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In the beginning of 2011, 029 told you that there were some changes up our stylish sleeve. True to our word, its time to roll up said proverbial sleeve a bit and let it all hang out, but just a bit.  

029, your trusted partner in once-a-lifetime holidays, access-creator to attendance-worthy events and all-around freakishly fun company is bursting with excitement at the launch of:

029’s Luxury Hotel Collection powered by Kiwi Collection.

Yes my friends, that’s right. 029 Members now have access to (and the ability to directly book) over 2,200 of Kiwi Collection’s meticulously-vetted hotels in 132 countries right on 029’s website.

Hotels that speak to your style. Hotels that are invitation only. Hotels that give you a little something extra. That is 029’s Luxury Hotel Collection powered by Kiwi Collection.

Take advantage of free 029-specific perks at plenty of participating hotels because someone like you deserves something special. 029 also guarantees the best publicly available rates with no booking fees. Why? Because being mysterious is sexy, but mysterious hotel fees are not. 

Forbes Magazine so rightfully said: “Kiwi Collection is to luxury hotels what the Michelin Guide is to restaurants” and 029 will gladly take a second helping of the unique and stylish hotels that Kiwi is serving.

Click here to visit 029’s newly launched Luxury Hotel Collection where you can search by region (practical), by date (predictable) or by picture (oh, how inspirational.) Ever find yourself looking at deliriously dreamy hotel pictures in a travel magazine as you breathlessly exclaim, “I want to go there!” Well on 029 Luxury Hotel Collection, you can browse thousands of magazine-worthy hotel photos. Simply click on the one that tickles your fancy to find out where you’ll be holidaying next.

Use the advanced search feature to find hotels by setting (city, island, jungle), style (bungalow, castle, modern) or interest (eco-friendly, nightlife, wellness). Over 2,200 hotels to choose from and 132 countries to frolic to. You better get some extra pages in your passport.

Your friends at 029 live and breathe travel. We’ve seen our fair share of hotel bliss and hotels’ amiss. That’s why we’ve found the perfect partner in Kiwi Collection – with their impeccable standards, originality overload and coolness to the core.  

Click here to book a hotel that is everything you could want, with a cherry on top.

A few months ago, 029’s fearless leader Xavier travelled to the exquisite city of Vienna for you. Yes, for you.

He was indulging in Viennese café and Sacher torte (what else) with his friend Philipp, devoted 029 member and assiduous founder of SevenSails.

It was during this meeting of the minds that Xavier was getting the low down on an exclusive and unique travel experience of a different kind.

And he decided that SevenSails’ aquatic adventure was just the perfect thing for 029 members (you) and he also managed to negotiate a finance friendly price (you’re welcome).

Imagine spending a week aboard your own yacht sailing around the Greek isles – your own floating finca filled with friends where each day starts with the gentle lulling of the Aegean’s azure waters.

Each day brings new scenery, new destinations and new possibilities for how to spend your day.

Why should you change course for your upcoming holidays? Why should you trade in sand for the high seas this summer? Three words: Abramovich, Branson and Cavalli.

These individuals (among many others) have mast-ered the art of yachting holidays. They float into some of the world’s hottest harbours for a swim, a bite to eat or a shopping excursion. Year after year, the paparazzi capture them and their friends having boatloads of fun, now it’s your turn.

A yachting holiday overflows with appeal. Locations only accessible by boat, new ports of call nightly, memorable deck parties, seclusion and privacy courtesy of the deep blue sea and the phrase “holiday on a yacht” just sounds oh so sexy.   

Even if you’ve never stepped foot on a yacht (you deprived soul), fear not, this isn’t performance yachting or your run-of-the-mill chartered harbour cruise. It is a chance for you to enjoy glistening sunshine, salty sea breezes, crystal clear waters, awe-inspiring scenery and sublime sunsets.

This summer spend time with your friends and meet new people in an environment that is just the right mixture of entertainment, adventure and chilling.

The Dates:

There are three different weeks available for the weeklong voyage:

16 Jul to 23 Jul

23 Jul to 30 Jul

30 Jul to 08 Aug

Click here to select your travel date and yacht(s)!

The Specifics:

You must rent out an entire boat (you can rent more than one if you’re on the popular side). The boats can accommodate between 4-12 people depending on the size. Click here to see the different boat types.

For those with sailing experience, we offer you the wheel (and the captain’s hat) to your own yacht for the week. If you prefer to kick back with cocktail in hand and let someone else do the navigating, skippers are available for hire at an additional cost.

Don’t worry; you won’t be stuck with a cuddly-like-a-porcupine, too-many-years-at-sea fisherman type. SevenSails is an expert skipper match-maker: similar age, interests, language skills - someone who’s cool and you’d like to befriend (like Johnny Depp channelling his inner Jack Sparrow). 

The Voyage:

All boats, no more than 35 per week, depart on Saturday from Athens.

Accompanying the fleet is SevenSails’ service boat which is equipped with a crew there to assist if need be, an onboard DJ to give your holiday the perfect soundtrack and refrigerators (can never have enough beverages).

SevenSails also offers a shopping service that will voyage ashore to get whatever you may have forgotten or run out of, within reason of course.

Important: this is not the aquatic equivalent of “Experience Greece in Week” tour. Neither is it a “follow the leader” yachting convoy bringing you en masse from port to port. You do not need to see another boat unless you want to. But when you look at what they have in store, you’ll want to hang around.

The Route:

You will sail to and around secluded bays, uninhabited islands and charming harbour towns during your week at sea.  Click here to see the route in detail.

For a more low-key experience, SevenSails recommends alternative anchoring locales, quiet bays and ports away from planned activities where you can spend quality time with your friends. Their water-taxi service can also whisk you ashore should you feel the need for explore a neighbouring town.

