Travel Impressions Vacation Packages

Distance from Hotel to Airport, 15 miles (24 kms). Distance from Hotel to Downtown Nassau, 1.8 miles (3 kms).  

On November 26th, 2009, the resort will open as the completely renovated and upgraded Riu Palace Paradise Island. Located on a picture-perfect, white-sand beach just a short walk from the Atlantis Casino, the Riu Palace Paradise Island is a true oasis of fun and excitement with a distinct Bahamian flair. Featuring the All Inclusive by Riu concept, this breathtaking 379-room resort offers unmatched service, world-class activities, nightly entertainment and a property complete with a picturesque swimming pool, gourmet restaurants, inspiring ocean views and one of the most beautiful full-service spas imaginable.  

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• Local Attractions

• Activities Desk
• Aerobics
• Aerobics (water)
• Air Conditioning (public areas)
• Babysitting Services ($)
• Bar (swim-up)
• Bars/Lounges
• Beach (onsite)
• Beauty Salon ($)
• Boutique
• Car Rental Desk
• Conference Rooms ($)
• Doctor (on call) ($)
• Elevators
• Fitness Center
• Front Desk (24-hour)
• Gift Shop
• Ice Machines
• Internet Access ($)
• Internet Access (wireless, lobby)
• Jacuzzi
• Jewelry Shop ($)
• Laundry Services ($)
• Massage Services ($)
• Medical Services ($)
• Multilingual Staff
• PC Service
• Ping Pong
• Poolside Beverage Service
• Poolside Meal Service
• Restaurants
• Room Service (24-hour)
• Sauna
• Scuba Diving ($)
• Scuba Diving (lessons)
• Solarium ($)
• Spa ($)
• Spa Treatments ($)
• Tennis Court (lighted)
• Turndown Service
• Umbrellas (beach/pool)
• Volleyball (beach)
• Volleyball (beach)
• Wedding Coordinator
• Wedding Site

Entertainment Daily entertainment program for adults, live music, and variety shows.  

Miscellaneous Amenities Nearby (at an additional cost): snorkeling, sailing, wind-surfing, parasailing, waterskiing, kayaking, jet skiing, banana boat, deep sea fishing and golf.  

Pool Swimming pool with an integrated Jacuzzi  

($) Denotes a fee may be charged.  

Please note: Some hotel amenities listed above may have an additional fee associated with them.  

All Inclusive, Family Friendly, Wedding, Spa and Honeymoon.  

Arrival/Departure Time:  

• Check-in-time: 3:00 pm Check-out-time: 11:00 am  

Early check-in and late checkout on request, and subject to availability.  

Children Policy:  

• Children under 2 years old stay & eat for free when sharing with 2 full paying adults.  

• Children's ages must be specified in the rooming list.  

• Children (2-12) must share the room with 2 full paying adults in order to get the children discount.  

• If one adult travels with one child, the child will be considered an adult.  

• If one adult is traveling with two children, the first child will be invoiced as an adult and the second child will have the children benefits as per the current contract.  

Maximum Occupancy:  

• Jr Suite OV - 2 adults and 2 children or 3 adults and 1 child.  

• Jr Suite Superior OV - 2 adults and 2 children or 3 adults and 1 child. Family Suite OV - 4 adults or 3 adults and 2 children.* Jr Suite OF - 2 adults and 2 children or 3 adults and 1 child.  

• Suite OV - 2 adults and 2 children or 3 adults and 1 child.  

*Minimum occupancy is 3 adults. Denoted OV = OV and OF = Oceanfront  

Junior Suite Oceanview, air conditioning, ceiling fan, living room area, fitted carpet, direct dial telephone, regularly replenished mini-bar and liquor dispenser, coffee maker, satellite flat-screen television, radio alarm clock, electronic in-room safe (laptop size 15"), iron and ironing board. Bathroom equipped with bathtub and shower, double-sink, vanity mirror, hairdryer and amenities kit. Balcony or terrace with oceanview. Bedding: 1 king bed or 2 double beds.  

Junior Suite Superior Oceanview, air conditioning, ceiling fan, living room area, fitted carpet, direct dial telephone, regularly replenished mini-bar and liquor dispenser, coffee maker, satellite flat-screen television, radio alarm clock, electronic in-room safe (laptop size 15"), iron and ironing board. Bathroom equipped with bath- tub and shower, double-sink, vanity mirror, hairdryer and amenities kit. Balcony or terrace with superior oceanview. Bedding: 1 king bed or 2 double beds.  

Family Suite Oceanview, Air conditioning, ceiling fan, 1 bedroom with 1 king size bed, separate sitting area, 2nd bedroom with 2 double beds. Both rooms with following amenities: fitted carpet, direct dial phone, regularly replenished mini-bar and liquor dispenser, coffee maker, satellite flat-screen television, radio alarm clock, electronic in-room safe (laptop size 15"), iron and ironing board. Bathroom equipped with bathtub and shower, double-sink, vanity mirror, hairdryer and amenities kit. Main bedroom has balcony or terrace with oceanview. Bedding: 1 king bed and 2 double beds.  

