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{Sport} Northern and Southern California
Elite professional teams and athletes from around the world are drawn to The Amgen Tour of California, considered America's most successful cycling race. AEG Sports created and produces the eight-day event, which CEO Tim Leiweke hopes will eventually rival the Tour de France in terms of prestige. Several exclusive packages have been designed to transport you to the front lines of the action as it traces its way through 735 miles of California countryside, from Big Bear down to Orange County and finally downtown LA.–amgentourofcalifornia.com
The Time Trial Experience Spend the day experiencing the race with this package that includes hotel accommodations, VIP Hospitality Pass, access to press conference with stage winner, and ATOC Leader jersey and hat. $1,850. Ride the looped, time-trial course in Bakersfield before the professionals for an additional $500. Santa Rosa Overall Start Weekend Get whisked away to Northern California to luxury accommodations on May 11, take in a winery tour and tasting on May 12, and enjoy VIP treatment on race day. Includes ticket to team presentation dinner and gala. $3,500 Overall Finish Weekend Experience The final three stages of the race, from Mt. Baldy to LA LIVE. Deluxe package includes transportation, accommodations, VIP access at all stages, and passes for the Grammy Museum, ESPN Zone, and more. $8,000 |
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Private Island Reality {Luxury Travel} Bora Bora You won't need Mr. Rourke once you arrive on this fantasy island. The Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora offers "Your Own Private Island," a seven-night buyout package that includes use of all 100 overwater bungalows and seven beachfront villas, four restaurants, the spa, the Resort's maritime fleet, pool, beach, and resort activities. All meals, beverages, WiFi in all guest suites, airport and island transfers, and one spa treatment per guest.
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{Real Estate} Palos Verdes Peninsula As the AAA Four Diamond-rated Terranea Resort and Spa has made a splash in the South Bay, demand for permanent dwellings in the Italianate complex was inevitable. The developers heard the call and not only offer spectacular villas and casitas for sale, but also the Terranea Luxury Club (TLC). This limited-time program offers buyers lifestyle upgrades for the next three years upon purchase, which they can share with their guests. These include spa treatments, golf privileges, dining credits, retail credits, and prepaid adult and kid-friendly activities on land and sea. –terranearealestate.com Get Into the "Black" {Sport} Mammoth Mountain, CA Membership has its privileges at Mammoth Mountain where Mammoth Black members enjoy VIP treatment including preferred lift access, premier parking, private dining with beautiful mountain views and concierge services. Single, family, and corporate memberships available by invitation - starting at $8,000. –mammothblack.com |
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Coast Riding with Amgen
Terranea: A Shore Thing
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