider relationship that now offers AARP's more than 39 million members exclusive savings and benefits when they book a Sandals Resort or Beaches Resort Luxury Included(R) Caribbean vacation. AARP members can take advantage of these benefits when they travel to any one of twelve Sandals Resorts, the most romantic vacation for two people in love, or to any one of four Beaches Resorts, the perfect getaway for couples, singles and families — located in Jamaica, Antigua, St. Lucia, the Bahamas and Turks & Caicos.

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Under the Agreement, AARP members will now receive resort credits of up to $125 at Sandals or Beaches Resorts, special on property discounts and year-round specially created packages for AARP members like the Beaches Resorts' Family Reunion Package valid for travel this fall. AARP members who book a stay of seven nights or longer for travel through May 31, 2009 are entitled to receive:

— A $50.00 resort credit, per room, for Concierge Room bookings

— A $125.00 resort credit, per room, for Butler Category Suite bookings

AARP members will also receive special, on-property benefits of 10 percent discounts on all purchases made at the resorts' specialty shops, gift shops, exclusive Red Lane(R) Spas and Snap Shots(R) photography studios.

"We are delighted to welcome Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts to the AARP Travel family," said John Wider, executive vice president of AARP Services Inc. "We believe that travel is one of the most rewarding ways to enrich our members' lives, whether they are enjoying a romantic escape at Sandals Resorts or bringing generations of families together at Beaches Resorts. Our goal remains to seek travel providers and opportunities for our members that are rich in value and experience," Wider said.

"We are excited about working with AARP Services and we consider this new relationship to be a key element of our efforts to align ourselves with companies that are highly regarded by our target audiences," said Kevin Froemming, president of Unique Vacations Inc., the worldwide representative for Sandals and Beaches Resorts. "We are pleased to offer the Caribbean Luxury Included(R) vacation product brands we represent to this very important market and to help AARP members create lasting travel memories," continued Froemming.

AARP members may also take advantage of a special Beaches Resorts' Fall Family Reunion Package, ideal for family get togethers, Caribbean style, at Beaches Negril Resort & Spa and Beaches, Boscobel Resort & Golf Club in Jamaica and Beaches Turks & Caicos Resort & Spa in Providenciales, Turks & Caicos. In addition to their regular discounts, AARP members booking five or more rooms for stays of three nights or longer can receive up to 40 percent off published rates (plus two nights free on stays of seven nights or longer) for arrival between September 1 and November 4, 2008.

The Beaches Resorts' Fall Family Reunion Package includes: a private cocktail reception; a private dining experience featuring personalized menu, special family reunion activities; "Save the Date" Family Reunion postcards; complimentary portrait session at Snap Shots(R) and one 5x7 family photo per room; private group family check-in; special welcome gifts for each participant and the complimentary services of Beaches Resorts' Family Reunion Concierge, to help make the most of families' stays and assist with details such as booking outside tours/excursions or spa treatments, arranging dining reservations and scheduling photo sessions.

For additional information, AARP members may call their favorite travel agent or Sandals and Beaches Resorts toll-free at 1-866-498-3218 or go to www.sandals.com/aarp or www.beaches.com/aarp.

AARP members will need to provide their membership number at the time of booking as well as time of resort check-in to receive their applicable benefits and on property discounts. The resort credits are combinable with Sandals and Beaches Resorts' published promotions, are valid for paid in-full reservations only, and will be applied to the room reservation folio at time of check out, may not be applied to tours and excursion purchases and there will be no cash back for any unused portion. To receive on resort discounts, AARP membership card and photo identification are required at time of purchase and some items including tobacco products are excluded from this discount. On resort 10% discount is not applicable for independently operated boutiques including jewelry stores and art galleries and on resort discounts may not be combinable with certain on property promotions. All offers are subject to change without notice.

