In the category "prizes - general rules" you can find details about how you can win the following prizes. The official start of this list will be in May 2010. At the moment the links are incomplete and partially under construction. These hotel chains and cooperations are represented with at least one property (sorted from A-Z): Accor, ArabellaSheraton, A-ROSA, ATLANTIC Hotels Germany, Austria Trend, Best Western, Crowne Plaza, evadeHotels, Fairmont, Global Hotel Alliance, Great Hotels of the World, Hilton, Hyatt, Iberostar, InterContinental, Kempinski, Leading Hotels of the World, Lonrho Hotels, Louis Hotels, Luxury Collection, Mamaison Hotels & Apartments, Marriott, ME by Melia, Mirvac Hotels & Resorts, Mövenpick, NH, Preferred, Radisson BLU, Relais & Chateaux, Renaissance, RIU, Romantik Hotels, Small Elegant Hotels, Small Luxury Hotels, Sofitel, Sol Hotels, Sol Melia Hotels & Resorts, St. Regis, Swiss Deluxe Hotels, The Leela, Top Hotels of the World, Victoria-Jungfrau Collection, Westin, Worldhotels Comfort Collection.
These (please scroll down) are - momentarily - the 10 most expensive holiday prizes you can win. It is very likely that more expensive prizes will enrich this list very soon.

!!! Please find more prizes sorted by continent by clicking: Africa, America, Asia, Australia/Oceania and Europe !!!

Africa / Tanzania / Zanzibar

5 prize voucher: 7 nights for one couple and 3 nights for 4 other couples in a Zanzi pool villa which have their own private pool (on bed & breakfast basis) at:

Welcome
This is the finest place I have known in all of Africa.... an illusiv place where nothing is as it seems..... I'm mesmerised.
Dr. David Livingstone, Zanzibar 1866
Just an hour from the airport Zanzibar Dolphin View Paradise Resort literally sets itself apart from all other resorts on Zanzibar. It is located on its own special place, an isolated bay in the virgin Kizimkazi, with open views of the Indian Ocean. The area, famous for its Dolphin Viewing, Cultural monuments and picturesque wilderness offers an easy access to water sports activities, a peacefull surrounding and stunning view of the turquoise ocean. The hotel benefits from both; Dolphin cruising in front of the Jetty can be spotted on daily basis; not to mention the private beach of fine white coral sand which allows you to swim within the warm waters of the Indian Ocean.

Europe / Greece / Crete

1 week for 2 persons at:

Metohi Georgila is a quiet resting place, built in 1908 by Dr Styliano Georgila, a personal friend of Eleftherios Venizelos. This House was not only a home, but also a shelter of hospitality for his friends and family. Years later… wanting to continue the warmth and the generous Cretan hospitality, which by the way our family kept for the last three generations, we reconstructed the building and we created 5 independent residences. Our inspiration wasn’t the need of a business, but the joy of offering and charring. Metohi Georgila is located at Pyrgos Psilonerou, 15,5 klm from the central city of Chania. It’s only 1,5 klm away from the magnificent sandy beach, 1,5 klm from the market center of Maleme village and 4,5 klm away from the recreational and market center of Platanias village. The unique natural surroundings and the peaceful family atmosphere will give you the possibility to enjoy moments of relaxation away from the touristic action, but very close to the most beautiful beaches of our county.

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Europe / Greece / Central Macedonia

5 days on bed and breakfast basis for one couple at:

A glorious and peaceful setting in a rural environment 2,5 kms south of cosmopolitan Kallithea and 1,5 kms before the traditional village of KRYOPIGI, on Kassandra, the most legendary peninsula of Halkidiki. Distance from Thessaloniki airport is about 1 ½ hours driving. Just above a beautiful cove, with a smooth sandy beach descending gently to the water’s edge. The length of the beach is about 2 kms of natural sand at its best and the waters are turquoise blue. On the pine hill 80 meters above the shore lays the Alexander the Great Beach hotel which is owned and operated by the hotel family P.A.P Corp. for the last 30 years. Total rooms: 216, Beds: 432 (8 suites, 4 junior suites, 8 studio apartments and 196 rooms in the main building and bungalows). Hellenic Tourist Board Category: A Class, 4****. This is a very popular hotel with stable guests and repeated greek & international clientele. A favorite site of hospitality for many Central Europeans & the Americans, Alexander the Great Beach hotel keeps an updated and state of the art standard in the hotel facilities combined with a superior and personalized service. +++ More details will be published soon! +++

Oceania / Fiji

5 nights for one couple (minimum worth of this voucher about 1000 Euro) at:

Rainbow Reef Resort is a unique environmentally friendly beachfront retreat, dedicated to renewal, fine dining, and world class diving in a very private atmosphere. Situated on a thirty-acre peninsula, just west of the International Dateline, this former coconut plantation boasts an exquisite beachfront location, overlooking the world famous "Rainbow Reef". The resort provides a few romantically sited cottages that offer optimum privacy, each on its own stretch of white sandy beach.

All bure are an artistic blend of contemporary European amenities and South Pacific influences. All units feature an elegantly curved veranda, thatched roof and an outdoor shower atrium. Ideal for honeymoon couples or weddings. The Hibiscus bure is a two-room suite and can also accommodate families. Read more ...

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Slovakia / High Tatras

One weekend for one couple at:

Grand Hotel Kempinski High Tatras
Occupying a prime location on an alpine lake 1.351 meters above sea level in the spectacular High Tatra Mountains, the Grand Hotel Kempinski High Tatras is an exclusive resort affording discerning guests the very best in year-round sports, entertainment and relaxation.

