Top selling agents to be rewarded at Peaks Performance Awards

Now in their second year, the Peaks Performance Awards celebrate the hard work of travel agents up and down the country during the busiest period of their year.

Created by My Booking Rewards, the awards are like no other in the industry for several reasons:

– The invite list, determined by suppliers, is based on who has logged the most bookings during the peaks period. To reserve a place, check out the list of suppliers below that will be handing out awards on the night, and start logging your bookings from today. Only bookings logged before April 18 will qualify.

– Suppliers run their awards programmes on My Booking Rewards throughout the year, paying out thousands of pounds to thank agents for their business and reward their loyalty.

– Those that log the most bookings will be named by each individual supplier and will be rewarded handsomely at the event.

– There is only a small number of a rewards and the prizes handed out are much more spectacular than a trophy alone.

– The majority of the evening is spent in an informal atmosphere at Café de Paris, where agents can mingle, chat and share food and wine with fellow top sellers and the various suppliers that invited them. Agents are promised a ‘mind-blowing’ mix of entertainment and a late-night DJ for those that have the stamina.

Here is a message from each of this year’s suppliers:

Atlantis Paradise Island, The Bahamas
Atlantis Paradise Island is proud to be associated with My Booking Rewards and the Peaks Performance 2018 Event.

This spectacular resort is a dynamic ‘destination’ within a destination and the first-of-its-kind featuring the world’s largest open-air marine habitat, a magnificent water park, 11 incredible pools, miles of magnificent beaches, an 18-hole golf course and 21 incredible dining venues. Guests have the choice of five distinct hotels: The Beach with its laid-back Caribbean ambience; The Coral offering a casual, tropical feel; The Royal enjoying an undoubted iconic status; The Cove boasting decidedly sophisticated luxury; and The Reef with luxurious studios and apartments. From relaxed and tropical to contemporary and elegant, each of the hotels offers guestrooms and suites designed to indulge guests with unrivalled surroundings, stunning views and complete comfort.

Guests enjoy unlimited access to Aquaventure, the awesome 141-acre waterscape of thrilling waterslides and river rides, and the Marine Habitats, with 14 exhibit lagoons housing 50,000 marine animals. Join the Junkanoo Fest for a peak into Bahamian culture and have a flutter at the Atlantis Casino. Other incredible experiences include Atlantis Adventures and Dolphin Cay, the world-class marine habitat dedicated to conservation, rehabilitation and education. The Mandara Spa and the Fitness Centre offers a wide variety of treatments and activities. And children are not forgotten either with dedicated clubs and interaction opportunities.

Log your Atlantis bookings now at www.atlantisbahamasrewards.com

Bay Gardens Resort
Bay Gardens Resorts offer three unique properties in the prime location of Rodney Bay Village on the beautiful island of Saint Lucia. These properties tick all the boxes offering something for couples, honeymooners, families and groups of friends. Bay Gardens Resorts is Saint Lucian owned and run so your clients receive an authentic and warm Saint Lucian welcome and a true taste of Saint Lucian hospitality throughout their stay.

Lead-in rates are very competitive at both the Bay Gardens Inn and Bay Gardens Hotel and upgrading to the Premium All Inclusive across all three properties allows clients to indulge with no limitations on steak, lobster and premium brand drinks, non motorised water sports, six half day passes for Splash Island Water Park – the Caribbean’s first open-water sports park – access to their unique dine around programme and a daily spa treatment. The flagship four-star Bay Gardens Beach Resort & Spa is situated directly on the world famous Reduit Beach and is currently undergoing a soft refurbishment of the rooms. Guests staying at either Bay Gardens Hotel and Inn (three star properties) can take advantage of the complimentary shuttle and Bay Gardens Beach Club at Bay Gardens Beach Resort, giving them a beach front holiday experience which includes access to free non motorised watersports, 6 free one hour passes to Splash Island Water Park (or 6 half day passes if on an All Inclusive Plan), beach chair access, the ability to bill meals and spa treatments to your room and more.