About AARP

AARP is a nonprofit, nonpartisan membership organization that helps people 50+ have independence, choice and control in ways that are beneficial and affordable to them and society as a whole. AARP does not endorse candidates for public office or make contributions to either political campaigns or candidates. We produce AARP The Magazine, published bimonthly; AARP Bulletin, our monthly newspaper; AARP Segunda Juventud, our bimonthly magazine in Spanish and English; NRTA Live & Learn, our quarterly newsletter for 50+ educators; and our website, AARP.org. AARP Foundation is an affiliated charity that provides security, protection, and empowerment to older persons in need with support from thousands of volunteers, donors, and sponsors. We have staffed offices in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

About AARP Services Inc.

AARP Services, founded in 1999, is a wholly owned subsidiary of AARP. AARP Services manages the wide range of products and services that are offered as benefits to AARP's 39+ million members. The offers span health products, travel and leisure products, and life event services. Specific products include Medicare supplemental insurance; member discounts on rental cars, cruises, vacation packages and lodging; special offers on technology and gifts; pharmacy services; legal services; and long-term care insurance. AARP Services founded AARP Financial Incorporated, a subsidiary that manages financial products that carry the AARP name, including AARP Funds. AARP Services develops new products, manages and markets products and services, and creates and maintains sponsorship and other relationships.

About Unique Vacations, Inc.

Located in Miami, Fla., Unique Vacations, Inc. is the worldwide representative of Sandals Resorts, Beaches Resorts, the Royal Plantation Collection and Grand Pineapple Beach Resorts, located in Antigua and Negril, Jamaica. For more information, call 1-305-284-1300.

About Sandals Resorts

Sandals Resorts has earned a worldwide reputation for providing two people in love with the most romantic vacation experience in the Caribbean. Currently, there are 12 Luxury Included(R) Sandals Resorts located in Jamaica, Antigua, St. Lucia and the Bahamas. Each offers stunning beachfront locations; a choice of a la carte restaurants, from white-glove dining to barefoot elegance; all premium brand wine and spirits, including an exclusive partnership with California's legendary Beringer Vineyards; luxurious accommodations in a range of categories; unrivaled watersports including the Caribbean's largest PADI certification program; Butler Service for truly indulgent pampering; Preston Bailey Signature WeddingMoons(R) and signature Red Lane(R) Spas, with services and treatments inspired by the region. In July 2007, the five-star, all suite Mediterranean Village debuted at Sandals Grande Antigua Resort & Spa, offering two people in love the ultimate romantic getaway.

Sandals Resorts has set the industry standard for the Luxury Included(R) vacation and has been voted the Caribbean's Leading Hotel Brand at the World Travel Awards for 14 years in a row, and World's Leading All-Inclusive Company for 12 years in a row.

About Beaches Resorts

When it comes to family vacations, no other resort company in the world offers more than Beaches Resorts. With four spectacular locations on the most beautiful beaches in Jamaica and Turks & Caicos, Beaches Resorts is the luxury included family getaway and the most comprehensive vacation available in the Caribbean including gourmet meals, all premium brand wine and spirits, including an exclusive partnership with California's legendary Beringer Vineyards; luxurious accommodations, and even gratuities. Fun for the whole family means outrageous water theme parks, Xbox 360(R) Game Garage Video Game Centers; Crayola Art Camps; and exclusive Kids Camps with a full schedule of age-appropriate activities and childcare provided by certified Nannies. As a proud sponsor of Sesame Street, Beaches offers another exclusive for families — the Beaches Resorts Caribbean Adventure with Sesame Street(R), where kids can spend their vacation with their favorite friends from the Sesame Street gang with daily activities and weekly stage shows. With additional amenities including Butler Service for truly indulgent pampering, Red Lane(R) Spas with services and treatments inspired by the region, and the WeddingMoons(R) and FamilyMoons(R) programs to make that special day just perfect, Beaches offers something for everyone.

Beaches Resorts, a part of the Sandals' family, has been voted the "World's Leading Family All-Inclusive Resorts" for ten years in a row.

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