Exclusive Resorts Announces New Exclusive Journeys

The unique program of authentic travel experiences – custom-crafted in alignment with members' interests, needs and preferences – features expertly designed itineraries providing unparalleled access that embrace the realms of cultural history and natural exploration, from family-friendly tours to spiritual and ecological expeditions traversing the globe from Bali to Borneo, Mendoza to Myanmar.

“The diversity of our members-only experiences for the 2013 and 2014 collections of Exclusive Journeys is truly remarkable,” says Gina Russo, Director of the Exclusive Journeys programming. “Along with the hands-on destination insight and personalized members-only extras provided by our new strategic partner Abercrombie & Kent, our journeys offer the utmost in memorable and experiential travel for solo travelers, honeymooners, groups of friends, couples and family alike, all executed with careful consideration of safety measures, convenience and ease for the members.”

Available for travel in 2013 are Exclusive Journeys to Botswana; Fiji; India; Ireland; South America (Argentina, Chile and Brazil); Southeast Asia (Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos, as well as Bali, Borneo and Singapore); and the American Southwest.

A sampling of the Club's 2013 Exclusive Journeys includes:

• Argentina & Chile: Buenos Aires, Mendoza, & The Atacama Desert (10 Days, 9 Nights) – Members will immerse themselves in the pristine natural beauty and rich cultural heritages of these two South American countries, from the vibrant cosmopolitan scene of Buenos Aires to Mendoza's tranquil wine region and the dramatic landscape of the Atacama Desert. Highlights of this Exclusive Journey include: private tango lessons and a guided art tour in Buenos Aires; a private cooking class with a skilled Argentine chef; a wine consultation with experts at Mendoza's Cavas Wine Lodge; hiking Valle de la Luna (Moon Valley); and touring Nobel Prize-winning poet Pablo Neruda's home in Santiago, Chile. Departure Dates: Choose from set dates in September, October, November and December 2013; from 9 plan days (per double-occupancy accommodation unit) and daily fee of USD $595 per member.

• Bali, Borneo & Singapore (11 Days, 10 Nights) – This meticulously crafted, expedition-style voyage appeals to all ages, with memorable hands-on experiences ideal for children (cuddling baby Bornean and Sumatran orangutans) and adults (indulging in members-only yoga sessions on the beach). Highlights of this Exclusive Journey include: a private meditation session with Ketut Lieyer, the world-renowned Balinese palm reader featured in Eat, Pray, Love; a visit to Borneo's Orangutan Care Center, where members can play with the gentle primates in their natural habitat; and exploring the bustling streets of Singapore in a trishaw (a cycle rickshaw). Departure Date: October 6, 2013; from 10 plan days (per double-occupancy accommodation unit) and daily fee of USD $450 per member.

Available for travel in 2014 are Exclusive Journeys to Alaska; Australia; the Caribbean; Central America (Guatemala and Belize); Japan; Kenya; Morocco; Myanmar; and Turkey.

A sampling of the Club's 2014 Exclusive Journeys, designed in collaboration with Abercrombie & Kent, includes:

• Kenya: Lewa Wildlife Conservancy & Maasai Mara National Reserve (9 Days, 9 Nights) – Ideal for adults and member families with children ages 8 and older, this journey showcases Abercrombie & Kent's excellence in crafting unforgettable Kenyan safari experiences. Highlights of this Exclusive Journey include: visiting the Karen Blixen Museum in Nairobi, dedicated to the iconic author of Out of Africa; daily game drives at Lewa Safari Camp; and hot-air balloon rides over the gorgeous Maasai Mara National Reserve. Departure Dates: Choose from set dates in July, August and September 2014; from 9 plan days (per double-occupancy accommodation unit) and daily fee of USD $875 per member.

• Myanmar: Mandalay, Bagan, Inle Lake & Yangon (11 Days, 10 Nights) – As Southeast Asia's up-and-coming travel hot spot, and one of the most elusive countries in the world, Myanmar offers a fascinating rich cultural history along with incredible local cuisine and remarkable spiritual landmarks. Highlights of this Exclusive Journey include: bargaining with charming local artisans at Zegyo Market, Mandalay's oldest market; a visit to and lunch at Taungbi Monastery in Bagan; and discovering incredible floating gardens in Inle Lake. Departure Dates: Choose from set dates in January, February, March, October, November and December 2014; from 10 plan days (per double-occupancy accommodation unit) and daily fee of USD $550 per member.

Non-members interested in experiencing the Exclusive Journeys program are invited to purchase a trial membership with Exclusive Resorts, which offers consumers the opportunity to try the Club for a year with no long-term commitment. Prices for a 10-day trial membership start from USD $15,250 plus Annual Dues (currently USD $1,097 per day).

For more information on Exclusive Resorts' collections of Exclusive Journeys for travel in 2013 and 2014; to request a brochure; or to inquire about membership plans and pricing, please contact (866) 863-2688 or visit www.exclusiveresorts.com.