Junior Suite Oceanfront, air conditioning, ceiling fan, living room area, fitted carpet, direct dial telephone, regularly replenished mini-bar and liquor dispenser, coffee maker, satellite flat-screen television, radio alarm clock, electronic in-room safe (laptop size 15"), iron and ironing board. Bathroom equipped with bathtub and shower, double-sink, vanity mirror, hairdryer and amenities kit. Balcony or terrace with oceanfront. Bedding: 1 king bed or 2 double beds.  

Suite Oceanview, Air conditioning, ceiling fan, 1 king size bed, by door separate living room area with sofa, fitted carpet, direct dial phone, regularly replenished mini-bar and liquor dispenser, coffee maker, satellite flat-screen television and 2nd television, radio alarm clock, electronic in-room safe (laptop size 15"), iron and ironing board. Bathroom equipped with bathtub, extra shower cabin, double-sink, vanity mirror, hairdryer and amenities kit. Balcony or terrace with oceanview. Bedding: 1 king bed.  

All accommodations include: hairdryer, liquor dispenser, bathtub/shower combination, telephone (direct dial), iron, safe (electronic), air conditioning, television (flat screen), ceiling fan, ironing board, alarm clock radio and mini-bar.  

Rollaway Bed The service for the rollaway bed is not at an additional charge, but on request and upon availability.  

Specific bedding and/or special requests are fulfilled based on availability and cannot always be guaranteed.  

Calypso, lounge bar with terrace.  

Colony, lobby bar.  

Soca, swim-up bar.  

Sports Bar, watch your favorite teams, while enjoying your favorite beverage or cocktail.  

Atlantic, main restaurant with buffet style show cooking, serving international and local specialties.  

Bahamas(*), open during the day, serving lunch and snacks. Open for dinner as a Grill Steakhouse.  

(*) Denotes reservation is required.  

Krystal(*), a la carte restaurant, fusion cuisine, open for dinner.  

(*) Denotes reservation is required.  

Sir Alexander(*), gourmet a la carte restaurant, open for dinner.  

(*) Denotes reservation is required.  

Tengoku(*), Japanese a la carte restaurant, open for dinner.  

(*) Denotes reservation is required.  

ALL INCLUSIVE PACKAGE 2009-2010  

Booking Dates: 06/01/2009 - 04/30/2010 Travel Dates: 06/01/2009 - 04/30/2010  

Package Inclusions:  

• Accommodations  

• All meals and snacks:  

• Breakfast: Full American-style breakfast buffet and show cooking stations Continental breakfast/snack Lunch: Hot and cold buffet, show cooking stations and assorted desserts and light fare Dinner: Buffets and dishes prepared on the spot. Special Evenings: Theme buffet four times a week. Optional dining (reservations required in advance):  

• Tengoku Japanese restaurant (a la carte) Grill/Steakhouse (a la carte) Sir Alexander gourmet restaurant (a la carte) Krystal fusion cuisine restaurant (a la carte)  

• Snacks and room service 24-hours a day  

• Beverages: Local and imported beverages 24 hours a day and regularly restocked mini-bar and liquor dispenser  

• Electronic in-room safe (laptop size 15")  

• Sports and activities: fitness center, table tennis sauna, Jacuzzi, one floodlit hard-surface tennis court, beach volleyball court and one introductory scuba diving lesson in the pool  

• Entertainment program: Daily entertainment program for adults, live music, and variety shows.  

• All taxes and gratuities  

Package Minimum Stay: 3 nights  

Please Note:  

• Formal dress is required for dinner (main restaurant:  

• t-shirts with sleeves for gentlemen; theme restaurants:  

• long trousers and t-shirts with sleeves for gentlemen).  

• All hotel guests are required to wear an "all inclusive" wristband for identification purposes.  

Package inclusions are subject to change.  

-Complimentary wireless internet in lobby  

• Complimentary sun loungers, towels and parasols by pool area  

Minimum Age Requirements:  

• The remainder of the year (besides Spring Break) requires at least one person 18 years or older in every room.  

• No student groups under 21 years old or Spring Breakers are accepted all year round.  

Wedding Information:  

• This resort will offer free weddings.  

• Free weddings will not include any legal fees and require a minimum of 5 rooms booked for the wedding.  

Springbreak Policy:  

• During the months of March & April, at least one person must be 21 years of age or older in every room. During these months, the hotel reserves the right not to admit any room in which all guests are younger than 21. This situation can have serious repercussions and should be avoided at any cost. Please advise the travel agencies accordingly.  

Honeymooners:  

• 2009-2009  

• Honeymooners will receive a fruit basket and a surprise gift in their room upon arrival. Marriage certificate will be requested.  

2009-2010  

• Honeymooners will receive a surprise gift in their rooms upon arrival. Marriage certificate will be requested.  

General:  

• Formerly Sheraton Grand Paradise Island.  

• Formerly Riu Paradise Island.  

• The Resort will be closing for refurbishments from 08/20/09-11/26/09. This refurbishment consists of a complete upgrade to Riu Palace Paradise Island.  

Tourist Attractions Nearby:  

• Golf Courses: 20 minutes by car  

• Downtown Nassau (Shopping & Straw Market): 15 minutes by car  

• Atlantis Marine Village & Casino: 2 minutes by walk