You can also choose to take your boat wherever your voyaging heart desires - no need to socialise with the other boats, no need to visit their suggested ports of call. But you would miss out on some spectacular fun at sea and alluring night time activities.

During the week you will abandon ship and explore quaint villages and islands. Stumbled on an unoccupied beach? It’s the perfect place for a game of beach volleyball or a picnic.

Other water based excitement includes swimming, diving, snorkelling, jetskiing, learning how to sail. Ready for some friendly competition? There’s nothing like a mini-regatta to get the adrenalin racing.

When the sun goes down, you don’t retreat to your cabin for the evening, but you could if you wanted. For dining, savour fresh seafood delivered to your boat as you dine on deck. Feast on local cuisine at a harbour restaurant. Or indulge in a beach BBQ as you’re serenaded by an acapella band.

Where’s the party at, you ask? Wherever you want it to be: boat party, beach party, their DJ spinning at a rented out club on the island – you decide what mood you’re in and they will provide the ambience. 

And after seven days at sea has ended, you can choose to stay a few days longer to explore the thrilling city of Athens.

The tides, they are changing. Click here for a smooth sailing booking process for your upcoming summer holiday.

One of the most important days in any couple’s life is their wedding day. And one of the best things about getting married (aside from starting your life with the one you love) is the opportunity to go on a fairytale honeymoon.

While there are endless possibilities of where to spend your first days as husband and wife, 029 finds Kasbah Tamadot, a magical retreat in the Moroccan mountains, to be an exceptional choice.  (Pictures confirm this!)

See the feedback below from Caroline, one of 029’s satisfied members who spent her honeymoon at Kasbah Tamadot.

Dear Christiane,
We had a wonderful time. The people at the Kasbah Tamadot are great and very kind. Impeccable service, great upgrade to a Berber Tent, so overall a memorable experience. We spoke a lot of 029 to the management team and I will continue to praise your good service around me.

Of course, we will continue to come through 029 when we have time for a vacation

Kind regards to you and to the 029 team!

Caroline

Zil Pasyon’s luxury residences will surpass your expectations and cater to your every desire.

Zil Pasyon is a privileged private community of residences set amidst a lavish resort with superb facilities and surrounded by endless natural beauty.

Only 35 residences are being built - rest assured that you will enjoy uninterrupted views and complete privacy.

Here is the latest update directly from Seychelles:
“Progress is being made every day on Felicite and we have installed the first glass-bottom pool in one of the Residential Villas.  We are seeing an increased amount of enquiries and do have a few very interested parties.  We have 16 of the 35 Resort Villas in various stages of completion and we began construction on another 4 last week.  We are pleased to be on schedule for a late 2010 opening.”

How can you own a piece of paradise? Through 029, naturally. To receive more information about the island and the design specifications of the villas, contact 029 (memberrelations@zerotwonine.com) and we would be more than happy to give you what you want - space & privacy in paradise. 029 Elite Explorer members receive special conditions - contact 029 for details.

The Cannes Film Festival - the event to see and be seen at on the Côte d’Azur – and of course 029 was in attendance.  Although the parties were a bit more tame and less plentiful this year, due to the global economic downturn, the celebrities did not disappoint as they descended on the Croisette.

029, serving as an in-kind sponsor of the Maybach Foundation, and also as the official concierge of this philanthropic organisation was there for all the action at Celebrity Entertainment Night, hosted by the Maybach Foundation in cooperation with Sunflower Children. Here are some of 029’s impressions from the evening.

The Maybach Foundation is known worldwide for their philanthropist efforts in helping disadvantaged children around the globe, through their Excellence in Mentoring Leadership programme. Their annual charity event held during the Cannes Film Festival brings in much needed donations for oganisations such as the Sunflower Children Foundation and is attended by Hollywood heavyweights, key personalities in the cinematographic world and global philanthropists. The Maybach Foundation’s motto is to invest “in the select few who have the skill, the potential and the vision to help the many.” 029 has the distinct honour of collaborating with the Maybach Foundation at events such as the Cannes Film Festival, whilst providing the members and friends of the Foundation concierge services and special service packages. We are proud to be associated with such a key player in global humanitarian efforts and look forward to a successful partnership.

The effect that travelling has on the environment is one of our top concerns. And of course, we do realise that most of our experiences require flying or driving, thereby adding to the global amount of CO2 emission. Being a socially aware and environmentally responsible person is an attitude, taking the next step and supporting socially and ecologically sustainable projects is a lifestyle.

Thanks to our non-profit partnership with Naturefund, members can plant trees in the Naturefund rainforest project for every CO2-intensive experience they undertake – and even follow up on their progress by specially issued Naturefund codes. True to the 029 attitude - we like to put our money where our mouth is and actively support projects with the right attitude, like Pfefferminz Green and Vision for Africa. Unforgettable experiences aren’t inherently hedonistic. And using your head and caring about the planet and its people should not be the result of a guilty conscience, either. For 029, it’s all in the attitude. That’s why 029 offers all members the chance to inspire the community with their social and environmental projects as well as direct those that wish to help where help is needed. Every individual can have a positive impact; coming together and combining our efforts can have a lasting impact.

Find out more about our attitude here

Luxury tour operator Abercrombie & Kent (A&K) and 029 have closed a contract, making 029 the first online agent for A&K tours. Also, as no other agent has yet met the high quality expectations needed to sell these super-exclusive travel programmes, 029 is the first agent for A&K in Germany. Needless to say, 029 is delighted to work with A&K and offer the extraordinarily unique travel products and services to all members, but especially those in Germany who do not yet have access.  We hope - no, we know - you’ll enjoy the A&K experiences!

Click here to discover more about our other handpicked partners