Log your Bay Gardens bookings now at www.baygardensrewards.com

Jamaica
The Jamaica Tourist Board is proud to be a sponsor of this years’ Peaks Performance Awards. 2017 was a record year for arrival to Jamaica from the UK. We want to say thank you to all our of agents that have sold Jamaica and logged bookings on MBR, so we take this opportunity of PEAKS to toast success and remind the My Bookings Reward family, about the benefits of being a member of the JAMAICA REWARDS programme. The great benefits include our Sell It & See It fam incentives which will give bookers a chance to see Jamaica first hand, on an experience-led fam trip.

Other benefits include the opportunity to participate in competitions, earn cash rewards, bonuses and the big one, The White Affair. Imagine being flown to a Jamaica to enjoy a five-night stay in a luxury resort with a friend or partner and being pampered from arrival at the airport until you return home. Five top bookers will get to experience this on The White Affair, the ultimate reward for selling Jamaica.

Keep logging your Jamaica Bookings to earn a place to join us in Jamaica on our Sell It and See It fam trip series and to be in with a chance of joining us in Jamaica, at the exclusive White Affair event in December.

Log your Jamaica bookings now at www.jamaicarewards.co.uk

Coconut Court
Coconut Court Beach Hotel is a family affair. Locally owned and operated by the Blades family for over four decades, Coconut Court is unpretentious and full of local character and charm. Situated directly on a beautiful beach, adjacent to the South Coast boardwalk in the World Heritage UNESCO district within easy walking distance to historic sites, shops and restaurants. Bridgetown, St. Lawrence Gap and Oistins are a short bus ride away. The hotel’s 112 spacious studios provide all of the comforts of home and private balcony with panoramic ocean views. Fully self-catering apartments are also available. Free roundtrip airport transfers, welcome bottle of Pirate Punch and daily shopping shuttle service to Bridgetown are included.

"Our family has worked closely with travel agents for over 40 years and we recognise their significant contributions to our success," said owner Linda Lampkin. "We wanted to be a part of an exciting incentive programme that would let our travel agent partners know how much we appreciate their business and that would also bring them real value. The, My Booking Rewards programme is a great way to give back to our agents and it’s our way of saying thank you."

Log your Coconut Court bookings now at www.coconutcourtrewards.com

Tobago
The smaller sister island to Trinidad, Tobago offers visitors a relaxing authentic Caribbean experience that is unlike any other. From its underdeveloped, pristine and remote beaches, to its well-defined protected rain forest, this is a tropical paradise, which will live long in the memory.

Tobago is happy to support the Peak Performance Awards because it provides us with a superb networking opportunity, a fantastic platform to thank and continually support agents who book our destination and highlight and reward the top producing agents for Tobago.

Log your Tobago bookings now at www.tobagorewards.com
 

Grenada
Pure Grenada is delighted to participate in the 2018 Peaks Performance event, a great opportunity for networking with the qualified agents we know book Pure Grenada, the spice of the Caribbean. This event is a chance to reward known bookers and share in their journey first hand. My Booking Rewards has given GTA and unprecedented opportunity to understand which agents are booking which hotels, and to reward them accordingly.

Grenada is a place where untouched beauty meets our warm and friendly people. The islands offers a lifestyle so pure and authentic that you feel instantly renewed, boasting silky stretches of white sand beaches, including the award winning Grand Anse Beach; sunken treasures adorned by corals and the world’s first Underwater Sculpture Park, and marine protected area.~The island’s unspoilt landscapes are undiscovered by crowds and include mountains, rainforest and idyllic waterfalls. The island of Grenada is a treasure trove of culture, where visitors can see a rum plantation that continues to mash its sugar can with a 18th Century water wheel. Or can visit our renowned chocolate or spice plantations. Join us and take the journey like never before; a journey that is pure and real. Welcome to Grenada, Carriacou and Petite Martinique!  #FreeToWonder.

Log your Grenada bookings now at www.grenadarewards.com

Dubai Parks and Resorts
Travel agents are an integral part of the Dubai Parks and Resorts team. They make a significant contribution to our business development by upselling Parks tickets on Dubai bookings. Agents play a very important part in our success as a brand as they completely understand the individual wants and needs of their clients and they recognise the potential of the parks and attractions and add-on markets. We use My Booking Rewards to drive awareness of Dubai Parks and Resorts and our latest news and incentives – with the next one to be launched in April so keep your eyes peeled. We also use them to reward agents for booking park tickets and remain committed to rewarding agents because they seize opportunities to introduce, showcase and pitch our brand to their customers.