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Greece / Mykonos:

3 nights for one couple at:

Mykonos Luxury Hotel: Beauty unfolding before your eyes
Cavo Tagoo is a unique luxury hotel near Chora of Mykonos, built into an impressive natural cliffside. With its luxurious barefoot chic aesthetic, its distinctive architecture, versatile services, and respect for traditional elements, Cavo Tagoo unfolds as an unparalleled experience to its guests. Featuring suites with private pools, a Spa Center, indoor heated pool, fitness center, stunning lounge and poolside bars, we excel at offering the complete island indulgence package. Relax, gaze across our breathtaking panoramic view and enjoy the jet-setting vibes of Mykonos. These are lasting memories in the making.

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Malta / Mellieha Bay

3 days for one couple at:

The Hotel RIU Seabank and Spa is one of the most attractive tourist resorts on the island of Malta. Situated on the outskirts of Mellieha, a rural village in the northwestern part of the island, the hotel offers a range of accommodation packages and special offers during all seasons.

Standing only a few meters off the most popular sandy beach in Malta, Ghadira Bay, the Hotel RIU Seabank is also an ideal destination during the winter periods offering a combination of countryside and beach overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. Hotel RIU Seabank Malta is also a perfect place for families, couples, beach lovers, groups, hikers, divers, water-sports & the business traveller wishing to combine business with pleasure. Read more ...

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Turkey / Istanbul (Asia)

2 nights in a double room for one couple at:

Istanbul is the only city in the world built on two continents; Europe and Asia, stands on the shores of the uniquely beautiful Bosphorus. Discover the beauty of one of the world's most celebrated cities at the Istanbul Marriott Hotel Asia.

The hotel is located in the center of the booming business district of Kozyatagi in Kadikoy and offers a refreshing experience for business and leisure travelers. Read more ...

Asia / Middle East / UAE / Ajman

3 nights for one couple on bed & breakfast basis at:

Ajman, the smallest of the seven Emirates in the United Arab Emirates, is located 25 km from Dubai International Airport, and neighbouring Sharjah, an oasis of Arab culture.

Sprawled along the shores of the idyllic emirate Ajman, Kempinski Hotel Ajman boasts over 500 metres of private beach, classed by many as the best in the UAE, with pure white sand and crystal clear blue waters stretching into the infinity of the Arabian Sea.

Kempinski Hotel Ajman features 182 elegant sea view rooms and offers a wide range of international fine dining restaurants, bars and cafés. Read more ...

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Cyprus / Paphos

3 nights for one couple on bed & breakfast basis at:

Welcome to Coral Beach Hotel & Resort
The Coral Beach Hotel & Resort occupies a superb location overlooking the golden sandy beaches and sparkling waters of Coral bay. Adjacent to the Akamas peninsular, an area protected by UNESCO, the Coral Beach Hotel & Resort offers the perfect base for exploration, either by jeep or on horseback.
Perfectly seasoned all the year round, being the warmest in the winter and coolest in the summer, Paphos is the perfect destination for a vacation any time. Spoilt with unspoilt natural beauty and built on the aspects of traditional rustic architecture, the Coral Beach Hotel & Resort, has warmth that makes everyone feel at home.
To add further ease to its guest's stay the Resort is offering an All Inclusive Option; the only 5 star resort in Paphos with this option. Read more ...

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Please find more prizes sorted by continent by clicking: Africa, America, Asia, Australia/Oceania and Europe. This is the table of contents up to now - more prizes are supposed to follow soon!

continent country number of participating hotels number of vouchers number of free nights
Africa Egypt 2 2 2
  Mauritius 2 2 2
  Morocco 1 1 2
  South Africa 3 3 4
  Tanzania / Zanzibar 2 6 20
  Zambia 1 1 1
  Zimbabwe 1 1 2
America Aruba 1 1 1
  Bolivia 1 1 1
  Brazil 2 2 2
  Costa Rica 2 2 2
  Mexico 2 2 4
  St. Lucia 2 2 2
  USA 2 2 3
Asia China 1 1 1
  India 3 3 4
  Indonesia 3 3 4
  Malaysia 1 1 1
  Maldives 1 1 3
  Sri Lanka 1 1 1
  Thailand 2 2 2
  Turkey (Asian part) 1 1 2
  UAE 1 1 3
Australia / Oceania Australia 2 2 3
  Cook Islands 1 1 2
  Fiji 3 3 11
  French Polynesia 1 1 1
Europe Austria 9 9 11
  Belgium 1 1 1
  Croatia 4 4 4
  Cyprus 8 8 16
  Czech Republic 2 2 3
  Denmark 1 1 1
  Estonia 1 1 1
  Finland 1 1 1
  France 2 2 2
  Germany 23 23 30
  Greece 21 21 59
  Iceland 1 1 1
  Ireland 2 2 2
  Italy 18 18 23
  Lithuania 1 1 1
  Malta 4 4 9
  Netherlands 2 2 3
  Poland 2 2 2
  Portugal 6 6 7
  Romania 1 1 4
  Russia 2 2 2
  Slovakia 1 1 2
  Slovenia 1 1 2
  Spain 7 7 10
  Switzerland 4 4 4
  Turkey (European part) 2 2 4

in total:

continent number of countries ( + exterritorial regions) number of hotels number of vouchers number of free nights
Africa 7 12 15 33
America 7 (+ 1) 12 12 15
Asia 9 (incl. Turkey) 16 16 24
Australia / Oceania 3 (+ 1) 7 7 15
Europe 25 132 132 204
+++ in total +++ 50 (+ 2) !! Turkish hotels take part in Asia and Europe, but Turkey is counted only once in this sum !! 179 182 291

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