Dubai Parks and Resorts is Dubai’s new world class integrated theme park destination and the largest in the Middle East. It comprises three theme parks – MOTIONGATE Dubai, BOLLYWOOD PARKS Dubai and LEGOLAND Dubai – and the LEGOLAND Water Park. Dubai Parks and Resorts also houses the uniquely themed retail and dining district RIVERLAND Dubai as well as the Polynesian themed family Lapita Hotel with 501-rooms and three villas which is also part of the Marriott Autograph Collection.

Log your Dubai Parks and Resorts bookings now at www.dprrewards.com

Playa Hotels and Resorts
Playa Hotels & Resorts, operating 10 hotels in Mexico and the Caribbean with instantly recognisable brand names, is proud to be associated with the Peaks Performance 2018 Event. With unlimited dining, premium brand drinks and stunning accommodation, everything is included in the price – and all bestowed with genuine service from the heart. Choose from our Adults-Only brands: HYATT ZILARA resorts in Cancun and Jamaica are designed to inspire guests to live in the moment with pristine beaches, gourmet restaurants, sprawling infinity pools, tranquil spas and luxurious accommodations. THE ROYAL Playa del Carmen is a popular hotel benefitting from a spectacular beachside location only a short stroll from the world famous Fifth Avenue in the resort centre. The SANCTUARY CAP CANA Dominican Republic stands beside a stunning stretch of sandy beach. This hotel has incorporated sophisticated designs within Spanish Colonial and Caribbean Villas architecture.

Or, for Guests of all ages: HYATT ZIVA enjoys prestigious beachfront locations in Jamaica, Cancun, Los Cabos and Puerto Vallarta with beautiful beaches, vibrant culture, exciting activities, and gourmet restaurants all contribute to unforgettable memories. Our newest brand is PANAMA JACK RESORTS with openings last year in Playa del Carmen and Cancun. Guests can enjoy lovely pools, gourmet restaurants, stylish suites and live entertainment in a new and vibrant ambience.

Log your Playa Hotels and Resorts bookings now at www.playarewards.com

Temptation Cancun Resort
Temptation Cancun Resort, The Playground for Grown Ups, caters to adults only (over 21 years), offers an authentic, topless-optional, adult-centric experience for free-spirited holidaymakers. The resort reopened last August after a £40 million renovation. Temptation Cancun Resort stands out from the Cancun skyline with its unique design that was inspired by the curves of the human’s body and incorporates bold and bright colours.

The resort offers a one-of-the-kind ‘Playground for Grown-Ups’ concept. The resort ‘playgrounds’ includes the Sexy Pool that offers a daily party atmosphere and weekly foam parties; the quiet pool for much-needed downtime; the Sky 3.5 rooftop bar and pool with trendy chilled vibes; and the Bash – the high-energy hotspot with nightly entertainment and parties. The resort offers different theme parties every night of the week where guests can dress up as Superheroes on Monday and embrace their inner angel or devil for Heaven & hell night on Tuesday. The other themes include Neon Nights for Let it Glow party, funny pyjamas for Bedtime Bash, Lingerie Lounge, TBT and Imperial White Night. Temptation Cancun Resort is a perfect place to let your down and have a party of the lifetime.

We sponsor the Peak Award to show the appreciation to the agents that supported us during the re-launch of the resort. It is a perfect place to meet the best agents under one roof, get to know them and share the exciting news of the hotel in person.

Log your Temptation bookings now at www.temptationrewards.co.uk

Nassau Paradise Island Promotion Board
With breath-taking turquoise seas, stretches of white beaches, and warm, sunny days, it’s no secret that Nassau Paradise Islands in the Bahamas is a dream holiday destination. You can choose to stroll on the powder-white sands, go shelling for sea treasures, take a horseback ride along the water’s edge, or just bask in the sun-drenched beauty that stretches to the horizon. Culture buffs have Colonial architecture, historic forts and pirate museums. Shoppers have straw markets, duty-free shopping and upscale boutiques. Night owls have Vegas-style casinos, sizzling nightclubs and live music. Nassau Paradise Island has so much to offer.

Nassau Paradise Island has an outstanding selection of famed resorts and hotels that suit every need and budget. You can choose from iconic Atlantis Paradise Island that features Aquaventure Water Park, Marine Park, Casino, luxury shopping and so much more. The visitors can indulge in luxury at the Ocean Club a Four Seasons Resort or enjoy the paradise with the more moderate budget at Comfort Suites. Why not try the new Baha Mar resort that is home to the largest casino in the Caribbean and championship golf course? Go all-inclusive at Sandals Royal Bahamian, Warwick Paradise Island or family favourite Melia Nassau All Inclusive resort. For elegant history in the artisan heart of the city of Nassau is Graycliff and its signature wine cellar and a chocolate factory. The elegant British Colonial Hilton sits in an amazing location right in the heart of Nassau near the harbour.

This is the second year Nassau Paradise Island is sponsoring the Peak awards. We have been using the Nassau rewards programme to reward and engage with agents, and over the years we can recognise the names of the agents who are amazing at selling Nassau Paradise Island. The Peak Awards is the best way to meet our top performing agents and show them our appreciation. It is a fantastic event to celebrate our success together with the agents that make it happen. We want to make sure our best performers have the time of their lives.

Log your Nassau Paradise Island bookings now at www.nassaurewards.com
 

Starfish Jolly Beach
Set among 40 acres of tropical paradise, Starfish Jolly Beach Resort is Antigua’s largest all-inclusive resort, featuring 464 rooms with private balconies or terraces surrounded by the stunning white sand and turquoise waters of Jolly Harbour, and lush tropical gardens. Starfish Jolly Beach Resort features six different all-inclusive accommodation options ideal for everyone from budget travellers to honeymooners and families. Enjoy the warm sun and the Caribbean Sea breeze, sail along the stunning waters, or explore the nearby golf courses and marina for an unforgettable stay in paradise.

Starfish Jolly Beach is one of the best-located hotels on the entire island, spread out along one of Antigua’s loveliest west-facing beaches, but also just a short walk from a wide choice of local bars and restaurants, including one of the island’s very finest eateries, Sheer Rocks. The view from the hotel remains one of its key selling points. Guests will enjoy a cocktail on the Observation Deck at Coconut Grill, with that amazing view of the sun setting over the beach and bay, before dining at one of the many restaurants on the property – Bocciolo for classic Italian dishes in air-conditioned cool; Margarita’s for fiery Mexican dishes; Hemispheres, for world cuisine served buffet-style; or Lydia’s, on the beach, serving local catches of the day.

The Peak Awards is the best way for us to say a big ‘thank you’ to the agents that have been supporting us, so keep booking and logging for your chance to win.

Log your Jolly Beach bookings now at www.jollybeachrewards.com

Elegant Hotels
Elegant Hotels is a stunning collection of nine award winning resorts on the island of Barbados, The Landings Resort & Spa in St. Lucia and Hodges Bay resort & Spa, coming soon to Antigua. We have a style to suit any taste from all-inclusive, adults-only, family, culinary and arts, soft adventure and local immersion. Six of our hotels are green globe certified.

On the island of Barbados, we have seven hotels that sit on the Platinum West Coast and on the lively south Coast of the island. Turtle Beach is close to the famous Oistings, then pass through the island’s capital, Bridgetown, to discover Wave’s Hotel & Spa, Crystal Cove and The House. Beyond the sublime Daphne’s Restaurant, you will find Tamarind, Treasure Beach and Colony Club.

Complimentary signature Elegant Inclusions with each guest stay provide daily breakfast, water sports, Wi-Fi, beach and pool ambassador service, bespoke activities and fitness centre. Fitness classes, kids club and tennis are also available at select hotels. Our Taste of Elegant Dine Around Programme allows our Barbados guests to experience nearly 20 different dining outlets throughout their stay. Daytime complimentary water taxi service is available at our west coast hotels.

We are so grateful for the incredible support that we receive from UK travel agents that we relish the opportunity offered by Peaks to say a big ‘thank you’.

Log your Elegant Hotel bookings now at www.eleganthotelsrewards.com